I was diagnosed with Acute Acid Reflux many years ago. Just as you described; trouble swallowing, a constant pressure on my upper chest, a f... nightmare. I had to sleep with 3 pillows propped up on my back bc I would wake up in middle of night feeling as I was choking on my own saliva. After having the exams you mentioned, going to a referred nutritionist, etc. (exhausting) It was directly relayed to high stress levels. If you'd be interested, Yoga and meditation helped and continues to help for my stress/anxiety. Taking more time for yourself, with your pups, anything that brings you serenity . Wishing you continued recovery. It takes some time, but you'll find yourself feeling betterment whilst practicing gentle self-care. 🤗
WOW all of this is what I deal with as well! The GERD, IBS, rosaecea, and stress! It is like you are describing the last several years of my life! Taking an anti-spasmodic has helped me so so much but watching what I eat, trying to consistently exercise, and prioritizing stress relief makes all of it much more manageable. I understand your struggle and how hard it is to explain to others!
I also have the Dermalux flex and it is everything!! The blue, red and NIR are just wavelengths of light that penetrate to different depths in the skin and at those depths they affect different processes….so NIR is great bc it’s anti-inflammatory and also promotes collagen production (a two for one for you since rosacea is an inflammatory condition). Your skin looks beautiful, love that it’s working for you! Look at Sensate. It can help with stress. It looks dumb but it actually helps de-stress. ♥️
I’ve been red since I was a kid. My doctor said it’s not rosacea, but it’s something I’m self aware of. I’ve been waiting for this video my whole life!!
Hey darling, first thing to say is I love you and your videos. I have been suffering form IBS-C for many years - and I mean suffering, to the extent that it's greatly influenced and impacted my life. I SO appreciate that you brought this up, since there's generally such a stigma around GI issues. I've done so many tests over the course of my life for this. Most recently I got an anorectal manometry test that's supposed to inform what kind of physical therapy I should do to solve the issue - if you find that you've hit a wall with treating your IBS, please push for this test. It took 7 years for someone to refer me for it, and the nurse has told me so many patients have found relief in only a year or so of targeted physical therapy. Anyway, wishing you the best, and welcome to the "hot girls with tummy issues" club ♥
This is a really vulnerable video for you to have posted, thank you for being so honest with us! If you ever need to take some time off, I am promise we' won't go anywhere! That goes for your brother too 😊 xx
I always have Avene Thermal spray with me and whenever I get stressful meeting that definitely will make my skin hot - I just layer it. And Rozex is my long term solution
we're so used to thinking about our bodies in separate cateotries, but really I belive it's all liknked; poor gut health is linked to poor mental health and vice versa, also linked to skin health, ... I'm lad that you've found what works for you, as that is the most difficult step - we're so individual that even identical twins aren't "the same person"!
Thank you for doing this video! It's nice seeing someone talk about rosacea who actually lives with it and can speak to the effectiveness of the products they've tried. I tried Mirvaso and, sadly, had bad rebound flushing beginning with the second time I used it and it only got worse with each application. Very hot flushing, much more intense redness, skin was very tender to the touch, and the flushing was happening during times that were very unusual for me. It took about 6 months for my skin to get back to normal (normal for me) after I stopped using it. I held onto it for about a year thinking I could keep it on hand for important events, but even after not using it for an extended period of time, my skin would start flushing shortly after application and would take several days to calm down. The first day I used it felt like a dream and I am still so disappointed it doesn't work for me.
My Omnilux redlight mask has been AMAZING for my Rosacea!!! I accidentally slacked off after about a year and believe me, it showed. It's definitely a commitment , but so worth it. I now use it 10 minutes every other day and it's the only expensive tool I would replace in a hot second if it went out! 😅
A few years ago I was diagnosed with IBS. I had extreme stomach pain, especially after eating and diarrhoea. Turns out it was gluten! But I had to exclude it 100% since even the smallest amount aggravates it. I’ve not had any stomach problems for 2 years now. Btw I have a similar thing with the throat - 10-20mins after eating I get a nasal drip. But I haven’t checked it out yet since it’s not that much of a problem.
near infrared light is further past red light and it like 800+ nm in depth into the skin, its really good for stimulating deep collagen synthesis. also im pretty sure the colors and effects really are that simple. like blue light targets the acne causing bacteria and red light is more used for anti-aging from what ive read. ive always wanted to get one but they literally cost an arm and a leg to buy. 😭😭🤍🖤
For those who are curious, the different color lights are different wavelengths of light. Light moves in waves, kind of like waves in the ocean. This isn't a perfect scientific analogy, but to give you an idea to imagine. Like waves in the ocean, there are big waves and small waves. The different colors of light appear when the waves are at certain lengths. Near infrared wavelengths are between 750-1300 nanometers (nm). Red light is 630-750 nm. Blue light is 450-490 nm.
Happy Sunday, James! When you and Robert mentioned the LED mask on your podcast, I envisioned a little mask, but this is like a serious device. Thank you for sharing your personal skincare and health journey. 💓💜💓💜💓💜💓💜
Oh wow I get that throat thing too. Sometimes it feels like you can't swallow & i get anxious. I also have Gerd & rosacea. My problem at 57 is also hormones. I have a flare up of pustule rosacea & on a course of doxycyline. Thanks for sharing your journey ❤
Hi there! Thanks for sharing your experience. Similar thing happened to me .... significant GERD developed and took PPIs (no longer than 4-6 months) then rosacea appeared (ocular and facial). I stopped using the PPIs (immediately when the dry eye started). I now use Pepcid occasionally (3 times per month or so). the Pepcid AC gives me a break from the strict dietary regimen I follow and it also gives me a breather when I visit with others and want to eat "off-diet" (higher fat) foods. Ocular rosacea is terrible. It's caused evaporative dry eye disease and meibomian gland dysfunction. I had not considered a link to gut flora, but I will give this some thought. I tried to supplement with probiotics initially, but discontinued after 1-2 doses because my mood was negatively impacted. I've learned (about a year or so later) that I was very vitamin D deficient. Supplementing vitamin D has created very good impact on sleep, energy levels, and general sense of well-being. Now with vitamin D on board, I'm going to return to the rosacea literature with some vigour. [PS. I have found some older articles on rosacea that describe the 'mediators' of flushing - they include tyramine, histamine, sulfites, nitrities, MSG, capsaicin, and aldehydes. In particular, fermented foods contain many of these compounds - so it was interesting to hear about people consuming fermented foods to help rosacea. I guess they are not affected by fermented foods. I noted that my GERD was impacted by fermented foods, which is interesting because GI literature does not highlight this.] Cheers.
I have rosacea and IBS, and I relate to so much of this! I love your channel! It's super helpful to know if products irritate your skin, because I've wasted so much money on products that turn me beet red and have to go straight in the garbage.
I have the Celluma Pro and swear by it for rosacea. I have problems with pain and inflammation in my body and joints and it’s has helped immensely. So worth the price tag.
Before seeing this video I never actually realized I had rosacea! My cheeks have always been red with people constantly asking me if I’m hot because I always look flushed but honestly I just thought it was normal to always have a flushed face and never questioned it! What you said about it being gone and missing the flush resonated so much with me 😂 the first time I put on full coverage foundation and my face was devoid of that color I put on intense blush to look like I had life again lolol I also have chronic inflammation of the colon and gut so it was interesting to learn about how your flare ups seemed to go together!
Visible light is a small part of the electromagnetic spectrum. Violet is at the short wavelength end and red is the longer wavelength. Infra red is the next length, and we experience it as heat radiation. So near infra red would be the threshold between red and infrared wavelengths.
