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Rosacea: causes, symptoms and treatment
Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness, inflammation, and visible blood vessels on the face. It can also cause small bumps and pustules that look like acne.
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What is rosacea?
Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition that presents with persistent skin redness, flushing, and bumps on the face. It most often appears on the cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead. Although anyone can develop rosacea, it tends to be more common in women, particularly those with lighter skin.
There are four main subtypes of rosacea:
1: Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea – characterised by flushing, blushing, persistent facial redness, and spider veins.
2: Papulopustular rosacea – marked by acne rosacea with red bumps and inflammatory pustules.
3: Phymatous rosacea – leads to thickened skin, an enlarged nose, and an uneven skin surface.
4: Ocular rosacea – affects the eyes, causing dryness, redness, and irritation.
What is rosacea?
Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition that presents with persistent skin redness, flushing, and bumps on the face. It most often appears on the cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead. Although anyone can develop rosacea, it tends to be more common in women, particularly those with lighter skin.
There are four main subtypes of rosacea:
1: Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea – characterised by flushing, blushing, persistent facial redness, and spider veins.
2: Papulopustular rosacea – marked by acne rosacea with red bumps and inflammatory pustules.
3: Phymatous rosacea – leads to thickened skin, an enlarged nose, and an uneven skin surface.
4: Ocular rosacea – affects the eyes, causing dryness, redness, and irritation.
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How to treat rosacea?
Although rosacea cannot be permanently cured, its symptoms can be effectively controlled and managed. Treatment will depend on your subtype, severity, and lifestyle factors. Options may include:
- Topical medications – prescription creams and gels such as azelaic acid, metronidazole, or topical steroids prescribed by a healthcare professional to reduce redness and inflammation.
- Oral medications – antibiotics or low-dose isotretinoin can reduce inflammatory bumps and flare-ups.
- Laser and light therapies – non-invasive procedures that target redness, spider veins, and thickened skin caused by certain rosacea subtypes.
- Self-care measures – daily use of sunscreen, gentle skincare routines using a non-irritating skin cleanser, and stress management can all reduce flare-ups.
- Lifestyle modifications – avoiding trigger factors such as alcohol, spicy food, and UV exposure, alongside a healthy diet and routine, may help reduce symptoms.
How to treat rosacea?
Although rosacea cannot be permanently cured, its symptoms can be effectively controlled and managed. Treatment will depend on your subtype, severity, and lifestyle factors. Options may include:
- Topical medications – prescription creams and gels such as azelaic acid, metronidazole, or topical steroids prescribed by a healthcare professional to reduce redness and inflammation.
- Oral medications – antibiotics or low-dose isotretinoin can reduce inflammatory bumps and flare-ups.
- Laser and light therapies – non-invasive procedures that target redness, spider veins, and thickened skin caused by certain rosacea subtypes.
- Self-care measures – daily use of sunscreen, gentle skincare routines using a non-irritating skin cleanser, and stress management can all reduce flare-ups.
- Lifestyle modifications – avoiding trigger factors such as alcohol, spicy food, and UV exposure, alongside a healthy diet and routine, may help reduce symptoms.
Treatments for redness and rosacea
How to get rid of rosacea at PHI Clinic London?
Here at PHI Clinic we have a range of treatment options with an in-depth treatment process to help maintain and manage signs of rosacea, facial redness, acne rosacea and more.
From a thorough consultation and skin analysis with Visia, our team of highly trained clinicians will advise the best course of treatment for you.
Laser treatment for rosacea
By utilising a high-powered green laser, the Excel V+ treatment targets any irregularities in blood vessels and pigmentation. As a result, it helps the skin to regain a more natural and even complexion.
V Beam, or Pulsed Dye Laser, emits lengthy pulses of energy directed towards the epidermis - the skin's outermost layer - that is attracted to any redness on the skin. This technology coagulates the blood and cauterises veins to diminish the flushed appearance commonly associated with rosacea.
The M22 IPL platform uses light energy to treat multiple concerns at once — including skin redness, rosacea, thread veins, and pigmentation — for smoother skin tone and improved texture.
Some patients also benefit from additional treatments such as glycolic acid peels, which can help improve overall skin clarity and texture as part of a long-term skin health strategy.
What is the main cause of rosacea?
The exact cause of rosacea is unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Research suggests a potential link between rosacea and immune system abnormalities, mast cells, and the presence of microscopic organisms like Bacillus oleronius, which may trigger inflammation in certain individuals.
External triggers such as sun exposure, stress, skin care products, and alcohol can all worsen symptoms by increasing inflammation or disrupting the skin barrier.
Safe and effective treatment
Your safety is our top priority and making our patients feel welcomed and reassured when entering PHI Clinic. To ensure maximum standard of patient care, all of our treatments are only ever carried out by our experienced and highly qualified team, who receive regular in-house and external training from industry experts.
At PHI Clinic we do not offer same day treatment as initial consultation to ensure patients have time to reflect on their bespoke treatment plan before choosing to proceed.
Rosacea frequently asked questions
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102 Harley Street,
London,
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United Kingdom
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