Are choosing QR8 Mediskin’s online skincare program to manage flare-ups and reduce redness
If you’re like others suffering the dry, red, itchy, bumpy, rash around your nose, mouth, chin (and sometimes even eyes!) that is a hallmark of perioral dermatitis, you’ll also understand how frustrating it is to treat.
Perhaps you’ve felt confused by conflicting advice about how to treat perioral dermatitis and wonder what the most safe and effective treatment is.
And, you may be tired of spending hundreds of dollars on skincare products, supplements, and antibiotics, only to see your perioral dermatitis continually reappear.
You’re not alone. We see many perioral dermatitis sufferers, and they tell us their similar frustrations with treating their skin. But, there is an answer. And it begins by understanding that perioral dermatitis can be treated with an individualised approach.
QR8 Mediskin is a doctor-prescribed and nurse-supported skincare service designed to address your specific perioral dermatitis challenges with evidence-based perioral dermatitis treatments that are simple to use (just a few minutes each day).
Our online skincare team gets to know you and your skin (using a detailed questionnaire combined with a secure video consultation) and prescribes a science-backed treatment from a choice of 20+ evidence-based ingredients that are targeted and blended for your specific skin condition.
As part of your treatment you also receive comprehensive skincare recommendations and ongoing support from our dermatology nurse via SMS, phone, email, and or video call.
Perioral Dermatitis (PD) is a frustrating skin disease that can become chronic, and relapse is common. It’s more accurate name is ‘Periorificial Dermatitis‘ (POD) as it frequently involves the skin around other facial orifices such as the nose and eyes, not just the mouth and chin.
PD is an increasingly common condition involving impaired skin barrier function. Initially, a trigger disturbs the skin barrier and increases transepidermal water loss (TEWL), leading to dry skin in the affected area (usually around the mouth, not involving the lips).
Often the discomfort of dry skin leads people to introduce active cosmetic ingredients to combat this, producing further irritation, burning pain, itching and redness, with clusters of tiny, 1-2mm acne-like lesions, overlying red, dry, scaly skin.
Many people mistake these lesions for acne or maskne (mask acne), and add anti-acne or anti-fungal treatments to their routine, further drying and irritating the skin, and making matters much worse. Without treatment, the lesions typically fuse together into larger areas, and can spread from the mouth to the creases leading up to and around the nose, and even the lower eyelids.
PD most often affects light-skinned women in their 20s-30s, although increasingly observed in all skin types, genders and ethnicities, with use of active cosmetic products becoming commonplace in both sexes, especially after-shave in men. An estimated 1 in 100 people experience a PD episode each year.
The majority of people affected by PD also have a history of hayfever, eczema and/or asthma.
For those susceptible to PD, a number of possible causes have been suggested, although what exactly causes perioral dermatitis is not well understood. It’s thought that a combination of a person’s genetics, their environment, and their immune system’s response to triggers all play a part.
The range of reported triggers involves everything from long term term use of inhaled, oral and topical steroids, fluoridated and anti-tartar toothpastes, overuse of cosmetic actives that irritate the skin (sometimes even high SPF sunscreens), sunlight, exposure to cold winds, hormonal factors (some people notice their PD worsens around their period, when taking the contraceptive pill or during pregnancy), to dental fillings, and even chewing gum. Different microbiological causes have also been suggested, where the skin microbiome is disrupted – such as overgrowth of certain bacteria, yeasts like Candida albicans or a skin mite called Demodex folliculorum.
What we do know is that Perioral Dermatitis can get out of control quickly without starting the right treatment early. Click HERE to see what can happen.
An impaired skin barrier may predispose people to PD. Perioral Dermatitis sufferers are thought to be ‘hyper-reactors’ and have impaired skin barrier function and increased transepidermal water loss compared to non-PD-sufferers, therefore their response to triggers is heightened.
Read more about the important job your skin barrier does HERE and what an impaired skin barrier looks like HERE.
Prolonged mask wearing can cause irritation that can trigger Perioral Dermatitis. But PD and Maskne can also be two different skin conditions. PD is often confused with acne, eczema, contact dermatitis, rosacea or seborrheic dermatitis, so diagnosis by an experienced doctor is essential to receiving the correct treatment.
Many of the treatments for these other conditions can cause periorificial dermatitis to become worse, leading to long periods of discomfort and an unsightly rash.
Perioral Dermatitis can be tricky to diagnose & manage. If this all makes your head spin, don’t worry – the most important part of perioral dermatitis treatment is ensuring that you’re getting diagnosed accurately, treated quickly, and have ongoing support and detailed advice on hand for when you need it.
Read more about Maskne HERE.
Steroid creams generally make a perioral dermatitis rash look less angry for a few days, but cause it to flare much worse when the steroid is removed.
