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Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that causes redness and bumps on the face. The symptoms include the thickening of the skin, redness and pimples. It is important to treat this skin condition at the early stages because it can get worse if left untreated. The areas that are prone to get affected are chin, forehead and cheeks. This skin condition is often mistaken for acne. Here are few natural remedies that can help reduce the symptoms of rosacea to a considerable extent.

Green Tea

Green tea has various anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce redness and inflammation on the skin. Make a regular cup of green tea and keep it in the fridge for about 40-45 minutes. After 45 minutes, take a clean piece of cloth and soak it in the cup. After that, massage it over the affected areas. Do this regularly to see better results.

Aloe Vera

Pluck a fresh leaf from the aloe vera plant and extract the gel. Then, apply the aloe vera gel all over the affected areas and wash it off with cold water.

Honey

Honey is an effective remedy for skin redness as it has a rich source of humectant that is responsible for moisture in the skin. Massage a bit of honey on the affected areas and let it dry for 30 minutes. Then, wash it off with lukewarm water.

Essential Oils

Essential oils like lavender, jasmine, rose, tea tree, thyme has anti-inflammatory and healing properties that can do wonders for your skin. Add 2-3 drops of any essential oil to few drops carrier oils like almond or coconut and apply it over the affected area before sleeping.

SPF

In order to protect your skin from the extreme sun heat and UV rays, it is essential to apply a layer of sunscreen. By doing so, you can keep redness and rashes at bay.

These remedies may help you to reduce the symptoms of rosacea. However, if problems persist, consult a dermatologist immediately.