FAQ’s regarding skin care:
What is combination skin?
Skin that has both dry and oily areas- or a combination of conditions-
is called combination skin. The most common is to be dry in the
outer cheek areas and oily through the nose, chin and forehead-
the “T- Zone”.
Oily skin is a hereditary condition that develops due to over-active
sebaceous glands. Dry skin results from, amongst other things, under-active
sebaceous glands.
Therefore, your combination skin needs products that help to normalize
the functioning of your sebaceous glands, so that their sebum production
level is similar over your whole face.
Normalizing (balancing) the skin is the key to healthy, radiant
skin. This involves more that simply using astringent cleansers
and toners to clear away surface oil in the T-Zone and applying
rich moisturizing creams to your dry areas. In fact, this approach
will only increase the imbalance.
The more you strip your skin of natural sebum, the more it will
produce to compensate. So, instead of solving the problem in your
T-Zone… it makes it worse. Likewise, applying rich, heavy creams
to dry skin may discourage your sebaceous glands in those areas
and reduce sebum production even further.
Facial treatments and a home maintenance regime specifically designed
to suit your individual needs will help to avoid over stimulating
the sebaceous glands and normalize the production of sebum.
What is the best way to care for combination skin?
 Your skin care routine should support and enhance your skin’s natural
functions… And it should be pure, natural and chemical-free. At
Wellness Springs we know how important it is that you have a personalized
skin care program tailored to your skin’s specific needs… a total
care program designed to give you healthy, radiant skin regardless
of age, skin condition or climate. Our aestheticians are specially
trained to evaluate your skin, make a prescription and teach you
how to use the products and begin a successful home skin care program.
For those interested in ordering through our shopping cart, here
is a general prescription for combination skin:
In the morning, your skin needs…
• Deep Cleansing
:: Lavender/Lavandin
:: Lemon/Lime AHC Face Wash Cream
• Toning & Hydrating
:: Rosewater Freshener or Day Care Conditioner
• Hydrating & Firming
::Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Neck Serum
• Eye Care :: Eye Gel
• Moisturizing & Protecting
:: Day Care Face Lotion
In the evening, your skin needs…
• Surface Cleaning
:: Cleansing Lotion or Foaming Facial Cleanser
• Deep Cleansing
:: Lavender/Lavandin or Lemon/Lime AHC
:: Face Wash Cream
• Balancing and Nourishing
:: AG Herbal Recovery Mist
• Hydrating and Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Wrinkle Softener Beauty Cream
:: Neck Serum
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
In addition to your regular cleansing and hydration routine, your
skin also needs…
• Moor Purifying Mask (T-Zone) with Deep Penetrating Cream Mask
(other areas) weekly.
• OPC/Antioxidant Rejuvenating Facial every 4-6 weeks.
• Internal hydration – drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Adequate rest, relaxation and exercise
• A well balanced diet
What causes Oily Skin?
Oily skin is a hereditary condition that develops due to over-active
sebaceous glands.
Oily skin problems can be aggravated by the misuse of skin care
products and the tendency to try to reduce oiliness- either through
use of harsh soaps or the excessive use of astringents or scrubs.
Over-stimulation of the skin through scrubbing or stimulating massage
should also be avoided.
Other causes of oily skin can be a diet rich in fats and oils, a
hot, humid climate or hormonal imbalances during adolescence, which
increase the production of sebum (oil).
Oily skin is more prone to pimples and blemishes but can also be
blemish-free. While open pores and excessive shine can be an annoying
feature of oily skin, the advantage you have is that your skin does
not wrinkle easy- giving you a youthful appearance for many more
years than people with dry skin.
Facial treatments and a home maintenance regime specifically designed
to suit your individual needs will help to avoid over stimulating
the sebaceous glands and normalize the production of sebum.
Normalizing (balancing) the skin is the key to healthy, radiant
skin. This involves more that simply using astringent cleansers
and toners to clear away surface oil. In fact, the more you strip
your skin of natural sebum, the more it will produce to compensate.
