Me after a work out: beet red, constantly fielding “are you okay?” inquiries. No, I’m not about to have a stroke. It’s rosacea.

me: being alive my rosacea: I’m triggered.

I'm glad you said rosacea is a medical condition. Some members of my family act like my rosacea is no big deal and I should just live with it and stop worrying about it. They just don't understand the physical discomfort and emotional pain that I go through. I wish they could understand its a real medical condition and not just me making a fuss about nothing.

Basically the only time I don't have redness is when first wake up in the morning and look in the mirror. It seems the second I walk away from the mirror and begin doing literally anything other than sleeping starts up.

I consider my rosacea to have cleared so sharing my experience. I had rosacea with red skin for 7 years, red pimples on cheeks and nose. Any product I would use would make me red, even those designed for sensitive skin. I adapted my skincare : oil cleansing, cerave cleanser, cerave moisturizer, physical sunscreen, but nothing changed. I tried : avoiding my triggers (helped a little), azaleic acid (worked but only at first), soolantra (worked, along with 3 sessions of pulse dye laser, the redness was much better, at least there were times when I wasn't red) . Recently, I had more and more heartburns and was diagnosed with Pylori bacteria, took the antibiotic treatment (with has metronidazole), and now my rosacea has cleared. Of course I still have sensitive skin but barely any pimple or redness. Dr Dray had mentioned the link between Pylori and rosacea in another video. Hope this helps someone !

Thank you for being so sensitive about this. I went to a derm the other day about this and she looked at me as if I was a freak of nature and it was no big deal. She clearly doesn’t understand.

So basically everything triggers it ☹️

From personal experience cutting down white bread and sugar as well as alcohol keeps the rosacea under control. More water intake also helps! Less coffee less juices.

Wow another search provided me with soooo much valuable information. You’re a blessing Doc!

I found your channel yesterday and I have been binge watching. I wish I would have started using sunscreen earlier in life but I don't leave the house without it on me now, with small bottles in my bag, and mineral powder for touch ups. I have rosacea and started getting the pimple like bumps about 20 years ago, it seems to flare up the most when there is a big temperature change. I have been using Renova a few times a week to help with the bumps and it doesn't really make the redness worse. My dermatologist has recommended the laser treatments for my broken capillaries so I might try that in fall. My face gets red very easily, when I'm working out people at the gym ask if i'm ok, they probably think I am on the verge of a heart attack with my red face. Thank you for all of the great information

Dr. Dray, I think you're awesome. I've seen almost all your videos and I've completely changed how I take care of my skin. I only wish that you had been around when I was very young and first dealing with rosacea and acne. Thanks to you, I look so much better. After my second child, my skin got so much worse. Just two years ago, my rosacea was really severe. My face was always bright red, I had a ton of bumps, inflammation, humongous pores, sagging jowls, deep nasolabial lines, and wrinkles. I have a very slim and fit body but my face looked like I was 60-year-old alcoholic with heart disease. Thanks to you, I now look like a completely different person. I just have a bit of redness on my cheeks which I'm okay with. I have no more bumps. My skin is extremely smooth and even and feels so soft, my pores are super tiny, and my face is tightened up all over. I just have a few wrinkles around my eyes -- which I think is appropriate for my age (turning 50). This sounds weird, but sometimes I can't stop looking at myself in the mirror and I think, is this really me? I think the retin-a was the most critical factor, but it was everything else. Thank you Thank you Thank you!

Thank you so much for this! I was recently diagnosed with rosacea and my dermatologist didn't do the best job in explaining things to me. This was very helpful!

I've just been diagnosed with rosacea and have been devouring info on it so I can find the best skincare routine. This video is extremely helpful for forming a broader understanding. My doctor did offer a lot of info, but it was a lot to absorb at once so this is nice to refer back to. Thank you!

Great Q+A - I love how you present the science as well as provide practical suggestions on how to deal with skin issues. You are a gem! And your skin looks great in this video! Have a great weekend!

All these years I finally find out why my skin is always this way very helpful information.

