La Roche Posay Cicaplast Gel B5,40ml

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However, before you feel completely defeated, know that proper maintenance can help you keep your rosacea under control and prevent flare-ups and symptoms. Sulfur can also help reduce the redness and swelling that comes with rosacea, as it’s a natural anti-inflammatory agent.

The symptoms typically come and go, with many people reporting that certain factors, such as spending time in the sun, eating spicy foods, drinking alcohol, or experiencing emotional stress, bring them on.

All of these properties make niacinamide an excellent ingredient for those dealing with rosacea, as it can help soothe the symptoms and calm the skin. Certain foods and drinks can trigger inflammation and worsen rosacea symptoms, so it’s important to be aware of these triggers and avoid them. This is probably one of the best ways to help control rosacea symptoms, as what you eat can significantly impact your skin. Sulfur is a natural element and has long been used to treat acne and other skin conditions. It works by helping the skin shed dead skin cells, unclog pores, and absorb excess oil.

La Roche-Posay’s Cicaplast Baume B5 is a multi-purpose balm that can be used for various skin conditions, including rosacea. Additionally, antibiotics are notorious for causing gut issues and yeast infections due to the disturbance of the microbiome, so it’s really not worth it, in my opinion, even though they can provide short-term relief. Which is why the release of La Roche-Posay Gel B5*is such a big deal for me. It takes all of the things I love about the Baume B5 (alcohol-free, fragrance-free, calming, soothing, suitable for both adults and children) but puts them into a lightweight, easily absorbed formula. It’s so gentle and repairing that it can even be used after stitches, cosmetic peels, or lasers and on closed scars – which shows how great it will be on sensitive or reactive skin like mine.However, it’s definitely better to avoid them if you can, as antibiotics are a short-term therapy and can’t be used for longer than 3-6 months. With regular use, you will also notice that your skin feels softer, smoother, and more hydrated and that the overall appearance of your skin improves as well.

In the photo above you can see the formula of the products: the Cicaplast Baume B5 on the left has (what I always refer to as) a ‘sturdy’ texture, whereas the Cicaplast Gel B5 has more of a silicone-like silky feel. Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that’s water-soluble and often used in skincare products because it has numerous benefits for the skin. So, while the Cicaplast Baume B5 won’t necessarily treat or get rid of rosacea, it can noticeably improve the symptoms, soothe and protect the skin, and repair the skin barrier, which is often damaged in those dealing with this inflammatory condition.It’s even possible to not experience them for months and even years if you’re doing everything right! Azelaic acid is another ingredient that can help reduce inflammation, redness, and swelling that comes with rosacea.

But, because doing everything right is very subjective regarding skincare, as every skin is different, I’ll give you some general tips to help you keep your rosacea under control. It’s also non-irritating, which is another big plus, and you can find it in both serums and moisturizers. It’s an antioxidant that can help reduce inflammation, redness, and swelling, and it’s also been shown to help repair the skin barrier. Facial redness:This may start as a tendency to flush or blush, but over time, redness may persist for longer periods. It is sometimes accompanied by tingling or burning, and the reddened skin may turn rough and scaly. It commonly spreads across the cheeks and nose and takes a butterfly shape.Eye irritation:In ocular rosacea, the eyes become sore, red, itchy, watery, or dry. They may feel gritty or as if there is something in them, such as an eyelash. La Roche-Posay say that Panthenol “ in combination with zinc and madecassosside, [is] present in Cicaplast Baume B5 …which can be used on cases of nappy rash or minor burns to form a protective barrier.” Personally I use this on my dermatitis, any (very rare) sunburn, scrapes, dry elbows and knees… anywhere and everywhere basically! The best way to use it is by warming it up between your fingertips until it melts and pressing it into the skin rather than rubbing it like a regular moisturizer. This is more important than you might think because a strengthened skin barrier is the foundation of healthy skin, and once you have that, you will find it easier to manage rosacea and achieve and maintain clear skin. Visible blood vessels:These typically appear as thin red lines on the cheeks and nose due to the dilation of small blood vessels below the skin surface.