Sensitive facial skin - rosacea and the skin barrier

Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition characterised by dilated blood vessels and papulopustules. However, it is not commonly known that the skin barrier plays a very important part in the pathogenesis of this entity. Management of the sensitive facial skin is therefore as important as using anti-inflammatory topical and systemic agents. The general principles of how sensitive facial skin can be managed is discussed in this video. Subscribe and click the bell icon to stay up-to-date for more dermatology lectures!