​Are you red-faced over Rosacea?

For many a flushed complexion is anything but a gorgeous subtle glow, instead it signals the self-confidence zapping condition called Rosacea (pronounced roh-ZAY-sha). On one hand there’s having a natural rosy sheen and then there’s the kind of red staining that gives the impression that you’re embarrassed, overheated or fresh from a 5k run – all uphill! But let’s face it if you tend to suffer from the latter this is no laughing matter, infact it’s a widely misunderstood skin condition that if left untreated can cause significant social and emotional trauma, and let’s face it, it makes the whole flawless complexion/makeup application almost impossible and is extremely uncomfortable.

However there is good news, you are not forever at the mercy of your capillaries or the incessant questioning of why you’re blushing so much, it’s about education and making yourself aware of what could be at the cause of your flare-ups. So take a look at a few reasons your skin may be a touch redder than you’d like:

Emotions

Stress and anxiety cause great emotional upheaval’, negatively affecting the body and the mind from top to toe. And unfortunately can play a large part in turning your complexion from creamy to crimson, so keeping your emotions in check is vital in deterring the flush. Of course as women we know it’s often easier said than done, but try deep breathing and put as much effort into your mental agility as you do your physical self, supplements such as NHP Healthy Woman Support which deliver nutrients that combat stress and vital antioxidants that fight against the signs of ageing.

The food that you eat

No longer wive’s tales certain foods can contribute to Rosacea flare-ups. Spice and sauces such as chilli, white and black pepper and paprika can trigger a face flush quicker than it takes to swallow your meal, the less obvious foods such as tomatoes, spinach, peas, bananas, chocolate and even the inoffensive yoghurt can cause unnecessary irritation that leads to redness. Take time to eliminate these foods from your diet it may just help to keep the redness at bay, in the meantime Amazing Cosmetics, Amazing Concealer the world’s best selling concealer, will provide a full coverage eliminating the appearance of Rosacea and any other skin imperfections you may have.

The alcohol that you drink

Sorry to deliver the bad news but alcohol particularly red wine, beer, bourbon, gin, vodka and champagne (oh! the horror) are some of the major culprits when it comes to your Rosacea flare-ups. If the call of your Australian Merlot is too great, use Dermalogica Ultra Claming Redness Relief SPF20 to neutralise, relieve and defend against inflammation and redness.

Your skin’s own sensitivity

As someone who experiences redness and Rosacea you’re probably quite aware that there are certain skin care and makeup products that irritate or encourage your flare-ups. This may be because ingredients such as alcohol, fragrances both natural and artificial, witch hazel, eucalyptus and menthol can irritate the sensitive skin type. The key is to make use of products that are free from such triggers and instead contain natural, soothing ingredients that are kind to overly sensitive skin. The Dermalogica Ultra Calming range features soothing and nourishing ingredients and extracts that not only comfort and cool but work tirelessly to reduce redness and inflammation. Try Dermalogica Ultra Calming Mist , Dermalogica Redness Relief Primer , Dermalogica Ultra Calming Serum Concentrate . For the full range click Dermalogica now!

Handy hint: you can use all three goodies morning and night as part of your regular skin care regime, but the mist is a good one to carry around with you in the day for on-the-go comfort. 

Do you suffer from skin redness or rosacea? What are the biggest things that cause flare-ups for you? Read How to Cover Rosacea with Real Techniques & Dermalogica for further tips and tricks.