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What is Rosacea? How to understand the skin condition better
Rosacea Awareness Month aims to increase understanding and awareness of this skin condition. Facial redness is a common skin concern that can lead to severe skin conditions, such as rosacea or couperose, or if not treated in its early stages. This is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
Rosacea is a long-term common skin condition, the symptoms can start to appear gradually and intermittently and then be more consistent and prominent every day. In this blog, we would like to share our knowledge about this condition and how skincare can help to ease the condition.
What is Rosacea?
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the face, causing redness, flushing, bumps, and visible blood vessels. It can also cause burning, stinging, and sensitivity.
Rosacea and Chronic redness (erythematous) are common skin conditions characterised by the appearance of patches of redness and telangiectasias, which occur when dilated blood vessels become visible and show through the skin.
What causes Rosacea?
The precise cause of rosacea is not entirely clear. Certain triggers are known to dilate blood vessels in the facial skin, leading to rosacea. Genetics, immune system dysfunction, and environmental factors could all be contributing factors. Rosacea is not caused by poor hygiene and is not contagious. The redness of the area is due to an increase in blood flow that occurs when the small superficial vessels located on the dermis’s surface lose elasticity and end up dilating without returning to their normal size. Visible redness and telangiectasias are due to an abnormality in the function of the facial venous system or an allergy to microscopic mites that live naturally on the skin.
Various factors may exacerbate Rosacea symptoms and are often associated with exposure to certain triggers, common Rosacea triggers include; sun exposure, spicy food, alcohol, hot beverages, hot/cold/windy weather, stress/anxiety, hormones, and strenuous exercise.
Types of Rosacea
• Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea
• Papulopustular rosacea
• Phymatous rosacea
• Ocular rosacea
What are the symptoms of Rosacea?
Most people with rosacea will be affected by frequent or continuous facial redness which mainly affects the cheeks and chin. Flushing of the skin can regularly flare up which sees the skin become red and warm. This often occurs at impromptu moments and may only last for a short period of time. Additionally, the skin may be generally sensitive, and facial redness can be accompanied by a burning or stinging sensation.
The progression of rosacea can lead to small pus-filled spots (known as pustules). These usually develop on the cheeks these are much smaller than the spots seen in those with acne. Frequent flushing of the skin causes the blood vessels to dilate, and when this happens on a regular basis it can lead to the development of a thread vein – a red/purple strand-like lesion.
How can I ease the symptoms of Rosacea?
Understanding what triggers your symptoms can help so that you can avoid or at least try to reduce them. Your daily skincare routine is key so that you are using the right products to help ease the symptoms. Experienced skincare professionals can advise an ongoing skincare routine of suitable products that improve the overall condition of the skin for a calmer, clearer, and brighter complexion.
What are suitable skincare products for Rosacea?
Some of the heavy emollients or cosmetic skincare products can be too heavy or harsh for delicate rosacea and chronic redness skin. Looking at more natural-based but active skincare products that can help alleviate the discomfort associated with this particular skin condition will be more beneficial. Our top 5 reducing facial redness and Rosacea skincare products are:
1 – iS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum
Contain pharma-graded scientifically advanced Vitamin C time-release technology combined with a superior form of olive leaf extract and pure vitamins A & E this clinically proven formula delivers our highest-ever antioxidant protection and exceptional healing properties. Helps reduce redness and inflammation associated with cystic acne, rosacea, and dermatitis. To find out more about iS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum
2 – pH Formula CR Recovery
A unique combination of active ingredients working synergistically to assist in speeding-up skin recovery, and maintaining overall skin health. CR Recovery strengthens the skin’s natural defence mechanisms essential in the treatment of sensitive skin. Superior anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the skin. This is a prescriptive product and therefore you need to find a pH Formula-authorised clinic to give a consultation to check suitability. There is in-clinic pH formula resurfacing treatments that work in synergy with this serum. To find out more about pH Formula CR Recovery
3 – HYPO21 Skin Purifying Spray
HYPO21 is the perfect skincare solution to soothe and support your skin. Based on the science of Hypochlorous Technology (HOCl), this highly-effective, electrically-charged signaling solution mimics the essence of your body’s natural defense system. HYPO21 Skin Purifying Spray is made of PURE HOCl. HOCl is a natural part of our internal defense system, produced by white blood cells. To find out more about HYPO21 Skin Purifying Spray
4 – Environ Derma-Lac Lotion & ACE Body Oil
These are multi-purpose products from Environ, don’t be put off that they are used exclusively on the body as there are not, this great combination works really well as a skincare routine for Rosacea skin. Mix a small amount (couple drops) of each in the palm of the hand and massage into the face. These help to reduce inflammation and nourish the skin.
To find out more about Environ Derma-Lac
To find out more about Environ ACE Body Oil
5 – SVR Laboratories Sensifine AR Cream
This rich anti-redness moisturiser enriched with green pigments instantly cools, soothes & neutralises redness & rosacea for lasting comfort.
To find out more about SVR Sensifine AR Cream for normal to combination skin and SVR Sensifine AR Rich Cream for dry skin
An experienced skincare professional can advise on what products are best suited for you, why not book an online consultation with us to help you find the best skincare products for Rosacea that will help your skin. Book online skin consultation.
