Best Treatments for Rosacea
Ranked by 42 mentions across Reddit
Reddit’s top treatments for Rosacea
De La Cruz·Acne Spot Treatment
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Sulfur ointment makes a huge difference for papulopustular rosacea when applied as a thin layer three times a week at night.
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Community take
For rosacea, Redditors frequently recommend azelaic acid treatments, especially The Ordinary's 10% suspension, for calming redness and managing symptoms. Sulfur ointments and other treatments are also discussed but less commonly praised.
What works
- Azelaic acid treatments soothe redness and calm rosacea-prone skin
- Community members find The Ordinary's 10% azelaic acid effective and affordable
- Azelaic acid can be integrated into routines safely when not combined with irritants like retinol on the same day
Watch out for
- Some users experience increased sensitivity or irritation with azelaic acid
- The Ordinary's azelaic acid suspension can pill when layered under other products
- Azelaic acid may not help with pustular rosacea symptoms
The why
Ten percent concentration suits sensitive cheeks with bumps, calming redness and pustules with daily titration.
Cicaplast Gel B5 Skin Protectant
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Gel textures suit users wanting lightweight moisturizers alongside active treatments without clogging pores.
The why
Cream base with 15% concentration suits users applying it on dry, bare skin for visible redness reduction.
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
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Salicylic acid soothes sensitive skin prone to redness without causing burning or irritation.