I'm constantly blown away by the abundance of reliable information about skin care products on all your videos; profound thanks! always referring my friends to your channel. The one question I had was whether exzema (SP, sorryI ) could lead to rosacea. I had childhood asthma which morphed into exzema and my dermatologist prescribed me a cortico-steroid cream that I used daily for 15 years, far too long. I have oily skin; it wasn't greasy, so it was my moisturizer. Eventually my skin rebelled and I very belatedly stopped using it. 15 yrs after that I was drinking heavily after the death of my parents with predictable results. Possibly other people with rosacea like me, experience an unpleasant sensation when eating a hot meal during the day; certainly any activity in warm/hot weather. One reason I'm such an avid swimmer is that the temperature of the water reduces this effect. Avoiding all alcohol was crucial of course. What I used to do was wash my face before a mid-day meal, which was not helpful. When, around Xmas 2018 I began a perfectly affordable skin care routine following your guidelines, everything changed. No more pins and needles when bending over a stove top etc. My face will go red when outside in hot weather despite sunscreen, hat, sunglasses; it's transitory, which is fine. Hope this helps someone else, and Dr. Dray, keeping making them videos!!!!! (And I know you won't approve of Avene products which are all slightly scented, but I do keep them around and they have an instant effect; I believe the entire line is for this problem. Tx again.

I went to a dermatologist a few weeks back and felt as if she didn't really help at all. She just gave me a list of cosmetics which help hide the redness. I felt like she didn't really try. So I did the research myself and found you on KZfaq and so glad I did! I got myself the CeraVe hydrating cleanser. I have a Neutrogena unscented face moisturizer for combo/ oily skin for night time. As well as the Olay complete sensitive with spf 30 for daytime. I realized the less stuff I put on my face, the less flare ups. I went through my cosmetics and got rid of anything containing fragrances which where irritating my skin! I feel so much better! My rosacea is mild but I get flare ups when it's too hot outside or if I'm overworking my body. I also noted to kick back on the sugary drinks and drink more water! Thank you for your tips and advice! ❤️❤️❤️

Thank you so much . I have learned more about rosacea and what I can do for it from this video than when I spoke with my doctor .

most useful video I've seen so far - to the point, clear, concise. Thank you. I have rosacea and I have been struggling for SO LONG to find a skincare routine (male / 38yrs old / redhead with light skin & redness from rosacea and sun damage from growing up in Africa ugh...odds feel stacked against me). So far the only face-wash/cleanser that doesn't piss off my rosacea is DOVE BEAUTY BARS or Cetaphil. I've been desperately trying to find a skincare routine that will work for me. One thing I finally figured out is to just IGNORE all the posts/blogs/ads I see for the new blahblah amazing wonderful skincare products for wrinkles/lines/better glow blahblahblah - they just won't work with my skin...I've accepted that I will not be able to follow a skincare routine that applies to people who don't have the holy-trifecta of skin challenges (rosacea/light-skinned/sun-damaged). What products would you recommend for repairing sun-damaged skin with rosacea? Any ideas? Thanks again for a great video! I've been watching rosacea videos all week and scouring the internet for products to help me improve the redness on my skin...........so far......DOVE and Cetaphil. Things that do NOT work for my skin: anything by NATURE REPUBLIC - nothing natural about their products (the name is misleading) and they are crammed with fragrances that sting/burn/trigger my skin. Wish I'd kept those receipts. Damn. LOL

I just got diagnosed with rosacea and I'm so thankful for your video and your answers! Thank you so much for this!

I have viewed this video a number of times. Could you do more videos regarding Rosacea skincare products as anything new comes out. Are there more skincare products than the ones you have recommended in this video. I love the products you mention here but would like to have any new products that have come on the market with your very knowledgeable opinions.

I have the less common type of rosacea that is accompanied by oily skin. Most moisturizers irritate my skin. One exception is laroche posay cicabalm. Very heavy stuff but my skin loves it.

