Causes of couperosis on the face
Cuperosis is a vascular pathology. When blood microcirculation is disrupted, blood vessels are damaged. They become less elastic and lose the ability to narrow after expansion. The vessels become non-viable, appearing on the face in the form of stars or meshes. This is a rather serious problem; with this pathology, blood vessels and capillaries stop supplying oxygen and nutrients to the skin of the face. Focal inflammation appears on the face, the skin thickens. Couperosis on the face can serve as a manifestation of a more serious disease - rosacea, in which the upper layers of the skin thicken and become lumpy, and purulent inflammation may appear.
The cause of rosacea on the face is a violation of the blood flow of blood vessels. Vessels thrombose, become brittle and brittle, as a result of hereditary pathology of blood vessels and connective tissue. Some diseases can also cause the formation of rosacea.
- Endocrine system dysfunction, hormonal changes
- Chronic allergies
- Liver and kidney diseases
- High blood pressure
- Dysbacteriosis
- Gastrointestinal diseases
- Vein diseases, varicose veins
In addition, the causes of rosacea are external factors. Sudden changes in temperature, pressure changes, frost, hot air - all this can contribute to rosacea.
Is it possible to peel?
Aggressive peeling using chemical acids or coarse abrasive particles is prohibited in this case. Only periodic soft peelings and gommages are allowed, which affect only the superficial layers of the skin and do not affect the blood vessels.
Laser facial resurfacing in professional salons is also prohibited for spider veins, otherwise the capillaries can be damaged, which will lead to long-term non-healing hematomas.
The peeling should have small and soft particles (for example, oatmeal peeling can be used to remove dead skin cells). This procedure can be carried out several times a month.
Remedies for rosacea on the face
Remedies for rosacea on the face can be divided into preventive and therapeutic. Preventative agents include vitamin preparations that contain vitamins C, PP, and K.
- Vitamin C takes part in the synthesis of collagen, strengthens the walls of blood vessels, increasing their strength.
- Vitamin PP (nicotinic acid) improves vasodilation and stabilizes blood clotting.
- Vitamin K improves capillary permeability and balances blood clotting.
When choosing preventive cosmetic products, it is necessary to give preference to drugs that do not contain alcohol, menthol, or substances that cause dry skin.
Before purchasing medications, consult a doctor.
Usually, for rosacea, heparin ointment is prescribed. Heparin, the main component of the ointment, has an anti-inflammatory effect and normalizes blood circulation.
Troxevasin, a very effective drug for the treatment of veins and blood vessels. Available in the form of ointments and tablets. The most effective result can be obtained by using both forms of the drug.
Preparations used for the prevention and treatment of rosacea contain vitamin complexes, moisturizers, and sunscreen components. They have a calming effect and do not contain aggressive ingredients that irritate the skin.
Some cosmetic procedures also help get rid of rosacea.
What you can eat and drink: special diet
Proper diet for rosacea plays an important role. There are special products that have a strengthening effect on blood vessels; they should be on your table first. These foods are:
- Olive oil.
- Polyunsaturated fatty acids found in fatty fish. If you don't like fish, try taking a course of fish oil (this supplement is sold in convenient capsules).
- Seaweed.
- Nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Lean chicken (this product should replace red meat for you).
Every week you need to eat about 300 g of various seafood, which have a strengthening effect on blood vessels. For variety, such products can be alternated.
Every day, try to drink enough liquid (about one and a half liters). Water and green tea are excellent drinks for rosacea (two cups of this tea a day are enough).
Here are some foods that should be excluded from your diet if you have rosacea:
- Red meat. This is especially true for lamb and pork. If you do not want to worsen the condition of your blood vessels, you are allowed to eat 200 g of this product per week.
- Carbonated drinks, caffeinated drinks and alcoholic beverages. Such liquid harms not only our stomach, but also our blood vessels.
- Sweets and flour products. Simple carbohydrates provoke not very healthy spikes in sugar in the circulatory system, which leads to thinning of blood vessels and increased rosacea. It is recommended to limit the consumption of cakes, sweets, pasta, and white bread.
Cuperosis treatment at home
You can fight rosacea quite effectively at home. By following a diet, eliminating external factors that irritate the skin, and using folk remedies, you can significantly reduce the manifestation of rosacea.
It is necessary to give up bad habits, avoid drinking alcohol and smoking, and balance your diet. Avoid drinking hot drinks to avoid causing blood flow to the face. Limit fatty, spicy, smoked foods in your diet. Reduce the amount of coffee consumed.
Skin care requires special attention. Do not wash your face with hot or cold water, or use scrubs or alcohol-containing skin care products. You can wipe your skin with warm decoctions of chamomile, calendula, and St. John's wort. The lotions and tonics used should be for sensitive skin. Moisturizing cream for the face should be applied only in the warm season. In winter, before going outside, you need to use a protective cream, in the summer, cream with a UV filter.
What cosmetic procedures are done?
When rosacea appears, several treatment methods are used:
- Laser. A fast and effective way without side effects. The beam affects the affected area, eliminating redness on the skin. Depending on the extent of the disease, from one to 10 procedures may be needed. After treatment, experts recommend organizing special skin care.
- Ozone therapy. The procedure is performed only by a professional specialist and in a hospital setting. It involves thinning the blood, which accelerates its circulation and the exchange of nutrients between cells and tissues. The essence of the treatment method is to administer injections into the skin, which promote cell regeneration due to increased blood supply.