So, instead of solving the problem… it makes it worse. However if
your skin is not cleansed properly, dirt, dead cells, and sebum
can clog your pores and create blackheads.
Oily skin, therefore needs special care from cleansing, toning and
moisturizing right through to night care and treatments for areas
requiring special attention. And, although you may categorize your
skin as “Oily or Normal/Oily”, it is in fact unique- and should
be nurtured and nourished accordingly.
What is the best way to care for oily skin?
Your skin care routine should support and enhance your skin’s natural
functions… And it should be pure, natural and chemical-free. At
Wellness Springs we know how important it is that you have a personalized
skin care program tailored to your skin’s specific needs… a total
care program designed to give you healthy, radiant skin regardless
of age, skin condition or climate. Our aestheticians are specially
trained to evaluate your skin, make a prescription and teach you
how to use the products and begin a successful home skin care program.
For those interested in ordering through our shopping cart, here
is a general prescription for oily skin:
In the morning, your skin needs…
• Surface Cleansing
:: Foaming Facial Cleanser
• Deep Cleansing
:: Lemon/Lime AHC or Rosemary/Sage AHC
:: Face Wash Cream
• Toning & Hydrating
:: Day Care Conditioner
• Hydrating & Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Neck Serum
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
• Moisturizing & Protecting
:: Day Care Face Lotion
In the evening, your skin needs…
• Surface Cleaning
:: Cleansing Lotion (if you wear makeup)
:: Foaming Facial Cleanser
• Deep Cleansing
:: Lemon/Lime AHC or Rosemary/Sage AHC
:: Face Wash Cream
• Balancing and Nourishing
:: OP Herbal Recovery Mist
• Hydrating and Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Neck Serum
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
In addition to your regular cleansing and hydration routine, your
skin also needs…
• A nurturing mask once or twice weekly
• A deep cleansing facial every 4-6 weeks
• Internal hydration – drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Adequate rest, relaxation and exercise
• A well balanced diet
What defines Normal/Sensitive Skin?
Although your skin enjoys a normal sebum balance and doesn’t normally
develop blackheads, pimples or other blemishes you may experience
some level of irritation using particular skin care products or
under certain environmental, lifestyle or climatic conditions.
This is not the same as skin that is highly sensitive, with resultant
rashes and irritations ranging from redness, itching and burning
through to the small liquid filled pustules that can occur as a
result of very severe sensitivity. If your sensitivity is in this
range, you should be using the Jurlique Ultra Sensitive Skin Care
Collection, which was specifically developed for this purpose.
Although your skin does not wrinkle as easily as dry skin, you still
need to ensure that your skin care regime includes nurturing chemical
free cleansers, toners and hydrators and protecting moisturizers
to guard against lifestyle and environmental effects and maintain
a youthful appearance for as long as possible.
Facial treatments and a home maintenance regime specifically designed
to suit your individual needs are essential to maintain and improve
your skin condition, strengthening it with pure, natural antioxidants,
vitamins and herbal extracts.
What is the best way to care for Normal/Sensitive skin?
Your skin care routine should support and enhance your skin’s natural
functions… And it should be pure, natural and chemical-free. At
Wellness Springs we know how important it is that you have a personalized
skin care program tailored to your skin’s specific needs… a total
care program designed to give you healthy, radiant skin regardless
of age, skin condition or climate. Our aestheticians are specially
trained to evaluate your skin, make a prescription and teach you
how to use the products and begin a successful home skin care program.
