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Rosacea Awareness Month to Highlight Importance of Skin Care in Rosacea Treatment

CHICAGO (February 27, 2024) – While rosacea sufferers enjoy a wider range of therapeutic options than ever before, without proper skin care they may not get the most out of treatment, dermatologists warn. The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has designated April as Rosacea Awareness Month to educate the public on this chronic facial skin disorder estimated to affect more than 16 million Americans, and to urge those who suspect they may have it to see a dermatologist for diagnosis, treatment and guidance on gentle skin care.

National Rosacea Society Launches New Seal of Acceptance for Skin Care and Cosmetic Products

CHICAGO (January 24, 2024) — For the first time, consumers shopping for skin care products and cosmetics that are suitable for people who suffer from rosacea — a chronic red-faced skin disorder affecting 1 in 20 Americans that is often characterized by flare-ups and remissions — will be able to look for a Seal of Acceptance from the National Rosacea Society (NRS). More information about the Seal and a catalog of products may be found on the NRS website at rosacea.org/seal-of-acceptance.

National Rosacea Society Awards 2023 Grants for Rosacea Research

CHICAGO (November 7, 2023) — The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has awarded funding for one new study, in addition to continuing support for two ongoing studies, as part of its research grants program to increase knowledge and understanding of the potential causes and other key aspects of rosacea that may lead to improvements in its treatment, prevention or potential cure.

National Rosacea Society Offers New Seal of Acceptance for Skin Care and Cosmetic Products

CHICAGO (June 21, 2023) — The National Rosacea Society (NRS) today announced that it is launching a Seal of Acceptance program to identify skin care and cosmetic products that may be suitable for people who suffer from rosacea. Companies interested in pursuing the Seal, to be displayed on accepted product packaging, may learn more and request an application online at www.rosacea.org/seal-of-acceptance/ or by contacting the Society at seal@rosacea.org.

Rosacea Awareness Month: Have Rosacea? Time and Treatment Are On Your Side

CHICAGO (April 1, 2023) – Targeted rosacea therapies can lead to facial skin free of redness and blemishes, but only if these two key elements are also in place: the patient’s commitment to consistent adherence to the treatment plan and the patience to let it work. The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has designated April as Rosacea Awareness Month to educate the public on this conspicuous, life-disruptive facial disorder affecting 16 million Americans, and urge those who may have it to see a dermatologist for diagnosis and therapy tailored to their individual case.

Rosacea Awareness Month to Highlight Importance of Consistency and Patience When Trying New Therapies

CHICAGO (February 7, 2023) – Advanced therapies designed to target rosacea’s disease processes combined with treatment plans tailored to each individual’s specific case have made it easier than ever for patients to achieve clear skin. But these treatment advances are only beneficial if sufferers have the patience to allow therapies to do their job.

National Rosacea Society Awards 2022 Grants for Rosacea Research

CHICAGO (November 29, 2022) — The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has awarded funding for two new studies in addition to continuing support for two ongoing studies as part of its research grants program to increase knowledge and understanding of the potential causes and other key aspects of rosacea that may lead to improvements in its treatment, prevention or potential cure.

National Rosacea Society Celebrates 30 Years

CHICAGO (November 1, 2022) — The National Rosacea Society (NRS) celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2022. The past three decades have seen tremendous progress toward fulfilling our mission of improving the lives of people with rosacea through awareness, education and support of medical research.

“Thanks to the efforts of the NRS, its members and researchers studying on the disease, rosacea is both more recognized and better understood than ever before,” said Andrew Huff, executive director of the NRS.

Persistent Facial Redness is the Most Common and Bothersome Sign of Rosacea, Survey Finds

BARRINGTON, Illinois (August 2, 2022) — The great majority of rosacea patients have experienced persistent facial redness, and most of them report it is the most frequently bothersome sign they face, according to a recent National Rosacea Society (NRS) survey on rosacea redness sponsored by EPI Health. Furthermore, two-thirds reported experiencing flare-ups more than once a week.

Rosacea Awareness Month: Partner with Your Physician for Clear Skin

CHICAGO (April 1, 2022) — Thanks to the growing number of sophisticated rosacea therapies, the 16 million Americans with this potentially serious facial disorder who commit to partnering with their physicians can now expect to enjoy a clear complexion without the psychological and emotional burden of its unpredictable and embarrassing effects.

Rosacea Awareness Month to Highlight the Importance of Adherence to Therapy

BARRINGTON, Illinois (February 8, 2022) — Sophisticated new therapies designed to target rosacea's disease processes combined with treatment plans tailored to patients’ specific cases have made it easier than ever for sufferers to achieve clear skin. The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has designated April as Rosacea Awareness Month to educate the public on the treatments available for this potentially serious disorder, as well as the importance of a key factor in making them effective: the patient’s ongoing commitment to comply with therapy.

National Rosacea Society Awards 2021 Research Grants

BARRINGTON, Illinois (Nov. 9, 2021) — The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has awarded funding for two new studies in addition to continuing support for two ongoing studies as part of its research grants program to increase knowledge and understanding of the potential causes and other key aspects of rosacea that may lead to improvements in its treatment, prevention or potential cure.

New Publication Updates Physicians on Facial Erythema in Rosacea

BARRINGTON, Illinois (August 23, 2021) — New recommendations urging dermatologists to place greater emphasis on persistent facial erythema in rosacea were recently published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology.1 Titled “Update on Facial Erythema in Rosacea,” the new publication is based on a recent National Rosacea Society (NRS) roundtable to discuss this key aspect of the disorder in light of its recently updated standard classification system and standard management options, new burden-of-illness study results, and significant advances in medical th

Different Foods Trigger Rosacea Flare-Ups in Different Ways

BARRINGTON, Illinois (June 15, 2021) — The fact that certain foods can trigger a flare-up in some rosacea patients is well known. In reaction to these foods and other environmental factors such as sun exposure or extreme temperatures, the body releases substances in the skin that cause a chain reaction that leads to flushing, inflammation and, for some, burning and stinging sensations.

10 Secrets Only People with Rosacea Know

BARRINGTON, Illinois (April 22, 2021) — The National Rosacea Society recently conducted a survey focused on how rosacea impacts the social lives of patients. More than 575 people with rosacea took part in the survey, and 85% of the respondents said a flare-up of rosacea frequently or occasionally brings them unwanted attention. Ninety-one percent said this unwanted attention affects how they perceive themselves.

Rosacea Awareness Month: Masks Matter in Fight Against Disorder Now Affecting 16 Million Americans

CHICAGO (April 1, 2021) – While protective face masks may both hide and exacerbate the signs and symptoms of rosacea, the 16 million Americans who suffer from this red-face disorder now have access to more treatment options and sophisticated medical care than ever before. The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has designated April as Rosacea Awareness Month to educate the public on this unsightly and potentially serious facial condition, and to urge those who suspect they may have it to see a dermatologist for diagnosis and the most up-to-date therapy.

National Rosacea Society Introduces Updated ‘Understanding Rosacea’ Booklet

Barrington, Illinois (March 9, 2021) — The National Rosacea Society today announced it has introduced an updated version of “Understanding Rosacea,” its most popular educational booklet that provides an introduction to this chronic facial skin disorder estimated to affect more than 16 million Americans. The new edition incorporates the updated standard classification and pathophysiology of rosacea, developed by a consensus committee and review panel of 28 rosacea experts worldwide and published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.