You are very altruistic and eloquent. It is so refreshing! And, you are so passionate about the subject matter. I appreciate all the Good you do for the masses. Thank you. I can only imagine the extent to which all the people with no dietary restrictions are suffering.

I so enjoy the simple , no bs, way you give us the info we NEED to make choices. Thanks, you have really helped me understand rosacea n how to minimize flare ups.

The best md I have heard. God bless you.

Thank you so much for this video, just got diagnosed with rosacea, had it all this time. This has helped me understand it a bit more.

I cannot thank You enough for all the information You share about rosacea! Love You Dr Dray ❤️

Thanks I love how well you explain everything.

Hi Dr. Dray! Another great video! I think all derms need to hand out this video to each patient they diagnose with rosacea. Have a great weekend and don't forget to take us along with you! lol Rita

I deal with it every day. Some days better than others.

Very excited for more content on this topic!

She is fantastic! Simple and clear advice - wonderful

Dr. Dray, what would you recommend for removing make up? Thanks. Love your videos!

Uhm you're kind of amazing 😍 thank you. Haven't gotten a straight answer out of any doctor. I gave up. This is so simple! I feel like you set me free. I finally know. Awesome video 👌

Thanks for this video! Very informative! Great delivery also. I struggle in presentations, your a natural. Take care Vicki

I am using so many of the products recommended by Dr.Dray, and I thank you for the shopping trip to Walmart. I have been dealing with Rosacea for 10 yrs. I am taking daily antibiotics and have a gel antibiotic, but no other suggestions forthcoming from my male dermatologist. My last visit I told him I was doing better than I have been since the onset of the disease. I told him I had gone to Walmart with Dr Dray and purchased several products that have calmed my skin, replaced things upsetting it, and all were affordable. To be fair, he is more interested in treating my severe Psoriasis. Aren’t I a lucky woman? I have to really juggle the two conditions at times, but the Cerave HEALING cream is god sent over my topical medications. Question though. You say never Witch Hazel. There is one that has no alcohol, or fragrance, but has Aloe Vera in it. I thought it would be okay as a toner. Is it? I can clean my tweezers and other tools if it is too strong for my face. Thanks Dr. Dray. Love your help.

ugh my friends always think im blushing but i just have redness

I purchased a red light from red light man. I swear it helps. My skin instantly feels better as soon as I light it up. Though I didn’t notice much change in my appearance. I used it nightly for a couple months. It did seem that I wasn’t having many flare ups but I wasn’t yet prepared to attributing any improvement to the light. Then I slacked off and had a flare up the next day. I noticed that if I skipped a night I’d have a flare up the next day. So now I used it nightly for a few more weeks and tried again. Now it seems if I skip I can go a couple days before the flare ups return. I’ve had rosacea for 30 years and never really identified all my triggers. So the red light has been very helpful. Plus I find using it enjoyable. Just thought I’d share my experience.

Thanks for posting this, Dr. Dray

your channel is such a find! thank you for doing this!

This was so helpful. I developed rosacea once I started using a retinoid at night and then applying Elta MD clear sunscreen during the day. I guess my skin became very sensitive after using a retinoid at night. When I applied my sunscreen in the morning, my skin would burn. I didn’t stop this routine for a couple of months and my rosacea just got worse. I wish I would have stopped once I felt the burning on my skin.

I was just diagnosed with rosacea after many years of struggling with this. Thank you for the recommendations.

Thank you Dr. Dray. This was very helpful. Especially in what order to apply products.

This was so helpful!! Thank you!!

I was recently diagnosed with rosacea and its not that common with Asian, Filipinos to be specific. Its a blessing to find your channel esp. this video. Your explanation and tips are on-point. You're doing a good job Dr. Dray!

I've had rosacea since I was 13. My doc said I'd grow out of it or it would improve as I get older. I'm 25 now and so glad I found your channel!

Super fab as always, Dr. Dray!! I've been MIA for so long so I've gotta catch up on your vlogs!! :)

Really fantastic. Changed this physician/rosacea sufferer's understanding of rosacea, thank you!

