Acne and rosacea are skin conditions that cause eruptions on the skin, making it look unsightly. Rosacea gives the skin a red, flushed look usually around the cheeks, nose, forehead and mouth. When the condition progresses with age, the skin breaks out and becomes unattractive. With this treatment, the redness can be minimized to improve the way the person looks.

What causes rosacea and acne?

Heredity and lifestyle play a major role in causing acne and rosacea. With acne, the skin produces excessive oil as a result of bacteria, causing pimples. Rosacea can be triggered by food, exposure to the sun and stress. While acne may disappear eventually, rosacea simply gets worse without attention.

Acne usually occurs in teenagers, while rosacea can affect everyone. Laser treatment for the redness may not completely cure either of these skin diseases but it can help minimize the redness and scars, improving the person’s appearance and self-esteem significantly. Read the rest of this entry »