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ACNE ROSACEA

Although somewhat similar in name to common acne, acne rosacea bears no resemblance to it in appearance or mechanism. Popularly, it is often termed "whiskey nose," which could hardly be more erroneous. Rosacea occurs in people who have never touched alcohol. It involves excessive flushing of the blood vessels of nose and cheeks. A nervous reflex may be a factor in such excessive flushing, and drinking alcohol may encourage the reflex, but the alcohol is not essential. With long-continued abnormal flushing, the blood vessels become more apparent, and nose size may increase. Even the worst case of acne rosacea can be cured. And, in mild or early stages, the problem often can be controlled by simple measures: frequent application of cold water, witch hazel, or ice to help contract the blood vessels. Pat or rub on gently; do not massage. It is also often helpful to minimize intake of alcohol and of hot and spicy foods.

SKIN ALLERGIES AND SENSITIVITIES The skin, if a tough organ, is also a sensitive one. It can mirror emotions; it can also mirror internal allergic states. People have long been familiar with one form of allergy manifested in the skin-hives. In hives, superficial areas filled with a watery fluid appear and disappear on the skin, often itching quite severely. Hives may pop up after a particular food is eaten. Nettle rash, drug rash, and urticaria are other names for similar conditions. Itching from allergic reactions can be relieved by application of calamine lotion available in any drugstore or by bathing in water containing a cupful of bicarbonate of soda per bathtub of water.

Of course, the best thing to do, when possible, is to identify and avoid the substance that produces the reaction. Sometimes, this is not difficult. Many people have been able to determine for themselves that they get hives or "break out" after eating strawberries, for example, or after using a perfumed soap, wearing certain types of fabric, or taking a certain medication. It is certainly not difficult to discover that one is allergic to poison ivy or poison oak. There are instances, however, when it requires the detective skill of a specially trained physician-a dermatologist or allergist-to determine whether, in fact, a condition is really due to allergy and, if so, what the culprit substance or substances maybe. 

offensive body odor- Dry skin- Chafing- prickly heat- frost bite - oily skin - how to protect the skin from these dieseases and conditions?

Offensive body odor

Offensive body odor (bromhidrosis) is rare. It can often be overcome by bathing and use of a deodorant or antiperspirant under the arms. No special soap is needed. Men may prefer to wash under the arms with soap, follow with an application of rubbing alcohol which, upon drying, can be covered with an absorbent powder such as an ordinary baby talcum preparation. 

DRY SKIN. An insufficient flow from the sebaceous glands causes dry skin. 

This is not uncommon in middle and older age, and tends to en- courage wrinkling. If your skin is dry, avoid frequent washing with soap and water; instead, use a cleansing cream or oil, or a soap substitute. At bedtime, apply an emollient cream which usually contains lanolin or cholesterol (which is derived from lanolin) blended with vegetable oils and fats. Do not use plain lanolin. Olive oil or a commercial product such as Nivea cream is satisfactory. Apply more frequently if necessary. Dry skin often tends to chap during cold weather or in very dry air. If chapping occurs, treat as just indicated for dry skin. A lotion or hand cream may be used for chapped hands.

CHAFING

This is the result of friction, usually from clothing or the The Skin, Hair, and Nails / 171 rubbing together of body surfaces such as the thighs, which may be damp from perspiration. By keeping the areas dry and by using a good plain talcum powder, you can usually clear up the irritation.

PRICKLY HEAT

 Common in infants, this is due to overheating of the skin. Keep the skin as cool as possible and use a light powder rather than a heavy one which will block perspiration and accentuate the condition.

FROSTBITE.

The result of severe cold, frostbite usually affects nose, ears, fingers, or toes. Warm the parts gradually. Do not rub on snow or massage a frostbitten area, since this may damage the skin. For severe frostbite, a physician should be seen as soon as possible so effective treatment may be started and gangrene prevented.

OILY SKIN, Sometimes more distressing than dry skin, oily skin often can be corrected by use of plenty of soap and water, avoidance of creams and greasy lotions. Go easy, too, on heavy powder or pancake makeup, always washing it off thoroughly at night. The main problem faced by many people with oily skin is acne. 

Skin care, Hair care, hair loss, shaving the hair how to prevent? infections - nail cutting

The root of the nail grows outward from pockets in the epidermis much as hair grows from a follicle. The nail is made up of living cells as far as the pale lunate, visible at the base of the nail. The rest of the nail, virtually all the visible portion, is made up of dead cells. Nail growth rate varies, depending upon such factors as age and season of the year. Nails tend to grow faster in young people and during summer months.

SKIN CARE Regular cleaning of normal skin with soap and water is desirable for both health and cosmetic reasons. Cleaning removes oily secretions, sweat, dead skin, and bacteria as well as any dirt present. There is no particular mystique about the cleaning process. A clean washcloth or complexion brush serves the purpose. Soap need not be massaged into the skin. It should always be rinsed off thoroughly. Normal skin tends to become dry with middle age, and a plain cold cream or oily lotion can be helpful. If the skin tends to be excessively oily, washing with a moderately drying soap two or three times daily and use of a non-greasy cleanser often will help. If the oiliness still persists, an astringent may be used two or three times a day on such oily areas as nose, chin, and forehead. If, however, any redness or unusual irritation develops, such preparations should be discontinued.

Germicidal soaps and antiseptics are not essential. Healthy skin is not bothered by germs that land on it. You should, of course, take proper care of cuts and scrapes.

SHAVING

Most men develop their own individual routines of shaving-and if they work well, if there are no problems of frequent cuts or infections, they need no change. For those, however, who do have troubles; a few guide- lines may be helpful. It is not commonly appreciated but actually the most effective beard softener in preparation for shaving is water. Two minutes' contact with warm water hydrates and softens bristles-and the warmer the water, the shorter the time needed. Soap or cream helps to accentuate and maintain the softness achieved with water. Apply the soap or cream after the water exposure, employ a sharp blade in a good quality safety razor, stretch the skin ahead of and in the path of the blade, and a good shave should result. After shaving, it is helpful to wash the face completely with warm water, and follow with an after-shave lotion. If you don't react well to Preventive Body Care perfumed lotions, ask your druggist to supply pure 70 percent alcohol. Finish the job with powder, especially over any areas that appear chafed. For cuts: Usually a small cut will stop bleeding if treated with cold water and some clean tissue paper.

By the time you have finished shaving, you should be able to remove the tissue gently with cold water and there should be no further problem. If there is, however, use a styptic. For infections: If there is any infection of the Face, shave around it. With infection present, discontinue using a shaving brush. Use a new blade for each shave, and shave non-infected portions of the face first. If infection covers a wide area, your physician may want you to continue shaving daily, even over the infection, in order that medicine he pre- scribes may penetrate more thoroughly into infected hair follicles. Electric razors: Men who use them insist that anyone who gives them a fair try will be converted.

For men with heavy beards whose work requires freedom from "five o'clock shadow," keeping a spare electric razor at work may be advisable. An often-useful procedure for men with excessively tough beards is to shave quickly with an electric shaver to remove 80 to 90 percent of the obvious stubble, then finish with lather and safety razor. This often produces an elegant result even with the toughest type of beard.