Omg this video is amazing! Super informative. I've been struggling with my skin lately and this video is extremely helpful! Was just wondering is there a substitute for the facial moisturiser? I don't think the brand Vanicream is available in the UK

Buenísimo, Andrea!! Muchas Gracias!!!

You're awesome!!! I love Q&A with you! Have a great weekend!

Hi Dr. Dray! Thank you so much for this video. What's your take on physiogel's calming relief cleanser and day cream? Are the ingredients of these products okay for people with rosacea?

My under eyes are pale and my cheeks a red. My skin colour is tawny so I used to think I had pigmentation - which I do but _not_ around my eyes.

Thank you I enjoyed this video I have rosacea and I will look into these products you recommended

Thank you so much Dr Dray & have a great Friday!

Thank you for this!!! What is the best tinted SPF for rosacea do you feel?

Thank you for educating your viewers dr. Dray! New subscriber here!😍 god bless you and much love from phillipines!🇵🇭

Great video! I love the format/organization of this video. My follow up question is this, is it ok to include adapalene as part of a skincare regimen for rosacea prone skin? If so, is applying retinoids the only type of "exfoliation" we should be doing? Thanks!

Hello Dr. Dray, I'm so happy that I stumbled across your channel this morning. Thanks for your insight and recommendations-I'm looking forward to giving some of these products a go. Also, I was wondering what your thoughts are on the hylamide sensitive fix booster and pevonia RS2 gentle care cream, as I've heard these products may help to minimize the redness and uneven texture associated with rosacea. Thanks! : )

I've been to a couple of dermatologists and they gave me benzoxyl for my acne prone roseacea. It helped to eliminate the bumps but not the redness. Now I am using very clean products to gently clean and moisturize my skin thanks to you 💕 I have been using pure SheaButter as oil cleanser then CeraVe Foam Cleanser and for the humectant a mix of glycerin&hyaluronic acid&niacinamide serum that I make on my own from a local pharmacy brand (which is perfect since I dont include any essential oils or alcohol) and I use the CeraVe moisturizer as a thick layer of night mask before sleep. Nobody told me that I need to moisturize deeply into my skin. That's why it kept getting worse because since I have oily skin I was always drying it out and was always irritated. So I highly recommend everyone to first hydrate your skin as much as possible! After the irritation in my skin is calmed for good, I am planning for a chemical exfoliation in winter to get rid of the small bumps that is caused by dead skin that I can't exfoliate during roseacea ;')

Your Vlogs are so informative.... And thank you for introducing me to Vitacost!

My face, neck and chest were flushing in patches so bad, my primary care doc tested me for lupus. Turns out it’s rosacea. If I’m outside in the cold, and come into a warm room, that’s enough to fully set it off. It’s pretty intense. One thing that caused mine to flare terribly, for 6 months, was ingesting Splenda. So I suggest to anyone suffering this, to eliminate all artificial sweeteners, with the exception of stevia. I’m using the EltaMD tinted sunscreen, is that one you recommend?

Great and helpful video. Thank you

I find that many topicals are drying. At my age (67), I feel they make my skin look dry and dull. And don't get me started about the wrinkles! I have not used the products recommended by Dr Dray but I will absolutely give them a try!

Great video!! You gave a great list of flushing triggers, but left out one that's HUGE for me: fragrance in the environment. It's easy enough for me to avoid using fragranced products personally, but it's really really hard to avoid fragrance in the world. The other day I went to see my chiropractor, and he must have had a new deodorant on -- some men's deodorants are as scented as a cologne. I had a huge reaction while waiting for him to see me. His office has never smelled like that before, in many years of me seeing him (I wouldn't have seen him for all these years otherwise!) Or I was in a restaurant the other day with a friend, and everything was fine. Then a couple gets seated in the booth next to us, and I was smelling their perfume the rest of the meal. Or my Target just re-arranged their cleaning products and now all the Seventh Generation products are mixed in with the Tide and stuff. I have to hold my breath, run into the aisle, grab what I need and run away! Or you're in a public place and everything is fine, but you go into the restroom and get attacked with air freshener! I wish people realized how much distress fragrance can cause some of us.

