Rosacea Skin Care Products

Rosacea sufferers frequently have easily irritated and sensitive skin so it is important to choose products for the skin that are mild and non-irritating. Any product that produces a stinging or burning sensation should be avoided. Many people have reported that products containing salicylic acid, clove oil, eucalyptus oil, menthol and peppermint have irritated their skin. Always choose rosacea skin care products that are mild and contain no ingredients that can cause irritation.

Sufferers should also use a good sunscreen as exposure to the sun can result in flare ups of the condition and they may be more susceptible to sun damage. Some sunscreens may cause irritation of the sensitive skin so in this case sunblocks containing titanium dioxide or zinc can be used instead.

Rosacea Skin Care Products

All products used on the skin should have anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory ingredients. Extracts of Willowherb are often used in rosacea skin care products as this has healing properties. It has been used for many years to treat inflammation and heal burns and can reduce the redness of the skin present in rosacea sufferers. Vitamin K is also helpful in treating rosacea as it is an important vitamin for blood vessel health so is effective in helping to heal the tiny capillaries of the face.

For women an important consideration is to choose suitable cosmetics that are oil free and designed not to block the pores (non-comedogenic). Heavy make up that traps in oils and clogs pores is best avoided as it will encourage bacteria to multiply. Skin care products specially made for rosacea sufferers should be used as they are gentle and contain no irritating ingredients and often contain Willowherb and other ingredients that will help to treat the condition.

Some Ingredients Used in Rosacea Skin Care Products

Willowherb is a major ingredient in many rosacea skin care products including facial gels, moisturisers, serums and sprays. It is soothing on the skin and has excellent anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It reduces redness and can help to reduce any irritation and pain associated with this condition. It also has anti-microbial properties and is an anti-oxidant.

Bio-Maple™ is a purified extract from the maple tree. It is very gentle on the skin with a pH similar to that of the skin it maintains the natural ph of the skin to help prevent the growth of bacteria and helps to reduce irritations and skin blemishes. It also rehydrates and helps to repair the skin.

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Rosacea Treatments

Anyone suffering from rosacea should be under the care of a dermatologist who will prescribe the best treatment. However there are many things that a sufferer can do themselves to help alleviate their symptoms. The most important of these is to take not to put anything on the skin that will cause irritation and to protect the skin from the sun at all times. Many rosacea skin care products are available that are soothing to the skin and contain natural ingredients to help in the healing process and to reduce redness.

Dermatologists usually start with a combination treatment. Initially drugs are used to have a quick effect and to bring the worst of the symptoms under control. A short course of oral antibiotics is prescribed including erythromycin, tetracycline, minocycline and azithromycin which help to heal the pustules often associated with rosacea and control flare ups.

Rosacea Treatments

Topical medicines are then used to boost the effect of the antibiotics and to keep the condition under control in the long term. The most common medicines used are sodium sulfacetamide with sulfur, azaleic acid and metronidazole. They can be prescribes as creams, gels or lotions and are effective at reducing redness of the skin. they have an anti-inflammatory effect and are also anti-oxidants and will reduce the occurrence of flare ups.

Some sufferers may find that they do not respond well to the above treatments or may have a very severe from of rosacea that has led to disfigurement. In these cases other options are available. These include laser therapy to treat the visible blood vessels, dermabrasion and plastic surgery. Dermabrasion leaves the skin smoother and clearer by removing the affected top layer of the skin. Plastic surgery is used to remove the excess tissue that can build up with rosacea and repair any badly damaged areas of the face.

Looking After Your Skin

Properly cleansing the skin is important for long term care and to reduce flare ups. Mild cleansers that will not irritate the skin should be used and there are many rosacea skin care products that are made especially for sufferers of this condition. They should be non abrasive and chemical additive free. Do not use harsh wash cloths on the skin as this can damage the sensitive skin even more. Always use a high factor sunscreen when out side, even on dull days.

Conclusion

Although there is no cure for rosacea the symptoms can be effectively controlled through the use of topical medicines and appropriate rosacea skin care products.

Natural Remedies to Help in the Treatment of Rosacea

Rosacea can be mistaken for acne and many sufferers initially try to treat the condition with acne OTC preparations. These products may contain alcohol, acids, irritating ingredients and many different chemicals and will only make the rosacea worse as the skin is already sensitive. it is not recommended to treat rosacea yourself using OTC remedies. Rosacea can worsen considerably if not treated until it develops into inflammatory rosacea so needs to be treated by a doctor.

Some natural rosacea remedies that can be used in addition to professional treatments for rosacea are detailed below. Consult your medical health care provider before using any of the methods as they may interfere with other rosacea treatments you may be using.

