Skin health
Rosacea: Triggers, Treatment and Skincare That Helps
Calm rosacea flare-ups: find your triggers, build a gentle skincare routine and learn which prescription treatments work.
Signs of rosacea
- Flushing and persistent redness on the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead
- Small visible blood vessels
- Bumps and pimples (without blackheads)
- Burning or stinging skin
- Gritty, irritated eyes (ocular rosacea)
Common triggers
- Sun and heat, including hot drinks and hot showers
- Alcohol, especially red wine
- Spicy foods
- Stress and strong emotions
- Wind and cold
- Harsh skincare products and exfoliants
Skincare that helps
- Gentle, fragrance-free cleanser with lukewarm water.
- A simple moisturizer for sensitive skin.
- Mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) every day.
- Avoid scrubs, toners with alcohol, menthol and witch hazel.
- Patch-test new products on a small area first.
How we can help
We confirm the diagnosis, start prescription treatment when needed, and help build a gentle routine. Our skin analysis and aesthetics services can also address persistent redness and visible vessels.
Questions people ask
Can rosacea be cured?
There is no cure, but treatment controls symptoms well for most people.
Is rosacea the same as acne?
No. Rosacea does not cause blackheads and needs different treatment.
Can I wear makeup with rosacea?
Yes. Choose gentle, fragrance-free products; green-tinted primers can reduce the look of redness.
Talk it through with Lydia
Tired of flushing and redness? Let us build a plan for calmer skin. See a board-certified nurse practitioner virtually anywhere in Virginia, in our Woodbridge office, or straight to your front door in much of Northern Virginia.
Visits start at $85, and every membership comes with a 30-day trial.
Prefer to ask first? Text us at (571) 402-2102 or message us on WhatsApp.
