Soolantra for rosacea: Q&A with dermatologist Dr Dray

[@patriciasizemore5133]

Thank you for this video. I have been using Soolantra for a little over a year and it has changed my life. I went to two different doctors and two Dermatologists over a two year period before I was diagnosed with the mites you discussed. For two years I barely left the house my symptoms were so bad. My face was covered with pustules at times so bad I was almost unrecognizable. Within 48 hours of using Soolantra my skin was markedly improved and within a week all symptoms were gone. I was able to have laser surgery to minimize the broken capillaries. It is so nice having my face back.

[@DrDrayzday]

I am so glad to hear things are better!

[@Mollyjean2014]

I’m so glad you had success. My skin got more and more wretched with Soolantra. I stopped after 3 months, changed my skincare and it’s back to normal. Maybe I was hormonal, I’m 49 so I’m likely premenopausal.

[@laurenrosekeller]

Patricia Sizemore I had a very similar experience. Zero side effects from Soolantra and it completely cleared my perioral dermatitis. I did not use any antibiotics. Only the soolantra.

[@komalthakur3183]

My cheek area become red when I do workout or when I feel nervous should I use this???

[@patriciasizemore5133]

@@komalthakur3183 , you would need to make an appointment with a Dermatologist and be diagnosed with rosacea. Soolantra is only sold by a doctor's prescription.

[@liviusss]

Thank you for talking about rosacea, Andrea, I feel like it's not such an interesting topic for many dermatologists (and I've seen a lot)...

[@DrDrayzday]

it is a huge topic of concern in dermatology

[@e.e.schmid4976]

Three dermatologists told me that nothing could be done against it because it is genetic.

[@onlyonewendywu]

Used Soolantra for pistular and pustular facial rosacea a few years ago ( before this insightful video) with phenomenal success! I got results after 2 weeks, then a slight decline, but then continuous improvement. I stopped using it after 12 weeks as all symptoms had gone and even the redness much better. I hadn’t realised I ought to have maintained use of the cream even though I was no longer symptomatic. Consequently, due to stress and being peri-menopausal, I think it’s returned and is also around my eyes, on the eyelids too, so have recommenced usage of the cream all over my face, eyelids included. Thank you so much for talking about this amazing cream! 🙏🏼

[@gabriel5738]

Are you still using it, how is your face now?

[@susanvirginia6037]

I'm so thankful when you address rosacea Dr. Dray.😊😊😊

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching!

[@ogpigeon4431]

Soolantra absolutely knocked out my postules or whatever you want to call them. I'm telling you, it absolutely stop them almost over night. I hate, hate , hate any type of drugs but this actually is fantastic in my opinion.

[@kelsikustelski3100]

I live in Germany and got soolantra for 7€ with my insurance something needs to change with American healthcare

[@DOOMGENERATION]

Same, got it for 5€, and got Finacea on top of it for combination use (Finacea morning, Soolantra evening), also 5€. In Germany Soolantra without prescription costs only 40€.

[@danielar8490]

I'm in the US & recently purchased soolantra for the 1st time - it didn't cost me anything with my insurance.

[@CynthisizerExplores]

@dani r I need your insurance, cause that was not my experience!

[@roxcyn]

I'm on metrogel 1% and it costs 15 USD with my insurance. It lasts about 3 months for me. How long does the soolantra last you?

[@voldemortsunbaenim3490]

Oh hat es dir geholfen? Ich finde sehr wenig erfahrungsberichte.. ich überlege meinem hautarzt zu sagen dass ich diese creme gerne hätte. Ich benutze jeden tag eine getönte creme ,weil ich nicht ohne rausgehen kann :/ man sieht es trzd noch aber besser als nix .. nur gibt es gute und schlechte tage und mein Gesicht steht in Flammen 😏 also würdest du sie weiter empfehlen?

[@michellegoodrow460]

This video and your advice has changed my life! Thank you thank you! I use soolantra once day and it has eliminated my rosacea in about 48 hours Amazing! Thank you for giving me back my confidence and my life ! Truly appreciate your advice

[@olgakonanova1455]

Ive been suffering from rosacea for a year. Used metrogel and azelaic acid but it helped only a little. Finially got Soolantra prescription and all my symptoms were gone in TWO DAYS. I have beautiful and clear skin again. Miracle!

[@scentedlove2537]

Dr. Dray. I really need to thank you. You helped me clear up what I suspect was eczema on my cheeks and forehead that had persisted for two years. I was so scared that it would eventually take over my whole face. I was a sucker for pricey green, natural beauty products, which probably led my skin to that state, yet I kept slathering them on, wondering what I was doing wrong. Then one of your videos popped up, and after only 3 days of following your advice, the inflammation is gone. You've changed my whole perspective. My skin has never felt better. Thank you so much for selflessly putting out such solid information that actually helps people. You are AWESOME. P.S. I love the Ceramedx cleanser! I'm copying your whole routine, but with cruelty free products you recommend. :)

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks!

