Skin specialist

ladiesman216

Can anyone recommend a skin specialist (dermatologist/clinic/quack!) that I could go to see about my razor burn on my neck!
I've tried every suggestion you can get from google but I'm just convinced that there has to be some cure.

Thanks

yer man!

ladiesman216 wrote: »

Can anyone recommend a skin specialist (dermatologist/clinic/quack!) that I could go to see about my razor burn on my neck!
I've tried every suggestion you can get from google but I'm just convinced that there has to be some cure.

Thanks

Have you seen your GP? might be a good place to start. They can give you options should they not be able to provide for you.

ladiesman216

I feel it's a very trivial thing to be going into a GP about.

yer man!

ladiesman216 wrote: »

I feel it's a very trivial thing to be going into a GP about.

Well then count out a derm, they're about €150 a pop......

tan11ie

You will only need to see a Gp if it is infected, you can buy hydrocortisone in the chemist to clear up the rash just be careful not to over use as it thins the skin.If you prefer the natural route pop into one of the health shops and they will advise you on a cream.

In the mean time make sure you're not reacting to the gel/cream that you're using while shaving.Check that your razor is sharp, that you're shaving in the correct direction (down not up) Avoid heavy pressure and ease off the after shave.

uberalles

Know anyone in the uk that can get you "simple derma" lotion? I had similar and this stuff is amazing. Available OTC in uk only not in ireland. Natural. Very effective and very cheap. Check out boots uk web site. Costs approx 6 sterling.
It's the derma range. Contains canola oil = natural. Amazing stuff

ladiesman216

uberalles wrote: »

Know anyone in the uk that can get you "simple derma" lotion? I had similar and this stuff is amazing. Available OTC in uk only not in ireland. Natural. Very effective and very cheap. Check out boots uk web site. Costs approx 6 sterling.
It's the derma range. Contains canola oil = natural. Amazing stuff

I always get excited when I read something like this.
But I have tried every lotion under the sun and nothing worked for me.
Would you have had a similar experience? It's not spots, just the red irritation.

I actually went to a dermatologist bout 5 years ago and he said 'grow a beard'!! 150 euro for bout 3 mins!!!!
I still believe there has to be a solution.
Can you get laser hair removal on your neck??

ladiesman216

uberalles wrote: »

Know anyone in the uk that can get you "simple derma" lotion? I had similar and this stuff is amazing. Available OTC in uk only not in ireland. Natural. Very effective and very cheap. Check out boots uk web site. Costs approx 6 sterling.
It's the derma range. Contains canola oil = natural. Amazing stuff

I always get excited when I read something like this.
But I have tried every lotion under the sun and nothing worked for me.
Would you have had a similar experience? It's not spots, just the red irritation.

I actually went to a dermatologist bout 5 years ago and he said 'grow a beard'!! 150 euro for bout 3 mins!!!!
I still believe there has to be a solution.
Can you get laser hair removal on your neck??

Milly33

Interesting, my friend gets this too I like to call it skank..Only messing but was wondering what it was. Tried a bit of fucidin on it and i think it went down a little but would be interested if you did find something that works..

tan11ie

ladiesman216 wrote: »

That hurts milly

Uberalles...any chance of a reply to my question for you....?!!

If you have tried everything and I mean everything logical then to be honest consider laser...you won't find a magic cream to stop this...your skin is irritated.

laser treatment is costly and takes many sessions before you see results.

Milly33

Oh i was only messing really sorry tis just I get really bad heat rash on my hands and I call it skank so that is where it started.. If we do come across any treatment will let you know

Milly33

It is ok I am back with info. Pants I am after forgetting the name of the cream, it is an over the counter cream you get it in a plain white tub..I shall get it when i go home but a little of that to bring the rash down followed by some tee tree oil has worked wonders

Milly33

it is Silk cocs base phew that was driving me nuts. Just mix the two together and sorted.. Silk cocs works on bringing the rash down and the t tree for the fungal properties if there is any or just as a antiseptic

ladiesman216

Ok so I got some derma intensive cream and it worked....for about a week....then back to razor burn city again!! It's like my skin just adjusts to anything I put on it and becomes immune to it!!
Milly wthat is a 'silk cocs base' and where do I get it??

Anyone else got and other suggestions?? Pleases...

Dingle_berry

ladiesman216 wrote: »

Ok so I got some derma intensive cream and it worked....for about a week....then back to razor burn city again!! It's like my skin just adjusts to anything I put on it and becomes immune to it!!
Milly wthat is a 'silk cocs base' and where do I get it??

Anyone else got and other suggestions?? Pleases...

