Makeup Tips to Concealing Rosacea & Redness

Rosacea is a skin condition that affects a large percentage of people worldwide. Although it is very common, its cause is unknown and any cure has yet to be discovered. Symptoms of rosacea include redness of the face - mostly the cheeks, chin, nose and forehead - visible blood vessels in the face, pimples or bumps on the face and watery or irritated eyes. Case studies of rosacea have proven that nearly 70 percent of rosacea sufferers say this condition has lowered their self-esteem. Another 40 percent of sufferers stated that rosacea and its symptoms have lead to them avoiding public contact and social gatherings. Rosacea sufferers can avoid becoming one of these statistics by learning some tricks and tips to conceal and camouflage rosacea and the redness associated with it.

Obviously the correct skin care products are going to eliminate rosacea symptoms; however a quick makeup application is very useful to ensuring limited redness and a chance to go out in public worry free.

After applying your daily skin care regimen, such as products made by Rosacea Care, try applying a primer with a pale yellow base color. I recommend Colorescience Line Tamer, a smoothing, soothing skin brightener. Application can be done all over the face or in areas of concern only. Next apply Colorescience Corrector w/ Brush – Yellow Rose of Texas. This mineral powder contains a yellow base, which neutralizes red undertones, and provides your skin with SPF 20, perfect for reducing rosacea breakouts. Next you should apply your color matched foundation. I recommend a color that does not contain red undertones, as this is exactly what you are trying to eliminate. Regular makeup application should follow these easy steps. A quick tip: avoid blush. Generally rosacea causes the rosy cheek look so you won’t need it.

Although there is still not a known cure for rosacea, a simple routine such as this will allow you to cope with rosacea and not feel embarrassed when out in public.