Rosacea. What Works And What Doesn’t 🥲
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 มิ.ย. 2024
- Today I want to share my journey with facial redness and rosacea. I'm in a happy place with it at the moment and I want to share the ways in which I feel I’ve helped improve it. I have spent a lot of money on it over the span of 3 years (on products and treatments) some didn’t work, some did.
I’m Gonna share some quick temporary fixes and some long term results and goals too.
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me, not having and never having rosacea, eagerly clicking on this video
Lol y are we like this?
Me, too, not being interested in skincare. I just like his vibe so much. He‘s so soothing. ❤
Hahahha I thought of this as I clicked l😅
Lol me too
He does have a Very Soothing voice and laugh (and I d I learn a lot from him, even I happen to fall asleep Om e in awhile!)😅
So I'm a chemist and finishing my PhD on organic and biological chemistry with focus on microbiology, and there's definitely science behind what you're saying. I also suffer from rosacea and had a terrible flare up a couple of months ago after moving countries, with the manifestation of pustules, which I had never had before. That made me dig in a lot more on rosacea literature and scientific studies and I was very surprised to find many studies on the relation of gut health and gut microbiota and rosacea, specially the inflammatory kind with pustules that I was experiencing. Ever since then I started taking probiotics, eating better, handling my stress levels and also aligning that with a gentle skincare routine with use of prescribed metronidazole for the pustules and this crisis is almost over now, and I'm certain it's due to a combination of all of those factors.
EXACTLY!!!!! it's also really linked to heavy metals in the body, like copper, aluminium, mercury, etc...
For my husband, we can tell his gut is unhappy when he gets a rosacea. For him a course of Xifaxin antibiotics helps so much. We keep his skincare gentle also.
@@manuelacassutoif you’ve got heavy metal poisoning, Rosacea will be the least of your worries
I'm a mature aged person near retirement age who still suffers breakouts. I found chocolate is pretty bad, unfortunately 😔 I am still dealing with marks from Xmas making chocolate balls as gifts and had some extra for home. I also found stress gives me hot welt like lumps especially around my jaw line and back of ears. Takes ages for the skin to recover. Ongoing experiments with many products. Good luck to all who suffer similar❤
Thank you for sharing about stress triggering your illnesses. I have Fibromyalgia, and stress flares it up really badly, and I feel less alone when people share their own stories about illness.
i have fibromyalgia aswell. Stress really aggravates the pain
Right there with you both. Stress with fibromyalgia is the worst
A strange tip but here goes: for anyone who is struggling with gut bacterial health. Even if you eat a perfect diet, your oral hygiene must be on point! The bad bacteria’s in our mouths go down with the food when we chew, and end up in our guts where they wreak havoc. (Those are the bacteria’s that actually makes 💩 smell awful - they cause nasty halitosis too) Flossing properly and making sure your teeth are in mint condition can save your guts!
Glad to know you've been taking your mental and physical health seriously. It's a good example for all of us to follow. Be well, James!
I'm happy you were able to get a diagnosis and learn how to manage your illness. Undiagnosed pain/illness can be so terrifying. ❤ I can definitely relate to high stress impacting physical health. I'm still working on the lifestyle changes to fix that. 😅
I'm so glad you spoke about your rosacea and IBS and how they're connected. I also have both of those things, which have just started to clear up in recent weeks with a combination of supplements and azelaic acid. Feeling seen today, thank you.
WOW all of this is what I deal with as well! The GERD, IBS, rosaecea, and stress! It is like you are describing the last several years of my life! Taking an anti-spasmodic has helped me so so much but watching what I eat, trying to consistently exercise, and prioritizing stress relief makes all of it much more manageable. I understand your struggle and how hard it is to explain to others!
I was diagnosed with Acute Acid Reflux many years ago. Just as you described; trouble swallowing, a constant pressure on my upper chest, a f... nightmare. I had to sleep with 3 pillows propped up on my back bc I would wake up in middle of night feeling as I was choking on my own saliva. After having the exams you mentioned, going to a referred nutritionist, etc. (exhausting) It was directly relayed to high stress levels. If you'd be interested, Yoga and meditation helped and continues to help for my stress/anxiety. Taking more time for yourself, with your pups, anything that brings you serenity . Wishing you continued recovery. It takes some time, but you'll find yourself feeling betterment whilst practicing gentle self-care. 🤗
Niod modulating glucosides really helps with reducing the flushing and irritation. It soothes quickly, and over time it works with other barrier friendly products to make my skin stronger and less likely to flush. Can't live without it!
