Can I have Botox when I have rosacea?

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Hi I have rosacea I feel it has aged my skin for some reason. I am also prone to allergic reactions on my face and I have had a few reactions throughout my adult life. I recently had an allergic reaction to finacea recently. I have always looked younger than my age but with the onset of rosacea, a period of severe stress and and illness I feel more wrinkles appearing. My sister has rosacea and the results are great. What would you recommend to minimise risks if I I did opt to have botox?

Jessica Lattman, MD · Answer

Yes, you can have botox with rosacea.  It is not a problem.  The skin condition does not mean that you can't have botox to the face.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Botox can treat rosacea if injected properly.  I suggest a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist.  However, the best first line treatments are Vbeam or Excel V.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

There is no published information that states there is contra-indication to using Botox in the face of rosacea. Make sure you have a consultation with a certified professional before undergoing the procedure as they can discuss with you the expectations and risks, but the rosacea should not keep you from being a candidate for Botox treatments.

Mark Glasgold, MD, FACS · Answer

There should be no problem with botox and rosacea.  anecdotal reports (doctors talking to each other) have suggested that botox can be used to treat rosacea and we have done this with limited success, but it has not gotten worse

Maria Milone, MBBS · Answer

Thankyou for your question.I have many patients with rosacea having botox treatments.
There is no reason you cannot have botox . It does not make the rosacea worse. All treatments that are used for rosacea including low dose antibiotics with anti-inflammatory effect , topical creams  and lasers can be used at the same time .If you are having laser in the areas you are having botox , you should keep in mind any swelling that occurs with the laser can potentially effect the spread of the botox so I would perhaps space these one week apart .

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