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sensitive skin flare

lavendar — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 23:59:46 GMT

I have Sjogren's syndrome and Crohn's disease. When they flare, my skin and hair go crazy. Have hair under control but could use some help with skin. You don't need a medical condition to respond.

I have hair under control. But just washed m/u off and my skin on cheeks is red and hot. I already use LaRoche Posy cleanser and just used up their moisturizer. As soon as I can get to CVS I'll buy their special water spray. Until then I don't know what to put on face. I have L'Occitane shea butter, some moisturisers for sensitive skin that I use on my body. I sleep on a silk pillowcase.

I'd welcome any suggestions. I will be putting humidifiers on but this happened this summer when I was in the hospital.

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jannabelle1 — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:19:22 GMT

You might consider trying dermatologist recommended Cera Ve or Cetaphil. They're both very mild. Some years ago I had a horrible breakout on my face from my Clarisonic - a dermatologist told me to stop using it and start using Cera Ve cleanser and moisturizer. I did that - everything cleared up, and I haven't stopped using it since then. It's very reasonably priced and is available at Walgreen's, Walmart, etc.

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lavendar — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:37:33 GMT

Thank you for your response. I've tried both in the past and reacted to them. I'm trying to get a derm appointment (I need a skin check anyway.

I just some Aquaphor in my chest full of lotions and potions.

Were you able to use your Clarisonic again? I never attempted one.

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I am still oxox — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:42:54 GMT

I was going to suggest something like a cortisone cream or bacatrin

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lavendar — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 01:12:28 GMT

I think I have a cortisone cream in med chest. Good idea. Bacitracin isn't applicable.

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Janey2 — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 01:15:37 GMT

I don't know if this will work for you, but I use Elta MD foaming facial cleanser. I also use their moisturizer. I have very sensitive skin.

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cozyseeker — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 01:22:40 GMT

I have super sensitive skin too. My derm said to never ever use cortisone on your face. Your derm can possibly give you an RX. Cera Ve sure has saved me from the "red hot" face. I had allergy testing by my derm and I was so allergic to one chemical that was sadly in almost everything I was using. Now I have to read every label for all cosmetics and shampoos, but it made a world of difference in my skin.

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Abrowneyegirl — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 01:33:52 GMT

I also have skin 'flares' due to food allergies and intolerances. It started in my 30's. ughhhh!

~I have found a CeraVe non-foaming cleansers and CeraVe lotions to be saving grace.

~First Aid Beauty non-scented lotion/cream for my body.

~My emergency potion- Fresh Seaberry face oil (note I can NOT tolerate argan oil)

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Abrowneyegirl — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 01:38:44 GMT

Side note: My dietitian figured out that it is parsely and paprika that cause my severe dry eye syndrome. If I avoid those 2 items my dry eyes are fine/normal. I can wear contacts again!!

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Katcat1 — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 02:16:40 GMT

@lavendar, Marula oil is excellent for redness and sensitive skin. I use Acure Organics Marula oil. I also started recently using Josie's Argan Milk. After I cleanse with the Leaflet, I use the Argan Milk and then place a drop of the Marula oil in my hands and rub together and pat on my face. If you are extremely sensitive, I would just do the Marula oil and nothing or a night creme. You may also want to try Cetaphil Gentle facial wash sold at the drugstore or Target. In fact, I just picked it up.

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lavendar — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 02:36:06 GMT

meme: I was in a study at Tufts Medical School using Omega 3's for dry eye that put me in remission. I still take it. I had to go off of it last week before a procedure. I'm back on it tonight.

All moisturizers that flow must have something in them that is irritating.

I will be seeing a dietician soon. I haven't been able to find anyone who will do food testing. But when I was in the hospital I was on an IV without food for ten days and had the worst skin flare in many years.

I do well with LaRoch Posay cleanser. I reacted to Cetaphil.

I've never used cortisone on my face.

When I had my eyebrows done my eyes swelled practically shut. Derm said Aquaphor. I haven't had them done since.

Where do you get Marula oil?

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lavendar — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 02:42:23 GMT

meme: where do I get the emergency strawberry named oil? oils or creams make sense. my derms think there's something that makes them flow that is irritating.

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Abrowneyegirl — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 02:43:05 GMT

@lavendar wrote:
meme: I was in a study at Tufts Medical School using Omega 3's for dry eye that put me in remission. I still take it. I had to go off of it last week before a procedure. I'm back on it tonight.

All moisturizers that flow must have something in them that is irritating.