For those interested in ordering through our shopping cart, here
is a general prescription for normal/sensitive skin:
In the morning, your skin needs…
• Deep Cleansing
:: Chamomile/Rose or Lavender/Lavandin AHC
::Face Wash Cream
• Toning & Hydrating
:: Rosewater Freshener or Chamomile Floral Water
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
• Hydrating & Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Neck Serum
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
• Moisturizing & Protecting
:: Wrinkle Softener Beauty Cream
:: Day Care Face Lotion
:: Day Care Face Cream And/or Calendula Cream
In the evening, your skin needs…
• Surface Cleaning
::Cleansing Lotion or Ultra-Sensitive Make-up Remover
• Deep Cleansing
:: Chamomile/Rose or Lavender/Lavandin AHC
::Face Wash Cream
• Balancing and Nourishing
:: DS or AG Herbal Recovery Mist
• Hydrating and Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Neck Serum
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
In addition to your regular cleansing and hydration routine, your
skin also needs…
• A nurturing mask once or twice weekly
• A deep cleansing facial every 4-6 weeks
• Internal hydration – drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Adequate rest, relaxation and exercise
• A well balanced diet
What causes Dry Skin?
Dry skin develops as a result of under-active sebaceous glands.
This is commonly due to the aging process, as sebaceous glad activity
slows down.
Other common causes of dry skin are too much sun, wind, harsh soaps,
poor diet insufficient fluid intake, illness and some medications.
Therefore, it may be a temporary condition requiring a different
skin care regime until returning to its normal condition.
Dry skin tends to be dehydrated. Lack of natural sebum diminishes
its ability to retain moisture, since oil in the skin acts as a
natural barrier against moisture loss.
When you skin is dry, your pores are almost invisible. Your skin
tends to wrinkle easily and superficial lines are prevalent.
Facial treatments and a home maintenance regime specifically designed
to suit your individual needs will help stimulate the sebaceous
glands and normalize the production of sebum.
Normalizing (balancing) the skin is the key to healthy, radiant
skin. This involves more than simply using heavy creams to protect
against moisture loss. In fact, using oils or creams that are too
heavy for your skin may actually inhibit the production of sebum,
making the problem worse.
Dry skin needs special care from cleansing, toning and moisturizing
right through to night care and treatments for areas requiring special
attention. And, though you may categorize your skin as “Dry or Normal/Dry”,
is in fact unique- and should be nurtured and nourished accordingly.
What is the best way to care for Dry skin?
Your skin care routine should support and enhance your skin’s natural
functions… And it should be pure, natural and chemical-free. At
Wellness Springs we know how important it is that you have a personalized
skin care program tailored to your skin’s specific needs… a total
care program designed to give you healthy, radiant skin regardless
of age, skin condition or climate. Our aestheticians are specially
trained to evaluate your skin, make a prescription and teach you
how to use the products and begin a successful home skin care program.
For those interested in ordering through our shopping cart, here
is a general prescription for dry skin:
In the morning, your skin needs…
• Deep Cleansing
:: Chamomile/Rose
:: Lavender/Lavandin
:: AHC Face Wash Cream
• Toning & Hydrating
:: Pure Rosewater Freshener
• Hydrating & Firming
::Herbal Recovery Gel
::Neck Serum
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
• Moisturizing & Protecting
:: Wrinkle Softener Beauty Cream
:: Day Care Face Cream
In the evening, your skin needs…
• Surface Cleaning
:: Cleansing Lotion
• Deep Cleansing
:: Chamomile/Rose or Lavender/Lavandin
:: AHC Face Wash Cream
• Balancing and Nourishing
:: MD Herbal Recovery Mist
• Hydrating and Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Wrinkle Softener Beauty Cream
:: Neck Serum
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel or Wrinkle Softener Beauty Cream
In addition to your regular cleansing and hydration routine, your
skin also needs…
• A nurturing mask once or twice weekly
• A deep cleansing facial every 4-6 weeks
• Internal hydration – drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Adequate rest, relaxation and exercise
• A well balanced diet
What are clogged pores and blackheads?
Clogged pores appear as tiny skin colored or reddish bumps on the
skin. Pores become blocked with dead cells that mix with sebum and
forma soft “plug” that blocks the sebum released from the sebaceous
glands. This then swells inside the pore duct and creates a small
bump on the surface. Your skin feels rough and uneven.