Also, yes, digestive issues and stress reduction are it! The good thing about healthily managing stress is it helps the rest of your body and your health too. Stress can do so much more than cause rosacea, it's crucial to get it under control for your lasting health. I'm glad you're taking it seriously now!
I second this! And it’s fantastic for post-tretinoin care. That and the SDSM spray have been good for me. I got three courses of ILP and it was just ok
Which ingredients in NIODs MG help with redness? Do you need to use it daily?
@@susanb3989 I have no idea what works about it, I'm not a cosmetic chemist. It's some proprietary blend of "glucosides" that niod came up with. I've never seen those same ingredients in another skincare product, and nothing else works as well as it does. I just read the description on niod's website and thought "hey I'll give it a try, I've tried a hundred other calming serums maybe I'll try one more." I will say I tried another "glucosides" product, from the inkey list I think, and it didn't do anything. Whatever is in that one is not the same as the niod one. I consider the niod modulating glucosides to be a product innovation, I've never encountered or heard of anything else like it.
Yes I use it every day. I've been using it for over a year and my skin is feeling way stronger and less reactive now so I skip it sometimes.
What James says about diet and stress is the root cause of chronic rosacea (in my opinion), but niod modulating glucosides helps in the short term.
For me it actually did the complete opposite:(Reacted badly to it. So be careful in trying it out, everyone's skin is different
Thank you so much for sharing your journey, I don't have IBS but I do have a migrane syndrome and really bad stress related stomach problems and hearing other people's journeys really helps to limit that alone feeling when I am in the middle of a flare up.
my mother's the same as you, I hope you are able to find ways to make things even a little bit better.
I cannot look in the mirror. My redness is ruling my life. Tried everything affordable, even went to the GP, who told me i was being vain. I'm 45, single Mum, who's come to the conclusion that I'll forever be red and ugly.
The stomach is your body's 2nd brain. Any stress will go straight to your stomach, bless you
Did the GP actually say that??!! If so, you need to report them to a governing body. That is NOT how you treat patients. That GP has no idea to what effect your self esteem is affecting your mental health and quality of life!
@@paigeconnelly4244 i swear down...it's the same GP who refuses to refer me for ADHD assessment 😤
I'm not sure where you are located but you can do online assessments for prescription dermatology treatments - Dermatica in the UK is good and their treatment for rosacea (metronidazole and ivermectin) helped me. Otherwise get a better GP, that is disgraceful but I'm not surprised since I've been treated similarly by NHS doctors 🙄
I’ve had similar experiences with doctors. I went once for my depression and he said he didn’t think I was depressed because I was “well groomed”. I was gob smacked. I’m a nurse so I had absolutely no issue telling him how unprofessional that was. Couldn’t believe it.
I feel you. It also destroys my life. I'm really lonely, anxious and I cannot get anywhere due to blushing phobia. My whole face turns pure purple/red.
I got prescribed metronidazole cream for my rosacea, used it for around 4 months I think and it made such a difference, got rid of all the small bumps and spots, redness went down massively though not completely. Now I just use azelaic acid and that seems to be enough to keep it under control. My cheeks are still pretty red but I just skip the blush 😅
James thank you for being so open and honest with us about your life and struggles. 🥰🤗 I have anxiety and depression, I love working and oftentimes that effects my body too.
When I get customers ask me about products for rosacea I always tell them to come find your videos 🙌🏽💛
I would also recommend Doctorly
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I’ve been red since I was a kid. My doctor said it’s not rosacea, but it’s something I’m self aware of. I’ve been waiting for this video my whole life!!
I also have IBS and reflux as well as Gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying) and can definitely relate to the severe pain side of it. There are times I just don't want to go out, because I know I'm having a flare up and at any moment I could end up being gripped with colicky pains and bent over double, which is really embarrassing for me if it happens out in public. That and having to always make sure I know exactly where a toilet is at a moment's notice when I'm having a bad flare up. I too went through all sorts of tests, including blood tests, colonoscopies, endoscopies, gastric emptying scans, etc, which was an unpleasant time to say the least. I really appreciate you talking about this issue in your video.
Wishing wellness. Stress is the no.1 cause of so many illnesses. Please continue to take good care of your mental and physical health. It truly affects all areas of our lives.