• Apply cold compresses to the area affected


• Gently tone the face with diluted witch hazel


• Drink grape or apple juice


• B vitamins are thought to help the condition


• Boil some chamomile in distilled water, cool and use on the affected areas. keep the liquid in the fridge


• Aloe can be soothing to reddened skin

Rosacea Skin Care Treatments - Intense Pulsed Light

Examples of rosacea treatments include laser and Intense Pulsed Light treatments. Laser are well known for removing unwanted hair and for some medical conditions and for the removal of tattoos and dark spots on the skin. Another technique related to this is the use of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) which is used to treat skin conditions either on its own or in combination with laser treatments.

IPL can be used to treat the redness of the skin often experienced by rosacea sufferers. Lasers produce light of a single wavelength but IPL instruments produce a pulse of light in a carefully controlled range of wavelengths. IP is often used to treat the redness of skin followed by the use of lasers to treat larger swollen blood vessels that may be present on the chin, cheeks and nose. After a few treatment with IPL many people report that they blush much less readily.

Redness of the facial skin can make people embarrassed and awkward in social and business situations and if it is very severe can have a marked effect on people's social and working lives. In addition many people associate redness and the appearance of visible blood vessels on the skin as signs of alcoholic abuse and this can be very distressing for sufferers of rosacea.

Although IPL is a 'cosmetic' treatment, removing the redness and visible blood vessels is very important for the mental well being of many rosacea patients. Rosacea sufferers should always be careful to protect their skin from the sun as this can make the redness and irritation worse.

IPL can also be used to remove freckles, liver spots and brown residue and markedly improves the appearance of skin damaged by the sun or from aging. Many people have a much better mental outlook after treatment, start to look after themselves better and generally have a more positive outlook on life.

Rosacea Symptoms

Rosacea is a common condition that affects mostly caucasians but can affect members of other races. The first symptom is usually redness and flushing, known as erythema, of the cheeks, forehead and nose but occasionally it may affect the scalp, ears, chest and neck. After the first symptoms appear there are a number of other symptoms that my develop including a semi permanent erythema, small red bumps called papules and pustules, irritable red eyes, dilation of surface blood vessels of the face, known as telangiectasia and stinging or burning sensations inthe affected areas.

Rosacea is often mistaken for acne vulgaris or seborrhoeic dermatitis although it can also exist at the same time as these conditions. Rosacea is primarily a condition affecting the face so symptoms appearing in other areas suggest either a different diagnosis or another condition present at the same time as rosacea.

Rosacea can affect both men and women but it is much more common in women and affects mainly those between the ages of thirty and sixty. people with fair skin that has a tendency to blush or flush easily are thought to be at most risk. Although more women develop rosacea symptoms can be more severe for men. A famous male sufferer of rosacea was W.C.Fields who developed a bumpy swollen nose, a condition known as rhinophyma.

There is no known cause of rosacea and to date there is no cure. There are treatments to relieve the symptoms however and anyone who suspects they have rosacea should consult a dermatologist. Many rosacea skin care products are available that are specially formulated to be gentle in the sensitive and often irritated skin of a rosacea sufferer.

What are the Major Symptoms of Rosacea?

• Facial redness or flushing that may be intermittent - this is often an early sign of rosacea.


• Redness that persists and resembles sunburn or a blush that is permanent.


• Pimples filled with pus or small red bumps. These may be mistaken for acne but the absence of blackheads indicates rosacea rather than acne.


• There may also be some stinging or burning.


• Small blood vessels visible on the skin surface.
  

What Other Symptoms May be Present?

• Irritated eyes - ocular rosacea is a condition where the eyes are bloodshot or watery and may be irritated or feel gritty. Eyelids may sell and styes may develop. Severe cases may result in damage to the cornea if medical treatment is not given.


• Thickening of the skin - Excess tissue may reault in the skin enlarging and thickening. This is particularly common on the nose, affecting men more than women.


• Red plaques may develop


• Rough dry skin on the central part of the face


• Edema (swelling) of the face

Rosacea Skin Care Products

It is important if you suffer from Rosacea to choose cosmetics, cleaners and other skin care products that are mild and non irritating. never use products that cause any stinging or burning. Rosacea skin care products often contain Bio-Maple™ which is soothing and healing for the skin and helps to control bacteria growth. Willowherb is a tried and tested ingredient to reduce redness in rosacea sufferers and has excellent anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Willowherb is effective in reducing redness and irritation and other symptoms that affect the skin of rosacea sufferers.

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