Rosacea Skincare Tips: Soothing Solutions for Sensitive Skin

I wanted to discuss rosacea in detail as it is something that is a lot more common than you might think, and a lot of customers message daily asking for advice. I suffer from it myself, although mild. In my early teenage years, I suffered quite seriously with it and it really affected my confidence when it flared up. I always worried it would flare up, which of course, made it worse and more extreme.

(The aftermath of a glass of red and facial massage)

What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a long-term chronic inflammatory skin condition that mainly affects the face. It's more common in women with lighter skin, but men can also suffer, and their symptoms are usually more severe.

What Causes it?

Unfortunately, the cause of rosacea isn’t fully known but what is known is that it often runs in the family, so genetics play a part. Other research has shown that it could be linked to the immune system, skin mites and environmental factors.

What are the Symptoms?

• Redness – blushing across the nose, cheeks, forehead and chin area
• A burning or stinging feeling when using water or skincare products
• Tiny broken blood vessels that do not go away. They appear mostly on the cheeks and nose
• Small, pink or red bumps sometimes filled with white/yellow liquid
• Patches of rough, dry skin
• Severe cases may result in a swollen, bulb-shaped nose
• Large pores
• Spots that look like acne
• Sensitive skin

It comes and goes but can become permanent over time.

What Triggers it?

Triggers can vary from person to person but here is a list of common ones:

• Alcohol
• Spicy foods
• Caffeine
• Hot drinks
• Change of extreme temperatures – cold to hot
• Heating
• Wind
• Exercise
• Sauna/dry heat
• Laptop light/heat
• Sun exposure
• Stress – emotions
• Adrenaline

Two of the triggers that I recognise for myself, are citrus fruits (oranges and satsumas in particular) really trigger my cheeks to flare up, and also my laptop screen when it is dark in the room can lead to a flare up.

Treatments Available?

You can see your GP/Dermatologist for prescriptions for creams and gels and antibiotics.

Light treatment and laser can also help with the appearance.

What Can I Do to Help?

• It is so important to wear SPF everyday to protect against UVA and UVB is a must even in winter months
• Avoid direct sun or heat treatments
• Use gentle skincare products and keep it quite basic, to avoid irritating the skin
• Keeping your skin hydrated and moisturised can help, it will be soothing and help with the appearance
• Wear concealer/foundations on the cheek. I personally like to look like I haven’t got makeup on as prefer the more natural look, so I’ll use a bb cream on my face and then the areas that flare up more coverage
• Take your/use products with Omega-3 fatty acids. 

Omega 3

Omega 3 is an essential fatty acid which is known to play a role in being anti-inflammatory. It may play a role in helping to protect against ageing caused by sun UV damage.

When we think about sources of omega 3, usually oily fish comes to mind. However, you can get it from plant-based sources including sacha inchi oil, chia seeds, flax seeds (linseeds), walnuts, avocado, and almonds. Omega 3 is thought to help relieve symptoms of dry itchy skin and help to prevent inflammation. Fats are involved in maintaining healthy cell membrane structure, and therefore our skin.

For more information on Foods to Feed Your Skin see our blog here.

Lucy’s Tip

Learn breathing techniques, or things that will relax you. I find my cheeks trigger when I am under pressure, stressed and anxious. Although you can’t stop a flare up, I find taking deep breaths and trying to relax my mind and body helps me to feel calmer and relaxed, which helps with the appearance.

Talking From Experience

Although rosacea seems to appear in 30 plus year olds, any age can suffer. I first started getting rosacea when I was in my early teens. I didn’t know what was happening to my skin and it would really affect my self-confidence and make me feel embarrassed. I remember on a few occasions having to leave the room, to sit out in the cold as my cheeks were red raw and itchy. I saw a dermatologist who helped me and over the years, I have been lucky that I do not get it as extreme as it was then, but I am always aware of keeping it at bay and using makeup and avoiding triggers when socialising. 

This chronic skin condition is known to cause embarrassment, lowered self-esteem and self-confidence, anxiety and even depression. So, if you are suffering, please do book-in to see your GP or dermatologists to help you.

How do the Lucy Bee Products Help?

As mentioned above, simple products are best when you have rosacea. Lucy Bee skincare products are organic, natural, fragrance free and focus on hydration. 

When it comes to managing rosacea, simplicity and gentleness are key. That’s why Lucy Bee offers organic, natural, and fragrance-free skincare products that are perfect for soothing and hydrating sensitive skin. Our products are dermatologically approved for sensitive skin and contain skin calming ingredients like turmeric, which is known to reduce redness. Along with nourishing aloe vera, coconut oil, cocoa butter, and apricot oil, our range works to calm and hydrate your skin, without triggering flare-ups or causing irritation.

As I also mentioned, I suffer from mild rosacea and one of the other team members suffers more seriously with it and they have found the products have really suited their skin and have helped to calm and soothe it. It has also helped to keep the skin hydrated and it doesn’t trigger them to flare up or cause any irritation.

Our Sensitive Skin Saviours range includes:

Reviving Cleansing Cream – Gently cleanses and hydrates without stripping your skin, perfect for sensitive skin.

Exfoliating Tonic – Soothes and exfoliates without irritation, helping to balance and refresh.

Radiance-Boosting Face Cream – Deeply moisturises and nourishes, helping to reduce the appearance of redness and calm the skin.

Organic Anti-Ageing Oil for Face with Pink Microalgae – A nourishing face oil that helps restore hydration, smooth skin texture, and reduce the appearance of redness, all while delivering anti-ageing benefits.

SPF 30 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen – Protect your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays with this gentle, hydrating sunscreen, designed specifically for sensitive skin. Daily protection from the sun is essential, especially when managing rosacea.

Read our Reviews

If you’re still unsure, we encourage you to check out the reviews and photos on our blog from other customers with rosacea. They share their experiences using our products and how they’ve helped calm their skin. You can find these insightful reviews here.

 

Ready to Soothe Your Skin?

If you’re looking for gentle, natural skincare products that hydrate, soothe, and calm your skin without irritating it, shop now to experience the benefits of Lucy Bee Skincare. Our products can help with leaving your skin feeling balanced and nourished.

Shop Now and take the first step towards calmer skin. 

 

Lucy, CIBTAC accredited beauty therapist.

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