I'm dealing with this right now, it started as a flare up during my menstruation, but it's a regular occurrence now. Being keeled over in pain, in public. Trying to watch and learn to eat correctly. What did it end up being, if you don't mind me asking? Hope you've found relief.
I always have Avene Thermal spray with me and whenever I get stressful meeting that definitely will make my skin hot - I just layer it. And Rozex is my long term solution
Loved this video! I've been watching your videos so much more lately because they feel so relatable. I really admire that you recommend products from different price points. Sometimes I can feel like I have to spend so much money on products in order for my skin to be happy and doing good, because that's mostly what I see get recommended. Thank you for being your honest self on here, I'm loving your channel!
So grateful for the very graceful and candid way you speak about all of this. Being chronically ill is so complex and hearing someone else discuss them as a normal (though frustrating and painful) part of their life makes me feel so much less alien. Very happy you've been able to identify some of your triggers and rearrange things to accommodate them! Super happy your nail hobby has been as relaxing for you to do as it is for me to watch haha ^_^ Sending well wishes always!
I’m always excited for another rosacea video as a fellow rosacea sufferer. I have a prescription that sounds to be similar to the Mirvaso (I’m in the US) called Rhofade- my Dermatologist suggested I use it for “special occasions” only - I completely agree with what you said about looking weird when your face is completely blanked out - it makes me look sick, and I definitely prefer to use it with makeup on top. But it was fantastic to have for my wedding day!
Look after yourself, James ❤. I’m glad you’ve figured out how everything is linked, that’s really useful.
I’m glad you are feeling better! Thanks for sharing this with us ❤
we're so used to thinking about our bodies in separate cateotries, but really I belive it's all liknked; poor gut health is linked to poor mental health and vice versa, also linked to skin health, ... I'm lad that you've found what works for you, as that is the most difficult step - we're so individual that even identical twins aren't "the same person"!
Hear, hear 😊
Thank you for opening up about your health being a huge impact on your rosacea, I've got rosacea and honestly had no clue what bought it on or anything but my health isn't very good so listening to you explain what you have experienced made a lot of sense, thanks James 🧡
Thank you for doing this video! It's nice seeing someone talk about rosacea who actually lives with it and can speak to the effectiveness of the products they've tried.
I tried Mirvaso and, sadly, had bad rebound flushing beginning with the second time I used it and it only got worse with each application. Very hot flushing, much more intense redness, skin was very tender to the touch, and the flushing was happening during times that were very unusual for me. It took about 6 months for my skin to get back to normal (normal for me) after I stopped using it. I held onto it for about a year thinking I could keep it on hand for important events, but even after not using it for an extended period of time, my skin would start flushing shortly after application and would take several days to calm down. The first day I used it felt like a dream and I am still so disappointed it doesn't work for me.
This is a really vulnerable video for you to have posted, thank you for being so honest with us! If you ever need to take some time off, I am promise we' won't go anywhere! That goes for your brother too 😊 xx
Yasssss, as someone who also suffers from rosacea and coming to the end of a bad crisis right now, I was so happy to see this!!
I get that in my throat sometimes, and I have really excessive flushing (maybe rosacea?) particularly if n the evening. Plus mega-anxiety. Thanks for sharing your experience! We love you, James! Glad you’re finding ways to feel better!
I’m sorry that you’ve been going through all of this. I’m actually going through the same process now, regarding years of medical tests and finally knowing it’s IBS. I’ve not heard the people I watch on here talk about them experiencing stuff like this to the same extent, regarding stress, so in a weird way (and I hope it comes across the right way) it’s sorta comforting knowing that one of the people I’ve watched for years has the same struggles as I do. I hope I don’t sound like a jerk saying that, I probably do but I’m not meaning to… basically, you’re not alone in the struggle and you sharing your experiences makes me feel less alone in it too. I understand there’s communities out there, but someone I already look up to sharing and not coming from that helps in weird way
I’m so happy you’re doing better! It can be so hard to figure out what your individual body needs to do it’s best!
You may have just saved me years of difficulty. I have a birthmark on one side of my face, so I don't flush there. But around Christmastime I started getting flushing on my other cheek. Really hot. Really painful at times. I also noticed over the last few months my stomach has been really, really bad. I never connected those two dots- I have just been stressing out more and more because I can't work out why my skin is flushing and it's been driving me crazy.
Guess what else I've started doing since around that time?
Recording a podcast. Working almost full time at home.
