Rosacea affects an estimated 1 in 10 people in the UK, yet it remains one of the most poorly managed skin conditions — largely because many people do not know they have it and use the wrong products, making their skin significantly worse. If you experience persistent facial redness, visible blood vessels, flushing or a burning sensation, you may be dealing with rosacea.
What Is Rosacea and What Triggers It?
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterised by persistent redness, flushing, visible capillaries and sometimes papules. Common triggers include UV exposure, heat, alcohol, spicy food, stress, harsh skincare products and physical exfoliation.
What to Avoid With Rosacea-Prone Skin
Physical exfoliants, alcohol-based toners, fragrance and high-concentration acids are all significant rosacea triggers. Choose fragrance-free formulas wherever possible.
Morning Routine for Rosacea and Redness-Prone Skin
Cleanser: Bioderma Sensibio Foaming Gel or Sensibio H2O — the gold standard for sensitive, rosacea-prone skin.
Treatment: Bioderma Sensibio AR+ Cream — specifically formulated to address the biological causes of rosacea redness. Or ZO Skin Health Rozatrol — normalises skin and reduces surface oil with ultra-mild exfoliation.
Moisturise: SkinCeuticals Redness Neutralizer — calms visible redness with Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8 and a subtle green-tinted pigment that visually neutralises redness as it works.
SPF: SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial Defense SPF 50+ or ZO Skin Health Sheer Fluid SPF 50 — UV exposure is one of the most consistent rosacea triggers.
Evening Routine for Rosacea and Redness-Prone Skin
Cleanse: Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Gel or H2O.
Serum: SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective — hydrating botanical serum with cucumber and thyme extracts that calm and soothe inflamed skin.
Moisturise: SkinCeuticals Redness Neutralizer or ZO Skin Health Hydrating Creme.
Can People With Rosacea Use Retinol?
Yes, carefully. Start with ZO Skin Health Retinol Skin Brightener 0.5% no more than twice a week on well-moisturised skin, and build up very slowly. If in doubt, book a consultation first.
Browse our rosacea skincare range or book a skin consultation for a personalised rosacea management plan.