How To Care For Rosacea

Ingredients

• Fragrance-free cleanser
• A temperate climate
• Sunscreen
• Moderate exercise
• Fragrance-free, noncomedogenic cosmetics
• A doctor
• A support group (optional)
• An organic diet (optional)

Steps

1. Wash your face gently each day with a fragrance-free, mild cleanser. Avoid hot water or rough washcloths. (27 sec. )
2. Rinse your face using lukewarm water and blot dry with a soft, thick towel. Don’t rub your face or apply cream or ointment until the skin is air dried. (34 sec. )
3. Having rosacea can be a lonely experience; look for patient support groups online. (43 sec. )
4. Avoid sunny, cold, or windy weather as well as hot drinks, spicy foods, and alcohol. Use sensitive-skin sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or more. (48 sec. )
5. Holistic practitioners recommend sticking to an organic diet. (58 sec. )
6. Exercise moderately in cool environments. Overdoing it can trigger a flare-up or sudden dehydration. Drink cold fluids or eat ice chips if you feel overheated. (62 sec. )
7. Try fragrance-free, noncomedogenic cosmetics with a green or yellow tint to cover any flareups. (72 sec. )
8. See a physician if you cannot control your condition. Doctors can prescribe oral antibiotics and topical creams. Cardiovascular medicines can also reduce severe flushing. (80 sec. )
9. In a study, 96 percent of subjects said simply avoiding common triggers reduced flare-ups. (91 sec. )