Rosacea Treatment and Causes: How to Know When a Flushed Face Is Something More

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This common skin issue is caused by dilated blood vessels and increased blood flow. The rush of blood and extra pressure underneath the surface can also make the skin feel itchy, hot, and tingly. “As you get older, the collagen that surrounds your blood vessels, which helps them be strong, starts to wear down,” says Baumann. “After a while, your blood vessels lose that ability to shrink back down, so they stay dilated." While those with fair complexions typically notice the flush more, even those with darker skin tones can get rosacea.

Rosacea Treatment and Causes: How to Know When a Flushed Face Is Something More, By Jessica Cruel, Self

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