Q: How do I know if I have rosacea?
If I do, what can I do about it?
A: If you
think you have rosacea, take this quick test.
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Is the middle area of your face -
cheeks, nose, chin - persistently red or flushed?
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Are you fair-skinned?
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Are you age 30 or older?
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Do you sometimes get bumps or
pimples in the middle area of your face?
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Do certain foods, drinks, or weather
conditions make your skin red and hot?
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Do you have enlarged or broken blood
vessels on your face?
If you answer YES to three or more
of the questions above, you may have rosacea.
What can you do about rosacea, if
you have it? Rosacea can be a skin care nightmare. Fortunately, complying with
proper medical therapy and choosing the right skin care products can put many
sufferers back on the road to a healthy-looking complexion. Here are some tips
for selecting skin care products that will be gentle to your condition:
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Choose water-soluble cleansers and
water-based moisturizers and makeup.
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When buying any skin care product,
avoid ingredients such as alcohol, menthol, peppermint, eucalyptus oil, clove
oil and salicylic acid. Choose fragrance-free products that are not grainy.
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Stop using any skin care product
that stings, burns or causes redness.
In addition, rosacea suffers should
avoid saunas, hot baths, and vigorous facial massages. The goal is to calm down
flushing and redness and eliminate anything that might lead to a flare-up.
For more information, see the
following web site:
International Rosacea
Foundation
If you have any questions or
comments about this topic, please contact me by
e-mail.
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