Blackheads are clogged pores that continue to enlarge. The black
color is due to pigments darkening when exposed to light (oxidation).
Clogged pores and blackheads are usually associated with oily skin
– but may sometimes occur with other skin conditions. Excessive
blackheads may occur during times of hormonal changes (i.e. during
puberty or later in life). Treatment is the same in all cases.
How can I prevent and treat clogged pores and blackheads?
The first VITAL step in preventing clogged pores and blackheads
is Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation. It is important to use a specialized
deep cleanser that will absorb toxins and impurities, while it balances
your skin’s sebum production and gently exfoliates. Best results
are achieved with pre-soaking the pores and impurities to soften
them, enhancing the deep cleansing process.
Enhance the benefits of your twice daily deep cleansing and exfoliating
regime with a twice-weekly facial steam bath and mask routine. The
first step detoxifies as it open and softens the pores – allowing
the mask to work it’s best. Use a deep cleansing, purifying mask
to activate circulation as it absorbs toxins, waste and excess oils
in your skin.
This deep cleansing and purifying regime, followed by a gentle alcohol-free
toner and chemical-free hydrating gel is all you need to treat clogged
pores and blackheads.
Avoid using facial “scrubs”, harsh cleansers and strong astringent
toners – they actually damage your skin and also stimulate excessive
sebum production, which is the primary cause of clogged pores and
blackheads. It is also important not to squeeze blackheads, as it
damages the pores.
Our aestheticians are specially trained to evaluate your skin, make
a prescription and teach you how to use the products and begin a
successful home skin care program.
For those interested in ordering through our shopping cart, here
is a general prescription for clogged pores & blackheads:
In the morning, your skin needs…
• Deep Cleansing
:: Lemon/Lime AHC or Rosemary/Sage
:: AHC Face Wash Cream
• Toning & Hydrating
:: Day Care Conditioner or Lemon Floral Water
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
• Moisturizing & Protecting
:: Day Care Face Lotion
:: Neck Serum
:: Lip Care Balm
In the evening, your skin needs…
• Surface Cleaning
:: Cleansing Lotion (if you wear makeup)
:: Foaming Facial Cleanser
• Deep Cleansing
:: Lemon/Lime AHC
:: Rosemary/Sage
:: AHC Face Wash Cream
• Balancing and Nourishing
::OP Herbal Recovery Mist
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
• Extra Hydrating and Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Neck Serum
:: Lip Care Balm
In addition to your regular cleansing and hydration routine, your
skin also needs…
• Facial Steam Bath Concentrate followed by Moor Purifying Mask
twice weekly
• A deep cleansing facial every 4-6 weeks
• Internal hydration – drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Adequate rest, relaxation and exercise
• A well balanced diet that is NOT high in fats and oils
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What is the best treatment for acne?
Success in treating your acne depends upon correctly identifying
the specific type of acne you’re dealing with. There are four different
kinds of acne:
• Acne Vulgaris
• Oily Infected Acne
• Inflamed Acne
• Acne Rosacea
At Wellness Springs, we use an exclusive line of skin care products
by Jurlique. These pure, natural skin care products can gently and
effectively deal with the different causes and symptoms of each
type of acne and help you maintain healthier, more radiant skin.
What is Acne Vulgaris?
This condition is recognized by infected pustules, oily skin, blackheads
and clogged pores. It is the result of androgen hormones, excessive
cellular keratinization, oil production and the bacteria Propionibacterium
acnes (P acnes).
Other factors that aggravate this type of acne are:
• Improper skin care
• Hormonal imbalances
• Food allergies and sensitivities
• Lack of vitamins (especially vitamin A)
• Insufficient acidity in the skin
• Climatic conditions (especially heat and humidity)
• Improper diet
• Stress
• Picking at the “spots”
Some of these factors are easily avoided and simply require awareness,
willpower and commitment on your part. However, some are more complex
and require professional assistance.
