Red Face Treatment

Overview

Why do our faces turn red?

The reason for the red face is the enlargement of the veins on the face. Especially alcohol, hot and spicy foods, consuming too much hot drink, cold or hot weather, exercise, emotional state increase the redness of the face. People with fair skin and colored eyes also tend to have a redder face.

Is a red face a sign of sickness?

Many skin diseases can make the face red, such as eczema, psoriasis, lupus. Especially in people diagnosed with acne rosacea, the face is redder than normal individuals, and this is permanent. Systemic diseases such as carcinoid syndrome or polycythemia may also cause facial flushing. It is necessary to determine the cause of the red face and make the treatment according to the cause.

Can the redness on the face go away with laser?

People with permanent facial redness benefit from laser treatment. For this purpose, intense pulse light (IPL), proyellow laser can be used. Especially people diagnosed with acne rosacea should use other recommended treatments regularly (such as sunscreen, topical antibiotics). After laser treatment, an increase in redness and edema may occur for a few days.

How many sessions of red face treatment?

The number of sessions varies according to the severity of the complaint. Treatment can be continued for 4x6 sessions with an interval of 15-20 days. Then it would be appropriate to apply treatment several times a year in order to prevent the increase.