I Found the Products That Work Wonders for Rosacea-Prone Skin
"This is a good basic cleanser that doesn't strip the skin of all oil and nutrients but provides an effective means of getting rid of dirt and debris," Hartman says.
Restorsea's cleanser is Hartman's favorite for rosacea patients. "It is a gentle, non-irritating gel cleanser that removes makeup and dirt without stripping the skin of essential oils," he says.
This foaming cleanser is powerful enough to remove makeup, but it's gentle enough for dry, sensitive skin. It is enriched with feverfew extract, which is related to chamomile, to target redness and soothe irritated skin.
Vanicream's products are free of irritants like dyes, fragrances, lanolin, parabens, formaldehyde, and other preservatives. This cleanser is oil-free and non-comedogenic.
"This is a moisturizing sunscreen that contains both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide and no chemicals. Hyaluronic acid adds a hydrating boost as well," Hartman says.
"Elta MD's UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 is an ideal SPF for my rosacea-prone patients," Viscusi says. "I love that it effectively hydrates without clogging pores or irritating skin with fragrance. A major plus of this SPF is that it contains niacinamide, which is a great anti-inflammatory to reduce redness. It's oil-free and feels super comfortable and lightweight on the skin."
This sunscreen from SkinMedica is specially formulated for sensitive and post-procedure skin. It's a lightweight and sheer mineral formula that has redness-fighting ingredients like green tea extract and caffeine.
"This is a go-to that refreshes, soothes, and moisturizes sensitive skin. It is appropriate for all skin types with its balanced approach and combination of ingredients, such as green tea leaf extract and vitamins E and C, among others, making it a staple of my own," Viscusi says.
This soothing moisturizer works well on oily, sensitive, and rosacea-prone skin types. The formula contains rose-hip extract (for hydration), lemon (to tone), and a BioComplex (to reduce the appearance of wrinkles).
While this moisturizer is super hydrating, it's not heavy or greasy. It's infused with shea butter, thermal spring water, and neurotensin to relieve parched skin and soothe inflammation.
This a great drugstore option for a daily moisturizer. The tinted formula can neutralize any redness and even skin tone. It also contains a mineral-based sunscreen with SPF 20.
Clinique's oil-free moisturizing cream is suitable for rosacea-prone skin types. The key ingredients are probiotics, which strengthen the skin's natural barrier, balance the skin's microbiome, and calms irritation and redness.
"My Sobel Skin Rx 15% Niacinamide Gel Serum is powered by maximum-strength 15% niacinamide to minimize the look of pores, revitalize, firm, and smooth the skin," Sobel says. "The lightweight gel formula deeply penetrates the skin to strengthen and protect its epidermal-dermal barrier from environmental stressors, while visibly improving overall texture and tone. It also hydrates and locks in moisture for skin that is twice as supple, making it the anti-aging multi-tasker you've been missing, and a great product for minimizing rosacea."
Both Hartman and Viscusi recommend Isdin's Melatonik, with Hartman adding that it's a great alternative to retinol for patients with rosacea.
"It's my personal favorite. This restorative night serum helps to stimulate natural antioxidant defenses to assist the skin in recovering from daily stresses, including irritants that affect rosacea," Viscusi says. "It also uses a natural plant-derived alternative to a retinal, bakuchiol. Bakuchiol provides the same key benefits of retinol without the irritation, helping to repair, revitalize, and replenish the skin over the long term."
"It contains 10% glycolic acid in a lightweight, moisturizing gel to allow for humectant exfoliation without irritation," Hartman says.
"Zo Skin Health's Rozatrol is one of my must-haves to address redness, flushing inflammation and other symptoms of rosacea. It's specifically designed to treat this condition," Viscusi says.
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