Rosacea

Rosacea is a common skin disorder that causes redness and swelling on the face. Often referred to as "adult acne," rosacea may begin with a tendency to flush or blush easily, and progress to persistent redness in the cheeks, forehead, chin, and nose, sometimes spreading to ears, chest, and back. As the disorder progresses, small blood vessels and tiny pimples appear on and around the reddened area. When left untreated, rosacea often becomes worse and more difficult to treat—especially if it progresses.

Available Treatments
A variety of techniques and lasers are available to treat rosacea. Treatment ranges from topical products and oral medications to treat the papules and pustules, to laser therapy for treating visible blood vessels on the face and laser surgery for rhinophyma.

Laser treatment delivers pulses of light to the dermis, which stimulates the collagen. Not only does this treatment target the dilated capillaries commonly associated with rosacea, but it can also reduce signs of aging, fine lines, freckles and irregular pigmentation. The laser's intense pulsed light diminishes flushing or redness of the face, successfully treating dilated blood vessels and redness without injuring the surrounding healthy skin. Four to six treatments will improve redness and individual blood vessels.