Does Rosacea Cause Dry Skin? – What to look out for!

“I’m well past puberty,” you tell yourself, “so why do I still have this pesky acne on my face?”

Have you visited countless numbers of cosmetic stores? Bought hundreds of topical creams? Maybe even tried those “all-natural” remedies that involve putting three or more types of oils on your face?

If you’ve done all these things and more, then chances are, it’s not acne that’s compromising your beautiful visage, but rosacea.

Read on to find out the signs and symptoms of rosacea, whether or not you may be suffering from it, and whether rosacea does cause dry skin.

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How do I spot rosacea?

The first factor of rosacea that probably led you to believe you’ve got post-puberty acne is that it looks like acne.

Those red spots on your face that you thought were acne scars leftover from your high school years?

Yup, it’s rosacea.

They can also come in the form of pus-filled bumps on your face, or a constant blush over the central part of your face.

Here are some more specific signs to look out for if you’re worried about having rosacea:

If you’ve got a persistent redness covering most of your nose and cheeks, then that’s usually the first sign of rosacea to look out for
You can also experience swelling of the blood vessels on your face. This can feel quite uncomfortable and sore, so you can probably pinpoint whether or not they really are swollen
The small bumps that form on your face can resemble acne, but they’re actually just another symptom of rosacea. Be careful of them; they’re filled with pus so irritating them may cause them to pop, just like an average zit!
Aforementioned bumps may feel tender, so touching your face may bring you discomfort, and can even make your face feel hot if severely irritated
If you’re particularly unlucky, ocular rosacea may also occur. This is when your eyes get dry and red, and even swollen and irritated, just like the rest of your face! Definitely an ordeal that will leave you wishing you had normal acne instead
Because rosacea can cause your blood vessels to swell, some parts of your face may seem enlarged! Your nose, particularly, may begin to look bulbous, thanks to the vessels inside it swelling
As you may have imagined, the texture and quality of your skin is affected by rosacea. You may notice that your face is oilier than usual, or even drier. It can be bumpy, or cracked. There’s a variety of things that rosacea can cause your skin to become, so it’s better now to learn what you should expect, and avoid!

Your face may even be drier than usual, which is definitely a pain to deal with.

Is it due to rosacea, and do you think you could prevent it?

What’s causing my rosacea?

Rosacea is often passed down (thanks, mom and dad!). But, a number of things you do or are exposed to can also cause flare-ups.

These are the periods in which your symptoms show up.

That’s right, just like any other ailment, there are periods in which your symptoms can go away.

Before you can breathe a sigh of relief, though, know that they’ll come back, sure enough.

After all, there’s no known cure for rosacea just yet. But in the meantime, what you can do are things that will help temper your symptoms.

So, what are the things you’re doing that you should avoid in order to delay your next flare-up, and avoid this dry, flaky skin?

What to avoid if you have rosacea?

Here are some of the things to look out for:

Extremely hot or cold temperature should both concern you: your skin is extra sensitive, so harsh or dry wind is sure to give you a flare-up and even mess up your skin.
If you’re a fan of spicy food, then we’re sorry to tell you, but you’re going to have to cut back on your jalapeno snacking. Even just simple hot drinks can trigger your rosacea, so tread carefully when intaking hot and spicy food!
Alcoholic beverages are also a no-no. So for your next celebration, consider swapping out the wine and spirits for something a little more kid-friendly.

You should also know the factors that make you more likely to suffer from rosacea.

Yep, it’s not all just lifestyle choices, but even some factors that are completely out of your control.

We know, we know, it’s unfair, but it’s just the way it is.

So if you place a check mark besides any of the following, then probably, your never-ending acne cycle is, in fact, rosacea.

If you’re between 30 and 50, and were banking on losing those pimples anytime soon, then it may be time to give in; it’s not acne, but in fact rosacea.
People with Celtic or Scandinavian ancestry are also more likely to develop rosacea.
The same can be said for people with fair skin, blond hair, and blue eyes.
Women are more likely to develop rosacea than men.

How to Control Rosacea?

So you’ve established that you have rosacea, but knowing that there’s no cure, is there a way to control it?

Thankfully, yes.

(We explain more about it here)

The most important thing you should do is of course, to be careful in choosing the products to buy for your skin.

First, find out whether you have dry, oily, or normal skin. This is because buying the wrong type for your face is sure to trigger a flare-up!

As you’re extra sensitive, even just a small breeze of dry air is sure to dry out your skin! So choose carefully in moisturizers.

Does Rosacea Cause Dry Skin?

So, does rosacea cause dry skin?

Yes, that’s right, rosacea isn’t exactly causing your dry, cracked skin! However, your bad handling will!

That’s why it’s important to avoid extreme temperatures.

Because there’s really no cure for rosacea, you should consult with your doctor, who will give you a regimen of products that are sure to be safe for you to put on your skin.

It may seem like so much work, and definitely you’ll just wish that you had normal, average acne instead.

Even just knowing what it is that’s making your face so red and dry all the time is a good enough start.

Remember, if you’re in between ages 30 to 50, have fair skin, and are suffering from a redness on your skin that’s tender and even dry all the time, then chances are, it’s rosacea!