Facial Redness/Rosacea
Facial skin redness can be a distressing concern and impact one’s appearance and quality of life. There are multiple causes for facial redness, a common cause being rosacea.
Common causes of facial redness include sun damage, acne, rosacea, as well as allergies and inflammatory skin conditions.
During your initial consultation at Kaya Cosmedica, we will take a thorough medical history and clinical assessment including our Visia skin analysis technology. Once we can identify the cause/diagnosis of your redness, we can formulate a specific treatment plan aimed at controlling your redness.
The Causes Of Facial Redness
There are multiple factors that contribute to the development of facial redness. Three common factors include:
Sun Damage
Sun damage is a common cause of skin redness as a result of prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Chronic exposure can lead to premature ageing, resulting in redness, small blood vessels (telangiectasia), fine lines and a mottled complexion.
Acne
As acne is an inflammatory skin condition, the increased blood flow to the affected area can cause redness. In addition after acne lesions have healed, red/purple discolouration may occur (known as post inflammatory erythema). Acne can be mistaken for or co-exist with rosacea – which is a common cause for redness.
Rosacea
Rosacea is a common cause of persistent facial redness and flushing. It is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that primarily affects the face. The redness appears in the central part of the face, involving the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin. The cause is not fully understood but predisposing factors include genetics, vascular and environmental factors. Flare ups can be triggered by sun exposure, hot and spicy foods and drinks, alcohol, and stress.
Associated symptoms include:
- Flushing where the skin becomes red and feels warm
- Persistent redness that can worsen over time especially with menopause
- Visible blood vessels (telangiectasia)
- Papules and pustules which are similar to acne
- Skin thickening esp of the nose (rhinophyma)
Treatments Available For Facial Redness at Kaya Cosmedica
It is essential to identify the underlying cause of facial redness to determine the appropriate treatment. If you are experiencing facial redness and unsure about the cause, book a consultation at Kaya Cosmedica, for a diagnosis and personalised treatment plan, to provide you with an effective solution.
Our approach to treatment begins with a tailored skin care regimen to strengthen the skin barrier and target underlying features of the cause. Other treatments aim to control the inflammation and clear the redness, this include prescribed medications, calming and anti-inflammatory skin treatments and devices such as Omnilux LED, BBL and Clear V Laser.
Treatment Options Available at Kaya cosmedica
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