Five Skincare Cheats to Manage Rosacea | Dr Sam in the City

[@allieseesworld]

I never had any issues with my skin, it was very healthy and beautiful. I had some minor dark spots from the summer so I tried a microdermabrasion session (just one) and now four months later I'm still struggling with what seems to be rosacea. I never had issues with it before and am shocked one treatment that was marked as safe for all skin types has basically given me rosacea.

[@lucyberger7625]

I need to exfoliate to get rid of dead skin and build up around my nose and chin, but they are all aggravating for rosacea. There has to be an exfoliation option for us.

[@antitroll98]

chemical exfoliation. Once a week. But I believe good digestion, healthy gut, stress and anxiety management, enough sleep, and ensure all daily nutrition are met, will do wonder like 70%, 30% are topical skincare.

[@dianatozer1069]

I use a konjac sponge. Very gentle.

[@meganburbage1232]

I am trying Azaelic acid

[@cindywebb7718]

Wonderful video, just what I've been waiting for. Thank you xxx

[@debbyportillo5395]

Excelent video, thank you for giving such great advice for those of us who have this condition!

[@Selinalashari]

One of the best videos on rosacea that I have ever come across! Thank you Dr Sam.

[@Lilix125]

Dr. Sam! You're video is great! I have rosacea and a very oily skin, I was about to buy a foam cleanser but I think I will stick to my gel cleanser. My rosacea is mild but very bothersome anyway, I recently got hydrafacial, I hope it works. Thank you for sharing!

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

Is hydrafacial like a hydrotherapy?

[@fabbihachoudhury7669]

Hi Dr Sam, really enjoying your videos! Can you please do a video like this for eczema?

[@georgewalters7748]

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[@nhi602]

Hi Dr Bunting! Thank you for making these really helpful videos! Please consider filming a video on eczema and psoriasis! For some reason, mine only acts up all over my shins in the summer time. Would love to know your take on the best way to care for and tips! Cheers!

[@DrSamBunting]

We've just done Seborrhoeic dermatitis. Will add these to the list!

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[@NT-bz5nh]

Hi dr. Bunting- can you give suggestions on how to reapply sunscreen over makeup while avoiding breaking the makeup?

[@savagefarmert]

You should use a spf powder

[@essiebejb]

Try a foundation or cc cream with a high spf instead. I did the switch from the separates to a combined product and I don't see myself going back now.

[@kirsten121]

Hi Dr B! With Vichy Dermablend Liquid Foundation...is it ok to use the setting powder? I know you're not a fan of powder for acne skin! Thanks!

[@hursitgul3929]

I have rosacea for me is it genetic! I use NO AD baby sunscreen fragnane free spf 50, LOVE IT!!And i have essence from korea to and a serum And i make my own mask with yoghurt honing I use before going to bed almond oil BUT I dont going to the stupid docter becauae he will not take my serious because off my age (23) I have little bit red cheecks and nose with pimpels i'am looking for a cleanser and i saw the vanicream but is this with ph level.. And im lookung for moisturizer with hyaluronic acid and collageen, antioxidant Do you know where i can found this

[@goodiegoodygumdrops]

hursit gul Definitely find a new doctor! And try to find someone who doesn't want to through a million different prescriptions at you. ugh. I hate that

[@mariaboden4658]

If I don't exfoliate, how do I remove gritty, crusty dead skin cells especially from around my nose? Thanks x

[@andreachiniewicz2705]

I use an acid toner at night.

[@mariaboden4658]

Ouch...super sensitive skin here x

[@andreachiniewicz2705]

Maria Boden yup me too as it's a rosacea video! If you have the right acid it's a miracle worker. I use first aid beauty radiance pads, clinique mild clarifying etc etc no sting!

[@mariaboden4658]

Oooh thank you!!!

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

For sensitive skin as us rosacea-sufferers it's always recommended to try the gentlest AHA such as Lactic Acid first :-)

[@wishmeluck4933]

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[@tanyas6643]

Definitely enjoyed this video. I’ve been pretty much doing this, for about 15-20 years... with a few brief bouts of “experimenting” here and there. (Not always a good thing... but I occasionally get sucked into the “new” and “better” or “best” skincare product recommendations, by family, friends, KZbinrs and even some of my dermatologists.) Since having first been diagnosed with mild to moderate rosacea, 20 years ago... I’ve religiously have done a few things that have helped me. - I read product labels. Anything irritating, like SD or denatured alcohol, fragrance or fragrant essential oils... and I won’t bother with it. - I use a 1/2 sheet of a paper towel, to pat my skin dry and then use it to apply a lightweight moisturizing toner. Reusing a cotton face towel or flannel, caused too much irritation and breakouts. Using a fresh one, every time... also was an issue. I figured i may just be allergic (on my face!) to even the gentlest of laundry detergent?! *shrugs* - I’ve also been using SPF religiously. I use a lightweight moisturizer with SPF30 and a tinted moisturizer with SPF30 . Both contain zinc and or titanium dioxide. (The tinted moisturizer acts as my foundation that’s topped off with a light layer of powder foundation, to conceal some of the redness.) I occasionally dab a bit of NARS Radiant concealer and blend down with a BB... on some areas with more pronounced redness (over the tinted moisturizer, but before the powder.)

