Managing redness: Understanding the causes to treat it more effectively

Are there different types of redness?  
 

The answer is yes: there are three.  

1. “Flushes”: The skin feels stressed and reacts by increasing blood flow in certain areas of the face, most often the cheeks and nose. As the name suggests, the redness appears suddenly and can disappear just as quickly!  
2. Rosacea: Due to repeated dilation and contraction, blood vessels become exhausted and tend to dilate permanently. The small vessels, normally invisible, suddenly become permanently visible.  
3. Diffuse redness is the result of a compromised skin barrier. Indeed, as environmental stressors accumulate, the skin barrier is no longer as effective in its protective role, and inflammation spreads. Generally, this type of redness is present at all times, evenly distributed across the face but with less intensity than with flushing and rosacea.  

What ingredients should you look for to help reduce redness?       
 

Several key ingredients help to reduce redness over the long term and soothe the skin:

• Pure bisabolol: recognized by dermatologists for its calming and soothing properties, it reduces redness and relieves irritation. 
• Ruscus extract: helps optimize skin microcirculation and reduce the appearance of persistent redness.
• D-panthenol (provitamin B5): intensely hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier, helping to protect the skin and maintain an even complexion.  

What skincare routine should you follow to soothe redness?         
 

To soothe redness, Lierac Paris Laboratories recommend the Redness Protocol, which combines immediate and long-term action. When sensitive skin becomes reactive, the Mask acts as a true SOS treatment: in just a few minutes, it soothes sensations of heat, intensely hydrates, and visibly reduces redness. Its fresh, enveloping texture provides immediate comfort, making it ideal after exposure to cold or sun, or on days when the skin is particularly sensitive. 

To strengthen and protect the skin on a daily basis, apply The Serum morning and night. Day after day, it helps reduce the appearance of redness, soothe the skin, and strengthen its barrier. With this regular routine, the skin becomes more resilient and less reactive to external stressors, resulting in a visibly more even and comfortable complexion. 

Redness isn't inevitable. With the right routine and targeted skincare, it's entirely possible to restore skin that feels more comfortable, is stronger, and looks visibly more even. Sometimes, it all starts with the right steps.