How to Reduce Rosacea Redness

People who suffer from rosacea know firsthand the embarrassment and frustration of facial redness and swelling. While flareups can't be totally eliminated, there are some ways to minimize the redness.

Things You'll Need

• Mild facial cleanser
• <br>Alcohol-free toner
• <br>Moisturizing cream with green tea extract

Instructions

1. Keep your face clean. Removing dirt, cosmetics and oil will keep your face free of irritants. Whatever cleanser you choose, should be mild to prevent dryness and irritation. A good one to try is Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Face Wash.

2. Keep you skin exfoliated by using an alcohol-free toner. Clogged pores and dead skin can cause blackheads and a lackluster complexion. Manual exfoliators, like apricot scrub, are too harsh for skin with rosacea. Alcohol can also overdry the skin and cause flareups and increased redness. Alcohol-free toners can remove dry skin and any cleanser residue without stripping the skin of its natural protective oil. Neutrogena Alcohol Free Toner is a good one to try.

3. Keep your skin moisturized. There are a multitude of moisturizers available, but a recent study showed that rosacea sufferers reported marked improvement in both redness and pustule appearance when treated with green tea extract. Apply the moisturizer twice a day to see the most improvement. Try Aubrey Organics Green Tea & Ginkgo Moisturizer.

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid rosacea triggers like excessive sun exposure, strenuous exercise, spicy food and alcohol.

• <br>If you suffer from a rosacea flare up, use a green-tinted concealer or moisturizer to reduce the appearance of the flare.