facial Skin Redness

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Facial redness is a common skin concern in Sydney, often presenting as generalised flushing, patchy red areas, or visible blood vessels. Causes range from chronic skin conditions like rosacea to benign vascular lesions and sun damage. Accurate diagnosis by a dermatologist is essential to ensure safe, effective treatment for red skin.

 

Generalised Facial Erythema

Generalised redness is typically due to dilation of superficial blood vessels or increased skin sensitivity. Common triggers and causes include:

  • Rosacea

  • Chronic sun damage

  • Photosensitivity disorders

  • Seborrhoeic dermatitis

  • Contact dermatitis

  • Medications or topical irritants

Chronic redness often reflects underlying inflammation, long-term sun exposure, or changes in the skin’s vascular system.

rosacea

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory and vascular skin disorder, most often affecting the central face (nose, cheeks, chin, and forehead). Subtypes include:

  • Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea: persistent redness and visible blood vessels

  • Papulopustular rosacea: redness with bumps or pimples

  • Phymatous rosacea: thickened skin, often on the nose (rhinophyma)

  • Ocular rosacea: eye involvement

Causes:

Rosacea is driven by immune changes, vascular instability, and environmental triggers like heat, spicy foods, alcohol, UV exposure, and stress.

Treatment Options:

  • Trigger avoidance (lifestyle and skincare adjustments)

  • Topical agents (metronidazole, azelaic acid, brimonidine)

  • Oral medications (doxycycline, low-dose isotretinoin in select cases)

  • Vascular laser therapy (V-Beam Laser, Nd:YAG, or BBL) to reduce redness and visible vessels

Why Choose Dr Liz? 

Dr Liz is one of the most sort after Dermatologists, renowned in the industry for her skills in laser treatments. As well as being a highly qualified Doctor she also educates and mentors other Doctors. She is often called upon to speak about her knowledge and techniques in using laser treatments and how this results in natural youthful looking skin. Dr Liz uses the most up-to-date, advanced, safe and effective technology and products to best suit your needs.  

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This page is for general information only and does not replace individual medical advice. For personalised care, please book a consultation.