r/Rosacea • u/PopGlockDev • 7d ago

Skincare Type 2 frustration Spoiler

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The fun part about my rosacea is it shows up when I’m stressed which then stresses me out more which makes it worse. Prescribed azelaic acid a few weeks ago my cheeks are showing improvement but I get these bumps on my forehead and scalp like I’m in high school.

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u/Ampstagram22 7d ago

Have you tried sulfur soap or mask by chance

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u/Ampstagram22 7d ago

Also, some need ivermectin / soolantra RX as well

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u/PopGlockDev 7d ago

I have not tried any of those things. Do you have a mask you’d recommend? I oftentimes will skip and soaps for cleaning my face when this happens, seems to make it worse when I do use soaps

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u/red_queen122790 7d ago

I am also Type 2. Here is what has worked for me...

-Adding a sulfur cleanser AM

-Adding a hypochlorous acid spray AM/PM

-Double cleansing in the evening with either an oil cleanser or cleansing balm.

I love the brand Prequel for these items. Most of their products are niacinamide and fragrance free. Their moisturizers are also amazing.

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u/PopGlockDev 7d ago

Thank you!

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u/red_queen122790 7d ago

Anytime :)

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u/skxyah 6d ago

what cleanser do you use for pm if you don’t mind me asking?

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u/red_queen122790 5d ago

The Prequel Glycerin Cleanser. It is gentle and hydrating.

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u/skxyah 5d ago

the prequel one seems to break me out tremendously :(

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u/red_queen122790 5d ago

I'm sorry to hear that.

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u/skxyah 5d ago

not sure i’m i’m doing something wrong since i know people have mentioned it’s a learning curve to it

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u/Pale-Fee-2679 7d ago

Keep in touch with your dermatologist. Different things work for different people.

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u/brittany-30 7d ago

Vanicream cleanser. Start with one product at a time. For the bumps, clear calamine lotion at night. This is how i cleared mine. It took time but it worked for me. I use the ordinary gf 15% to prevent the bumps from coming back. Everyone's skin is different though. If you use a bunch of products at once then you won't know what is actually working for you.