What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a commonly occurring skin condition among both the North American and Northern European populations. It has a tendency to affect fair-skinned people more often than those with darker complexions, and it is possible that there is a hereditary aspect to the condition. However, the true cause of rosacea is unknown.

People who have rosacea can display symptoms as early as in their 20s, although it most often appears at an older age, between 30 and 60 years of age. There are several forms of rosacea, with each varying widely in symptoms and demographic. 

Although rosacea can become painful and itchy, and some people may experience a burning sensation across the affected area, it is usually only a cosmetic skin disorder.

Some of the symptoms

• prolonged flushing of the face,
• a persistent background redness across the centre of the face,
• small dilated blood vessels just under the surface of the skin.
• dry, itchy eyes,
• inflammation around the eyelashes,
• redness in the whites of the eyes.
• acne breakouts
• reddened swollen nose