Rosacea can feel like your skin is constantly throwing a temper tantrum. 😡 The redness, bumps, and sensitivity — it’s enough to make you question everything you put on your face.
To find the right products for rosacea, you’ll have to get to know your skin’s triggers, and which ingredients soothe and support — not irritate and aggravate.
Everyone deserves to feel confident in their skin. Our Climate-Smart® skincare combines a deep understanding of sensitive skin with trusted ingredients that truly make a difference in calming and soothing rosacea-prone skin.
Today, we take a closer look at what rosacea is, our favorite products to restore balance, and ingredients to dodge on your journey to the skin you love. 💗
What is Rosacea?
Rosacea is more than rosy cheeks and a chronic flush. This chronic inflammatory condition occurs through persistent redness, bumps, and visible blood vessels. It also makes your complexion more delicate and reactive, increasing your risk of irritation.
You’re not alone in your struggle, either. According to the National Rosacea Society, at least 16 million Americans are right there with you [1].
So, what triggers rosacea in so many?
Causes of Rosacea
Experts are still studying the exact cause of rosacea, but they’ve zeroed in on a few factors that likely contribute to its development:
- Genetics: Have a close relative with rosacea? You might be more likely to experience it yourself [2].
- Immune system dysfunction: An overactive immune system could prompt inflammation and invite rosacea redness and bumps [3].
- Environmental factors: Exposure to sunlight, wind, and extreme temperatures can all potentially trigger a rosacea flare-up [4, 5].
- Demodex mites: These microscopic mites live on everyone's skin, but some have more than others, which could contribute to inflammation [6].
- Bacteria: Some studies suggest a link between rosacea and infection with the H. pylori bacteria, commonly occurring in the gut [7].
- Cathelicidin protein malfunction: This protein helps protect your skin from infection. In those with rosacea, however, it could malfunction, causing inflammation and other symptoms [8].
Your skin barrier (the stratum corneum), can be a battleground for this inflammatory condition. It can create weakened defenses against allergies, microbial imbalances, increased transepidermal water loss, and heightened skin sensitivity.
The good news? The more you know about rosacea, the better you can care for it.
Top 5 Ingredients and Products for Rosacea
Ready to stop letting rosacea dim your sparkle? ✨
We’ve handpicked 5 products to soothe your symptoms and keep you feeling beautiful and balanced every step of your routine.
Up first: the best face wash for rosacea.
1. Clarifying Polish
Say goodbye to rough patches and hello to a healthy glow with our Clarifying Polish.
Tiny sugar crystals buff away texture without irritation while nourishing ingredients soothe and pamper sensitive skin.
2. Hydrating Balancer
Pour Moi’s Hydrating Balancer is a godsend for rosacea-prone skin, especially in humid climates. 💦
This alcohol-free liquid moisturizer soothes and hydrates while balancing your skin's pH, reducing redness and irritation without disrupting its delicate moisture barrier.
3. Climate-Smart® Serums
Serums pack a punch for targeting skin concerns. However, when it comes to rosacea, picking the right one can be tricky.
Since climate is a major trigger for flare-ups, it’s crucial to choose a formula tailored to your unique environment. Here’s what we recommend:
- White Serum: This lightweight serum brightens and hydrates while balancing redness and uneven skin tone in mild climates.
- Blue Serum: This lightweight serum balances oil, calms inflammation, and helps fight breakouts, keeping skin clear and comfortable in humid areas.
- Smoke Alarm Drops: Live somewhere prone to wildfires or in a smoky indoor environment? These drops create a protective shield against smoke and pollution, keeping irritation and inflammation at bay.
4. Climate-Smart® Day Cream
Imagine slathering on a thick, heavy cream in hot and humid Miami 🥵 — recipe for disaster, right?
Just like serums, the ideal moisturizer for rosacea should match your climate. Our Climate-Smart® Day Creams do just that, offering tailored hydration and protection so your skin stays balanced and happy, come rain or shine.
