Beyond the Textbook: Topical Management of Rosacea

Although multiple therapeutic options characterize the Naturopathic Medical approach to managing rosacea, the bulk of these focus on internal treatments such as dietary, oral supplement, and homeopathic considerations. By contrast, familiarity and clinical knowledge pertaining to the topical aspects of rosacea care often are underrepresented. Yet, possessing this knowledge is key since day-to-day skincare regimens play an essential role in rosacea treatment. Ironically, many of the rosacea-influencing skin skincare topicals on the market today include various nutraceutical and herbal agents. Much research in recent years has sought to elucidate the clinical role, effect, and importance behind the use of various topical products and cosmeceutical ingredients as part of a skincare regimen to complement both conventional and Naturopathic treatments.    

This course is designed to provide Naturopathic Doctors and healthcare providers with a detailed review of the key components in a topical skincare regimen to better manage rosacea. 

Specific aspects reviewed include:

• Facial skin cleanser and moisturizer considerations, particularly within the context of skin barrier support

• The wide range of cosmeceutical agents for managing rosacea

• This explores the role of nutrient and herbal-based topical ingredients in addressing various aspects of rosacea pathophysiology, ultimately helping to reduce facial erythema and other rosacea symptoms 
• Such cosmeceuticals are often featured in rosacea-focused topical products as well as in skin cleansers and moisturizers

• The role and importance of sun protection and what to consider when selecting a      sunscreen for rosacea patients 

• Basic makeup considerations and an evidence-based look at cosmetic camouflage

• Clinical tools for managing sensitive skin

Who might benefit from this course? 

Any healthcare provider who:

• Is looking to become familiar with, and refine their knowledge regarding, what topical products to recommend as an adjunct to their standard rosacea treatments
• Is wanting to augment their ability to answer patient questions surrounding topical product selection
• Wishes to explore the clinical evidence behind the use of skin cleansers, moisturizers, treatment-based cosmeceuticals and sunscreens in rosacea care