Common Skin Complaints (and the celebrities that share them with you)

Common SKIN COMPLAINTS PERFECTION Despite what the airbrushed covers of magazines might have us believe, none of us (yes, none of us!) have perfect skin. Unfortunately, with so many pictures of blemish-free celebrities on show, it can be hard to remember that without the digital enhancements – they're just like us. Take a look at a few of the more common skin complaints that us mere mortals share with the A-listers, as well as a few tips on how to spot them and treat them (no airbrushing needed!) ACNE CELEB SUFFERERS BRITNEY SPEARS CAMERON DIAZ BRAD PITT SYMPTOMS AFFECTS 80% of us will be affected at some point. Most common in teenagers, with boys affected worse than girls. Spots, blackheads, and whitehegds. Generally on the face but can affect the neck, back and chest. CAUSE TREATMENT V Retinol V Salicylic acid MILD CASES: Generally a result of hormonal changes causing Topical skin Glycolic acid V Azelaic acid V Benzoyl Peroxide creams. overactive sebaceous glands. SEVERE CASES: Oral medication. HYPERPIGMENTATION CELEB SUFFERERS CLINT EASTWOOD SHARON STONE LINDSAY LOHAN SYMPTOMS AFFECTS Women and people with darker skin tones are most likely to Uneven patches of darker skin colour. be affected. CAUSE TREATMENT Use a pigment regulator treatment that includes Stay out of the sun – the main ingredients like: cause of pigmentation. / Kojic acid Hormone imbalances resulting from pregnancy and some hormone contraceptives and medications can all increase the Azelic acid V Licorice / Sabi white risk of hyperpigmentation, too. Mulberry Vitamin C ROSACEA CELEB SUFFERERS CAMERON DIAZ BILL CLINTON MARIAH CAREY SYMPTOMS AFFECTS Redness to face that looks 1 in 10 of us, most commonly in similar to sunburn. middle age. Fair-skin tends to be Can feel sensitive or sting. most affected. CAUSE There's no confirmed cause but avoiding the sun is believed to help prevent its onset. TREATMENT There is no known cure for rosacea, however you can help prevent outbreaks by avoiding: THE SUN LOW TEMPERATURES HARSH EXFOLIANTS & PARAFFIN MASKS SPICY FOOD HOT TUBS/SAUNAS STEAM TREATMENTS ECZEMA CELEB SUFFERERS KATE MIDDLETON NICOLE KIDMAN ADELE SYMPTOMS AFFECTS About 3.5% of people globally, Dry, inflamed, itchy and crusting patches on the skin. primarily children. Only around 40% of children continue to suffer Most common on the hands with eczema into adolescence. but can appear anywhere. CAUSE No confirmed cause however eczema is generally understood to result from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. TREATMENT Use the following in MILD CASES: SPECIALIST LIGHT, NON-BIO, TOPICAL MOISTURISERS BREATHABLE NON-SCENTED STEROIDS CLOTHING DETERGENTS More severe cases may require the use of an immunosuppressant. KERATOSIS PILARIS CELEB SUFFERERS DWAYNE JOHNSON KEIRA KNIGHTLEY MICHELLE RODRIGUEZ (THE ROCK) SYMPTOMS AFFECTS Skin that looks and As many as 1 in 3 of us; most feels rough. often found on the front of the thighs and the back of the upper arms. Occurs at all ages. Often compared to goose bumps. CAUSE TREATMENT A genetic skin condition that Try with an exfoliating agent such as glycolic acid, lactic acid or salicylic acid. Occurs when too much "keratin' (part of the structure of skin's outer layer) accumulates in hair follicles. SCARRING CELEB SUFFERERS SEAL TINA FEY HARRISON FORD SYMPTOMS AFFECTS Anyone at any time. Most of us Marks that remain on the will have at least one or two skin after an injury or small scars. Genetics can affect wound has healed. the severity of scarring we're predisposed to. CAUSE Injuries and wounds, resulting from: ACCIDENTS BURNS SURGERY SKIN CONDITIONS (E.G. ACNE) TREATMENT In MILD CASES, scarring can be: SOFTENED WITH SILICONE-BASED GELS OR STRIPS CAMOUFLAGED WITH MAKEUP More severe scarring may require corticosteroid injections or potentially, laser surgery. ENLARGED PORES CELEB SUFFERERS 00 GWYNETH PALTROW VICTORIA BECKHAM MEGAN FOX SYMPTOMS AFFECTS Both men gnd women, Very small dimple like dips in the skin. especially those that are prone to oily skin. Pores tend to enlarge more as we age. Most Look similar to the peel of an orange. common around the nose. CAUSE Oil and dirt collects on the skin and in the pores, causing them to enlarge. TREATMENT Take good care of your skin and avoid the sun. Remove make up properly and exfoliate daily; products that contain AHAS or BHAS are particularly effective. Glycolic peels/masks can also help. SOURCES: aad.org britishskinfoundation.org.uk patient.info DermacareDirect YOUR ONLINE CLINIC www.dermacaredirect.co.uk