Learning Objectives - Topical Management of Rosacea course
- Understand the basic clinical features of rosacea
- Recognize and be aware of the differences between the previous subtype classification and the current phenotype classification of rosacea
- Recognize common co-morbid conditions associated with rosacea
- Recognize how rosacea symptoms can present differently in patients with skin of colour
- Understand the common triggers of rosacea
- Review the detailed pathophysiology of rosacea
- Explore the evidence supporting the relationship between rosacea and the epidermal skin barrier
- Understand common conventional medical treatment approaches in rosacea care
- Understand common Naturopathic/Integrative approaches in rosacea care
- Review the general goals of skincare for rosacea
- Explore approaches to proper facial skin cleansing
- Review the role, effect, and differences between various types of skin cleanser categories and product types
- Explore approaches to proper skin moisturization
- Review the role, effect, and differences between various types of skin moisturizers
- Understand the role and effect of physiologic vs non-physiologic moisturizers in skin barrier support in rosacea
- Explore the clinical research relating to both cleansers and moisturizers in rosacea management
- Identify skincare ingredients which retain an irritant potential and could possibly trigger symptoms
- Understand what cosmeceutical ingredients/actives are, the biological activities they retain, and what role(s) they can play in managing rosacea symptoms
- Recognize what types of skincare products cosmeceuticals are found in
- Review and understand the potential role, effects, and clinical research supporting the use of various cosmeceuticals for rosacea care
- Recognize which cosmeceuticals may be used in certain clinical situations, such as those used in topical products for sensitive skin
- Understand what concentrations specific cosmeceuticals are found in, both as based on clinical research and what levels are available in over-the-counter preparations
- Review the essential aspect of sun protection measures in rosacea care
- Understand what to look for in sunscreen topicals relating to the needs of rosacea-prone skin
- Identify approaches toward makeup selection and removal and cosmetic camouflage in rosacea care, including research studies exploring their integration into managing dermatoses like rosacea
- Explore how to integrate the information reviewed into clinical practice