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Ruddy Complexion
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.

Ruddy Complexion

by e.r.mchugh, May 12, 2002 12:00AM


I am 65 years old and have rosacea. This condition seems to be under control with metrogel .75%. I also have what is called a RUDDY complexion. Is there anything that can be done for for this.

by Alan Rockoff, MD, May 12, 2002 12:00AM
A little.  You can use yellow- or green-tinted makeup to hide red highlights without looking heavily made-up.  There are several brands, available at cosmetic counters.



The other option is to have some of the ruddiness and blood vessels lasered away.  Current technology makes this rather simple, safe, and not too expensive (in the few-hundred-dollar range.)



Take care.



Dr. Rockoff
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