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NEGATIVE REACTIONS TO SKINCARE

At some point, most of us have tried a new skincare product that didn't result in the outcome we'd hoped for. Initially, the results from new skincare can be great, but then, a few days or weeks later, you may see little white bumps, red patches or itchy areas that look dry and scaly. Worse yet, you may see pimples reminiscent of your teen years. What is going on? As it turns out, these reactions have a broad range of causes … and solutions!


What Can Cause Your Skin to React?

There are four primary reasons for why skin reacts negatively to a new product, a new skincare routine, or even to products you've used for months or years:

1. The product was poorly formulated with ingredients that can irritate your skin, such as alcohol, fragrance, or fragrant plant extracts. The reaction can happen immediately or it can develop over time; sometimes, when several fragranced products are used, the skin reaches a critical tipping point and reacts strongly.

2. Often, an allergy to a specific ingredient or combination of ingredients in the formula is to blame. This has nothing to do with the quality of a cosmetic, but rather is a personal reaction to an ingredient or a mix of ingredients. It's like being allergic to cats, a fact of life for some, but not the fault of the cat.

3. Using the wrong products for your skin type; for example, using oil-absorbing products when dry, flaky skin is the problem or using overly emollient products when oily skin and breakouts are the problem.

4. Using too many "active" products at one time. With anti-aging or anti-acne products, some people think that if a little is good, then more must be better. So, they use three types of exfoliants at the same time, followed by a Vitamin C product, a prescription retinoid, and maybe even a skin-lightening product. For some, this combination may work at first, but it can quickly backfire, causing skin to become overly sensitive or reactive when it was 'normal' before. (This reaction can be even worse if you're also getting professional peels or aggressive facials.)

Some people have skin that's just more reactive and sensitive to cosmetics, no matter what the ingredients. For them, the more products they use, the greater the risk of a reaction, especially if the products contain fragrance or fragrant plants.

What Kind of Reaction Are You Having?

Unfortunately, it isn't easy to tell what kind of reaction is taking place because there are many reasons skin can react negatively, and often the different types of reactions can have similar symptoms. For example, an irritant reaction, allergic reaction, and a reaction from using the wrong product or having ultra-sensitive skin can all look and feel the same.

Regardless of what is causing the negative reaction, it's important to figure out what is causing the problem, stop doing it, and then start doing something else that benefits skin as it gets back to normal. When skin reacts negatively to skincare products, the first step is to become a skincare detective. 

Note: If you have a severe reaction that results in welts, hives, intense redness, pain, or a burning sensation that lingers, consult your physician immediately.

Be a Skincare Detective

First, be certain the products you used don't have problematic ingredients that are known to cause irritation. Using well-formulated products doesn't mean a reaction won't occur, but it definitely reduces the risk!

(You can scroll down to the bottom to see a list of ingredients you should avoid.) 

Next, be certain the products are a good match for your skin type. Oil-absorbing ingredients will be problematic on dry skin, while emollient, thick moisturizers may be a problem for someone with oily skin or combination skin with oily areas.  (Your skincare provider should have an assessment available to you to determine what your skin's specific needs are.  Here is an example.)

In situations where highly reactive skin is a primary concern, be cautious about products with active ingredients; don't use too many of them or use all of them at the same time.  You may need to ease into using the products in combination.

After investigating the ingredients and the types of products being used, consider the combination and frequency of the products you're applying. Although sunscreen, skin lighteners with hydroquinone, AHA or BHA exfoliants, anti-acne treatments, and anti-aging products with ingredients like retinol can all have remarkable benefits, they can also cause reactions for some, especially when used together in a single skin-care routine.

In such a scenario, a starting point would be to change the sunscreen to one that contains only mineral active ingredients, which are are very gentle.

Another test would be to reduce the frequency of use. So, rather than using every product in your routine twice per day, alternate them, apply one in the morning and the other in the evening.

It can also be helpful to alternate days. For example, instead of using a retinol-based product or an anti-acne treatment every day, try applying it every other day and see how your skin reacts. If reducing the frequency doesn't improve matters, then stop using the most suspect product(s) and see how your skin reacts.  Keep a notebook handy so you can record how your skin progresses. Note the pros and cons, and what you did differently. 

While active ingredients or problematic ingredients are typical causes of skin reactions, even basic skincare products like cleansers, toners, or moisturizers can trigger negative skin reactions. 

In such cases, it usually starts when you introduce a new product into an existing skincare routine or when you begin using a new group of products. If the reaction is mild, it might be helpful to stop using one of the products and see what happens. If that doesn't help, stop using another one of the new products and see what happens after a day or two. If that doesn't resolve the problem, you may need to consult your doctor and/or go back to the previous routine that didn't cause your skin to react. 

