Diseases of the skin can be extremely daunting for a person, especially if the skin condition is confined to areas that are visible like the facial skin and is chronic. Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects the facial skin. It is unfortunate that the condition cannot be cured and causes a lot of irritation and pain on the skin surface. However, there are a number of home remedies that can be used for treating Rosacea and with the passage of time, the breakouts can be reduced considerably with some patients even experiencing total absence of symptoms for several months and years together.
The remedies discussed here use flax seeds and grape seed extracts, oil cleansing, apple cider vinegar, probiotics, turmeric, gentian root, vitamin A, etc. All these methods are very easy to use and do not require any cumbersome procedures which cannot be done while traveling. They are also cheap as compared to conventional treatment methods. However, they require time for the healing action to take effect and also requires religious application so that the maximum benefit is attained.
Oil cleansing
Oil cleansing is an excellent method which has been in practice since ancient times for treating various skin inflammations and acne formations. Rosacea mostly affects people with acne prone skin and skin that is oily. The pores on the skin get blocked with dirt and grime and this will lead to bacterial infections and breakouts that make the skin red and inflamed. For removing the dirt from the pores, oil cleansing can be done using castor and olive oil. Take one tablespoon of olive oil and half a tablespoon of castor oil. Warm the oil slightly for better absorption into the skin. Mix well and start massaging the oil into your facial skin, taking great care to cover all the rosacea and acne affected skin adequately. Massage for about 15- 20 minutes. Now take a soft cotton towel and dip it into hot water. Wring the towel dry and wipe your face with the hot towel. This procedure will remove all the oil and grime from the open pores, leaving the skin clean. Repeat it a couple of times until the pores are completely clean and the inflammation subsides.
Flax seeds and grape seed extract
Flax seeds and grape seed extracts are good for all inflammatory conditions including rosacea. Flax seed oil can be taken every day to contain the inflammation and irritation on the skin surface. You may also chew a teaspoon of flax seeds every day with the same results. Remember to chew the flax seeds thoroughly to get its full benefit. Grape seed extracts are used for treating a number of bacterial infections and inflammations. Grape seed extracts can be taken every day to reduce the severity of rosacea on the skin surface. This will prevent the bacteria from causing infection on the clogged pores and acne outbreaks as well. To increase the effectiveness of the remedy, mix flax seed oil and grape seed extract and take it every day. One teaspoon full of flax seed oil can be added to 50 mg of grape seed extract for keeping the symptoms down.
Turmeric
Turmeric has been praised for centuries for its many medicinal and anti inflammatory benefits. Add to it the excellent skin beautifying and lightening properties of turmeric, and you will get a complete package that is highly effective in treating a number of skin as well as bodily problems. Turmeric can be applied directly on rosacea affected skin and allowed to dry on the skin surface. The excess oil and the bacteria will be removed with frequent application and the lost glory of the skin will be slowly restored. Once the turmeric is dry on your skin, apply some water and rub in circular motion to remove the dry skin from the surface which can again aggravate the rosacea and acne problem.
Probiotics
Though probiotics is directly not responsible for treating rosacea, it is nevertheless helpful in that it helps in removing the bacteria and increasing the immunity of the person in the long run. This will naturally reduce the instances of flare-ups of rosacea and also prevent bacterial infections and acne formations that can lead to rosacea. You may add yoghurt in your diet every day to prevent infections and reduce the severity of rosacea. Drink 2-3 glasses of yoghurt every day to keep you immune system functioning well. Probiotics also helps in increasing the good bacteria in the stomach and aiding good digestion as well as excretion. A good excretory system helps in eliminating the toxins in the body effectively and also in preventing skin eruptions like rosacea.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is an essential vitamin in all round skin health and also in increasing the immunity of the body. Rosacea outbreaks can be controlled to a great extent with vitamin A supplements. Adequate dosage can be taken after consultation with a herbal practitioner and the intake can be continued until your skin is clear of the outbreak. Vitamin A must however be taken with great care as it can cause a number of problems, especially if you are pregnant with a baby. The development of the baby will be greatly affected with the intake of excess vitamin A during pregnancy.
Gentian root
For skin that is affected with rosacea, digestive health is of great importance. Gentian root acts as a cleansing agent for your digestive system. A good digestive system ensures that your rosacea symptoms remain under control. To aid good digestion, gentian root must be taken about 15 to 20 minutes before you have your food. This will prevent the occurrence of indigestion as it improves saliva and releases more digestive juices, keeping your skin clear of rosacea. Generally a quantity of 300 mg is recommended for treating rosacea. However, you might require a lesser dose if your symptoms are not very severe.
Apple cider vinegar
The skin regenerative properties of apple cider vinegar are very well known. Apple cider vinegar is excellent for treating many skin conditions like acne, rosacea and dermatitis due to its antibacterial and anti inflammatory nature. Intake of apple cider vinegar helps in the release of digestive juices, thereby aiding the digestion process and regulating the bacterial balance in the body. For external application, use a cotton ball for applying apple cider vinegar on the skin. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Continue application every day for best results.