Sat, Mar-08-03, 08:51
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Senior Member
Posts: 303
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Plan: low carb
Stats: 212/188/150
BF:
Progress: 39%
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red face
I, too, have rosacea which causes a red, blotchy,dry, itchy face. You need to check with a dermatologist.
One very important thing, DO NOT use cortisone cream on your face. Yes, it gives almost instant relief from redness and itchiness but is very bad for your skin in the long run. It causes a permanent thinning of your skin.
Almost every cream and lotion on the market these days can cause problems for some people. They have so many unnecessary ingredients like alpha hydroxy, scents, "natural" plant oils, etc. Try basic vaseline or olive oil until you track down your problem. Use just a dab of vaseline or a few drops of oil, rub between your hands, and then pat on your face.
Last winter, I had a fine, red, dry rash all over my face after starting Atkins. I think it may have been from eating too much red meat and eggs. I added fish oil to my diet and tried to eat more chicken and less beef. For whatever reason, it finally went away.
Hope you can track down and correct your problem.
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