The main causes of red spots
Do you suffer from red spots or visible spots on your face? Discover the causes and effective solutions for smooth, smooth skin. Read on and find the treatment that's right for you.
What are red spots?
Do you suffer from red spots, rapidly blushing skin or visible blood vessels in your face? This can be quite annoying and affect your self-esteem. Red spots can have various causes, such as allergies, food or weather conditions. On this page, you'll discover the five main causes of red spots and how to treat them effectively.
The five main causes of red spots
1. Allergic reaction
An allergic reaction is a common cause of red spots. These often occur after contact with an allergen, such as certain foods, pollen, or an insect bite. The skin reacts with redness, itching or bumps, but luckily the spots usually disappear on their own as soon as the allergic reaction subsides.
2. Food and drink
What you eat and drink has a direct impact on your skin. Spicy foods, aged cheese, spinach, and citrus fruits contain substances that can cause redness. Alcohol and hot drinks can also contribute to flushed cheeks or red spots. Keep a close eye on your diet to discover which foods trigger your redness.
3. Effort
Exercise is good for your health, but can temporarily cause a red face. During intense exercise, your body overheats, causing your face to turn red. This is a normal reaction and usually goes away on its own. Make sure you drink enough water and dose your effort if this happens more often.
4. Skin Care Products
Certain skin care products may cause redness or irritation, especially on sensitive skin. Ingredients such as alcohol, perfume, and irritating chemicals can make the skin reaction worse. That's why you should choose mild, skin-friendly products. At Clinic Doctor Frodo, we recommend the products of SkinCeutics, specially developed for sensitive skin.
5. Weather conditions
Extreme weather conditions such as sun, cold or wind are a challenge for your skin. Too much UV exposure can cause redness, while cold and wind dry and irritate the skin. Therefore, protect your skin with sunscreen in the summer and wear a hat and scarf in the winter.
How to treat red spots
If red spots keep coming back or bother you, an IPL couperose treatment can be a good solution. During this treatment, the blood vessels that cause the red glow are reduced, making your skin look smoother and calmer. The result is often visible after just one session, with optimal results after multiple treatments.
Advantages and disadvantages
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Benefits
- In case of severe allergic reactions medical treatment that is not mentioned in the text may be required.
- Switching to mild products can quickly improve sensitive skin.
- In many cases, IPL or laser treatments can effectively help to reduce red spots and make the skin more even.
Disadvantages
- In case of severe allergic reactions medical treatment may be necessary and we are unable to provide cosmetic treatment.
- When exercising excessively redness may become recurrent or disturbing without a clear solution.
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FAQs
What are red spots?
Red spots are skin discolorations caused by various factors, such as allergies, diet, weather influences, skin care or physical exertion.
How do red spots occur due to food?
Foods such as spicy foods, histamine-rich products (for example, aged cheese or citrus fruits), or alcohol can cause blood vessels to dilate, causing facial redness.
What is IPL couperose treatment?
An IPL couperose treatment uses intense pulsed light to make small, visible blood vessels in the face less visible. This ensures a smoother and calmer looking skin.
Are red spots dangerous?
Most of the time, red spots are harmless. However, if they persist, are accompanied by other symptoms, or worsen, it is wise to see a doctor.
Does skin care help against red spots?
Yes, mild skin care products without irritating ingredients such as alcohol or perfume can reduce redness and soothe the skin.
Can stress or emotions cause red spots?
Yes, stress and strong emotions can cause temporary redness because blood vessels in the skin dilate.
How do I protect my skin against UV rays?
Use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily to prevent redness and damage caused by UV rays. Repeat application regularly, especially after swimming or perspiring.
What should I avoid with sensitive skin?
Avoid products containing irritants such as alcohol, perfume, and harsh chemicals. Opt for hypoallergenic, skin-friendly formulas.
Are red spots caused by exercise normal?
Yes, this is a normal response to exercise. During exercise, your body increases blood circulation, which can temporarily cause redness.
How fast does an IPL treatment work?
Improvement is often visible after one IPL session. The optimal result is achieved after several treatments, depending on the severity of the redness.
Can red spots occur due to cold?
Yes, cold wind and low temperatures can dry out the skin and make it red. This is because the skin barrier weakens under extreme conditions.
Do red spot creams help?
Yes, a good moisturizer can soothe the skin, protect it from external influences and reduce redness.
What is the difference between rosacea and rosacea?
Couperose only affects visible, dilated blood vessels, while rosacea also causes inflammation, swelling and sometimes pimples.
How do I recognize allergic redness?
Allergic redness is often accompanied by itching, swelling, or small bumps. This usually occurs after contact with an allergen, such as a certain substance or food.
What can you do about red spots due to food?
Try to identify the causative foods and avoid them. This can be done by keeping a food diary and paying attention to which products cause redness.
How do I protect my skin in cold weather?
Wear a hat and scarf to cover the skin and use a protective, hydrating cream to prevent dehydration and irritation caused by cold wind.
Can makeup make redness worse?
Yes, makeup with irritating ingredients can make redness worse. Therefore, choose hypoallergenic makeup designed specifically for sensitive skin.
Can rosacea cause red spots?
Yes, rosacea is a common cause of red spots and facial redness. It may also be accompanied by swelling and a burning sensation.
Is red skin normal after a bug bite?
Yes, this is a normal skin reaction to an insect bite. The redness usually disappears on its own within a few days.
How can I reduce red spots due to exercise?
Keep your body cool by exercising in a ventilated area, drink plenty of water and dose your effort to prevent overheating.