Rosacea
If your face starts to turn red and develop bumps whenever the seasons change or in extreme cold or heat, you should be careful. It might not just be sensitive skin or acne; it could very well be a warning sign of rosacea!
Introduction
Rosacea, also known as acne rosacea, is a common disfiguring skin condition. It mainly affects the facial skin, such as the cheeks, nose, and eyes. The “rosacea” in rosacea and the “acne” in acne rosacea both refer to the special color of this skin condition. Its color is not the usual red; mild cases are pinkish, while severe cases are “reddish-purple.”
Causes
The causes of rosacea are complex and involve multiple factors, including:
- Skin barrier dysfunction: Inflammatory damage from the disease itself, environmental factors, and improper use of topical medications or skincare products.
- Microbial imbalance: Microorganisms like Demodex folliculorum and Propionibacterium acnes are involved in the disease process.
- Abnormal neurovascular regulation: Physical or chemical factors from the environment trigger neurogenic inflammation, leading to dysregulation of vascular dilation and constriction.
- Genetic factors: There is clustering within families of patients, and related genes include HLA-DRA and BTNL2.
- Abnormal innate immune function: Increased levels of Toll-like receptor 2 (TLR2) and various immune cells.
- Other factors: Temperature changes, dietary habits, fluctuations in hormone levels, etc.
Affect groups
Rosacea mainly affects adults between the ages of 30 and 50, with a prevalence of up to 2%-10%. Women are more commonly affected than men. However, men typically have more severe symptoms, especially skin thickening and rhinophyma.
Symptoms
● The main symptoms of rosacea include:
Facial flushing: Temporary redness in the central face, exacerbated by temperature changes or spicy foods.
Persistent erythema: Persistent redness, usually located on the cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin.
Papules and pustules: Acne-like papules and pustules that do not form comedones.
Telangiectasia: Fine red blood vessel networks, especially visible on the nose and cheeks.
Skin thickening and roughness: Thickened and rough skin on the nose, known as rhinophyma.
Ocular symptoms: Dry, red, itchy, burning, or gritty eyes, with possible eyelid inflammation in severe cases.
● Minor symptoms include skin sensitivity, swelling, dryness, and eye manifestations such as eyelid papules, telangiectasia, and conjunctival hyperemia.
Treatment
Although rosacea is currently difficult to cure, appropriate treatment and care can effectively control symptoms and reduce recurrence.
As a chronic disease with a long treatment cycle, rosacea requires regular follow-ups and consultations with doctors. Treatment plans vary at different stages.
A. Stellar M22
What is Stellar M22:
The Stellar M22, launched by Lumenis in 2020, is the latest upgraded version of the Stellar IPL, featuring IPL (OPT) intense pulsed light and non-ablative fractional laser functions. With four handpieces, it offers over 600 treatment modes and can treat more than 30 skin issues.
How does Stellar M22 work:
Using core OPT perfect pulse technology and the world’s only true non-ablative fractional technology RESURFX, it can penetrate deeply into the skin, selectively targeting skin pigments or blood vessels, breaking down pigmentation, closing abnormal red blood vessels, and coagulating vessels without damaging normal skin. The light also stimulates collagen production, improving pores and making the skin delicate, youthful, and radiant.
Procedure:
1. VISIA examination: Access skin condition or existing skin problems with assistance of data analysis and picture analysis.
2. Face-to-face consultation: Provide treatment plan based on client’s needs and goals.
3. Pre-treatment preparation: Clean and disinfect the treatment areas. Put on safety goggles and apply treatment gel.
4. Treatment: Full face treatment, repeat steps at servere areas.
5. Post-treatment: Remove the gel, clean the face and apply a medical grade repair mask to calm the face.
6. Post-treatment caring.
Duration: 60 mins
Who is it for:
- People with pigmentation such as freckles, sunspots, and age spots;
- People with photoaging skin:
- People with vascular stains;
- People with light conditions of pigmentation. People with red blood streaks and redness on the skin;
- People who want to have the results of pigment elimination and skin whitening at the same time;
Ai Beauty Stellar M22 Treatment:
The Stellar M22 is currently the best on the market. As the strategic partner of Lumenis in the UK, AI BEAUTY CLINIC is authorized to be the designated medical aesthetic institution for the Stellar M22.
Read MoreB. Harmony XL Pro
What is Harmony XL Pro:
The Black Gold DPL (Dye Pulsed Light) is the sixth-generation light technology developed by Alma Lasers, sold in over 100 countries and used by more than 2,200 physicians. It is FDA and CFDA approved, applicable to 72 skin conditions, making it a cutting-edge medical skincare device.
How does it work:
Black Gold DPL, also known as narrow-spectrum light, is a 100-nanometer-wide light wave. Using “precise light,” it can quickly and thoroughly eliminate black and red blemishes, target diseased blood vessels, restore skin elasticity, and improve capillary expansion issues. Ensuring efficacy and safety, the Black Gold DPL addresses the “pain” point of photon therapy by enhancing comfort significantly.
Procedure:
1. VISIA examination: Access skin condition or existing skin problems with assistance of data analysis and picture analysis.
2. Face-to-face consultation: Provide treatment plan based on client’s needs and goals.
3. Pre-treatment preparation: Clean and disinfect the treatment areas. Put on safety goggles and apply treatment gel.
4. Treatment: Full face treatment, repeat steps at servere areas.
5. Post-treatment: Remove the gel, clean the face and apply a medical grade repair mask to calm the face.
6. Post-treatment caring.
Duration: 60 mins
Who is it for:
- People with pigmentation such as freckles, sunspots, and age spots;
- People with photoaging skin:
- People with vascular stains;
- People with light conditions of pigmentation. People with red blood streaks and redness on the skin;
- People who want to have the results of pigment elimination and skin whitening at the same time;
Ai Beauty Harmony XL Pro Treatment:
With an upgraded “100-nanometer ultra-narrow band” pulsed light, precise skincare, and significantly improved comfort, it shortens treatment cycles and is praised as the “Hermès” of photon skin rejuvenation.
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