A Dermatologist's Anti-Aging Skincare Routine for Rosacea & Sensitive Skin | Skincare Expert

[@SusanYara]

I have so much love for Dr. Sam Ellis! She has such great, relatable skincare information to share. Find her on Instagram (link in description). ❤️

[@adeenaziz8280]

Hi! Can you do someone who has eczema next please? I would love to see it as I have eczema as well and it will surely be helpful for me.... Love u!

[@vloggerzblogg6494]

What are u fav tinted moisturizers if I may ask? 💖

[@melissa_L]

is pulse dye laser better than vbeam??

[@niaomicleary5605]

What if I’m 22 and have sensitive eczema prone skin and hormonal acne

[@visheshvishesh5186]

Can people with rosacea (drty skin)get dermal fillers?

[@Elle1819]

Finally some focus on rosacea, I have it and nobody talks about it

[@SK-fy8dl]

I really appreciate that she shared the specific in-office procedures she uses such as botox and lasers. That was really honest and informative.

[@natascha8028]

Exactly!!

[@notmyrealname550]

OMG her rosacia is sooo subtle you can hardly tell. This is what I needed to see to get me to schedule a dermatologist appointment I haven't been in years

[@beauty_enthusiast]

Thank you from a fellow rosacea sufferer! Please do a morning routine, too! There is so little for us on YT.

[@doeeyes2]

Azelaic Acid is the best ingredient i have found for Redness and Rosaecea. I use Cureology, i love that company. I use Retinal and Azelaic Acid. The Ordinary also has Azelaic Acid 10% for like 10 bucks. Also their Arginine serum has been a total game changer. My mom really suffers from Rosaecea and it has helped her so much.

[@LauraB.335]

@@doeeyes2 - did you also have broken capillaries? If so, did azelaic acid help with those? Thanks!

[@bubu4951]

I can't find proper cleanser who doesn't dry my skin out, so I always use toner after cleansing my skin. Unfortunatelly La roche possay, Bioderma etc. doesn't provide it, so it's hard for me to use them. Sometimes I use micellar water instead, but it's still micellar water and I would be happy if they provide toner.

[@rachie_sherlock]

​@@doeeyes2you can also take arginine as a capsule if you have sensitive skin so your getting the benefit orally, just something for people to think about xx and you can even get collagen and retinol these days so you don't have to be rubbing on skin x

[@ElaineCox-hf4rs]

@@bubu4951try Sonya Dakar Sensi wash. I propose it’s a game changer!

[@velastefanovic4998]

Love this series. But this doc left me speechless, like, how can someone be that pretty and have flawless skin? Yasss girl.

[@anitamiko9975]

Thank you for the transparency. I love that she didn’t just go over skin care but also let us know what medical procedures she receives.

[@angelat.8997]

I’ve reached my 40s, and I’m new to rosacea, so this video is exactly what I needed. I really appreciate your down-to-earth, informative style. Well done!

[@A.R.S.1309]

4 minutes through this video and she has such a great sense of humour!

[@zuzannastogowska6628]

Haha my favorite one was : I want my patients to be getting older as the alternative is not that great 😂

[@JB-ux7ql]

Please bring her back for an am skincare video. She’s great!

[@cristinaiswatching]

Much needed, have already started her routine and it works great for me

[@hr5641]

She now had a KZbin channel!

[@alexopinionchannel9783]

I never had skin care routine, when I was 21 I started a basic routine and now at 22 I am so happy I found these skincare channels. In my teens my parents and family members said skincare was a thing for women and knowing what I know that skincare is for everyone and I don’t care what my family think my skin has improved dramatically. I don’t have a massive budget so I have a low budget skincare routine as I found products that work for me without breaking the bank. Also love your self and do what makes you happy.

[@amalreverie4202]

By far my favorite-both as the guest and her skincare routine!

[@workprogress1351]

more collabs with her, we want her morning routine

[@sriyaanandsagar9112]

Would love to see her Morning skincare routine is also! She's so interesting!

[@AntoniaLehn]

Incredibly helpful. Finally a skincare routine geared towards people struggling with rosacea.

[@lunalipsb]

She has a great camera presence! Beautiful skin and advice! I’ve been using a retinol for a while and I’m loving the results of it. I hope to switch to tret later down the line.

