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Rosacea treatment
rosacea · acne rosacea · facial redness · broken facial veins · couperose
Rosacea is long-lasting redness of the face, sometimes with pimples and tiny visible veins. It cannot be cured once and for all, but it can be kept well under control.
When your face often flushes and burns, and pimples appear on the cheeks and nose.
⏱ Duration: the visit usually takes 20 to 30 minutes; treatment lasts weeks and months
Be sure to tell your doctor
How to prepare
- Skin. Come to the visit without makeup.
- Products. Bring the creams and cosmetics you use.
- Photos. Take a photo of your face during a flare-up.
What to bring
- A photo of your face during a flare-up
- The creams and cosmetics you use
- A list of your medicines
How it goes
- The doctor asks questions and examines your facial skin
- Sometimes looks at the skin under magnification
- Explains what makes rosacea worse
- Prescribes a cream, gel or tablets
- For visible veins may suggest laser or light treatment
- Chooses gentle care and sun protection
What you'll feel
- The exam is painless
- Treatment works gradually, usually over several weeks
Afterwards
- Use sunscreen every day
- Wash with a gentle cleanser, no scrubs
- Write down what triggers redness and avoid it
- Do not stop treatment if you do not see the effect right away
Contact a doctor straight away if
- Severe eye pain, sensitivity to light or worse vision: see a doctor urgently
Common questions
Is rosacea caused by poor skin care?
No. It is a trait of the skin. Care helps, but it is not the cause.
Can I wear makeup?
Yes, gentle makeup without irritating ingredients. The doctor can advise what to look for.