[@avasmommy74]

Appreciate you so much! I have a wonderful Dermatologist, but I still love coming here to hear your very thorough and professional advice. I was just prescribed Soolantra and Tretinoin (0.25%). I have been for some reason, more hesitant about using the Soolantra even though my Rosacea can be a struggle, this helped a lot!! :)

[@DrSamBunting]

Excellent video, Andrea! Soolantra has been a real game-changer and so much more pleasant to use than most of the metronidazole preparations. x

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks! I am a fan and see a lot of improvement in my rosacea patients

[@Mollyjean2014]

Dr Sam Bunting I’m 50 with Rosacea with small pustules and papular bumps. I had a horrible break out for months using Soolantra with metronidazole . I had a wedding to go to and my face looked like I was going through puberty. I called my dermatologist about it and she prescribed me a very expensive antibiotic pill and the bumps immediately disappeared. I now use generic Finacea and it has been a game changer. Was the breakout caused by the bacteria released caused by the death of demadex?

[@magyar5615]

Thank you for all of your awesome videos, the ones on ROSACEA have been extremely helpful as my sister has this condition, and you are the only common sense physician who is addressing this in a sane manner. Thank you again !!!

[@carrielee8493]

I work for the Post Office. We get a safety tip as a text message on our scanner and today's tip was , " Remember to apply sunscreen every two hours to protect your skin." Woo Hoo!

[@DrDrayzday]

great tip!

[@betsykrehemker1013]

My husband has what I would consider a little bit more than a milder form of Rosacea. He has been applying Prosacea Homeopathic Topical Gel for a little over a month. It seems to be working pretty well for him as other options were a little pricey for us at the moment. He uses it every other day because it sometimes feels "tight" and what I think he means is it can kind of dry him out. It seems like he has break outs a lot when he is under a copious amount of stress and anxiety from work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on the topic, it helped me better understand a little bit about what he is going through. I'm just hoping our porcelain skinned little red head doesn't have to deal with it later on in life, but unfortunately you never know. Have a great evening!

[@DrDrayzday]

prosacea is a sulfur cream and it works well.....sulfur is commonly used in dermatology for several skin conditions and is an effective anti-inflammatory ...though it can be drying

[@Mollyjean2014]

I’m 49 with Rosacea and started getting many little papules within the last year. I had only issues with broken capillaries in the past. My dermatologist prescribed Soolantra. My skin got horrendous, I felt like I was 15 again. I used is for over 3 months and it kept getting worse and I was using Vanicream.. I read up on it thoroughly and a reaction could be due to the bacteria that was being released when the mites died. I started an antibiotic which helped but it was pricey. I was frustrated so I stopped the Soolantra paired with the Metrogel . I changed my regimen fromVanicream to Drunk Elephant and my skin has changed a 180! I still get a tiny blemish here and there but nothing like my skin was before I started using the prescription topical creams and gels and during the Soolantra. That was a month ago. My question is since I only get a tiny blemish every so often could it be that I didn’t have a mite issue and it was my skincare and maybe my skin just changed or is just part of my Rosacea? I’m premenopausal so maybe that was the culprit instead of ramped mites. I have watched your videos on Rosacea, sensitivity, just about all of them. What are your thoughts?

[@emmydream5802]

Horse Paste FTW! Apple flavor, too 🍎🍏

[@sharischmidt4712]

You certainly have so much information, care and compassion for people unlucky enough to struggle with these skin conditions, you do wonderful work😊🍁 Happy Friday 🌻

[@DrDrayzday]

Thank you Ms Shari

[@Jasmine215100]

I was told only 1% to 10% of the population will NEVER have the slightest skin condition or imperfection, so I guess if you're in this group you will never be bullied at school, right? Everyone will worship the ground you walk on!

[@sharischmidt4712]

@@Jasmine215100 lol no l don't think so, just very fortunate to have great genes 😊

[@Jasmine215100]

@@sharischmidt4712 I was just kind of talking tongue-in-cheek Shari! Pretty girls can get bullied too, by other school girls!

[@KaKesFantasticO]

I have rosacea and use soolantra. It was $60 for a small tube with insurance! Had to use a specialty pharmacy as well. But it works miracles. Thanks for discussing it!

[@tomasgarcia7499]

It was $60 for me too 😩

[@devdawg22]

Mine was $175 for the off brand and I could not justify that...my doctor told me to go to a farm supply place like tractor supply and get the ivermectin paste for horses and mix alittle with lotion.

[@KyIieMinogue]

Omg yasss that long hair is looking gooodd queen

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks! Hope you are having a good Friday 😀

[@luciagarcia5272]

Thank you for talking realistically about drugs. What's worked the best for me is not "bothering" my skin with things that cause pastules, i.e. the most gentle cleanser I can find. Cleasing, even just water, is the worst part. My skin would be better off without cleasing, but I have to take off sunscreen!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Yes, it is an arduous journey for people with rosacea to identify mositurizers, cleansers, and sunscreens that are not problematic

[@Yadiris28091]

I'm using Eucerin cleansing gel Redness Relief and it's a god send. My dermatologist also recommended Cetaphil Foaming face wash for redness-prone skin. I haven't used it yet, but maybe it can work for you.

