My skin is very smooth no pimples zits or anything but my skin always stays red under my eye areas. really soft sensitive skin. i changed my skin soap to a sensitive fragrance and dye free also the same with face lotion. any other alternative i might try?
2006-10-11 15:50:27 · 13 answers · asked by helloyello 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Other - Skin & Body
could be hbp too....you never know.
2006-10-11 15:59:19 · answer #1 · answered by 2Good4U 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
time to see the dermatologist. you have to be very, very careful about what you put around your eye area. matter of fact, i would not put anything around your eye area that was not recommended by a doctor.
rosacea does not affect the eye area you are talking about. and it, typically, rears it's ugly head when your in your 30's.
What is Rosacea?
osacea (pronounced roh-ZAY-sha) is a common but little-known disorder of the facial skin that affects an estimated 14 million Americans -- and most of them don't know it. In fact, while rosacea is becoming increasingly widespread as the populous baby boom generation enters the most susceptible ages, a Gallup survey found that 78 percent of Americans have no knowledge of this condition, including how to recognize it and what to do about it.
Rosacea cannot be cured, but it can be controlled. Click here to learn more about this conspicuous conditionBecause of its red-faced, acne-like effects on personal appearance, however, it can cause significant psychological, social and occupational problems if left untreated.
In recent surveys by the National Rosacea Society, nearly 70 percent of rosacea patients said this condition had lowered their self-confidence and self-esteem, and 41 percent reported it had caused them to avoid public contact or cancel social engagements. Among rosacea patients with severe symptoms, nearly 70 percent said the disorder had adversely affected their professional interactions, and nearly 30 percent said they had even missed work because of their condition.
While the cause of rosacea is unknown and there is no cure, today medical help is available that can control the signs and symptoms of this potentially life-disruptive disorder. Any one of the following warning signs is a signal to see a dermatologist or other knowledgeable physician for diagnosis and appropriate treatment before the signs and symptoms become increasingly severe:
Redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead.
Small visible blood vessels on the face.
Bumps or pimples on the face.
Watery or irritated eyes.
LUPUS appears as a butterfly type rash on your face, similar to rosacea.
Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect various parts of the body, especially the skin, joints, blood, and kidneys. The body's immune system normally makes proteins called antibodies to protect the body against viruses, bacteria, and other foreign materials. These foreign materials are called antigens. In an autoimmune disorder such as lupus, the immune system loses its ability to tell the difference between foreign substances (antigens) and its own cells and tissues. The immune system then makes antibodies directed against "self." These antibodies, called "auto-antibodies," react with the "self" antigens to form immune complexes. The immune complexes build up in the tissues and can cause inflammation, injury to tissues, and pain.
Symptoms:
Achy joints (arthralgia) 95%
Fever more than 100 degrees F (38 degrees C) 90%
Arthritis (swollen joints) 90%
Prolonged or extreme fatigue 81%
Skin Rashes 74%
Anemia 71%
Kidney Involvement 50%
Pain in the chest on deep breathing (pleurisy) 45%
Butterfly-shaped rash across the cheeks and
nose 42%
Sun or light sensitivity (photosensitivity) 30%
Hair loss 27%
Abnormal blood clotting problems 20%
Raynaud's phenomenon (fingers turning white
and/or blue in the cold) 17%
Seizures 15%
Mouth or nose ulcers 12%
2006-10-11 15:53:32 · answer #2 · answered by annie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My face is very red also. I asked my doctor when I was there for a cold, and he said I had keratosis pilaris. He said to use a gentle cleanser and to moisturize. I had been using Clinique for about 2 weeks before he said this, and the 3 step (wash, tone, moisturize), had been helping. They have a line for men, which is very good. Go to your local Clinique counter and give it a try. My face is also sensitive, and their products are very gentle on my skin. They'll skin type you when you go, to make sure you're using the right products for your skin type. All of their products are 100% fragnance free and allergy tested. And they don't test on animals, so you can feel good.
2006-10-14 15:42:24 · answer #3 · answered by Je suis moi, je ne suis pas vous 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
milk and water. it is askin soother and will make the redness go away and keeps your skin hydrated. add a little mint to open your pores. i hope this helps!
2006-10-11 16:01:54 · answer #4 · answered by pinkxlaice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be Rosacea or Lupus. You might want to consult a doctor or dermatologist.
2006-10-11 15:59:48 · answer #5 · answered by apolitical 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Gatineau - anti redness. works a treat!
2006-10-11 15:52:00 · answer #6 · answered by Lorraine R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weed? Sweet you have a bomber hat too!
2006-10-11 15:52:40 · answer #7 · answered by Ben 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
TRY SOME CONCEALER UNDER YOUR EYES FOR THE REDNESS. IT SHOULD HELP.
2006-10-11 15:52:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
could be rosecea , best to check it out at the doc's office!
2006-10-11 15:52:13 · answer #9 · answered by silverearth1 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
have doc check it out
2006-10-11 15:56:32 · answer #10 · answered by lobo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u may have rosacea see your dermatologist
2006-10-11 15:52:48 · answer #11 · answered by tiff 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