Rosacea: how to care for your skin every day?

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Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that mainly affects the face, especially the cheeks and nose. It manifests itself as transient or persistent redness, the appearance of small blood vessels and/or acne-like pimples. These visible signs are often accompanied by sensations of discomfort such as tightness, tingling, even burning or pain. A skincare routine adapted to the sensitive skin of rosacea helps to soothe symptoms and restore skin comfort, making you feel better.

Simple everyday gestures

  • Gentle cleaning

    Why?

    Daily cleansing removes sebum and impurities that can aggravate skin irritation.

    How?

    • Use a mild, soap-free cleanser suitable for sensitive skin prone to redness.

    • Apply gently with fingertips, using circular movements.

    • Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean cotton towel.

  • Apply an anti-redness moisturizer

    Why?

    Rosacea makes skin sensitive and easily irritated, so choosing the right cosmetics is key to soothing and limiting the symptoms of the disease.

    How?

    • Use moisturizing cosmetic products specifically formulated for sensitive skin prone to redness.

    If applying medication to treat rosacea, the medication should be applied before the moisturizing anti-redness product.

    • Do not apply cosmetics containing irritants such as alcohol, perfumes, fruit acids (glycolic acid), exfoliating or astringent products.
    • Test skincare products a few days before applying them to your face, to make sure they are not irritating.

  • Year-round sun protection

    Why?

    The sun is one of the main triggers of rosacea: exposure to UV (ultraviolet) rays can trigger the onset of symptoms or aggravate existing signs.

    How?

    • Seek shade, especially between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.

    • Wear protective clothing and a hat.

    • Apply a high SPF50+ sun cream daily to exposed areas, even on cloudy days. 

  • Opt for psychological support

    if rosacea is a hindrance to daily life

    Why?

    Rosacea can be a daily challenge and a source of complexes due to its visible appearance and disturbing symptoms.

    How?

    Several sources of support are available for discussing the psychological impact of rosacea:

    • Friends and family.

    • Specialists such as psychologists.

    • Support groups on social networks for sharing experiences.

    • Sophrologists for emotional and stress management.

What are the main triggers of rosacea?

  • Climatic factors: sun, wind, cold.

  • Strong emotions or stress.

  • Beverages: alcoholic, hot.

  • Spicy foods.

  • Heat sources: hot baths, sauna, hammam.

  • Intense physical exercise.

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The right gestures to mask redness

  • Cleanse and moisturize skin before applying make-up.
  • Use dermatologically tested make-up suitable for sensitive skin.
  • Use a green concealer stick or pencil to mask redness (green neutralizes red).
  • Regularly clean make-up brushes and sponges.
  • Always remove make-up.

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