Rosacea is a chronic skin disorder of unknown causes that is controllable. Rosacea sufferers go through periods of flare-ups, and periods of remission where symptoms can disappear entirely although the condition is not cured.
External factors such as sun, cold weather, hot weather, and wind can worsen rosacea. Those who suffer from rosacea should wear sunscreen and hats, use calming alcohol-free toners in the summer to keep skin cool, and protect their faces with soft scarves in the winter.
While different individuals are sensitive to different things, alcoholic beverages, caffeine, chocolate, citrus fruits, spicy foods, liver, cheese, hot beverages, and soy sauce are some that are considered aggravators.
Avoid ingredients that are commonly associated with irritation such as: witch hazel, alcohol, peppermint, fragrance, peppermint, clove oil, menthol, eucalyptus oil, and salicylic acid. Exfoliants and astringents also exacerbate rosacea and sensitive skin. In order to clean the inflammatory lesions of rosacea, try medical therapy. However, laser treatments are the most effective of clearing redness and blood vessels. Contact the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery for a referral to a laser specialist.
Oral antibiotics such as minocycline, doxycycline and tetracycline may be recommended for a short period thus avoiding the undesirable side effects of long term antibiotic therapy.
Do not use alkaline cleansers or any scrubs or grains. Also avoid using astringents, alcohol, exfoliants, and many essential oils, for example eucalyptus, peppermint, menthol, as well as topical steroids, witch hazel and products with heavy fragrance.
Recently the FDA approved Oracea for treating inflammatory lesions of rosacea. It is by prescription. Oracea can also be combined with topical therapies and laser treatment to lessen redness.
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