What is Rosacea?
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that causes redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes acne-like bumps, primarily on the face. It often starts with frequent flushing and can lead to persistent redness, thickened skin, and, in severe cases, an enlarged nose.
Though its exact cause is unclear, rosacea is thought to result from a mix of genetic and environmental factors. While it isn’t curable, it can be managed with treatment and proper skincare.
Common Symptoms:
Persistent redness, typically on the cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead, may occur, along with small broken blood vessels, papules, pustules, flaking, and dryness.
Individuals may also experience frequent blushing, as well as burning, stinging, and tingling sensations.
Common Triggers of Rosacea
Common triggers of rosacea include heat, extreme weather conditions like strong winds and harsh UV, spicy foods, alcohol, coffee, hot showers, heat-based exercise, exfoliating skincare ingredients, and menthol. If you notice significant skin flushing after activities like exercising, taking a hot shower, or drinking wine, it could be a sign of rosacea.
This frustrating occurrences is very common, and can be managed efficiently and painlessly using a combination of this cutting-edge laser technology, as well as a few simple steps at home using your prescribed skincare products.
What can I do at home to manage my Rosacea?
When treating rosacea, it is important to invest in medical-grade skincare as it is specifically formulated to be gentle and effective for sensitive skin, which is common in rosacea sufferers. These products are often free from harsh chemicals, fragrances, or irritants that could worsen the condition.
Dermaviduals is our most loved brand for treating rosacea. It is gentle and calming on the skin and provides a great reduction in inflammation associated with rosacea.
It is also extremely important to ensure you are wearing an SPF 50+ everyday.
Physical SPF is essential for rosacea sufferers because it protects sensitive skin from UV rays without irritation.
Unlike chemical sunscreens, physical sunscreens reflect UV light and help prevent flare-ups, redness, and inflammation caused by sun exposure.
We highly recommend the Airyday Mineral Mousse SPF50+ or Airyday Pretty in Zinc SPF50+.
What are my treatment options?
Vascular Laser treatments combined with Genesis and LED therapy are ideal for rosacea clients!
Using our Excel-V+ Laser, we recommend at least 3 treatments spaced 4 weeks apart for noticeable redness reduction.
Treatments can include:
- Vascular Laser Half Face: Targets redness and vessels on cheeks, followed by Laser Genesis for collagen stimulation and hydration.
- Vascular Laser Full Face: Treats redness and vessels across the full face with Diffused Redness and Laser Genesis.
- Laser Genesis: Stimulates collagen, reduces redness, and improves skin texture and hydration.
- LED Light Therapy: Enhances results or used during warmer months when Diffused Redness setting is unsuitable due to heat or sun exposure.
During consultation, our practitioners will walk you through the necessary preparation, as well as the treatment process, and all after-care required to ensure optimal results with little to no downtime. As with many other laser procedures, multiple sessions may be required to achieve the desired results, and our staff are able to tailor a unique treatment package just for you, to maximise cost effectiveness and also include the necessary at-home skin preparation that may be required to ensure safety and avoid adverse reactions.
Price List:
Redness & Rosacea Laser Treatment
Vascular Laser Half Face (Laser Genesis Included): $349
Vascular Laser Full (Laser Genesis Included): $389
The first step towards redness reduction and management of Rosacea
Broken Capillaries & Vascular Spot Correction
From $109
Consultation required for treatment plan and proposed number of sessions
Laser Genesis
Laser Genesis Facial: $299
Laser Genesis (Add on to any skin treatment): $159
Packages of 3 or more sessions available
As with many other laser procedures, multiple sessions may be required to achieve the desired results. Our staff will tailor a unique treatment package suitable to your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the treatment work?
One of our highly trained and qualified technicians uses our gold-standard Cutera Excel-V+ Laser to treat the target area. When the laser light passes down through the skin, it targets the blood vessels and coagulates them, making them irreparable. With the vessel being beyond repair, the body breaks them down and disperses them throughout the lymphatic system. This can take up to two weeks for this process to happen.
What can I do for best results?
The best results are obtained with two weeks of careful skin preparation of sun protection and hydration, and with the cessation of retinol application three days prior to treatment. After your treatment, continue to avoid sun exposure and exercise for at least 24 hours.
What is the downtime after treatment?
Depending on what settings are used and which areas are treated, you may experience some slight swelling, pin point bruising and facial redness that can last for up to 24-48 hours. Your treating clinician will go through your specific aftercare requirements and possible downtime before your laser treatment commences.
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