For example, many people with Acne Vulgaris are tempted to use harsh
chemical antiseptic washes, lotions and creams in the hope that
they will make their skin less oily and, therefore, clear up their
acne. Unfortunately, the resultant excessive “drying” of the skin,
often accompanied by “scrubbing”, actually hardens the skin and
stimulates the glands to produce even more sebum (oil), making the
condition worse. The secret is to normalize your skin’s sebum production.
That is why it is critical that you have a tailor-made gentle and
nurturing skin care routine to meet your own specific needs, instead
of using mass-produced products that strip and irritate and either
make the original condition worse- or create a new problem. Normalizing
(balancing) the skin is the key to healthy radiant skin. The appropriate
selection of inner health products (nutritional support) will also
help you treat your skin condition from the inside.
What is Oily Infected Acne?
During adolescence, hormonal changes cause an increase in the production
of sebum from the sebaceous glands. Dead skin cells mix with oil
and form a blockage in the pores. This leads to the formation of
a blackhead or, if the pores ruptures, a pustule. This acne occurs
on the oily parts of your face, chest and back.
While the basic treatment of Oily Infected Acne is much the same
as for Acne Vulgaris, this kind of acne is solely caused by excessive
oiliness due to hormonal changes, and treatment is less complex
without having to take into account a wide variety of possible causes.
As for Acne Vulgaris, it is important to obtain a personalized Skin
Care Prescription tailored to your individual needs- and avoid using
strong topical chemical antiseptic washes, lotions, and creams (they
may dry out the pimple, but they also leave the surrounding skin
dry and irritated). Squeezing your pimples can cause delayed healing
and scarring, as the pore becomes damaged.
What is Inflamed Acne?
Unlike the adolescent Oily Infected Acne, the causes of this “adult”
acne are internal – your skin is not necessarily oily and pimples
are often in non-oily regions of your face. This condition develops
in the skin tissues and is related to lymphatic circulation.
Lymph transports cellular wastes and toxins and, when lymph becomes
congested along the jaw line and neck, lesions develop. The lesions
often start as itchy skin-colored lumps and develop into larger
pustules. These lesions are a form of detoxification through the
skin, rather than through the internal organs of detoxification
and elimination. It is, therefore, essential that you treat Inflamed
Acne internally as well as topically. Changing hormone levels (i.e.
before menstruation), emotional stress and poor diet all affect
this condition.
Your Inflamed Acne is best treated by using calming, soothing creams
and mists, regular purifying masks and enhancing your internal detoxification
and elimination mechanisms by drinking 8 glasses of water daily,
taking Colloidal Minerals, OPC Antioxidant Capsules and other key
nutrients.
What is Acne Rosacea?
This condition occurs in adults and has no connection with Acne
Vulgaris. It is a chronic inflammatory condition of the facial skin
– characterized by redness across the nose, cheeks, chin and forehead,
visibly damaged blood vessels and small red inflammatory pustule
and thickened lumpy skin texture.
Rosacea develops gradually as mild episodes of facial blushing or
flushing which, over time, may lead to a permanent red face.
Rosacea is often caused by digestive disorders – such as constipation
and hyperacidity – or by any condition which brings about a persistent
flushing of the blood vessels of the face (e.g. menopause, high
blood pressure, gastric ulcers, sinus infections or certain drugs).
Sometimes a person’s occupation can contribute to the condition
(i.e. chefs, laundry workers, etc. whose environments are constantly
hot).
Rosacea can be aggravated by coffee, tea, highly seasoned and spicy
foods and alcohol.
You should see your health care professional to find the underlined
cause of your Acne Rosacea. It’s closely related to (and often mistaken
for) Seborrheic Dermatitis. The two conditions often occur together
and professional diagnosis is essential to ensure that you are treating
the right condition/s.
