Found: 3 of the best serums for rosacea and sensitivity

It’s probably one of the skin conditions that gets talked about least. It can also be hard to treat, and get you down. So finding a solution for rosacea that works for you is important for your skin health, self-confidence and your mental well being.

Rosacea is a skin condition characterised by red patches, irritation and discomfort, spots and papules and blood vessels becoming visible under the skin. At Jersey Beauty we get a lot of our customers asking about products to help deal with rosacea. We want all of our Jersey family to feel confident and happy in their natural skin, so we’ve found three of the best serums that combat redness and discomfort, sensitive skin and are ideal for rosacea.

What are the symptoms of rosacea?

Rosacea often starts with your face feeling flushed - so sudden periods of redness and heat that go after a short time could be a sign of the condition. It’s worth saying though that these symptoms can also be related to hormone changes, an allergic reaction to skin care products, sensitivity and menopause.

Symptoms of rosacea also include:

Facial redness that doesn’t go away
Visible blood vessels, especially on the nose and cheeks
Spots, papules and pustules
Burning, pain and discomfort from irritation

Your GP can help you to diagnose rosacea. - it’s usually diagnosed through examining skin, checking when you have bouts of redness and sometimes even a biopsy to rule out other conditions.

What Causes Rosacea?

There’s been loads of research into what causes this skin condition, but the truth is no-one quite knows why some people get it and others don’t. The flushing is caused by abnormal reactions from blood vessels but the reason for that isn’t known.

Several things can make your symptoms worse or progress more quickly. This is because they stimulate the activation of peptides, which are molecules in your skin. Things that cause this include:

Exposure to the sun’s UV rays
Stress
Changes in temperature and weather
Excessive alcohol, hot drinks, in particular caffeine, and some spicy foods
Exercise and strenuous lifting

Four Different Types

Erythematotelangiectatic or Vascular - commonly the first stage of the condition, this is where you experience flushing, redness and visible blood vessels. This is the best time to start using a serum or treatment for the condition, as you can sometimes prevent it from progressing further and protect your skin.

Papulopustular or Inflammatory - this can be confused with acne and breakouts. You will see papules and spots appearing on your reddened skin. You can also get some swelling and excessive oil during this stage. A really good skin care routine that effectively cleanses and protects your skin is vital at this stage.

Phymatous or Nose Enlargement - rosacea is a common skin condition that many people have and keep under control. If you don’t treat the condition you can end up with thickened areas of skin, often on the nose and cheek area, that can make your nose look very red and bulbous and the skin around it lumpy and uneven. Ideally getting your rosacea under control before you reach this point will mean you don’t have to have medical procedures to correct it.

Occular or Eyes - not just a skin condition, it can also affect the eyes and skin around them. This can be anything from swelling around the eyelids to dryness and irritation in the actual eye. It’s important to get medical advice when it comes to this type of rosacea as it can affect your vision, if left untreated.

Who gets rosacea?

The answer is simply… anyone can have it. Infact, the National Rosacea Society estimate over 400 million of us worldwide have the condition, but may not even know it. It may not be obvious when you are younger, as you may not have a flare-up until you are in your thirties or forties. Sometimes it runs in families but not always. Celebrities who have the condition include actresses Lisa Faulkner and Lena Dunham, who didn't have her first flare up until she was in her 30s.

Living With Rosacea

Your GP may offer your antibiotics for your rosacea but the long term treatment is often learning to manage the condition, through avoiding triggers and caring for your skin. It’s really important to find the right skin care products for you, that don’t irritate your skin further but offer protection. One of the biggest mistakes people with rosacea make is to avoid using any products at all on their face. Finding gentle products especially formulated for sensitive skin will keep your skin clean and with the right amount of moisture. Depending on your skin type, you should look to find a gentle but effective cleanser, toner and moisturiser. You should also consider a serum or booster that is designed to reduce redness and treat symptoms of rosacea.

How Can A Serum Help Your Rosacea?

Serums are not a replacement for your moisturiser, instead they’re like a power boost for your skin. So when it comes to your rosacea, a serum with active ingredients to reduce redness, irritation and work deep in the affected areas of the skin can boost the work of your regular skin care routine.

Three Serums That Are Great For Rosacea

Ark anti redness serum

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Skin Perfector Anti-Redness SerumA cooling, soothing serum.Skin30ml: £45.00

The Ark Anti-Redness Serum boasts the likes of Lisa Faulkner as a fan of this powerful combination of active ingredients for targeting red patches and sensitivity. How does it reduce redness? Well it has:

Sunflower oil - this has natural soothing properties, packed full of fatty acids and Vitamin E. This soothes red and irritated skin, which can reduce the red appearance.

Echium Oil - this has anti-inflammatory properties and also helps to improve skin barrier function. The lipid barrier on the top of your skin is there to protect the deeper layers from irritants and pollution. When the barrier is impaired, which can happen if you have dry skin, it can increase sensitivity and irritation. Echium Oil strengths your natural barrier function.

Arnica - along with the other active ingredients in the serum, Arnica works to help reduce redness and soothe skin.

Dermalogica Barrier Defence Booster

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The Barrier Defence Booster is all about improving the barrier function, whilst also acting to reduce irritation and redness. How? Well it’s got:

Cottonseed Oil - a natural anti-inflammatory, this works to soothe the skin and also helps promote skin cell growth to replace damaged cells
Turmeric Root - also an anti-inflammatory this also has antioxidant properties, helping skin to renew and heal and protecting skin against irritants
Oat Kernel Oil - helps to gently restore the PH balance and to deeply hydrate skin

Dermalogica Ultracalming Concentrate

UltraCalming Serum Concentratesensitised skin antidoteSkin40ml: £65.00

The Ultracalming Concentrate does what it says on the label - it is ultracalming and great for adding an extra boost to your skincare routine during breakouts and flare-ups. How does it work? Well it’s got:

Acetyl Tetrapeptide - this complicated sounding ingredient works to reduce sensitivity and to make the skin less reactive, reducing redness and inflammation

Portulaca Oleracea Extract - which is full of antioxidants, fatty acids and vitamins to reduce redness and inflammation

Sodium Hyaluronate - a version of hyaluronic acid, which holds up to one thousand times its weight in water, this stuff is the queen of hydration, getting deeper to rehydrate

Find The Right Serum For You

To find the right solution for your rosacea, visit Jersey Beauty Company to find out more about the three serums we’ve talked about. You can even get samples of them and all of our other products so you can make the right choice for your unique skin care needs.

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