James, I think you're absolutely onto something. I have IBD and when I'm in a flare my skin is also at its worst. I went a few years of having my IBD fluctuate up and down and my inflammation levels go through the roof and you could def tell this through how my skin was also looking. I'm not sure what it is either. Is it stress, general inflammation in the body, the gut, who honestly knows. All I know is that I've definitely noticed a positive correlation for when my IBD is flared up, and when my skin is as well. Just wanted to put this out there so you know you're not crazy haha, I feel you.
You are speaking my language! I too have IBS, rosacea which is mostly flushing but also some spider veins around my nose, and flushing with alcohol! I got a red and nir panel from Mito (Pro 750) several years ago. I do 10 min a day with both red and nir and think it makes a big difference. I say that because I quit for awhile and within a few weeks I was getting very intense flushing, hotness, and even small raised areas that I thought were hives. I restarted red light and now I'm back in control or at least it's very manageable. I have to be very careful what I use on my face, I also concentrate on barrier repair. I do use tretinoin but have to stay at .20 and I'm fine with that. I do use The Ordinary Caffeine & EGCG serum before the led therapy because there is a small study that shows an increased benefit when green tea is applied to the treatment area. That serum also provides a good bit of hydration for me. Thank you for this video...I was not aware that nir was better than the red light. I'll switch my panel to nir only and experiment. As a fellow human who doesn't deal all that well with stress, know that I am thinking of you and hoping us both a magic stress elimination wand! Until then, we'll both be doing the best we can! ❤
This has motivated me to reuse that project e mask. As I have noticed instant results with that (well overnight) with acne with the blue light, or removal of excess grease on the face (blue light) and the red light is my fave too
I have rosacea...redness...all of the awful things...I HAVE to wear makeup to feel comfortable in my own skin 😫 and then the makeup makes it worse...so many different skincare products I've tried...it's SO HARD to find something that works. So this was super helpful!
Dear James, I know you talk about your skin flare ups and have touched on ibs in conversation but I had no idea it was so bad. It sounds awful so I want to send a cyber hug and say that you really are doing so well with the job you have I'm sure I'm not the only subscriber here to say we love you lots and really appreciate all your hard work xxx Roberts alright too I guess 😉 😁
I don't have rosacea, but with any sudden changes in the skin, I've found it really helpful to speak to a Doctor first before going into, "OMG I must now buy all new skincare products' panic mode. A few months ago I started developing cholinergic urticaria due to hormone fluctuations, which basically means if I'm having a really bad day with hot flashes, or the weather is really warm, or I have my shower/bath water too hot, then my skin can turn bright, stinging, red and breaks out in hives. When it first started happening I was like, "Oh no, please don't tell me I've now become reactive to the products I bought specifically because I wasn't reactive to them", but a quick chat with my Doctor and I at least had an explanation that didn't have to involve me restocking my entire skincare cabinet (small as that is). Just personally my go to rule now on whether or not a product might be causing reactivity vs something else is, if the irritation etc occurs within the first 30 minutes or less of applying a product then it's more likely to be a reaction, but if it's happening at random times throughout the day (either hours after a product has been applied, or when no product has been applied) then it's more likely to be another cause and a check in with a Doctor is best advised. When I do get attacks of cholinergic urticaria I will tend to reach for a product I use that has Balm of Gilead in it. I've not been able to find any legitimate research on skin benefits of Balm of Gilead, but just from personal use/experience I do find it really soothes my skin and at least helps tone down some of the redness (although it doesn't make it go instantly go away completely).
I have IBS-M, and my dr just sent me a letter to do a virtual event about IBS and do a Q&A after. I'm actually excited, I could really use some relief. I have lots of medical problems, and ive been on the GERD diet for over a year. I'm on the GERD diet because I have a hiatal hernia, and it hasn't gotten any better, it's actually gotten a lot worse, so I might just do the surgery for it. I had 2 surgeries last year, and 15 in general cuz of a different condition, so I didn't want to do the surgery, but I think I might just have to. 🤷♀️
The relation Gut/Rosacea is very real. I have an autoimmune desease that include gut/stomach issues and about one year after I was diagnosed I developed Rosacea. Before? Tret, acids, exfoliation with zero effect.
I just recently got prescribed Protopic for my face & it’s been a game changer! I thought I had rosacea for decades but recently was diagnosed that it was eczema (which makes sense I’ve also had body eczema my whole life). It’s an immunosuppressant cream instead of the usual steroid and works cumulatively- so after a month of every night I can only apply 2 times a week to maintain clear results. It’s been wonderful to finally get ahold of the painful and dry/tight/red patches on my face!
I can personally attest to the brimonidine (sp?) being an instant redness reducer; I use Lumify eyedrops with this exact ingredient and I noticed that any spilling over resulted in white lines on my angry red cheeks! It’s a miracle.
I have mild rosacea, but recently I was prescribed a steroid for root canal pain and it's majorly triggered it. After 24 hours my cheeks were bright red and warm.
I get rosacea and have acid reflux with gut issues (which I'm on omeprazole for) and I am currently on month 3 of my new skin routine. I get prescribed 15% azelaic acid gel which I use 3x per week and use the geek and gorgeous retinal 3x per week. So far I can see a minor improvement but I have been told to wait 6 months at least. I noticed the azelaic acid helped the most. I'm hoping my rosacea will get better soon. My routine isn't too complicated. I've tried to use fewer products lately. I noticed when I used products with too much niacinamide I would have flushes so I've had to change my cleansers. Fingers crossed it'll be better in a couple of months.
Hey from Germany =) I am also suffering from rosacea and always been struggling with gut health. Since maybe three years or so I find myself coughing all the time while not feeling or being sick. Now my mother was diagnosed with HIT and I realized she had some similar symptoms, like always a runny nose, skin issues and diarrhea. So I looked further into HIT and this makes so much sense to me. Histamin plays a big role in inflammatory processes and is linked to food but also to stress. By changing my diet and removing foods that contain lots of histamine or can trigger it, I am feeling so much better! Still struggling with my skin but it got better too. Maybe this can help you too.
I get red in the cheeks, sometimes for no reason, don't know if it's anything or just my skin being sensitive. Anyway, I have Crohn's and just from experience I can say that it is true that skin, the digestive system, and stress are all linked together. Whenever I'm stressed my symptoms get worse, which in turn makes me break out, sometimes a lot. The order can differ, but in the end I'm stuck with pain in my face and anywhere in my DS that my Crohn's decides to mess with. So, all in all I would say that eating well (and not eating trigger foods), sleeping well (meds, meditation, supliments, a lot of things can help), and taking time to de-stress (like exercising, hobbies, anything you like) are all very important for all of your organs including the skin (and brain!).
There is a strong brain gut connection. Stress can cause lots of health issues. I am finding that not only is red light therapy improving my skin, but gives me a sense of well being.
Throughout my childhood my cheeks would get red and hot a lot... as I grew older it pretty much entirely went away. Just over the last year or so though it's come back. I've had other skin problems in this time, a small flare up of psoriasis which I've never had before, hives, hair loss and a bunch of other problems that I attributed to stress..... it only occurred to me recently that the flushing could be rosacea thanks to James' experiences. I might go and get it properly checked out if it gets any worse. Unfortunately rosacea or not... I think it's safe to add it to my pile of stress symptoms.... moral of the story.... don't get stressed kids :D
I went to the ER thinking that my IBS was appendicitis…. My IBS , reflux, and rosacea are 1000% related to stress. Anxiety meds, getting treated for the adhd I didn’t know I had until I was 32, and cutting dairy had helped tremendously.
And no, I didn’t cut dairy Willy-nilly or because it’s trendy to be dairy free, I was lactose intolerant as a kid and my doctor suggested cutting it for a month and seeing if I felt better.
