How to Treat a Rosecea Face Rash
That blush might not be shyness, embarrassment or too much sun. It could be something quite serious. About 14 million Americans are affected by the facial skin disorder rosacea, that causes a red flush, visible blood vessels, pimples, and watery eyes. Rosacea can become disfiguring if left untreated. While there is no cure for rosacea, it can be managed with the proper medications, skin care, and treatments. Here is a guide on how to treat a rosacea rash.
Things You'll Need
- Prescription medications
- Mild facial cleanser for sensitive skin
- Moisturizer for sensitive skin
- Knowledge of rosacea triggers
Instructions
-
How to Treat a Rosacea Face Rash
-
1
Get rosacea diagnosed. In early stage rosacea, many people are unaware they have a skin disorder and believe the redness and pimples are caused by other things. Once you are diagnosed, your doctor will prescribe the necessary medications.
-
2
Start medication. Patients with redness and pimples are often given oral antibiotics and topical therapy to control the rosacea. After the initial antibiotic treatment, topical treatments are generally continued to keep the rosacea clear. People with visible blood vessels or a disfigured nose may undergo laser therapy or other surgeries to correct the blood vessels and nose. Antibiotics and ophthalmic therapy are used to treat rosacea eye problems.
-
-
3
Adopt a skin care routine for sensitive skin. Clean skin and moisturize twice a day. Gentle skin care routine - Apply a mild facial cleanser with your fingers. Do not use any facial scrubs or rough wash cloths. Rinse with cool water and gently blot the face dry with a soft towel. Next, apply a moisturizer designed for twice a day. After cleansing the face, use your fingertips to carefully smooth on a moisturizer designed for sensitive skin. Apply any topical medications. Make-up designed for sensitive skin can be used after the medication dries.
-
4
Identify your rosacea triggers and avoid them. Certain foods, cosmetic ingredients, and environmental factors can trigger rosacea flare-ups. The triggers can vary from person to person. Every person suffering from rosacea needs to identify her triggers. Many people found fragrances and irritating cosmetic ingredients such as alcohol, witch hazel, or salicylic acid made rosacea worse. Common things that can also aggravate rosacea are spicy foods, sun exposure, stress, hard exercise, and hot baths.
-
5
Protect your skin from the environment. Use sun screen. with an SPF of 15 or higher and reapply when needed. Reapply moisturizer when the face feels irritated or dry.
-
1
Tips & Warnings
If you suspect you have rosacea, consult with a dermatologist.
Keep your body cool when you exercise to avoid a rosacea flare-up from the heat and sweat. Run a fan or work out when the weather is cooler. Water aerobics and swimming are good exercise options for those with rosacea.
Drink plenty of water to keep your skin healthy.
