TABLE 8.

Gentle over-the-counter cleanser and moisturizer use as an integral component of rosacea management: Summary of findings based on literature review and clinical experience3,4,8,11,13–16,20,21,42–44,46,47,60,64,72,76,77,80–82

Stratum corneum permeability barrier impairment is an inherent component of the pathophysiology of rosacea in patients with ETR* and PPR+ Increased central facial TEWL^ (ETR>PPR) Signs, symptoms, and sensitive skin reported in untreated PPR

Rosacea associated with self-reported tendency for sensitive skin Facial skin tolerability reactions to skin care and personal use products reported by patients

Dermatologist-selected skin care recommended to reduce the risk of poor product selection and untoward outcomes

Dermatologist-directed designated skin care regimen inclusive of a gentle cleanser and moisturizer shown to reduce facial dryness, burning, stinging, itching, and skin tightness

Proper skin care reduces potential risk of skin tolerability reactions to topical medications

ETR

Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea

PPR

Papulopustular rosacea

References: 3,4,8,11,13–16,20,21,42–44,46,47,60,64,72,76,77,80–82