I went to a dermatologist that confirmed I had roseca. She put me on Epsolay prescription cream treatment. I 100/10 highly recommend to anyone in the US that can get a prescription. I'm at 10 out of 12 months and honestly the posted results are real. I still have some redness but now I can understand the difference between that and actual rosacea. My rosacea is gone and the redness is disappearing overtime with the rosacea being gone.
Thank you for sharing! I just recently learned that roseacea can be tied to gut health, and I too have IBS and roseacea. So this video was really helpful. I'm interested in trying the LED infrared light, but Def need something cheaper. The best product I've ever used was the 111skin y theorem repair serum. I got it as a sample in an ipsy bag and it was the best my skin has ever felt. Unfortunately the full size product is over 300 so no really super affordable either. I will be interested in trying the other products you recommended though :)
Having papulopustular rosacea myself, I’ve been using a treatment with Azelaic Acid, Metronidazole, & Ivermectin in it and it’s been doing wonders for my redness and acne-like breakouts. It’s a real struggle to find out what works for you specifically compared to others, so it’s nice to hear what you have tried.
Do you have to wear eye protectors with that led device? If so that is the reson why it works and others didn't. All the other device that do not include eye protectors are not good because it means the potence is very low.
Hi James! I have had the EXACT same symptoms as you for years! I couldn’t believe what I was hearing when you were listing them! My family get so mad when I’m clearing my throat every two minutes 😂 Do you have any recommendations diet wise? I’ve tried probiotic drinks but do you drink Kombucha or eat anything else that you find helps? 😘 Thank you so much! Lots of love!
Sounds like me. I've been doing it for 10+ years. It drives my husband nuts. My doctors say it's from GERD or my dust allergies, but I'm being treated for both.
It’s probably the lighting, but I as a person with bad rosacea, I feel like I’ve never seen any flare ups on your face 😅 also I’m jealous of people with rosacea that has flare ups because mine is always in a flare up, I never have “flare downs” 😂 Also, totally agree with when the redness is completely gone, my face looks flat. I use a green color corrector on my cheeks and when it works, I feel like my face loses its character
Thank you so much for this! I'm almost 40 and suddenly I get a bad rosacea flare as part of PMS hormones. It's all in the center of my face and it's so exhausting to explain what it is 😭
I don't know if anybody has explained this yet, if they have ignore my shittier version: you can't see infrared light. At most we precieve it as heat. Most likely the thinga-ma-jig uses a red light so that it has a visual effect and people don't think it's broke/not doing anything. But yeah.
I've seen your redness improve in every single video and wondered what it was! Rosacea and redness are very different things for me plus there's no way I can afford that (do you just write it off as a business expense?) but I'm happy for you.
I don't think my skin likes Azelic Acid AT ALL LOL. It is too harsh and didn't get rid of the redness, in fact it gave me red patches. Any other suggestions?
My derm recommended yellow laser for the tiny broken capillaries on my face. They are tiny but there is quite a lot of them. (I'm 26 for reference) I don't know if this will work. Does anyone have experience with this kind of treatment?
i was diagnosed with the same very mild rosacea with flushing and sometimes my face getting super red and hot (its mainly just a clear strip of redness across my cheeks and bottom of my nose) ive started a very low dose of tretinoin recently and my skin has been bone dry with no change to redness after months i feel like ive tried everything including ipl and nothing works even my derm gave up on me :(
I followed the Pagano Diet for a few months and then just severely moderated these foods in general, especially eggplant, cooked tomatoes, and sadly, red meat it also helped A LOT with fibromyalgia! It eliminates all red meat except lamb, all sweeteners, anything processed with preservatives or additives, and fried foods. It also eliminates white potatoes, chocolate, yeast, eggs, shellfish, citrus, and any nightshades (such as tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers).
I invested in a Celluma for my rosacea and acne. I noticed my skin looked glowy when I was using it but wasn’t sure if it was just all my IPL treatments. I did it consistently for a few months and didn’t have a single breakout. Figured it was just my routine and starting spironolactone. Well, I recently fell into a depression pit and stopped using it for a month. My skin has been ruddier and broke out a bit. I’m a believer. I sit in it for 30m 3-5x a week for 30m and listen to a podcast. Some days I’ve done it 2x a day - 30m in the afternoon (I WFH) and 20m at night. I’m actually about to jump under my light right now. :) I love love love it. I’m also a big believer in it. It is fucking expensive as fuck but it’s better than every little at home mask I’ve ever bought. In regards to IPL, my struggle with IPL is it requires I stop actives for 1-2 weeks before and then treat the irritation for a few days after. I think for the amount of work and prep, it’s only marginally worth. Glad you got a proper diagnosis for your IBS/IBD! Undiagnosed illnesses are so terrifying and the constant worry of what is wrong just eats at you. ❤
There seems to be guilt about buying very expensive items, i.e the LED light. Nobody should feel guilty for buying something that they can afford and is helping them feel better. ❤
Thank you for sharing about stress triggering your illnesses. I have Fibromyalgia, and stress flares it up really badly, and I feel less alone when people share their own stories about illness.
So I'm a chemist and finishing my PhD on organic and biological chemistry with focus on microbiology, and there's definitely science behind what you're saying. I also suffer from rosacea and had a terrible flare up a couple of months ago after moving countries, with the manifestation of pustules, which I had never had before. That made me dig in a lot more on rosacea literature and scientific studies and I was very surprised to find many studies on the relation of gut health and gut microbiota and rosacea, specially the inflammatory kind with pustules that I was experiencing. Ever since then I started taking probiotics, eating better, handling my stress levels and also aligning that with a gentle skincare routine with use of prescribed metronidazole for the pustules and this crisis is almost over now, and I'm certain it's due to a combination of all of those factors.
For my husband, we can tell his gut is unhappy when he gets a rosacea. For him a course of Xifaxin antibiotics helps so much. We keep his skincare gentle also.
I'm a mature aged person near retirement age who still suffers breakouts. I found chocolate is pretty bad, unfortunately 😔 I am still dealing with marks from Xmas making chocolate balls as gifts and had some extra for home. I also found stress gives me hot welt like lumps especially around my jaw line and back of ears. Takes ages for the skin to recover. Ongoing experiments with many products. Good luck to all who suffer similar❤
A strange tip but here goes: for anyone who is struggling with gut bacterial health. Even if you eat a perfect diet, your oral hygiene must be on point! The bad bacteria’s in our mouths go down with the food when we chew, and end up in our guts where they wreak havoc. (Those are the bacteria’s that actually makes 💩 smell awful - they cause nasty halitosis too) Flossing properly and making sure your teeth are in mint condition can save your guts!
I'm happy you were able to get a diagnosis and learn how to manage your illness. Undiagnosed pain/illness can be so terrifying. ❤ I can definitely relate to high stress impacting physical health. I'm still working on the lifestyle changes to fix that. 😅
I'm so glad you spoke about your rosacea and IBS and how they're connected. I also have both of those things, which have just started to clear up in recent weeks with a combination of supplements and azelaic acid. Feeling seen today, thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey, I don't have IBS but I do have a migrane syndrome and really bad stress related stomach problems and hearing other people's journeys really helps to limit that alone feeling when I am in the middle of a flare up.
Niod modulating glucosides really helps with reducing the flushing and irritation. It soothes quickly, and over time it works with other barrier friendly products to make my skin stronger and less likely to flush. Can't live without it! Also, yes, digestive issues and stress reduction are it! The good thing about healthily managing stress is it helps the rest of your body and your health too. Stress can do so much more than cause rosacea, it's crucial to get it under control for your lasting health. I'm glad you're taking it seriously now!
