Beauty Tips

Rosacea is a skin disorder that is often mistaken for severe acne or a sign of alcoholism. For those who suffer from this disorder, it is very difficult. It is a chronic medical condition with no cure
The symptoms are very real and can cause lifelong emotional damage if left untreated and can be quite physically painful. However, the symptoms of rosacea can be managed.

What are the symptoms of rosacea? If you experience any of the following signs, you should consult a dermatologist right away. 1) Red or inflamed areas on the cheeks, forehead, nose, or chin 2) Visible blood vessels in the facial area 3) Pimples or bumpy areas on the face (other than whiteheads or blackheads) 4) Cheeks look flushed, but are not warm to touch (although sometimes is warm to the touch) 5) Watery eyes or irritated eyes in conjunction with the symptoms mentioned above 6) Thickening of the skin (occasionally) 7) Swelling of facial areas 8) Over time, the nose may appear extremely red and bulbous, especially in older men 9) Sometimes rosacea appears on the chest, scalp, ears, or neck

The exact cause of rosacea is not yet known at this point in time. It commonly shows up in both women and men sometime between 20 and 40 years of age. Some women can become isolated if left untreated because of the embarrassment of their appearance, plus the physical pain that many times goes with it. Men are sometimes emotionally affected as well.

First and foremost to cope with rosacea, see a dermatologist who has helped others with this skin disorder. Rosacea can go into remission if you are careful to adhere to the plan recommended by your doctor. There are several lifestyle changes that can be made to ensure that the flares of rosacea won't occur as often or as severely. Limit your exposure to sun and wind. Try to keep stress levels at a low and make lifestyle changes accordingly to accommodate that. Avoid alcohol, hot drinks & spicy foods. If you enjoy a bath, use warm or cool water instead of really hot water. Try low-impact forms of exercise instead of high impact ones, which can bring on a prolonged facial flush. Try to exercise in cooler conditions or air conditioned rooms. Hot weather will worsen rosacea signs.

Some people have found some success with some home remedies containing green tea, Chrysanthellum Indicum, Niacinamide (a form of vitamin B3), or Azelaic Acid have been claimed to help rminimize the look of blood vessels and red capillaries when applied topically.

Some people who suffer from rosacea react to hot beverages or spicy food. If this is true for you, try warm beverages and not so spicy food.

Makeup is okay, but make sure to wash your face thoroughly at the end of the day with a non-abrasive cleanser. Use warm, (not hot), water to rinse your skin. I have found natural mineral makeup to work well for me personally.

Men should use an electric razor rather than a blade to shave each morning. Follow up with a fragrance-free moisturizer.

Rosacea can be a debilitating skin disorder. However, if it is managed properly, it doesn't have to rob you of a fulfilled and wonderful life.

About the Author
By Rachel V. Rae had lovely skin as a teen, then in her 30's developed skin rosacea . She writes to teach people about this little known skin condition and the beauty challenges it presents.