What Isn't Causing the Problem

Some people think silicone ingredients (examples would be cyclopentasiloxane or dimethicone) in skin-care products can cause allergic reactions or breakouts, but that's a misperception. Silicones are a group of uniquely soothing, gentle ingredients that reduce inflammation and have exceptional moisturizing properties.

Silicones are actually used in burn units around the world because of their unique benefits and their non-sensitizing properties. It's true that people can be sensitive to silicone ingredients just like many other benign cosmetic ingredients, but a true silicone allergy is rare and they are not pore-clogging ingredients.

Many people think their skin is going through an adjustment or "purging" period when a negative skin reaction occurs after using a new product—especially when the reaction is breakouts. Although skin can break out for a short period of time after using a new product, this response isn't typical. What is more typical is that the breakouts would have occurred anyway—especially if a new product was started at the same time as a woman's menstrual cycle or stressful time.

If the breakouts persist for more than a week or two, stop using the new product or products and see if the situation improves. 

So, What Should You Do?

Having a negative reaction to a new skincare product doesn't mean the product is badly formulated. Of course, there are badly formulated skincare products that can cause all sorts of reactions, but frequently the bumps, redness, and other symptoms are due to a personal reaction to an ingredient or a combination of ingredients.

What you need to remember is to think like a detective so you can—as quickly as possible—determine what is causing the reaction. This is tricky because it's not always as easy as pointing the finger at the new product you just started using. It may be the product, or it may be how that new product interacts with other products you're using. Think of how adding one ingredient to a recipe can completely change its taste, and it's easy to understand how adding a new product to an existing skincare routine may cause trouble (or be very helpful) for your skin.

Above all, even though these reactions can be distressing, don't panic or stop using everything. Armed with the information above, you have everything you need to take control of these reactions and quickly get your skin back on track!

Things to Avoid (as mentioned earlier) …

- Overly abrasive scrubs (such as those that contain aluminum oxide crystals, walnut shells, or pumice)
- Astringents containing irritating ingredients (alcohol and menthol being the prime offenders)
- Toners containing irritating ingredients (alcohol and menthol being the prime offenders)
- Scrub mitts
- Cold or hot water
- Steaming or icing the skin
- Facial masks containing irritating ingredients (watch out for fragrant essential oils and polyvinyl alcohol)
- Loofahs
- Bar soaps and bar cleansers

Keep The Faith ...

If you are one of those people for whom a new skincare routine has been problematic, I truly hope you have found this information helpful.  Remember that it may not be necessary to completely discontinue the use of your skincare products, but finding the right balance for YOUR skin can take a little time and patience.  It will be worth it, so don't give up hope!

My wish is that you will soon …

Love The Skin You're In!

~ Jen

Much of the information in this post was gathered from Paula's Choice blog.  Paula Begoun is the best-selling author of 20 books on skin care and makeup. She is known worldwide as the Cosmetics Cop and creator of Paula's Choice (http://www.paulaschoice.com). Paula's expertise has led to hundreds of appearances on national and international television.

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The Truth About Retinol

You've probably heard of Retin-A…and if you've tried it, you've likely had a love-hate relationship with it.  It's great for acne and plumping up sagging skin, but it can be SO drying that the cons outweigh the pros.

Did you know there is a non-prescpription option?  It's called Retinol.  Consistently using the right dosage in the right order will result in Retinol quickly becoming one of your favorite skin care products!  If Retinol isn't on your holiday wish list, it should be! 

Before you head out to make a purchase, here are some important things to note:

Retinol...

• Speeds up cell turnover, sweeps away the dead cells that cause dullness, and boosts collagen and elastin by stimulating cellular repair at the deepest level of the skin. 

• Is degraded by light and air, so proper packaging is critical.

• Pumps up circulation by increasing blood-vessel formation, so skin looks healthier. 

• Is the vampire of the skin-care world, as it works best in the dark.

• Is best applied after washing your face with warm water and thoroughly drying. Then, blood vessels and pores are dilated, making more space between cells for absorption. 

• Can be dabbed around the eye area every third night. It's great for undereye crepiness.

• Is best followed by a layer of moisturizer, which helps skin tolerate the Retinol better by strengthening the skin barrier, making it less prone to irritation.

My nighttime routine (below) includes Retinol and I have seen a significant improvement in the texture and firmness (as well as minimized pore appearance)! ---

1. Daily Cleansing Mask

2. Pore Minimizing Toner

3. Amp MD roller system (including Retinol)

4. Overnight Restorative Cream

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Jen

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Turning Your Dreams Into Reality IS Possible!

