Medical
Rosacea
Rosacea is a long-term condition that causes flushing, lasting redness and small bumps across the cheeks, nose and chin. It can’t be cured, but it can be controlled well, and laser treatment can fade redness that creams leave behind.
Signs to look for
Flushing. Your face turns red quickly and stays that way.
Lasting redness. Redness across the cheeks and nose that won’t fade.
Visible vessels. Small red lines across the cheeks or nose.
Sensitive skin. Skin that stings or burns with many products.
How we treat it
Prescription creams. Gentle medicated creams that calm flares and reduce bumps.
Oral medicine. Low-dose antibiotics during flares to settle inflammation.
Vascular laser. A laser that fades lasting redness and visible vessels.