Calm rosacea, redness & flushing in Greater Montréal.

Rosacea is caused by a combination of factors rather than a single one: an overactive immune and inflammatory response, facial blood vessels that dilate too easily, a weakened skin barrier, and in some cases Demodex mites that naturally live on the skin. Genetics play a strong role, so it often runs in families, and it most commonly affects fair-skinned adults between 30 and 60 — though it appears on all skin tones. It is not caused by poor hygiene. While the underlying tendency can't be erased, the visible signs can be controlled very effectively with the right treatments and trigger management. We pinpoint your specific picture at your free consultation.

There is no single "best" treatment — the most effective results come from matching the approach to your rosacea subtype. For persistent redness and visible broken capillaries, targeted vascular laser is considered the gold standard. For reactive, bumpy, sensitive skin, a sensitive calming facial with LED soothes inflammation and rebuilds the barrier, while lymphatic drainage helps reduce flushing and puffiness. Most people do best with a gentle combination plus diligent trigger management and daily SPF. At your free consultation we'll recommend the right starting point and sequence for your skin.

It depends on the treatment and the severity of your rosacea. Calming facials and lymphatic drainage soothe skin from the very first session, and we often recommend a monthly cadence to keep flares at bay. Vascular laser for redness and broken capillaries usually works best as a short series of three to six sessions, spaced a few weeks apart, with gradual, cumulative improvement. Because rosacea is chronic, periodic maintenance keeps results looking their best. We'll map out an exact plan and realistic timeline at your free consultation.

Most of our rosacea treatments have little to no downtime. Sensitive calming facials, LED, and lymphatic drainage are completely gentle — you leave looking calmer and can return to your day right away. After vascular laser, you may notice mild redness or slight warmth for a few hours to a day, similar to a light flush, which settles quickly; occasionally treated vessels darken briefly before fading. We always tell you exactly what to expect, and strict daily SPF afterward is essential to protect results.

You can't prevent the underlying genetic tendency, but you can dramatically reduce flares and keep rosacea calm. The biggest levers are daily broad-spectrum SPF 30+, a gentle fragrance-free skincare routine that protects the barrier, and avoiding your personal triggers — commonly sun, heat, alcohol, spicy food, stress, and harsh products. Montréal's UV in summer and cold wind in winter both provoke reactive skin, so year-round protection matters. Pairing good daily habits with periodic in-clinic treatments is the most reliable way to stay clear and comfortable.

Rosacea is a chronic condition, so it's best to think in terms of long-term control rather than a permanent cure. Vascular laser can clear individual broken capillaries for good, but because rosacea-prone skin tends to form new vessels and flush over time, occasional maintenance keeps the redness in check. Calming facials and lymphatic drainage manage reactivity on an ongoing basis. With a consistent routine, trigger management, and periodic treatments, most clients keep their skin noticeably calmer, clearer, and more even for the long term.

Cleanse Gently

Use a soft, non-foaming, fragrance-free cleanser and lukewarm water. Skip scrubs, washcloths, and hot water that strip and inflame the barrier.

Soothe & Hydrate

Apply a calming moisturizer with ingredients like niacinamide, ceramides, and glycerin to repair and strengthen reactive skin.

SPF Every Morning

Finish with a mineral broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily, year-round. Sun is the number-one rosacea trigger in any season.

Patch Test New Products

Introduce one product at a time and patch test first — rosacea skin reacts quickly, so slow and gentle wins.

Heat & Sun

Sun exposure, saunas, hot showers, and overheating are the most common flare triggers. Stay cool and protected.

Food & Drink

Alcohol (especially red wine), spicy food, and hot beverages dilate facial vessels and provoke flushing in many people.

Stress & Intense Exercise

Emotional stress and high-intensity workouts can trigger flares. Gentler exercise and stress management help.

Harsh Skincare

Strong acids, retinoids, scrubs, alcohol-based toners, and fragrance inflame rosacea. Keep your routine simple and soothing.

If facial redness, flushing, visible capillaries, or bumps are persistent, getting worse, or affecting your confidence, it's worth a professional assessment. The earlier rosacea is managed, the easier it is to keep calm and the less likely vessels are to become permanently visible. If you also have eye irritation or significant thickening of the skin, we'll guide you on when a dermatologist or physician should be involved alongside your in-clinic treatments. Your free consultation at New Age Spa is a no-pressure way to understand exactly what you're dealing with and your options.

Yes — combining treatments is usually how we get the best results. We often pair a sensitive calming facial and lymphatic drainage to soothe and decongest reactive skin, then add targeted vascular laser to clear the redness and broken capillaries. Your esthetician sequences and paces everything so treatments complement each other without over-stressing your skin. We'll design the right combination for your rosacea at your free consultation.