Rosacea FAQs
The exact cause of rosacea is unknown, although a number of possible factors have been suggested, including;
Abnormalities in the blood vessels of the face
Reaction to microscopic mites commonly found on the face
Genetics
Lifestyle influences
Most rosacea sufferers will have had oily/acneic skin as a teenager, have flaky skin (commonly mistaken for dry skin) and find that their flare ups start to get worse around the age of 30.
While there is no cure for rosacea we can very effectively manage the condition using cosmeceutical skincare and HydraFacial treatments specifically tailored towards the skin condition.
No, rosacea cannot be cured and will not go away on its own.
No, there is no cure for rosacea, however we can very effectively manage the condition using cosmeceutical skincare and HydraFacial treatments specifically tailored towards the skin condition.
Red/flushed skin that is reactive to temperature changes and can flare up when consuming triggering food or drinks
Flaky skin (commonly mistaken for dry skin), this is due to an over stimulation of skin cycles resulting in dead skin being visible on the surface of the face
Oily skin/acne, not everyone will have acne rosacea but oil production is a very common among rosacea sufferers
Vascular rosacea – Red areas of skin, sometimes small blood vessels are visible
Inflammatory rosacea – Facial redness, red bumps and pus-filled spots
Phymatous rosacea – Thickened skin, may become bumpy, particularly on the nose.
It can be, however rosacea is a complex disease with both genetic and environmental influences. It does not have a straightforward pattern of inheritance. Studies suggest that people with rosacea are four times more likely to have a family history of the disorder than people without the condition.
Trigger foods/drinks – Most commonly spicy food, alcohol, sugar and high saturated fat diets
Exercise – Many people with rosacea will find their skin becomes extremely red during exercise
Temperature changes – Hot and cold weather can cause vasoconstriction & vasodilation which can cause rosacea to get worse
Using the wrong products – Using thick, oily, perfumed products can cause the skin to flare up
Stress & menstruation – Hormone changes and stress can also cause flare ups
HydraFacial and cosmeceutical skincare. We have devised a specific protocol which we have used on hundreds of rosacea sufferers and had consistent success. The key product we use topically and within our HydraFacial treatment is a clinically proven product called Rozatrol from ZO Skin Health.
We find that 6 monthly HydraFacial treatments using the Rozatrol booster and using the topical product at homes yields significant and long lasting results on rosacea.
ZO Skin Health Rozatrol Treatment serum. It is clinically proven to normalise skin by reducing excess surface oil. Exfoliating properties provide ultra-mild exfoliation to prevent the signs of premature ageing while advanced amino acid complex helps to restore skin to a more radiant appearance.
Do be aware of your triggers such as certain food and drinks and try to avoid them
Do use oil controlling products such as salicylic acid and exfoliators to improve skin health and natural exfoliation
Do have a HydraFacial, this is the best treatment to help to manage rosacea and improve overall skin health
Don’t use products for ‘sensitive skin’
Don’t use thick, oily, perfumed products on your skin
Don’t use thick, heavy makeup
While drinking is essential for your overall health, including skin health, there is no definitive research supporting the claim that drinking water will treat rosacea.
While there is no cure for rosacea we can very effectively manage the condition using cosmeceutical skincare and HydraFacial treatments specifically tailored towards the skin condition.
HydraFacial and cosmeceutical skincare. We have devised a specific protocol which we have used on hundreds of rosacea sufferers and had consistent success. The key product we use topically and within our HydraFacial treatment is a clinically proven product called Rozatrol from ZO Skin Health.
We find that 6 monthly HydraFacial treatments using the Rozatrol booster and using the topical product at homes yields significant and long lasting results on rosacea.
Sadly there is nothing you can do to prevent rosacea as there is no known cause for it, however having a high active ingredient cosmeceutical skincare routine, refraining from excess drinking and smoking and using an SPF 50 daily are all good practices in looking after your skin health.
GP’s will usually recommend steroid cream and antibiotics, while these may yield short term results they will not cure rosacea and cannot be used long term. Using a high quality cosmeceutical skincare routine and having regular skin health treatments such as HydraFacial are far more effective at controlling rosacea and can used long term.
Prices will vary based upon your location, the quality of the machine being used and the experience of your practitioner. Head to our price list to see pricing of our HydraFacial treatments which are the most commonly recommended treatments for rosacea.