[@Anon-nv7bp]

Lmao the delusion is hilarious here How about, don't put sunscreen (99% of which are toxic) on your face, and then you don't have to use a cleanser (also mostly toxic ingredients), which will irritate your rosacea The Sun is your friend, it's not dangerous, so long as you live where you're originally from

[@AnonymousOregonian]

I was actually diagnosed with Rosecea from my optimologist. I have an eye condition called bleperitis ( I know I spelled that wrong) it's akin to Rosecea, it plugs up the oil glands around the waterline and causes dry sensitive burning eyes. I had gotten a, not sure what to call it, breakout of Rosecea the morning of my eye visit. I had taken a barefaced picture that morning for going to a doctor later. The eye doctor said something like this eye condition is related to your Rosecea, assuming I knew I had Rosecea. I showed him the pictures I took of my bare face and he said without a doubt I have it. I went to a Dermatologist bare faced broken out with a migraine (vulnerable and in pain) and this plasic ken doll doctor sits across the room at least 10 feet away and my spots are little, painless bumps and on my cheecks and he goes on to tell me I have huge painful ones on my jawline (I don't). I tried to tell him he wasn't listening and repeated my concerns again. He was too busy giving eyes at the pretty student that was observing him for the day, rather than do his job. He belittled, disrespected and treated like the dirt on his shoes. I know this isn't all doctors and I wish I had gotten someone like Dr, Dray. Now I don't have a diagnosis from a Dermatologist because he wouldn't look at my face, he was probably distracted looking at his reflection off of shiny surfaces. I looked up over the counter stuff, I've been using Prosecea and my oral Doxy from my eye doctor, Neutrogena alcohol free toner, Cetaphil and Aztec clay mask.

[@DrDrayzday]

yes, ocular rosacea and blepharitis are related...there are special sebaceous glands in eye that lubricate the eye

[@skincarelover9568]

I had very similar situation my eye doctor told me you have rosacea in your eyes , I was 😱😱😱what I told her I know I have rosacea in my skin and she explained I couldn't believe but she told me there is not cure so she said just put warm compress and she gave me drops.

[@AnonymousOregonian]

@@skincarelover9568 You are right on no cure and the warm compresses. There are a couple other things that I find helpful to manage it; my eye doctor prescribed doxycycling daily, optometrist orders 1000mg fish oil 1-2X daily, applying moisturizing eye drops through the day (I like Systane Balance), a gel eye drop nightly, hydrating eye cream (I know Dr. Dray says regular moisturizer works just as good but my sensitive eyes won't allow it) and if you wear eye makeup no waterline makeup and a through double cleanse to not leave any residue on the eyes.

[@skincarelover9568]

Dannelle Utsch thank you!

[@paint_freckles]

@@DrDrayzday I have rosacea and vanicream has been the best thing I have tried. I'm not sure of this product but will check it out. I also have blepharitis and MGDblockage of oil glands. My eyes constantly sting. I have tried everything. I cannot wear sunscreen on my face bc it somehow works up to my eyes...even vanicream and elta MD. any suggestions for others I could try that wont sting my eyes?

[@happytrails699]

Inflammation in any area of the body is just horrible to deal with

[@DrDrayzday]

agree

[@roxcyn]

It sure is!

[@amyb2869]

I have mild form of rosacea, flare ups about 1 or 2 times per month, starting 2 years ago. Soolantra worked for me for about 9 months to a year, plus SO expensive even with my insurance. I stopped it and ordered The Ordinary Azaleic acid and has worked 100% better! Love it!

[@vickytime3855]

How long did it take for you to notice an improvement with the Ordinary?

[@amyb2869]

Within a couple weeks! I seriously have very few flare ups now, just in extreme cold or humidity!! My pores look smaller as well. I found sulfur helps me when I get the small pustules, I buy a sulfur Acne Free mask for those nights!

[@vickytime3855]

@@amyb2869 thanks for the feedback. I've tried it a few times, but not consistently. I might have to give it another go. I scaled back on everything and I'm trying to be very selective about what I use now.

[@DrDrayzday]

that is unfortunate

[@PurpleHaze929]

Amy Battaglia Must you order The Ordinary. Online or is it available in stores?

[@lizglanz4966]

I get FDA approval isn't always simple but equine ivermectin at 1.87% is $2.50 for a 6g tube. That's a huge markup. I should know, I buy it several times a year.

[@yvettekopp2450]

My dermatologist also prescribed Rhofade for the redness. I was pleased that my insurance covered soolantra and Rhofade.

[@13linstar]

Look beautiful Dr.dray!!

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks

[@yvettekopp2450]

I appreciate your time regarding rosacea. I have lupus and sjogrens. I now know that because I have immune disorders, I am a candidate for rosacea.

