Soothing Rosacea
Battling with rosacea is challenging. Maybe you suspect because your skin is sensitive that you have rosacea. If so, you aren’t alone. According to studies done by the National Rosacea Society, an estimated 415 million people are affected by this common skin condition and 82 percent of them are currently untreated.
What is rosacea and what does it look like?
Rosacea is a chronic but treatable condition that primarily affects the central face and is often characterized by flare-ups and remissions. Most people who get rosacea are:
- Between 30 and 50 years of age
- Fair-skinned, and often have blonde hair and blue eyes
- Likely someone in their family has it
- Have had severe acne
Certain factors and triggers like environment, lifestyle, and using the incorrect products can be managed, but consulting a dermatologist or a physician is recommended.
In addition to choosing the right skincare for supporting skin health, there are also a few things you’ll want to avoid if you struggle with flare-ups.
- Avoid - products containing alcohol, witch hazel, or synthetic fragrances
- Avoid - exfoliators like salicylic and alpha-hydroxy acids
- Avoid - using hot water on face
- Avoid - waterproof makeup that takes a lot of additional cleansing
- Avoid - pulling, touching, and tugging the skin
- Avoid - all physically abrasive exfoliants and dermabrasions
Rosacea is individual and what causes a flare-up in one person may have no effect on another. Everyone has unique triggers, and it is important to learn what works best for YOUR skin!
What ingredients are helpful for rosacea?
Choosing the right skincare products can be a very important factor when addressing rosacea. Those that struggle with this condition can make a visible difference in managing rosacea and improving the look of their skin with consistent, gentle skincare. Using products with anti-inflammatory ingredients like aloe vera, chamomile, colloidal oatmeal, rosehip oil, hyaluronic acid, sweet almond oil, argan oil, and niacinamide.
Elemar True Beauty Product Picks for Rosacea Skin
For soothing skincare, these gentle formulations contain only what you need to support your skin.
Heavenly Silk Cleansing Oil - Choose your cleanser with care keeping in mind that non-soap cleansers may be the best option.
HydraGlow Daily Moisturizer - moisturizer is a key for preventing the burning, stinging, itching and irritation often associated with rosacea, as well as building a strong moisture barrier to help keep out impurities and irritants that may aggravate sensitive skin.
References:
New Study Finds 415 million People May Suffer from Rosacea Worldwide by The National Rosacea Society