- Microcurrents. A special procedure that allows you to use cosmetics rich in vitamins, amino acids, and collagen. Therapeutic conductors ensure rapid delivery of beneficial substances deep into the skin, providing care at the cellular level. Microcurrents relieve blood stagnation, increasing capillary tone and eliminating redness.
- Mesotherapy. An effective way to treat skin defects by injecting medications. The procedure is based on stimulating the regenerative processes of the epidermis and strengthening the walls of blood vessels. Substances injected under the skin retain their effect for a long time, allowing you to forget about the vascular network for a long time. During the session, the effect occurs only on active points, which allows you to eliminate not only skin defects, but also get rid of other painful manifestations.
- Photorejuvenation. A progressive method of treating rosacea is carried out by exposing the surface of the epidermis to light energy, resulting in coagulation of blood vessels. After the procedure, special facial skin care is required using therapeutic masks and creams that protect against UV rays.
All modern methods have a beneficial effect on capillaries, strengthening their walls, eliminating redness and increasing skin elasticity. A cosmetic effect can also be added to the therapeutic result.
The procedures rejuvenate the skin, increase its tone and even out the complexion. Complete recovery, subject to medical recommendations, occurs within 1 month.
Removal of rosacea with laser
Perhaps one of the most effective means in the fight against rosacea is the method of removing rosacea vessels with a laser (laser coagulation). Today, this is an affordable procedure that has virtually no analogues. During laser coagulation, healthy skin is not damaged; the laser beam only affects the affected vessels. The procedure is painless and lasts about 15 minutes. When the skin is treated with a laser, the capillaries are killed and they become soldered, which stops the blood flow. The vessels become pale, the capillary plexuses disappear. After the procedure, the skin remains red for several days, and peeling may occur. It is enough to use a soothing cream to eliminate this side effect.
Laser removal of rosacea has some contraindications. It is prohibited to perform laser coagulation if you have the following pathologies: diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, cardiovascular diseases, oncology, chronic diseases in the acute stage, infectious diseases. This procedure is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women.
The price of laser coagulation depends on the severity of the disease, the number of sessions performed, and the level of the clinic. The cost of the service varies between 2000-6000 rubles per treated area.
When removing rosacea with a laser, the result will be guaranteed; you just need to take a responsible approach to finding a clinic and qualified specialists.
General recommendations
Below are tips that will allow you to eliminate rosacea or prevent its further development:
- Give up bad habits: alcohol and smoking adversely affect blood vessels, making them weaker.
- For hygienic water procedures, use warm, not hot water. When washing your face, it is recommended to avoid using soap; you can use special milk to remove makeup.
- Can't imagine your life without cosmetic masks? In this case, you can regularly pamper your skin with light masks with a cooling effect.
Mask against rosacea
A useful addition to the treatment of rosacea are face masks. They will enhance the effect of other treatment procedures, refresh and soothe the skin. The simplest and most accessible is potato.
Grate fresh potatoes on a fine grater, or pass through a meat grinder. Apply to face for 10 minutes, rinse with warm water. Using berries to prepare a mask against rosacea will also be very useful. For this you can use sea buckthorn, lingonberries, raspberries, and strawberries.
Grind a few berries with starch until the consistency of sour cream is obtained, apply to the face, rinse with warm water after 20 minutes. An oatmeal mask also has a good effect
Mix a few drops of grape seed oil with crushed oatmeal, add any vegetable oil, apply to the skin for 20 minutes, rinse with a decoction of chamomile or calendula. The skin will be grateful for such attention and care.
How to care for your skin
Caring for such problematic skin should be especially thorough. Be careful to protect your skin from exposure to ultraviolet rays, which can thin your skin and destroy its natural defenses, making blood vessels even more fragile.
Every time you go outside, use a special cream with a high sun protection factor, and it is recommended to do this even in winter.
Spider vein tinting
Your problem can be masked if you choose a high-quality cream that matches your skin tone. The foundation should be dense enough, but at the same time easily absorbed into the skin.
Hydration and nutrition
Skin with rosacea needs daily nutrition and hydration even more than normal skin.
There are special creams, you can prepare homemade masks. You can purchase cosmetics with linoleic and ascorbic acid: such creams and lotions strengthen the walls of blood vessels.
Thus, natural grape seed oil contains a high concentration of linoleic acid, so you can use it either in its pure form (apply a few drops of oil to damp skin) or add the product to your usual day cream.
You should not use creams that contain fruit acid, as such products thin the skin and make rosacea even more noticeable.
Is it possible to have a massage?
Not all methods of such therapy are suitable for rosacea. It is important to know that only a qualified specialist can perform a massage, since self-massage can cause negative consequences and aggravate the pathological condition. With the help of a certified massage therapist, it is possible not only to prevent the appearance of symptoms of vascular disease, but also to remove existing minor facial skin defects due to rosacea. Mostly Spanish modeling massage is performed. With the help of mechanical and reflex effects, the central part of the muscle is deeply worked out. This procedure restores vascular tone and strengthens damaged skin. Correct rhythmic movements help get rid of slight dilatation of the blood vessels of the epidermis.
Therapeutic and preventive massage procedures should be done in courses; only if this condition is met, positive dynamics in the treatment of the disease can be achieved. A one-time exposure will not give any visible result.
