The Best La Roche-Posay Products for Rosacea

Managing Rosacea can bring a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to finding suitable skincare products. La Roche-Posay has established itself as a reliable choice for individuals with rosacea, offering a range of solutions to help address symptoms. In this blog, we take a closer look at the standout La Roche-Posay Rosaliac range which are tailored to provide relief for Rosacea.

From calming formulations to scientifically backed solutions, we have compiled our top 3 La Roche-Posay products from the Rosaliac range that cater specifically to the needs of sensitive skin affected by rosacea.

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What is Rosacea and what does Rosacea look like?

Rosacea is a long-term skin condition that predominantly appears on the face, but it can also affect the neck and chest region.

It is characterised by reddened skin (also known as erythema), visible blood vessels on the surface (telangiectasis), acne (papules and pustules) and sebaceous hyperplasia (enlarged sebaceous glands due to an overproduction of oil-producing cells) which can give the skin a flushed appearance.

Rosacea can affect any age, from childhood onwards. Rosacea tends to affect women more commonly than men, with a prevalence of 5.41% compared to 3.9% in men.

Symptoms of Rosacea:

Signs of rosacea can include redness or blushing across the face. This includes the nose, cheeks, forehead, neck, and chest. This redness can appear and go away, usually lasting a brief period of a few minutes at a time. A warm, hot, or painful feeling may also accompany this.

Small, visible blood vessels can also appear on the skin contributing to overall redness. The skin may also appear puffy in the affected areas from inflammation. The skin may also become more sensitive and prone to burning, stinging, or itching sensations.

It is important to note that symptoms may vary, and the severity can also vary from mild to severe. Additionally, some individuals may have certain triggers which can exacerbate symptoms.

A summary of symptoms that individuals may experience with rosacea:

• Persistent facial redness
• Visible blood vessels
• Swelling and inflammation
• Acne-like bumps
• Eye irritation
• Sensitivity
• Flare-ups

What causes Rosacea?

The causes of rosacea are complex, often involving both genetic and environmental factors.

Redness can arise due to inflammation of the blood vessels within the skin. As the skin is constantly faced with external aggressors including UV radiation, pollution, temperature changes, stress and changes within our diet, the blood vessels in our body can become affected, face oxidative stress and weaken which can cause the skin to become inflamed.

Some causes of rosacea can include:

Genetics

Rosacea can run in families suggesting that there may be a genetic component to rosacea, but it is largely unclear. Genetic variations and abnormalities in the innate immune system may contribute to the development of rosacea and the vascular abnormalities which can be observed like flushing, redness, and visible blood vessels.

Inflammation:

Inflammation in rosacea is triggered by immune responses and vascular abnormalities, leading to symptoms like redness, swelling, and acne-like bumps. This inflammation can further weaken the skin barrier, exacerbating sensitivity and making the skin more prone to irritation and flare-ups.

Vascular abnormalities:

Vascular abnormalities in the blood vessels may contribute to symptoms such as flushing, persistent redness, and visible blood vessels (telangiectasia).

Environmental factors:

Environmental factors such as sunlight, temperature extremes, wind, spicy foods, alcohol, stress, and certain skincare products can trigger or exacerbate rosacea symptoms by promoting inflammation, vasodilation, and irritation in the skin.

These factors can lead to flushing, redness, swelling, and acne-like bumps characteristic of rosacea.

How can we Identify triggers of Rosacea?

• Sun exposure: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight can aggravate rosacea symptoms and lead to increased redness and flushing due to oxidative stress and potential blood vessel damage from the sun.
• Temperature extremes: Hot weather, cold weather, and sudden changes in temperature can trigger flushing, vasodilation and worsen rosacea symptoms.
• Spicy foods: Consuming spicy foods can cause flushing due to capsaicin (found in spicy foods) activating the TRPV1 receptor which can cause vasodilation of blood vessels.
• Stress: Emotional stress and anxiety can trigger flushing and worsen rosacea symptoms in susceptible individuals.
• Bacteria: Some studies suggest that certain strains of bacteria such as H. Pylori can have an involvement in the development of rosacea.
• Certain skincare products: Harsh or irritating skincare products, including certain cleansers, exfoliants, and cosmetics, can aggravate rosacea symptoms.
• Medications: Some medications, such as vasodilators and topical steroids, can exacerbate rosacea symptoms as a side effect.

Identifying and avoiding personal triggers can help individuals with rosacea manage their symptoms and reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups.

What is Rosacea Friendly Skincare?

When looking for skincare that is ideal for those with Rosacea, it is important to identify products that help to strengthen the skin barrier and protect sensitive skin whilst helping to neutralise redness and even out complexion. Soothing ingredients including Thermal Spring Water and Probiotic-derived fractions can help to repair the skin barrier whilst providing hydrating properties.

Finding products that won’t further irritate sensitive skin can be a challenge, and so it can be helpful to find skincare that is fragrance-free and that provides SPF protection. This can help to reduce inflammation and skin damage that can be caused from the sun.

La Roche-Posay Rosaliac Range for Rosacea

A range that can help with rosacea and skin redness is the Rosaliac range from La Roche-Posay. The Rosaliac range aims to balance and comfort the skin to avoid reactions. It can also be used to calm any pre-existing redness due to the inclusion of key ingredients like La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water and antioxidants.

The Rosaliac range is recommended by dermatologists and are clinically proven to instantly hydrate, soothe the skin and neutralise redness.

What is the best La Roche-Posay Products for Rosacea?

The Best La Roche-Posay Make-Up Remover for Rosacea-prone Skin:

The La Roche-Posay Toleriane Rosaliac Micellar Make-Up Removal Gel is a daily micellar cleansing solution which makes removal of makeup for the face and eyes simple.

It is formulated for those with sensitive and dry skin that is prone to redness and helps to soothe and cleanse the skin in a gentle way. This no rub formula contains no parabens or fragrance and is recommended by dermatologists to ensure that it is suitable for use on the most sensitive skin!

Enriched with La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water and Ambophenol, this 100% hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic formula is ultra soothing and helps to neutralise redness.

How do I use the La Roche-Posay Toleriane Rosaliac Micellar Make-Up Removal Gel:

Simply apply to the face using a cotton pad or your fingertips. Gently wipe off carefully, being particularly gentle around the delicate eye region.

The Best La Roche-Posay Moisturiser for Rosacea-prone Skin:

La Roche-Posay Rosaliac UV Riche is an anti-redness moisturiser that is suitable for sensitive, dry, and fragile skin. This moisturiser is formulated with a patented Mexoryl XL filter system to provide SPF15 and UVA protection as well as La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water to hydrate, comfort and reduce the appearance of redness on the skin.

This formula is paraben and fragrance free, 100% hypoallergenic, no-comedogenic and tested on sensitive skin.

How do I use the La Roche-Posay Rosaliac UV Riche Moisturiser:

This moisturiser can be applied to the whole face daily, avoiding the delicate eye contour region.

The Best La Roche-Posay SPF for Rosacea-prone Skin:

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Rosaliac AR SPF30 is a lightweight, green-tinted moisturiser that provides high UVA and UVB protection to help prevent redness that is UV-induced. The Toleriane Rosaliac AR Concentrate helps to soothe, hydrate, and neutralise redness on the skin using probiotic-derived fractions, glycerin and La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water to strengthen the skin barrier function.

How do I use the La Roche-Posay Toleriane Rosaliac AR SPF30:

This concentrate can be used daily, simply apply to the face and neck every morning, avoiding the eye contour area.

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By Saarah Mengrani, MSc Biotechnology