I second this! And it’s fantastic for post-tretinoin care. That and the SDSM spray have been good for me. I got three courses of ILP and it was just ok
@@susanb3989 I have no idea what works about it, I'm not a cosmetic chemist. It's some proprietary blend of "glucosides" that niod came up with. I've never seen those same ingredients in another skincare product, and nothing else works as well as it does. I just read the description on niod's website and thought "hey I'll give it a try, I've tried a hundred other calming serums maybe I'll try one more." I will say I tried another "glucosides" product, from the inkey list I think, and it didn't do anything. Whatever is in that one is not the same as the niod one. I consider the niod modulating glucosides to be a product innovation, I've never encountered or heard of anything else like it. Yes I use it every day. I've been using it for over a year and my skin is feeling way stronger and less reactive now so I skip it sometimes. What James says about diet and stress is the root cause of chronic rosacea (in my opinion), but niod modulating glucosides helps in the short term.
I got prescribed metronidazole cream for my rosacea, used it for around 4 months I think and it made such a difference, got rid of all the small bumps and spots, redness went down massively though not completely. Now I just use azelaic acid and that seems to be enough to keep it under control. My cheeks are still pretty red but I just skip the blush 😅
I also have IBS and reflux as well as Gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying) and can definitely relate to the severe pain side of it. There are times I just don't want to go out, because I know I'm having a flare up and at any moment I could end up being gripped with colicky pains and bent over double, which is really embarrassing for me if it happens out in public. That and having to always make sure I know exactly where a toilet is at a moment's notice when I'm having a bad flare up. I too went through all sorts of tests, including blood tests, colonoscopies, endoscopies, gastric emptying scans, etc, which was an unpleasant time to say the least. I really appreciate you talking about this issue in your video.
Wishing wellness. Stress is the no.1 cause of so many illnesses. Please continue to take good care of your mental and physical health. It truly affects all areas of our lives.
I'm dealing with this right now, it started as a flare up during my menstruation, but it's a regular occurrence now. Being keeled over in pain, in public. Trying to watch and learn to eat correctly. What did it end up being, if you don't mind me asking? Hope you've found relief.
I’m always excited for another rosacea video as a fellow rosacea sufferer. I have a prescription that sounds to be similar to the Mirvaso (I’m in the US) called Rhofade- my Dermatologist suggested I use it for “special occasions” only - I completely agree with what you said about looking weird when your face is completely blanked out - it makes me look sick, and I definitely prefer to use it with makeup on top. But it was fantastic to have for my wedding day!
I get that in my throat sometimes, and I have really excessive flushing (maybe rosacea?) particularly if n the evening. Plus mega-anxiety. Thanks for sharing your experience! We love you, James! Glad you’re finding ways to feel better!
James thank you for being so open and honest with us about your life and struggles. 🥰🤗 I have anxiety and depression, I love working and oftentimes that effects my body too.
Do keep checking thyroid ...that's what I was told I had...have autoimmune thyroiditis, IBS And rosaceae...had to take Massive antihistamines after Covid...and go on histamine diet.
In case of interest - Goldenrod tea has really helped me with inflammation in the body and rosacea. It really calms it down a lot. Worth checking out. ❤
There's a name for that feeling in the throat?? Omg I've had that for years.. I'm constantly clearing my throat. I just thought it was allergies.. maybe I should go get a check up
Under makup I very enjoy the Dr Jart cicapair tiger grass color correcting treatment but I would not enjoy it if I wasn't using it to even out my skin before applying a low to medium coverage complexion product, it would be too white.
What’s worked best for my rosacea: Excel V laser (this is the #1 thing that’s helped the most), the Dermalux Flex (yes, I have one, too!), Finacea (15% azelaic acid), zero retinoids, managing my autoimmune disease and POTS, reducing stress, and the Neostrata Bionic Serum (10% lactobionic acid aka PHA). My symptoms also started right before my Sjogren’s and small fiber neuropathy were diagnosed. It’s a whole journey indeed
I also have rheumatic autoimmune problems but the Rosaea came after a couple of years. For the small fiber neuropathy what were the syntoms? And also how they discover it: biopsy?
@@justilou1 discovered since you were a baby? I have a rheumatologist that say I have very very loose tendons and ligaments and that is my problem and other that say that is a rheumatology issue. E.D. in Italy is not very talked about. I'm still so confused
I spent lots of money on derms, doctors and skincare but my rosacea has receded basically completely by using Hibiscrub as a face wash on intermittent nights. I use CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser and then Hibiscrub. I can also use Polyglutamic Acid (Inkey List), Altruist Tinted Spf, Aveeno Calm & Restore Oat Gel moisturizer with no issues.
I’ve had rosacea for a long time, but it didn’t become an issue until I turned 30 and then it got worse and worse. My biggest concerns were the tiny broken vessels, flushing and overall irritation. I tried a lot of things and really focused on barrier repair, but IPL has been the only effective treatment. It took 4 sessions (with a dermatologist) before I saw a real difference, but the difference was amazing. Most of my blood vessels were gone or very faded. There’s no perfect option, but I was more than happy to go out without foundation or makeup. I also flushed way less often and didn’t have the constant irritation or aching cheeks at the end of the day. IPL won’t get rid of everything and I’ll have to keep going once or twice a year (new vessels always popping up), but for me it was sooo worth it. It’s expensive but most places will let you do a partial face treatment. It’s cheaper and focuses on the area you have vessels. I’d highly recommend getting it through a dermatologist and not one of the medical spas. Lastly, I’ll add I’m on the ivermectin cream. It’s less useful for my type of rosacea, but helps keep the bumps away. Good luck everyone! Rosacea is not fun and can be really uncomfortable and embarrassing, but you’re gorgeous red-faced or not.
It's nice to be able to claim it as a business expense as well :) My biggest beauty expense was Panasonic Vitalift RF a couple of months ago. I'm always red and people often ask me if I got sunburnt lol In the last couple of months, my skin has been significantly less red. Now it's pretty much the same shade as my neck, which almost never happened. When it comes to products, Holika Holika Redness Calming CICA balm works the best.
me, not having and never having rosacea, eagerly clicking on this video
Lol y are we like this?
Me, too, not being interested in skincare. I just like his vibe so much. He‘s so soothing. ❤
Hahahha I thought of this as I clicked l😅
Lol me too
He does have a Very Soothing voice and laugh (and I d I learn a lot from him, even I happen to fall asleep Om e in awhile!)😅
I was diagnosed with Acute Acid Reflux many years ago. Just as you described; trouble swallowing, a constant pressure on my upper chest, a f... nightmare. I had to sleep with 3 pillows propped up on my back bc I would wake up in middle of night feeling as I was choking on my own saliva. After having the exams you mentioned, going to a referred nutritionist, etc. (exhausting) It was directly relayed to high stress levels. If you'd be interested, Yoga and meditation helped and continues to help for my stress/anxiety. Taking more time for yourself, with your pups, anything that brings you serenity . Wishing you continued recovery. It takes some time, but you'll find yourself feeling betterment whilst practicing gentle self-care. 🤗
WOW all of this is what I deal with as well! The GERD, IBS, rosaecea, and stress! It is like you are describing the last several years of my life! Taking an anti-spasmodic has helped me so so much but watching what I eat, trying to consistently exercise, and prioritizing stress relief makes all of it much more manageable. I understand your struggle and how hard it is to explain to others!
I also have the Dermalux flex and it is everything!!
The blue, red and NIR are just wavelengths of light that penetrate to different depths in the skin and at those depths they affect different processes….so NIR is great bc it’s anti-inflammatory and also promotes collagen production (a two for one for you since rosacea is an inflammatory condition).
Your skin looks beautiful, love that it’s working for you!
Look at Sensate. It can help with stress. It looks dumb but it actually helps de-stress.
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I’ve been red since I was a kid. My doctor said it’s not rosacea, but it’s something I’m self aware of. I’ve been waiting for this video my whole life!!