[@hideorgochic]

Hey - what retinol are u using and did u experience purging? I wanna introduce it into my skincare routine.

[@laysaferreirasilva2146]

I've started one but didn't keep the treatment yet, it's summer so doesn't matter the time of the day I'm hot and sweaty---then keeping sunscreen in my face is a challenge

[@lunalipsb]

@@hideorgochic I started with the naturium retinol creme but it wasn’t strong enough. Now I’m using the paulas choice 1% retinol. Versed has a great beginner one, and so does the inkey list. Naturium and versed are both at target now.

[@lunalipsb]

@@laysaferreirasilva2146 I would try using it at night!

[@TrevorRitchie]

Retinol is a great starting point to jump off into Tretinoin cream ... using retinoids have literally TRANSFORMED my skin!

[@danielacristina923]

We want to see her entire morning routine!! xxx

[@amyarnett5474]

I have rosacea, and though my skin looks and feels smooth before makeup, it looks patchy under makeup like dry skin. I'd love to see a routine that addresses makeup on top of tough skin problems like rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis!

[@notmyrealname550]

I have a similar issue my forehead always looks like my skin is peeling off when using any tinted moisturizer or foundation 🙃

[@amyarnett5474]

@@notmyrealname550 I just don't wear foundation often anymore. I do under eye concealer and use a color corrector on the rest of my face for every day. I don't get that full coverage, but I've learned to love my natural face more.

[@susieQ-z8w]

I have the same issue. Still trying to figure it out!

[@crimbleland]

Sometimes a retinoid can help with that since it increases collagen production! Not everyone who has rosacea can tolerate it though.

[@crimbleland]

I have perioral dermatitis (related to rosacea) and I tolerate topical tretinoin 0.025% well :)

[@nataliehewit]

Love her! If only regular "influencers" were telling you how they actually got their good skin instead of trying to get you to buy a La Mer oil that will do sweet F A

[@ashleybellis317]

Thank you. I have acne rosacea. My next step is laser for the redness. It is good to know that I shouldn't expect it to completely go away. Thank you for showing products that are ok to use on rosace skin.

[@mollysteckler7113]

A breakdown of her skin type and any other professional treatments she gets on top of a skincare routine? We love to see it.

[@coralakey]

Susan what are the odds! I found a dermatologist near me today on a whim AND IT WAS DR. ELLIS!!!! I feel like I struck a gold mine! She's amazing!

[@realdeal7074]

She's cool and seems so genuine. I'm new to "anti-aging" skincare.. I'm not sure what to do because I have normal/combo skin but my face is also quite sensitive and it's broken out a bit recently, the most it's ever been but that's clearing up but have little scars 😩

[@ingupin]

Finally someone who is saying you can use retinoids on rosacea. You always hear that you shouldn't use retinol or retinoids when you have rosacea. But I have been using a 1 % retinol daily for a year and my skin has never been better, even my rosacea got better. Please don't be scared to try it. It might not be working for your rosacea, but it might as well do, you never know until you try. My tip: Use a retinol that is formulated with a calming ingredient. Licorice root extract works wonders for me (included in high concentration retinol products from Paula's Choice).

[@misscd7777]

Hey there! Which one from Paulas choice? Also which moisturizer would you recommend? I also have clogged pores so not sure which moisturizer to purchase. Thanks!

[@khristvnx]

She’s my favorite on IG so glad to see Dr. Sam on here 🙌🏼

[@karenvargas7429]

Her skin is amazing.

[@amnakhan9241]

I'm so jealous of all the in office procedures she has access to! 😥

[@user89076]

I couldn't stop thinking this throughout the video. Now I'm here taking notes for what products to buy 😂

[@amnakhan9241]

@@user89076 trust me it's her in office procedures that are doing most of the work! Take notes on those!

[@mc-eo1wh]

@@amnakhan9241 Well said!

[@Kimberly-pf1hm]

@@amnakhan9241 however some celebrities have so much money at their disposal and their skin doesn’t look anywhere near as good, i’m sure those procedures definitely help to an extent but imo lifestyle plays a part a lot more and i’m sure she’s very healthy

[@ginamiccio4248]

i have rosacea & i’m taking this as my sign to start introducing retinol into my routine 😩🙌🏼

[@-monika-monika]

I also suffer from rosacea with pustules and whenever I put retinol on my face it’s just inflamed 😩

[@gabye.]

