Rosacea is a common, chronic skin condition. The main symptoms are redness and inflammation, but rosacea can also lead to increased skin sensitivity. This sensitivity means that many skincare products lead to flare-ups in rosacea symptoms.  For this reason, it’s important to develop a rosacea-friendly skincare routine that will meet your needs without causing unnecessary irritation. In this blog, you can learn more about the importance of creating a gentle, rosacea-friendly skincare routine with your dermatologist. You should also partner with these dermatology professionals to determine your rosacea triggers, so you can limit or completely avoid exposure to these causes of rosacea flare-ups.  Additionally, dermatologists can provide in-office treatments as needed to address symptoms. However, the best thing you can do for rosacea symptoms is to prevent them, to begin with, and that all starts with a good daily skincare routine.

Creating a Gentle Skincare Routine: A Rosacea-Specific Approach

Gentle products are an essential part of skincare for rosacea to reduce the risk of irritation and inflammation. Before picking your skincare products, check the ingredient list for anything that can irritate rosacea-prone skin, including:

• Alcohol
• Fragrance
• Dyes
• Camphor
• Menthol
• Glycolic and lactic acid
• Urea
• Sulfates

You should consider hypoallergenic products made for sensitive skin and those that are specifically recommended by your dermatologist.

Morning and Evening: A Day in the Life of Your Rosacea Skincare Routine

Consistency is the most important element of any skincare routine. Maintaining a simple skincare routine morning and evening ensures skin stays healthy, and it helps to minimize rosacea flare-ups. Below, we’ve outlined a good morning and evening skincare routine for rosacea-prone skin.

Morning Skincare Routine:

• Cleanser – A gentle cleanser free from harsh, abrasive ingredients is recommended.
• Toner – Look for a hydrating toner that won’t strip moisture from the skin.
• Serums – A hydrating serum can help to ensure skin remains moisturized throughout the day, and it helps to soothe and calm inflammation.
• Moisturizer – A deep moisturizing lotion may be beneficial for the morning. Those with rosacea can often use a cream-based moisturizer in the morning and evening.
• Sunscreen – Look for a mineral sunscreen rather than a chemical product. Mineral sunscreen works by creating a protective barrier on top of the skin rather than being absorbed into the skin, which is less likely to cause irritation.

Evening Skincare Routine:

• Cleanser – Use the same gentle cleanser morning and evening.
• Retinol – Work with a dermatologist to find an extended-release or low-concentration retinol that will have fewer adverse effects.
• Moisturizer – Choose a deep-moisturizing cream to ensure skin receives complete hydration overnight.

Navigating the Skincare Aisle: Rosacea-Friendly Products

Consider beefing up your morning and evening skincare routine with rosacea-friendly products like:

• Revision Skincare Brightening Facial Wash – A gentle facial cleanser that provides a deep clean without harsh or abrasive ingredients that strip moisture or cause irritation. Instead, it leaves skin hydrated and healthy.
• SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser – Exfoliation is important to avoid clogged pores and accelerate skin cell turnover, but many exfoliants are abrasive and cause rosacea flare-ups. SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser gently removes dead skin cells to improve skin tone and texture.
• Revision Skincare Hydrating Serum – This product can be used as a moisture-boosting serum in conjunction with another moisturizer or as a lightweight hydration cream for those who have oily skin and don’t want to over-moisturize.
• Revision Skincare Retinol Complete – Retinols are an essential part of every skincare routine. They promote skin cell turnover and increase the production of collagen and elastin. This keeps skin smooth, healthy, and youthful looking.
• Revision Skincare DEJ Eye Cream – The skin around the eyes requires unique skincare products to keep this sensitive skin healthy and hydrated. The Revision Skincare DEJ Eye Cream is gentle and soothing. It includes ingredients that support the skin’s microbiome to ensure health and moisture retention.
• EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 Tinted – Finding a sunscreen that won’t irritate rosacea-prone skin can be difficult. This ultra-gentle sunscreen calms while protecting the skin. The tinted formula helps to even out skin tone to improve redness and discoloration associated with rosacea.
• Revision Skincare Pore Purifying Clay Mask – This is a detoxifying clay mask that helps to keep pores clear and reduce oiliness for healthier, more beautiful skin.
• Sente Cysteamine HAS Pigment & Tone Corrector – For skin discoloration and redness related to rosacea, you may be tempted to try a pigment-correcting product, but most of these treatments are very irritating to the skin. Sente Cysteamine HAS Pigment & Tone Corrector improves skin tone with less irritating ingredients.

Tailoring Your Skincare: The Individual Journey of Managing Rosacea

At the end of the day, it’s essential to remember that every person is different. That’s why it’s important to work with a dermatologist to create a skincare routine and choose skincare products that address your concerns and keep your skin looking and feeling its best. If you try a product that doesn’t work well, talk to your dermatologist about other options. Keep trying products recommended by your dermatologist until you find a consistent skincare routine that will work for you.

Find Out More About Dermatologist-Approved Skincare Products

If you’re interested in learning more about the best dermatologist-approved skincare, we hope you’ll come back regularly to read our blog. Our dermatologists offer skin care recommendations for a variety of skin types and skin health concerns. Do you know someone who struggles to manage the many adverse effects of rosacea? Be sure to share this blog with them, so they can explore skincare products to relieve their symptoms. To see all of DermSkincare’s rosacea-friendly skincare products, visit our website page for rosacea-prone skin.