[@basicbaroque]

Thanks for talking about rosacea on your channel. I’ve been having a hard time trying to find a doctor to even see me for it. The dermatology office actually sent me to an esthetician instead, for my facial redness and told me it was from my cells not turning over enough; then prescribed me exfoliating products. I looked like a beet and felt like I was on fire, so it was 100s of dollars down the drain... again. Arizona is a weird place for doctors though. I’m hoping to find a dermatologist in Sweden, when I move in December. I don’t feel like the offices in my state take this condition very seriously.

[@DrDrayzday]

I am sorry to hear this happened. There was a recent study that looked at the cost of rosacea on patients and showed that patients spend $100s monthly on many misleadling products and "spa treatments" for rosacea. They are heavily victimized by the cosmetic marketing in combination with poor access to see an actual dermatologist.

[@ekaterinakozlovskaia8082]

Hi dr Dray. Very useful info as always. I don't have resacia but I was prescribed Soolantra by my dermatologist after a had a very bad reaction to a chemical peel. It was in a combination with a cortison cream (in the evening and Soolantra in the morning for a week). Not sure whether it is really used like this but it really helped. However in Belgium with a prescription it costs 33 eur. I am completely shocked at US price. Thank you again and have a great weekend!

[@DrDrayzday]

Glad to hear it helped! Yeah, our prescription drugs are cost prohibitive because unlike other countries we dont cap drug price., Therefore the pharmaceutical industry picks the price, and they pick high because money is to be made, rather than considering patients

[@pickledginger5876]

Not that long ago, within the past couple of years - I was going thru an extremely rough time with my face and scalp. I had been diagnosed with rosacea previously. Suddenly I had started breaking out horribly in my eyebrows, my scalp, and on my cheeks (lots of hair follicle areas). I saw a dermatologist that poopoo'd my dilemma. It itched badly and drove me insane. I thought I could feel things crawling on my skin. It got so bad I started digging at my spots just to get some relief, and then was diagnosed with dermatillomania (sp?), and then developed alopecia areata - whether it was tied together, I do not know. I still could not get relief from a dermatologist, and my gp would only prescribe anti anxiety meds - which I truly did not believe was the issue. I was left to my own devices. I stumbled upon the demodex mite, and thought that may be the cause, but the dermatologist still laughed. I did a lot of web searching and finally settled upon dog shampoo. I bought it, crossed my fingers I wouldn't poison myself, and lathered my face and scalp. After a few uses, I finally found relief. After clearing, I used it as a maintenance item, and now only use it if I feel that creepy crawly feeling strike - which had only occurred on my scalp since then, and hasn't occurred since for over eight months now. Needless to say, I haven't been back to that worthless derm, and hope others in need of help can actually find a good doctor that cares (like Dr Dray). What I used didn't have ivermectin in it, and I didn't (don't) have a dog or cat, didn't roll around outdoors, etc... I have telangiectasia (the small surfaced capillaries on the apples of my cheeks), and don't know if I honestly have rosacea or not. Here is the Amazon link to the shampoo I used. smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0037Z6VK8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@DrDrayzday]

I am glad to hear that helped. The ingredients are all the same as what are in different anti-dandruff shampoos (salicylic acid, coal tar, sulfur), only all in one shampoo.

[@jackiemarsh2470]

Wow I really enjoyed the session soo interesting!! Thank you so much for a wonderful video as always!! Please enjoy the rest of your Day!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks and you too :)

[@nameko06-y]

I really like this camera angle !

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks!

[@staugmom8307]

My dermatologist and I have worked constantly together (along with my medical esthetician) for the last few years to get my rosacea and facial skin sensitivities under control and so far, Levicyn has been the unlikely winner for me. It has helped so much in my daily routine and my skin looks better than it has in years.

[@staugmom8307]

I do have Soolantra samples, though, and am tempted to give it a try. 😉

[@DrDrayzday]

that is hypchlorous acid...it works well for itchy skin associated w/ eczema

[@marytimmins7406]

Ivermectin has been in use for animals since the early 1980's. Ivermectin for veterinary use is cheap as chips

[@Mollyjean2014]

Mary Timmins yes it is. They have ivermectin at feed stores for horses. Many you tubers get better results because the concentrate is a bit stronger.

[@mickfizz1]

we need to use oral ivermectin

[@EB-yt8zw]

I have questions about this! People use that on their face? I’m assuming they’re not taking it orally like the horse does, right?

[@mickfizz1]

@@EB-yt8zw no but we need oral tablets

[@michellegoodrow460]

This cream changed my life! I’m so thankful for you and your recommendation …. Wish I had know years ago . Before I was prescribed lots of antibiotics and ruined my gut . I’m just so thankful I found you and soolantra Amazing!!!

[@GeorgeMcDougall-gz4tp]

Did you get any purging when first starting? I started 5 days ago and I’ve been getting more pimples

[@michellegoodrow460]

@@GeorgeMcDougall-gz4tp not really …..my skin was always irritated with red bumps ….i just noticed less and less over time by using the Soolantra once per day

[@VLRosa-yd2px]

This cream changed my life. I used to have sand paper skin. In 1 week of using it. My oil production purges out my face and now my skin is normalized and soft.

[@gabriel5738]

Are you still using it, how is your face now?

