Summary

Effective treatment along with changes in lifestyle can help to control and manage the discomfort of rosacea and bring rosacea into total remission. Just as there is no cure for the common cold, there is no cure for rosacea, which will appear again as the body is stressed and worn with time. Remember, we were not born with rosacea nor did we have rosacea as a child nor a teenager. Most of us developed rosacea through the years as our body became worn and stress from malnutrition with the rosacea triggers previously mentioned.

Stress, dehydration, lack of adequate rest or relaxation, as well as environmental conditions and the foods we eat can all add to and aggravate rosacea.

The goal of rosacea treatment or for any condition is to "First, do no harm"; therefore we recommend the following products which we have found to meet these criteria as effective treatments for rosacea.

For the cleansing of the skin, we have found that Cetaphil 'gentle cleansing bar for dry sensitive skin' is the cleanser that most thoroughly cleans to remove dirt, oil, and any topical products that may have been applied to the skin. Anything left for too long on the skin can clog the pores causing acne, pimples, etc… Be careful to choose the correct bar as some of the bars and the liquid cleanser may contain either harsh ingredients or alcohol which can further irritate the skin and increase redness. Even if the skin is oily, this is still the best choice as it will be the most effective in removing the excess oil from the skin. Cetaphil is available most pharmacy or drug stores.

For treatment of pimples or papules, an oral antibiotic can be effective for a limited time, however keep in mind, that bacteria become resistant to the antibiotic within 3 weeks to 6 weeks, and loose effectiveness. Antibiotics will not treat redness and may actually increase the redness if exposed to the sun. While taking antibiotics, remember to keep the body well-hydrated by drinking a minimum of 10 – 12 glasses of water each day. For an oral antibiotic you will need to contact your personal physician or medical practitioner.

Should you find that a topical antibiotic is needed, we suggest Noritate (a Metronidazole product) as the best topical antibiotic choice. This is available by prescription in most countries and has a useful life of 2 to 4 months.

The very best rosacea treatment is Rosacea-Ltd III. The non-irritating, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, vascular constricing properties of its ingredients make it an excellent medication in the treatment of the redness, inflammation, and papules which occur with rosacea. Rosacea-Ltd III is the only treatment to effectively reduce the redness of rosacea. The tan colored disk can be used very effectively over and around the eye area as a ocular rosacea treatment. Rosacea-Ltd III is completely safe for use by pregnant or nursing women.

For drier skin conditions, Jojoba Oil (100% pure) is an excellent choice. This oil is the most similar to the natural restorative oil produced by the skin’s own sebaceous glands in the dermal layers of the skin. For this reason it is easily absorbed into the skin. Jojoba Oil is non-allergenic and will not clog the pores with the normal daily washing of the skin. Jojoba Oil is available at most health or nutrition stores.

Controlling rosacea is possible through positive lifestyle changes and avoiding the use of topical products which are damaging or irritating to the skin. As always with rosacea, “Less is More”.

Disclaimer

Information provided by the International Rosacea Foundation about products, medical conditions, symptoms, and related products has been obtained from the manufacturers by prescription product information inserts and/or the web sites sponsoring these products. The products and treatments described on this site are for informational purposes only. Statements concerning the products or treatments detailed on this web site have not been evaluated by the International Rosacea Foundation and should not be construed as factual or accurate as they are representations by the manufacturer. The products and treatments described on this site are not intended to diagnose, heal, cure or prevent disease unless they present themselves as doing such.

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