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They tell you that your personal products will be purchased at wholesale AND each of your purchases will be a tax write-off, saving you even more. They offer to provide you with the technology, training and resources to become a successful business owner. They will show you how to condense a 30 year conventional career into 3-5 years.

Then, they tell you that YOU can be your own boss and in charge of your life. Better yet, you will be the one to decide how much income you want to make…because the sky is the limit. All of this, they tell you, comes with ZERO financial risk because of a money-back guarantee.

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Monday Motivation

Parabens: Are They Safe?

As a female cancer survivor, I tend to become hyper aware when I hear conversations that include "cancer." Lately, I've heard the words "Parabens" and "Breast Cancer" in the same sentence…a LOT. So, I decided to do some investigating. You might be surprised by what I found.

By definition, a paraben is any of a group of compounds used as preservatives in pharmaceutical and cosmetic products and in the food industry.  Parabens have been widely used in products to prevent bacteria growth since the 1950s. About 85 percent of cosmetics include them. The Expert Panel of the U.S. Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has reviewed the use of parabens in personal care products and concluded they are safe at levels up to 1 percent. 

A 2004 research study detected parabens in 18 of 20 samples of tissue from breast tumor biopsies. This study did not prove parabens cause cancer, only that they were easily detected among cancerous cells. The study was widely criticized for not comparing paraben levels in normal tissue, but nevertheless, the results brought out the scaremongers.

Here's what might surprise you. Parabens are found in greater concentrations than cosmetics in a myriad of consumables, including fruits, vegetables and drinks. Some everyday items full of parabens and endocrine disruptors include soybeans, carrots, peanuts, corn, mangos, strawberries, blueberries, honey, black tea and green tea, to list just a few. Many of the parabens found naturally in foods do have an estrogenic effect when tested. Yet, parabens found in cosmetics are 100,000 times weaker than estradiol, the estrogen naturally produced by the body.

In the decade since the aforementioned study, no other study has proven a link between parabens and breast cancer.  And, I'm left to wonder how sick some of us might be if parabens were not used to prevent dangerous bacteria growth.  Or how much less healthy we'd be if we didn't eat some of the "superfoods" that contain parabens.

I'm not an expert on parabens.  I'm just a consumer who likes to do her research.  After all of the information I've reviewed, I feel comfortable using products and eating foods that include parabens. Below, you can read opinions from others you might find more credible ...

The American Cancer Society (ACS) has concluded, based on its research findings, that there is not good science to support a claim that the use of parabens in cosmetics can increase an individual’s risk of developing breast cancer.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) began studying the effects of parabens in response to the outcry of their potential estrogenic effect and link to breast cancer. The FDA states that parabens are safe for use in cosmetics, and it also says that, based on the weight of all the current scientific evidence, there is no reason for consumers to be concerned about the use of products containing parabens.

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), an organization that reviews and assesses the safety of ingredients used in cosmetics in an open, unbiased and expert manner, consolidated more than 265 studies in The Journal of Toxicology that noted a women’s daily cosmetic regimen using products that contain parabens caused no adverse reproductive effects and confirmed the safety of parabens.

A study in the Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology claimed that, in order to obtain an estrogenic effect from parabens, which could be potentially harmful, the dosage would have to be 25,000 times higher than that used to preserve products. The same research claims that estrogenic effects caused by doses of parabens received from consumer products are insignificant compared to natural estrogens and other xenoestrogens, meaning that people are exposed to more estrogens from a myriad of other sources and in larger doses than from cosmetics.

Thanks for taking the time to read my blog.  If you choose to comment, please be polite and helpful.

Love The Skin You're In!

Jen

Source for much of this information: http://www.skininc.com/skinscience/ingredients/97476464.html?

Fill A Wrinkle While You Sleep with this Unique and Patented Product!

Are all wrinkles the same?

In a word, NO.  

There are "static" wrinkles and "dynamic" wrinkles. Static wrinkles are present with your facial muscles at rest - when you're not smiling, talking or eating. Static wrinkles are present all the time. These static wrinkles, as well as sagging, worsen over time, as your skin produces less and less collagen and elastin (the things that give skin its resiliency).  (See example below)

You can successfully address static wrinkles with 

Rodan + Fields Redefine regimen and tools!

