Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hi everyone, today I’m sharing my personal rosacea story in the hope that it helps others going through something similar. I’ll be talking about how rosacea compares to acne (the key similarities and differences) as well as common symptoms, triggers, misconceptions and the treatments that have worked for me.
Do you have any experience with rosacea? I’d love to hear your story in the comments.
Thanks so much for watching 💕
Carmel xx
*DISCLAIMER:* *I am not a medical professional, please seek advice from a doctor if suffering from any of the conditions mentioned.*
*Source of Information: nhs.uk/conditions/rosacea/*
*Products I Use to Treat My Rosacea:*
*LaCabine 10% Azelaic Acid Serum Cream* (The only link I could find as I purchased in Spain!)
go.shopmy.us/p-21973357
*The Ordinary Azelaic Acid 10%*
go.shopmy.us/p-21973412 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21973365 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-21973381 (The Ordinary)
*Cantabria Labs Skin Resist Daily Fluid*
go.shopmy.us/p-21973562
*Cantabria Labs Skin Resist Daily Fluid Velvet Cleanser*
go.shopmy.us/p-21973565
*QURE LED Light Therapy Mask (10% discount link)*
qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417 (Gifted)
*The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides* (Basic Moisteriser)
go.shopmy.us/p-21974034 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21974046 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-21974012 (The Ordinary)
*Makeup Worn:*
Armani Armani Eye Tint (22M)
go.shopmy.us/p-21341961
Essence Lash Without Limits Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-17279385
Lisa Eldridge Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint (T8)
go.shopmy.us/p-18323833
Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Lip + Cheek Glow Blush Stick (Cherry Glow)
go.shopmy.us/p-19813441
Dior Addict Hydrating Shine Lipstick (Shade 100)
go.shopmy.us/p-20394424
Chapters ⏰
00:00 Intro
00:37 Disclaimer
01:03 My Story
02:16 What is rosacea? Signs & symptoms
02:50 Common Rosacea Misconceptions/Myths
04:53 Acne vs Rosacea: How To Tell the Difference
06:43 Common Rosacea Triggers to Be Aware Of
07:37 Rosacea Treatment
08:12 What I Used During My Worst Flare-Up (Topical Treatments)
11:44 Before and After Results
*DISCOUNT CODES:*
*BK BEAUTY Brushes 10% Discount Code: CARMEL10*
go.shopmy.us/p-13182696
*QURE LED Light Therapy Mask 10% discount link*
qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417
*CALECIM 15% Discount Code: CARMEL*
*This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description may contain affiliate links. I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through these links, at no added cost to yourself. Your support is truly appreciated ☺️ Please be assured that every product recommendation is absolutely genuine and bought with my own money - unless specifically marked as GIFTED.*
My Skin Information: 🙋♀️
Age 42 with dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with muted warm undertones. Hyperpigmentation, rosacea & broken capillaries.
My foundation preferences: 😊
Light to medium coverage, has to be buildable. I prefer a luminous, glowy or soft satin finish.
My Foundation Shades:
* Nars Light Reflecting Foundation: Shade Patagonia
* ELF Soft Glam Satin Foundation: Shade 25
* Maybelline Lumi Matte Foundation: Shade 128
* Fenty Soft’lit Naturally Luminous Foundation: Shade 225
* Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Foundation: Shade 210
* Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation: Shade 5N
* L’Oreal True Match Foundation: Shade 3N
* Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation: Shade 7.5
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30
* Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14
*Enquiries: carmelnicolebeauty@gmail.com*
Hi everyone, today I’m sharing my personal rosacea story in the hope that it helps others going through something similar. I’ll be talking about how rosacea compares to acne (the key similarities and differences) as well as common symptoms, triggers, misconceptions and the treatments that have worked for me.
Do you have any experience with rosacea? I’d love to hear your story in the comments.
Thanks so much for watching 💕
Carmel xx
*DISCLAIMER:* *I am not a medical professional, please seek advice from a doctor if suffering from any of the conditions mentioned.*
*Source of Information: nhs.uk/conditions/rosacea/*
*Products I Use to Treat My Rosacea:*
*LaCabine 10% Azelaic Acid Serum Cream* (The only link I could find as I purchased in Spain!)
go.shopmy.us/p-21973357
*The Ordinary Azelaic Acid 10%*
go.shopmy.us/p-21973412 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21973365 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-21973381 (The Ordinary)
*Cantabria Labs Skin Resist Daily Fluid*
go.shopmy.us/p-21973562
*Cantabria Labs Skin Resist Daily Fluid Velvet Cleanser*
go.shopmy.us/p-21973565
*QURE LED Light Therapy Mask (10% discount link)*
qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417 (Gifted)
*The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides* (Basic Moisteriser)
go.shopmy.us/p-21974034 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21974046 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-21974012 (The Ordinary)
*Makeup Worn:*
Armani Armani Eye Tint (22M)
go.shopmy.us/p-21341961
Essence Lash Without Limits Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-17279385
Lisa Eldridge Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint (T8)
go.shopmy.us/p-18323833
Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Lip + Cheek Glow Blush Stick (Cherry Glow)
go.shopmy.us/p-19813441
Dior Addict Hydrating Shine Lipstick (Shade 100)
go.shopmy.us/p-20394424
Chapters ⏰
00:00 Intro
00:37 Disclaimer
01:03 My Story
02:16 What is rosacea? Signs & symptoms
02:50 Common Rosacea Misconceptions/Myths
04:53 Acne vs Rosacea: How To Tell the Difference
06:43 Common Rosacea Triggers to Be Aware Of
07:37 Rosacea Treatment
08:12 What I Used During My Worst Flare-Up (Topical Treatments)
11:44 Before and After Results
*DISCOUNT CODES:*
*BK BEAUTY Brushes 10% Discount Code: CARMEL10*
go.shopmy.us/p-13182696
*QURE LED Light Therapy Mask 10% discount link*
qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417
*CALECIM 15% Discount Code: CARMEL*
*This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description may contain affiliate links. I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through these links, at no added cost to yourself. Your support is truly appreciated ☺️ Please be assured that every product recommendation is absolutely genuine and bought with my own money - unless specifically marked as GIFTED.*
My Skin Information: 🙋♀️
Age 42 with dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with muted warm undertones. Hyperpigmentation, rosacea & broken capillaries.
My foundation preferences: 😊
Light to medium coverage, has to be buildable. I prefer a luminous, glowy or soft satin finish.
My Foundation Shades:
* Nars Light Reflecting Foundation: Shade Patagonia
* ELF Soft Glam Satin Foundation: Shade 25
* Maybelline Lumi Matte Foundation: Shade 128
* Fenty Soft’lit Naturally Luminous Foundation: Shade 225
* Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Foundation: Shade 210
* Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation: Shade 5N
* L’Oreal True Match Foundation: Shade 3N
* Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation: Shade 7.5
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30
* Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14
*Enquiries: carmelnicolebeauty@gmail.com*
