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The condition

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What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a chronic skin disease that presents as noticeable redness, obvious blood vessels, and sometimes tiny pimples similar to acne on the face. Frequently, the disorder manifests as outbreaks of redness and/or irritation of certain zones on the cheeks, nose, forehead or chin that are similar to cycles — a period when everything is calm can be replaced by an outbreak.

The exact cause of rosacea is not known, but there are probably hereditary and environmental factors. The most common triggers include: Sun exposure, Spicy food, Alcohol, Extreme temperature, Stress. Although it is more common in individuals who have fair skin and people aged 30 through 50, anyone can develop rosacea. In rare cases, rosacea signs and symptoms may also develop beyond the face, most commonly on the neck, chest, scalp or ears.

While there is no cure for rosacea, it can be effectively controlled with treatment and lifestyle changes. Treatment includes cosmetic creams, available by prescription, oral medications and lasers to decrease redness and flare-ups in combination with gentle skincare routines. These should not be the fundamentals necessary for skin management and any skin condition under control, as one should look at trying to avoid triggers in general, wear sunscreen daily and seek advice from a dermatologist with almost any skin health concern.

At the Harley Street Skin Clinic, we are pros at getting you to your facial and body goals. We are here to help you and our team of medical experts whether it be an invasive or noninvasive procedure.

What Does Rosacea Look Like?

Different types of rosacea look different, but common characteristics include:

Flushing: frequent or persistent redness of the skin on the face, often resembling a sunburn without any apparent reason.
Visible blood vessels: Tiny blood vessels (telangiectasia) near the surface of the skin can become visible.
Bumps and Pimples: Red bumps or pus-filled pimples may also appear that look too similar to acne.

Symptoms
When to See a Doctor
Causes
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The symptoms

Skin redness

This is when facial skin looks permanently red with a tendency to flush over cheeks, nose, chin and forehead; in other words Red Ice.

Visible Blood Vessels

Spider angiomas or telangiectasia: Tiny dilated blood vessels can be seen on the surface of the skin creating a spider-like pattern.

Bumps and Pimples

They can look similar to acne but generally are associated more severe symptoms with swelling and irritation, some also occur near acne or in place of it.

Thickened Skin

The result is rhinophyma, a bumpy skin texture and nose enlargement due to the most extreme type of acne rosacea is.

When to see a doctor?

Symptoms Diagnosis

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Persistent redness on your face from rosacea? Our experts can assess it.

If you are experiencing persistent facial redness, then rest assured we’re here to help and at Harley Street Skin Clinic, we are one of the best in treating rosacea. If you have been treating your rosacea at home with no luck then or are worried about the blood vessels not getting better or other signs that will not go away, it might be time to come in and see us.

With the help of our expert dermatologists, we can examine and treat your unique disorder with appropriate solutions to control or get rid of severe symptoms of redness.

It can really help to see an expert especially if you’re experiencing regular flare-ups or other symptoms such as sore eyes. Harley Street Skin Clinic uses cutting-edge technology to provide effective treatment options that can deliver relief. Rely on us to provide expert guidance, top solutions and a new lease of confidence.

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The causes

What causes are related to rosacea?

Both genetic and environmental factors have been found to cause rosacea. Although the exact pathophysiology is not yet understood, common triggers include sun exposure, hot or spicy foods, alcohol, temperature variations and emotional distress. Sun damage, aggressive skin care products, and alcohol or spicy foods can cause redness and visible blood vessels and brown skin, along with other inflammatory aggravators that typically accompany traditional rosacea. In some cases, though, being born with certain genetics makes you more likely to develop it.

The risk factors

What are the risks associated with rosacea?

It may further lead to persistent facial redness as well visible blood vessels and thickening of the skin which can all together lead you to a low self-esteem socially. In more severe cases, a crooked nose or eye irritation may ensue. If left untreated, symptoms can exacerbate, so the earlier you intervene and treat your Hemiplegic Migraine, the better you will be able to manage your condition.

The complications

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Understanding Rosacea Complications

Rhinophyma
You might start to notice a larger, bumpier nose that is not in balance with the rest of your face
Ocular Rosacea
This type of rosacea affects your eyes, causing them to feel irritated and look bloodshot or watery.

Persistent Skin Redness
Constant redness on your face can seriously dent your confidence and dampen the way you feel in company.
Visible Blood Vessels
Small blood vessels may seem below your pores and skin supplying the appearance of spider-webs in addition to blemishing your complexion.

The prevention

So how to avoid rosacea flare-up?

Avoid triggers such as spicy foods or extreme temperatures and control stress levels. It can also be managed by using mild skincare products and proced sun protection measures like daily sunscreen.

Manage Your Skincare Routine

Take care of your skin gently to prevent deterioration of rosacea plugins. Acne can make it difficult to have even the smallest touch, so you want to choose products that are formulated specifically for sensitive skin such as gentle cleansers and exfoliants.

Sun Protection Face Mask

The best way to prevent flare ups is keeping your skin away from harmful UV rays.

What is the way to save your skin from Sun?

Use a sunscreen that is broad-spectrum, SPF 30 (or higher), and Water-Resistant on a regular basis, in addition to protective clothing such as hats. Avoiding the sun and getting in the shade can also reduce your rosacea.

Avoid Extreme Temperatures

Avoid hot showers, saunas and icy winds if you will be moving from one extreme temperature to another, do so gradually and apply a soothing moisturizer to act as a barrier against the damaging elements of both hot and cold.

What top tips are there for learning to deal with stress for the benefit of your skin?

Do some stress relieving work-outs like exercise, meditation or hobbies. One of the biggest ruses that make rosacea sufferers worse is an inability to manage stress.

Prioritize Adequate Sleep

A consistent healthy sleep pattern is important to help manage stress and maintain overall skin health, thereby preventing rosacea and skin inflammation too.

Stay Hydrated

Being properly hydrated means that you have taken proper care of your skin health.

Why does hydration matter in treating rosacea?

Based on research, water aids in keeping skin hydrated and helps the natural barrier of your epidermis. Lack of adequate moisture is often associated with skin diseases, with dryness, flakiness or a higher chance of skin to become irritated and inflamed.

Prefer Using Hydrating Skin Care Products

By including moisturizing serums and creams in your regimen, you will seal in moisture and reinforce the protective barrier of the skin which assists to control symptoms related to rosacea.

Limit Alcohol Intake

Avoiding large amounts of alcohol can prevent flare-ups of rosacea.

How can cutting back on alcohol benefit your rosacea?

As alcohol has the potential to dilate blood vessels (vasodilation), this might enhance rosacea symptoms, thus limiting his intake could be beneficial for redness and itch of rosacea treatment, improving skin health in general.

Choose Alcohol Alternatives

Choosing non-alcoholic drinks or the beverages with minor alcohol concentration can make some reduction in those reactions to darker skin, so it will harm less to your skin.

So how to avoid rosacea flare-up?
What is the way to save your skin from Sun?
What top tips are there for learning to deal with stress for the benefit of your skin?
Why does hydration matter in treating rosacea?
How can cutting back on alcohol benefit your rosacea?