When looking for a treatment there are a range of products to consider, as well as professional opinions from your dermatologist or other qualified physician. Treatments can include topical or oral antibiotics that help with irritating and inflamed pustules. There are also various laser and light therapies that aim to reduce thickening skin and visible blood vessels. However, today we are going to focus on the effectiveness of skincare products.
One way to treat rosacea is by investing in skincare products specifically designed to fight symptoms. Here are some key ingredients to look for when considering your products:
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is produced naturally in the skin to help retain moisture. Moisturizers and serums containing hyaluronic acid are especially helpful for people with rosacea because of damage to their moisture barrier. Aside from being an incredible moisturizer, hyaluronic acid is also anti-inflammatory, which helps tackle the redness.
Ceramides
Ceramides are a composition of fatty acid molecules that make up 50 percent of the skin barrier. Think of ceramides as the sealant between shower tiles which you can think of as your skin cells. Together this creates the protective barrier that helps to lock in moisture. People with rosacea and other dry skin conditions typically have lower levels of ceramides present, causing dryness and irritation to the skin.
Glycerin
Epidermal water loss is another factor that leads to excessive dryness and irritation. This is where the glycerin steps in. Glycerin works by extracting water from the environment and dermis (second layer of skin) , and pulling it into the epidermis (top layer).
Retinol
Retinol is a vitamin A derivative. This helps to reduce the skin's inflammatory response, as well as skin turnover and regeneration rate. This is ideal for improving overall skin texture and minimizing the look of pores, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Sun Protection Factor (SPF)
Since UV light and heat are main triggers for rosacea flares, it is recommended to apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher before going outside.
As you can see there are specialized components that work to fight against rosacea symptoms- especially when it comes to inflammation and irritation from excessive dryness. See below for some of our best selling serums that incorporate these main ‘helper’ components and more!