Rosacea Treatment: Soothing Home Remedies
Even though facial rosacea is very common, not everyone knows that they have it. Rosacea is easily confused with a simple rash, flushed skin, and even acne. However, it is highly important that you get the correct diagnosis if you want to treat it effectively.
Rosacea is characterized by simple symptoms:
*a tendency to blush
*redness around the cheeks, nose, and forehead
*small bumps may also appear on the nose
*small blood vessels can show up on and around the nose and cheeks
Rosacea doesn't have a cure, but there are traditional remedies that can be quite effective in treating it. There are even times when rosacea can even go into remission for years.
Conventional treatment methods usually include the avoidance of triggers such as too much heat and humidity. The small blood vessels that appear on the nose can be eliminated using laser therapy. Traditional rosacea products can also help you treat the swelling and redness that comes with this type of skin condition.
Natural Products for Rosacea
Rosacea can also be treated using a variety of natural products. Here is a list of some creams that can help alleviate the symptoms that accompany rosacea.
*Niacinamide Cream
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3. It can be used in a topical cream and even in the form of a dietary supplement. It is thought to improve the skin barrier, improve the skin's moisture level, and reduce inflammation.
*Green Tea Cream
Green tea is an excellent natural product. It contains polyphenols which are thought to improve health. When used as a rosacea cream it has been shown to reduce the number of red bumps and pustules that appear on the face.
*Azelaic Acid Cream
This acid appears to have antimicrobial properties that can help you reduce redness, papules, and pustules by slowing down the growth of skin bacteria. The dryness, burning, and itching sensation associated with rosacea has also been treated with azelaic acid cream. However, if you decide to used this ingredient keep in mind that stinging is the most common side effect, so be careful.
Some Natural Home Remedies for Rosacea
Several plants and herbs are now being used to help treat rosacea skin. Some of the most commonly used include licorice, rose hip (seed) oil, chamomile, aloe vera, and red clover.
*Digestive Enzymes
It is common for people that suffer from rosacea have indigestion. It was discovered that a deficiency of lipase is linked to both conditions. Which also means that lipase supplements can help treat both problems.
*Apple Cider Vinegar
This product is so remarkable that it has been used to treat weight problems. It seems that it helps regulate the bacterial balance of the intestines and helps control indigestion.
BIOSKINCLEAR is a natural acne treatment gel that contains snail serum and licorice root extract. This natural skin care product is a great way of treating rosacea naturally and effectively. This combination makes it excellent for rosacea treatment, especially on sensitive skin.
Published February 2nd, 2010
Filed in Beauty
