Suffering with rosacea can be an extremely distressing and embarrasing condition. This is because your skin can look so dry, red and flaky that you look like your are sunburned, so flushed that you look like you are going through the menopause or like a pimply teenager. You should try and use the best skin care products available when treating rosacea. I will give you the best skin care tips for rosacea and will recommend some effective products.
Use fragrance and irritant free skin care products
It is essential to use fragrance and irritant free skin care products. It’s because so many skin care products contain ingrdients that can possibly irritate and dehydrate your skin. According to the results of a National Rosacea Society survey, ingredients that irritated the skin in many sufferers including salicylic acid, clove oil, eucalyptus oil, peppermint, menthol, fragrance, witch hazel and alcohol. They also found that astringents and exfoliating products should be avoided.
You should start the day by cleaning your face with a gentle cleanser or with a mild soap. Ensure that you use only products that are smooth to the touch and not those that contain any grainy or abrasive ingredients. Gently massage the soap or cleanser into your face either with your fingertips or using a soft wash cloth. Rough cloths, sponges or loofahs should definitely not be used. Rinse your face thoroughly with tepid water and gently dab your face dry with a thick cotton towel. Leave your face alone for several minutes before you apply any topical moisturizing or medicated creams and for a further five to ten minutes before applying any make-up.
Sometimes, it can be confusing to decide which skin care products are best for rosacea. Products specifically created from problem skin include products from the Zenmed, Aveeno and Cetaphil range.
Use sunscreens and sunblocks
It is essential for rosacea sufferers to wear sunscreen or sunblock when going outside because exposure to ultraviolet light will cause rosacea to flare up. Use a sunscreen of SPF15 or higher that is fragrance and alcohol free so as not to irritate the skin. I would recommend products such as Clinique Super City Block SPF25, Neutrogena sun block for sensitive skin and Rosacea Care sunscreen. Some sun is good for you – don’t regard it as your enemy. By using a suitable sunscreen, a wide-brimmed sun hat and sunglasses, both your facial skin and eyes will be protected.
Use mineral make-up
Most women can’t live without make-up. This is especially true for rosacea sufferers as they use it cover up the redness. Unfortunately, many products contain synthetic chemicals that can irritate the skin and aggravate rosacea symptoms. Often recommended for rosacea and other skin problems is mineral makeup. It’s formulated with all natural ingredients containing finely milled minerals which is great for sensitive skin. Unlike many other products, mineral make-up doesn’t clog up pores and helps to prevent pimples and spots forming. PUR Minerals, Bare Escentuals and Avon all have a great mineral foundation with SPF15 to cover up rosacea and protect the skin.
The most effective way for rosacea sufferers to care for their skin is to use fragrance and irritant free skin care products, to protect their skin from the sun by using a suitable sunscreen and to use mineral make-up to hide skin redness.
Take a look at my Clear Skin Guide website for more rosacea skin care tips and more information about the best rosacea creams.
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