@@-monika-monika I always heard people about introducing retinol slowly, like every 2 days, until the skin gets use to it and won't react to it badly. Then you can use it daily. I had never use retinol because it scares me , my skin doesn't need to suffer anymore, but maybe it's time to introduce retinol to my skin 😔

[@ZosiaDabrowski]

@@gabye. Oo boy introducing retinol slowly means at the VERY most once a week! For like a month or more and then you up it to twice a week. End goal I'd aim for retinol three times a week in your night routine! I am yet to start a retinol but I've gotten the message many times over that you have to be wayyyy more careful and gradual than you would instinctively expect to.

[@candyc3314]

@@ZosiaDabrowski Yes. Once a week until your skin adapts and then you can shift to doing it two or three times a week or every other day. Mixing it in with a soothing cream or diluting it by putting it over your cream also can help in the adapting stage.

[@eggyboi419]

I have rosacea. I suggest using Avene retrinal cream with retinaldehyde. They just came with brand new Retrinal cream for the face that has bakuchiol, which works similarly to retinol. It helps with my wrinkles and texture. It also replenishes lipids, so my skin is super soft and healthy. No breakouts. It doesn't lead to rosacea flares.

[@lavienestpasunlongfleuvetr2559]

This was great - I'd love to see her morning skincare routine.

[@goodnight1931]

We need more of these routines! Those celebrities on Harper's Bazaar need to learn from these experts.

[@doeeyes2]

For fellow Rosaecea sufferers, Azelaic Acid is the best ingredient i have found for Redness and Rosaecea. I use Cureology, i really love that company because they curate a perfect skincare product for whatever your needs. I use Retinal and Azelaic Acid. The Ordinary also has Azelaic Acid 10% for like 10 bucks. Also their Arginine serum has been a total game changer. My mom really suffers from Rosaecea and it has helped her so much.

[@rosamariasantos5908]

You are beautiful and generous doctor, and your skin is perfection

[@rosamariasantos5908]

I Am suffering a severe rosácea flare up right now, it hurts, it itches, I cannot imagine using tretinoin nor retinol with this skin problema now!!! I wonder why I had not had a flare up for years and suddenly boom!!! By the way I had been using a routine similar to yours succesfully and was so proud of my younger looking skin 😢

[@simplysona]

This was so helpful. Love how simple your routine is. What are your thoughts on eye cream? I feel like I need it daily.

[@fadleadam]

Nothing wrong with using an eye cream, but it is not needed. If you enjoy it then great but just know it not necessary. It would be better to get an eye cream that has some potent ingredients (like a peptide or caffeine eye cream) instead of an eye cream with the same ingredients as a moisturizer because then its just a waste of money. I would recommend the Naturium peptide eye cream because it has some really good ingredients.

[@EmersonSanPedro]

Not needed.

[@shaneshadowcat]

Me too

[@sarahrahal48]

This was not helpful ! since she relies on Botox , and lasers to get those results so her real actual routine is what she does in the clinic , seeing those dermatologists doing more and more routines is just frustrating since they have access to lasers and Botox + filler for free . Not everyone had the money for those things

[@fadleadam]

@@sarahrahal48 she literally made that clear in the video...and susan always mentions and reiterates that skincare isn't always why they have amazing skin...

[@xbloodymariix]

This was super helpful! I loved her energy, and she has exactly my skin type so I felt represented! Hope to see more of her in the channel

[@MarauderetteForever]

It's like she is saying exactly what my skin is like. I am 23 but started using sunscreen when I was 18 and I wish I started a lot sooner since I also swam and played water polo. I never used sunscreen during that time in my life so i think it has caused me to have sun damage and i am desperately trying to repair my skin and hopefully i dont get milasma

[@Mystearicia]

my night time skincare routine is quite similar to hers; cleanse, retinol serum and moisturize :D simplicity is always the best

[@chelsey.mp4]

OMG I LOVE DR. ELLIS. I started following her on IG a couple months ago (also am a UCD alum & Bay Arean!!) & have been obsessed with her since. So excited to see her featured!!!

