Joel Schlessinger MD answers common questions about rosacea. Read everything you need to know about this common skin concern. Find more dermatology advice on Dr. Schlessinger's blog: http://drjoelschlessinger.com/.

1. FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS ABOUT
ROSACEA
Joel Schlessinger, MD
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

2. What is rosacea?
Rosacea is a condition that affects men and women after the age
of 30. Small blood capillaries come to the surface of the skin,
where they give the complexion a red or “blushed” appearance.
This can cause persistent redness and pore enlargement.
Before After
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3. What are the symptoms of rosacea?
Often referred to as “adult acne,”
rosacea may begin as a tendency to
flush or blush easily, and progress to
persistent redness in the center of
the face. This redness may gradually
involve the cheeks, forehead, chin
and nose.
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4. Symptoms of rosacea (continued)
Redness can also show up on the
ears, chest, back and even the
eyes. Some patients experience
burning, stinging and itching
associated with rosacea while
others may experience dry, flaky
skin.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

5. How can I treat rosacea?
Rosacea rarely reverses itself and it may last for years.
For laser treatment options to minimize the signs of
rosacea, you should make an appointment with Joel
Schlessinger MD, who is an expert in the treatment
of this condition. LovelySkin.com also
has an array of products that can
improve the signs dramatically.
After
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

6. IPL Photo Facial Rejuvenation
Joel Schlessinger, MD performs IPL
Rejuvenation laser treatments for
patients with rosacea. IPL gently
delivers precise amounts of intense
pulsed light through the skin’s
surface to treat rosacea on the
face, neck chest and hands. This
procedure can reduce redness and After
flushing by 80 to 90 percent.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

7. Obagi Rosaclear
The Obagi Rosaclear line includes a
gentle cleanser, a soothing
moisturizer and a protective
sunscreen. These products contain
skin-soothing active ingredients, such
as aloe and glycerin, proven to
suppress inflammation and irritation.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

8. SkinMedica Redness Relief CalmPlex
SkinMedica Redness Relief
CalmPlex addresses the underlying
causes of redness while promoting
a healthy, even skin tone. This anti-
redness cream was given the 2011
Allure Best of Beauty Award for
Best Beauty Splurge.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

9. La Roche-Posay Redness Duo
La Roche-Posay Redness Duo
treats redness and rosacea in
sensitive skin. Rosaliac AR Intense
helps reduce visible redness,
irritation and discomfort while
Toleriane Ultra minimizes skin
reactivity for long-lasting comfort.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

10. Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation
Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation is
a breathable foundation that
camouflages redness in
stressed, sensitive and easily irritated
skin. This foundation makeup gently
conceals while encouraging natural
skin healing for a rejuvenated
complexion.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

11. Eminence Couperose-C Serum
Eminence Couperose-C Serum has
a soothing formula that helps
minimize irritation and
inflammation. This serum treats
broken capillaries that cause
redness while minimizing water
loss for a soft, supple complexion.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.

12. Here’s how you can find out
more about Dr. Joel Schlessinger:
- Facebook http://www.facebook.com/drjoelschlessinger
- Twitter http://www.twitter.com/drschlessinger
- Blogs http://drjoelschlessinger.com/
http://drjoelschlessinger.wordpress.com/
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Rosacea to browse our selection of rosacea products.