Sometimes this cycle is repeated multiple times before consulting a doctor experienced in treating Perioral Dermatitis – so the dermatitis is severe before even beginning an appropriate treatment! At Qr8 Mediskin we use treatments designed to reduce inflammation, without the need for a topical steroid cream.
Oh, and in case you’re tempted to try home remedies like apple cider vinegar or anti-dandruff shampoo to treat your Perioral Dermatitis – there’s absolutely zero evidence that they do anything (other than burn already tender and damaged skin).
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Tell us about your health and the challenges you’re having with your skin. Snap 3 photos of your skin following our simple instructions HERE
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Schedule a Secure Video Consultation with one of our Aussie Doctors to diagnose your skin. Consults available 7 days a week, 7am-9pm.
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If you’re suitable for treatment, your very own custom treatment will be made-to-order just for you, and shipped within a week.
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Receive your personal skincare routine and recommendations from our expert nurses and dermal therapists, get access to our exclusive Support Hub and evidence-based resources and virtual events, join in live discussions, and receive ongoing personal support via SMS, phone, email, or video call during your 3-month treatment cycle.
Our Perioral Dermatitis creams include a combination of calming, soothing treatment ingredients designed just for you.
Sometimes a low dose antibiotic (we call this ‘sub-antimicrobial’) is prescribed to help with inflammation, without impacting your gut or genital microbiome.
We even have pregnancy-safe options!
Dr Michele Squire, PhD scientist and former healthcare executive and Registered Nurse, recognised the crucial synergy between medicine, science and skincare in treating chronic skin concerns. In 2019, she established Qr8 (pronounced ‘curate’), a ground-breaking venture aimed at offering video telehealth-delivered medical consultations and uncomplicated skincare guidance rooted in scientific evidence. By promoting evidence-based medicine and combining it with the kind of expert support known to significantly improve treatment outcomes for patients, Qr8 empowers patients to make informed decisions about their skin and get results.
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Having experienced acne in her late teens and twenties, Dr Ambi can relate to patients experiencing chronic skin conditions. She finds it incredibly rewarding when patients are satisfied with the care they have received, and also loves to see the happiness that comes when her patients receive good results.
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Dr Yeshika focusses on what the patient is trying to achieve and adapts their treatment according to their individual lifestyles. She loves to see long-term and returning patients who are happy with their results, and she finds this to be the most rewarding part of her practice.
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Dr Alicia understands that treating skin can be both transformative and life-changing. When skin conditions are impacting a person’s daily life, she finds it rewarding to see the enormous difference that successful treatment can make to a patient’s confidence and wellbeing. She also like to empower patients by giving them the tools to manage their skin conditions long term.
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Dr Jeremy is holistic, thorough, and willing to take the necessary time and care to ensure his patients are empowered to take charge of their health. He specifically enjoys seeing patients enjoy positive results and become empowered to make better decisions for their skin and wellbeing.
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Dr Sharon enjoys building long-term relationships with her patients and seeing the positive impact of their skin transformation and over-all well-being through personalised care and targeted skin treatment plans. She also loves making her patients feel comfortable during consultation, and leave feeling confident in their ability to look after their skin with the right professional guidance and advice. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with family, interior design and floristry.
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Dr Kathy combines science and evidence-based practice with a warm and compassionate approach to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients. She enjoys seeing the holistic benefits for patients that come with achieving great skin health and providing patients with the knowledge and tools to empower them to maintain great skin for life.
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I enjoy truly listening to a patient’s concerns and creating a relaxing environment where they feel heard and valued. My kind & approachable nature allows me to build strong relationships and trust, while my eagerness to help and offer support ensures each patient receives personalized and compassionate care tailored to their needs.
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Dr Sarah has a warm and empathetic approach to her practice and listens deeply to ensure that she can work with patients to get to the root of the problem and arrive at an effective solution together. She finds being trusted with her patient’s stories and seeing how simple changes can make a world of difference to be the most rewarding part of her practice.
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Dr Maanasa enjoys being able to support patients on their clinical journey and build meaningful theraputic relationships with them. She is personable, friendly and approachable, and provides a judgment-free zone for patient interaction and support.
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Nurse Natasha works closely with Nurse Kristen to help patients receive the highest calibre of support possible. If you have questions, she is your go-to alongside Nurse Kristen!
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Kristen is an integral part of our Qr8 MediSkin Skincare Support Team. If you have questions, need skincare product recommendations, or help setting up a simple but personalised skincare routine to support your prescription treatment, Kristen is your skincare guardian angel.
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I have been a pharmacist for 14 years, owned and worked in a variety of Pharmacies including NCC for the last 10 years. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife, 4 kids & dog and also swim, bike and running. I find compounding pharmacy a rewarding profession because of NCC’s ability to customise medicine for any type of patient. I often find ourselves solving challenges which standard medicine couldn’t and the gratitude from Patients is very humbling.
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