Redness and Rosacea

Redness and Rosacea

Redness and rosacea are common skin problems, more common in patients with fair skin and a history of easy blushing. Flushing or persistent redness is most common on the central face: cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. Women are affected 3 times more often than men.

Correction

Step 1: Avoid triggers such as heat, alcohol, spicy food, sun, wind, extreme temperature change

Step 2: Laser therapy and/or IPL treatment to improve chronic redness

Step 3: Therapeutic skin care products to sooth sensitive skin and combat redness

Step 4: Moderate to severe rosacea may require prescription medication