General Health Information

Although Rosacea is not as common as other skin ailments like acne or dry skin,
its prevalence has been growing in recent years. Some researchers
believe that the increased numbers of Rosacea cases are caused by ever
increasing percentages of toxins in the air, water, and food we ingest.
Some of the most common symptoms associated with Rosacea include:
sudden flushing of face, visible blood vessels, permanent red patches
of skin on cheeks and face, appearance of acne-like bumps and
inflammation of cheeks, nose area, or any other place on the face.

Dry skin
problems can be caused by a number of factors but the sun is one of the
most common causes of this condition. UVB radiation from the sun
penetrates into our skin and causes it to increase production of
melanin-the body’s natural defense against the sun. This will cause the
skin to darken, thicken, and dry out which is why you need total skin
care protection like a moisturizer made with a heavy sun block. Other
potential causes of dry skin include: excessive bathing or using harsh
soaps that remove too much oil, alcohol, toxins, caffeine or other
stimulants, low humidity and chlorinated water.

Hormones are responsible for the production of the sebaceous glands.
These specialized glands are found in the pores of the skin and the
produce the natural oils that help lubricate and protect the skin. When
hormone levels are low during menopause, dry skin
care products are needed instead of acne remedies. When hormone
production spikes during puberty, pregnancy, or when using birth
control, the sebaceous glands tend to produce excess oil which may then
clog pores and trap in the bacteria that combine with the sebum to
produce the blemishes associated with acne.

As you already know, not all skin care systems or dry skin care products
are the same. There actually are differences between the various
creams, lotions, moisturizers, ointments, and cleansers out there on
the market today. The skin care ingredients themselves are what really
separate the best products from the lower end knock-offs. While most of
the organic or all natural skin care ingredients are very unlikely to
cause any kind of side effects or adverse reaction, those made with
chemicals and inferior products will likely lead to problems-if not
immediately, then further on down the road.

OLIVE OIL. A great lubricant for the body inside and out, olive oil is
world-renowned for its healing properties. Antioxidants help rejuvenate
dry skin
and make it stay supple and fresh looking. Recommendation: Choose
extra-virgin olive oil, the greener the better. Have a tablespoon a
day, added to your cooking or in salad dressing.

CRANBERRY. This flavonoid-rich fruit tonifies blood vessels and helps reduce the redness associated with rosacea and dry skin. Recommendation: Drink 1 ounce of unsweetened cranberry juice combined with 7 ounces of water one to two times a day.

Nowhere is your skin more noticeable than on your face. Even if you use the best creams, cleansers, and skin care products
and treatment, there’s still more you can do to make the most of your
looks-feed your face from the inside out with beauty-enhancing food.
From almonds to yogurt, Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D., New York Times
award-winning author of The Fat Flush Plan, Before the Change, and The
Fast Track ONE-DAY Detox Diet, shares her advice on the best cuisine
for a great complexion.

SALMON. This source of omega-3 fatty acids reduces moisture loss and helps alleviate itchy, dry skin. Recommendation: Eat at least two servings of 3 and a half to 4 ounces of wild Alaskan salmon a week.

EGG. The yolks are a great source of skin-nourishing antioxidants. They
also contain sulfur, a beautifying vitamin that helps clean the liver,
clear dry skin, and make it more vibrant. Recommendation: Eat one to two organic eggs a day.

APPLE. Packed full of fiber and pectin, apples aid digestion and limit
the amount of fat absorbed by the body. Recommendation: Eat an organic
apple a day, including the peel, which contains quercetin, a potent
antioxidant flavonoid that reduces inflammation, redness and dry skin sensitivity.