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. 2021 Mar 4;20(11):3415–3421. doi: 10.1111/jocd.14020

TABLE 3.

Characteristics of recommended sunscreens in rosacea

Sun protection factor Broad spectrum (≥SPF 30+)
Formula High‐tolerance water‐based formula, easy to apply, and remove
Other active ingredients Should contain ingredients with emollient, anti‐inflammatory, skin barrier repair activity, or vasoregulatory properties
Color

Sunscreens containing green pigment should be considered as they can impact positively on patient appearance

Tinted sunscreens containing formulations of iron oxides, pigmentary titanium dioxide, and zinc oxide can protect against visible light

Camouflage Use of cosmetic camouflage with UV filters can give immediate satisfaction to patients and may reduce the impact of rosacea on quality of life