Products to support treatment of psoriasis, eczema and rosacea

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As psoriasis, eczema and rosacea are fairly common skin conditions found on salon clients, therapists should have a working knowledge of what skincare products and ingredients may help to alleviate the situation

Environ

South African founded skincare brand, Environ, is careful to not advise that its products are ‘cures’ for conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and rosacea, which are medical skin conditions. Says Environ’s Dr Des Fernandes: “We usually advise the consumer to get a medical diagnosis to determine exactly what the condition is, from which point we can then support with the topical application of the correct vitamins, antioxidants, moisturisers etc. “Inflammation is one of the problems we see when the skin barrier is compromised, leading to red, itchy, angry and scaly-looking skin. The problem is that this type of skin (usually because its natural vitamin A is depleted), tends to react to cosmetics. This is especially true of active formulations.” For eczema and psoriasis, Environ’s philosophy is to gradually introduce the pre-cursor of vitamin A, Beta-Carotene, with the support of antioxidants to help strengthen and fight free-radical damage. The brand recommends Comfort+ Antioxidant Gel and Colostrum Gel as a powerful duo for daily use. For people with scaly psoriasis, Environ recommends the application of the Derma-Lac Lotion. In terms of rosacea, Dr Fernandes has researched and developed a special treatment where the skin is professionally peeled with a gentle Cool Peel, and vitamin A, C & E Body Oil in combination with the daily application of DermaLac Lotion. “We have had a 100% success rate when following this protocol. Therapists need to attend Environ Professional Education in order to offer Cool Peels,” states Dr Fernandes.

Doctor Babor

Doctor Babor Neuro Sensitive Cellular is a neuro-cosmetic range to treat very sensitive, reactive and extremely dry skin, as well as itchiness. This neuro-cosmetic skin range is suitable to accompany the treatment of atopic dermatitis. The Doctor Babor Neuro Sensitive Cellular Intensive Calming Cream is formulated to care for dry, sensitive and

eczema-prone skins. It contains an active complex known as neuroxyl alongside evening primrose oil and microsilver. This soothing moisturiser relieves redness, reduces discomforting sensations, such as itching, and gives the skin a pleasant feeling. It can be used to heal skin in-between eczema flare-ups and is suitable for the treatment of dry, irritated skin in the eye area/ eyelids. Doctor Babor’s Neuro Sensitive Cellular Intensive Calming Cleanser contains neuroxyl and microsilver and offers an antimicrobial benefit and reduces skin irritation, while emollients offer a soothing effect. Neuro Sensitive Cellular Intensive Calming Cream Rich is formulated to care for very dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skins. It is formulated with neuroxyl, microsilver and gamma-linolenic acid.

Beauté Pacifique

For psoriasis and eczema, Danish medical skincare brand, Beauté Pacifique, suggests X-Tra Dry Skin Fix, an extremely moisturising and repairing medical grade cream that helps maintain a high level of moisture continuously throughout the day. It contains a high concentration of natural squalene, leaving a deposit of cream inside the skin’s surface, which is reactivated by contact with water to lock in moisture and maintain constant hydration. Ingredients include tocopherol, a source of vitamin E that plays an important role by protecting both the skin and the products against harmful free radicals and functions as a natural moisturiser, capable of reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Dipotassium glycyrrhizate is the extract from liquorice root. This is well known as a wound healing extract, helping to reduce irritation within the skin and providing instant comfort to sensitive skin. For rosacea, Beauté Pacifique recommends Submersive Serum Paradoxe, a product that is based on high concentrations of both squalane and the Chilean grape seed extract, which has ‘near’ medical properties, as in the brand’s Crème Paradoxe, but reformulated into a super-serum that submerges deeply into the skin, providing a strong anti-age effect and remarkable anti-reddening effect on rosacea-looking skin.

Dermalogica

The UltracalmingTM segmentation line from Dermalogica uses a blend of active botanical extracts to calm and sooth inflammation and skin irritation. These products contain an UltraCalmingTM Complex, consisting of active botanical extracts such as avena sativa (oat kernel) extracts,

boerhavia diffusa (red hogweed) root extract, zingiber officinale (ginger) extract and bisabolol (derived from chamomile). Says Dermalogica training expert, Lusinda Burch: “Modern studies have proved the benefits of and shown that colloidal oatmeal binds to the skin and provides a protective barrier against irritants. It contains waterbinding polysaccharides and hydrocolloids that hold moisture against the skin, allowing it to act as an emollient. The lipids contained in oatmeal also add to its emollient activity, which can improve the itchiness of dry skin. Oatmeal acts as a buffering agent that can help maintain the skin’s normal pH. The soothing properties of colloidal oatmeal have also been recognised for many years. “Piperonyl glucoside is a new molecule that prevents flushing from occurring and helps reduce skin sensitivity due to changes in climate and dietary related stress. It also visibly reduces persistent skin redness. This molecule impacts the blood vessel network, to visibly reduce redness by strengthening blood vessels to minimise vasodilation linked to redness.”