[@jenthebubble1914]

Cetaphil makes me go red like nothing else!

[@goodiegoodygumdrops]

Jenabuble Yeah. CeraVe and Cetaphil suck. Cleansers and moisturizers broke me out in both. :/

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

Cetaphil contains parabens :(

[@bbygrlpt2]

Me too! I used to use it for yrs then all of a sudden my skin got sensitive and it doesnt tolerate cetaphil anymore

[@sawdz4405]

interesting points ,if anyone else wants to uncover green tea cream rosacea try Mackorny Facial Miracle Blueprint ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some decent things about it and my brother in law got amazing success with it.

[@joellouisfire]

Yeah! I switched from Cetaphil to a different cleaner (Simple) to try it out and by the next day my redness and bumps were noticeably reduced! Still looking for the most effective cleanser for me though, but I'm glad I stopped using Cetaphil

[@SillyWomanDiaryBlogspot]

I am one of those who have rosacea, am highly sensitive AND have oily skin. I'm also in my 40s and have yet to find an anti-aging product that doesn't cause my skin to react in some way. I also can't really find much information about rosacea for people with oily skin, in general. If you could do a video about either of those topics (rosacea on oily skin or rosacea and anti-aging) that'd be amazing!

[@sarahphinasunset3312]

I have found coconut oil (organic, virgin, cold pressed, and unrefined) works wonders for my oily skin. It calms the rosacea, is great for anti-aging, and is my go-to for eczema relief. Give it a try ☺

[@sarahphinasunset3312]

Also, I haven't tried it, but I've heard that apple-cider vinegar baths help sensitive, problem skin.

[@SillyWomanDiaryBlogspot]

I use coconut oil as my first cleanse...do you use it differently?

[@saga01b]

rosehip seed oil is a great anti aging oil, with a low comedogenic rating. A lot of people with a dryer skin type tend to use it, but in my case it's actually lowered my face's natural oil production, and normalized my skin a lot. It's also soothed down my rosacea quite a bit. Now in the wintertime I need a slightly thicker oil though, so I use (food grade) avocado oil mixed with a little bit of tea tree essential oil as a night time moisturizer. These two things, combined with a gentle daily cleanser, are the only things that I do in my daily skincare routine. And my skin has never been calmer :) (skin type: combination (used to be very oily), very sensitive with (now) mild rosacea)

[@sarahphinasunset3312]

Tina Marie (Tina Gaspard) I've changed my skin care routine recently. Once a week, I do a mask. I usually use an exfoliating or pore-purging mask. I use the cetaphyl gentle cleanser (b/c it's soap free and oil free, and very gentle) first, then apply the mask. Sometimes I'll do the cleansing mask and then do a soothing/moisturizing mask immediately after, depending on my skin. I then follow up with the Paula's Choice BHA treatment, followed by the coconut oil, followed by the vaseline-based cream overtop. The other 6 nights a week, I do a daily, gentle scrub (I can't afford the clarisonic so I use the olay regenerist dupe and their daily, micro-sculpting scrub. I go over each part of my face only once, so that I don't over-scrub). Then I apply some coconut oil and hop in the shower (I shower every night b/c I wash my hair at night). Applying coconut oil before a shower really helps to soothe my skin after the scrub, as the coconut oil isn't washed off by water. I wash my face with my eczema soap right before getting out of the shower. Then I follow up with Retin-A, coconut oil, and the vaseline-based cream overtop. In the morning, I just use my eczema soap and a light daytime moisturizer. I have noticed a HUGE difference in my skin since starting this regimen. My skin has never been so soft or smooth. I've always suffered from milia but this regimen seems to be keeping new milia from developing. I wish someone had taught me proper skincare 15 years ago :(

[@jemimaqueen]

+Dr Sam Bunting, One question: As professional, What do you think about korean skin care products? Do you recommend them? Thank you!

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

I personally think they are too elaborate for us rosacea-sufferers. And their double cleansing and double toning will definitely aggravate our sensitive skin. They also tend to over moisturise the skin. I feel like French skincare philosophy is the best for us with sensitive skin, we need a very simple and gentle skincare; not a 10-step skincare with potentially irrritating products.

