Do you struggle with Rosacea ?
Rosacea is a long-term inflammatory skin condition that causes reddened skin and a rash, usually on the nose and cheeks on people with lighter skin tones, and people with darker skin tones may see a brown or violet color on their face.
It's not known what causes rosacea; it is not caused by poor hygiene and it's not contagious.
Common triggers for rosacea include:
- Alcohol
- Spicy foods
- Hot drinks
- Sunlight
- Hot or Cold temperatures
- Aerobic exercise, like running
- Stress
Deciding on a Cleanser
Gentle cleansing is extremely important for skin with rosacea.
Twice-daily cleansing removes excess oil, environmental debris, bacteria and other microorganisms, as well as the residue from skincare and makeup products.
We have the SESDERMA – Sensyses Cleanser Ros to not only help you cleanse your skin and reinforces the skin’s natural defense system while balancing its pH.
Moisturizer for Rosacea
Rosacea often involves a defective moisture barrier in the facial skin as well as greater than normal trans epidermal water loss, that means the skin has trouble holding in moisture, leading to more water loss than normal, both of which may contribute to the skin’s irritability and susceptibility to inflammation.
In fact, about half of people with rosacea also experience dry skin.
Cold winter air or dry indoor heat can make things worse, as both can further dry out and irritate already-sensitive skin.
If you suffer from Rosacea with sensitive skin, you might want to try a moisturizer combined with a sunscreen, which may be gentler and less likely to cause skin irritation.
We suggest the NEOSTRATA – Daytime Protection Cream SPF 23 or the NEOSTRATA – Sheer Hydration SPF 40
Men could also use a moisturizer to help soothe the skin after shaving.
Choosing a Sunscreen for Rosacea
Everyday sun protection is a must for any skin type, but anyone with rosacea should be especially cautious.
There are two types of damaging rays: UVA rays age the skin and UVB rays burn it.
You should look for non-chemical sunscreens that contain zinc or titanium dioxide and deliver UVA/UVB protection with an SPF of 30 or higher.
Our suggestions are the ZO SKIN HEALTH – Sheer Fluid Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 or the HELIOCARE 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid!
People mistake Rosacea for Acne, Sunburn, or a Skin Reaction
If you are not sure what’s causing your skin condition, we recommend that you see a certified dermatologist. Rosacea can be mistaken for another skin condition, including Eczema or Seborrheic Dermatitis.
