April is Rosacea Month!
- Anna Wicklund
- Apr 2
- 4 min read
What is Rosacea?
Rosacea (roe-ZAY-she-uh) is a common skin condition that causes flushing or long-term redness on your face. It also may cause enlarged blood vessels and small, pus-filled bumps. Some symptoms may flare for weeks to months and then go away for a while.
Rosacea can be mistaken for acne, dermatitis, or other skin problems.
There's no cure for rosacea. But you may be able to control it with medicine, gentle skin care, laser treatment,s and avoiding things that cause flare-ups.
Facial redness and flushing. Rosacea can make your face flush more easily. Over time, you may notice that your face stays red. Depending on skin color, redness may be subtle or look more pink or purple.
Visible veins. Small blood vessels of the nose and cheeks break and become larger. These are also called spider veins. They may be subtle and hard to see, depending on skin color.
Swollen bumps. Many people with rosacea develop pimples on the face that look like acne. These bumps sometimes contain pus. They also may appear on the chest and back.
Burning sensation. The skin of the affected area may feel hot and tender.
Eye problems. Many people with rosacea also have dry, irritated, swollen eyes and eyelids. This is known as ocular rosacea. Eye symptoms may show up before, after or at the same time as skin symptoms.
Enlarged nose. Over time, rosacea can thicken the skin on the nose, causing the nose to look bigger. This condition also is called rhinophyma. It occurs more often in men than in women.
Causes
The cause of rosacea is not known. It could be due to genetics, an overactive immune system, or things in your daily life. Rosacea is not caused by poor hygiene, and you can't catch it from other people.
Flare-ups might be brought on by:
Sun or wind.
Hot drinks.
Spicy foods.
Alcohol.
Very hot and cold temperatures.
Emotional stress.
Exercise.
Drugs that dilate blood vessels, including some blood pressure medicines.
Some cosmetic, skin, and hair care products.
Risk factors
Anyone can develop rosacea. But you may be more likely to develop it if you:
Have skin that burns easily in the sun.
Are between the ages of 30 to 50 years.
Have a history of smoking.
Have a family member with rosacea.
Treatment Options;
1) Avoidance of triggers that may cause flares
2) Self-care, sunblock, skin protection, moisturizer with antioxidants (lipid restore), calming skin care products (Rescue repair serum),
3) Medications prescribed by your dermatologist (Dr Lewellis) or Anna Wicklund, NP
4) Light-based laser treatments including Laser Genesis and or IPL
If you are struggling with Rosacea, come in and get started on our redness-reducing skin care regimen; Purifying gentle cleanser, Rescue Repair Serum, Lipid Restore, and SPF (All on special this month, 10% off).
Take advantage of our Laser Genesis special, BUY THREE get ONE FREE Laser Genesis!
What is Laser Genesis?
Laser Genesis is a breakthrough laser “facial” treatment used to improve the appearance of the skin and reverse the signs of aging such as sun damage, redness, discoloration, fine lines and wrinkles, and acne. This gentle-feeling laser treatment corrects and prevents uneven tone and texture giving the skin a beautiful, healthy glow.
Laser Genesis is a non-ablative, non-invasive, and pain-free laser, meaning the laser uses a specific wavelength of light to heat and penetrate deeper into the skin without damaging the skin. This process stimulates collagen production which helps improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone and texture, and pigmentation concerns. It’s an ideal treatment for anyone who is looking to achieve a smoother, more even complexion.
Who is Laser Genesis for?
Laser Genesis is a great treatment choice that has a wide variety of benefits for many skin types and ages. It’s a go-to treatment for rejuvenating and improving the skin without the need for downtime or recovery time. It’s gentle and easy and provides more benefits and results than alternative traditional facials or laser facials.
If you’re someone who struggles with rosacea, a teen with acne who wants clearer skin, or a mom who wants to maintain youthful and healthy-looking skin, Laser Genesis is a great place to start your laser procedure journey. Have you ever had itchy red bumps or contact dermatitis? Laser Genesis can help with this too! Laser Genesis can diffuse redness and target the bacteria that cause inflammation and irritation.
Acne and Acne Scarring
Diffuses Redness and Rosacea
Improve Skin Texture
Evens Complexion
Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Stimulates Collagen Production
Comfortable and No Downtime
Whether you’re dealing with persistent redness, early signs of aging, acne, or uneven skin tone, Laser Genesis can help you achieve clearer and healthier skin.
Why Laser Genesis
Unlike other laser treatments, Laser Genesis is comfortable and does not require social downtime, allowing you to return to your daily activities immediately. It’s a treatment that you can do year-round and treats many of the common skin concerns we have. Your skin will become healthier over time with multiple treatments, maintaining your skin’s youthful and rejuvenated appearance.
Another amazing part about Laser Genesis is that it’s a laser that truly feels pleasant during your treatment, like a warm gentle breeze, hence why we call it a “Laser Facial”, it’s the benefits of laser with the feeling of relaxation like a facial treatment. For those with busy schedules, Laser Genesis can easily be integrated into your routine, a 20-30 minute treatment every 2 weeks is all it takes to achieve amazing benefits and confident skin.
