How To Take Care of Rosacea Prone Skin
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that affects over 16 million individuals in the US. It typically affects your cheeks but can also be found on the skin on the other areas of the face such as the nose, eyes, chin, and forehead. Rosacea can appear as a red rash on areas of the face and sometimes a red nose and or symptoms similar to acne.
Rosacea has no “cure” necessarily; however, there are many ways to help you take care of your rosacea-prone skin and relieve its symptoms.
Know what triggers it
Most people have certain things that trigger their conditions. To protect your skin against rosacea flare-ups, it is important to determine the factors that can trigger your skin condition. Here are some of the items that you may need to avoid as they are the common cause of rosacea flare-ups.
- Extreme temperatures
- Spicy foods
- Alcoholic beverages
- Skincare products with fragrance, harsh exfoliants, and essential oils
- Stress
- Types of exercise
Keep your skin regimen simple
Choose products that are mild and fragrant-free. Using a gentle cleanser and a moisturizer will help alleviate your symptoms. Use lukewarm water when washing your face and make sure not to rub your skin harshly.
Don’t forget sunscreen
In most cases, the heat of the sun is not good for people with rosacea. It can inflame your skin and worsen the redness. So, before you go out, make sure to apply enough sunscreen to protect your skin. Be careful with the sunscreen you use though as some products still contain ingredients that can irritate. Go for sunscreens that contain physical blockers and niacinamide, as it can reduce redness in the skin.
Consider laser treatment
Many dermatologists have widely used laser treatments such as Erbium YAG, Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL), CO2 lasers, and others in treating the symptoms of rosacea. The laser treatment will target the blood vessels in the face and eliminate them. Thus, reducing the redness and swelling in the area. According to the American Academy of Dermatologists, patients who undergo laser treatment have noticed a 50%-70% reduction of rosacea symptoms after one – three treatments in a span of five years.
