02-23-2009, 06:49 PM
You play a key role in taking care of your rosacea. Here are a few steps to take:
* Keep a written record of when flareups happen. This can give you clues about what bothers your skin.
* Use a sunscreen every day that protects against UVA and UVB rays. Make sure it has a sun-protecting factor (SPF) of 15 or higher.
* Use a mild moisturizer if it helps. Don't put irritating products on the face.
* If your eyes have problems, follow your doctor's treatment plan, and clean your eyelids as told.
* Talk with a doctor if you feel sad or have other signs of depression. Some people with rosacea feel bad because of the way their skin looks.
* Keep a written record of when flareups happen. This can give you clues about what bothers your skin.
* Use a sunscreen every day that protects against UVA and UVB rays. Make sure it has a sun-protecting factor (SPF) of 15 or higher.
* Use a mild moisturizer if it helps. Don't put irritating products on the face.
* If your eyes have problems, follow your doctor's treatment plan, and clean your eyelids as told.
* Talk with a doctor if you feel sad or have other signs of depression. Some people with rosacea feel bad because of the way their skin looks.