[@Roseycheeks86]

Audrey Natalia what products are you using?

[@barefacedquestions]

You don't have to use double cleanse if it's not for you, and you don't have to follow a 10-step routine. I think there are Korean products for every skin type, you just need to look harder.

[@Roseycheeks86]

Have you tried embryolisse and what do you think of it? I agree, french pharmacy brands work best for me.

[@1224thetami]

Untill 2 weeks ago I used to use only Korean skincare products. My skin is dry, but if I overly moisturize it turns oily in the T zone, so I've never followed the 10 step K-Skincare. 2 weeks ago I started with heavy symptoms of rosacea, it's getting worse day by day, my skin does not tolarate anything I used to use, and I even bought new skin care products (Korean too) and nope, it's just not for my overly irritated rosacea skin. It reached a point where I can only wash my face with my Innisfree Blueberry foam cleanser and then rub some aloe vera over it5, then I spend the whole day spraying Avene mist over my face. These are the only things that seem to calm the itchiness and burning/stinging. I have an appointment with a dermatologist the day after tomorrow, I hope whatwver treatment she gives me will help. So yeah, that's my expirience with Korean skincare products and my extremely irritated sensitive rosacea bumpy skin. I'm 27 btw.

[@Anrex14]

Cetaphil contains SLS and parabens. You shouldn't be recommending it at all! Smh.

[@stacypalmer8002]

Brilliant vid some good tips was wondering about acids and a gentle vit a products that rosacea skin could use or is that a big no no many thanks dr Sam xxx

[@rhomo]

I have had some decent results with Soothe, by Rodan and Fields. I have tried just about everything and spent way too much money on products that didn't work. This keeps the burning and itching at bay, and truly has helped to reduce the redness. Good luck, fellow rosacea sufferers!

[@Ambrosha385]

I dont like any of the products mentioned here. If you find this helpful you will absolutely love Dr Dray MD PHD in Dermatology on youtube- echelons better product recommendations especially for those in the US

[@galato4234]

Thank you Dr. Sam for your videos. I am looking for a moisturizer and you are recommending Avene Recovery Cream and I was reviewing the ingredients and it contains Ethylhexyl Palmitate and Beeswax that are comadogenic. Do you think is ok for acne rosacea prone skin? Thank you for your response.

[@kellylouisebrown4954]

My skin gets lumps that go dry and look like eczema. Plus my cheeks are sore and red. Is this roseca? I have used eau Thermale Avene extremely gentle cleanser for hypersensitive and irritable skin, for years. This is not working anymore. My face is so sore.

[@doublaliasmaa493]

how about konjac sponges for daily cleansing ,are they harmful?

[@hallreis]

I have Rosacea but do not flush easily - it's just a persistent pick color. I gave up on prescription products, but the Paula's Choice skincare products and advice have done wonders - my skin is now a light pink instead of a dark pink. The dry patches you mention are a real problem. The microexfoliation makes it difficult to blend foundation/concealer over.

[@jenniferwu8629]

decophile what are the products you find helping to rosacea from Paula’s choice? Thanks

[@missf79]

Thank you! Another fantastic helpful video!! Really grateful! 😘 x

[@heartartichoke]

Thank you for the video Dr Bunting! One question: if we need to cleanse gently, how can we still make sure we are removing sunscreen and makeup effectively? When I use a gentle cleanser like CeraVe, it doesn't remove everything. I can't tolerate oil cleansing very well.

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

Yes I also use micellar water all the time. My face can't tolerate any tap water so any other cleanser that needs tap water just won't do. I heard Avene Extremely Gentle Cleanser is a good one too because it's a no-rinse formula and take off makeup well.

[@999Giustina]

Gina Wassyng try the double cleanse method that's very popular in Asian routines. First use an oil to remove makeup & sunscreen (coconut oil or grape seed oil) wipe off gently then your regular cleanser.

[@sarahphinasunset3312]

I have rosacea on my cheeks. I use retin-A at night, which makes it worse, but I've recently discovered that coconut oil really calms down the redness. I apply the retin-A, then I give it several minutes to dry (which leaves my skin burning). I then apply a generous amount of coconut oil (virgin, organic, cold pressed, and unrefined). I apply several layers to my cheeks and the redness immediately disappears. I then apply a vaseline based cream to lock in the moisture. Coconut oil is a fabulous moisturizer and it's great for anti-aging. I routinely get eczema on my neck and chest, and coconut oil is my go-to for relief. It works the best for moisturizing the eczema and relieving the itch. Plus, I'm not stuck using a lot of cortisone on my skin!

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

You can also "dilute" your retin-a in your moisturizer so it's not as drying.