LOVE YOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU! THANK FROM Germany! super helpfull!

Your videos are super helpful! Thank you! I have mild rosacea and in general have been trying to use more natural products for my skin. It’s been eye-opening hearing your critiques of some of the more expensive products! Could you do a review of Kiehl’s skincare and Juice Beauty’s stem cellular collection. Now I’m not sure if they’re really worth it!

I appreciate your videos and hard work. You are amazing. Thank goodness for you.

And shees one of the Best if not the best on You Tube... new subcribers so listen very carefully she wont repeat it twice...:)

I would love your advice .... I live in Canada and it can take up to one year to get a dermatologist appointment and all I have is a question. I’m hoping you can help 😊. I’ve had type 2 rosacea for 8 years which developed after my last pregnancy. Noritate works well but the bumps were still present. I’ve recently discovered Azelaic acid and WOW! What a difference! But I want to reintroduce retinol after not being able to tolerate it. My question is how. My morning regiment is cleanse, Azelaic acid & moisturizer and my night routine is cleanse, Noritate & moisturizer. When do I add retinol and how? Thanks so much for your videos I appreciate them so much

Thank you , at last some useful information and good explanations

I'm so glad I found your videos. Here's a challenge for you: I'm 58 with lifelong acne and undiagnosed rosacea. Do you have any videos that address aging acne-prone very sensitive skin (lifelong redhead) with rosacea? I use Cetaphil, but now I know that I haven't moisturized properly. I've always worn an spf15 chemical sunscreen/moisturizer during the day and stronger sunscreen on big sun days, recently Solbar 35. I have never been able to tolerate any benzoyl peroxide-my face burns and swells. I have used spot salicylic acid products and/or washes on pimples, but I'm seeing that this is a bad idea. I've used a sulfur spot acne cream, but it didn't work. I've used sulfur bar soap that irritated me terribly. Now I know not to use bar soap. After watching several of your videos, I'm going to an even gentler wash, an oil free moisturizer to my wet skin, and consistent proper sunscreens all the time. So I wonder how to address acne and rosacea at the same time. A dermatologist told me last year to use Differin, but he didn't mention anything about my redness and broken blood vessels. I will get in to see a dermatologist again, but I'm wondering if you have any general guidance. Is there a gentle sulfur wash you would recommend? Thank you for recommending such nice washes and moisturizers that don't break the bank. When I've gone the way of expensive cosmetic lines, their products haven't helped me. I'm also wondering if I should avoid the Neutrogena Hydro Boost.

Sometimes even cooking irritates my skin😔

Hi Dr. Dray its been a long time since you've spoken about Rosacea. How about an updated anti aging video for rosacea. Can rosacea patients exfoliate with lactic acid or should we avoid it all together?

Thank u so much for this video! I have been binge watching so many of ur videos especially the ones where u go to Walmart and discuss which brand of skincare to go w. I found a cleanser and cream that doesn't irritate my rosacea bc of u! U rock!!!

I was recently diagnosed with rosacea but it’s not too bad because I follow yours you my dermatologists skincare recommendations. My question is; what products do you recommend to fight clogged pores/blackheads, that wont irritate my rosacea ?

Whenever I used to walk on sunny weaTher... Or I felt conscious my cheeks became rosy.... Please help me .....

Hello Dr Dray! 🤗 Do you have any recommendations of UK alternatives to the products mentioned please? Thank you 😊

Thank you for your advice!! I just ordered the cleanser, lotion, and might cream to try out!!

Love your channel and that you’re in Houston. I actually enjoy your videos and personality. Somehow I haven’t found a video where you mention Vanicream bar. It’s less packaging and can be used for face and body washing. Do you not recommend it?

Do you recommend La Roche-Posay Circaplast Baume B5 Soothing Repairing Balm for rosacea?