I would have never considered all of these things adding up together but you have described almost entirely what I am going through, and I can't tell you how much relief I feel. Thank you.
Happy Sunday, James! When you and Robert mentioned the LED mask on your podcast, I envisioned a little mask, but this is like a serious device. Thank you for sharing your personal skincare and health journey. 💓💜💓💜💓💜💓💜
A few years ago I was diagnosed with IBS. I had extreme stomach pain, especially after eating and diarrhoea. Turns out it was gluten! But I had to exclude it 100% since even the smallest amount aggravates it. I’ve not had any stomach problems for 2 years now. Btw I have a similar thing with the throat - 10-20mins after eating I get a nasal drip. But I haven’t checked it out yet since it’s not that much of a problem.
Hey darling, first thing to say is I love you and your videos. I have been suffering form IBS-C for many years - and I mean suffering, to the extent that it's greatly influenced and impacted my life. I SO appreciate that you brought this up, since there's generally such a stigma around GI issues. I've done so many tests over the course of my life for this. Most recently I got an anorectal manometry test that's supposed to inform what kind of physical therapy I should do to solve the issue - if you find that you've hit a wall with treating your IBS, please push for this test. It took 7 years for someone to refer me for it, and the nurse has told me so many patients have found relief in only a year or so of targeted physical therapy. Anyway, wishing you the best, and welcome to the "hot girls with tummy issues" club ♥
Thank you so much for talking about your illness. I have GERD and gastroparesis (i cant digest fatty or fibrous foods which is surprising a LOT of food and i deal with chronic vomiting because of it.) since becoming ill, i’ve noticed my body has aged dramatically especially in my hair and eyes and im only 23. Nobody preps you for the stress you’ll deal with when you have a chronic illness and it really can flare everything else up
Oh, James, I am so happy that you are feeling better. I deal with IBS-C and Rosacea. I understand some of your struggles. Sending love and light your way ✨️
I'm M with mostly C, we ibies need to represent!
I'm so glad you're able to manage your health issues and that you feel better. You definitely look & "seem" better lately. I deal with something similar and I know it's not easy. Thanks for sharing 😘💜
I really appreciate your insight about "missing" the look of rosacea. I've thought that in the past about redness, eyebags, dark circles, and other skin concerns. Even when I thought of [x] as a concern then actively sought to correct it, there were times when I thought "the product did its job, but I ***miss*** something about how [x] made me look".
So yeah, you summed that up prettywell, a pleasure as always ❤
I was expecting a list of creams or actives, and the one red light mask everyone talks about. So this was genuinely really helpful. Thanks for following up on this and for being clear about the costs!
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and health issues. Its so important to learn about ways to deal with these issues and possible treatments.
James, thank you SO MUCH for posting about your throat situation!! I've been dealing with similar for decades and it's been brutal, even more isolating after COVID. Have seen specialists but found no help beyond "try not to cough".
Same!
We have SUCH a similar story, my rosacea definately started at the same time as gut issues. I've also suffered from chronic urticaria (hives) and other mystery allergy-type symptoms that the NHS can't/won't help with. Like you I worked in skin care, so probably made it worse by constantly trying different products. As far as topical treatments go, I've had good success with metronizadole and ivermectin (in a prescription formula from Dematica). It significantly smoothed my skin and cleared up all soreness, but it only reduced redness by about 50%. I haven't found any consumer products, even high end expensive skincare, that improve redness.
I have mild rosacea which has gotten better with consistent skincare. However, when my dermatologist prescribed Soolantra, it was a game changer.
Thank you so much for this video, Jame! It resonates with me so deeply. Take care of yourself ❤
I have rosacea and IBS, and I relate to so much of this! I love your channel! It's super helpful to know if products irritate your skin, because I've wasted so much money on products that turn me beet red and have to go straight in the garbage.
Love your videos! Fellow rosacea sufferer here in America. For lasers- look into the Cutera Excel V laser. It’s a newer one that targets vascular and diffuse redness. I’ve had one session and saw a reduction and it does zap the surface blood vessels. More than one session is needed. Also- there are lots of red/NIR masks available in the US. I’ve been using one by Higher Dose and can see some difference already. I’ve also struggled with reflux/iBS in the past- did your doctors ever mention something called LPR? Laryngopharyngeal reflux? Or “silent” reflux as it’s called? That’s exactly what it sounds like - lump in the throat, needing to clear throat etc. and usually the omeprazole type meds don’t help….mostly controlling foods etc can help but it sucks! Glad you are seeing some relief from the redness.
