Lupus miliaris disseminatus faciei (LMDF) is a rare inflammatory dermatosis that primarily affects young adults. It is characterized by an asymptomatic papular eruption mainly involving the central face, typically lower portions of the eyelids, the lower portions of the forehead, the nasolabial folds, the cheeks, and the perioral areas. Lupus miliaris disseminatus faciei (LMDF) has a spontaneously resolving course (within 1-2 years) but has the potential for scarring. Treatment is difficult and there is a lack of controlled studies. What is the treatment for Lupus Miliaris Disseminatus Faciei? Tetracyclines (doxycycline and minocycline) are the first-line treatment for Lupus Miliaris Disseminatus Faciei (LMDF), but they are not consistently effective. Many other…

Lupoid or granulomatous rosacea is a special form of rosacea which along with the typical rosacea symptoms features monomorphic red papules and yellow-brown and nodules on the cheeks and periorificial areas. What are the different treatments available for Lupoid or Granulomatous Rosacea? Lupoid or granulomatous rosacea isn’t easy to treat and the only officially approved systemic treatment is tetracycline or doxycycline. Isotretinoin (10-20 mg daily) can help recalcitrant lupoid or granulomatous rosacea. Topical azelaic acid, metronidazole, ivermectin, benzoyl peroxide, brimonidine, pimecrolimus, dapsone, azithromycin, corticosteroids, systemic corticosteroids, and systemic minocycline can also help. Another treatment is ALA–PDT (5‐Aminolevulinic acid‐photodynamic therapy): this is a study that was conducted where the patient received…

Lupoid perioral dermatitis is a special form of perioral dermatitis with dense aggregations of red-brown papules which display a lupoid infiltrate on diascopy (a piece of clear glass or plastic is pressed against the skin and the observer looks directly at the lesion under pressure). There are various treatment options from avoidance of all topical substances to different topical treatments. Cases resistant to therapy require systemic treatment, which, however, is an off-label use. In one case, lupoid perioral dermatitis was treated with systemic therapy with isotretinoin over a period of 6 months.

Perioral dermatitis is a very complicated skin condition that a lot of people face and there is really not much information about it online. This post contains everything there is you need to know about perioral dermatitis and by the end of this post you will have figured out what works for you. So, let’s begin. What is Perioral Dermatitis? Perioral dermatitis is a red or pink rash that appears around the mouth, the folds of the nose, and occasionally the eyelid. It can be itchy, burning, dry, scaly, or flakey. There can also be persistent grouped tiny erythematous papules, papulovesicles, and papulopustules sometimes on the background of pink, scaly or…

Fungal dermatitis or Intertriginous dermatitis is caused by moisture being trapped in skin folds. A dark warm area along with skin-on-skin friction will harbor fungus, bacteria, and yeast. The symptoms typically include itching, odor, and burning. Commonly affected areas include skin folds on the belly or thighs, under the breasts, armpits, and groin. However, It can happen anywhere where is moisture against the skin with a lack of air circulation. Most people suffer from yeast or candida skin infections in the perineal, buttock, and groin areas. Some symptoms of yeast infection are red, pimple-like bumps, with severe itchiness. How to recognize Fungal Dermatitis? Fungal dermatitis shows up as patches of erythema…

Perineal dermatitis also known as incontinence-associated dermatitis, irritant dermatitis, moisture lesions, and diaper rash is an inflammation of the skin in the perineum (area between the tops of the thighs), perigenital areas, buttocks, gluteal fold, thighs, lower back, lower abdomen, and skin folds (groin, under the large abdominal apron, etc.). Perineal dermatitis can cause changes in the skin barrier including burning, itching, discomfort, pain, vesiculation, or tingling in the affected areas. Pain may be present where the epidermis is intact. How is Perineal Dermatitis recognized and assessed? In individuals with light skin, perineal dermatitis appears as erythema which can range from pink to red. In individuals with darker skin tones, the…

In this post, we will be talking about the best moisturizers for milia-prone skin and how you can find one that should be suitable for you. We choose each moisturizer based on how commonly it was used, tested, and recommended by people with milia-prone skin. All of these moisturizers are gel or water-form, lightweight, non-greasy, and oil-free. Our Pick: 1. Neutrogena Face Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin This is a water-based face moisturizer that is suitable for sensitive skin even for milia-prone skin. It does not make the face look greasy and it absorbs quickly into the skin. Rating Price 10/10 $ Pros: Cons: What ingredients does it contain? Water, Glycerin,…

In this post, it’s going to be about the best moisturizers for lupus skin and how you can choose one that should be suitable for you. We made a list of moisturizers for the face, body, lips, and hands. How did we choose? We choose each moisturizer based on how commonly it was used, tested, and recommended by people with lupus skin. All of these moisturizers are made for dry, sensitive skin. Our Pick: 1. La Roche Posay – Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Body Moisturizing Cream This is a moisturizer that can be used for very dry sensitive skin and has been recommended by people with lupus skin. Rating Price…

Today we will be talking about the best exfoliators for milia and how they should be more effective at removing it than using retinol. Important note Do not use them near the eyes or on the eyelids. They are meant to be used for milia on the cheeks, chin, and nose. Our Pick: 1. The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution This is more like a toner and exfoliant that can be used for treating milia and is a product that people with milia-prone skin have recommended. It helps with uneven skin tone, textural irregularities, and dullness. It is also cheap and the pH of this formula is approximately 3.6.…

Today’s post, it’s going to be about the best retinol creams for milia and if any of them would be suitable for you. Important Note: If you currently have milia, then retinol creams can take time to remove them and you will have to be patient. A better option would be to go to a dermatologist and extract them. After extracting the milia, you can then use the Retinol creams to prevent milia and keep them from coming back. If you need stronger retinoids, then tretinoin and adapalene can help. Another thing we’d like to add is these creams shouldn’t be used near the eyes or eyelids. They are meant…