We are in the depths of winter, and the cold is affecting us more than ever, specially in Edinburgh. If you are struggling with persistent facial redness, flushing, or sensitive skin that seems to react to almost everything, you are not alone! Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition and at E&G skin Clinic Edinburgh we see it in patients of all ages and skin types. While rosacea can feel frustrating and may make you feel like there is no solution it can actually be effectively managed with the right approach.
Rosacea os a chronic skin condition that mostly effects the central face which are cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. It begins with flushing redness that come and go but over time symptoms become more persistent.
Rosacea isn’t contagious, it is not caused by poor skincare or hygiene. It is linked to combination of genetic factors, skin barrier, dysfunction, inflammation and an over-reactive vascular (blood vessel) response.
Common signs are:
Rosacea looks different from person to person but common features include
. Persistent facial redness or flushing
. Visible broken capillarities( thread veins)
. Sensitivity, stinging or burning sensations
. Small red bumps or pustules (often mistaken for acne)
. Dry, rough or tight- feeling skin
. In some cases, eye irritation or redness( ocular rosacea)
Because Rosacea can mimic often skin conditions, an accurate diagnosis is essential before starting treatment
What triggers Rosacea?
. Heat, wind or cold
. Hot drinks and spicy food
. Alcohol particularly red wine
. Exercise
. Sun exposure
. Harsh skincare products and over exfoliation.
How to treat Rosacea:
Rosacea can not to be cured but can be controlled. At E&G Skin Clinic we give free consultation to create you a personalised treatment plan, focusing on calming inflammation, strengthening the skin barrier, ad reducing the redness.
If you want to try to manage rosa tea by yourself before committing to coming to the clinic here are some of the things you can try at home.
. Use fragrance free, non foaming cleansers
. Avoid scrubs, acids, and harsh active ingredients unless medically advised.
. Apply daily broad spectrum SPF ( even in very cloudy days)
. Keep skincare routines minimal and consistent
. Introduce new products slowly
Less is more when it comes to rosacea.
After trying all these points if you are still not happy with the results you are getting then please do take our offer of free consultation, we are here to help.