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SPOTLIGHT ON... Linowski: They should avoid traditional exfoliants. I put these clients on mild, creamy-textured cleansers and alcohol-free toners from our vendors��� sensitive lines. We also refer many clients to a holistic nutritionist, who can help pinpoint the internal and environmental reactions triggering their problem. Edward: I tell clients to get a soft, high-quality pillowcase, as well as all-cotton sheets and towels. Common redness triggers include spicy food, red wine, caffeine, vigorous exercise and hot water. A lot of people overuse their electric cleansing brushes, which can over-exfoliate skin, and thereby stimulate redness. Once a week is enough, I tell the rosacea-prone. Makeup can also exacerbate the problem, so I recommend mineral makeup, which is naturally antibacterial and doesn���t really expire. These clients should only exfoliate using acid-based, leave-on masks. These will help unhinge those rosacea-causing mites that live within our cells. SPF is also crucial, as sun exposure intensi���es rosacea. What are the greatest challenges to dealing with rosacea-prone clients? Linowski: Educating them. Many will selfdiagnose their problem without arming themselves with the proper knowledge. People often come to me thinking they have acne, when it���s really in���ammation, and they���ve worsened the condition by using all the wrong products. Edward: For legal reasons, estheticians aren���t allowed to diagnose rosacea, as it���s a medical condition���a physician���s area of expertise. So, we can���t tell them they have roscaea; we can only make helpful suggestions. Deresh: I try to respect the medical of���ce, so I generally direct rosacea-prone clients toward a dermatologist. It���s a nice way to offer them the full extent of information. After all, medical treatment is an option, and they should look into all of their options. Out of the Red (continued) San��tas Rosacea Serum Contains active nutrients to help support blood vessel stability and improve circulation. 888.855.8425, sanitasskincare.com 36 DAYSPA | MARCH 2013 Rosacalm Facial Cleansing Gel from Five Star Formulators Aloe vera and chamomile work gently yet effectively to nurture a range of skin types. 888.200.3977, 5starformulators.com GlyMed Plus Rosacea Relief Repairs capillaries' vein walls to help reduce in���ammation. 801.798.0390, glymedplus.com ��minence Arnica Anti-Redness Booster Soothing arnica, ivy and rosehip work to naturally calm rosacea. 888.747.6342, eminenceorganics.com Dermelect Redness Rehab Rosacea Relief Harnesses soothing shea butter and green tea to calm irritation and blotchiness. 888. MY.DERMELECT, dermelect.com