Hey darling, first thing to say is I love you and your videos. I have been suffering form IBS-C for many years - and I mean suffering, to the extent that it's greatly influenced and impacted my life. I SO appreciate that you brought this up, since there's generally such a stigma around GI issues. I've done so many tests over the course of my life for this. Most recently I got an anorectal manometry test that's supposed to inform what kind of physical therapy I should do to solve the issue - if you find that you've hit a wall with treating your IBS, please push for this test. It took 7 years for someone to refer me for it, and the nurse has told me so many patients have found relief in only a year or so of targeted physical therapy. Anyway, wishing you the best, and welcome to the "hot girls with tummy issues" club ♥
This is a really vulnerable video for you to have posted, thank you for being so honest with us! If you ever need to take some time off, I am promise we' won't go anywhere! That goes for your brother too 😊 xx
I always have Avene Thermal spray with me and whenever I get stressful meeting that definitely will make my skin hot - I just layer it. And Rozex is my long term solution
we're so used to thinking about our bodies in separate cateotries, but really I belive it's all liknked; poor gut health is linked to poor mental health and vice versa, also linked to skin health, ... I'm lad that you've found what works for you, as that is the most difficult step - we're so individual that even identical twins aren't "the same person"!
Hear, hear 😊
Thank you for doing this video! It's nice seeing someone talk about rosacea who actually lives with it and can speak to the effectiveness of the products they've tried.
I tried Mirvaso and, sadly, had bad rebound flushing beginning with the second time I used it and it only got worse with each application. Very hot flushing, much more intense redness, skin was very tender to the touch, and the flushing was happening during times that were very unusual for me. It took about 6 months for my skin to get back to normal (normal for me) after I stopped using it. I held onto it for about a year thinking I could keep it on hand for important events, but even after not using it for an extended period of time, my skin would start flushing shortly after application and would take several days to calm down. The first day I used it felt like a dream and I am still so disappointed it doesn't work for me.
My Omnilux redlight mask has been AMAZING for my Rosacea!!! I accidentally slacked off after about a year and believe me, it showed. It's definitely a commitment , but so worth it. I now use it 10 minutes every other day and it's the only expensive tool I would replace in a hot second if it went out! 😅
A few years ago I was diagnosed with IBS. I had extreme stomach pain, especially after eating and diarrhoea. Turns out it was gluten! But I had to exclude it 100% since even the smallest amount aggravates it. I’ve not had any stomach problems for 2 years now. Btw I have a similar thing with the throat - 10-20mins after eating I get a nasal drip. But I haven’t checked it out yet since it’s not that much of a problem.
near infrared light is further past red light and it like 800+ nm in depth into the skin, its really good for stimulating deep collagen synthesis. also im pretty sure the colors and effects really are that simple. like blue light targets the acne causing bacteria and red light is more used for anti-aging from what ive read. ive always wanted to get one but they literally cost an arm and a leg to buy. 😭😭🤍🖤
For those who are curious, the different color lights are different wavelengths of light. Light moves in waves, kind of like waves in the ocean. This isn't a perfect scientific analogy, but to give you an idea to imagine. Like waves in the ocean, there are big waves and small waves. The different colors of light appear when the waves are at certain lengths. Near infrared wavelengths are between 750-1300 nanometers (nm). Red light is 630-750 nm. Blue light is 450-490 nm.
Happy Sunday, James! When you and Robert mentioned the LED mask on your podcast, I envisioned a little mask, but this is like a serious device. Thank you for sharing your personal skincare and health journey. 💓💜💓💜💓💜💓💜
Oh wow I get that throat thing too. Sometimes it feels like you can't swallow & i get anxious. I also have Gerd & rosacea. My problem at 57 is also hormones. I have a flare up of pustule rosacea & on a course of doxycyline. Thanks for sharing your journey ❤
Hi there! Thanks for sharing your experience. Similar thing happened to me .... significant GERD developed and took PPIs (no longer than 4-6 months) then rosacea appeared (ocular and facial). I stopped using the PPIs (immediately when the dry eye started). I now use Pepcid occasionally (3 times per month or so). the Pepcid AC gives me a break from the strict dietary regimen I follow and it also gives me a breather when I visit with others and want to eat "off-diet" (higher fat) foods. Ocular rosacea is terrible. It's caused evaporative dry eye disease and meibomian gland dysfunction. I had not considered a link to gut flora, but I will give this some thought. I tried to supplement with probiotics initially, but discontinued after 1-2 doses because my mood was negatively impacted. I've learned (about a year or so later) that I was very vitamin D deficient. Supplementing vitamin D has created very good impact on sleep, energy levels, and general sense of well-being. Now with vitamin D on board, I'm going to return to the rosacea literature with some vigour. [PS. I have found some older articles on rosacea that describe the 'mediators' of flushing - they include tyramine, histamine, sulfites, nitrities, MSG, capsaicin, and aldehydes. In particular, fermented foods contain many of these compounds - so it was interesting to hear about people consuming fermented foods to help rosacea. I guess they are not affected by fermented foods. I noted that my GERD was impacted by fermented foods, which is interesting because GI literature does not highlight this.] Cheers.
I have rosacea and IBS, and I relate to so much of this! I love your channel! It's super helpful to know if products irritate your skin, because I've wasted so much money on products that turn me beet red and have to go straight in the garbage.
I have the Celluma Pro and swear by it for rosacea. I have problems with pain and inflammation in my body and joints and it’s has helped immensely. So worth the price tag.
Before seeing this video I never actually realized I had rosacea! My cheeks have always been red with people constantly asking me if I’m hot because I always look flushed but honestly I just thought it was normal to always have a flushed face and never questioned it! What you said about it being gone and missing the flush resonated so much with me 😂 the first time I put on full coverage foundation and my face was devoid of that color I put on intense blush to look like I had life again lolol I also have chronic inflammation of the colon and gut so it was interesting to learn about how your flare ups seemed to go together!
Visible light is a small part of the electromagnetic spectrum. Violet is at the short wavelength end and red is the longer wavelength. Infra red is the next length, and we experience it as heat radiation. So near infra red would be the threshold between red and infrared wavelengths.
James, I think you're absolutely onto something. I have IBD and when I'm in a flare my skin is also at its worst. I went a few years of having my IBD fluctuate up and down and my inflammation levels go through the roof and you could def tell this through how my skin was also looking. I'm not sure what it is either. Is it stress, general inflammation in the body, the gut, who honestly knows. All I know is that I've definitely noticed a positive correlation for when my IBD is flared up, and when my skin is as well. Just wanted to put this out there so you know you're not crazy haha, I feel you.
I’m glad you are feeling better! Thanks for sharing this with us ❤
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and health issues. Its so important to learn about ways to deal with these issues and possible treatments.
You are speaking my language! I too have IBS, rosacea which is mostly flushing but also some spider veins around my nose, and flushing with alcohol! I got a red and nir panel from Mito (Pro 750) several years ago. I do 10 min a day with both red and nir and think it makes a big difference. I say that because I quit for awhile and within a few weeks I was getting very intense flushing, hotness, and even small raised areas that I thought were hives. I restarted red light and now I'm back in control or at least it's very manageable. I have to be very careful what I use on my face, I also concentrate on barrier repair. I do use tretinoin but have to stay at .20 and I'm fine with that. I do use The Ordinary Caffeine & EGCG serum before the led therapy because there is a small study that shows an increased benefit when green tea is applied to the treatment area. That serum also provides a good bit of hydration for me. Thank you for this video...I was not aware that nir was better than the red light. I'll switch my panel to nir only and experiment. As a fellow human who doesn't deal all that well with stress, know that I am thinking of you and hoping us both a magic stress elimination wand! Until then, we'll both be doing the best we can! ❤
This has motivated me to reuse that project e mask. As I have noticed instant results with that (well overnight) with acne with the blue light, or removal of excess grease on the face (blue light) and the red light is my fave too
I have rosacea...redness...all of the awful things...I HAVE to wear makeup to feel comfortable in my own skin 😫 and then the makeup makes it worse...so many different skincare products I've tried...it's SO HARD to find something that works. So this was super helpful!
