How to Get Rid of Red Skin
People commonly experience skin redness on their face and/or body. Red skin is often dry and itchy. In addition to being a nuisance, red skin can negatively affect an individual's self-esteem and confidence. Whether your red skin is the result of a medical condition or a reaction to irritants in your environment, familiarize yourself with these steps to help alleviate the problem and prevent future flareups.
Things You'll Need
- Prescribed oral and topical medications
- Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher)
- Moisturizer
- Cleansing products for sensitive skin
- Journal
- Green-tinted makeup products
Instructions
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Discuss your skin problem with your doctor. He may diagnose a skin condition such as eczema or rosacea, or he may test you for allergies to determine any triggers causing the redness. Oral antibiotics or topical creams containing corticosteroids, which prevent skin inflammation, may be prescribed. Follow your doctor's instructions regarding dosage and frequency when taking these medications. Surgical procedures may also be recommended; these may involve a laser or pulsed light sources if you suffer from visible blood vessels or accumulated excess red tissue.
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Daily apply sunscreen with an SPF factor of 15 or higher. Keep your skin moist by applying moisturizing cream daily, particularly in the winter. Whenever possible, apply moisturizing products immediately after taking a shower or bath.
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Wash your skin with products designed for sensitive skin; these will not scratch or irritate your skin. Avoid unnecessarily touching or scrubbing of the skin. Wash your eyelids with a product specially made for eyes.
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Keep a journal of your daily activities, the foods you eat and any environmental conditions that were present right before an exacerbation or flareup of red skin. Doing so can help you to identify factors that act as triggers. Make lifestyle modifications based on your findings.
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Tips & Warnings
Use green-tinted concealer and other makeup products to mask red skin.