[@gabriel5738]

Do you apply it on your face at night?

[@louisekno1129]

$320!! Wow! I got this for free! I had option to buy for £35 without going through my GP but opted to go with GP and in Scotland we get our prescriptions for free.

[@moonlit309]

wow!!! retail price is $724 in the US. my insurance wouldn't cover it. I get it compounded 1 fl oz $65 :-(

[@georgette5103]

Light red haired, freckled, ROSACEA here. Been using topical horse paste/Ivermectin with my moisturizer. It's great.

[@mallorys2831]

What ratio do you mix? I just got the 1.87% horse paste today and nervous I’m gonna screw this up 😆

[@hajime6908]

damn it! the prices in USA are wow! I've bought my Soolantra 30 mg with 22 Euros (I'm from Europe)

[@DrReedB0928]

You are so thorough--from a medical and patient perspective. That is so appreciated. And, now I have a craving for guacamole because I keep thinking you are about to say cilantro lol. TGIF Dr Dray!

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks!

[@westclare75]

I was given Soolantra from my derm but I stopped using it after the first tube because it gave me blackheads where I never had blackheads before and made the ones I had darker. I went back to my Azeliac acid (Skinoren) and retin-a and I am now managing to control my rosacea really well.

[@kbconnor]

westclare75 I use Curology with Tretinoin, Azelaic Acid, and Niacinimide. It has done wonders for my Rosacea.

[@westclare75]

kari belle interesting. The only Niacinamide I have tried was The Ordinary one and I had a bad reaction to it. I broke out and my skin got red, flaky and sore so I had to stop using it. Might try another brand. Thank you 😊

[@kbconnor]

westclare75 They customize it for you, so if you tell them that they can make it without niacinimide. I just find it a very affordable option compared to doctor office copays and prescription copays. It’s $40.00 every other month. My rosacea is pretty mild. I’m sure there are people who have it worse that need to go to a doctor so this option wouldn’t be for everyone.

[@epdesvaux]

They make so many scripts in these rich emollient bases,that might help issue its meant for,but then creates blackheads etc.Wish these companies would do there bases in alcohol free gel/serum bases.

[@fit-skin-care9783]

Thank you Dr. Dray for taking care of us. God bless you.

[@laurastovall2713]

Soolantra can make your skin look amazing!

[@DrDrayzday]

:)

[@8cat189]

Good to hear I’m using it now!!!

[@VampirelaPR]

My derm gave me this along with a sulfa facial wash and it did wonders for me. The next day I saw the results. My rosacea (I didn't know that's what it was) was gone in two days. Thank God I have good medical cause the price tag for both things was $700.00.

[@DrDrayzday]

It is insane the price of prescription drugs these days.

[@ginalaperuginanyc7641]

I’ve moved so I’m trying to sort out the mess! I’m not ignoring anyone...just busy and going crazy! 😜🤪😉🧡🎃🧡🍂🧡🍁🧡

[@DrDrayzday]

Hope the move goes well.

[@barbnap271]

Best to you on your move. I know it is not easy ."..🌸🐝

[@ginalaperuginanyc7641]

Barb Nap Thank you, Barb!💙🦋 It’s been over 2 weeks now and I’m utterly exhausted. All I do is sleep in between all I have to do!🤤😴😉

[@carapolley9354]

I learn so much from your Q&As. Thank you for educating us.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching

[@Deandra89]

You always look beautiful but today you look extra flawless and glowy! Thank you for such an informative video, love all your videos but especially the ones focused on rosacea and/or eczema since I suffer with both of those. Love learning from you :)

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks!

[@siobhannmckeating1234]

Thank you for this video, so timely as I just had a hellish skin week due to a very bad reaction to Brimonidine/Mirvaso! Hopefully my GP will be open to hearing about Soolantra! 🤞🏻

[@DrDrayzday]

:)

[@junex5416]

I reacted very bad to mirvaso as well. That was probably the worst week of my life. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone because it helps for a few days and then the skin gets soo bad and it burns like hell

[@novales04]

Have you tried Rhofade? I use it and it’s amazing! Best so far!

[@Drew-bi9gv]

Early watcher!!! I AM ADDICTED TO WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS! You made me wear sunscreen EVERYDAY despite working on nightshift lol. I hope you make a video about boils or staph infection cause I have one right now and its reoccuring yearly :( I have tried a lot of things that the doctors prescribed me. Antibiotics, betadine, clorhexidine, tea tree oil, antibacterial soap etc.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks

[@michelleparsons5667]

I don’t have Rosacea BUT I love these types of videos. Great information as always Dr Dray! Hope you and your Mom have a wonderful weekend!!!! Happy Vlogtober Day 26 🎃 🎃 🎃

[@tianna143family]

Hi Dr. Dray! Thanks for another great video, however I wanted to know your opinion on the Humane Benzoyl Peroxide 10% Acne Treatment Body & Face Wash? It seems to be a good one but I would love a professional insight! The ingredients for this face wash are : Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide 10% (Acne Bactericide) • Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (Deionized Water), Carbomer (GRAS Thickening Agent), Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Coconut-Based Cleanser), Gluconolactone (PHA Antioxidant), Sodium Benzoate (GRAS Preservative), Sodium Hydroxide (GRAS pH Adjuster).

