How to avoid redness on the face?

It is increasingly common to find skin with this characteristic. So, how do you avoid redness on the face? The first step is to identify the problem. What is the difference between having redness, couperose, or rosacea? All three are pink or reddish patches that appear with or without warning in the most inconvenient areas of the face, forcing us to overuse concealers and foundations to hide them. The aesthetic code of recent years demands uniform, flawless skin, and for those who suffer from these, this dyschromia is a real torture.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HAVING REDNESS, COUPEROSE, OR ROSACEA?

It could be occasional redness due to an allergy or irritation, rosacea, or couperose. But these are not synonyms, and although the terms are used indiscriminately, they are three different skin conditions that, as such, require specific care.

The first thing to do is label them correctly, and once the problem is identified in a personalized way, how do you avoid redness on the face? The Free Facial Diagnosis we carry out at Beldon will allow you to discover it and act in the best possible way to treat the issue.

REDNESS ON THE FACIAL SKIN: WHAT IS IT?

Reddening of the skin can respond to many different causes: burns, allergic reactions, infections... it is an inflammation of the skin that results in redness or itching and usually dries the skin out. It can occur upon contact with any agent or substance that irritates it at a given time, after an overly harsh exfoliation, or due to sudden temperature changes, especially in winter with heating. They subside in a short time or when the agent that caused them disappears, although it is more common in people with sensitive skin.

FACIAL REDNESS FROM FACE MASKS

Facial redness from face masks is a problem that has been seen a lot lately. Their use has not benefited sensitive skin at all, and the continuous friction, the microclimate created under the fabric, and the reduced oxygenation of the skin take their toll. At Beldon, we recommend applying a barrier cream beforehand to protect it, as well as being extra thorough with cleansing using gentle milks or lotions.

ROSACEA AND COUPEROSE. MORE SERIOUS MATTERS

In this case, it is no longer a matter of occasional redness that comes and goes.

ROSACEA

Rosacea is a chronic episodic inflammatory problem that is estimated to affect 10% of the adult population. It appears on hypersensitive skin and is not only visible to the naked eye, as it causes annoying sensations, such as stinging, heat, or itching. The preferred areas for rosacea are the cheeks, chin, nose, and forehead, and occasionally, the eye area can also be affected with the appearance of styes.

Light-skinned people and women are more prone, and it usually appears between the ages of 20 and 50. The causes of rosacea? Environmental factors have a great influence, such as exposure to very hot or very cold temperatures, wind, humidity, the sun, pollution, or pollen. But these are not the only ones. On a psychological level, it is known that stress hormones cause skin inflammation. There are also non-environmental factors such as the use of certain fragrances, detergents, topical medications, intense exercise, alcoholic beverages, and overly spiced or spicy foods.

COUPEROSE

Regarding couperose, it must be said that it is characterized mainly by redness, dryness, and sensitivity. But in this case, this occurs due to excessively dilated blood vessels that expand when there is blood flow to the skin, but do not contract again afterward as they would in normal skin.

At first, it appears in the form of outbreaks, but occasionally, and over time, it can remain on the skin permanently. As for the causes, in this case, they are more internal and genetics play a larger role.

HOW IS SKIN WITH ROSACEA AND COUPEROSE CARED FOR?

It is very special skin, and in the treatment of these conditions, the priority must be to combat the sensitivity problem, in addition to avoiding triggers whenever possible.

So... how do you avoid redness on the face? At Beldon, we offer free online consultations for those who cannot come to the center.

Sensitive skin is a very common condition that can manifest with visible symptoms—dry skin, irritation, eczema, bumps, redness, flaking—or invisible ones—burning and itching. And when these sensations are accompanied by redness, the skin can become prone to rosacea and couperose.

At Beldon, we are aware that when there are issues on the skin, the first thing to treat is the sensitivity, as in many cases, other problems are related to it and are reduced by treating the sensitivity.

One must be extremely careful with the cosmetic products used, and our treatment experts know perfectly well which are the most suitable for minimizing redness, relieving negative sensations, strengthening the skin barrier, and providing extra comfort to the skin.

PRODUCTS TO TREAT FACIAL REDNESS

CALMWISE SOOTHING CLEANSER BY MEDIK8

• This is a delicate cleansing foam that not only helps control the appearance of redness but also provides quick relief for red and irritated skin. To do this, it improves the skin's barrier function and strengthens it. Contains chlorophyll, vitamin K, and teprenone, patented by the brand to soothe discomfort and inflammation.

SÉRUM ERYTHROS BY BIOLOGIQUE RECHERCHE

• It is the perfect ally for extremely sensitive skin affected by rosacea. This innovative rosacea treatment instantly reduces visible redness, prevents inflammation, and regulates vascularization. Contains red algae extract, arnica flowers, white tea extract, and vitamin PP as main ingredients.

CALMING SERUM BY DR BARBARA STURM

• Soothes and calms irritated and red skin and helps reduce redness, especially after excessive exposure to cold or sun. It also rebalances skin stressed by sun exposure, insomnia, air conditioning, or contact with environmental pollution. With sunflower extract, purslane, almond oil, and vitamin E.

CREAM III BY AYUNA

• This is a cream with a serum texture, rich in cannabis, turmeric stem cells, and vitamins A, B, D, E, and F, which promotes emotional stimulation and acts against the stress that accumulates in the skin tissue. It also restores the skin's natural barrier, hydrates, reduces redness and excess sebum, and boosts the face's radiance.

ROSEA CALM CREAM BY DR SCHRAMMEK

• With a light texture, this is the perfect cream to soothe red and irritated skin. It treats the skin while decreasing the feeling of tightness. It reduces local redness and calms the skin. At the same time, it fights inflammation and reduces the appearance of small visible veins on the face. Distressed skin will be more balanced and harmonious.