Skin Care Products for Radiated Skin
Can suitable skincare products be recommended to skincare clients undergoing radiation treatment?
According to Morag Currin, founder of Oncology Training International, OTI, here is the answer.
Yes! One highly recommended product combination for use on the skin during radiation is the Hale & Hush Hydrate Mask, followed by the Hale and Hush Broad Spectrum SPF 30 post-treatment.
Hush Hydrate gel is a delicate and moisturizing formula full of botanical extracts, antioxidants, and skilled inflammation fighters. The gel contains potent anti-inflammatory and an anti-allergic compound found in black rice, proven to comfort aggravated skin.
BENEFITS:
· Produces anti-inflammatory and anti-allergy effects to heal skin from the inside out.
· Supports moisture and protection against environmental-damage effects, offering detoxifying and brightening benefits.
· Soothes and cools skin immediately on contact.
· Can be used as a mask or a lightweight moisturizer.
Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is the perfect combination of sun, sensitivity, and age defense. Natural zinc oxide provides chemical-free broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection at the surface while a specialized amino acid and algae blend provides UV protection at the cellular level.
A high percentage (90%) of people undergoing radiation as part of their treatment for cancer, will experience radiation dermatitis (RD) which is confined to areas of skin that have been radiated, and the skin changes are sharply demarcated.
Radiation of the skin can lead to a complex pattern of direct tissue injury involving damage to cells of the epidermis and endothelial cells within the walls of blood vessels, and inflammatory cell recruitment.
Radiation dermatitis generally manifests within a few days to weeks after the start of radiation treatment. Its onset varies depending on the radiation dose intensity and the normal tissue sensitivity of individuals. It is confined to areas of skin that have been directly treated, and the skin changes are sharply demarcated.
Radiation-induced dermatitis can be classified as acute or chronic and is graded according to severity. As this skin condition moves from Grade 1 up to Grade 4 in severity, people are always seeking a topical product to provide relief. Grade 2-4 requires healthcare professional intervention.
Questions about Oncology Safe Skincare services can be answered by contacting Samantha Kool of Sava Face and Body for more information or to book your complimentary consultation.
References
Morag Currin, Founder, Oncology Training International Blog Post 6/26/2020
https://dermnetnz.org/topics/radiation-dermatitis/#:~:text=Acute%20radiation%20dermatitis%20occurs%20within,the%20severity%20of%20the%20reaction