[@DrDrayzday]

seem fine

[@kristenbistrican2750]

My dermatologist told me the only thing that would help reduce the appearance of my rosacea is lasers. I’m using soolantra now and I’m praying she was just wanting me to pay up for her laser treatments and that it will start to help

[@distanttwinkle3508]

How’s it going now with your skin?

[@Hopelesslypale]

I’ve just been prescribed Soolantra so thanks for making this video, very helpful!

[@gabriel5738]

Are you still using it, how is your face now?

[@pickledginger5876]

Sha, you look so pretty with your long hair and the black blouse!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks so much! Happy Vlogtober Day 26 🎃🎃

[@iamataurian]

Getting prettier by the day🤗🤗 Happy Vlogtober Dr

[@DrDrayzday]

Thank you so much. Happy Vlogtober day 26

[@wendycampbell9221]

Dr. Dray - I just LOVE your videos and really like the fact that you are thorough and scientific in your informational video blogs !!! I had oily, sensitive skin for years......now that I am a bit older, I have mild-moderate rosacea with the corresponding "white head" pustules and red-pimple like lesions. I had been a skin care "junkie" for years....trying all kinds of "facials" and have spent a fortune on useless (and probably harmful - certainly not helpful) "spa line" products. I am in healthcare myself, so I wanted to approach my skin in a more scientific manner, so I went to a dermatologist and am using Soolantra now. My question: I was previously prescribed Finacea Foam (azelaic acid 15%) - - can one be used once a day and the other Rx used once per day ((morning = azelaic acid. night= Soolantra) ? I would appreciate your feedback on whether these two prescriptions can be used alternately. I would love to be your patient, too !! Last question: what is your opinion on "facials" having any benefit for my skin type (I never had much luck.....and always looked far worse afterwards = very expensive, too). Keep up the great video work and I can't wait to hear your comments on the above......:)

[@8cat189]

I too want to go to a spa for a facial but it wouldn’t do me any good. I am using soolantra and Rhofade one in the morning and one at night to cure my inflammation.

[@jj9501]

Would taking ivermectin orally work better to reset your system?

[@fernandatrapp6173]

Nice topic. Is it possible to develop rosacea or is it always genetic? I laughed a few times, the captions kept saying cilantro instead or soolantra! 😁

[@DrDrayzday]

Largely governed by an underlying genetic tendency.

[@ginalaperuginanyc7641]

This is so helpful! I have very, slight rosacea just on my cheeks and I’ve been waking up with them looking like hot pink blush! Thanks, Dr Dray!💖💕

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks Ms Gina!

[@vickytime3855]

Love this, so informative. Can people with rosacea use benzoyl peroxide and/or differin if kept away from the inflamed areas to help their acne? Or is it best to stay clear?

[@sophiek459]

Very informative info. Thanks for the update on Rosacea. Have a great weekend Dr. Dray

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks! Happy Friday

[@radnerb]

You can also purchase an over the counter 4 oz tube of 0.5% ivermectin lotion at a store like CVS Pharmacy for approximately $35. This lotion is marketed as a head lice treatment, but it can be used on your face to treat rosacea

[@latherandlace]

Happy Vlogtober Day 26! I recommended your video to someone in another forum who is having a rough flare from using a HA product. I hope she comes here and gets the information she needs because it makes me sad to see people trying to follow routines that work for some but not all skin types. You are such a big help. Have a great day Dr. Dray! (Rhymes!) 🍁🍂🎃

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Vlogtober Day 26 🎃

[@CaReFrEe01]

I've had acne on my chin since I was a teenager (now 30) this stuff was a godsend. Cleared it up in a month. I use it on my chin only to save on cost

[@netgal5817]

Hi Dr. Dray ! You look beautiful ! I wish I could achieve your glowing radiant skin! 😀🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@sandraarvizu2660]

You look absolutely stunning!! Great video, thanks! See you tomorrow.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks Ms Sandra :) Happy Friday!

[@traceycrawford9938]

Thank you for all this information Dr Dray! I saw a new Dermatologist on Saturday and he has prescribed Soolantra (along with Doxycycline) for my horrible Rosacea so I'm now feeling hopeful 🙏

[@amandalynnwood]

Be care with doxycycline (or anything in the cycline family) - I was just diagnosed with drug-induced lupus from Doxycycline

[@ginnyshutt7725]

Hello.. Wondering if the soolantra has helped you??? Just got diagnosed with rosacea. I mostly have redness and a few bumps. Did it help with redness?

[@8cat189]

Ginny Shutt I started using Soolantra yesterday!!

[@ginnyshutt7725]

@@8cat189 Oh good well i hope it helps. I used it and it broke me out at first and I didn't like it. BUT it has helped so many people. Hope it works for you!!