[@ps0195]

Sarahphina Margarita which Vaseline based cream?

[@dianalong2457]

💜😇💜

[@crystalrose7]

Great video im new to ur channel Dr Sam. I found Aloe Vera Gel helps my roseaca. Even helped my acne which I started getting in my 20s. Now in my 40s I suffer with roseaca and spider veins on my nose 😪 Any tips for thread veins on the face please xx

[@lauriep3334]

I started watching you on Instagram, and you mentioned to watch KZbin for Rosacea questions. Thank you for the recommendations of products. This feature helps a lot.

[@shafaqmalik9958]

Nice video Mam, i want to ask u tht i have combination skin oily TZone, bt if i wash my face suddenly redness around cheeks and forehead for sometime thn disappears. Bt ichy. I don't use mch makeup. Im banker so routine very hactic too.

[@paoliz87]

How do you recommend removing the makeup? I can’t use thermal water without the burning feeling and I feel like just washing it’s not enough because sometimes when I wash my face or clean it the next day I still have makeup from the last day :(

[@nivmarton8513]

Plz plzz recommend what kind of exfoliation n which brands do u recommend plzz i have soo many blackheads

[@melodyal3357]

Can we please know what are some of best product options to use in recommended steps? That would be just amazing! Thanks a lot!

[@joslynollila9613]

What’s the best drugstore sunscreen to use or I could get at target I used cetephil and it triggered my rosecea I live in a very sunny place and I’ve been staying inside because I don’t have a sunscreen and I don’t know what to do

[@VHPINC]

How do you feel about using a product like pixie glow for once or twice a week exfoliation on rosacea skin? My forehead stops letting product absorb if I don’t exfoliate but I don’t really know what to use. Also I use a hyaluronic acid serum as my skin seems more dehydrated than dry. thanks for your comments/gestures.

[@mermaidmoon2254]

I do use their Pixi Vitamin C tonic but maybe I don't have a skin as sensitive as yours (even though I have Acne Rosacea and their tonics don't seem to contain alcohol). In fact my skin also tolerates mechanical exfoliation once/twice a week (although I mix my, already VERY GENTLE, exfoliant with my creamy cleanser and I have an hydrating rose petal mask immediatly afterwards). If you have veeery sensitive skin, than maybe I would think twice, I don't know. Let me know how it went! Xxx

[@catherineauffrey5660]

How can I get a hold of your products in Canada?

[@meercat70]

Wow! Really handy information!!!

[@Fatima-fq9gr]

Hey helpfull video have you got pharmacy options forsunscree

[@1224thetami]

Vichy and La Roche Posay products stings my skin tho

[@acuarelame]

Very nice discovery today, i enjoy to advices from dermatologist on KZbin. About the sunscreen would you recommand some from La roche Posay or french farmacy ? Thank you , i ve a nice day.

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

From the French pharamacy try Avene mineral sunscreen, the one with SPF 50. Avene is the best for sensitive skin like ours.

[@nicolecampbelll]

I literally do all these things 😩 I currently use FOAMING cleanser, toner with alcohol. Unreal. Thank you for the video. I'm adding it to my favorites 👌

[@DrSamBunting]

So glad you found us! xx

[@srishtitandon633]

thank you so much for this video... dr.

[@sharnaclarke8230]

This is a great video, I appreciate it!

[@ciarab4608]

Thanks for the helpful video! I have rosacea on my cheeks and acne around my mouth/chin. I use gentle cleansers and moisturisers and use benzoyl peroxide just on the acne prone areas to avoid the rosacea. Is it okay to be using Pixi glow tonic every other day for the pigmentation or it this a big no-no with rosacea?

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

For sensitive skin it's always recommended to start with the gentlest AHA around, the lactic acid. Pixi Glow Tonic contains glycolic acid and it's geared more towards those with normal skin, not sensitive skin. Even with lactic acid, always do a patch test first for at least 48 hours, we can never be too sure :-)

[@gemma1884]

Thank you so much for this video Dr Sam. I agree with the physical exfoliating and acid toners, they irritate my rosacea skin. But what would you use to get rid of purple marks left by spots and large pores? X

[@heatherwarren178]

Rodan and Fields is a good choice for skin care

[@AudreyNataliaKosmar]

They can be fixed with IPL. I heard great results from people who underwent IPL for their rosacea

[@MtnSnowflake]

I have had rosacea for almost 30 years. I also have good luck with exfoliators, both physical (clarisonic) and chemical (AHA) .... that could be just me though. I have pretty dry skin so I need the exfoliation. I do very much agree with you on using good skin care and products!

[@texashoney7674]

What about removing makeup? Do you recommend oil cleansing or a cleansing cream like ponds? Thanks for the good info