Rosacea and redness
Persistent facial redness, flushing and visible vessels are common. Rosacea is a medical condition that can be treated, and triggers can be managed.
About rosacea and redness
Rosacea typically affects the central face. It can cause flushing, persistent redness, visible vessels, and acne-like bumps. Common triggers include heat, alcohol, spicy food, sun and stress.
Redness is not always rosacea. It can also come from sun damage, dermatitis or other conditions, which is why a diagnosis comes first.
- Flushing that comes and goes
- Persistent redness on the cheeks or nose
- Visible small blood vessels
- Bumps or pimples without blackheads
- Sensitive skin that stings with products
A physician confirms the cause of the redness. Treatment may include prescription topical or oral medication, gentle skincare, and vascular laser such as VBeam® for persistent redness and vessels.
Consultation, treatment and follow-up
Assessment
A physician examines the skin, asks about history and triggers, and confirms what the concern actually is before any treatment is suggested.
A plan and a cost
Options are explained with realistic expectations and limits. Where treatment is cosmetic, the full cost is quoted before anything is booked.
Follow-up
Progress is reviewed at an interval suited to the condition, and the plan is adjusted if the skin does not respond as expected.
Where treatment is cosmetic, cost depends on the treatment, the area and the number of sessions, so it is quoted at consultation once a plan exists. Results vary between individuals.
Related treatments and conditions
Rosacea and redness: frequently asked questions
Can laser get rid of rosacea?
Vascular laser can reduce redness and visible vessels, but it does not cure rosacea. Medication and trigger management are often part of the plan.
Is rosacea the same as acne?
No. Rosacea can cause bumps that look like acne, but it is a different condition and is treated differently.
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