[@8cat189]

Ginny Shutt What are you using now? This skin problem makes me feel so high maintenance!

[@behemothsbaby]

Good morning/afternoon Lovelies! I hope you are having a fabulous Friday. ❤️🌺😘

[@jackiemarsh2470]

Lucy-Ann May HAPPY VLOGTOBER DAY 26!! SO GLAD YOU BACK SWEETIE!! WE ALL MISSED YOU!

[@behemothsbaby]

Jackie Marsh I missed you all too! Bad ear infection this way... Did you have an eventful week? 😘

[@ginalaperuginanyc7641]

Lucy-Ann May Hi Lucy-Ann! 🙋🏻‍♀️ I’ve been away 2 or 3 days...moving nightmare, but watched the Videos. Looked for you! You were definitely missed, as the lovely Jackie said. I hope you’re feeling better and wishing you a wonderful Friday/weekend!❤️💖🌸💕🌞

[@ginalaperuginanyc7641]

Jackie Marsh Hi Jackie! Happy Friday! Love to see you’re your usual happy self! Glad Lucy-Ann is feeling better, too! :-)

[@jackiemarsh2470]

Gina La Perugina NYC Hi Sweetie you bet I am happy any time I know you are okay, and I get to talk to you yes it sure does make this nosy bossy friend happy!! Love you dearly!!

[@Aurora-uh9nk]

Do u agree that rosacea is due to leaky gut and /or unbalanced gut flora ? Can u pls tackle VITILIGO it really is becoming so common and in 30 and 40 yr old too . Looking great Dr Grey 😍

[@DrDrayzday]

no

[@marqueemark5917]

I use horse paste at a fraction of the price.

[@CameliaDiamonds]

Thank you Dr Dray for this review.

[@grandkidsrock]

Thanks Dr Dray for this review! Happy Friday!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday 💜

[@iuliamihaelaivanov884]

wow...in Romania, Soolantra costs about 14 euro at the pharmacy without any insurance or anything else

[@jane01234]

Info on cbd oil please!💗

[@mayrawellington1130]

You are absolutely gorgeous in this video!💕

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks!

[@omycruz2293]

Happy Vlogtober 26 Dr Dray :) Oh wow I really needed this so bad lol Thanks a million :) You look beautiful xoxo

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the vid

[@IanM2698]

You are looking great girl 👧 long hair now... Great video too x

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks!

[@leighm7287]

I was prescribed Soolantra for a stubborn case of perioral dermatitis. Cleared it up within a week.

[@DrDrayzday]

yes, it can help that too and glad to hear it was helpful in your case

[@lowcarbkitchen]

why is Soolantra so outrageously expensive when you can by horse paste which is the same thing for $7? That's so crazy.

[@mickfizz1]

some forms of HP gel or paste may not be safe but yes, the other is too expensive

[@EB-yt8zw]

Horse paste???

[@lacqueredlola]

because humans pay more than horses (: 😄

[@BiztosAngol]

I got prescribed soolantra and antibiotics (doxycycline). I bought a 45g soolantra for around 20 dollars from Austria.

[@vidz953]

Great video! Was just starting to research Soolantra today (although, unfortunately, I have type 1)...

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks! Hope the video was helpful

[@PhoeNEx10]

Thank you so much for your videos Dr Dray! I've been recently diagnosed with papulopustular rosacea. It's weird I have had dry, sensitive skin for 4 years but when I moved back to Portugal, from 2 years in the UK, I started to get bumps immediately. It seemed I was allergic to my own country! It has been quite a battle...my dermatologist didn't point me in the direction of caution with ingredients, and azelaic acid and niacinamide. I am learning that with you thank god! She did told me to apply Sesderma C-vit fluid "to help with sensitivity and dehydration" and I'm not very sure on how safe that product is for my skin... Can I ask you something? How can I deal with the eye symptoms ?! Rosacea really affects my eyes, if I cry my whole eyes will get swollen to the point of me not being able to open them. Are there any info specific for ocular rosacea? Thank you, I really wish you the best in life!

[@DrDrayzday]

Discuss w/ your treating dermatologist, as my content cannot provide treatment advice

[@skincarelover9568]

Thank you for this very informative. I do have rosacea but for years I was told it was acne and I have used retin a for 10 years and continue so I'm assuming the rosacea is not so bad . My eye doctor told me I have rosacea in my eyes I couldn't believe it she said there is not cure for it . By the way you look beautiful!!!

[@DrDrayzday]

There are some effective treatments for ocular rosacea, but it is challenging

[@nail.art.hubris3776]

I went to see my dermatologist for acne, and she prescribed Soolantra. I realize now, from your video, that I may actually suffer from rosacea, but she didn't really say anything. I stopped using it because it made my oily skin, even oilier. I am considering trying Differin based on some of the comments here. I was actually planning to use it for acne, but I see it might help with my overall health of my skin. Thank you for this video. I hope you have more on rosacea.

[@janetlee5903]

Am using this cream at the moment 4 wks in and its starting to work slowly going to keep using thankyou for the video dr dray luv ur videos 💯💖💖💖💖

[@chariots8x230]

Can you please also do a video on *Eucrisa* and a video on *Elidel* cream?

