One of the biggest daily challenges for rosacea sufferers is keeping their facial redness in check. Here are some ways you can tone down rosacea redness.

• Try camouflaging makeup. There are several green-tinted foundations, concealer sticks and even green-tinted moisturizers on the market. The green color helps counter the red appearance, and can be used under other skin-tone foundations.

• Use good fashion sense when selecting your wardrobe. Plain black and white will accentuate your redness. Try wearing softer hues like blues, yellows, khakis and other neutral colors.

• Don't sunburn. Sun exposure is the most common tripwire for rosacea flare-ups. Protect your skin from the sun each day, year-round, with an SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 or higher. Try non-oily or pediatric formulations if your skin is sensitive.

• Avoid skin-care products that sting. Rosacea sufferers have reported that some skin-care products can burn or sting, causing redness and flare-ups. Stop using any product that causes this sensation.

• Follow daily therapy. Use your medication each day as prescribed and avoid lifestyle factors that cause flushing and redness in your individual case.

A free rosacea diary checklist is available from the National Rosacea Society to help patients identify and avoid lifestyle factors that may aggravate their individual conditions. A booklet with tips on lifestyle management, called "Coping with Rosacea," is also available to members at no charge by writing the National Rosacea Society.