Key points for rosacea patients

• Identifying and avoiding triggers is an important step in self-management
• OTC products (wash products, oil-free moisturisers) can be helpful (e.g. for managing sensitive skin
• Topical brimonidine can be used once a day and peaks at three to six hours, so consider timing application if needed for an evening event
• Topical ivermectin may cause transient aggravation of rosacea, which usually resolves within one week of continued treatment 
• Self-referral to Changing Faces may be helpful for general support and learning to use camouflage make-up correctly.