Rosacea

Though often misdiagnosed as acne, rosacea is, in fact, not acne.

Rosacea affects thousands of people in the U.S. alone, mostly those over the age of 30.

Controling this condition – which generally appears as a red rash confined to the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin – is for the experts. The redness is highly sensitive and often accompanied by bumps, pimples, and skin blemishes.

The reason Acne Rosacea is so commonly mistaken for acne, is due to those pimples and blemishes.

Furthermore the redness is also linked to the fact that blood vessels may become more visible on the skin.

Acne Rosacea has been shown to be more prevalent in women than in men. However when found in men the condition tends to be more severe.

If you are seeking treatment and you think it may actually be rosacea, you need to be aware that the treatments differ quite a bit from those used in the care of acne vulgaris. In extreme cases such as these, please check with your dermatologist or skin specialist before any treatment.