I also have the Dermalux flex and it is everything!!
The blue, red and NIR are just wavelengths of light that penetrate to different depths in the skin and at those depths they affect different processes….so NIR is great bc it’s anti-inflammatory and also promotes collagen production (a two for one for you since rosacea is an inflammatory condition).
Your skin looks beautiful, love that it’s working for you!
Look at Sensate. It can help with stress. It looks dumb but it actually helps de-stress.
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My Omnilux redlight mask has been AMAZING for my Rosacea!!! I accidentally slacked off after about a year and believe me, it showed. It's definitely a commitment , but so worth it. I now use it 10 minutes every other day and it's the only expensive tool I would replace in a hot second if it went out! 😅
So sorry to hear about your stress leading to medical illness ❤❤❤❤
I’m so happy that you’ve had healing with your digestive problems. I have GERD and IBS-C and it has taken me years to find what works for me. I know that when my GERD is really bad I feel the burning in my throat and it becomes difficult to take pills and swallow. As I heal from a bad bout I can feel the scarring and it’s so awful. I have found that my GERD gets worse during finals, eating pineapple, pesto, fresh tomatoes, and when I wear a lot of tight clothes. It’s different for everyone but those are some of my triggers. I have these medications I take when it’s really bad, but I take one every day. I also take marshmallow root, ginger, fiber, and magnesium as well. I am considering getting a surgery to correct it and I hope it works.
I find this fascinating! I'm obsessed with skincare especially in terms of medical contributing factors. I have Mitochondrial disease and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Due to that I have suffered with melasma on my forehead. Heat being a trigger for melasma I don't know how beneficial infrared light would be for me. I do have a solawave and it doesn't heat as much as infrared. I've been a little lazy about using it but my dermatologist prescribed me a 20% azelaic acid cream and my melasma had cleared up by 80%. Unfortunately stress from my job has caused it to reappear a bit. I put my two weeks in last weekend and I already feel better so hopefully everything will be on the up💜💜💜
James, I think you're absolutely onto something. I have IBD and when I'm in a flare my skin is also at its worst. I went a few years of having my IBD fluctuate up and down and my inflammation levels go through the roof and you could def tell this through how my skin was also looking. I'm not sure what it is either. Is it stress, general inflammation in the body, the gut, who honestly knows. All I know is that I've definitely noticed a positive correlation for when my IBD is flared up, and when my skin is as well. Just wanted to put this out there so you know you're not crazy haha, I feel you.
Thank you so much for this video. Your recommendation for peach slices 10% azeleic acid has helped my rosacea flares tremendously and I feel better about the skin I am in. I also notice that I have flares when I get stressed and if I eat a lot of carbs so you are not alone! Thank you for speaking out about your struggles and your journey to a healthier you!
Sat here watching whilst having my first bad flare up for a little while, rosacea really is a journey and I really identify with that need to find quick fixes, especially back when it first started happening. Sugar seems to be my trigger, had a big chocolate binge last night and paying for it today! I'm really interested in the near infrared, definitely going to see what there is available local to me. Thanks James!
I have a different illness, and I can't have cow milk (among other foods), but I will never give up cheese or chocolate (unless they come up with better tasting vegan inexpensive options). I think that if you know ahead of time and are able to deal with the consequences, eating what you love is gonna help your brain be happier, which in turn can actually end up helping with whatever illness you have. I hope your flare up isn't too bad.
I have ibs and gerd and psoriasis I wish I knew what my triggers were other than heat and stress 😫 but it's always so nice to hear my favorite influencers talk about the same things I go through its definitely comforting.
It's nice to be able to claim it as a business expense as well :)
My biggest beauty expense was Panasonic Vitalift RF a couple of months ago. I'm always red and people often ask me if I got sunburnt lol
In the last couple of months, my skin has been significantly less red. Now it's pretty much the same shade as my neck, which almost never happened.
When it comes to products, Holika Holika Redness Calming CICA balm works the best.
I totally feel for you, my 11 yr old son has been battling IBS for 2.5 years now. He's only had maybe 3 months in that time where it hasn't impacted his life. He also gets that weird feeling in the back of his throat and it can take months to clear, plus he had a nasty case of hives that we had to see a specialist for as antihistamine wasn't helping.
