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5 Fast, Inexpensive Ways to Get Rid of Redness

Miriam Lacey — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:53:00 PDT

Dry, ruddy-skin season is upon us, and if you have sensitive skin or naturally pink undertones, it can mean lots of unwanted redness all over. Not to worry, though, because there are plenty of quick, simple fixes that will get you looking nice and cooled-off again in no time; check them out.

Found: A Two-Step Skin Care Regimen For Clearing Acne and More

Jaime Richards — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 04:00:44 PST

When I heard about Swell Skin's two-step skin care regimen, which includes a bar soap and an oil, I knew I had to try it. First, how easy is that? Second, products are made using wonder ingredient sea buckthorn oil, rich in antioxidant vitamins C and E, emollients, and essential fatty acids.

The brand's Face Treatment ($32), used in step one, is a very mild soap in bar form. It has just the perfect amount of sudsing action with a faint, fresh nonsynthetic aroma. Skin feels clean and refreshed after use, with no painful stinging sensations or can't-move-my-face tightness. See more when you keep reading.

6 Tips and Tricks to Raise Your Acne Awareness

BellaSugar — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:00:00 PDT

In honor of Acne Awareness Month, we're all about keeping our skin healthy, protected, and in the clear. So this month we're getting to the bottom of our breakouts by tackling acne with a few of our favorite ways to treat and prevent breakouts - along with what works and doesn't. Check out my roundup to learn a few things about acne. Here's to gorgeous skin.

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5 Ways to Know If the Acne You're Fighting Is Really Rosacea

BellaSugar — Wed, 12 May 2010 09:00:00 PDT

Had a bad breakout of bumps on your cheeks and chin that just won't go away? Experiencing a lot of redness? What you're dealing with may be a very common skin ailment, Type 2 rosacea - not acne - and your course of treatment could be exacerbating the problem. Why? Rosacea is commonly mistaken for acne because the bumps look so similar, but some treatments that help reduce acne flare-ups can actually make rosacea much worse. So how can you tell the difference? To see how you can spot the signs, just keep reading.

It's Easy Being Green (If You're Talking Concealer)

BellaSugar — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 08:00:40 PDT

Ever been confused by the multicolored concealer palettes you see at the stores? The confusion stops here. Over the next few days, let's explore the art of these color-correcting concealers, starting with green. Wicked Witch of the West? I don't think so, my pretties. When it comes to color correcting, it's all about using the color wheel to figure out a balance.

Green, for instance, is opposite of red on the color wheel. In theory, it will neutralize any unwanted red hues from things like acne, rosacea, birthmarks, port-wine stains, ruddiness, pimples, and even scars. But do green correcting sticks, powders, and primers work? When it comes down to it, yes, but to find out a few ways to avoid looking as if you've been hit with a bad case of food poisoning, just read more.

Take the Redness Out With an Anti-Rosacea Gel

BellaSugar — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:59:05 PST

When the complexion problems get tough, the tough go to the dermatologist. After some stubborn acne started to worsen, I headed to my dermatologist (check his acne-fighting tips here) for a visit.

He prescribed Finacea, a water-based gel with azaleic acid. It's generally used to treat rosacea, but my dermatologist said it would not only reduce redness, but also treat the acne. It's expensive, about $115, but insurance can help soften the financial blow. (Or, ahem, there are always Canadian pharmacies.) In my case, it's money well spent. I am so into this gel, it's not even funny.

From the first time I applied it, I saw amazing and quick results. The redness around my nose faded overnight, and within a few days, I found that my blackheads were coming to the surface. (All the easier to eliminate with my extractor.) Two weeks into my love affair with Finacea, I've had significantly fewer clogged pores, and most of my redness is gone. Side effects are minimal; sometimes it makes my skin itchy, but usually I don't have any problems. Obviously, you should talk with a dermatologist before looking into any prescription, but Finacea is such good stuff that I just had to let you know about it.

What You Can Do About Rosacea

BellaSugar — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:00:32 PDT

For the millions of people who suffer from the redness, facial flushing, and even acne-like symptoms of rosacea, it's easy to feel like there is little or nothing you can do to treat your condition. While not curable, there are many ways you can manage your rosacea so that it doesn't interfere with your life. It is important to note that while some severe forms of rosacea can look like acne, traditional acne treatments will only aggravate your condition. If you suspect you have either acne or rosacea, make a quick trip to your doctor so you can treat your condition properly.

To see some treatments and behaviors that can minimize the discomfort of the condition,

Definition: Rosacea

BellaSugar — Tue, 15 May 2007 15:00:42 PDT

For those of you that suffer from skin disorders or skin discoloration, you understand how upsetting these problems can be. One very common skin disease that effects nearly 16 million Americans and 65 million people worldwide is called rosacea. Fair-skinned adults and especially women are specifically prone to this facial disease.

Rosacea is redness that is usually found on the nose, forehead, cheeks, and chin. Often, it starts as subtle irritations in the center of the face and can develop into severe inflammation, which may become tender. The redness is caused when blood vessels close to the skin's surface dilate, and the skin reacts by forming elevated blotches called papules.

Rosacea can be treated - though not cured - with either topical or oral antibiotics. Sunscreen should be worn at all times to reduce irritation, and doctors may also recommend specific soaps, moisturizers, and other products to help quiet your skin. To counteract the redness of rosacea, you can try to use a yellow- or green-based concealer.

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What Booze Is Doing to Your Looks

Allure — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:20:51 PDT

We're excited to present this article from Allure!

As much as we delight in sharing positive beauty news about alcohol on Daily Beauty Reporter-Red wine protects your teeth from cavities! Boozers tend to exercise more!-it's obvious that excessive drinking takes a toll on your appearance.

After my interview with Brooke Shields in Allure's April issue, I was inspired by something that she said: "When I drink too much alcohol, go on a few hours of sleep, don't eat well, and don't sweat, I look five to ten years older."

See, lately, I have found myself skipping the gym, sleeping terribly, and pouring a second (or third) glass too often-and I'm wearing it. To kick off an overall lifestyle cleanse, I decided to take a 30-day break from alcohol. Helping me stay away from my Maker's Mark, are these negative effects of overindulging. See the rest when you keep reading.

The 5 Widespread Beauty Myths No One Tells You About

Miriam Lacey — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 06:00:00 PDT

There are a lot of common beauty myths people are eager to disprove: drinking water makes your skin more moist, popping pimples makes them go away, etc. But there are some misconceptions that are just as pervasive and don't get nearly as much attention. To see if you've been deceived, just keep reading.