I'm assuming its irritation from the derms response, have you considered a second opinion? If you have any faith in them, or are desperate, try going to a holistic therapist. Some are covered by health insurance.
Have you tried letting the hair grow out for a while, on holidays etc? Did the irritation stop? What stuff are you putting on the skin? Soaps, shaving stuff, aftershave? Even water can irritate skin. And the cheaper products for sensitive skin contain the same ingredients as others with extra to suppress mild reactions, so they are just as bad. If it were me I'd try letting the area alone for a while if possible, to let the irritation go away (or do ice packs help?). then switching to more natural stuff like Sukin shower gel, shampoo and Lavera for men shaving stuff. You'd only find them in good health stores like the one on grafton st beside McDonald's

ladiesman216

Dingle_berry wrote: »

I'm assuming its irritation from the derms response, have you considered a second opinion? If you have any faith in them, or are desperate, try going to a holistic therapist. Some are covered by health insurance.
Have you tried letting the hair grow out for a while, on holidays etc? Did the irritation stop? What stuff are you putting on the skin? Soaps, shaving stuff, aftershave? Even water can irritate skin. And the cheaper products for sensitive skin contain the same ingredients as others with extra to suppress mild reactions, so they are just as bad. If it were me I'd try letting the area alone for a while if possible, to let the irritation go away (or do ice packs help?). then switching to more natural stuff like Sukin shower gel, shampoo and Lavera for men shaving stuff. You'd only find them in good health stores like the one on grafton st beside McDonald's

I tried leering it grow for about 2 weeks but couldn't handle the itchiness,
What would a holistic therapist do?
I use that shaving oil and some some shaving foam for 'sensitive' skin.
I might try that shop on grafton street actually...

Speedsie

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Milly wthat is a 'silk cocs base' and where do I get it??

Anyone else got and other suggestions?? Pleases...[/Quote]

Silcock's base can be bought in any chemist. It can be used as a soap substitute and is recommended for people with eczema.

Cheap as chips... huge tub for under a fiver!

Dingle_berry

ladiesman216 wrote: »

I tried leering it grow for about 2 weeks but couldn't handle the itchiness,
What would a holistic therapist do?
I use that shaving oil and some some shaving foam for 'sensitive' skin.
I might try that shop on grafton street actually...

Did letting it grow for a few days reduce the irritation/redness?
Depending on the holistic therapist they could change the cosmetics you use or prescribe treatments eg a homeopath. People will probably start screaming "quack" at me now that I've mentioned the h word but I say it's worth a try.
Depending on what's in the shaving oil it could be the cause. I think Lavera do a nice shaving cream (dark blue box with silver writing. They also do a really nice smelling deodorant).
What is it like if you get a hot towel shave?
Do not apply aftershave or eau du toilette to the area after shaving. Splash the area with ice cold water, or even better apply a damp ice cold face cloth to it for a few minutes, re-wetting it when it gets warm. Put on a little Lavera aftershave balm or Sukin moisturiser

Milly33

sorry only seeing your question now. And yes what speedies said.. It is a great little secret..Boots defiantly do it or any chemist really you will just have to ask at the counter. Himself has had no sign of it coming back since he used it..And he stopped using it once the rash dissapeared ..

ladiesman216

Milly33 wrote: »

sorry only seeing your question now. And yes what speedies said.. It is a great little secret..Boots defiantly do it or any chemist really you will just have to ask at the counter. Himself has had no sign of it coming back since he used it..And he stopped using it once the rash dissapeared ..

So what do I miss the base cream with again? Tea tree oil?!

Milly33

ladiesman216 wrote: »

So what do I miss the base cream with again? Tea tree oil?!

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Yep just the standard stuff you get in any herbal shop or chemist also. The tea tree acts against the infection and the cream to clear up the rash as such. Put the tea tree on first then the cream or mix in your hand the cream melts fairly fast... best of luck with it I know it really annoyed himself

Dingle_berry

Milly33 wrote: »

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Yep just the standard stuff you get in any herbal shop or chemist also. The tea tree acts against the infection and the cream to clear up the rash as such. Put the tea tree on first then the cream or mix in your hand the cream melts fairly fast... best of luck with it I know it really annoyed himself

If its not an infection the tea tree oil will irritate it more/worse. Especially if you use too much of it, it can be very potent!

uberalles

ladiesman216 wrote: »

I always get excited when I read something like this.
But I have tried every lotion under the sun and nothing worked for me.
Would you have had a similar experience? It's not spots, just the red irritation.

I actually went to a dermatologist bout 5 years ago and he said 'grow a beard'!! 150 euro for bout 3 mins!!!!
I still believe there has to be a solution.
Can you get laser hair removal on your neck??

"Know anyone in the uk that can get you "simple derma" lotion? I had similar and this stuff is amazing. Available OTC in uk only not in ireland. Natural. Very effective and very cheap. Check out boots uk web site. Costs approx 6 sterling.
It's the derma range. Contains canola oil = natural. Amazing stuff"

Why not try this first?

I had a painful red rash that would last 3-5 days then disappear.
It would appear in different places of only my face. It could be neck, behind ears, sides of mouth etc.

This is it see boots.co.uk site.
http://www.simple.co.uk/products/Derma-Intensive-Relief-Cream-125ml-133.aspx

We now use it on our child as well. Its magical stuff.

Milly33

Dingle_berry wrote: »

If its not an infection the tea tree oil will irritate it more/worse. Especially if you use too much of it, it can be very potent!

Yeah but youd know straight off i have still yet to hear of anyone allergic to tea tree, it cant do it any worse than sticking some chemical on it