[@samwoodhouse749]

Love this routine and also LOVE how transparent and informative she is! A pleasure to watch :)

[@AC-vp8hi]

I like the fact that it is a simple routine.

[@amandahenderson4281]

You mentioned the moisturizer you use since you don't have clogged pores, but what moisturizer(s) do you recommend for those WITH easily clogged pores, or the form of rosacea with acne? And a good sunscreen that doesn't cause breakouts? It seems like everything I try gives me pimples within 24 hours.

[@ellieharbold8511]

I really like her! Maybe some dermatologist reacts videos with her in the future???

[@TrevorRitchie]

This is a great idea, I'd love to see that too.

[@tiffany-bg7vu]

She needs to open a youtube shes so fun to watch!

[@carla626848]

Would you ever do a laser treatment like laser genisis for rosacea while breastfeeding?

[@pattybarnes4944]

Yes..thank you for this..as a rosacea sufferer ..there are sooo many products that set your face on fire or make me breakout as a reaction!! We have to be picky!!! Love Clinique face balm to cleanse😍

[@GN-ge5ft]

Wait seriously 😳 your skin is flawless

[@Claire.estetisyen1]

Me breastfeeding and being sad thinking İ couldn't use my 4 bottles of retinol stocked in the fridge, will start using them tonight right away!

[@mividacomorevendedor7257]

😂😂 same here

[@amosla]

Me too! She's like the 3rd dermatologist I've heard that it's ok to use retinol and breastfeed and this is finally the final sign!😂

[@adawg3982]

Yes I actually asked my doctor regarding using retinol while breastfeeding a while ago and he said there is no problem because it’s a cream, you don’t take it orally so it should be fine. So I’ve been using it since.

[@nataliemaral]

This is the most informative skincare video I think I've ever watched. Wish she was in Southern California so I could see her, she seems fantastic & highly knowledgeable!

[@bubu4951]

Can I use La roche Dermallegro (ex Toleriane Ultra), if I'm not prone to allergies, just sensitive skin?

[@mariia6324]

You’ve got to admire her honesty in showing her skin exactly how it is. As the makeup comes off, you see her natural skin condition; she is just so comfortable being herself 🤩 ❤️ I respect this attitude a lot. I wish there was more content like this! Not the “influencers” and celebs who do a nighttime routine without even properly washing the face and removing eye makeup, so you have no clue really what’s going on there.

[@masoukhaba1311]

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[@mrs.h4484]

I have had roscesa pretty much all my life. However, once I reached menopause, on my word! It is a struggle, let me tell you. I don't have the redness as much, but my eyes are very irritated now. I have terrible breakouts, and very dry skin. Everything pretty much irritates my skin. Foods, anything I put on my skin especially my eyes. I have to be extremily careful now with everything. Even getting upset about something will cause a huge flareup. So, I feel like I have to be in a bubble with no drama what so ever. Great time to need that, Uh? I have to just let drama roll off me. I have hot flashes which is not good for someone with roscesa and I really don't want to take hrt. Have been looking for natural ways to ease menopause hot flashes. A fan is my best friend now... Think I will look for an aloe gel, mint gel or both to add to my skin. May make my own because like I said, I have to be very careful. Also, try to just eat cooling foods. Just need some relief.

[@HaileyNorby]

I love that she shared the additional treatments that she gets outside of her skincare routine. Love it!

[@sgd.6830]

Wow this lady is so beautiful and a great teacher in skin care, I will now try and find her channel and subscribe. I can see and hear her absolute honesty and knowledge ❤️

[@ryed9899]

But can we talk about those pearly white teeth?! Love them!

[@mariia6324]

I thought the same. Her teeth look amazing!

[@matzohgirl]

Yes I appreciate nice teeth!

[@AlejandroGarcia9393]

I was so excited to try the La Roshe Posay face lotion to see if it would help with my rosacea and it made it worse. I tried it two days and I had to stop using it. It was making parts of my face that were never red to become red and irritated. I was prescribed Metrogel and I also stopped using it for the same reason. 😢

[@AlejandroGarcia9393]

@@spiritwarrior9378 yeah I tried a sample of the vanicream and it was a little too oily for me. I've tried the jelly one from Clinique. It's more watery. Give that a try 🙂

[@sophonielucce5119]

Her skin is so beautiful and her skincare so simple. Anyone knows her age?