Because he's so young the only place he can get treatment is in the hospital system which we finally got an appointment for 2 weeks ago. I hope with the right testing, nutritionists and endoscopy soon, he comes as far as you have! Gosh I actually started watching this because I have rosacea lol! But thanks for mentioning The Food Science Babe, now to burrow down that rabbit hole.
I'm currently dealing with a flare up of rosacea and it's frustrating the hell out of me so thank you for this video 😭🙏🏽
I’ve had rosacea for a long time, but it didn’t become an issue until I turned 30 and then it got worse and worse. My biggest concerns were the tiny broken vessels, flushing and overall irritation. I tried a lot of things and really focused on barrier repair, but IPL has been the only effective treatment. It took 4 sessions (with a dermatologist) before I saw a real difference, but the difference was amazing. Most of my blood vessels were gone or very faded. There’s no perfect option, but I was more than happy to go out without foundation or makeup. I also flushed way less often and didn’t have the constant irritation or aching cheeks at the end of the day.
IPL won’t get rid of everything and I’ll have to keep going once or twice a year (new vessels always popping up), but for me it was sooo worth it. It’s expensive but most places will let you do a partial face treatment. It’s cheaper and focuses on the area you have vessels. I’d highly recommend getting it through a dermatologist and not one of the medical spas.
Lastly, I’ll add I’m on the ivermectin cream. It’s less useful for my type of rosacea, but helps keep the bumps away. Good luck everyone! Rosacea is not fun and can be really uncomfortable and embarrassing, but you’re gorgeous red-faced or not.
Thank you! You replied to the question I have in my comment :)
I also use ivermectin for the burning and underskin acne.
Clicked even faster than usual! My rosacea started due to stress. Apparently it’s the blood vessels, nerve endings and sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight) that are more sensitive. Winter is my main trigger, the cold and the heating on. Gonna try medication for the flushing next winter, it’s unbearable like burning. I will try IPL if blood vessels become too visible in future. I saw a private dermatologist who helped a lot, it was nice to be taken seriously! Best things for me are a strong daily antihistamine (fexofenadine), steroid cream very occasionally for bad irritation, glass cold globe thingies, Tatcha Overnight Repair and La Mer cream (expensive but it’s either this or suffer, I’ve tried all the cheaper alternatives). No BS Beauty recently recommended Isntree Magnesium Toner for instant redness relief, so I have ordered that 🤞🏻 Thanks for sharing your ✨jOuRnEy✨ 😂
So happy u are feeling better 🥰
OMG thank you for this video! I have rosacea so that's why I initially clicked on it, but I also have so many things in common with James. I'm being treated for anxiety and depression, I had GERD (I had the LINX device put in a few years ago which has helped a lot), I have IBS from having my gallbladder taken out, and I have the feeling of something constantly being in the back of my throat. I am always clearing my throat and it feels just like how you described...like you can't breathe! Now I have a name for it and can tell my EMT! I have many other problems and I envy people who are healthy! I know I should be changing my diet and trying to find other ways to ease my stress. A product that I recommend is EltaMd UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 because it's important to always wear sunscreen!
I feel like you're telling my story about diet and tummy stuff! Sorry to hear about your discomfort, but feel good knowing I'm not alone ❤🙏❤
I have IC and Rosacea. Ive tried many prescribed medications and treatments with no relief.. But truly the number one and pretty much only thing thats helped me is changing my diet. I had to completely cut out anything spicy, acidic, and very oily(like no deep fried). Took me about 3 years to learn a diet that works for me but im so happy i kept going. Sounds like i eat boring but i dont. For dinner tonight i had tacos (i just seasoned myself without ingredients that will aggrivate my stomach and cause a flare) and a chocolate cookie for dessert. I can not believe the change in my over all health and how i feel by simply changing what i eat. I hope you figure out what works for you James ❤ i know how difficult it can be. Wishing you the best.
All this is sounding very familiar. Not me but a friend. He's undergoing all the tests you had . Thanks for this . I'll show him this and well done for taking control back xxxx
I had that throat sensation throughout the past 3 years too! for me it was stress too and that feeling would induce panic attacks
I cured it by getting a new job haha
Look after yourself James,your health is your wealth 🦋💟
Thank you, James, for sharing your health issues with us and your experiences with these products. And while I am interested in the color correcting cream, I've tried a couple of them before, but didn't like them because the cteama felt too heavy and mask-like.
