Face Turns Red When Embarassed/Nervous?

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

It sounds like you have Rosacea. It is a very common skin
condition that affects millions. There are several treatments for Rosacea
-- they range from topical prescription creams to antibiotic pills to in-office
laser treatments. All are effective depending on the type of rosacea and
your board-certified dermatologist can help you decide which is best for you.

Dear Pamjam8,
Not to worry. There are solutions for rosacea that can help with the facial flushing, which is perhaps one of the more embarrassing components of rosacea. The redness and flushing can usually only be partially controlled with a topical vasoconstrictor. The only one on the market today is "Mirvaso" and is a prescription drug which usually lasts about 6-8 hours after application. See your dermatologist for more detailed instructions and to see if it's the right type of medication for you. 
Best of luck! 
Dr. S