Dear James, I know you talk about your skin flare ups and have touched on ibs in conversation but I had no idea it was so bad. It sounds awful so I want to send a cyber hug and say that you really are doing so well with the job you have I'm sure I'm not the only subscriber here to say we love you lots and really appreciate all your hard work xxx Roberts alright too I guess 😉 😁
I don’t do well with peas either! Thank you for making these videos ❤ im working on gut and oral micro biome and it’s helped!
I don't have rosacea, but with any sudden changes in the skin, I've found it really helpful to speak to a Doctor first before going into, "OMG I must now buy all new skincare products' panic mode. A few months ago I started developing cholinergic urticaria due to hormone fluctuations, which basically means if I'm having a really bad day with hot flashes, or the weather is really warm, or I have my shower/bath water too hot, then my skin can turn bright, stinging, red and breaks out in hives. When it first started happening I was like, "Oh no, please don't tell me I've now become reactive to the products I bought specifically because I wasn't reactive to them", but a quick chat with my Doctor and I at least had an explanation that didn't have to involve me restocking my entire skincare cabinet (small as that is). Just personally my go to rule now on whether or not a product might be causing reactivity vs something else is, if the irritation etc occurs within the first 30 minutes or less of applying a product then it's more likely to be a reaction, but if it's happening at random times throughout the day (either hours after a product has been applied, or when no product has been applied) then it's more likely to be another cause and a check in with a Doctor is best advised. When I do get attacks of cholinergic urticaria I will tend to reach for a product I use that has Balm of Gilead in it. I've not been able to find any legitimate research on skin benefits of Balm of Gilead, but just from personal use/experience I do find it really soothes my skin and at least helps tone down some of the redness (although it doesn't make it go instantly go away completely).
I have IBS-M, and my dr just sent me a letter to do a virtual event about IBS and do a Q&A after. I'm actually excited, I could really use some relief.
I have lots of medical problems, and ive been on the GERD diet for over a year. I'm on the GERD diet because I have a hiatal hernia, and it hasn't gotten any better, it's actually gotten a lot worse, so I might just do the surgery for it. I had 2 surgeries last year, and 15 in general cuz of a different condition, so I didn't want to do the surgery, but I think I might just have to. 🤷♀️
The relation Gut/Rosacea is very real. I have an autoimmune desease that include gut/stomach issues and about one year after I was diagnosed I developed Rosacea. Before? Tret, acids, exfoliation with zero effect.
Look after yourself James,your health is your wealth 🦋💟
I just recently got prescribed Protopic for my face & it’s been a game changer! I thought I had rosacea for decades but recently was diagnosed that it was eczema (which makes sense I’ve also had body eczema my whole life). It’s an immunosuppressant cream instead of the usual steroid and works cumulatively- so after a month of every night I can only apply 2 times a week to maintain clear results. It’s been wonderful to finally get ahold of the painful and dry/tight/red patches on my face!
I can personally attest to the brimonidine (sp?) being an instant redness reducer; I use Lumify eyedrops with this exact ingredient and I noticed that any spilling over resulted in white lines on my angry red cheeks! It’s a miracle.
I have mild rosacea, but recently I was prescribed a steroid for root canal pain and it's majorly triggered it. After 24 hours my cheeks were bright red and warm.
I get rosacea and have acid reflux with gut issues (which I'm on omeprazole for) and I am currently on month 3 of my new skin routine. I get prescribed 15% azelaic acid gel which I use 3x per week and use the geek and gorgeous retinal 3x per week. So far I can see a minor improvement but I have been told to wait 6 months at least. I noticed the azelaic acid helped the most. I'm hoping my rosacea will get better soon. My routine isn't too complicated. I've tried to use fewer products lately. I noticed when I used products with too much niacinamide I would have flushes so I've had to change my cleansers. Fingers crossed it'll be better in a couple of months.
Hey from Germany =)
I am also suffering from rosacea and always been struggling with gut health. Since maybe three years or so I find myself coughing all the time while not feeling or being sick. Now my mother was diagnosed with HIT and I realized she had some similar symptoms, like always a runny nose, skin issues and diarrhea. So I looked further into HIT and this makes so much sense to me. Histamin plays a big role in inflammatory processes and is linked to food but also to stress. By changing my diet and removing foods that contain lots of histamine or can trigger it, I am feeling so much better! Still struggling with my skin but it got better too.
Maybe this can help you too.
This is going to be superinteresting! I think I have rosacea as well (but mild). Would love to improve the redness in my skin.
I get red in the cheeks, sometimes for no reason, don't know if it's anything or just my skin being sensitive. Anyway, I have Crohn's and just from experience I can say that it is true that skin, the digestive system, and stress are all linked together. Whenever I'm stressed my symptoms get worse, which in turn makes me break out, sometimes a lot. The order can differ, but in the end I'm stuck with pain in my face and anywhere in my DS that my Crohn's decides to mess with. So, all in all I would say that eating well (and not eating trigger foods), sleeping well (meds, meditation, supliments, a lot of things can help), and taking time to de-stress (like exercising, hobbies, anything you like) are all very important for all of your organs including the skin (and brain!).
There is a strong brain gut connection. Stress can cause lots of health issues. I am finding that not only is red light therapy improving my skin, but gives me a sense of well being.
Omg that little robot thing. I’d forgotten all about them!
Red light therapy treats the surface level of the skin, where as near infrared penetrates deeper into the skin🖤
Throughout my childhood my cheeks would get red and hot a lot... as I grew older it pretty much entirely went away.
Just over the last year or so though it's come back. I've had other skin problems in this time, a small flare up of psoriasis which I've never had before, hives, hair loss and a bunch of other problems that I attributed to stress..... it only occurred to me recently that the flushing could be rosacea thanks to James' experiences. I might go and get it properly checked out if it gets any worse.
Unfortunately rosacea or not... I think it's safe to add it to my pile of stress symptoms.... moral of the story.... don't get stressed kids :D
Just started the video, but already liked 👍 and thanking you in advance as someone who also has rosacea.
I went to the ER thinking that my IBS was appendicitis…. My IBS , reflux, and rosacea are 1000% related to stress. Anxiety meds, getting treated for the adhd I didn’t know I had until I was 32, and cutting dairy had helped tremendously.
And no, I didn’t cut dairy Willy-nilly or because it’s trendy to be dairy free, I was lactose intolerant as a kid and my doctor suggested cutting it for a month and seeing if I felt better.
I went to a dermatologist that confirmed I had roseca. She put me on Epsolay prescription cream treatment. I 100/10 highly recommend to anyone in the US that can get a prescription. I'm at 10 out of 12 months and honestly the posted results are real. I still have some redness but now I can understand the difference between that and actual rosacea. My rosacea is gone and the redness is disappearing overtime with the rosacea being gone.
That first product - is that what you and Robert were talking about on the double Cleanse? I suspect Robert will be getting this next.
I have the Omnilux Contour Mask w/red and infra-red lights. 10 Minutes (has a timer) every other night. $395 US. It's great!
James you should read up on polyvagal theory, its all about the gut/mind/stress connection
@11:28 In TCM it's called plum pit qi, an acupuncturist can help you with it.
