REDNESS - SYMPTOMS, TRIGGERS & TREATMENTS

Skin redness is something we all experience in one form or another throughout our lives, and it can be caused by many different things. It doesn’t just affect us on the surface but can also have serious implications for mental health. Identifying your triggers is the first step in finding the best treatment to get your stressed skin under control. Here are just some common issues that can contribute to your redness flare-ups:

ROSACEA & COUPEROSE – This is a long-term skin condition caused by enlarged blood vessels in the face, which results in reddened skin. The root cause is unknown, but common triggers include exercise, sun exposure, spicy food, and alcohol. In some cases, it can even cause burst capillaries or spider veins to appear. Using anti-inflammatory skincare products will help you calm the storm in your skin and alleviate your redness.

BLEMISHES – We all know those unwelcome blemishes that crop up on our faces from time to time. They are caused by excess oils, dead skin cells, and bacteria causing inflammation in the skin, which results in red, painful bumps on the surface. Cleansing your skin twice daily can help keep pores clear, reducing the risk of acne and blemishes from forming. In some more severe cases, medication may be needed to clear up the skin, so speak to a professional aesthetician or a GP if you are concerned.

IRRITATION AND ALLERGIES – Do you suffer from sensitive skin? Your skin can become red and itchy when it comes into contact with certain irritants. This can include clothes, detergents, toiletries, and skincare products. In extreme cases, this can present as an allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis) which causes hives, itchiness, dry skin, and blisters. If you have noticed a breakout, try to keep a log of what products you have used recently so you can identify your own individual triggers.

MEDICATION – If you have recently started a new course of treatment and notice an unwelcome change in your skin, your medication could be the cause. Antibiotics, steroids, and other medical treatments can cause redness through allergic reactions, side effects, or hypersensitivity. Speak to your GP about any concerns you have regarding your medication's effects on your skin—they may be able to suggest an alternative for you to try.

SUN EXPOSURE – We all know that sun protection is extremely important if we want to avoid skin damage and sunburn. Protecting the skin from UV rays can prevent redness and also prevent more serious conditions such as melanoma from forming. Some people suffer from redness and feelings of heat because of heat. So, even if you have a thick layer of sunscreen on, the sunny weather can affect your skin. Keep your skin cool and apply sunscreen to avoid unwanted sensations of heat and inflammation.

Ready to put an end to redness? The Anti-Redness range features naturally active ingredients that target the causes of redness in the skin, while pre-biotic ingredients nourish the microbiome to maintain the long-term health of your skin. Chicory root extract (inulin) is a powerful pre-biotic ingredient that feeds the good bacteria in the microbiome, outcompeting the bad bacteria and rebalancing the skin’s protective microbiome barrier.