Diego dalla Palma

The Stop Red Ampoule from Diego dalla Palma Professional is an intensive anti-redness concentrate suitable for sensitive, reactive, cuperose-prone or delicate skin irritated by external aggressors. Its soft and gentle formula provides an immediate sensation of comfort and gradually improves skin quality and appearance. In terms of ingredients, the biomimetic ceramide cpx 4% balances and strengthens the skin’s barrier function, protecting it against external aggressors, while avenanthramide D 0.04% relieves the skin and reduces both temporary and persistent redness. Also from Diego dalla Palma, the CICA Ceramides Cream is an anti-reddening, soothing, repairing and rebalancing cream with chromo-corrective green

pigments. It is ideal for rebalancing irritated and vulnerable skin due to external aggressors and intensive cosmetic and dermo-aesthetic treatments (e.g. clinical peelings and microdermabrasion, laser, tattoos). Thanks to tiger grass (with repairing and reepilising properties), enriched with horsechestnut, ruscus and marigold extracts (natural source of bioflavonois, with vasoprotector and anti-reddening properties), the product reduces temporary or persistent redness and cuperose.

DermaFix

A lightweight emollient cleanser, DermaFix HydraSilk Cleanser gently lifts away makeup and other impurities without stripping the essential lipids on the skin. Providing anti-inflammatory and skin calming properties, this cream cleanser is suitable for sensitised skin including rosacea, eczema, and psoriasis. DermaFix Vitamin B Cream incorporates a complex of natural botanical extracts, vitamins and amino acids alongside natural Vitamin B complex, helping to reduce inflammation and balance the skin. The inclusion of D-panthenol stimulates skin healing, whilst providing deep moisturisation to help combat skin sensitivity. Formulated with pure Swiss hemp CBD, DermaFix CBD Oil and DermaFix CBD Lotion assist to provide skin nourishment and hydration benefits. These products have proven to be beneficial in assisting to calm inflammation, reducing redness and minimising the skin reactivity often associated with these problematic skin concerns.

RégimA

RégimA Anti-Inflamm-Ageing is a highly effective, ultra-rich ‘First

Aid’ Kit for inflamed, irritated, or extremely sensitive skins. This product reduces warmth due to inflammation and protects against skin redness on irritation. It also reduces the incidence of telangiectasia and cuperose (broken veins) and improves the appearance of rosacea. In addition, this super soothing and smoothing cream reduces swelling and includes anti-itch properties. It helps to normalise and maintain hypersensitive skins.

SkinPhD

From SkinPhD, the Silver Healing Gel and Silver Healing Cream are formulated with ionic colloidal silver in its most safe and effective nanoparticale ionic form. It has been proven to combat hyperinflammation associated with skin diseases like psoriasis and eczema. Ionic colloidal silver helps to improve the healing process by enhancing the skin’s immune system. It assists in fighting microbial infections and improving the skin’s immune response to reduce inflammation, while preserving the skin’s natural biome and barrier. The Silver Healing Gel is most suited for open wounds and inflamed skin with its soothing and cooling capabilities, while the Silver Healing Cream provides extra nourishment with added avo oil to help to reduce excessive dryness.

iS Clinical

Pro-Heal® Serum Advance+® from iS Clinical is very effective in addressing the appearance of dry and sensitive skin types that suffer from rosacea. The product provides superior antioxidant protection and includes ascorbic acid, olive leaf extract, mushroom extract, Laureth-4, tocopherol and retinol. Also from iS Clinical, the Sheald™ Recovery Balm is a smooth moisture-rich formula that is designed for all skin types, especially those that are severely dehydrated, sensitive or have been compromised.

SalonCare

SalonCare recommends fragrance- and colourant-free products that contain humectants to comfort and moisturise the skin. Suitable products from the SalonCare range include Sensitive Cream Cleanser; UV Protective Moisturiser (with a low level SPF to avoid irritation); Sensitive Enriched Nightcare (for nourishing and hydration); Sensitive Face &

Body (formulated to comfort and nourish); and Sensitive Spritzer for rosacea or skin that is prone to redness or experiences warm flushes.