facial redness

Contents

 1 facial redness

 2 causes of redness of the face

 3 How to avoid redness of the face

 4 Medical treatment for redness of the face

 5 Natural treatment for redness of the face

 5.1 Oats

 5.2 Option

 5.3 Green tea

 5.4 Coconut oil

 5.5 Mixture of cucumber and powdered milk

facial redness

 The color of the skin does not depend only on the amount of melanin present in the skin, but also depends on the color of the blood, as there is a network of blood vessels under the outer layer of the skin, and when large amounts of blood flow for the usual through these vessels, what is called redness of the face, In the event that it flows less than usual, this leads to pallor of the face, and the flow of blood depends on the expansion or narrowing of these blood vessels for many reasons, and the redness of the face increases in people with light and white skin, and its appearance decreases in people with dark and brown skin, and in this article will be Talk about ways to treat this redness.

 Causes of redness of the face

These are the main causes of facial redness:

Cushing's syndrome is caused by high levels of cortisol in the body.

 Taking excessive doses of some drugs such as niacin (vitamin B3), which lead to redness of the face.

 Eating a lot of spicy foods such as pepper and its derivatives such as sweet pepper, hot pepper and red pepper. Eating these foods raises the body temperature, and thus increases blood flow and causes redness of the face.

 The intensity of feelings and emotions that reach their maximum levels in certain situations, such as extreme embarrassment, anxiety, extreme anger, stress, sadness or crying, all things increase blood pressure, which causes redness in the face.

 Rosacea, a condition that affects the skin that causes swelling, redness, and ulcers similar to acne, and the cause of this condition is unknown, in addition to eating spicy foods, inflammation of blood vessels as a result of stress, and exposure to high temperatures worsens the condition badly, and rosacea affects White women from 30-50 years old.

 Infections that lead to the expansion of blood vessels, which makes the face red, in addition to swelling and high temperature. There are many causes of inflammation in the face, including: diseases, infection, exposure to irritants, injuries or wounds.

 Frequent exposure to high temperatures, such as a hot bath or sauna and other hot places, as this leads to increased blood flow, which in turn makes the face red.

 The use of cosmetics that sometimes cause skin irritation and inflammation, especially if these products are highly perfumed or when placed on the face for a long time, and with the continuous use of these products the face becomes permanently red.

Sunburn as a result of prolonged exposure to sunlight, electromagnetic waves damage the skin and this leads to inflammation that leads to redness of the face.

 Hormonal disturbances and changes, which may occur in women in particular, such as hyperthyroidism, in which the secretion of thyroid hormone increases.

 Excessive drinking of alcohol, and redness of the face varies from person to person.

 Acne and eczema known as atopic dermatitis, which is accompanied by symptoms such as itching, inflammation, swelling and redness.

How to avoid redness of the face

These are the most prominent things that reduce the chance of redness of the face, which must be taken into account:

Consult a dermatologist to prescribe the appropriate treatment to reduce facial redness.

 Knowing and avoiding the main cause of facial redness, such as: limiting alcohol consumption.

Avoid eating spicy foods.

 Avoid high temperatures and the scorching sun. It is recommended to stay out of the sun between ten in the morning and four in the evening, and protect the face by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, in addition to making sure to use a sunscreen with (SPF 30) or higher daily.

Do not take niacin pills without consulting your doctor.

 Overcome and control intense emotions.

 Dealing with facial skin gently and gently, using preparations for sensitive skin, and staying away from products that irritate the skin, in addition to staying away from peeling and rubbing.

Medical treatment for redness of the face

Doctors can prescribe medications and treatments for facial flushing to control symptoms and prevent the condition from getting worse. These treatments include:

 Prescribe certain medications, such as low-dose antibiotics such as doxycycline.

 Prescribe creams and ointments that contain medication, such as azelaic acid, brimonidine, or metronidazole.

 Laser or Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment for redness caused by blood flow in narrowed blood vessels.

Natural treatment for redness of the face

 These are the most prominent recipes that reduce the redness of the face, and the following is a detailed explanation of how to prepare and apply it to the face:

 oats

Oatmeal soothes the skin; This is because it contains starch, beta-glucan, and phenols that help treat redness effectively in the long term, and it is recommended to use this mixture three or four times a week to obtain the desired results.

 Ingredients:

Half a cup or a cup of oats, water.

How to prepare and use:

 Mix the ingredients together well until a paste is obtained, then put the paste on the face and leave it for 10-15 minutes, then wash the face with cold water and dry it well.

Option

 Cucumber is characterized by its cooling properties for the skin, in addition to reducing redness and making the face more vibrant, fresh and rejuvenated, and it is recommended to use this mixture three or four times a week to get the best results.

Ingredients:

 One option.

 How to prepare and use:

 Cucumber is mashed, then placed on the face and left for 10-15 minutes, after that wash the face with water, dry well and moisturize with the special moisturizer as usual.

Green tea

 Green tea has anti-inflammatory properties that help get rid of swelling and redness on the face, and repeat the application of tea on the face daily to get rid of redness.

Ingredients:

Two green tea bags, 2-3 cups of hot water, a clean cloth.

 How to prepare and use:

 The tea bags are placed in hot water for several minutes and then removed, and the tea is placed in the refrigerator, then the cloth is immersed in the tea and the excess amount is disposed of, then the cloth is placed on the face and left for 5-10 minutes, then the face is washed and dried well.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil helps reduce facial redness in addition to moisturizing and treating dryness, and coconut oil is repeated on the face daily in the evening and before going to sleep.

 Ingredients:

 A few drops of coconut oil.

How to prepare and use:

Coconut oil is placed on the red areas of the face and a light massage is done, and the oil is left on the face overnight.

 Cucumber and powdered milk mixture

This mixture helps to reduce the redness of the face.

 Ingredients:

 Half a cup of grated cucumber, two teaspoons of powdered milk

How to prepare and use:

Mix the ingredients well with each other until a paste is obtained, then put the paste on the face and leave it for 10 minutes, then wash the face with lukewarm water and then cool it and dry it well.