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.”
[update:] Sadly Dr. Sy’s web site at www.lindasy.com is no longer operating. RosaceaCare has announced that they will be selling an identical formulation to the Mild Oatmeal Facial Cleanser under their own branding.
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Hello
I have been using Dr Linda Sy’s rosacea’s products for years and suddenly I have not been able to reach her website: http://www.lindasy.com
Does anyone know what has happened ?
My skin has never been so good and I am very worried that she no longer produces these wonderful products.
Regards,
Sanga
Hi Sanga,
Recently Rosacea Care announced that they soon will be selling the oatmeal cleanser via their web site.
See ZincO, Vita-Oil and Oatmeal Cleanser available again soon for more info.
davidp.
There are 2 OATMEAL CLEANSERS listed on eBay right now.
Does anyone know what the new price will be with Rosacea Care or when they’ll be available?
I have the following Linda Sy products listed on eBay:
moisture lotion for normal/combination skin
recreational sunscreen SPF 30
optimal light sunscreen SPF 15
acne control gel
concealing loose powder
souffle cream medium
eye firming gel
kabuki brushes
If you have any questions, please e-mail me at btyler18@hotmail.com.
Has anyone seen the Acne Cover Lotion by Linda Sy any where? It works great for oily areas and breakouts. It contains a couple different forms of sulfur titanium dioxide zinc oxides zinc sulfate etc. I have used it for years and love it
Maureen
I have been using the Lynda Sy moisturizing oil on my legs for years. I am unable to get to Lynda’Sy website to purchase this oil. Can anyone help??
Most people have recommended the Made from Earth Rosehip Face Serum and Detox Cleanser – but for me, the Green Tea Toxin Cleanser, from Made from Earth, is what help rid me of my rosacea.
I have been using the Green Tea Toxin Cleanser for about 2 years. I have been pretty sure that it had significant benefits for my face, but now I am convinced.
I recently ran out and in the meantime started using an alternate cleanser. My skins redness has increased, as have small blemishes. I was delighted to spend the money this time around! It is cheap compared to other organic and chemical free cleansers, but the system works for me (cleanser & moisturizer).
Not even prescription creams have worked so well for me. I believe all the harmful chemicals in other cleansers were ADDING to my rosacea. I highly recommend the Made from Earth Green Tea Toxin Cleanser for people with rosacea – you never know if its the harful chemicals cause your face to become red like that.
As a moisturizer i use their Vitamin Enhanced Face Firming Serum – which is also chemical free…
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