Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 This " snake oil " question has often disturbed me, though I have only purchased cea Ltd., which seemed to reduce acne but not diminish my redness. I am neveous because, based on testimonials from this group, I have ordered cure, even though I doubt it will help me. Am I being gullible or desperate? As far as I know, there is no watchdog groups monitoring these products. However, my understanding is that the FDA can regulate products that are classified as both a drug and cosmetic. Dandruff shampoo fits this definition, and so should most rosacea treatments. I have resisted filing any complaints with the FDA, Better Business Bureaus or state medical boards, because I don't want to risk getting a product banned that actually helps any rosacea sufferer. Maybe the National cea Society or a similar organization could publish a newsletter reviewing some of these non-prescription drug/cosmetics. It could survey people who have been diagnosed with rosacea. Of course people identities would be protected and participation voluntary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 This " snake oil " question has often disturbed me, though I have only purchased cea Ltd., which seemed to reduce acne but not diminish my redness. I am neveous because, based on testimonials from this group, I have ordered cure, even though I doubt it will help me. Am I being gullible or desperate? As far as I know, there is no watchdog groups monitoring these products. However, my understanding is that the FDA can regulate products that are classified as both a drug and cosmetic. Dandruff shampoo fits this definition, and so should most rosacea treatments. I have resisted filing any complaints with the FDA, Better Business Bureaus or state medical boards, because I don't want to risk getting a product banned that actually helps any rosacea sufferer. Maybe the National cea Society or a similar organization could publish a newsletter reviewing some of these non-prescription drug/cosmetics. It could survey people who have been diagnosed with rosacea. Of course people identities would be protected and participation voluntary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 This " snake oil " question has often disturbed me, though I have only purchased cea Ltd., which seemed to reduce acne but not diminish my redness. I am neveous because, based on testimonials from this group, I have ordered cure, even though I doubt it will help me. Am I being gullible or desperate? As far as I know, there is no watchdog groups monitoring these products. However, my understanding is that the FDA can regulate products that are classified as both a drug and cosmetic. Dandruff shampoo fits this definition, and so should most rosacea treatments. I have resisted filing any complaints with the FDA, Better Business Bureaus or state medical boards, because I don't want to risk getting a product banned that actually helps any rosacea sufferer. Maybe the National cea Society or a similar organization could publish a newsletter reviewing some of these non-prescription drug/cosmetics. It could survey people who have been diagnosed with rosacea. Of course people identities would be protected and participation voluntary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 I think a group like this is always a target for unscrupulous people who try to sell their products by pretending to be a sufferer who has found this marvellous cure. Sometimes the products are at least genuine, but they are more often " snake oil " and of no value. Anyone who reports to the group that they have found a great new product is going to be treated with a fair degree of suspicion, but I think we should save any nasty comments until we're sure what's happening. The fact that the product doesn't work for everyone is not a good enough reason to criticise the person - nothing works for everyone!! Barry Hunt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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