detecting rosacea characteristics in darker skin may lead to misdiagnosis or a delayed diagnosis.5-8,10,18,19,30 Delayed or inaccurate diagnosis may cause advanced disease, more significant morbidity, and disfigurement due to inadequate or late treatment.6,15,18,19 The use of suitable lighting, blanching of the skin, photography of the area against a dark blue background, and dermatoscopy may support accurate diagnosis (Fig 1).6,7,30
The Role of Moisturizers and Cleansers in Treating SOC Patients With Rosacea
Statement 4: Quality moisturizers may repair/maintain stratum corneum/barrier function, enhance skin hydration, reduce the likelihood of skin irritation, and can be used as adjuvants to other rosacea therapies. The use of some cleansers (e.g., those with harsh surfactants or those that raise skin pH) may not be suitable for rosacea patients. Combining appropriate skincare (gentle cleansers, moisturizers, and sunscreen) with prescription medications may improve rosacea management; however, skincare's role and beneficial ingredients for rosacea are not well defined and require more studies.
The Role of Moisturizers and Cleansers in Treating SOC Patients With Rosacea
Statement 4: Quality moisturizers may repair/maintain stratum corneum/barrier function, enhance skin hydration, reduce the likelihood of skin irritation, and can be used as adjuvants to other rosacea therapies. The use of some cleansers (e.g., those with harsh surfactants or those that raise skin pH) may not be suitable for rosacea patients. Combining appropriate skincare (gentle cleansers, moisturizers, and sunscreen) with prescription medications may improve rosacea management; however, skincare's role and beneficial ingredients for rosacea are not well defined and require more studies.