As someone who also has IBS. I really feel for you. It sucks x
Thank you for sharing! I just recently learned that roseacea can be tied to gut health, and I too have IBS and roseacea. So this video was really helpful. I'm interested in trying the LED infrared light, but Def need something cheaper. The best product I've ever used was the 111skin y theorem repair serum. I got it as a sample in an ipsy bag and it was the best my skin has ever felt. Unfortunately the full size product is over 300 so no really super affordable either. I will be interested in trying the other products you recommended though :)
Having papulopustular rosacea myself, I’ve been using a treatment with Azelaic Acid, Metronidazole, & Ivermectin in it and it’s been doing wonders for my redness and acne-like breakouts. It’s a real struggle to find out what works for you specifically compared to others, so it’s nice to hear what you have tried.
Do you have to wear eye protectors with that led device? If so that is the reson why it works and others didn't. All the other device that do not include eye protectors are not good because it means the potence is very low.
Thank you for the advice! My cheeks are painfully flaring up today 😞
Have you been tested for h pylori? There is some research on a possible link, and it can be pretty simple to eradicate with antibiotics. Good luck!
When should I use the Azelaic and cc red correction? Would it be 1. cleanser 2. azelaic 3. moisturizer 4. cc red correct?
Hi James! I have had the EXACT same symptoms as you for years! I couldn’t believe what I was hearing when you were listing them! My family get so mad when I’m clearing my throat every two minutes 😂 Do you have any recommendations diet wise? I’ve tried probiotic drinks but do you drink Kombucha or eat anything else that you find helps? 😘 Thank you so much! Lots of love!
Sounds like me. I've been doing it for 10+ years. It drives my husband nuts. My doctors say it's from GERD or my dust allergies, but I'm being treated for both.
rash plus gerd....pancreas issue
globus sensation - lusoria
It’s probably the lighting, but I as a person with bad rosacea, I feel like I’ve never seen any flare ups on your face 😅 also I’m jealous of people with rosacea that has flare ups because mine is always in a flare up, I never have “flare downs” 😂
Also, totally agree with when the redness is completely gone, my face looks flat. I use a green color corrector on my cheeks and when it works, I feel like my face loses its character
i avoid filming when i flare up!
Thank you so much for this! I'm almost 40 and suddenly I get a bad rosacea flare as part of PMS hormones. It's all in the center of my face and it's so exhausting to explain what it is 😭
I don't know if anybody has explained this yet, if they have ignore my shittier version: you can't see infrared light. At most we precieve it as heat. Most likely the thinga-ma-jig uses a red light so that it has a visual effect and people don't think it's broke/not doing anything. But yeah.
I've seen your redness improve in every single video and wondered what it was! Rosacea and redness are very different things for me plus there's no way I can afford that (do you just write it off as a business expense?) but I'm happy for you.
I don't think my skin likes Azelic Acid AT ALL LOL. It is too harsh and didn't get rid of the redness, in fact it gave me red patches. Any other suggestions?
My derm recommended yellow laser for the tiny broken capillaries on my face. They are tiny but there is quite a lot of them. (I'm 26 for reference) I don't know if this will work. Does anyone have experience with this kind of treatment?
I loved that little robot at school 😂
I have very reactive skin. Even putting on the most mild moisturizer causes my face to flush. It’s annoying
i was diagnosed with the same very mild rosacea with flushing and sometimes my face getting super red and hot (its mainly just a clear strip of redness across my cheeks and bottom of my nose) ive started a very low dose of tretinoin recently and my skin has been bone dry with no change to redness after months i feel like ive tried everything including ipl and nothing works even my derm gave up on me :(
The same thing was happening to me with my throat! And come to find out after yearrrrrrsss, it was my damn spleen!
What was wrong with your spleen? I've been having throat-clearing problems for more than 10 years.
I followed the Pagano Diet for a few months and then just severely moderated these foods in general, especially eggplant, cooked tomatoes, and sadly, red meat it also helped A LOT with fibromyalgia!
It eliminates all red meat except lamb, all sweeteners, anything processed with preservatives or additives, and fried foods. It also eliminates white potatoes, chocolate, yeast, eggs, shellfish, citrus, and any nightshades (such as tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers).
im getting iplTODAY for my rosacea and freckles lol pray for me
I have rly bad redness rebounds from mirvaso.. wtf :(
I invested in a Celluma for my rosacea and acne. I noticed my skin looked glowy when I was using it but wasn’t sure if it was just all my IPL treatments.
I did it consistently for a few months and didn’t have a single breakout. Figured it was just my routine and starting spironolactone. Well, I recently fell into a depression pit and stopped using it for a month. My skin has been ruddier and broke out a bit. I’m a believer. I sit in it for 30m 3-5x a week for 30m and listen to a podcast. Some days I’ve done it 2x a day - 30m in the afternoon (I WFH) and 20m at night.
I’m actually about to jump under my light right now. :) I love love love it. I’m also a big believer in it. It is fucking expensive as fuck but it’s better than every little at home mask I’ve ever bought.
In regards to IPL, my struggle with IPL is it requires I stop actives for 1-2 weeks before and then treat the irritation for a few days after. I think for the amount of work and prep, it’s only marginally worth.
Glad you got a proper diagnosis for your IBS/IBD! Undiagnosed illnesses are so terrifying and the constant worry of what is wrong just eats at you. ❤
There seems to be guilt about buying very expensive items, i.e the LED light. Nobody should feel guilty for buying something that they can afford and is helping them feel better. ❤
Thank you for sharing about stress triggering your illnesses. I have Fibromyalgia, and stress flares it up really badly, and I feel less alone when people share their own stories about illness.
i have fibromyalgia aswell. Stress really aggravates the pain
Right there with you both. Stress with fibromyalgia is the worst
So I'm a chemist and finishing my PhD on organic and biological chemistry with focus on microbiology, and there's definitely science behind what you're saying. I also suffer from rosacea and had a terrible flare up a couple of months ago after moving countries, with the manifestation of pustules, which I had never had before. That made me dig in a lot more on rosacea literature and scientific studies and I was very surprised to find many studies on the relation of gut health and gut microbiota and rosacea, specially the inflammatory kind with pustules that I was experiencing. Ever since then I started taking probiotics, eating better, handling my stress levels and also aligning that with a gentle skincare routine with use of prescribed metronidazole for the pustules and this crisis is almost over now, and I'm certain it's due to a combination of all of those factors.
EXACTLY!!!!! it's also really linked to heavy metals in the body, like copper, aluminium, mercury, etc...
For my husband, we can tell his gut is unhappy when he gets a rosacea. For him a course of Xifaxin antibiotics helps so much. We keep his skincare gentle also.
@@manuelacassutoif you’ve got heavy metal poisoning, Rosacea will be the least of your worries
I'm a mature aged person near retirement age who still suffers breakouts. I found chocolate is pretty bad, unfortunately 😔 I am still dealing with marks from Xmas making chocolate balls as gifts and had some extra for home. I also found stress gives me hot welt like lumps especially around my jaw line and back of ears. Takes ages for the skin to recover. Ongoing experiments with many products. Good luck to all who suffer similar❤
Glad to know you've been taking your mental and physical health seriously. It's a good example for all of us to follow. Be well, James!
A strange tip but here goes: for anyone who is struggling with gut bacterial health. Even if you eat a perfect diet, your oral hygiene must be on point! The bad bacteria’s in our mouths go down with the food when we chew, and end up in our guts where they wreak havoc. (Those are the bacteria’s that actually makes 💩 smell awful - they cause nasty halitosis too) Flossing properly and making sure your teeth are in mint condition can save your guts!
I'm happy you were able to get a diagnosis and learn how to manage your illness. Undiagnosed pain/illness can be so terrifying. ❤ I can definitely relate to high stress impacting physical health. I'm still working on the lifestyle changes to fix that. 😅
I'm so glad you spoke about your rosacea and IBS and how they're connected. I also have both of those things, which have just started to clear up in recent weeks with a combination of supplements and azelaic acid. Feeling seen today, thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey, I don't have IBS but I do have a migrane syndrome and really bad stress related stomach problems and hearing other people's journeys really helps to limit that alone feeling when I am in the middle of a flare up.
my mother's the same as you, I hope you are able to find ways to make things even a little bit better.
