What Is Rosacea?
Rosacea is most commonly seen as a redness or blushing of the skin and can also include tiny broken blood vessels on the surface of the skin. It is normally found on the face and can often make the skin feel dry. It is more likely to be found in women, however symptoms are often more severe for men. Flare ups can be caused by a number of factors. Common triggers may include spicy food, cheese, alcohol, caffeine, change in temperature or as a result of exercise.
Types of Rosacea
Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea
Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea often presents itself as a reddening of the skin. This may be a general blushing or the appearance of small broken blood vessels in the outer layer of skin.
Papulopustular Rosacea
Papulopustular Rosacea may start as small pimples often red or pink in colour, however this may develop into small whitehead spots or pustules. In the most extreme cases small bumps may appear. It can often be misdiagnosed as Acne.
Phymatous Rosacea
Phymatous Rosacea often appears as a thickening of the skin. It most commonly effects the nose causing it to seem bumpy or swollen. This type of Rosacea is more frequently found in men,
Ocular Rosacea
Ocular Rosacea is a form of Rosacea effecting the eyes. This may make the eyes more serious causing them to appear blood-shot or watery. Ocular Rosacea is often over-looked due to the link between skin condition and the eyes being unknown.
Can You Prevent Rosacea?
As Rosacea can flare up and is often different between people, it is difficult to find what may help each person individually.
- Limiting alcohol can often be a way of improving Rosacea. Alcohol is one of the most common triggers for Rosacea, especially among men.
- Protecting the face from extreme weather. Cold temperatures and exposure to wind are often found to cause Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea.
- Simplifying your skin routine and using natural products can help. By over-using a number of skin care products can cause the condition of the skin to change and increase the chances of Rosacea.
- Stress or anxiety may be a cause of flare ups.
- Diet can be a way of reducing Rosacea. Whether this is avoiding spicy food or improving the diet in general and eating healthier, this can have a surprising impact on the condition of your skin.