Rosacea Treatment
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes facial redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes acne-like bumps — often mistaken for regular acne or sun sensitivity. Our dermatology professionals diagnose the specific type of rosacea you have and build a treatment plan to calm flares and reduce visible redness over time.
Treatment at a Glance
Rosacea Treatment
16M
Americans with rosacea
30s–50s
Most common age of onset
Not Just Acne
Why Rosacea Gets Misdiagnosed
Rosacea is frequently mistaken for acne, an allergic reaction, or simply sensitive skin — but treating it like acne can actually make it worse. True rosacea centers on persistent facial redness and flushing, often with visible small blood vessels, and in some patients, red bumps or pimple-like breakouts. A dermatology professional can tell the difference and treat the condition that's actually present.
Treatment Options
Calming Flares and Reducing Redness
Treatment typically combines topical medications (metronidazole, azelaic acid, ivermectin), oral antibiotics for inflammatory flares, and laser or light-based therapy to reduce the appearance of visible blood vessels. Identifying and managing personal triggers — sun exposure, heat, spicy food, alcohol, and stress are common ones — is a key part of long-term control.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is rosacea the same as acne?
What triggers rosacea flare-ups?
Can rosacea be cured?
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