Couperosis is a fairly common phenomenon among the population, especially the female part. Constant redness of the skin, spider veins or spider veins - at first glance, a common cosmetic problem that you want to eliminate and forget. However, everything is not as simple as it seems.
At risk are people with sensitive skin and those whose parents or other close relatives have experienced rosacea, since this disease can be inherited.
In addition to genetic predisposition, very often rosacea can be one of the symptoms of diseases of the internal organs, in which damage to the vascular wall occurs. Because of this, it is very important not only to eliminate the manifestation, but to identify the cause of the appearance of this pathology on the skin. The most problematic area is the face. Most often, capillary stars are located in the cheeks, chin and along the wings of the nose.
What is rosacea and the reasons for its appearance
Couperosis on the face
- This is a cosmetic defect that appears due to dilated blood vessels. They are visible through the skin and look like “stars” or “cobwebs” of capillaries.
Most often, rosacea occurs in the area of the cheeks, chin, and wings of the nose. Spider veins on the skin indicate fragility and weakness of blood vessels. Vessels that have lost their elasticity lose their ability to contract after exercise, and blood stagnates and expands. This type of imperfection occurs predominantly in those with low-pigmentation and thin skin of phototypes I and II.
According to their configuration, spider veins from rosacea are divided into:
- Arachnids
- Spot
- Linear
Stages of development of rosacea
Spider veins can appear at any age in both women and men. However, statistics show that this problem most often occurs in patients over 35 years of age.
Dermatologists distinguish 4 main stages of the manifestation of rosacea:
- Stage 1
- after a long stay in a hot environment with very dry air, irritation appears on the face. Several dilated capillaries appear on the skin. The problem is local. - Stage 2
- over time, adjacent dilated capillaries unite into one network, the vessels become more noticeable and acquire a pronounced shade. - Stage 3
- the network of blood vessels becomes more noticeable, the redness does not go away on its own and becomes permanent. - Stage 4
- the pathological process affects not only small vessels, but all vessels on the surface of the face. Due to massive capillary spasm, areas of local skin blanching appear, and the capillaries become as visible as possible.
Causes that provoke the appearance of rosacea
Cuperosis is caused by stagnation of blood in the vessels of the skin: the walls of stretched capillaries become thinner and appear on the surface of the skin as a vascular network.
As a result, this can cause increased skin sensitivity, dehydration, irritation, and peeling of tissues. Dermatovenerologist Alexander Prokofiev, medical expert of the La Roche-Posay brand.
The main factors for the appearance of rosacea on the face:
- Vitamin deficiency, namely lack of vitamins A, C;
- Thinning, weakening of the reactive epidermis;
- Taking certain hormonal medications;
- Hormonal fluctuations in the body (imbalance of estrogen and progesterone), for example, during pregnancy or menopause;
- Prolonged exposure to extremely high or low temperatures, for example, during hardening, overheating in the sun, in a bath, frostbite;
- High blood pressure;
- Bad habits (smoking, alcohol);
- Excessive insolation;
- Unbalanced diet: excessively spicy or salty foods are one of the factors that weaken blood vessels.
How to get rid of rosacea on the face using cosmetics?
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to get rid of spider veins on your face with the help of cosmetics alone – noticeable dilated blood vessels can be minimized only in combination with salon aesthetic procedures. To prevent the recurrence of spider veins, it is important to properly formulate a beauty routine and use cosmetics for hypersensitive skin.
Depending on the root cause of blood stagnation, medications, vitamin and mineral complexes and supplements may also be prescribed to combat rosacea.
To effectively care for rosacea-prone skin, use cosmetics that:
- Reduce irritation and soothe the epidermis
- Reduces skin sensitivity
- Strengthens capillary walls
Avoid abrasive products in favor of soft gommages and peels. Look for soothing components in the formulas of anti-rosacea products: rose water, essential oils, horse chestnut extract, vitamins A, C, E, K, R. The following components will help relieve skin irritation: panthenol, plant extracts, allantoin.
If you need to quickly remove rosacea on your face
, then use foundation for sensitive skin. For example, hypoallergenic foundation Rosaliac CC Crème. Its formula is specially designed for skin prone to redness and rosacea. The product will instantly disguise spider veins, and the ambophenol in the composition will help reduce skin redness.
To cleanse skin with rosacea
use gentle cleansers. For example, Rosaliac Gel micellar gel. It will effectively remove makeup, cleanse sensitive skin of impurities and soothe it.
To moisturize the skin
Apply Rosaliac UV Légère emulsion. It not only delicately moisturizes and softens the skin, but also strengthens the walls of blood vessels. Improving blood microcirculation can significantly reduce skin redness.
To enhance the protective function of the skin and eliminate temporary redness
use Rosaliac UV Riche cream. Its formula contains vitamins GG and PP, which effectively eliminate temporary redness and strengthen the walls of blood vessels.