Dynamic wrinkles, on the other hand, are present when the facial muscles are active. Examples of dynamic wrinkles include worsening of crow’s feet when smiling or forehead lines with eyebrow movement. These dynamic wrinkles also worsen over time, as your skin begins to lose things like hyaluronic acid.  (See examples below)

Most people have varying forms of both static and dynamic wrinkles.  But, for the sake of this post, we will focus solely on Dynamic Wrinkles.  

DYNAMIC WRINKLE CARE OPTIONS

Non-ablative skin rejuvenation procedures have recently become popular because of decreased downtime, allowing for a more rapid return to normal activities. Popular options include Botox and Dermal Fillers.

Botox

As you probably know, Botox relaxes the muscle it's injected in . The effect of Botox is usually seen in 2-3 weeks, but can occur in the first week after treatment. The effect is temporary. 

The Pros: Effects last anywhere from 3-6 months. 

The Cons: Needles are painful. 

               Treatments are costly. 

               If overdone, injections can eliminate natural expression.

               Botox resistance may build over time. 

               Larger doses may cause negative side effects.

Dermal Fillers 

Dermal fillers have recently undergone a resurgence in interest and usage. Fillers allow facial features to achieve more fullness, which defines a more youthful look. Fillers restore volume to the skin and allow for the correction of moderate to severe facial (dynamic) wrinkles and folds. 

Dermal fillers can be classified into two broad categories: Non-Biodegradable and Degradable 

Non-Biodegradable Synthetic fillers that are currently available in the United States can be classified as injectables (Artecoll and Silicone) and implants (GORE-TEX and Ultrasoft). These fillers tend to be used for longer-term correction of skin and soft tissue defects. They tend to be associated with more problems. 

Degradable fillers (effects lessen with time):

1. Collagen (usually last less than 3 months) - bovine, porcine, or bioengineered human

2. Hyaluronic Acid: Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body-often referred to as “sugar gel”. The most popular hyaluronic acids are restylane, perlane( a thicker restylane) and hylaform. Hylaform is avian derived whereas restylane and perlane are non animal derived. 

Hylaform tends to last about three months whereas restylane tends to last four to six months. The hyaluronic acid fillers have been associated with minimal allergic reactions. They absorb water and hence last longer than collagen fillers.

3. Autologous Fat: this is fat taken from one part of your own body to be used as a filler. This is safe, but the effects are variable.

4. Acute Care™

Effective September 2014, there is a NEW option available.  You can FILL A WRINKLE, WHILE YOU SLEEP...and NO NEEDLES ARE REQUIRED!

Introducing Rodan + Fields Acute Care™ patches.  Apply one band-aid sized patch to your area of concern before going to bed and VOILA! it fills your dynamic wrinkle overnight.  

REDEFINE ACUTE CARE ™ PATCHES

What's in it?  Like an injectable filler, Acute Care™ utilizes Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, as well as SH-Oligopeptide-1, both of which are naturally occurring in the human body, but diminish with age.  Acute Care™ patches are latex-free and designed for single-use application. Results are seen in as little as 30 minutes, but best results are seen when used overnight, while the body is at rest.

How does the filler get into the skin?  Rodan + Fields has revolutionized skin care with its patented Liquid Cone Technology. Liquid Cone Technology is a targeted delivery system. Each liquid cone holds hyaluronic acid and oligopeptide-1 in solid form until it comes into contact with skin. Upon contact, the cone melts onto the skin and into the wrinkle.

How long do the results last? If used every three days for a month, the results can be maintained for up to another eight weeks (total of 12 weeks) with continued use of the REDEFINE anti-aging daily skin care regimen. If the REDEFINE AMP MD™ System is used in conjunction with the REDEFINE Regimen, this benefit can be maintained even further.

To better understand how to use Acute Care ™, watch this video from Drs. Rodan and Fields: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fvtcBYAghI

To learn more about how Acute Care ™ and the REDEFINE regimen works, watch this video from our Doctors:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s6lEAsArKM

Note: It must be remembered that the use of dermal fillers is really an art- like sculpting. Everyone needs to be individualized and touch-ups may be necessary.

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So, what will you choose? A needle + an office visit … or a painless patch in the privacy of your own bathroom?  I know what I'm choosing, and I can help you get your very own Acute Care™, too! 

Have questions? Please message me at TheSkinUareIn@gmail.com

You can view all of Rodan + Fields current producs and easily order on my website.  Products will be delivered directly to your address within days!

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Love The Skin You're In!

Jen

Rodan + Fields is currently available in the U.S. and U.S. military bases world-wide, in Canada, and in Australia.

Primary Source for this blog post: http://www.atlanticeyephysicians.com/services/eyelid-rejuventation/how-do-i-get-rid-of-these-wrinkles/

Updated March 2018