Skin solutions: Rosacea
Rosacea is a fairly common skin condition, mostly affecting the face. It predominantly affects fair-skinned individuals but may appear in any skin type. Rosacea can start at any age from childhood onwards, but most commonly appears in young adults.
It is more common in women however, when affecting men, it may be more severe. It is a long-term condition, can persist for a long time and fluctuates from mild to severe. Rosacea mostly affects the cheeks, forehead, chin, and nose.
It appears as a persistent redness caused by dilated blood vessels, small bumps, and pus-filled spots similar to acne. There may also be uncomfortable redness and irritation of the surface of the eyes and eyelids.
So what causes Rosacea?
The cause of rosacea is not fully understood. Genetics, immune system problems and environmental factors may all play a part. Factors that trigger rosacea cause the blood vessels in the skin of the face to enlarge (dilate). The theory that rosacea is due to bacteria on the skin or in the gut has not been proven. However, antibiotics have proved helpful to treat rosacea. This is because of their anti-inflammatory effect. Rosacea is not contagious.
There are many triggers that may make rosacea worse. These include alcohol, exercise, high and low temperatures, hot drinks, spicy foods, and stress. Rosacea patients can also be sensitive to the sun.
Triggers
There are many triggers that may make rosacea worse. These include:
Alcohol
Exercise
High / low temperatures
Hot drinks & spicy food
Stress
Rosacea patients can also be sensitive to the sun.
Treatments I recommend
Dermalux LED Light Therapy sessions are brilliant as is a bespoke SKINSTORM facial session that will over time calm, regulate and create an anti inflammatory response to the skin.
Both these treatments should be taken regularly to help control future flare ups.
Products I recommend
Products I would recommend to help Rosacea are:
Soothing cleansing gel, Skin Repair, Redness Erase Drops, Hypo 21