Management | Medibuddy
8th June 2025

Management

  • High sun protection factor (SPF) sunscreen on face regularly (SPF 30-50)
  • Minimise triggers that could worsen skin and flushing, such as: 
    • Ultraviolet light exposure 
    • Temperature extremes 
    • Alcohol 
    • Heavy exercise
    • Stressful situations
    • Spicy food
    • Hot beverages 
  • Treatment of erythematotelangiectatic component
    • Brimonidine (alpha agonist) gel – produces temporary vasoconstriction for a few hours after application but rebound erythema can be problematic 
    • Camouflage cream 
    • Laser therapy 
  • Treatment of papulopustular component
    • Topical azelaic acid/ivermectin/metronidazole 
    • Oral lymecycline or doxycycline for moderate-to-severe disease
  • Management of ocular disease
    • May require ophthalmology input
    • Lid hygiene
    • Lubricants +/- topical anti-inflammatories
    • Oral lymecycline or doxycycline
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