What causes dehydrated skin?
Dehydration may be a temporary condition, varying from season to
season, caused by environmental factors. It may also be caused by
excessive perspiration, lack of sufficient sebum to prevent evaporation
of natural moisture, poor metabolism and/or insufficient water intake.
Other factors that cause or aggravate dehydration include:
• Atmospheric conditions including too much sun and /or wind
• Not using sun screens and /or daytime protective moisturizers
• Using inappropriate skin care products
• Chlorinated pool water
• Harsh soaps
• Tea, coffee and diuretics
• Smoking
• Some medical conditions (i.e. kidney, diabetes) and medications
• Prolonged hot baths
Oily skin can become dehydrated too. It is very easy for dry skin
to become dehydrated – because thin skin has difficulty retaining
inner moisture. People with dry skin are very aware of their problem
and usually take great care to moisturize and protect their skin
against the elements.
What many people do not realize is that oily skin may also become
dehydrated for a variety of reasons. And, because people with oily
skin use lighter moisturizers and are less concerned with problems
associated with moisture loss, they sometimes ignore the early signs
of dehydration and don’t take adequate measures to prevent it.
How can I prevent my skin from becoming dehydrated?
Whatever you skin type, it is imperative that you
• Use daytime protective moisturizers and sun screens – moisture
protection must provide a film that hold moisture in
• Drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Eliminate or limit your intake of tea and coffee
• Stop or limit smoking
• Avoid harsh soaps and astringents
Special care is essential whenever you are exposed to extreme climatic
conditions, such as snow skiing, sailing and or other water sports
– or any sport or hobby that involves regular or prolonged exposure
to the elements during summer or winter.
If outdoor activities are combined with great physical exertion
(i.e. cycling, triathlon, marathon, hiking, etc) the risk of skin
dehydration is even greater due to increased perspiration. Remember
to increase your fluid intake, re-apply sunscreen regularly and
use a hydrating Aroma Mist or Floral Water to keep your skin happy
and healthy.
It is also important to supplement a healthy diet with antioxidants,
omega-3 fish oils and To guard against damage by the free radicals,
which are created during strenuous exercise and also replace vital
minerals and trace elements lost through excessive perspiration.
It is possible to enjoy a very active life outdoors and have radiant
skin.
How can dehydrated skin be treated?
Our aestheticians are specially trained to evaluate your skin, make
a prescription and teach you how to use the products and begin a
successful home skin care program.
For those interested in ordering through our shopping cart, here
is a general prescription for dehydrated skin:
In addition to the products
• Pure Rosewater Freshener throughout the day and night
• Herbal Recovery Gel under your day moisturizer or Sun Lotion SPF
30+
• Eye Gel
• Neck Serum
• Day Care Face Lotion (if you have oily skin) or Wrinkle Softener
Beauty Cream or Day Care Face Cream
• MD Herbal Recovery Mist at night
In addition to your regular cleansing and hydration routine, your
skin also needs…
• A weekly mask using Deep Penetration Cream Mask
• Monthly OPC/Antioxidant Rejuvenating Facials
• OPC/Antioxidant Capsules and Colloidal Minerals
• Internal hydration – drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Adequate rest, relaxation and exercise
• A well-balanced diet
What is Psoriasis?
A condition that is often hereditary, and can also stem from emotional
and environmental contributors, Psoriasis affects more women than
men.
Psoriasis can be caused by a wide range of factors and is most often
characterized by bright red patches covered by silvery scales. This
type of Psoriasis may appear on your elbows, knees, or scalp, the
backs of your arms and legs, the palms of your hands and soles of
your feet. Stress often causes, or aggravates, acute attacks of
Psoriasis.