The skin around the eyes is thinner and more delicate, so specialized products are needed to care for it. Get rid of rosacea around the eyes (effectively remove redness)
Toleriane Ultra Yeux care will help. The product will reduce the feeling of discomfort and reduce swelling of the skin under the eyes. With constant use, redness noticeably decreases, irritation and unpleasant swelling in the eyelid area disappear.
Treatment of rosacea in the salon
In the fight against spider veins on the face, three aesthetic tactics have proven themselves to be excellent, which can significantly minimize such a defect:
- Laser therapy:
a laser is applied to an area of skin, the site of exposure is heated to the required depth, the damaged capillary is “sealed” and smoothed. - Photorejuvenation:
a similar result is achieved through light exposure of the skin. - Ozone therapy:
according to the principle of mesotherapy, it involves the introduction under the skin of an ozone-oxygen mixture that destroys the damaged capillary, but has a beneficial effect on the circulatory system as a whole.
Home remedies
If laser treatment of broken vessels does not completely eliminate the problem, they need to be strengthened. To improve the condition and strength of the capillaries on the face, you can prepare masks at home.
Day mask
Take the following ingredients: Blueberry extract, mimosa, butcher's broom leaves, colgan rhizome, cypress seeds and grape oil. The components are taken in a 1:1 ratio. After preparation, lubricate your face with a mask, you can put a napkin on top, previously soaked in hot water. Wash off the mask and apply a special cream. The duration of therapy is two months.
Decoction
Choroid plexuses and asterisks on the face are removed by a compress of squeezed parsley juice with the addition of milk. Soak gauze in the solution and apply to the affected area for half an hour. It is advised to apply lotions every two days.
Night mask
Consists of saphora extract, dandelion root, calendula flowers, grape seed oil. Distribute the mask evenly over the entire surface of the face, blot off excess cream with a napkin.
Juice treatment
To cure rosacea, use fresh cabbage juice; it is rich in vitamins and minerals. Due to its bitterness, it is a little unpleasant; it can be diluted with carrot juice. You can use plum juice; it contains vitamin P, which strengthens blood vessels.
Medicinal herbs for rosacea include chamomile and calendula (marigold) flowers. These solutions are suitable for daily washing and wiping the skin of the face.
Aloe helps strengthen the vascular wall, you can also take the following infusion: Take a spoonful of chokeberry, two tablespoons of hawthorn (flowers) and mistletoe leaves. Place the ingredients in a thermos and pour boiling water. Take half a glass a day three times.
Treating the problem in a child is quite problematic, since children may be allergic to medicinal plants.
Is it possible to cure rosacea on the face with cream?
The answer is no.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to completely get rid of rosacea with the help of cosmetics, masks, folk remedies, exercises or self-massage - the dilated vessel will not disappear and will continue to show through under the skin. Dermatovenerologist Alexander Prokofiev, medical expert of the La Roche-Posay brand.
The spider veins are removed in the clinic using special equipment. Cosmetics can soothe sensitive skin, relieve redness, and prevent the appearance of new stars and the expansion of existing ones. Cosmetics only mask the manifestation of rosacea, improve microcirculation and prevent the situation from getting worse.
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How to choose a cream for skin with rosacea?
- Give preference to cosmetics labeled “for the care of skin prone to redness.”
- Nourish and moisturize the skin sufficiently (choose a cream with a moisturizing effect): dehydrated skin thins faster, the elasticity of the vascular wall decreases and its fragility increases.
- Look for peptides in the basis of anti-rosacea formulas - they restore blood vessels, normalizing their cellular metabolism.
- Choose pharmaceutical cosmetics: the active formulas of such products can solve several problems at the same time and are distinguished by a high content of active ingredients: vitamins and minerals, hyaluronic acid, enzymes, peptides, thermal water, natural antioxidant extracts.
- Among the entire range of pharmacy brands, French manufacturers of cosmetics stand out, the effectiveness of whose products is confirmed by quality certificates and approved by dermatologists and cosmetologists.
- At any time of the year, use a day cream with SPF of at least 30; during a beach holiday, use Sunscreen with maximum protection.
How to care for skin prone to rosacea: advice from a dermatologist
When caring for skin with visible spider veins, it is important to adhere to the following recommendations:
- Choose cosmetics with a hypoallergenic formula for reactive skin;
- Avoid using products with a thick, oily texture;
- Do not use aggressive products to deep cleanse the skin: hard scrubs and acid peels;
- Minimize temperature contrasts (do not overuse baths and saunas);
- Avoid excessive pressure on the skin and active facial massages;
- In sunny weather, do not forget to apply SPF protection.
Advantages of our clinic
MCC Galatea is an aesthetic, hardware, injection, laser cosmetology in Smolensk using premium class equipment. If you do not know how to solve a certain problem, what treatment is necessary for this, our professional cosmetologists will advise you individually.
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