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Niacinamide and Moisturizers

September 18th, 2005, by Digital Davo | moisturizers

This study concludes that rosacea sufferers can benefit from using a moisturizer that improves the stratum corneum barrier.

Niacinamide - Containing Facial Moisturizer Improves Skin Barrier and Benefits Subjects With Rosacea, Draelos ZD, Ertel K, Berge C. Cutis 2005; 76:135-141.

Abstract: A growing body of literature suggests that some moisturizers can improve stratum corneum barrier function, as well as ameliorate dry skin. The clinical signs and symptoms of rosacea, which include increased facial skin dryness and sensitivity, suggest a possible role for such moisturizers as an adjuvant in the management of this condition. This randomized, investigator-blind, controlled observational study (N=50) was designed to assess whether a niacinamide-containing facial moisturizer would improve the stratum corneum barrier and thus provide a clinical benefit to subjects with rosacea. Subjects with rosacea applied the test moisturizer to their face and to one forearm twice daily for 4 weeks. The other forearm remained untreated as a control. Barrier function on the forearms was assessed instrumentally and using a dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) chemical probe. Stratum corneum hydration also was measured instrumentally. The dermatologist investigator evaluated each subject’s rosacea condition over the course of the study, and subjects self-assessed their facial skin condition at study end. Instruments provided objective measures of stratum corneum barrier function and hydration on the face. Results of tests conducted on the forearms showed that the niacinamide-containing facial moisturizer improved stratum corneum barrier function and hydration. Similar trends in these parameters were seen on the facial skin. The investigator’s evaluations and subjects’ self-assessments showed improvement in the signs and symptoms of rosacea over the course of the study.

These results suggest that this patient population can benefit from using a facial moisturizer that improves the stratum corneum barrier.

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rosacea cleanser Linda Sy Mild Oatmeal Facial Cleanser

August 24th, 2005, by Digital Davo | cleansers, moisturizers

Dr. Linda Sy has been a long time friend of the Rosacea Support Group. A respected dermatologist, she answered questions for rosacea sufferers for several years. Also, through her own company Linda Sy Skincare, developed 2 products specifically for rosacea sufferers - a mild cleanser and a well tolerated zinc oxide dimethicone sunscreen.

Lets look at her Mild Oatmeal Facial Cleanser. Motivated by some support group members who were making their own cleansing masks with oatmeal and water, Dr. Sy wondered if oatmeal could form the basis for a gentle cleanser. The idea of using colloidal oatmeal was that it could help sop up flakes associated with seborrheic dermatitis and excess sebum and oil buildup on the surface of the skin. Here are some comments from rosacea sufferers who use this cleanser ;

“For a cleanser, I would suggest Linda Sy Oatmeal Cleanser. It’s mild but takes the make-up off well.”"…but Linda Sy’s Mild Oatmeal Cleanser works a treat with no rubbing or irritation.”

“I have been using this cleanser for more than two weeks now and have only very good things to say about it. It is by far the least irritating cleanser I have used and the best part is that it cleans away the dry and dead skin cells that have accumulated. I do not get red at all when I apply it and my skin feels terrific afterwards.”

“I love Dr. Sy’s oatmeal cleanser. I don’t have any of the bumps or pimples but my skin is very sensitive of course and this cleans well without irritating and helps with the flakiness which I have even though my skin is not dry.”

Her web site is http://www.lindasy.com. Linda Sy also offers cheap samples so you can try her products without risking too much outlay. All rosacea sufferers are unique so take care with your selection of skincare products.

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