[@Kat2344]

Loving the transparency of additional treatments! Beautiful presence and skin!

[@christinecline-cardot9707]

I am 71 years old, and I use Prequel products. I have a long history of rosacea and sensitive skin, and I have received IPL treatments for my face and for ocular rosacea. I purchased the retinol you suggested from Stratia. Where do I introduce the retinoid in my routine? I have not used the Stratia retinoid yet, but because it is moisturizing, do I use it before or after Multi-Quench? I have Gleanser, Multi-Quench, Balm, and the mineral and organic sunscreens from Prequel.

[@cynthiarogers2904]

*Thank you, especially for your comments regarding rosacea !!!*

[@susanbackes4651]

This was so helpful and Dr Ellis is just so relatable and real.....wish she was my dermatologist!

[@samaasaleh2864]

Alo vera gel has made a great progress with my rosacea

[@rebwizzle3487]

i like her bring her back for more tips

[@julietencate6368]

I would love to see her morning routine, sunscreen and make up that’s good for your skin etc!

[@iMuaaz]

We need morning routine too 😍😍

[@behuman1606]

I get confidence listening to her honestly Dr. Sam could you give advise on excellent drugstore products pleaseeeee

[@stephaniebenoit788]

I spend a lot of time outside which I love but I noticed it has done damage recently. I don't wear sunscreen because I have rosacea with pimple and it burns. I used to have a beautiful face without wrinkles, redness or pimples. For the past year or so, I'm dealing with all of the above, plus red rashes on the inner corner of my eyes. These get very inflammed. I do drink a lot a coffee :( and I walk outside almost every day. I would appreciate any tips that can help me improve my overall skin texture and confidence. I'm 42 by the way. Thanks in advance!!!

[@erinb6014]

I would live another video with more details on how you treat your rosacea and how to use Retin A with rosacea.

[@randiacoronacion6797]

Start low dosage Tretinoin .025% alternate every other night, or two nights. Until u built your skin tolerance. Your skin will be itchy at first, it means the Retin A is working, it's helping build collagen and stimulate blood vessels. And then help skin exfoliate. Been on Tretinoin .025% for over a year, I have Rosacea and Peri oral dermititis. I'm hesitant to increase dosage to .05% Retin A fear of exacerbating Rosacea. So far with Soolantra prescription cream and Metronidazole .075% gel. The redness of Rosacea is controlled and the pimple like bumps on the side of my mouth and cheeks are controlled. Rosacea is a life time condition, we need a routine to keep it bay. Sad to say it's genetic.

[@The_Confidence_Magician]

Can you use azaleic acid and a milder retinol cream in one routine?

[@justjulia8007]

I do, and I have Rosacea.. I use the Kiehl’s Microdose Retinol along with my RX azelaic acid and never had any problems. Hope that helps.

[@natalie__celine]

Damn. She’s beautiful, no make up or filter to show that 💕

[@matzohgirl]

Yesss.

[@dianeyoung8130]

There is an obvious blur filter on this video.

[@victoriamunyon307]

Do you suggest using a mask 1-2x per week with rosacea or not at all? If so, any thoughts on the Skinfx Redness Recovery Mask?

[@j.a3889]

Love your skin, and skincare routine Dr. Samatha Ellis and love your personality too 💕 Thank you for sharing your routine and sharing your knowledge. Thank you Mixed Makeup Team and Susan Yara for this new series. Very helpful 💕

[@Luna-1028]

Love your video ❤ would you recommend toner on rosacea skin

[@isabelcastaneda7439]

Great video, with tips, and details and so informative.

[@thatgirljen]

Thank you for this video! I’ve just entered my 40s and have rosacea and have really been scared to try anything for anti aging not knowing how my skin will react to it. I’m going to look into the products. How have you felt about the recent formula change for the La Roche Posay moisturizer? Do you still recommend it?

