Rosacea in focus: what you need to know

Rosacea

A term that inevitably conjures up images of chronic redness, visible veins and sensitive, inflamed skin. But this disease goes far beyond the superficial appearance. It affects millions of people who are confronted with limitations on a daily basis, be it through physical discomfort or the impact on their self-confidence.

Rosacea is a chronic skin disease whose causes lie deep within the skin and which can be exacerbated by external stimuli. The symptoms range from redness to inflammation. Treatment requires a targeted understanding of the underlying mechanisms in order to sustainably soothe the skin and improve its appearance.

In this article, we take a detailed look at the complex world of rosacea to provide a sound understanding of this challenging skin condition. We explore its underlying causes and common triggers. It explains how rosacea affects the skin and what effective approaches can help to break the vicious cycle of redness and inflammation by strengthening the skin barrier and reducing sensitivity to restore the skin balance.

The typical symptoms of rosacea

Redness

Redness often occurs in the cheek and nose area, which usually intensifies during flare-ups.

Veins

Red or bluish vessels are often clearly visible on the skin, especially on light-colored skin.

Burning

The skin reacts sensitively, burning and feelings of tension are often accompanying symptoms.

Inflammations

In some cases, acne-like inflammations such as pustules and nodules develop on the skin.

A look beneath the surface - causes

Rosacea is a multifactorial disease whose exact causes are not yet fully understood. However, scientific studies point to several interrelated mechanisms:

  • Overactivation of the skin nerves (nociceptors): The nerves in the skin react hypersensitively to external stimuli such as heat, cold or stress. This reaction releases signals that trigger inflammatory processes.
  • Mast cells and pro-inflammatory substances: Activated mast cells release histamine and other pro-inflammatory mediators. These cause the blood vessels to dilate and lead to the typical redness.
  • Vascular instability: The capillaries in the face are particularly susceptible to dilated and visible veins in rosacea patients. This leads to impaired skin circulation and increased sensitivity.
  • Microbiome imbalance: Studies show that the skin microbiome – the skin’s natural bacterial flora – is often out of balance in rosacea patients. This can promote inflammation and skin irritation.

What brings the skin out of balance

An important step in dealing with rosacea is recognizing triggers. These can vary from person to person, but some triggers are particularly common:

30%

UV-rays

20%

Stress

20%

Nutrition

15%

Cosmetics

Breaking the vicious circle - our solution: Rosa Calm

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Rosa Calm - Capillary Relief has been specially developed to soothe sensitive, rosacea-prone skin. The innovative formula soothes irritation of the skin nerves, inhibits inflammatory processes and strengthens the capillaries. This reduces visible redness, increases the skin's resistance and regenerates its natural protective function.

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