Red, Reactive, and Misunderstood: Treating Rosacea and Sensitive Skin Conditions

Session details:

Rosacea and other inflammatory skin conditions are prevalent concerns within the field of esthetics and can pose significant management challenges. Although these conditions exhibit distinctive clinical and visual characteristics, the underlying differences and pathologies are often difficult to discern. For effective management and care, it is vital to understand the physiological development and potential health influences of these conditions. This session is designed to enhance your capacity to recognize and understand “red skin” signals, including rosacea, lupus, psoriasis, and related sensitive-skin syndromes. The lecture will encompass recent clinical findings on the stages of rosacea, vascular conditions, and current treatment and management options. You will learn how to: • Differentiate between common red and inflammatory skin conditions based on visual and clinical cues • Identify the types, stages, progression patterns of rosacea • Understand underlying triggers, vascular responses, and contributing factors • Recognize contraindications and when to modify or avoid treatment • Apply appropriate management strategies within the esthetic scope of practice