If you are a rosacea sufferer you’ll know that your skin is easily irritated and very sensitive. You will probably find it much better to use specially formulated rosacea skin care products that are gentle on the skin and will not make the symptoms worse. If you find a product results in a burning feeling then you should stop using it.

A few sufferers have discovered that skin care products containing salicylic acid, peppermint oil, clove oil or menthol have caused irritation of their skin so be extremely cautious if you use a preparation that contains these ingredients and use a very small amount at first to test the reaction of your skin.

Rosacea sufferers are usually more vulnerable to the rays of the sun which may cause outbreaks. It is important to always use a good quality sunscreen even on cloudy days for maximum protection. A sunscreen that  contains zinc or titanium dioxide is often preferable as these ingredients won’t inflame the skin.

Some Treatments for Rosacea

It’s essential, if you have symptoms of rosacea, that you see a dermatologist or other health care practitioner who will be able to prescribe a suitable treatment. The most common treatment that is prescribed is a course of oral antibiotics which is followed by medicines, in the form of lotions, gels or creams, that can help control the condition in the long term. These help to reduce inflammation that helps to clear up the redness associated with rosacea and can prevent flare ups.

The medications applied to the skin increase the effect of the antibiotics and improve control over the long term. Some drugs very often prescribed are metronidazole, azaleic acid and sodium sulfacetamide.

For sufferers for whom these treatments do not work or who have very severe rosacea perhaps with disfigurement, there are other options. Laser therapy can be used to heal the blood vessels that are visible on the skin, dermabrasion may be used or plastic surgery.

Dermabrasion is a procedure that removes the top layer of the skin which leaves it smoother and clearer. For sufferers with skin thickening, particularly in the vicinity of the nose, one successful option is plastic surgery which will repair areas that are severely damaged.

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Once the condition is controlled, over the counter skin care preparations can be used successfully. Specially formulated rosacea skin care products are available that are mild and non irritating, contain ingredients that have been shown to be valuable for sufferers and have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Some ingredients found helpful include Vitamin K and Willowherb. Willowherb has a long tradition of use for treating inflammation and burns and is excellent for lessening the redness resulting from by rosacea. Vitamin K is essential for blood vessel health and helps to heal the capillaries in the face.

Bio Maple has also been shown to be helpful in lessening redness and skin blemishes and can help to prevent the growth of bacteria. It’s extracted from maple trees and has a pH that is similar to that of skin.

Make Up

Women need to also take care when they apply cosmetics. Very heavy make up may clog up the pores and trap oil, which will promote the growth of bacteria. An oil free, light cosmetics is preferable.

In Conclusion

Even though rosacea can be a painful and embarrassing condition there are treatments available. In addition to using topical medicines, looking after your skin and being careful of the products you apply to your face, will result in a marked improvement.

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