Rosacea Flare Ups In Summer? Here’s What You Need to Know
If your skin turns red, blotchy, or irritated every time the temperature rises, you might be dealing with rosacea—a chronic skin condition that often worsens in the summer months. From intense heat and sun exposure to high humidity, summer introduces several environmental triggers that can make managing rosacea more difficult.
At Lébo Aesthetics & Spa, we understand how frustrating and uncomfortable rosacea can be, especially when flare-ups affect your confidence and day-to-day comfort. Whether you’ve been officially diagnosed or simply struggle with persistent redness and sensitivity, we’re here to help with expert-backed treatments and professional-grade skincare tailored to your skin.
In this article, we’re breaking down:
- What causes rosacea and why it flares up in summer
- How to calm and protect rosacea-prone skin
- What ingredients to look for (and avoid!) in your skincare routine
- Professional services at Lébo that reduce redness, inflammation, and discomfort
What Is Rosacea?
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects more than 16 million Americans. It typically presents as:
- Persistent facial redness
- Visible blood vessels (telangiectasia)
- Bumps and pustules that resemble acne
- Skin sensitivity or burning/stinging sensations
- Flushing triggered by heat, stress, alcohol, or spicy food
While rosacea can affect anyone, it’s most common in individuals with fair skin, those aged 30 to 60, and people with a family history of the condition. There is no cure for rosacea, but with proper care and treatment, symptoms can be significantly managed and minimized.
Why Rosacea Flares Up in Summer
If it feels like your skin becomes more reactive during warm-weather months, you’re not imagining it. Summer is one of the most challenging seasons for those with rosacea because it introduces a range of common triggers, including:
🔥 Heat and Sun Exposure: Heat causes blood vessels to dilate, which increases flushing and redness. Direct sunlight also irritates the skin and can intensify inflammation. UV radiation, in particular, is a major trigger for rosacea symptoms.
💧 Humidity and Sweat: Excess sweating can aggravate rosacea, especially when sweat mixes with sunscreen, makeup, or bacteria on the skin. Humid conditions can lead to clogged pores and more inflammation.
🍷 Outdoor Social Triggers: Summer often comes with barbecues, cocktails, spicy foods, and long hours outside—all common lifestyle triggers for rosacea. Alcohol, spicy foods, and stress can lead to sudden flushing and flare-ups.
How to Protect and Calm Rosacea-Prone Skin
Managing rosacea in the summer doesn’t mean avoiding the outdoors altogether—it just requires a strategic skin care and lifestyle approach. Here are some essential tips to help calm and protect your skin:
✅ Stick to Gentle Skincare: Avoid harsh scrubs, aggressive exfoliants, and anything with fragrance or alcohol. Choose gentle, non-abrasive cleansers and avoid over-cleansing, which can strip your skin barrier.
☀️ Wear Mineral-Based SPF Daily: Sun protection is non-negotiable. Look for broad-spectrum, mineral-based sunscreens with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide—these ingredients are less likely to irritate sensitive skin. Avoid chemical sunscreens, which may cause burning or stinging.
💧 Stay Hydrated Inside and Out: Drink plenty of water and use lightweight, hydrating moisturizers to support your skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
👒 Avoid Peak Heat Hours: Try to limit your outdoor time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest. When you are outside, wear a wide-brimmed hat and seek shade whenever possible.
Skin Care Products for Rosacea: What to Use and What to Avoid
At Lébo Aesthetics & Spa, we offer medical-grade skin care products that are specifically curated to support sensitive, rosacea-prone skin. These products are backed by science, free from common irritants, and contain higher concentrations of active ingredients for visible results.
✔️ Ingredients to Look For:
- Vitamins A & E: Potent antioxidants that protect against environmental skin aging
- ZO-RRS2 ®: ZO Skin Health’s exclusive plant stem cell complex that helps to neutralize free radicals while soothing visible redness
- ZPOLY ™: ZO Skin Health’s exclusive plant-derived polysaccharide complex that minimizes signs of premature aging while infusing extended hydration
- Micrococcus lysate, arabidopsis thaliana extract: Specialized enzymes that encourage optimum skin cell health
- Niacinamide: Calms inflammation, improves skin barrier function, and reduces redness.
- Azelaic Acid: Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial—great for calming redness and reducing pustules.
- Ceramides: Restore and strengthen the skin’s natural barrier, which is often compromised in those with rosacea.
- Green Tea Extract: A powerful antioxidant that soothes irritated skin and reduces visible redness.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Provides hydration without clogging pores or causing irritation.
❌ Ingredients to Avoid:
- Alcohol
- Fragrance
- Menthol or peppermint oil
- Harsh exfoliants (like physical scrubs or high-percentage AHAs)
- Sodium lauryl sulfate (found in many foaming cleansers)
Our team at Lébo will help you build a personalized skin care routine using only what your skin truly needs—no guessing, no waste, just results.
In-Office Treatments for Rosacea at Lébo Aesthetics & Spa
When over-the-counter products and lifestyle changes aren’t enough to control your rosacea, professional skin treatments can make a big difference. At Lébo Aesthetics & Spa, we offer several proven options that help reduce redness, strengthen the skin barrier, and improve overall skin tone and texture.
- Photorejuvenation – IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Therapy
Photorejuvenation is one of the most effective treatments for the visible signs of rosacea, especially redness and broken capillaries. It works by delivering targeted light energy to dilated blood vessels under the skin, causing them to collapse and be reabsorbed by the body.
Benefits of IPL for rosacea:
- Reduces redness and flushing
- Diminishes visible blood vessels
- Improves skin clarity
- Little to no downtime
- Glo2Facial with Calming Serums
Our Glo2Facial treatment can be customized for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin. Using gentle exfoliation and oxygenation, it delivers soothing, anti-inflammatory serums that calm redness, reduce puffiness, and hydrate deeply.
This is a great treatment if you want to:
- Calm irritated skin
- Gently exfoliate without triggering a flare
- Boost hydration and radiance
- LED Light Therapy
Red light therapy helps reduce inflammation and stimulates healing. It’s completely non-invasive and often recommended as a supportive treatment for chronic rosacea symptoms.
Why Medical-Grade Skin Care Matters for Rosacea
Rosacea-prone skin is highly reactive—so using the wrong product can cause flare-ups that take days (or weeks) to calm down. That’s why we recommend medical-grade skin care, which offers:
- Higher concentrations of active, calming ingredients
- Rigorous testing and clinical backing
- Formulations free from common irritants
- Better penetration into the skin for faster, more effective results
Over-the-counter brands may claim to be “gentle,” but they’re not regulated the same way. At Lébo Aesthetics & Spa, we’ll help you cut through the confusion and invest in products that truly support your skin’s long-term health.
Not Sure What’s Causing Your Redness? Let’s Talk.
If you’ve never been diagnosed with rosacea but suspect that your symptoms may point in that direction, a consultation is the first step. Our experienced team at Lébo Aesthetics & Spa will evaluate your skin, listen to your concerns, and recommend the best combination of treatments and products tailored to your needs.
We understand that rosacea isn’t just a cosmetic issue—it affects your confidence, comfort, and quality of life. Let’s create a plan that brings relief and results.
Book Your Free Rosacea Consultation Today
Rosacea flare-ups don’t have to be your “normal.” Whether you’re dealing with occasional redness or daily discomfort, the team at Lébo Aesthetics & Spa is here to help you feel confident in your skin—through every season.
Schedule your FREE consultation today to discover the best products and treatments to calm, protect, and restore your skin.
