Couperose and rosacea are skin conditions that usually involve facial redness localized on the chin, cheeks, forehead and nose. These skin conditions can develop due to various factors such as stress, hormonal changes and external pollutants.
The subjects most affected by couperose and rosacea are in most cases women with sensitive and reactive skin. This dermatological problem is very widespread: there are an estimated 45 million cases in the world, of which more than 3 million are in Italy (about 7-8% of the adult population).
What are the differences between couperose and rosacea?
Rosacea occurs as a result of vasodilation of the capillaries of the face, caused by a progressive loss of elasticity of the venous walls. It presents with redness and capillaries on the surface, concentrated in the T-zone of the face. The symptoms of rosacea on the face can instead be a complication of rosacea. They usually appear as late acne, accompanied by painful redness, pimples and inflamed pustules.
Who are most at risk for couperose and rosacea?
Those most sensitive to rosacea usually have a genetic predisposition, fragile capillaries, or very sensitive and dry skin. Overall, it is a more delicate skin that is unable to adequately protect itself from all possible external aggressions. There are some factors that can favor the appearance of this localized redness, such as sudden changes in temperature (especially in winter), solar rays, and excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages and spicy foods.
What is the best solution for rosacea?
Unfortunately, there is currently no definitive solution for couperose and rosacea , but they can be alleviated thanks to medications prescribed by a dermatologist. It is a recurring pathology: this means that it alternates healing phases with relapse phases. For this reason, to find the correct treatment to combat rosacea, it is always useful to contact an expert dermatologist.
What skincare for rosacea?
Sensitive skin, if well cared for and hydrated with the right active ingredients, becomes stronger and more resistant to external attacks and less prone to developing skin conditions such as redness and irritation.
Rosacea on the face, what to remove make-up from
Be careful when removing makeup: excessive rubbing can irritate the skin and make it more vulnerable to external factors, exacerbating the symptoms of couperose and rosacea. The ideal would be to start by selecting makeup with a formulation tested for sensitive skin.
For cleansing and make-up removal, dermatologists usually recommend emollient and delicate textures such as cleansing milk on the cheeks . While to help combat rosacea, the action of a micellar water or a cleanser with antibacterial properties could be evaluated, but always after consulting an expert.
To support cleansing, it is then necessary to identify products that are gentle on the skin. Cotton is among the materials appreciated by dermatologists because its natural weave has a low risk of triggering allergies.