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Rosacea

Having rosacea-prone skin can be very frustrating and distressing. Apart from the discomfort of redness and inflammation, it is also often associated with sensitive skin. Finding rosacea skincare products that manage the symptoms and doesn’t exacerbate the condition can be difficult.

Our Rosacea Skincare Kit uses evidence-based ingredients which reduce inflammation and calms rosacea while protecting and hydrating your skin.

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Yes — a significant proportion of rosacea sufferers experience papulopustular rosacea, which causes inflamed, acne-like bumps (not true acne). Niacinamide, azelaic acid and gentle exfoliation with PHAs can help manage both the redness and the breakouts. And while the concentration of Retinal used for Rosacea is 0.06% (as opposed to the recommended 0.1% for acne), Retinal used for Rosacea should also be helpful in managing acne. Avoid using traditional acne treatments with benzoyl peroxide or strong acids, as these often worsen rosacea inflammation.

Rosacea is often mistaken for acne, but there are some important differences.

Both conditions can cause red bumps (papules) and pus-filled pimples (pustules), but only acne causes blackheads and whiteheads.

Rosacea usually affects the centre of the face, including the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. Acne is more likely to affect the T-zone, jawline, chest, shoulders and back.

Another clue is the background skin. With rosacea, the skin is often persistently red, sensitive and may sting or burn. In acne, redness is usually limited to the individual pimples, while the surrounding skin is generally unaffected.

The triggers are different too. Rosacea commonly flares with sun exposure, heat, alcohol, spicy foods, stress or vigorous exercise. Acne, on the other hand, is driven by a combination of hormones, excess oil production, clogged pores and acne-causing bacteria. As a result, rosacea-prone skin is often dry and sensitive, while acne-prone skin is usually oilier.

If you're unsure whether you have rosacea or acne, it's worth getting an accurate diagnosis. The right treatment depends on the underlying condition, and using acne treatments on rosacea can sometimes make symptoms worse.

Yes, but choosing the right form of vitamin A is important. Many people with rosacea worry that all vitamin A products will irritate their skin, but that's not necessarily the case. Retinal (retinaldehyde) is a newer generation vitamin A that has been shown to be well tolerated in many people with rosacea when introduced gradually. In addition to improving signs of skin ageing, studies suggest retinal may also help reduce papules and pustules (the acne-like bumps of rosacea) and may improve the appearance of telangiectasia (visible facial blood vessels).

The key is to start slowly, use a skin barrier supporting moisturiser and avoid combining retinal with other potentially irritating ingredients, such as AHAs.

If your rosacea is actively flaring or your skin barrier is compromised, it's usually best to settle the inflammation first before introducing any vitamin A product.

Not all vitamin A products are created equal. If you have rosacea, look for a gentle retinal formulation designed for sensitive skin rather than a high-strength retinol product.

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes persistent facial redness, skin sensitivity, visible blood vessels (telangiectasia), and sometimes acne-like breakouts or skin thickening. It can also affect the nose (skin thickening) and eyes (red irritated and styes). It most commonly affects the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. Rosacea is not curable, but with the right skincare routine, and by identifying personal triggers, symptoms can be significantly managed.

The foundation is simple: a soap-free non-foaming emollient cleanser once a day, a Zinc Oxide SPF for daytime UV protection, and barrier-supportive moisturisers containing ceramides, panthenol and Niacinamide. At night, Retinal (the most gentle and effective form of Vitamin A) can be introduced carefully to support skin renewal without the irritation associated with Retinol. Avoiding known triggers and keeping the routine minimal are just as important as the products themselves. If you're unsure where to start, the ESK Skin Quiz will map out a routine suited to your skin.

Avoid anything that triggers inflammation or compromises your skin barrier. That means soap-based cleansers, physical scrubs, fragranced products, AHAs and Retinol. Steroids are worth a specific mention: some people mistake rosacea for eczema and use topical steroids, which can worsen rosacea or even trigger it. Keeping your routine simple and gentle is not a compromise, it is the strategy.

When you have rosacea, the priority is to calm inflammation, strengthen the skin barrier and minimise irritation. One of the best-studied ingredients is niacinamide (vitamin B3). It helps reduce redness, supports the skin barrier and improves the skin's ability to tolerate other active ingredients.

Retinal (a vitamin A derivative) can also be beneficial when introduced gradually, as it helps improve skin texture and signs of ageing without the irritation often associated with stronger retinoids. Polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) provide gentle exfoliation while helping to support the skin barrier, making them a better option than alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) for many people with rosacea. Zinc oxide is an excellent choice in sunscreen because it provides broad-spectrum UV protection while being well tolerated by sensitive skin.

Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) is another helpful ingredient. While clinical evidence specifically for rosacea is limited, it has well-established moisturising, anti redness, wound healing and skin barrier-supporting properties and is included in the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians' ingredient recommendations for rosacea.

Just as important as what you do use is what you avoid. Fragrances, harsh scrubs, strong acids and other irritating ingredients can trigger flares in some people.

ESK's Rosacea range is formulated around ingredients that support the skin barrier and calm inflammation, while avoiding common irritants such as fragrances and AHAs.

Rosacea triggers vary from person to person, but some are much more common than others.

The most common rosacea triggers include sun exposure (UV radiation), hot weather, hot drinks, alcohol, spicy foods, emotional stress, vigorous exercise and some skincare products, particularly those containing fragrance, soap-based cleansers or strong exfoliating acids.

Keeping a simple diary of when your rosacea flares can help you identify your own personal triggers. Once you know what causes your flare-ups, it's much easier to reduce their frequency and severity.

One trigger deserves special mention: UV exposure. Even on cloudy days, sunlight can worsen redness and inflammation, so wearing a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day is one of the most important habits for managing rosacea. Choosing a gentle sunscreen containing zinc oxide is often a good option for sensitive, rosacea-prone skin.

"Acne, rosacea, uneven texture and tone, hormonal breakouts resulting in a lack of confidence. I have taken a before photo with make up on (to cover up my skin issues) and an after photo with no make up on. I can not thank ESK enough for helping me feel comfortable in my own skin again and feel confident without wearing make up! It has made my morning and evening routine quicker and easier, it has strengthened my skin in a short time and most importantly, it has made me feel good about myself!"

What causes Rosacea?

Rosacea causes redness and inflammation and sensitive skin. Finding rosacea skincare products that manage the symptoms without a flare up can be hard! It is caused by a combination of your genes, an overgrowth of Demodex follicularum, a mite that lives in your oil glands as well as inflammatory peptides in the skin that damage the skin barrier.

What triggers a rosacea flare-up?

There are many triggers that cause rosacea to flare. Common triggers include sunlight, stress, heat, alcohol, spicy food as well as some makeup, hair care products and skincare including soap and cleansers that are too alkaline. Avoiding your triggers is an important part of managing your rosacea. Before you look for your perfect skincare for rosacea, it’s worth getting across the evidence for what works.

Evidence-based Rosacea Skincare Products

Our Rosacea Skin care Kit is curated to provide evidence-based ingredients which reduce inflammation while protecting and hydrating your skin. It contains a non-alkaline, soap free cleanser, a niacinamide serum to improve skin barrier function and reduce inflammation, a zinc based physical SPF day cream as well as Vitamin A AKA Retinal to combat redness and pustules. All have powerful anti-aging properties as well.

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