Treating yourself is a great step toward treating your rosacea. However, while spas, salons and cosmetics counters provide plenty of pampering and products to improve your appearance and mood, they come with caveats. Here are a few suggestions on how to avoid potential physical and mental stressors found in certain beauty regimens and environments.

Q: Should I avoid day spa treatments such as facials, exfoliation and steaming if I have rosacea?

A little personal pampering during and after the hectic holiday season can go a long way toward making you feel good. However, if you plan to visit a day salon for a facial, here are some tips to help make your trip a positive experience.

• Educate yourself. Call around and find out which salon has licensed aestheticians who have worked with patients with skin conditions such as rosacea.