Sensitive/Fragile/Chemically Sensitive Skin

Symptoms

- Highly reactive to topical products and cosmetics
- Itching and burning sensation
- May occur with any skin type
- Red, blotchy and/or irritated appearance
- May be crusty or scaly
- Easily becomes flushed

Underlying Issues

1. Environmental Stressors
2. Allergy Prone/Food Allergies
3. Menopause
4. Chemical Sensitivities
5. Radiation and Chemotherapy
6. Climatic changes, pollution levels, overexposure to sun, wind and extreme temperatures
7. Reaction to alcohol or over stimulation

About Rosacea and Dermatitis

Women are more often affected by Rosacea than men. The condition tends to appear between the ages of 25-55 in those who often experience very sensitive skin. This can make it difficult to use typical over the counter treatments for breakouts, which often accompany this condition because of the dryness and irritation they cause. 

Clients with Rosacea also suffer from heightened skin sensitivity and may also find even the simplest task such as cleansing to be an ordeal. There are many prescription medicated cleansers on the market that contain antibiotics or sulfa to help kill yeast and mites known as Demodex that can drive rosacea outbreaks.

Unfortunately, as effective as these treatments can be, they can also increase skin dryness, redness, flaking and sensitivity. 

In order for treatment to be effective, it must ideally address the entire spectrum of rosacea issues, not be limited to blemishes only. 

This seems to be the limitation of most medical approaches to rosacea. Certainly clearing the skin of acne is a fundamental therapeutic concern, but many times treatment can inadvertently aggravate those other skin complaints.

Learn More by reading the Article: Rosacea: “Understanding Inflammation and the pH Connection” 

Holistic Healing Strategies

1. Avoid irritating chemicals in cosmetics and skin care products
2. Improve diet and detoxify the system to reduce inflammation
3. Increase Essential Fatty Acids in the Diet
4. Nutritionally support the adrenal glands –stressed adrenals lead to inflammation and can make this situation worse. B Complex Vitamins are essential.
5. Avoid hot, spicy foods and alcohol consumption - they cause the skin to flush.
6. Milk Thistle (an herbal supplement) helps to strengthen the liver and may assist the body’s ability to eliminate toxins that can cause many skin sensitivities.
7. Emotional Stress, seems to complicate this condition…meditate, get plenty of rest and add B-Complex vitamins, Zinc and Evening Primrose Oil to you daily supplements.  This will support the nervous system and help reduce inflammation.
8. Avoid hot or cold temperature extremes
9. Improve digestion: add enzymes to help prevent blood acidity which leads to inflammation.
10. This condition seems resistant to many conventional medical treatments; however, the latest research has shown a significant connection between the role of free radical formation, pH imbalance and Rosacea.
11. The addition of antioxidants such as Grape Seed Extract, Quercetin, SOD, Glutathione and Alpha Lipoic Acid (to name just a few) to the treatment protocol will help reduce cellular damage and reduce the inflammatory response as well.

Our Solution

How it Works:

It is important to separate skin sensitivities from allergic reactions to particular substances. Allergic reactions may occur with all skin types. The symptoms can vary widely and are often difficult to diagnose.

Sensitive skin is due to a genetic predisposition or may be sensitized due to harsh treatment/products.  In addition, there are a number of conditions such as eczema, psoriaisis, dermatitis and rosacea that come with frustrating symptoms such as redness, itching, inflammation and scaly, flaky skin that make effective, daily skin care extremely difficult.  Extreme sensitivity to chemicals and synthetic ingredients can make these symptoms worse.

Sunshine Botanicals “Skin Survival Pack” is an ideal option. It combines highly effective herbal extracts known for their calming and healing abilities, powerful antioxidants to help repair environmental damage and essential fatty acids to nourish and restore fragile tissues.  In addition, we have included Oil of Cajeput and Pau d’ Arco (herbal extracts known to kill yeast on the skin) with an incredibly gentle, soap-free formulation that soothes and gently cleanses the skin. 

A complex of gentle, calming botanicals and powerful antioxidants, including Grape seed extract and St. Johns Wort, provide balance; reduce skin inflammation, calm and protect challenged skin while providing a gentle and protective shield against damaging free radicals. Ingredients include licorice root, burdock, honey, and lavender that work synergistically to restore damaged skin.  Essential fatty acids replenish the skins natural lipid barrier and lemon balm provides natural, anti-viral benefits.   

This simple system deeply cleanses, balances and helps heal red, irritated tissues while strengthening the skins natural defenses. 

This system will balance and restore the skins pH so the skin is able to heal and renew. Ideal for all skin types. Very balancing.… essentially appropriate for everyone!

1. Gently cleanses and detoxifies the skin
2. Stops itching and burning
3. Calms and soothes irritated tissues
4. Nourishes, hydrates and softens skin
5. Helps reduce crusty, scaly skin

The Program:

Morning and Evening

1. Raise the Bar Sensitive Skin Cleansing Bar
Create a rich lather to gently cleanse the skin. Rinse well and lightly pat dry.

2. Critical Care Holistic Healing Mist
Mist the skin well for cooling and soothing benefits.

3. Rescue Rapid Repair Serum + Dermalixir Nourishing Extract
Mix together equal parts Rescue and Dermalixir in the palm of your hand, then apply evenly to face, neck and eye area. Mixture may be adjusted to your individual needs.

Treatment Tip

For eczema and psoriasis symptoms, you may add Sol Essence Moisture Infusion for more intensive skin correction. 

Simply add 2-3 drops of this Infusion to the previous mixture, blend all ingredients together, and then apply evenly to the skin.  

Healing Treatment Option 

Rescue Rapid Repair Serum may be applied alone, if a light, cooling gel feel is preferred on occasion.  You can either mix equal parts of Rescue and Derma-lixir together before applying to the skin, or you can layer them – one on top of the other. 

The feel is very different and some prefer this method.   The choice is yours. Only 3-4 drops of Derma-lixir are necessary…it penetrates well if not overused.  One popular application technique is this - after your skin is misted with the Critical Care Holistic Healing Mist,  blend 3-4 drops of Dermalixir into the skin well.

Then apply Rescue Rapid Repair Serum generously and blend evenly into the skin and eye area. Either application option works well and delivers results, personal preference is the key here!

Sun Protection

Sun protection is extremely important for anyone with rosacea.  Sunshine Botanicals Total Eclipse Mineral Sun Block is a non irritating, chemical free sun protector that includes natural earth minerals that will both protect the skin and help diffuse redness.

Perfect under make-up, this antioxidant rich sun protector leaves a soft, oil free matte-finish on the skin.  Feels weightless! 

Where do I purchase these products?

Go to the Shop Online section of this site. Everything is right here waiting for you. CLICK HERE

For other skin conditions, please see :

• Acne/Oily/Problem
• Adult Acne - Hormones in Chaos?
• Holistic Anti-Aging
• Sensitive/Fragile/Chemically Sensitive
• Women of Color
• Body Care
• Just for Men

Disclaimer:
The information presented herein by Sunshine Botanicals is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.