All About Rosacea

Learn about the best treatments and skincare for rosacea, a common inflammatory skin condition

Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes redness and visible blood vessels on the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. Commonly mistaken for acne or eczema, rosacea affects all skin tones, although it is most common in women aged forty to sixty with fairer skin tones. The cause of rosacea is not yet fully understood but it is thought to be a result of a combination of hereditary and environmental factors.

Rosacea can rear its head in a variety of ways–think flushing, redness, blemishes, and facial swelling–and diagnoses by dermatologists seem to be on the rise. But, the good news is, so are treatments for rosacea and, while there is no cure, there are a few steps you can take to alleviate, manage and even reverse the symptoms.

Read on for our Skin Laundry guide to Rosacea.

What is the best skincare routine for Rosacea?

Cleanse twice a day with a gentle, soap-free cleanser.

Moisturize daily to reduce irritation, dryness, and strengthen the skin barrier.

Wear sunscreen year-round, as UV exposure is the most frequent cause of a rosacea flare-up.

Choose rosacea-friendly skin care products that are free of AHAs, alcohol, fragrance, and sodium laurel sulfate. Look for ones containing Niacinamide, a water-soluble form of B3 with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that strengthens the skin barrier by increasing the natural lipids found on the surface while reducing water loss; Tranexamic Acid, an amino acid derivative that helps to reduce hyperpigmentation and redness; and Vitamin C which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that heal and soothe inflamed to protect skin against free radicals.

What Skin Laundry products are best for Rosacea?

Skin Laundry Hydrating Gentle Cleanser

This oil-free milky gel cleanser gently washes away dirt and impurities, leaving the skin cleansed and hydrated. Formulated with Niacinamide, Vitamin B5, and Watermelon Extract, this cleanser is rich in antioxidants and helps balance, soothe, calm, and strengthen the skin's surface.

Skin Laundry Vitamin B5 Antioxidant Moisturizer

This super lightweight moisturizer helps provide long-lasting hydration and supports a healthy skin barrier. Formulated with Vitamin B5, Hyaluronic Acid, and Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, this daily moisturizer provides powerful antioxidant protection and leaves the skin with a soft matte finish.

Skin Laundry Vitamin C Serum

Formulated with a 13.5% blend of Alpha Arbutin and Vitamin C, this serum provides powerful antioxidant protection, boosts collagen production, and helps to brighten discoloration for a more radiant complexion while preventing further UV-related damage.

Skin Laundry Tranexamic Acid Serum

Improve the appearance of dark spots, discoloration, and redness with our highly concentrated Tranexamic Acid Serum. Formulated with 3% Tranexamic Acid, 1% Niacinamide, and EndiMoist 4HA, this advanced serum helps target melasma and hyperpigmentation, reducing the appearance of uneven skin patches and dark spots and relieving rosacea.

Sun Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen

This lightweight, non-greasy, mousse-to-cream mineral sunscreen provides broad-spectrum protection while leaving little to no white residue or sticky feeling on the skin. Formulated with Zinc Oxide to deflect UV rays, moisturizing Hemisqualane, soothing Bisabolol, and Vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant, this daily sunscreen is your go-to skincare essential.

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What are the best treatments for Rosacea?

If you suffer from rosacea it is best to avoid harsh treatments, including chemical acid peels and physical exfoliation, which can trigger and exacerbate symptoms.

One treatment that has been proven to help manage rosacea is the Skin Laundry Laser Facial, which has been found to be effective and safe for the treatment of vascular and inflammatory lesions of rosacea for all skin tones, reducing redness without downtime.

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The Resurfacing Facial has also been proven to be safe for those with rosacea and effective at calming redness, smoothing the skin and improving skin tone without downtime.

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