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Sharubina Karina Petrovna Trichologist, dermatovenerologist, cosmetologist
Publication date: November 16, 2021
Review date: November 02, 2021
Cuperosis is a condition characterized by impaired blood circulation in the upper layer of the skin. Blood stagnation leads to thinning of the capillary walls due to the heavy load on them. They become fragile and brittle. Capillaries may periodically burst, and the blood coming out of them will be noticeable under the skin. Most often, rosacea occurs on the forehead, wings of the nose, chin, and cheeks. It is usually accompanied by burning or itching of the skin.
In a more advanced stage, rosacea is characterized by the appearance of a vascular network (telangiectasia) that occurs in the area of capillary damage. Couperosis is the initial stage of circulatory disorders, and rosacea is already a chronic skin disease. 10 percent of our planet's population is affected by this disease. At the same time, the disease is much more common in women, although men are more likely to have complicated forms and rapid development of symptoms.
At the first signs of circulatory problems, you should immediately seek help from specialists. After all, treating the initial stages is always easier than the advanced ones.
Avdeyuk Elena Vladimirovna
Dermatovenerologist, cosmetologist
What is rosacea and the reasons for its appearance
Couperosis on the face
- This is a cosmetic defect that appears due to dilated blood vessels. They are visible through the skin and look like “stars” or “cobwebs” of capillaries.
Most often, rosacea occurs in the area of the cheeks, chin, and wings of the nose. Spider veins on the skin indicate fragility and weakness of blood vessels. Vessels that have lost their elasticity lose their ability to contract after exercise, and blood stagnates and expands. This type of imperfection occurs predominantly in those with low-pigmentation and thin skin of phototypes I and II.
According to their configuration, spider veins from rosacea are divided into:
- Arachnids
- Spot
- Linear
Stages of development of rosacea
Spider veins can appear at any age in both women and men. However, statistics show that this problem most often occurs in patients over 35 years of age.
Dermatologists distinguish 4 main stages of the manifestation of rosacea:
- Stage 1
- after a long stay in a hot environment with very dry air, irritation appears on the face. Several dilated capillaries appear on the skin. The problem is local. - Stage 2
- over time, adjacent dilated capillaries unite into one network, the vessels become more noticeable and acquire a pronounced shade. - Stage 3
- the network of blood vessels becomes more noticeable, the redness does not go away on its own and becomes permanent. - Stage 4
- the pathological process affects not only small vessels, but all vessels on the surface of the face. Due to massive capillary spasm, areas of local skin blanching appear, and the capillaries become as visible as possible.
Causes that provoke the appearance of rosacea
Cuperosis is caused by stagnation of blood in the vessels of the skin: the walls of stretched capillaries become thinner and appear on the surface of the skin as a vascular network.
As a result, this can cause increased skin sensitivity, dehydration, irritation, and peeling of tissues. Dermatovenerologist Alexander Prokofiev, medical expert of the La Roche-Posay brand.
The main factors for the appearance of rosacea on the face:
- Vitamin deficiency, namely lack of vitamins A, C;
- Thinning, weakening of the reactive epidermis;
- Taking certain hormonal medications;
- Hormonal fluctuations in the body (imbalance of estrogen and progesterone), for example, during pregnancy or menopause;
- Prolonged exposure to extremely high or low temperatures, for example, during hardening, overheating in the sun, in a bath, frostbite;
- High blood pressure;
- Bad habits (smoking, alcohol);
- Excessive insolation;
- Unbalanced diet: excessively spicy or salty foods are one of the factors that weaken blood vessels.
Broken capillaries: symptoms and diagnosis
Broken capillaries are easily visible on your skin. Symptoms include:
- Thin, thread-like lines
- A web-like network of red lines
- May be reddish, purple or bluish
- May cause itching and pain
- Measurements between 1-3mm
- Commonly found on the chin, nose, cheeks
Red thread-like patterns on the surface of the skin make this condition easy to diagnose. However, doctors may also perform clinical tests to determine if any underlying health condition is causing the broken capillaries. They can carry out the following tests:
- CT scan
- MRI
- X-rays
- Liver function tests
- Analyzes
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They may also carry out other relevant tests to identify any abnormalities. Depending on the diagnosis, they will treat your condition.
How to get rid of rosacea on the face using cosmetics?
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to get rid of spider veins on your face with the help of cosmetics alone – noticeable dilated blood vessels can be minimized only in combination with salon aesthetic procedures. To prevent the recurrence of spider veins, it is important to properly formulate a beauty routine and use cosmetics for hypersensitive skin.
Depending on the root cause of blood stagnation, medications, vitamin and mineral complexes and supplements may also be prescribed to combat rosacea.
