Treat Yourself: Tips and Tricks for Managing Rosacea and Psoriasis

Our round-up of the best ways to manage some serious skin issues. While some of us are blessed with the perfect skin and a glowing complexion, not all of us count ourselves lucky. Rosacea and psoriasis are two common, unrelenting skin conditions that affect over 7.5 million people in the United States alone, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. The good news is that both psoriasis and rosacea can be treated and managed with the help of medicine, skincare products, and even lifestyle changes. Read below to discover a few different ways to help calm down your red, irritated skin for good.  

What are Rosacea and Psoriasis?

People with psoriasis know that it's more than "just a skin condition." The chronic autoimmune disease causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin, leaving red, inflamed, scaly patches. The patches can be itchy and sore, and sometimes they even crack and bleed. While it isn’t 100% curable, it is treatable with the right medicine and products that can make a big difference in a sufferer’s quality of life. Rosacea, on the other hand, is known for causing redness, acne, and irritated skin. It can be aggravated by a number of environmental factors as well, such as diet, alcohol, and stress. Depending on the severity of rosacea, there are a range of ways to help calm it down. 

Lifestyle Changes

A few small changes to your daily habits can make a world of difference in your skin. Try figuring out what triggers your flare-ups, whether that be a certain type of food or stress, and work towards managing this trigger. For example, practicing meditation or even giving yourself a gentle facial massage each day can help significantly reduce stress. In the long term, try making the switch to non-toxic cosmetics, free of harsh chemicals and dyes that might irritate your skin.

Medication

This may be the obvious, but most effective route for many suffering from rosacea or psoriasis. Depending on the severity of your condition, your dermatologist may recommend any number of prescription medications to treat your condition.

LED Light Therapy

If you’re looking for a gentle at-home or outpatient treatment to help your skin, LED light therapy is known to help with redness. With a range of skincare products on the shelves that feature LED light therapy, there’s no harm in trying this noninvasive and painless solution. FOREO’s latest innovation, UFO, is a smart mask that contains three types of LED lights that offer a range of skincare treatments in only 90 seconds!   Disclaimer: The information on this website and any related links are for general informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Do not use the information on this website to diagnose or treat any medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, contact a professional healthcare provider.