Help! I have Rosacea....can I Oil Cleanse?

I received an email on the weekend from a woman who sufferers from Rosacea, and wanted to know what (if any) Dusk Products would work for her. 

What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a skin disorder that has no known cause or 100% effective treatment. What begins as a gentle rosy blush may change over time, getting worse and causing broken capillaries, excessive oiliness, small bumps and dry skin.

The symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and it's aggression can become worse with certain lifestyle factors.

How do you fix it?

While there are medications on the market, there's no definitive cure - simply products to help ease symptoms. 

Over the years I've worked with people who've found that eliminating certain inflammatory foods like dairy and sugar from their diet helps immensely, as well as avoiding a number of triggers like:

• Hot baths
• Hot showers
• Saunas
• Steam rooms
• Excessive exercise
• Red wine
• Caffeine
• Cigarettes
• Spicy food
• Harsh skincare products
• Using the products incorrectly

Do Dusk by Adele products help?

While the oils weren't designed specifically for Rosacea, they certainly contain some key ingredients that may help improve or prevent red and painful symptoms.

Dusk by Adele Cleansing Oil:

Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus amygdalus dulcis)

Rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins A & E, sweet almond oil has been celebrated due to it's high protein, vitamin e, magnesium and calcium levels. It also helps remove dead skin cells, oil and makeup. 

Organic Sesame Oil (Sesamum Indicum)

Sesame oil is high in zinc which helps produce collagen, giving skin more elasticity and helps repair damage skin. It may slow down aging due to it's high levels of antioxidants- in particular Sesamol. High in vitamin E, it also protects the skin and can be used as a natural sunscreen.

Organic Castor Oil

Anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-microbial, castor oil also helps with inflammation and has been shown to fade scars and increase collagen production. This is one of the best ingredients for Rosacea sufferers, and has been known to abate symptoms.

Organic Macadamia Nut Oil (Macadamia integrifolia)

Macadamia oil extremely moisturising, and has anti-ageing properties.

Jade Essence

Jade Crystals are healing, and have long been associated with beauty and longevity.  

Reiki Charged

Charged with healing Reiki symbols, from the Usui Lineage, this oil carries with it energy to heal and transform your skin. The particular symbols used on the Cleansing Oil are for healing. 

When used properly cleansing with oil can be a gentle and effective way to calm your skin.

The Acne Edit - No.1 

This Oil, designed for excessively oily, acne prone and active skin, boasts four oils that contain high levels of Linoleic Acid. It not only balances the skin, but nourishes it - and unlike other oils, may help prevent future break outs. This is ideal for acne rosacea.

Oils containing more Linoleic Acid than Oleic Acid have been shown to balance the skin in acne sufferers- as they tend to have low levels of Linoleic Acid (and their Oleic Acid levels are quite high), and their skin is lacking in the essential fatty acids that it needs to heal.

Featuring:

Organic Evening Primrose Oil (Oenothera biennis)

Evening Primrose contains ingredients such as Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, this miracle oil helps the healing process. Known for helping balance hormones (when taken by capsule), this oil will help on the outside too.

Organic Pomegranate Kernel Oil (Punica granatum)

Cold pressed from the seeds of the stunning Pomegranate, we only need to look at a sliced Pomegranate to see what it looks like - skin cells! It's perfect for rejuvenating the skin, helps break down dead keratinocytes and reveal gorgeous skin. 

Organic Rosehip Oil (Rosa canina) 

Cold pressed from the small buds, or 'hips' on rose bushes, Rosehip oil is rich in fatty acids, including omega 3, 6, and 9 and may help repair damaged skin. It's high in vitamin C, renowned for it's anti-ageing benefits and is high in antioxidants. Perfect for use on scarred and pigmented skin, Rosehip oil helps to brighten and even out skin tone.

Organic Sunflower Oil (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower oil is very good for acne sufferers, especially if the traditional acne remedies have failed. Extremely high in antioxidants - vitamins A, C and E- they prevent free radicals from damaging your skin, and is anti-inflammatory.

Jade Essence

Jade Crystals are healing, and have long been associated with beauty and longevity.  

Reiki Charged

Charged with healing Reiki symbols, from the Usui Lineage, this oil carries with it energy to heal and transform your skin. The particular symbols used on the Cleansing Oil are for healing. 

This Oil has a dryer feel than most oils, and will absorb into damp skin quickly, making it perfect to treat inflamed skin.

The Jade Roller

One of my personal favourite products, the Jade Roller is extremely cooling, and when used correctly, it can calm the skin down. 

I've had numerous clients put their Jade Rollers in the fridge and when it's cold, they simply use it gently over the affected areas. Wonderfully cooling and calming.

So in short, YES!

There are some Dusk by Adele products that would work perfectly for Rosacea, but as with any skin disorder and condition, everyone can react differently. Go with your instinct, and trust that you'll be getting exactly what you need in your skincare. 

Adele x

P.S Other Resources:

Your Guide to Beauty Foods

Natural Skin Care Routine