To effectively care for rosacea-prone skin, use cosmetics that:
- Reduce irritation and soothe the epidermis
- Reduces skin sensitivity
- Strengthens capillary walls
Avoid abrasive products in favor of soft gommages and peels. Look for soothing components in the formulas of anti-rosacea products: rose water, essential oils, horse chestnut extract, vitamins A, C, E, K, R. The following components will help relieve skin irritation: panthenol, plant extracts, allantoin.
If you need to quickly remove rosacea on your face
, then use foundation for sensitive skin. For example, hypoallergenic foundation Rosaliac CC Crème. Its formula is specially designed for skin prone to redness and rosacea. The product will instantly disguise spider veins, and the ambophenol in the composition will help reduce skin redness.
To cleanse skin with rosacea
use gentle cleansers. For example, Rosaliac Gel micellar gel. It will effectively remove makeup, cleanse sensitive skin of impurities and soothe it.
To moisturize the skin
Apply Rosaliac UV Légère emulsion. It not only delicately moisturizes and softens the skin, but also strengthens the walls of blood vessels. Improving blood microcirculation can significantly reduce skin redness.
To enhance the protective function of the skin and eliminate temporary redness
use Rosaliac UV Riche cream. Its formula contains vitamins GG and PP, which effectively eliminate temporary redness and strengthen the walls of blood vessels.
The skin around the eyes is thinner and more delicate, so specialized products are needed to care for it. Get rid of rosacea around the eyes (effectively remove redness)
Toleriane Ultra Yeux care will help. The product will reduce the feeling of discomfort and reduce swelling of the skin under the eyes. With constant use, redness noticeably decreases, irritation and unpleasant swelling in the eyelid area disappear.
Treatment of rosacea in the salon
In the fight against spider veins on the face, three aesthetic tactics have proven themselves to be excellent, which can significantly minimize such a defect:
- Laser therapy:
a laser is applied to an area of skin, the site of exposure is heated to the required depth, the damaged capillary is “sealed” and smoothed. - Photorejuvenation:
a similar result is achieved through light exposure of the skin. - Ozone therapy:
according to the principle of mesotherapy, it involves the introduction under the skin of an ozone-oxygen mixture that destroys the damaged capillary, but has a beneficial effect on the circulatory system as a whole.
Disease prevention
A person suffering from dilation of blood vessels and capillaries on the face must take preventive measures to eliminate the defect. To get started you need:
- Eat properly and balanced.
- Give up bad habits.
- Visit the solarium less and stay under the scorching sun for a long time.
Not recommended:
- the use of scrubs and peels, as they scratch the surface layer of the skin,
- lotions that contain alcohol, this additionally dries out the skin,
- cream containing honey and menthol.
Is it possible to cure rosacea on the face with cream?
The answer is no.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to completely get rid of rosacea with the help of cosmetics, masks, folk remedies, exercises or self-massage - the dilated vessel will not disappear and will continue to show through under the skin. Dermatovenerologist Alexander Prokofiev, medical expert of the La Roche-Posay brand.
The spider veins are removed in the clinic using special equipment. Cosmetics can soothe sensitive skin, relieve redness, and prevent the appearance of new stars and the expansion of existing ones. Cosmetics only mask the manifestation of rosacea, improve microcirculation and prevent the situation from getting worse.
How to choose a cream for skin with rosacea?
- Give preference to cosmetics labeled “for the care of skin prone to redness.”
- Nourish and moisturize the skin sufficiently (choose a cream with a moisturizing effect): dehydrated skin thins faster, the elasticity of the vascular wall decreases and its fragility increases.
- Look for peptides in the basis of anti-rosacea formulas - they restore blood vessels, normalizing their cellular metabolism.
- Choose pharmaceutical cosmetics: the active formulas of such products can solve several problems at the same time and are distinguished by a high content of active ingredients: vitamins and minerals, hyaluronic acid, enzymes, peptides, thermal water, natural antioxidant extracts.
- Among the entire range of pharmacy brands, French manufacturers of cosmetics stand out, the effectiveness of whose products is confirmed by quality certificates and approved by dermatologists and cosmetologists.
- At any time of the year, use a day cream with SPF of at least 30; during a beach holiday, use Sunscreen with maximum protection.
How to care for skin prone to rosacea: advice from a dermatologist
When caring for skin with visible spider veins, it is important to adhere to the following recommendations:
- Choose cosmetics with a hypoallergenic formula for reactive skin;
- Avoid using products with a thick, oily texture;
- Do not use aggressive products to deep cleanse the skin: hard scrubs and acid peels;
- Minimize temperature contrasts (do not overuse baths and saunas);
- Avoid excessive pressure on the skin and active facial massages;
- In sunny weather, do not forget to apply SPF protection.
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