skin conditions Flashcards

(43 cards)

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what is ageing skin

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a break down of collagen and elastin fibers, loss of adhesion of hemidesmosomes. Melanocyte damage, vascular damage

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what does ageing skin look like

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wrinkles, fine lines, sagging, pigmentation, thin, fragile skin

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what nutrition for ageing skin

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avocados, salmon, tuna, protein, nuts and seeds

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what supplements for aging skin

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collagen, Vitamin A,B,C,E, omega-3

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what products for ageing skin

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retinol, SPF, vitamin c serum

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what professional treatments for ageing skin

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microneedling, LED peels, mesowaves

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what does rosacea look like

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persistent redness, flushing easily, visible capillaries, red bumps or pimples with no blackheads, stinging, burning

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nutrition for rosacea

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anti inflammatory diet, whole foods, antioxidants, avoid spicy foods, omega 3 rich foods

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what is rosacea?

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a chronic inflammatory skin condition, overactive immune system

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supplements for rosacea

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EFAS, vitamin C, B Zinc, Antioxidants

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Treatments for rosacea

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LED, hydrodermabrasion, laser therapy

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what is sensitive skin

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genetics, weakened skin barrier, environmental changes, hormonal changes, harsh skin care, medication

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what does sensitive skin look like?

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Redness, Tight, dry/rashes, itchy. burning, easily irritated

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nutrition for sensitive skin

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anti inflammatory diet, whole foods, antioxidants, avoid spicy foods, omega 3 rich foods.

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treatments for sensitive skin

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hydroderm, LED, aloe mask

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eczema what is it

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impair barrier function linked to immune system + fillagrin deficiency/dysfunction

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what does eczema look like

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redness, tight/dry/rashes, itchy/burning, easily irritated, reactive

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nutrition for eczema

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reducing gluten/lactose, anti inflammatory diet, whole foods, avoid spicy foods, omega 3 rich foods

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supplements for eczema

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EFAS, zinc, vitamin A,B,C

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acne what is it

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diet, hormones, medication, stress, environmental factors

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acne what does it look like

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redness, inflammation, uneven texture, scarring, pustules, paptules, blackhead, pigmentation, sore, oily, sheen

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nutrition for acne

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avoid trans saturated fats, dairy products, sugar, increase good fats, protein, fruits and vegetables

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supplements for acne

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Zinc, vitamin A,C EFAS

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treatments for acne

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LED - blue
high frequency
MMA mask

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Dehydrated skin what is it
environmental factors, lack of water, using harsh skincare, impaired skin barrier
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dehydrated skin what does it look like
tight, flaky, incomplete corneocyte compaction, dull rough texture, tiny fine lines
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nutrients for dehydrated skin
H20, fruit, veges, good fats/protiens
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supplements for dehydrated skin
EFAS, vitamin A+C
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Treatments for dehydrated skin
moisturise regularly
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menopause what is it
the process where a woman’s menstrual cycle permanently stops. Ovaries stop releasing eggs
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menopause what does it look like
irregular periods, hot flushes, mood swings, sleep disturbance, changes in skin and hair, night sweats, hyperpigmentation, vaginal dryness
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menopause nutrients
focus on calcium, vitamin D and omega 3 fatty acids, while limiting added sugars, processed, alcohol and caffeine
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menopause supplements
EFAS, omega 3, calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, ashwaganda
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menopause treatments
patches, LED, massage
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Puberty what is it
A natural process of physical and hormonal change in a child’s body becoming capable of reproduction
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puberty what does it look like
breast development, pubic hair growth, menstruation, voice deepening, change in bodies shape, bloating, tenderness. stretch marks
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nutrition for puberty
reduce saturated/trans fats decrease sugar increase good fats
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supplements for puberty
vitamin D, zinc, iron, EFAS, vitamin B
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treatments for puberty
LED, massage
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Stress what is it
stress from exams, work, home life
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what does stress look like physically
headaches, stomach problems, muscle tensions, dizziness, stomach tensions, dizziness, change in appetite
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nutrients for stress
focusing on whole foods, fruits, vegetables, protein
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supplements for stress
vitamin D, Magnesium, EFAS, ashwaganda, antioxidants, Vitamin C, rescue remedy