Struggling With Redness or Flushing? Here’s How We Treat It Gently and Effectively
Facial redness is one of the most common reasons people seek treatment at Platinum Cosmetics. Whether it’s caused by rosacea, sensitivity, sun exposure, or inflammation, persistent redness can be frustrating — especially when makeup won’t cover it or products make it worse.
Thankfully, there are safe and effective ways to calm and strengthen red or reactive skin, without harsh products or downtime.
What causes facial redness and flushing?
Redness can be triggered by a number of factors, including:
Rosacea (a chronic inflammatory skin condition)
Sun exposure and heat sensitivity
Broken capillaries or visible blood vessels
Post-inflammatory redness after acne or irritation
Overuse of actives (like retinol or exfoliating acids)
In many cases, the skin’s barrier is compromised, which leads to increased sensitivity and visible inflammation.
How we treat redness at Platinum Cosmetics
Our approach is always tailored to the underlying cause — and focused on strengthening the skin’s barrier while reducing inflammation.
Here’s how we help:
1. Fotona Laser Treatments for Vascular Concerns
Our Fotona laser system can precisely target broken capillaries and vascular redness. Using the Nd:YAG wavelength, we heat and collapse tiny blood vessels beneath the skin’s surface without harming surrounding tissue.
Clients typically notice a gradual reduction in flushing and visible redness over a series of sessions.
2. Soothing Clinical Facials
For sensitive, inflamed, or reactive skin, our facials are tailored with anti-inflammatory ingredients and barrier-building hydration. These treatments reduce redness, calm flare-ups, and support long-term healing.
Perfect for those with rosacea or post-procedure skin.
3. Strengthening Skin Care at Home
We’ll often recommend medical-grade products that focus on:
Rebuilding the lipid barrier
Reducing visible redness
Supporting healthy microbiome balance
Browse our Skin Care range or ask about a personalised regimen.
4. Avoiding known triggers
We’ll also talk through lifestyle triggers (like heat, alcohol, spicy foods, or active ingredients) that may be contributing to the problem. Treating redness often involves small changes that make a big difference over time.
Is it rosacea or just sensitivity?
Not all redness means rosacea — but if you notice persistent flushing, small visible vessels, or skin that stings when applying products, it’s worth having it professionally assessed.
Our dermal clinicians can help distinguish between temporary irritation and ongoing inflammatory skin concerns, and guide you toward safe, effective treatment.
Book a redness consultation in Port Melbourne
If you’re tired of covering up or guessing at solutions, book a consultation with our experienced team. We’ll listen to your concerns, assess your skin, and create a treatment plan that works gently but effectively.