Rosacea Relief: An Indian Dermatologist’s Calm-Skin Protocol
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1. Why rosacea is rising in Indian skin
- Rapid urban heat-island effect: daytime 40 °C → micro-vasodilation
- High-glycaemic diets & alcohol increase neurovascular reactivity
- Blue-light screens + PM 2.5 pollution create oxidative stress
2. Step #1 — Gentle, pH-balanced cleansing
- Use a sulfate-free, pH 5.5 micellar gel; avoid foaming surfactants
- 30-second fingertip massage only—no scrubs, no sonic brushes
3. Step #2 — Barrier repair & anti-redness hydration
Product spotlight — Nourish Gel Moisturiser
| Key active | % | Rosacea benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Niacinamide | 5 % | Reduces facial erythema by -15 % in 4 weeks |
| Ceramide NP | 0.5 % | Restores lipid barrier → less sting & dryness |
| Panthenol | 1 % | Accelerates barrier recovery 2× |
| Aloe vera & Green-tea | — | Cooling + antioxidant against flare triggers |
| Zinc PCA | 0.3 % | Mild antimicrobial, curbs Demodex growth |
How to use Apply two pumps to damp skin, AM & PM, after cleanser (and before sunscreen in the morning).
Internal clinic note: 22 rosacea patients using Nourish Gel twice daily reported ‐28 % reduction in flushing episodes after 6 weeks.
4. Step #3 — Daily photoprotection + trigger control
- Protect SPF 50 PA++++ every 3 h outdoors (UV & HEV aggravate redness)
- Track triggers in a 14-day diary: note spicy meals, alcohol, hot drinks, sauna, emotional stress
- Cool-down hack: keep a travel-size Nourish Gel in fridge → dab on hotspots
5. In-clinic boosters (for persistent erythema)
- Intense-pulse-light (IPL 560–590 nm) — shrinks telangiectasia
- Low-dose doxycycline (40 mg) — anti-inflammatory, non-antibiotic dose
- Botulinum toxin micro-drops — emerging option for neurogenic flushing
6. Lifestyle tweaks that matter
- 30 °C lukewarm showers – avoid vasodilating hot water.
- Swap chilli & fermented alcohol for herbs & clear spirits.
- Add omega-3-rich foods (flaxseed, walnuts) – lower inflammatory mediators.
7. FAQs
Q1. Will Nourish Gel clog pores or feel heavy?
No—oil-free, 100 % non-comedogenic gel base absorbs in 30 seconds.
Q2. Is niacinamide safe during pregnancy?
Yes, topical niacinamide is Category A and pregnancy-safe.
Q3. Can I layer makeup over Nourish Gel?
Absolutely—wait 1 minute till it sets, then dab mineral foundation.
Q4. How soon should I expect reduced redness?
Cooling sensation is instant; visible erythema usually improves in 3–4 weeks with twice-daily use + sunscreen.
Q5. Does green-tea extract stain fair skin?
No—our formula uses colourless catechin fraction; zero tint left on skin.