Is Vbeam the best laser to treat rosacea redness? I read it helps with reducing oily skin and heat flushes - is this true?

Vbeam laser is an excellent modality for patients who have rosacea, blushing of the skin, facial and body telangiectasia, spider veins, redness, post surgical redness, and skin flushing. It is a safe procedure that can be used at varying depths to help treat micro blood vessels in the skin. We also use it in our office for facial skin inflammation, keloids, and hypertrophic scarring. It is an important part of scar therapy. Vbeam can be combined with chemical peels and other lasers, but experience with the treatment is essential. The Vbeam laser does not affect deeper tissue. Schedule a consultation with an expert in Vbeam and you will find it to be an excellent modality for many skin types.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Vbeam is a vascular laser that is specifically designed to treat concerns like visible veins and diffuse skin redness. The laser targets the blood in the vessel, coagulating vessels to eliminate them. The device also works well to manage redness caused by rosacea. Make sure you work with a board-certified dermatologist with extensive training in managing rosacea symptoms. With a qualified provider and a customized treatment plan, you should be able to see relief from your symptoms. 

Thank you for your question and I’m sorry you have not seen positive results with IPL. Vbeam may be a very good option for you, as this vascular laser is designed to treat concerns like visible veins and diffuse redness. However, I recommend scheduling a consultation with an experienced, board-certified dermatologist who can assess you in person and determine whether Vbeam might be the right treatment for you. 

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. For rosacea, I like a combination approach, using lasers (ProYellow, Pulsed Dye/Vbeam, Excel V), peels and botox to the cheeks. This makes dramatic changes in color and symptoms. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Over the years VBEAM has been considered the gold standard when using laser to treat any vascular related skin condition, rosacea included. At Dennis Gross Dermatology we still believe this to be true. Although as other technologies have improved over the years- I actually find combination therapy to be specifically successful. Alternating peels, vbeam & IPL help to treat & alleviate the rosacea- but it is also a great way to maintain & prevent it from returning down the road.