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Posted 6/30/2013 9:23 PM (GMT 0)
Like a lot of people, I get awful anxiety rash. Others who have it will know that even if I feel perfectly calm, the rash always seems to appear when I'm talking to someone new, doing something that makes me feel awkward or in a situation where attention is focused on me. I get it huge down the left side of my face and under my eyes, all over my neck and chest, huge on my shoulders and all down my arms. It's awful, and unless I wear a snowsuit and balaclava, there's no way I can cover it up. I've tried a 'stop blushing' hypnosis but it only occasionally works. I suppose it's technically not blushing.

I'm not not keen on the idea of beta blockers, but I'm going on a date in a few days and I'm not going to be able to relax if I know I'm all blotchy and gross... Is there a self hypnosis download that someone can recommend for anxiety rash?

(Also it's more that I'm not able to use beta blockers but that I don't want to because, obviously, they slow your heart rate and nothing about that sounds good long term!)
Posted 7/1/2013 2:21 AM (GMT 0)
Hi amb and welcome back.

I am sorry to hear that you are still bothered by this annoying symptom.

What if anything has helped in the past besides the hypnosis?

Have you looked up any of your old threads on this subject to make sure that you have tried everything?

I am sorry, I am kind on out of ideas, besides trying to do calming breathing and relaxation exercises before your date.

I think that I would also try a good coverage mineral make-up on your face, and a summery scarf for your event.

I know that it is easier said than done, but try not to worry about the rash happening. If this guy is a good one...it won't even matter to him anyway.

I wish you the best. Let us know how it goes if you'd like to share.:)

S.C.
Posted 7/1/2013 3:04 AM (GMT 0)
Hey all, if you dont need this for HBP I would not use it, like you say it slows the heart down and keeps
it from racing, my personal take is its a poor med for anxiety, but its up to you and your doctor.

Larry ***
Posted 7/1/2013 5:15 AM (GMT 0)
I don't know how to control it, but I'm pretty good at hiding it if you'd like some makeup tips to pair with that summery scarf! :)

Sorry, that's the best I've got. Mine is pretty bad, too. I don't wear makeup on a daily basis because the way I apply it is too heavy for that and I just don't feel any better with makeup on if it's not covering the red. I've actually developed a habit of avoiding mirrors it's so bad - like looking directly at my hands the whole time I wash them, staring at the ceiling when I brush my teeth. lol
Posted 7/1/2013 10:05 PM (GMT 0)
Wow, I'm sorry to hear that! :( It really isn't fun.

Thanks for all your help everyone!
Posted 7/2/2013 7:17 AM (GMT 0)
Let us know how your date goes! :)
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