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Commonly Used Rosacea Terms

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Vanicream® – moisturizer recommended for dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis.
Vanoxide HC® - (Dermik), benzoyl peroxide acne lotion
Vascular – of or pertaining to the blood vessels.

Vascular Constriction - anything which causes the blood vessels to shrink or constrict resulting in a less ruddy complexion. May be caused by a variety of environmental, physical or emotional factors.

Vascular Dilation – anything which causes the blood vessels to enlarge or expand resulting in flushing or pink or red skin tone. May be caused by a variety of environmental, physical or emotional factors.

Vascularity - increased prominence of blood vessels

Vibramycin® - An oral antibiotic which is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is often prescribed for rosacea. Also sold under the brand name(s): Vibra-Tabs®, Monodox®, Doxycycline®, Doryx®, Novodoxylin®

Vibra-Tabs® - An oral antibiotic which is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is often prescribed for rosacea. Also sold under the brand name(s): Vibramycin®, Monodox®, Doxycycline®, Doryx®, Novodoxylin®

Vitamin C - an anti-oxidant applied topically which is theorized to help protect cells from the damage of free radicals, molecules resulting from environmental pollution and ultra-violet light rays.

Vita-Oil - by Linda Sy, a light, rapidly absorbed oil containing esters of vitamins A, C & D.

Vytone® - Cream by Dermik, (Hydrocortisone - Iodoquino – Topical) a low-potency steroid.