Identification

Rosacea is a very common, but often misunderstood and misdiagnosed skin condition. The effects of rosacea are mostly redness and swelling of the face, but rosacea can also appear on the back, chest, neck, and scalp. Rosacea of the eyes is even possible. Awareness of rosacea is so crucial because its red, splotchy, rash-like symptoms can easily be confused with other skin conditions such as acne. Rosacea can get worse, progressing to persistent redness, facial burning or itching, pimples, bumps, and visible blood vessels. If left untreated for too long, treatments for rosacea can become less effective. That’s why identifying rosacea and starting an early rosacea treatment plan is critical. Being better aware of rosacea might mean that the localized rash you’re experience doesn’t become a big problem later on.

Causes

The exact cause of rosacea is unclear. Researchers do know that rosacea contains a hereditary element. People that are of fair skin and are of Northwestern European ancestry have a much great genetic predisposition to developing rosacea. In fact, it’s often referred to as the “curse of the Celts” by those in Ireland. While, not necessarily a direct cause of rosacea, triggers that cause flushing and blushing play a part in its devolvement: Exposure to extreme temperatures, anxiety, stress, exercise, alcohol, spicy foods, even a cool breeze.

Treatment

Chemical Peels have proven valuable for treating even the worse cases of rosacea. The chemical peel works to remove the unwanted tissue caused by rosacea.