Niod modulating glucosides really helps with reducing the flushing and irritation. It soothes quickly, and over time it works with other barrier friendly products to make my skin stronger and less likely to flush. Can't live without it!
Also, yes, digestive issues and stress reduction are it! The good thing about healthily managing stress is it helps the rest of your body and your health too. Stress can do so much more than cause rosacea, it's crucial to get it under control for your lasting health. I'm glad you're taking it seriously now!
I second this! And it’s fantastic for post-tretinoin care. That and the SDSM spray have been good for me. I got three courses of ILP and it was just ok
Which ingredients in NIODs MG help with redness? Do you need to use it daily?
@@susanb3989 I have no idea what works about it, I'm not a cosmetic chemist. It's some proprietary blend of "glucosides" that niod came up with. I've never seen those same ingredients in another skincare product, and nothing else works as well as it does. I just read the description on niod's website and thought "hey I'll give it a try, I've tried a hundred other calming serums maybe I'll try one more." I will say I tried another "glucosides" product, from the inkey list I think, and it didn't do anything. Whatever is in that one is not the same as the niod one. I consider the niod modulating glucosides to be a product innovation, I've never encountered or heard of anything else like it.
Yes I use it every day. I've been using it for over a year and my skin is feeling way stronger and less reactive now so I skip it sometimes.
What James says about diet and stress is the root cause of chronic rosacea (in my opinion), but niod modulating glucosides helps in the short term.
For me it actually did the complete opposite:(Reacted badly to it. So be careful in trying it out, everyone's skin is different
I got prescribed metronidazole cream for my rosacea, used it for around 4 months I think and it made such a difference, got rid of all the small bumps and spots, redness went down massively though not completely. Now I just use azelaic acid and that seems to be enough to keep it under control. My cheeks are still pretty red but I just skip the blush 😅
I also have IBS and reflux as well as Gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying) and can definitely relate to the severe pain side of it. There are times I just don't want to go out, because I know I'm having a flare up and at any moment I could end up being gripped with colicky pains and bent over double, which is really embarrassing for me if it happens out in public. That and having to always make sure I know exactly where a toilet is at a moment's notice when I'm having a bad flare up. I too went through all sorts of tests, including blood tests, colonoscopies, endoscopies, gastric emptying scans, etc, which was an unpleasant time to say the least. I really appreciate you talking about this issue in your video.
Wishing wellness. Stress is the no.1 cause of so many illnesses. Please continue to take good care of your mental and physical health. It truly affects all areas of our lives.
I'm dealing with this right now, it started as a flare up during my menstruation, but it's a regular occurrence now. Being keeled over in pain, in public. Trying to watch and learn to eat correctly. What did it end up being, if you don't mind me asking? Hope you've found relief.
I’m always excited for another rosacea video as a fellow rosacea sufferer. I have a prescription that sounds to be similar to the Mirvaso (I’m in the US) called Rhofade- my Dermatologist suggested I use it for “special occasions” only - I completely agree with what you said about looking weird when your face is completely blanked out - it makes me look sick, and I definitely prefer to use it with makeup on top. But it was fantastic to have for my wedding day!
I get that in my throat sometimes, and I have really excessive flushing (maybe rosacea?) particularly if n the evening. Plus mega-anxiety. Thanks for sharing your experience! We love you, James! Glad you’re finding ways to feel better!
James thank you for being so open and honest with us about your life and struggles. 🥰🤗 I have anxiety and depression, I love working and oftentimes that effects my body too.
Do keep checking thyroid ...that's what I was told I had...have autoimmune thyroiditis, IBS And rosaceae...had to take Massive antihistamines after Covid...and go on histamine diet.
In case of interest - Goldenrod tea has really helped me with inflammation in the body and rosacea. It really calms it down a lot. Worth checking out. ❤
There's a name for that feeling in the throat?? Omg I've had that for years.. I'm constantly clearing my throat. I just thought it was allergies.. maybe I should go get a check up
You hate when people say journey?! Another reason I love you!
Look after yourself, James ❤. I’m glad you’ve figured out how everything is linked, that’s really useful.
Under makup I very enjoy the Dr
Jart cicapair tiger grass color correcting treatment but I would not enjoy it if I wasn't using it to even out my skin before applying a low to medium coverage complexion product, it would be too white.
What’s worked best for my rosacea: Excel V laser (this is the #1 thing that’s helped the most), the Dermalux Flex (yes, I have one, too!), Finacea (15% azelaic acid), zero retinoids, managing my autoimmune disease and POTS, reducing stress, and the Neostrata Bionic Serum (10% lactobionic acid aka PHA). My symptoms also started right before my Sjogren’s and small fiber neuropathy were diagnosed. It’s a whole journey indeed
Zero retinoids! I suspected this as an issue and stopped using them and it seems to help.
I also have rheumatic autoimmune problems but the Rosaea came after a couple of years. For the small fiber neuropathy what were the syntoms? And also how they discover it: biopsy?
I have Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome and all the issues above. I found tretinoin (started very slowly and gently) has nailed mine.
@@justilou1 discovered since you were a baby? I have a rheumatologist that say I have very very loose tendons and ligaments and that is my problem and other that say that is a rheumatology issue. E.D. in Italy is not very talked about. I'm still so confused
I spent lots of money on derms, doctors and skincare but my rosacea has receded basically completely by using Hibiscrub as a face wash on intermittent nights. I use CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser and then Hibiscrub. I can also use Polyglutamic Acid (Inkey List), Altruist Tinted Spf, Aveeno Calm & Restore Oat Gel moisturizer with no issues.
When I get customers ask me about products for rosacea I always tell them to come find your videos 🙌🏽💛
I would also recommend Doctorly
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I have mild rosacea which has gotten better with consistent skincare. However, when my dermatologist prescribed Soolantra, it was a game changer.
I’ve had rosacea for a long time, but it didn’t become an issue until I turned 30 and then it got worse and worse. My biggest concerns were the tiny broken vessels, flushing and overall irritation. I tried a lot of things and really focused on barrier repair, but IPL has been the only effective treatment. It took 4 sessions (with a dermatologist) before I saw a real difference, but the difference was amazing. Most of my blood vessels were gone or very faded. There’s no perfect option, but I was more than happy to go out without foundation or makeup. I also flushed way less often and didn’t have the constant irritation or aching cheeks at the end of the day.
IPL won’t get rid of everything and I’ll have to keep going once or twice a year (new vessels always popping up), but for me it was sooo worth it. It’s expensive but most places will let you do a partial face treatment. It’s cheaper and focuses on the area you have vessels. I’d highly recommend getting it through a dermatologist and not one of the medical spas.
Lastly, I’ll add I’m on the ivermectin cream. It’s less useful for my type of rosacea, but helps keep the bumps away. Good luck everyone! Rosacea is not fun and can be really uncomfortable and embarrassing, but you’re gorgeous red-faced or not.
Thank you! You replied to the question I have in my comment :)
I also use ivermectin for the burning and underskin acne.
It's nice to be able to claim it as a business expense as well :)
My biggest beauty expense was Panasonic Vitalift RF a couple of months ago. I'm always red and people often ask me if I got sunburnt lol
In the last couple of months, my skin has been significantly less red. Now it's pretty much the same shade as my neck, which almost never happened.
When it comes to products, Holika Holika Redness Calming CICA balm works the best.
James: "Excuse my hair. I'm getting ready for bed."
Me: "Oh, James ! Loving your her fluffy" 😄🥰