Red Neck

[Straight Arrow]

I am hoping to get some good advice from the collective genius of this forum. I've been DE shaving for three months. I used electrics for many years prior. The years of electric razor abuse have resulted in a permanent, ruddy, red skin-tone on both sides of my neck. I know it sounds like razor burn but this is something altogether different. First, it is always present even if I abstain from shaving for several days in a row. Second, there is no pain involved as one would experience with razor burn. I was hopeful that proper DE shaving would help to alleviate the condition but so far, no luck. If anyone shares this problem or has discovered a way to reduce the redness, please share your knowledge.

[Kyle]

This is a stab in the dark, but you might try a daily (before bed) application of rosehip seed oil. I have been using it off and on for quite some time now and have found that it helps to fade out sun spots and minor scars. It is some really interesting stuff and great for the skin.

[Woknblues]

These products work very well. the company Eucerin has the same parent company as Nivea, but this is the "medical product division" where Nivea is the "cosmetic division". Many hospitals/clinics use a variety of their creams.

http://www.eucerinus.com/products/face_err_dailylotion.html

[Bakerloo Line]

I don't want to be alarmist, but you should have it checked by a dermatologist. I've had rosacea for a few years now, and I use a prescription ointment that keeps it down. My cheeks and nose were affected, but since I've been using the stuff (metrocream) there's no redness.

The bad news is that rosacea's not curable, so you just have to keep treating it. I also wear sunscreen - if I'm out in the sun the redness gets exacerbated.

Just a thought.

[Straight Arrow]

Thanks Kyle, Wok, and Bakerloo Line for your suggestions and advice. I appreciate the responses and will post my experiences and results.

[skydivemd]

... you should have it checked by a dermatologist...

+1 If it is Rosacea it is quite manageable with either a cream or pill -- and if it isn't then the Dermatologist may still be able to recommend a course of treatment or extra gentle moisturizer...

rick