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Experiencing some or all of these symptoms should really be checked out by a doctor.
1) Red or inflamed areas on the cheeks, forehead, nose, or chin
2) Visible blood vessels in the facial area or "spider veins"
3) Acne or bumpy areas on the face (that are not really acne)
4) Severe flushing that doesn't return to normal like it should
5) Watery eyes or irritated eyes sometimes
6) Facial burning sensation, sometimes very intense
7) Swelling of facial areas
8) Over time, the nose may appear extremely red and bulbous, especially in older men, also known as rhinophyma
9) Sometimes rosacea appears on the chest, scalp, ears, or neck
The cause of rosacea is not known. It seems to show up in both women and men sometime between 20 and 40 years of age. Women can sometimes become housebound if their rosacea isn't controlled. They might become ashamed and embarrassed by the ruddy appearance of their facial skin. Men are sometimes emotionally affected as well.
How can you cope with rosacea? First and foremost, see a dermatologist who has helped others with this skin disorder. If he prescribes a medication, give it a try and see if your symptoms improve. Rosacea can go into remission if you are careful to adhere to the plan recommended by your doctor. Along with medication, there are several lifestyle changes that can be made to ensure that the breakouts of rosacea won't occur as often. Limit your exposure to sun and wind. Try to keep stress levels at a minimum by adopting a healthy lifestyle and spending quiet time each day. Alcohol in large quantities should be avoided. If you enjoy a bath, use warm water instead of really hot water. Exercise is not off limits, but try low-impact forms of exercise in place of high impact ones. Try to exercise in cooler weather. Hot weather will exacerbate rosacea symptoms.
Some people have found some success with some home remedies containing green tea, Chrysanthellum Indicum, Niacinamide (a form of vitamin B3), or Azelaic Acid have been claimed to help rminimize the look of blood vessels and red capillaries when applied topically.
Sometimes hot beverages like coffee, hot cocoa and the like, as well as hot and spicy foods can trigger a reaction and worsen symptoms. If you notice this be sure to avoid these triggers.
Makeup is okay, but make sure to wash your face thoroughly at the end of the day with a non-abrasive cleanser. Use warm, (not hot), water to rinse your skin. I have found natural mineral makeup to work well for me personally.
Instead of a razor, men should opt for an electric razor to minimize irritation. Follow up with a gentle light non-scented moisturizer.
Rosacea can be a very difficult skin disorder to have, and is many times greatly misunderstood. With proper treatment and lifestyle adjustments, it can be managed well and symptoms minimized.
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