Redness cheat sheet

Causes

• Hormonal imbalances: Hormonal imbalances can cause redness and flushing, especially during menopause or puberty.
• Exposure to temperature changes: Exposure to temperature changes, such as going from a warm to a cold environment, can cause redness and flushing.
• Overuse of exfoliating ingredients: Overuse of exfoliating ingredients, such as scrubs or acids, can cause redness, flaking, and increased skin sensitivity.
• Stress: Stress can trigger redness and flushing as well as the release of the hormone cortisol, which can cause skin irritation and inflammation.
• Chronic sun exposure: Chronic sun exposure can cause redness, broken capillaries, and skin damage, as well as increase the risk of skin cancer.
• Food allergies: Food allergies can cause redness and inflammation due to the release of histamines in response to specific allergens.
• Premature aging: Chronic inflammation can lead to the breakdown of collagen and elastin, the proteins responsible for skin firmness and elasticity. This can result in the development of fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin.
• Skin disorders as Acne or Rosacea: Chronic inflammation in the skin can trigger the production of excess oil and contribute to the development of acne. Chronic inflammation in the skin can cause redness, flushing, and visible blood vessels, leading to the development of rosacea.

Symptoms

• Visible redness: Visible redness is a common symptom of redness, and can range from mild to severe.
• Broken capillaries: Broken capillaries can become visible as a result of redness, especially when the redness is persistent or severe.
• Skin hypersensitivity: Skin hypersensitivity is a common symptom of redness, and can cause itching, burning, and pain.
• Hyperpigmentation: Inflammation can increase the production of melanin, leading to the development of dark spots and uneven skin tone.
• Flushing: Flushing is a sudden, temporary redness and warmness of the skin, often caused by increased blood flow to the skin.
• Tingling: Tingling is a sensation of itching, burning, or prickling in the skin.
• Itching: Itching is an unpleasant sensation that causes the urge to scratch the skin.
• Burning: Burning is a painful sensation in the skin that can be caused by redness and skin hypersensitivity.
• Pain: Pain can be a symptom of redness, especially when the redness is severe or accompanied by broken capillaries or skin hypersensitivity.

Examples

Impact on the skin

• Can negatively affect confidence and self-esteem: Redness can be a source of embarrassment and affect one's confidence and self-esteem.
• Can lead to a cycle of ongoing inflammation: Redness can trigger a cycle of ongoing inflammation, which can cause further skin damage and aging.
• Can increase the risk of skin damage and aging: Redness can increase the risk of skin damage and aging, as well as increase the risk of skin cancer.
• Can cause discomfort, itching, burning, and pain: Redness can cause discomfort, itching, burning, and pain, which can affect one's quality of life.
• Can impact overall skin health and appearance: Redness can impact overall skin health and appearance, as well as cause premature aging, dark spots, and wrinkles.