Healing Perioral Dermatitis, Rosacea & Eczema Naturally: A Holistic Approach to Skin Barrier Repair

Did you know that nearly 50% of women and 37% of men experience sensitive skin due to an impaired skin barrier? A weakened skin barrier is the root cause of 9 out of 10 skin concerns, including perioral dermatitis, rosacea, and eczema. At Sabbia Co, we take a full wellness approach, formulating products that work with your skin—not against it—to restore its natural balance and resilience.

What is Perioral Dermatitis, Rosacea and Eczema?

These three common inflammatory skin conditions often overlap in symptoms but have unique triggers:

Perioral Dermatitis

Red, bumpy, irritated skin around the mouth, nose, and eyes. Often linked to topical steroid overuse, fluoride toothpaste, harsh skincare, and gut imbalances.

Rosacea

Persistent redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, and acne-like breakouts. Triggers include heat, alcohol, spicy foods, stress, and an impaired skin barrier.

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

Dry, itchy, inflamed patches of skin, often linked to immune system dysfunction, allergies, environmental irritants, and impaired skin barrier function.

All three conditions are closely related to a compromised skin barrier, making barrier repair the most effective way to calm and prevent flare-ups naturally.

Common Causes of an Impaired Skin Barrier

Your skin barrier is your body’s first line of defence against irritation, bacteria, and environmental stressors. When it’s weakened, skin becomes more prone to inflammation, dehydration, and sensitivity.

Common causes include:

• Over-exfoliation (AHAs, BHAs, retinoids)

• Harsh cleansers with sulfates

• Fragrance and preservatives in skincare

• Chronic stress and poor gut health

• Lack of essential fatty acids and hydration

Ingredients to Avoid for Perioral Dermatitis, Rosacea and Eczema

If you struggle with flare-ups, redness, or breakouts, eliminating barrier-damaging ingredients from your skincare routine is essential.

• Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS): Strips natural oils, increasing dryness and irritation

• Retinoids and strong acids: Can be too harsh for compromised skin

• Heavy emollients and silicones: Can trap heat and bacteria

• Essential oils in high concentrations: Can trigger inflammation in sensitive skin

• Fragrance and preservatives: Common triggers for eczema-prone and reactive skin

• Fluoride: Often linked to perioral dermatitis

How to Heal Perioral Dermatitis, Rosacea and Eczema Naturally

The key to healing these skin conditions naturally is a holistic, skin-first approach that includes skincare, gut health, and lifestyle changes.

1. Strengthen Your Skin Barrier

• Use a Gentle, Barrier-Supportive Cleanser – Avoid foaming cleansers; opt for a creamy or oil-based cleanser.
• Incorporate Soothing Ingredients – Look for aloe vera, niacinamide, zinc PCA, and cucumber extract.
• Lock in Hydration – Lightweight, non-comedogenic oils like avocado oil and squalane are ideal. 

2. Balance Your Gut Health

• Prioritise Omega-3s & Antioxidants – Eat fatty fish, flaxseeds, and leafy greens.
• Reduce Processed Foods & Sugar – These can worsen inflammation and gut imbalance.
• Incorporate Probiotics & Digestive Enzymes – A healthy gut = healthy skin.

3. Reduce Inflammation & Stress

• Practice Stress Management – Meditation, deep breathing, and movement support your nervous system.
• Support Your Liver Detox Pathways – Dandelion tea, bitter greens, and lymphatic drainage techniques help flush toxins.
• Protect Skin from UV Exposure – Use zinc oxide-based sunscreen daily.

Sabbia Co: Skincare That Heals from the Inside Out

At Sabbia Co, we go beyond skincare—we take a wellness-first approach that supports skin holistically.

Our formulations have been created by an Australian Cosmetic Chemist and Dermal Clinical with over 20 years of skin knowledge to heal and strengthen the skin barrier naturally, reducing inflammation and restoring balance for long-term skin health.