[@KO-pz5gl]

soolantra broke me out so badly... i couldn’t power through it and the break outs are still flared up after a couple months. i might give it a try once more. :(

[@ceebee92]

K O did u try again

[@Mollyjean2014]

Amen! The same thing happened to me. I stopped after a few months and asked my derm for an antibiotic to clear up my face.

[@deedee2218]

I had the same problem so had to stop.

[@devdawg22]

I could not afford it even with insurance. Copay was $400 for name brand and $175 for off brand. My doctor said just to get the ivermectin paste at a horse supply place and mix some with lotion.

[@KristineCarr-dy9kc]

Yes, the ivermectin horse paste worked for me.

[@radnerb]

You can also purchase an over the counter 4 oz tube of 0.5% ivermectin lotion at a store like CVS Pharmacy for approximately $35. This lotion is marketed as a head lice treatment, but it can be used on your face to treat rosacea

[@devdawg22]

@@radnerb horse paste in 10 bucks a tube and last me about a month. Iys also over 1% ivermectin

[@aimeelazz]

Does Solantra make your rosacea worse before it makes it better?

[@michellemartin4944]

Thank you for your public service with the education you give us! I was wondering if NBUVB does anything for acne. I work with prior authorizations w/an insurance company, and have one doctor that frequently is requesting this treatment for acne. Is there any evidence that this type of treatment is effective for this?

[@DrDrayzday]

Yes, it can help

[@cherieshepherd8353]

If your using Tretinoin when and where in routine do you apply Ivermectin?

[@beverlysawyer4227]

I need to know this too

[@snicolewhaley]

Thank you for this video! I am struggling on when to apply my moisturizer. You always suggest to apply moisturizer when face is damp, but the instructions on the soolantra box say to wait until soolantra is dry before applying moisturizer or makeup. Also, any suggestions for the most gentle exfoliator for someone with rosacea? Rosacean in my mid thirties and I’m feeling so lost! Thanks so much in advance and for sharing your knowledge so freely! Xoxo

[@nagycaptan7891]

look gorgeous with your long hair best idea to get your hair long

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks!

[@FemmiGirlz]

Thank You for this valued information. I’ve been trying everything with no relief. I will try these.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching!

[@wildheart5]

I was given Soolantra by a dermatologist, and he did not explain anything about it to me, I used it and it burned the blazes out of my face. I gave it another try and it made my face red as a pistol! I stopped and never went back to that doc. I am so glad you addressed this medication. So far, using what I have always used on my face is doing the trick. Still red, and broken capilaries are noticeable, but I can cover them with foundation. I am of Celtic background and we all have rosacea. I just stay out of the sun. Thanks for much for this video!

[@DrDrayzday]

staying out of the sun is imperative for rosacea

[@Mollyjean2014]

wildheart5 my dermatologist prescribed me Soolantra and didn’t explain anything about it. I had to research it online.

[@8cat189]

Dr Dray Is wearing a sun hat and sunscreen ok?

[@sf4792]

Flucticasone Propionate Cream 0.05% works very well for rosacea.

[@ewakonopko9258]

But it is a steroid cream so I quess it cant be used for prolonged time.

[@jimenaares9021]

loving ur long hair dr Dray!

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks!

[@laetitialalila7390]

Hello Dr. Dray, I love your channel, I have learned so much from your videos so far, you are pretty much the only source I trust! I have been doing an anti-mite treatment for the past one and a half years with topical Azelaic Acid, some sulfur cream and oral Metronidazole. My skin looks worse than ever, very red and flaking, despite using thick moisturizers and sunscreen during the day. I suffer mainly from erythematotelangiectatic rosacea, is it possible that this treatment isn't right for me? I mean, after so much time I should have seen some improvement? Thank you so so so much Dr. Dray! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Mollyjean2014]

Laetitia Lalila my dermatologist prescribed me Soolantra when I started having papules and pustules. I’m 49 and premenopausal. My skin got wretchedly worse and kept getting worse on Soolantra. I went off Soolantra after 3 months, changed my skincare and my skin did a 180. No more P&P’s except a tiny one every so often. I feel your pain and frustration.

[@ccatx7389]

Great advice Dr Dray and explanation of the different options for rosacea. Back to Doctor mode ! Happy Vlogtober day 26 🎃🍁🎃🍁 Cat x 🇪🇸

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Vlogtober Day 26 🎃🎃

[@annamacm4063]

The cost of Soolantra in the US baffles me. I’m in the UK and I tried it last year - I paid for it privately and it cost me £30 (less than $40) for a tube that lasted a month. It would of course have been free had I got it from my NHS doctor, but she knows less than I do about rosacea (I’m not kidding) so I’m kind of on my own on this rosacea journey)

[@DrDrayzday]

the cost of rx drugs in the us is a major hurdle

[@danielar8490]

I'm in the US & recently purchased soolantra for the 1st time - it didn't cost me anything with my insurance.