Btw, I loved "Future" James' hair. It looked so soft & silky! 😍
Don't have rosacea, but hooked on your videos 🤭
YESSSSS my kind of video!!!!!!
Great video, thank you so much for the insights!
I had surgery because of adenoids blocking my airway, but I still kept a "ball" sensation to my throat. Clearing my throat and swallowing non stop makes my neck and jaw muscles so tense... I am someone who has difficulty dealing with stress and anxiety too. Now, I may know it's a globus sensation, I may stress less thinking about what it could be . :)
Thank you James for that and for the rosacea tips!
I have globus too and the worst thing about it is the more stressed you get about it (it really can be quite distressing at times) the worse it gets, which makes you even more stressed. It’s a vicious circle.
i also have IBS and acid reflux :( I feel your pain and appreciate you being so open about your experience.
You hate when people say journey?! Another reason I love you!
Oh my God, yes to the weird flatness to clearing your redness! I love leaving some redness on my cheeks so I can skip blush and even contouring.
Just started the video, but already liked 👍 and thanking you in advance as someone who also has rosacea.
I have quite severe rosacea and have been perscribed the Mirvaso before, and I remember being shocked at the results. I am extremely pale and the first time I put it on I almost felt like I looked dead. The cost for it was a bit too much for me to keep using it for a while, but I’m considering trying it again. The rebound redness was never any worse than my natural flare ups. I will definitely check out some of the cosmetic recommendations though
You are speaking my language! I too have IBS, rosacea which is mostly flushing but also some spider veins around my nose, and flushing with alcohol! I got a red and nir panel from Mito (Pro 750) several years ago. I do 10 min a day with both red and nir and think it makes a big difference. I say that because I quit for awhile and within a few weeks I was getting very intense flushing, hotness, and even small raised areas that I thought were hives. I restarted red light and now I'm back in control or at least it's very manageable. I have to be very careful what I use on my face, I also concentrate on barrier repair. I do use tretinoin but have to stay at .20 and I'm fine with that. I do use The Ordinary Caffeine & EGCG serum before the led therapy because there is a small study that shows an increased benefit when green tea is applied to the treatment area. That serum also provides a good bit of hydration for me. Thank you for this video...I was not aware that nir was better than the red light. I'll switch my panel to nir only and experiment. As a fellow human who doesn't deal all that well with stress, know that I am thinking of you and hoping us both a magic stress elimination wand! Until then, we'll both be doing the best we can! ❤
Oh wow I get that throat thing too. Sometimes it feels like you can't swallow & i get anxious. I also have Gerd & rosacea. My problem at 57 is also hormones. I have a flare up of pustule rosacea & on a course of doxycyline. Thanks for sharing your journey ❤
I spent lots of money on derms, doctors and skincare but my rosacea has receded basically completely by using Hibiscrub as a face wash on intermittent nights. I use CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser and then Hibiscrub. I can also use Polyglutamic Acid (Inkey List), Altruist Tinted Spf, Aveeno Calm & Restore Oat Gel moisturizer with no issues.
I have the Celluma Pro and swear by it for rosacea. I have problems with pain and inflammation in my body and joints and it’s has helped immensely. So worth the price tag.
I've had rosacea all my life. It will flare up with stress, tiredness, alcohol and essential oils in skincare. Since I've had serious spinal issues (and major surgery) I find my pain and stress has made my rosacea noticeably worse. One thing for me that's a godsend is prescription only strength topical Azelaic Acid from my GP. 😊💜
I have all of these symptoms and didn’t realise there could be a link! 😱
near infrared light is further past red light and it like 800+ nm in depth into the skin, its really good for stimulating deep collagen synthesis. also im pretty sure the colors and effects really are that simple. like blue light targets the acne causing bacteria and red light is more used for anti-aging from what ive read. ive always wanted to get one but they literally cost an arm and a leg to buy. 😭😭🤍🖤
For those who are curious, the different color lights are different wavelengths of light. Light moves in waves, kind of like waves in the ocean. This isn't a perfect scientific analogy, but to give you an idea to imagine. Like waves in the ocean, there are big waves and small waves. The different colors of light appear when the waves are at certain lengths. Near infrared wavelengths are between 750-1300 nanometers (nm). Red light is 630-750 nm. Blue light is 450-490 nm.
