Causes
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Over production of sebum
Sebum is an oily waxy substance produced by the sebaceous glands to protect and moisturise the skin. When they go into overdrive, often influenced by hormonal changes and stress, they produce too much sebum and you get breakouts and in severe instances, acne. The solution is to cleanse the skin without stripping and use topical and products.
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Over Keratinisation
This is a build up of dead skin cells that eventually blocks the pores.
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Bacteria
Can cause an infection in the pore that then produces a pustule.
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Diet
Your diet can affect how your skin behaves. Alcohol, sugar and dairy products in particular can contribute to the inflammation and bacteria in the skin.
Solutions
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Cleanse your skin with a product that doesn’t strip the skin (face wipes are a definite no no!)
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Exfoliate but not with a granular product as this will make things worse. Use a Beta Hydroxy Acid to dissolve the build up in the pore
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Sterilise the skin, using ingredients like lactic acid, tea tree and colostrum to kill the bacteria and reduce inflammation, or have a professional peel
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Limit or cut out dairy to see if it has any effect on your skin. Make sure you eat plenty of oily fish, nuts and seeds and drink plenty of water.
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Up your vitamins when you are stressed and find ways to destress or practise mindfulness
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Cell renewal slows
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Collagen production slows
Collagen and elastin give your skin plumpness. From the age of 30 this slows too, while sunlight, pollution, smoking, poor diet and stress can slow it even more.
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Skin gets dryer and starts to thin
Hormonal changes mean the skin produces less hylauronic acid which moisturises the skin and the muscles can slacken causing the skin to sag
Solutions
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Use peptides, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and an Environ skin roller to stimulate the skin’s growth factors and natural collagen production
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Use colostrum gel to thicken the skin
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Use an SPF every day
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Rosacea and redness are quite different so it’s essential to have a skin analysis and consultation to ensure the right products are used. Rosacea can start off looking like mild redness or a flushed complextion but it can develop so the skin becomes inflamed and sensitive and, in severe cases, pustules appear. Rosacea cannot be cured completely but we can control it and we do understand some of the triggers that cause a flare up .
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Fatty acid deficiency
A lack of good fats can affect the immunity of the skin and barrier function making it harder to fight infection.
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Vitamin deficiency
A lack of vitamins A and C can makeblood vessels sensitive to UV and more reactant.
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Genetics
Rosacea can run in families
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Triggers
Stress, alcohol, harsh soaps, dairy and spicy foods, environment, medical conditions and dermodex mites that live on the skin, can all trigger a flare up of rosacea.
Solutions
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Eat anti inflammatory foods such as oily fish, nuts and seeds and take a Skin Omega supplement.
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Try to cut down on dairy, alcohol and spices and keep a food diary so you can identify which particular foods cause a reaction.
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Use AVST Gel or Face and Body oil topically and Skin Vit A and Skin Vit C internally to top up your vitamin levels.
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Sun is the biggest factor
Your skin naturally produces melanin to protect the cells from radiation. Over time cells become damaged and over produce melanin resulting in patches of darker skin such as age spots on the hands and face.
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Hormonal changes
There are other types of pigmentation related to the contraceptive pill, pregnancy or menopause.
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Damage or trauma
Spots and scars can also lead to post inflammatory pigmentation.
Solutions
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This condition has been difficult to treat in the past but scientific advances in skincare has led to some very good results. It is essential to wear an SPF every day to protect against further damage while Vitamins A and C help to repair cells that are over producing and using inhibitors to stop more production.melanin.
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Hot Showers, soap and face wipes
All strip your skin of its natural oils.
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Over exfoliation
Can damage the protective layer od the skin and the living cells underneath which in the long run can make your skin very dry
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Ageing
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Not drinking enough water
Solutions
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There is an important difference between dry and dehydrated skin. Dry skin lacks oil and dehydrated skin lacks water.
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Skincare containing vitamin A for cell renewal, super moisturising products and wearing an SPF. And drink more water and less caffeine and alcohol
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Release of too much cortisol
Stress triggers the brain and skin to release cortisol which is not good for the body in general and the skin in particular. Skin can become very dull, aged and fatigued.
Solutions
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Eat a whole-food, plant-based diet and if needed, add supplements from the Advanced Nutrition Programme
Reduce your caffeine intake
Get adequate sleep
Exercise regularly
Use Environ's Malachite-NP Complex Serience Night Serum - an antistress serum, the first of its type in the world
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Hormonal changes
The rapid hormonal changes in pregnancy can change your skin significantly making it more sensitive, causing breakouts and redness.
Solutions
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All Environ products can be used during pregnancy, the only exception being Tri-Complex Contouring Body Cream as the caffeine in it makes it too stimulating. It is important to know that once vitamin A is absorbed it is trapped in the skin. Humans do not have the enzyme systems to transfer vitamin A from the skin to the bloodstream. Environ believes that Environ products containing vitamin A are safe to take during pregnancy and lactation.
If your skin does become more sensitive and you are using the higher levels of Vita Anti-Oxidant AVST Moisturiser or Vita-Peptide C Quence Serum, drop downm to level 1 or 2. If you are using Retinol 1, 2 or 3 and your skin feels itchy, stop using it.
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Hormonal changes
As oestrogen levels decline, the skin may become thinner, drier, and less elastic, leading to the formation of wrinkles and fine lines.
Reduced oestrogen levels can also result in decreased oil production and the natural barrier function may be compromised, making it more susceptible to external irritants.
Hormonal changes can trigger an increase in melanin production, leading to the appearance of dark spots or patches on the skin, known as hyperpigmentation. This may be more noticeable on the face and hands.
Solutions
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To combat the effects of menopause on the skin, it's essential to establish a skincare routine that focuses on hydrating and protecting the skin. This should include vitamin A moisturisers, essential to cell regeneration, serums, and sunscreen daily, as well as avoiding harsh skincare products that can further irritate the skin.
A healthy diet, rich in protein is also recommended.
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Causes
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The outer layer of the skin becomes thin and compromised
It may feel rough and irritated, stinging, itching or burning. It may also look red and dry
Solutions
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Use Environ Colostrum Gel, full of growth and immune factors that calm skin and helps to strenghten and tighten skin. It should be used with a vitamin A moisturiser to help normalise the skin.
Eat foods rich in vitamin C help to increase collagen production, which helps to thicken the skin over time. Foods that are rich in vitamin C include citrus fruits, oranges, kiwi fruit, broccoli, tomatoes and cauliflower.
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