I will be seeing a dietician soon. I haven't been able to find anyone who will do food testing. But when I was in the hospital I was on an IV without food for ten days and had the worst skin flare in many years.

I do well with LaRoch Posay cleanser. I reacted to Cetaphil.

I've never used cortisone on my face.

When I had my eyebrows done my eyes swelled practically shut. Derm said Aquaphor. I haven't had them done since.

Where do you get Marula oil?

I agree with the Omega 3, it got me to about 90% relief, the diet change finially got me to 100%

Interestingly I do not do well with Cetaphil either!

Marula oil did not sooth my skin in any way, but I do not remember having a reaction, but I do know I gave it away.

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Abrowneyegirl — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 02:44:26 GMT

@lavendar wrote:
meme: where do I get the emergency strawberry named oil? oils or creams make sense. my derms think there's something that makes them flow that is irritating.

The FRESH seaberry oil - I bought from Sephora

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marmarbrooklyn — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 15:01:57 GMT

@lavendar

I have very sensitive acne prone skin that can get very red and flaky due to weather or irritation . I recently fround CV skinlabs Calming moisture for face, neck and scalp from the website: designed for allsensitive skin types from effects of microdermabrasion, lasers chemical peels and chemotherapy . it is 100% free of synthetic fragrances ,dyes parabens , formaldehyde hydroquinone mineral oil/petrolatum and silicones and a bunch of other things . It is very gentle and so lightweight . They have their own website CV labs and you can also buy at different organic/green beauty websites .

Good luck and feel better .

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fluffysmom — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 16:18:17 GMT

I use soolantra when my skin flares badly .My derm gives me a cortisone shot that helps quicky. Do you get your ANA or inflammatory blood work done periodically.The shot helps with my fibro pain also and sojgrens etc.

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Fressa — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 17:05:59 GMT

I have medical issues and super sensitive skin. I also have a ton of allergies so that just compunds the situation. Nothing works for me two days in a row because I have a lot of variables. Here's my list of what I use:

Purity Made Simple to remove makeup at night and to wash my face. ( The formula has changed with the selling of the company but it still is a decent product ...and gentle)

Dr. Denese Omega 3 Phytofix Cleansing Balm to wash my face in am. (You only need a small amount to clean your face and neck--less than the size of a dime, It is very gentle.

Note: either of these you could use for both day and night and to remove make-up. That system works for others but doesn't for me with my conditions.

I will get large red blotches, rashes, etc. on my face from allergies, etc. When I have this type of "episode" then I usually just cleanse my face and don't put anything on it until it "settles" (Note: the Dr. Denese will leave your skin feeling slightly moisturized)

If you want a moisturizer or a multi task product then I use the Day Cream by Dr. Denese. This is an moisturizer, sunscreen, foundation (BB/CC cream) and treatment all in one. I prefer the jar formula over the tube. It will tame down the redness, etc.

Hope one of these helps you.

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Silver Lining — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 18:24:26 GMT

@Abrowneyegirl wrote:
@lavendar wrote:
meme: I was in a study at Tufts Medical School using Omega 3's for dry eye that put me in remission. I still take it. I had to go off of it last week before a procedure. I'm back on it tonight.

All moisturizers that flow must have something in them that is irritating.

I will be seeing a dietician soon. I haven't been able to find anyone who will do food testing. But when I was in the hospital I was on an IV without food for ten days and had the worst skin flare in many years.

I do well with LaRoch Posay cleanser. I reacted to Cetaphil.

I've never used cortisone on my face.

When I had my eyebrows done my eyes swelled practically shut. Derm said Aquaphor. I haven't had them done since.

Where do you get Marula oil?

I agree with the Omega 3, it got me to about 90% relief, the diet change finially got me to 100%

Interestingly I do not do well with Cetaphil either!

Marula oil did not sooth my skin in any way, but I do not remember having a reaction, but I do know I gave it away.

@Abrowneyegirl & @lavendar

What brand of Omega 3 do you use and what dietary changes were effective?

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lavendar — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 02:44:11 GMT

I use the Omega 3 Theratears brand. That's what was used in the study. I used to get it on Drugstore.com. Since that's gone I'll try Amazon. Some drugstores have it but it was cheaper online.

I didn't have luck with Restasis. There's a new med out for dry eye that a friend has had some success with.

I also run two humidifiers. One in my living run and one in the bedroom. That's good for skin and hair also.

My derm's nurse said to use Aquaphor. It worked.