James, thanks for sharing your health struggles. I, too, struggle with IBS(C) and rosacea, as well as Sjogren’s and migraines. I see from the comments we are in good company. 🙂 Metronidazole cream helped with my rosacea, but when my prescription ran out I decided to try azelaic acid, which is still too new in my routine to know if it’s working. Unfortunately, finding relief for my IBS symptoms is a ? since diet changes and medication haven’t been effective, but my doctor hasn’t finished investigating. It could very well be the Sjogren’s wreaking havoc on my gut. Everything is connected, right?
Thanks again for sharing your story and insight. Wishing you well!
Sorry to hear of your health problems. I agree with a lot of the other comments here that stress can trigger so many problems with our bodies (although our illnesses can cause stress too 🤷🏼♀️). My rosacea is genetic, and I've given up trying to work out what triggers it (other than temperature changes which make my face burn & certain skincare). I have found a retinol that doesn't aggravate it though - Crystal Retinal by Medik8. It's encapsulated and a really gentle formula.
This is going to be superinteresting! I think I have rosacea as well (but mild). Would love to improve the redness in my skin.
omg this is fascinating!! I’ve also had GERD to the point of ER visits for chest pain. And now I have developed rosacea 🙃
I've seen your redness improve in every single video and wondered what it was! Rosacea and redness are very different things for me plus there's no way I can afford that (do you just write it off as a business expense?) but I'm happy for you.
Before seeing this video I never actually realized I had rosacea! My cheeks have always been red with people constantly asking me if I’m hot because I always look flushed but honestly I just thought it was normal to always have a flushed face and never questioned it! What you said about it being gone and missing the flush resonated so much with me 😂 the first time I put on full coverage foundation and my face was devoid of that color I put on intense blush to look like I had life again lolol I also have chronic inflammation of the colon and gut so it was interesting to learn about how your flare ups seemed to go together!
17:39 I used to want to get rid of my redness and would watch so many videos about rosacea! I’ve since learned to love the redness and it makes me feel like I don’t have to put on as much makeup. I suppose that comes with age! I guess I’m also lucky in that the redness is only on my cheeks 😊
I have rosacea...redness...all of the awful things...I HAVE to wear makeup to feel comfortable in my own skin 😫 and then the makeup makes it worse...so many different skincare products I've tried...it's SO HARD to find something that works. So this was super helpful!
I have a whole host of autoimmune issues and honestly believe the rosacea/demodex theory. (Eeeeeew!) I absolutely nailed mine with metronidazole cream for a month followed by azelaic acid. It all just irritated my skin. I now just starve the little buggers by using tretinoin (they live on sebum) and I haven’t had any flare ups for more than a decade. My redness and irritation has resolved itself.
So informative!!! Thank you!
I don’t do well with peas either! Thank you for making these videos ❤ im working on gut and oral micro biome and it’s helped!
I just recently got prescribed Protopic for my face & it’s been a game changer! I thought I had rosacea for decades but recently was diagnosed that it was eczema (which makes sense I’ve also had body eczema my whole life). It’s an immunosuppressant cream instead of the usual steroid and works cumulatively- so after a month of every night I can only apply 2 times a week to maintain clear results. It’s been wonderful to finally get ahold of the painful and dry/tight/red patches on my face!
I’ve got mild rosacea too and the LED mask works wonders! I got the Light Salon LED mask and even though it’s pricey, they do sometimes have good deals or have discount codes from other skinfluencers. The LED mask -> Skinoren (20% azaleic acid) combo is amazing for my redness :)
I have IBS-M, and my dr just sent me a letter to do a virtual event about IBS and do a Q&A after. I'm actually excited, I could really use some relief.
I have lots of medical problems, and ive been on the GERD diet for over a year. I'm on the GERD diet because I have a hiatal hernia, and it hasn't gotten any better, it's actually gotten a lot worse, so I might just do the surgery for it. I had 2 surgeries last year, and 15 in general cuz of a different condition, so I didn't want to do the surgery, but I think I might just have to. 🤷♀️
I was diagnosed with Chron's last year, and figuring out food triggers with that really helped my Rosacea tremendously. If my gut isn't feeling well, I will usually flush anywhere from immediately to the next day-- and I'm the lucky type that gets Rosacea "acne" too, so literally food breaks me out. Biggest thing I've done is change up my diet, minimize my skincare routine (fragrance, 0niacinimide, vit c all hate me), and exercize-- all tremendous for it. Now, if I could figure out my stress level that'd be amazing, and this LED thing looks heavenly (with the price to match🤣)