JoAnn M. Romeo Aesthetics

Since last week we talked about the best tanning option, this week will we will be talking about if you choose to sunbathe. When you sunbathe, and do not protect your skin with sunscreen, there is a possibility that you will burn. This leads us to the questions, what is a sunburn? And what does it tell us?

What…School Commercials??? It seems like summer has just begun, however July is half way over with, therefore summer is half gone. County Fairs are going on and soon the State Fair is here, wait….I saw the first commercial advertising for the MN State Fair. UGH! I cannot believe it, where did the summer go? Oh, wait I live in the North now and summers last for 3 to 4 months only, and that is why I see way more sun damaged skin here, than I did when I lived and worked in Florida. Because it is warm and sunny all the time, they wear more sunscreen to protect them from the harmful rays from the sun.

Now lets establish a healthy skin care routine for those of you who suffer from rosacea. This regimen should include four steps: Gentle Cleansing or Double Cleansing, Serum or Topical Prescription Medication, Moisturizing, and Concealing of more noticeable areas, if necessary. When rosacea flare-ups occur, it is important to use appropriate skin care products and minimize the amout of products being used overall. Clients with rosacea, particularly those with the Erytheatolegangiectactc Subtype, may experience an increase level of sensitivity on their face. This, in turn, causes difficulty tolerating topical cosmetics, various skin care products, and topical medications. Because of the sensitive presentation of this disorder it is important to treat rosacea effectively and gently.

Because the signs and symptoms of rosacea vary from one person to another, treatment must be tailored by a physician for each individual case. Since rosacea is a chronic condition that gets progressively worse, it is important to seek treatment from a physician, as early treatment can stop this disorder from worsening. Individuals experiencing signs and symptoms of rosacea are typically diagnosed based on clinical assessment, including examination of the skin and getting a detailed history from the client. There are many things a person can do to minimize symptoms and help with overall management. The first step in managing rosacea is maintaining a skin diary. It is important to keep detailed log of triggers associated with episodes of flushing because this can aid in a plan for the management of the disorder, as well as associated symptoms. Keep in mind that symptoms of rosacea are easier to treat in the earlier states of the disorder, therefore, seeking medical advice early is...