Comments on: Frequently Asked Questions

By: Jo

Jo — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:51:06 +0000

Thanks for that Cathy. I keep my eyes moist with Optive eye drops during the day and Lacri Lube last thing at night. That helps avoid the red look! Had a great time in Washington last June, got to visit the WHite House!

By: Cathy

Cathy — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:46:36 +0000

Hi Jo

No, I am in the US (Washington, DC).

As for my eyes, I found I was unable to continue wearing contact lenses 10 years ago because my eyes had become progressively drier, and at that time I opted to have LASIK surgery. I’ve read some people have worse dry eye after LASIK, but for me, that wasn’t the case … I would say the dryness stayed about the same but stopped being uncomfortable because it was only the contact lens wear that was uncomfortable. Fortunately, now the dryness for me is mostly a cosmetic problem because my eyes are sometimes embarrassingly bright red — especially if I travel to a very dry climate.

Happily, I would say that my eyes — and skin — are continuing to look clear … I am really so pleasantly surprised about that. I’ve been on the Wobenyzm for about a week now.

Cathy

By: Jo

Jo — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:03:19 +0000

Thanks for that info Cathy. Very interesting I may well give Wobenzyme a go particulary as I also have trouble with dry eye although diagnosed with ocular rosacea I have my suspicions there is a link. Are you based in UK?

By: David Pascoe

David Pascoe — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 08:19:37 +0000

Comment via email from Barbara.

“I have had success with Metrocream aka Rozac from an online pharmacy and my skincare from Rosaceacare.com. Created just for us. Very gentle. “

By: Cathy

Cathy — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 14:58:29 +0000

I am 53 years old and have struggled with rosacea for many years … fortunately, I have been able to mostly keep it under control (with metrogel and Mario Badescu’s Calming Mask for the redness, and Glytone for the breakouts) but there is always some redness, which I disguise with make up.

I recently starting taking Wobenzyme for a problem that I’ve been having with my foot and am amazed to find that a side effect is that the Rosacea has COMPLETELY cleared from my skin. Wobenzyme works on clearing inflammation from the body, so in hindsight, it makes sense. I just found this website as I was doing a Google search to see if others have experienced this improvement in Rosacea with Wobenzyme, and I see that I am not the first. My eyes seem brighter, too — I’ve been diagnosed with dry eye and tried Restastis (suspect I have some ocular rosacea, too) to no avail.

Today is only my fourth day on the Wobenzyme … as for my foot, it is still a bit painful but I think it is also improving. I believe Wobenzyme is available at Whole Foods although I ordered mine from Amazon.

By: Felix

Felix — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 01:01:06 +0000

Thanks Jo & Sequoia – I appreciate the feedback! Wishing you all the best.

By: Sequoia

Sequoia — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00:31:09 +0000

Has anyone had good results with the antibiotic ” Doryx” ( delayed released) 150mg?

By: Sequoia

Sequoia — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00:25:59 +0000

Dear Felix,
I used Finacea for 6 months last year and it made my face worse. It seemed to take away the bumps faster (than other topical meds. I’ve used) but as soon as 1 bump left 3 more would appear! Now, that’s just me, everyone is different. I never heard of hair growth. I didn’t grow any hair on my face. (whew!)
I started another antibiotic called Droxy. and I thought it was going to work but its been 4 weeks and Im all bumpy AGAIN! Ill give it 6 weeks.
I never heard of Suki but like I said before, try the Eucerin redness relief products ( night cream, soothing cleanser, and lotion) they really work and their recommended by the National Rosacea Society.
Good Luck to you!

By: Jo

Jo — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00:25:15 +0000

I have been using Finacea Gel for over 3 years. It suits me and keep the rosacea at bay. Never heard of the hair growth side effect and can assure you that I have never had any problems with extra facial hair! Can’t help with Suki products as have no experience. Best products for me are the Avene anti redness range and La Roche Posay Rosaliac range. Good luck.

By: Felix

Felix — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 23:25:05 +0000

Just wondering if anyone has had success with Finacea 15% Gel. I was recently diagnosed with Rosacea.

One of the possible side effects of Finacea is hair growth and I really don’t want hair growing on my nose and the sides of it, although, with a hairy nose I wouldn’t see the bumps or thin red lines… Anyway, any thoughts or experiences would be appreciated.

Also, was wondering if anyone has heard of a brand called Suki for cleaners/moisturizers?