As someone who prescribes medicine to help people feel better, I typically agree with using the most common treatments. But when it comes to skin problems like Rosacea and Perioral Dermatitis, I like to do things a little differently. Instead of giving antibiotics right away, I only use them as a last option.
Antibiotics are strong medicines that fight infections, but I also believe they also are used too often for skin problems as a quick fix. I didn’t fully realize this until I had my own experience with both Perioral Dermatitis and Rosacea. That made me think differently about how to treat these conditions.
Why Not Antibiotics
There are a few reasons why I don’t like to jump to antibiotics for treating skin issues like Perioral Dermatitis. One common antibiotic, Doxycycline, does work for most people, but it can cause side effects like stomach problems and upset the balance of good bacteria in your gut. This “gut imbalance” can lead to bigger problems like inflammation and other diseases in the long run. Another problem is that after people stop taking the antibiotic, the skin condition often comes back.
Sulfur as a Long-Term Solution
That’s when I started looking for long-term solutions that don’t involve antibiotics. One of the best things I found is Sulfur. Sulfur has been used to treat skin problems like acne and infections for hundreds of years! It helps reduce oil, clears clogged pores, and gently removes dead skin. Sulfur also has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal properties, which makes it great for Rosacea, Acne, and Perioral Dermatitis. At lower percentages, you don’t even smell the Sulfur!
For me and many of my patients, Sulfur has been the only thing that works.
I recommend using the Saving Face 3% Sulfur Cleanser to help with Rosacea or Perioral Dermatitis. You can usually avoid using antibiotics for these conditions by washing your face with a Sulfur Cleanser twice a day and keeping your skin routine very simple. Of course, it’s always smart to check with your own dermatologist, but trying Sulfur might just be the magic fix you need!
References
Koller, E.J., Wood, C.A., Lai, Z. et al. Doxycycline for transgene control disrupts gut microbiome diversity without compromising acute neuroinflammatory response. J Neuroinflammation 21, 11 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12974-023-03004-4
