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.