I have Rosacea, where to now?

I have Rosacea, where to now?

Author: Greg (Co-Founder/MD) & Lara (Head of Content/Education) October 10, 2022 Duration: 18:53

In episode 8 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Lara and Greg are joined by Dr. Ian Webster (Dermatologist) who shares his experience in treating Rosacea - a common yet chronic relapsing skin condition.

Favourite quotes from this episode:

"The sun is number one" [when it comes to trigger factors].

"Sometimes you get people who have Rosacea and Acne, and that makes it even more tricky"

"As Dermatologists, we are uniquely qualified to treat Rosacea, because it can require medical as well as a surgical treatment"

Lara's Morning Routine:

MartiDerm Acniover Purifying Gel

Beaut™ Face Juice

Dr. Barbara Sturm The Better B Niacinamide Serum

Lamelle Helase Urban Defence 30

Greg's Morning Routine:

MartiDerm Acniover Purifying Gel

Exuviance Total Correct Vitamin C Tone Correcting Serum / Neostrata ENLIGHTEN 15% Vitamin C + PHA Serum

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

Kiehls Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing&Dark Circle-Diminishing Vitamin C Eye Serum

Rosacea Skincare Products mentioned:

Red, Rosacea-Prone Category

Bioderma Photoderm AR SPF50+

Bioderma Sensibio H20 Cleanser

Bioderma Sensibio AR BB Cream SPF 30

Dermastore® Rosacea Box

SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective

NeoStrata® Redness Neutralizing Serum

La Roche-Posay Rosaliac AR Intense


The Dermastore® Podcast is a space where the worlds of beauty, business, and science intersect. Hosted by Greg, the company's Co-Founder and Managing Director, and Lara, the Head of Content and Education, this series goes beyond surface-level tips. It’s a deep, often nerdy, dive into the realities of skin health, the art of effective formulation, and the entrepreneurial journey of building a brand in the beauty industry. Each conversation is built on a foundation of genuine expertise, blending practical skincare advice with behind-the-scenes insights on what it takes to create products that actually work. You'll hear honest discussions about ingredient efficacy, marketing myths, and the balance between creative vision and commercial strategy. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a skincare enthusiast hungry for detailed knowledge, or someone working in the fashion and arts spaces where image and substance meet, this podcast offers a unique perspective. It’s for anyone who believes that understanding the why behind a product is just as important as using it. Join Greg and Lara as they explore all things skincare, from the molecular to the macroeconomic, in a way that’s both informative and refreshingly direct.
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