However, there are six different kinds of Psoriasis – with causes
as varied as a streptococcal sore throat, trauma to the epidermis
and dermis (such as a surgical scar) and drugs such as Beta-blockers,
lithium and anti-malarials. Palmopalntar Pustulosis Psoriasis, which
is most common in middle-aged females, seems to be associated with
cigarette smoking. Professional diagnosis is essential to ensure
appropriate management of your particular condition.
How can psoriasis be treated?
While some of the more serious forms of Psoriasis may require prescription-only
medication, there are some simple, natural treatments available
to help relieve the distressing symptoms and prevent or reduce outbreaks
of the more common forms.
Psoriasis is a complex condition involving body toxins breaking
out on the skin. It, therefore, requires both internal and external
treatment.
Internally
Externally
Salt is great for both healing and drying out toxins. A combination
of Hydrotherapy and body treatments using sea salt and home salt
baths – and/or swimming in salt water – is very helpful. Hydrotherapy
is also very relaxing, making it ideal to help reduce the stress
that is often a key contributor to Psoriasis outbreaks.
Calendula Cream should be applied twice daily to the area to assist
with calming the skin to relieve symptoms. Viola Cream has the same
effect – however its slightly stronger and better suited to the
body than the face.
Regular treatments with Hair and Scalp Revitalizer Balm and using
Chamomile Shampoo and Conditioner may be helpful in managing Psoriasis
outbreaks on your scalp.
The right blend of pure essential oils, aroma mists, herbal teas,
tranquil music and relaxation therapies such as massage, yoga and
meditation all help keep stress levels under control – which can
have a dramatic effect in the management of Psoriasis.
What is Eczema?
Eczema is a form of Dermatitis. It most commonly appears as an itchy,
red rash which may take the form of blotches, blisters or scaling
– or a combination of these. As many skin diseases cause similar
rashes, it is more important to have it properly diagnosed before
it can be treated effectively.
The most common type of eczema in children is atopic eczema (also
called atopic dermatitis), which is often associated with asthma
or hayfever. It is the result of a hypersensitive immune system
directly under the skin and commonly erupts on the face, neck, wrists,
ankles and behind the knees. Secondary infection created by scratching
the itchy rash is more serious than the rash itself. Fortunately,
this type of eczema is readily manageable and usually improves gradually
with age, with few continuing to have troublesome eczema into adulthood.
This is essentially a genetic (inherited) disorder – but there are
also many external factors that may influence eczema on a day-to-day
basis. As children will often show multiple positive reactions in
allergy tests, they are generally unhelpful. The pattern of allergic
reactions from one child to another is not consistent and may alter
as the child gets older. If, however, you notice that your child
obviously reacts to certain foods or environmental allergens, avoiding
these known irritants will assist with management of the condition.
Excluding food groups from a child’s diet should only be done under
supervision of a nutritionist, to prevent dietary deficiencies.
Adult eczema takes various forms:
• Seborrhoeic Dermatitis – most often of face, scalp and back
• Discoid eczema – coin-shaped lesions on limbs
• Venous eczema – associated with venous disease – lower legs
• Hand dermatitis – often caused by repeated exposure to irritants
• Asteatotoc eczema – most common on the limbs of the elderly
• Neurodermatitis – caused by a habitual rubbing or scratching
• Lichen striatus – a rare linear eczema in adolescents affecting
limbs
How can eczema be treated?
Adult eczema is most often a form of Contact Dermatitis, resulting
form contact with common allergens. Elimination and avoidance of
known allergens and irritants is useful in managing Adult Eczema
– and patch testing often helps identify the trigger. Fortunately,
most eczema is fairly simple to manage. It can usually be treated
effectively and kept in check using a simple skin care regime that
includes emollients, to moisturize and soften the skin (i.e. baths
containing bath oil once or twice daily, soap-free shower gels and
body washes and a moisturizer applied liberally to areas of dry
skin, at least twice daily. This regime will restore the skin’s
elasticity and suppleness and help reduce itching and scratching.