Pro tip: In the evenings, reach for Pour Moi’s Night Cream to support your skin’s p.m. rejuvenation. 😴
5. Anti-Aging Body Cream
Rosacea doesn’t just affect the face; it can appear on other parts of the body, too. That’s why we developed a product to target flare-ups everywhere below your décolletage.
The hydrating, barrier-strengthening ingredients like shea butter and squalane in our Anti-Aging Body Cream soothe rosacea beyond your face. Its anti-inflammatory properties calm redness and irritation, while anti-aging ingredients stimulate collagen and elastin production.
Oh, and did we mention it adapts to your climate? 🌥️
Ingredients to Avoid with Rosacea
Soothing rosacea isn’t just about using the right products — you’ve got to be mindful of what to keep off your skin, too.
Here are some common irritants to avoid:
- Astringents: Alcohol, witch hazel, and heavy fragrances can dry out and irritate sensitive skin, triggering rosacea flare-ups.
- Chemical sunscreens: Chemical sunscreens absorb UV rays and convert them into heat, exasperating rosacea symptoms. That’s why the best sunscreen for rosacea is often mineral-based.
- Harsh exfoliants: Scrubs with large particles or high concentrations of AHAs/BHAs can irritate and damage the skin barrier [9].
- Certain actives: Retinol and rosacea don’t always mix. The same goes for other active ingredients, like salicylic acid or sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) [10, 11].
Ultimately, rosacea triggers can vary from person to person. Our advice? Be cautious with anything new, and always patch-test first.
Conclusion: Choose Radiance Over Redness with Pour Moi Skincare
Rosacea may be a chapter in your skin's journey, but it doesn't have to be the whole story.
With the right knowledge and products for rosacea, you can rewrite the narrative and reveal a complexion that radiates from within — just like you do. 🌟
Our Climate-Smart® skincare is here to support you every step of the way, offering personalized solutions that adapt to your skin's needs and environment.
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References
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[2] It’s a Sign: Rosacea in One Family Member May Mean Others Are Affected. Rosacea.org. Published May 17, 2022. Accessed October 1, 2024.
[3] Understanding Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, More. Healthline.
[4] Morgado‐Carrasco D, Granger C, Trullas C, Piquero‐Casals J. Impact of ultraviolet radiation and exposome on rosacea: Key role of photoprotection in optimizing treatment. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. 2021;20(11).
[5] He A, Grandhi R, Kwatra SG. Rosacea and Rate of Temperature Change: Examining Real-Time Data from 2004 to 2016. Ann Dermatol. 2018;30(6):739-741. doi:10.5021/ad.2018.30.6.739
[6] Bonnar E, Eustace P, Powell FC. The Demodex mite population in rosacea. J Am Acad Dermatol. 1993 Mar;28(3):443-8. doi: 10.1016/0190-9622(93)70065-2. PMID: 8445060.
[7] Yang X. Relationship between Helicobacter pylori and Rosacea: review and discussion. BMC Infectious Diseases. 2018;18.
[8] Thibaut de Ménonville S, Rosignoli C, Soares E, et al. Topical Treatment of Rosacea with Ivermectin Inhibits Gene Expression of Cathelicidin Innate Immune Mediators, LL-37 and KLK5, in Reconstructed and Ex Vivo Skin Models. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb). 2017;7(2):213-225. doi:10.1007/s13555-017-0176-3
[9] Oliveira CMM de, Almeida LMC, Bonamigo RR, Lima CWG de, Bagatin E. Consensus on the therapeutic management of rosacea – Brazilian Society of Dermatology. Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia. 2020;95:53-69.
[10] Curology Team. Can you treat rosacea with salicylic acid? What you need to know. Curology. Published January 22, 2024.
[11] Darlenski R, Kazandjieva J, Tsankov N, Fluhr JW. Acute irritant threshold correlates with barrier function, skin hydration and contact hypersensitivity in atopic dermatitis and rosacea. Experimental Dermatology. 2013;22(11):752-753.