Comments on: IPL is excellent for rosacea

By: Gabby

Gabby — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:16:31 +0000

I have suffered with Rosacea for the past 15 years. I am now 38. The worst treatment I have been given is a steroid cream. (The doctor misdiagnosed me with having eczema). I ended up with a swollen tight face that burnt like hell at night. Lasted for one long week. This is when I got on the net to do some research and diagnosed myself with having Rosacea. I went back to another doctor with all the info I had printed out from the net. The Doctor then agreed with my diagnoses.
The best treatment for me is a Fraxel. I have had 2 treatments to date. After the first treatment my rosacea disappeared. I had a second treatment because it was recommended about 11 months ago. The Rosacea has only just come back after a year of having clear skin. I am going to try IPL as it is a fraction of the cost. If that does not work I will book myself in for another Fraxel.
It has been a great help reading everyones posts,….Cheers!!!

By: Jeff

Jeff — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:32:02 +0000

HI..

I have a question. First of all, I have had rosacea for about 8-10 years. I have tried a lot of different things, but have noticed in the past couple of years that ANY time I take steroids or antibiotics, my face gets bright red and is hot and burns. I always thought that anti-biotics were supposed to help. I am on antibiotics now for a sinus infection and my face looks like a lobster.
Does anyone out there have the same problem with antibiotics of steroids?
Thanks!

By: L

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:49:59 +0000

I was diagnosed with Rosacea in 2003, very few pimples/pustules – but terrible flushing that has gotten worse and more unpredictable in the last 6 months – even avoiding triggers has stopped being effective. I have been in the throes of a flush since Monday and am going for my first IPL photofacial session tonight. I’m currently pinkish with some mild stinging/itchiness – so I’ll report back later this week on how the treatment went and what the after effects are like. It’s being performed by a GP and is not covered by insurance, 375$ per session and have been told I will likely need 5.

By: Colleen

Colleen — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:24:15 +0000

I only had about 3-4 treatments about 2 yrs ago and I, too, noticed my skin lost elasticity – or something – afterwards. To be honest the treatments did not improve my redness enough enough for me to want to pay £350 a pop for more.
What I have realised from doing a 3-week detox (CLEAN by Dr Junger) is that rosacea is directly related to toxins and the bowel. If you have a clean bowel, your rosacea is almost non existent. Combine clean eating (see the ‘elimination diet’ CLEAN) with this skin care regime which after 10-15 yrs of suffering like the rest of you, I have found ACTUALLY works: 1) facewash of your choice, but I used Checks and Balances by Origins 2) Weil for Origins Mega Mushroom Treatment Lotion (it’s like a toner, but does not irritate, great for getting that toned and refreshed feeling after wash) 3) Weil Mega Mushroom Face Lotion (like a serum) 4) then skip the rest of the Mega-Mushroom products and use Eucerin Anti-redness NIGHT cream -labeled ‘for rosacea’ in the USA, I think – I use it during the day and put on anti-redness spf 15 (without green pigment – hard to find) on top for sun protection.) This works and you will notice an immediate difference. Also hydro colonics work wonders. It’s all about the bowel!!!

By: Miss Echo

Miss Echo — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 21:03:22 +0000

IPL was a terrible decision for me–it made my skin very saggy. I just compared two photos–one taken a week before 5 IPL treatments and one taken after about 6 weeks of treatment–I look a lot older! It changed the way my skin reacts–now my skin is paper thin, bleeds easily, and flakes constantly when it is not broken out.
Do not do this.

By: Rosemary Coyle

Rosemary Coyle — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 19:58:52 +0000

I had IPL a couple of years ago with not much success but am now trying again with a different practitioner who is also giving me a very light skin peel beforehand which is apparently very gentle and suitable for rosacea. I have had 2 sessions 3 weeks apart and am due for my third next week. I was so scared that I asked for a local anaesthetic to apply beforehand but they refused saying that the tolerance of the sensation is a good indicator of the level at which to set the machine. I braved it nervously and started off at level 24 on the first session which was absolutely fine. Hardly felt anything. ( I am a complete baby) Second session was up to 26 and that was also fine. No pain…just a couple of slightly uncomfortable zaps on sensitive areas…much like flicking an elastic band against the face but not hard and only made me flinch a little on a couple of zaps. At its absolute worst the sensation is probably like having a hot just extinguished match stick to your skin for a second. It just feels more scary because you have stickers covering your eyes and you are never sure which zaps are going to be the ones that make you flinch. 80% of the zaps were nothing. My friend commented how good my skin looked after the first session and it feels and looks even better now. I can’t wait to ‘zap’ it further on session 3. Highest setting for me is 32 ( I have v.fair skin that tans very slightly). I am having the treatment in my lunch hours and go back to work afterwards with no after affects. It helps if the practitioner that you have is pleasant and understanding.If anyone wants to know where I am having the treatment, please let me know.

By: anna

anna — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:37:21 +0000

Hello,
I have had rosacea now for about 4 years, and am now 41. I have had a lot of laser treatments, but i haven’t gone for some time , because of the expenses. I recently bought the Hairmax premium laser comb.I am loosing hair . Today i used it on my jaw, for a short while, since it was itching, thinking if it did not help, it would not harm either. The itching stopped right after. Is there anyone who knows about it? Or has tried it as well?

By: Pamela

Pamela — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 22:17:53 +0000

I have sufferred from rosacea for years but it has substantially worsened over time…redness, papules & pustules all over face and neck. Nonresponsive to abx and topicals. I went to a dermatologist who recommended Pulse Dye Laser ($800.00) and have appt. for Sept. 1, 2009 but I’m scared. Too much information confuses me about best choice. Hope for the best…..

By: Paul

Paul — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 04:44:27 +0000

I had my first IPL treatment yesterday. It was immediately followed by 15 minutes under red light. There was a visible improvement as soon as it was finished. Today there is even less redness. I’ve had rosacea for three years (perhaps longer, but I’ve been diagnosed for 3 years). I have papules, pustules, swelling on my cheeks and forehead. My forehead has been covered with papules for a year. The swelling has reduced considerably in all areas and the burning and itching is gone since the IPL.

By: David Paul

David Paul — Tue, 05 May 2009 03:32:16 +0000

Hey Dave,

I was wondering what your opinion was on IPL and lasers. I am wondering which is better, IPL or smoothbeam and gentle yag lasers for rosacea?

Thanks,

David T.