Rosacea is like an unpleasant memory that never really goes away. You could be doing fine for hours, just going about your day without thinking about it, and a person trying to be “helpful” points out the “rash” on your face, hands or other part of your body – as if you weren’t fully aware of it. The embarrassment causes you to flush further, making the redness and bumps more noticeable. It is in many ways worse than acne because acne often goes away. Left untreated, rosacea will plague you forever – which is why Dr. Arsenault recommends you consider all of your treatment options.
Rosacea and Natural Treatment Options
When your skin is sensitive enough to plague you with rosacea, it makes sense that you’d look for non-invasive and natural ways to fight it so you don’t irritate your skin with chemical concoctions. The most effective way to fight outbreaks naturally is through changing the behaviors that exacerbate the condition. To do so:
- Meet with Dr. Arsenault so she can diagnose the condition. Some people confuse this condition with psoriasis, rashes, allergies and other problems, so you want to make sure rosacea is what you’re actually dealing with;
- Keep track of what you eat and what you do for several weeks. Take note of the days during which rosacea appeared or got worse;
- Watch for common triggers of outbreaks, including hot, cold or humid weather, eating spicy foods, ingesting hot (temperature) foods and beverages, taking hot baths and showers, sitting in saunas and sweating during physical activities;
- Adjust your behavior accordingly, avoiding your personal triggers whenever possible;
- Eat a balanced diet including fruits and vegetables.
Once an outbreak occurs, you might try using some natural treatments Dr. Arsenault recommends, such as green tea or chamomile tea applications and ointments made of diluted white vinegar. However, you must see her first, as the wrong treatment could irritate your already-irritated skin.
Other Non-Invasive Ways to Treat Rosacea
Dr. Arsenault has fast-acting treatments to fight rosacea flare-ups, including prescription medications and creams and laser treatments. There’s no reason to suffer from itchy, dry uncomfortable skin. Adjusting your behavior and seeing Dr. Arsenault on a regular basis will prove your best defense against embarrassing rosacea outbreaks.
Your Natural Rosacea Treatment Options in Florida
Rosacea worsens in many of its sufferers in hot temperatures and humid air, so living in Florida can make it difficult to treat. Before you treat yourself with natural options, though, visit Dr. Arsenault at either of her Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch locations. She’ll discuss the safety and effectiveness of natural treatments and offer her own non-invasive options.
Can’t make it in person to see Dr. Arsenault? Schedule an appointment through her teledermatology services so you can squeeze in a consultation on the go. She can diagnose the condition through video and follow up with you on treatments without you ever having to stop by in person.