I was diagnosed with rosacea/out having any family history of it or having any past history of skin issues... But my redness and bumpyness didn't come all at once...it all started with one side of the cheek...like 3 bumps, then 7 months later it grew into a huge red spotch, then another 3 months it traveled to the other side, and w/in 14 months both sides of my cheeks had red blotches. Rosacea doesn't' just do that. It's been 5 years and I don't have it come and go or have good days where it's less red. It's red all the time. I don't think people know what rosacea really is or what causes it...they're just guessing and shoving antibiotics into the person in hopes it helps them...even tho there is no infection. They don't check a person's hormones to see if that has something to do with it. Or do a small biopsy of the area.

Eucerin Redness relief gentle cleanser and the night cream have been great. I also use Avene redness-relief soothing cream (light green tint) Anything else causes a flare. I just recently tried Eucerin Daily Protection SPF 30 for sensitive skin... and it triggered a flare.

Thank you for the video, btw!

How to know my acne is actually rocasea? My face getting red from workout usually..

Dr. Dre?

it's crazy how much her hair has grown

This was very helpful. Thanks!!!!

Dr Dray,I had ablative laser procedure about 4 years ago.Unfortunatelly did not work for me. My skin is not smooth at all...that was goal dr told me. I can not put foundation even with very good moisturizering or primer skin.My skin is very dry,textured so terrible visible,even I got some acne above lips or that is keloid. I could not follow any advice..like retinol treatment ,tried all possible nothing working.What to do dr Dr Dray

Hi Dr Dray. What are your thoughts on aloe vera for the facial skin? Specially, acne prone skin? Thank you!

Hi Dr. Dray just wanted to let you know that I just received my skin care products you had recommended, thank you so much

Hi Dr Dray, thanks for another educational video. My question: Is it safe to have vascular laser treatment for rosacea whilst taking 10mg of Accutane and using soolantra cream? The research findings are inconsistent. Please clarify. Thank you.

thank you so much. I wish more dermatologists explained things as you do.

I suffer from mild to moderate rosacea with normal to oily skin. I’ve been successfully using products from Paula’s Choice and Cerave. They do not contain any irritants and unnecessary coloring agents and fragrance. (I read labels, religiously!!!) Using these products has helped “calm” my skin and significantly reduces redness, flare ups and breakouts. So far, I have also not noticed any broken or enlarged capillaries.

my rosacea was very rare at first but once i was a freshman in college living in a dorm, it got incredibly worse. it doesn’t happen when i go home for the weekend. guess i’m going to have to deal with this for years until i get out of here.

Thank you, doctor!!!

I discovered this video yesterday and watched it again today! It is wonderful! I have super sensitive, dry skin with rosacea. I react to everything and my skin is painful. I have tried vanicream, cervae, neutragena sensitive (this is the best so far), cetaphil, le roche posey among others. Do you have any other suggestions of cleansers and/or moisturizers that might calm my skin. I told my dermatologist about my reactions and didn't get any advice. Thanks:)

Really clearly explained! Thanks for this "service" you provide in the Q&A Fridays! It turns out I probably have Rosacea, who knew. I get very flushed, it goes away after awhile, especially after exercising . It seems others in my family always have had this (mostly females) could it be genetic too? Thanks, Dr. Dray :) Have a great weekend!

Hi dr dray, new subscriber here I've really enjoyed your videos so far, great advice and insight and I love your sense of humour. I hope you don't mind I have a question, I was diagnosed with rosacea last week I've suffered with for three years, it's type two one the right side of my face (my cheek) my doctor prescribed me rosex cream, I'm just wondering what your thoughts are on this cream? And could you please recommend a good face wash place? Thank you and take care X

Thank you for posting this, it is very helpful. Dr Google has so much misinformation out there, great to here from a qualified source! Rosacea is a tricky skin condition. I was wondering what you thought about the use of prescription grade retin A with subtype 1 Rosacea (flushing, NO acne) and dry skin. Not sure if it will help in the long term or just irritate since it reduces oil production?