Sweating = detoxification
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Don’t sweat the small stuff; don’t sweat the big stuff, but you DO need to sweat. I’m a hardcore spinner and 45 minutes on a bike 3 to 4 times per week with a hardcore instructor will work up a serious sweat and get me in my happy zone. I know that a lot of you might be gym-phobic and simply not like to partake in any sweat inducing physical activities, but you might want to actually still consider dropping into a gym every month to sweat.
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Indulge with a caviar facial
Are you in a need of a little more balance and down time in your life, but you might not have the time or money for a long holiday? Heading to a weekend spa might be the ideal compromise. If you can find a spa that also offers a few anti-aging treatments, then you are in for a relaxing and rejuvenation weekend.
The Millcroft Inn and Spa in Ontario is a great getaway for Ontario residents. You’ll find your typical array of spa facial and body treatments, but what really caught our eye was the anti-aging Golden Caviar Facial!
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Rosacea Treatment Program
Along with proper skincare, rosacea sufferers might also want to consider a number of more intensive medical rejuvenation treatments.
Dr. Lisa Kellett, from DLK on Avenue in Toronto’s Yorkville, gave us the scoop on some of the most effective medical rejuvenation treatments to combat rosacea. In her experience, Dr. Kellett has found that a multifaceted approach is the most effective and long lasting to relieve rosacea sufferers from spider veins, redness, flushing and blemishes.
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Skincare basics for rosacea sufferers
Treating rosacea consists primarily of treating the symptoms of redness and inflammation. We consulted with Dr. Kevin C. Smith, from Niagara Falls Dermatology and Laser Centre for some detailed skincare treatments to help rosacea sufferers.
The first thing Dr. Smith wanted to highlight was that rosacea suffers should avoid overwashing their face: “excessive washing can irritate the skin and remove the natural oils”. He suggests using plain water with no soap and no wash cloth. If you really feel the need for soap to remove makeup residue, Dr. Smith recommends Dove soap (the colour-free and fragrance-free one). He prescribes a moisturizer by the name of Rosasol because it’s extremely effective at hydrating the skin and it also has a SPF built in the formula. Dr. Smith warned against excessive sun exposure, explaining that too much sun will increase the redness and sensitivity of rosacea-prone skin. He also recommends that his patient not use any toners or astringents, as they will cause more harm than good.
For those patients who are not responding to the other creams that Dr. Smith prescribes, he’ll usually give these types of patients a low-dosage oral prescription of Accutane.
More severe forms of rosacea
There are two different types of rosacea: vascular rosacea and inflammatory rosacea.
The symptoms of vascular rosacea may include excessive flushing and redness of the skin. The blood vessels of the face may swell and manifest themselves on the skin as thin red lines.
The symptoms of inflammatory rosacea may include the appearance of pimples, bumps, and pustules. Inflammation and irritation of the eyes may also be present.
In more severe cases, fibroplasia may occur. Fibroplasia occurs when the skin produces excess facial tissue, causing a distortion of the facial area. At its most severe form, fibroplasia becomes so widespread that the face becomes swollen and enlarged, especially the area around the nose, creating a condition called rhinophyma.
Rosacea is not Acne
Even though it can look like acne, rosacea is a common skin condition with acne-like symptoms that can be as psychologically scarring as acne.
In reality, rosacea is very different from acne. Acne is a general term used to describe the blemishes and lesions that can erupt on the face, chest, back, and other areas of the body due to pores clogged with sebum. Rosacea is a vascular disorder that is caused by enlarged blood vessels under the skin. While acne usually appears during adolescence and will continue during adulthood, rosacea usually begins between the ages of 30 and 50. Rosacea is most common among fair-skinned people.
How do you know if you are getting rosacea? The clearest symptom is that you’ll notice your skin becoming red, especially around your t-zone area.
Most rosacea sufferers describe a feeling of tightness and dryness in their face. Their skin may look and feel parched, and may become very sensitive to creams, lotions, or ointments. Eventually, most rosacea sufferers will notice telangiectasias, the small, nearly imperceptible blood vessels that appear in the afflicted areas.
As the rosacea worsens, patients may see their complexion becoming consistently redder. Often, rosacea sufferers may experience a red nose. They also tend to blush easily, and they may develop swelling and acne-like symptoms like pimples and bumps. The rosacea sufferer may also notice that their pores seem to become more prominent. Swelling is not uncommon, especially in the area of the nose and cheeks.
Rosacea afflicts many Canadian adults. Both men and women appear to suffer similar rates, but men are usually affected more severely.
Many skin professionals suggest that certain environmental factors may aggravate signs of rosacea. These include direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and pollutants. Other factors that may exacerbate rosacea include hot liquids, excessive exercise, biting winds, alcohol and caffeine, spicy foods, and stress. These ‘triggers’ will worsen the symptoms of rosacea and will cause a flare-up.
A word of caution: Rosacea suffers should NEVER use acne treatments to treat their condition. Some acne medications will actually worsen rosacea.
Ladies, stay fit & slim after 35!
Have you fallen victim to the belief that health and body conditioning comes with an expiry date?
Do you think that it’s not possible to fit and sexy at 35, 45, 55, 65 +?
You’ll surely want to listen to this segment where we’ll discuss some tricks and tips to help you stay slim well past your 35th birthday.
We’ll also look at some of the biggest fitness myths and we’ll also give some practical advice to new moms over 35 who want to regain their pre-baby bodies.
We’ll talk to Heather Picken, fitness expert and the creator of the fat-burning system 6 Week Fat Burning System and Fat Loss For Women.
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What if Botox® made you a friendlier person?
Botox® is a solution that blocks muscular nerve signals. Injecting very small amounts of Botox into specific facial muscles blocks the muscle’s impulse. This temporarily weakens the muscle and diminishes the unwanted lines. There have been many uses for Botox in the last decade from purely medical to purely cosmetic. Some people will surely abuse Botox and end up with a face with little to no expression. But for some, Botox has become an essential part at helping them with their job.
Not long ago, I met a teacher who explained that until she started to get Botox treatments, her students and colleagues often avoided her because everyone thought she was always mad. It turns out she had over-active muscles that created deep frowns between her eyebrows that extended to the bridge of her nose. Once she started getting regular Botox injections and the frown lines disappeared everyone one around just thought that she was a much happier person.
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