Clinical Rosacea Facial

Rosacea is a common skin condition characterised by facial flushing, skin hyper-sensitivity, persistent redness, broken capillaries, papules and pustules. In more advanced rosacea, symptoms can extend to tissue distortion and it can even affect the eyes.

Rosacea is categorised into four stages and is a progressive condition that predominantly affects the nose, cheeks, forehead and chin. The cause of rosacea is largely unknown, but a genetic predisposition is often at the root of development. Exposure to the sun on sensitive skin types is thought to be the number one catalyst for the condition.

Rosacea generally affects those aged between 30 and 60 and is more common in those with fair skin, blue eyes and of Celtic origin. Affecting both sexes, it is three times more common in women than in men, although men suffer with more severe symptoms. Characterised by remissions and relapses, rosacea is exacerbated by ‘triggers’ – the most common being environmental, emotional and dietary.

Rosacea is currently not considered as a curable condition. Whilst it cannot be cured, it can usually be controlled with the removal of known triggers, scientifically-proven skincare, regular clinical treatments and, if necessary, medication.

The Clinical Rosacea facial begins with a thorough skin analysis and consultation, concentrating on helping you understand what is contributing to your rosacea so that it can be treated appropriately. We focus on defining individual rosacea triggers and advising on a treatment and skincare programme that helps to reach the ultimate goal of clearer, calmer skin.

After determining the stage of your rosacea, the treatment is then designed specifically for you, choosing from a host of the latest advanced techniques, superficial skin peels and clinical cosmeceutical products. The amount of inflammation present and the strength of your skin’s barrier determines the approach that is taken when designing your treatment.

Special attention is placed on a detoxifying lymphatic drainage massage, which helps to transport away toxins and bacteria, reduce lymph fluid congestion and regenerate the damaged tissue. This prevents the rosacea progressing to the latter stages. If necessary, comedones are thoroughly extracted and blue or red LED light may be used to help clear existing breakout whilst minimising inflammation. The skin is left feeling calmer, more hydrated and less puffy.

The Clinical Rosacea facial is individual to you and may differ with each subsequent appointment depending on your concerns and your skin’s health.

Long term results and skin maintenance are achieved by continued regular advanced clinical treatments accompanied by a preventative, corrective and protective homecare programme.

There is no downtime after the Clinical Rosacea facial. Normal activities can be resumed immediately.