Emollients are safe and should be used frequently, as first-line
treatment, rather than medicinal or steroidal remedies. Over many
years, customers have reported finding these Jurlique products helpful
in managing their eczema:
• Tranquility Bath Oil
• Chamomile/Rose Aromatic Hydrating Concentrate
• Rose Shower Gel
• Pure Rose Body Oil
• Day Care Face Oil
• Calendula Cream
• Viola Cream
• Baby’s Calming Bath Oil (for infants and young children)
• Baby’s Soothing Cream (for infants)
What is Pigmentation?
Pigmentation problems result from an uneven distribution of melanin
over the skin surface.
What are the usual causes of Pigmentation?
• Pigment accumulation - resulting in “age spots”
• Uneven melanin production as a result of hormonal imbalances resulting
from pregnancy, birth control pills or menopause
• Surface irritation of the skin such as acne conditions
• Excessive sun exposure
Skin pigmentation must not be mistaken for melanomas or other malignant
skin conditions (e.g. warts). Observe changes in pigmentation and
consult a qualified practitioner for diagnosis.
How can pigmentation be treated?
In addition for the products chosen to suit your skin condition,
you need to apply:
• Elder Cream – twice daily to the affected areas
• Sun Cream SPF 30 + and/or Sun Lotion 30 +, before any sun exposure
• Regular facials which incorporate the specialized pigmentation
treatment
• Protect your skin from the sun whenever possible, by wearing a
hat, long sleeves, high collar, etc.
What is Couperose?
Couperose is temporary or chronic redness appearing on your face.
It appears as small dilated red blood vessels on your cheeks, around
your nose and sometimes on your chin – and occurs primarily as a
result of poor elasticity of the capillary wall.
When the capillary wall is not sufficiently elastic, it may not
contract back to its original size after expanding with increased
blood flow caused by blushing, excessive heat or other stimuli.
The result is a distended capillary holding blood within its structure,
giving the appearance of diffuse or local redness.
How can couperose skin best be treated?
• Using calming, soothing creams, strengthening surface capillaries,
protecting your skin from sun damage
• Avoiding activities, situations and products that aggravate the
condition, such as…
- Excessively hot or cold water
- Saunas and very hot climates
- Eating hot, spicy foods
- Alcohol
- Retin A preparations
- Facial bleaching
- Hydroquinone
- Harsh exfoliants
- Topical acne treatments containing benzyl peroxide
Your skin care routine should support and enhance your skin’s natural
functions… And it should be pure, natural and chemical-free. At
Wellness Springs we know how important it is that you have a personalized
skin care program tailored to your skin’s specific needs… a total
care program designed to give you healthy, radiant skin regardless
of age, skin condition or climate. Our aestheticians are specially
trained to evaluate your skin, make a prescription and teach you
how to use the products and begin a successful home skin care program.
For those interested in ordering through our shopping cart, here
is a general prescription for couperose skin:
In the morning, your skin needs…
• Deep Cleansing Chamomile/Rose AHC Face Wash Cream
• Toning & Hydrating Chamomile Floral Water Herbal Recovery Gel
• Eye Care Eye Gel
• Moisturizing & Protecting Wrinkle Softener Beauty Cream or Calendula
Cream
In the evening, your skin needs…
• Deep Cleansing
:: OPC Make-up remover
:: Ultra-Sensitive Make-up Remover
:: Chamomile/Rose AHC Face Wash Cream
• Balancing and Nourishing
:: DS Herbal Recovery Mist
• Eye Care
:: Eye Gel
• Extra Hydration and Firming
:: Herbal Recovery Gel
:: Neck Serum
In addition to your regular cleansing and hydration routine, your
skin also needs…
• A weekly mask using Deep Penetrating Cream Mask or Ultra-Sensitive
Nurturing Mask
• Aromatherapy facials for sensitive skin every 4-6 weeks
• Internal hydration – drink 8 glasses of water daily
• Adequate rest, relaxation and exercise
• A well balanced diet |