[@elizabethannehaffner4779]

Hi Dr. Sam Ellis, I am new to your channel, and I got very excited to find you. I too have a LOT of sun damage from younger years. I also have rosacea (bad) and while your double cleanse seems to work fo you, if I were to rub my face, it would be beet red for weeks. I have been seeing a dermatologist for over the past two years and we have come to the end of what he can do (because everything else is considered cosmetic). He referred me to a place to get laser treatment. I have only had two treatments so far (and immediately afterward, my face looks GREAT) but unfortunately it is not helping (yet). My dermatologist is thinking I am going to need something more (I am not sure what that means, but I am up for ANYTHING that will help. Thank you for your videos.

[@missliabird]

I loved this video. Super informative and loved the transparency!

[@hideorgochic]

I really didn't know the difference between Tretinoin and Retinol (I thought they were essentially the same thing), so I gather that retinol is a bit less aggressive, I appreciate you clearing that up

[@SusanYara]

Yes! Retinol is way less intense but doesn’t have as many studies as tretinoin.

[@efroggys]

Retinol is so weak that it’s a waste of time. Use retinoids

[@hideorgochic]

@@efroggys What's your go-to retinoid?

[@celinabond]

I cannot use anything with Shea butter bc it clogs my pores but I deffinetly need a thicker cream at night for sensitive skin

[@YeseniaMariee]

such a great video ! I definitely love to see professional women use socials to help spread well known tested knowledge

[@r.sweebe6016]

i love her! please bring her back!

[@pattihanneman5608]

Thank you! My skin is a twin to yrs. The laser to target reds has helped. I use the Azelaic Acid in the morning too. But not 100% sure it’s helping with the redness. Love the simple routine!

[@Wilson-gp1kg]

I have just ordered the Vanicream Gentle Daily Cleanser. After finally finding content by a medical professional with Rosacea, I am excited to try her routine, and see if it makes a change to my skin.

[@evek.393]

Need I say much? I love her. Although I don't share the same skin type or skin condition as her.

[@sarahzane7325]

I literally love her so much

[@mignonalverson655]

I bought the Aveeno oat cleanser and it's amazing. I did order Clinique's take the day off cleansing balm and the ordinary azelaic acid.

[@felixw1353]

She is adorable! And i will check out that moisturizer too!

[@cherylkeys1284]

So glad I watched this before going shopping for products to handle my newly diagnosed rosacea. Is there another video about Dr. Sam's morning routine?

[@minahabibi1008]

hi thank you for your information. which brand of Azelaic said do you suggest and how often we should use?

[@cinthiac30]

I enjoyed her video so much!!!!!!!! She is one of those doctors I connect with. Great video!!!!

[@AnthonyJP91]

Brilliant routine by a brilliant human 👏 Would love to see your morning routine!

[@Fakeindian]

Hi Dr. Ellis! I have red spider veins on both cheeks and around my nostrils. What skincare should I be using or avoiding?

[@Ola-ts9ny]

I really appreciate that she is talking about botox and laser treatments!

[@navamorris3478]

I discovered your videos today and can't stop watching them! I find you to be knowledgeable and you inspire confidence. I would like know if you are familiar with the Bare Minerals Pure Plush skin cleansing foam, and if so, what you think of it.

[@sandrabarrientos556]

Hello I found your video very informative. Can you share your morning routine and products .

[@dinarahamim9248]

I relate to her skin type sooo much. I wish I knew what her tinted moisturizer is, her skin looks amazing!

[@KerrieCharltontrude]

I love her honesty

[@karendutil7434]

Your skin is gorgeous, I have rosacea too. Thank you for all the great tips 😊👍💕

[@frankpicillo9527]

Hello from Montreal!! Allways very on point videos !! Thanks a million!!!! Can I, please, ask... do you do online consultation?

[@suenolan3689]

Just wondering do you take a break from tret when you are getting your laser treatments ?

[@veronicaivanova]

This LRP moisturiser is the very best! I always must have it 💙

[@liviusss]

Dr. Ellis, your skin looks great! BTW I'm also a rosacea sufferer (except my case is very bad, with an extremely sensitive, fragile skin - due to a long-term corticosteroid treatment) and I love the Toleriane Ultra, it's been my go-to moisturizer for years. I would recommend it to anyone who deals with sensitive, intolerant, irritated skin.