According to the American Academy of Dermatology and the National Rosacea Society over 14 million Americans suffer from rosacea. This skin condition is currently incurable and is characterized by reddening of the cheeks, nose, chin, or forehead. Many cases of rosacea go undiagnosed because skin redness can be attributed to many different environmental and life factors. If you have constant redness in these areas it’s important to consider seeing a dermatologist to find out if you have rosacea.
Rosacea affects three times more women than men, so women oftentimes try to cover their distinct splotchy redness with concealing makeup. Layering pore-clogging products on your skin could potentially worsen the condition, so I was interested in finding out about a new product from Obagi that calms the rosaceainstead of covering it up.
The Rosaclear System from Obagi includes four products that are designed specifically for rosacea. The gentle cleanser, Metronidazole Topical Gel (Prescription only), hydrating complexion corrector, and Skin balancing sun protection spf 30 are a prescription-based system formulated to calm irritated and sensitive skin, which decreases the redness. This is a great system that can replace a regular skin care routine with products specifically designed to decrease inflammation and heal skin affected by rosacea.
If you don’t want to completely switch your skin care routine, the Hydrating Complexion Corrector is a great product to use as a supplement. It uses glycerin, licorice, aloe, lavender, sea whip, and mica to dramatically reduce redness and calm skin. It contains light reflective minerals that display a more balanced looking complexion, which is an added bonus as the product heals the skin.
Although I don’t suffer from rosacea myself, I have known many men and women who are constantly annoyed by their recurring redness. I hope that products like Obagi Rosaclear continue to be researched and advanced so that someday there will be a cure for this common skin problem.
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