The first step in treating rosacea is to begin with a gentle skin care regimen, such as mild cleansers and use of moisturizers with sunscreen. Examples of mild cleansers include Cetaphil facial cleanser, Cerave hydrating cleanser, and Vanicream cleansing bar. Also, patients with rosacea should use a moisturizer with sunscreen every morning as ultraviolet light is known to trigger rosacea. Patients with rosacea should also moisturize nightly too because the skin is more prone to irritation and dryness. The second step in the treatment of rosacea is avoidance of triggers., Some patients may notice flares of rosacea with consumption of red wine or other alcoholic beverages, while others may notice flaring with spicy foods. Other common triggers of rosacea include sun exposure, emotional stress, wind, hot beverages, and caffeine. If you are out for dinner on a Friday or Saturday night, and you start to feel flushed or red, chewing on ice chips or sorbet may help cool you down and reduce the flushing episode.