Protect your skin from the sun. This one might seem like a no-brainer, but in a quest for red-free skin, wear sunscreen when leaving the house. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends wearing broad-spectrum sunscreen (UVA and UVB protection) with SPF 30. Ask your dermatologist if you should wear a higher protection. Even on a cloudy day you may be exposed to UV rays that can damage your skin.

Keep an eye on chemicals - The products we come in contact with every day may be filled with harsh chemicals, perfumes or dyes that can make skin red and irritated. Replacing your beauty products, laundry detergent and other products that come in contact with your skin (directly or indirectly) with hypoallergenic, organic or purified versions may help improve your redness issue.

Don’t pile on the makeup. You may be tempted to layer on foundation and powders in an attempt to cover up your redness, but that may just make the problem worse. Not only may you be allergic to the chemicals in the makeup, your skin also needs to breathe to be healthy.{relatedarticles}

Try a simple, milky remedy. Cold compresses may prove effective. Consider this tip provided to Allure by Diane Berson, a clinical professor of dermatology at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College. If dealing with irritated skin, fill a small bowl with cold milk, dip a soft, cotton washcloth into it and wring it out. Apply the washcloth to the face and let sit for a few minutes. Then apply a small amount of Aquaphor to irritated areas. Aquaphor is dermatologist-recommended and is a boon for dry, cracked, and irritated skin, especially on the face. This gentle formula heals quicker than standard antibiotic creams and is far less oily.