Brown spots on skin: Are they dangerous? Brown spots on the skin (also called pigmentation or hyperpigmentation) can appear in many forms, for example as age spots, birthmarks or freckles. Some types occur only sporadically, others occur over a large area and on the whole body. Most species are completely harmless – but every now…
Collagen: How it works against wrinkles Collagen, everyone has heard that before – and especially when it comes to the topic of anti-ageing, it is often mentioned. But what exactly is collagen and what does it have to do with wrinkles? Here you will learn how collagen ensures smooth skin and what you can…
Extremely dry skin on the body The skin is one of our most important organs. It determines our appearance and accommodates our sense of touch, it regulates the temperature and protects against infections. However, rough, tense, scaly, itchy or painful dry skin loses much of its protective abilities – and the risk of sun damage,…
Squeezing Pimples – briefly explained It is really not a good idea to get rid of a pimple yourself! There are many reasons for this: above all, inflammation can worsen and scarring can occur. Better: Clean the skin regularly, e.g. with a suitable peeling medicament. How do pimples form? A morning look in the mirror…
Dry hands prone to eczema: What helps? Why is it so important to care for dry, eczema prone hands? Our hands are the multi-functional tools of our body – we hardly use any other part of the body. However, the skin on our hands is normally uncovered and therefore directly exposed to external, sometimes harmful…
Neurodermatitis in the face. What helps? Summary Neurodermatitis (or atopic eczema) is a widespread, chronic, inflammatory but not contagious disease with typical skin symptoms on the face and body. The number of cases has increased by 200-300% over the past 30 years. In the meantime, about 10 – 20 % of children and 2 –…
Dry and itchy scalp If the natural moisture balance of the scalp is disturbed, this can lead to dry, itchy scalp. The permeable skin barrier allows harmful substances to penetrate the skin and trigger micro-inflammations of the scalp. Micro-inflammations can cause various symptoms such as itching, redness or a feeling of tension. These symptoms can…
Neurodermatitis: symptoms, trigger, therapy Neurodermatitis (atopic eczema, atopic dermatitis) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that occurs in relapses. It is accompanied by excruciating itching. It often affects the scalp, face and hands. Read more about symptoms, causes and triggers, treatment and prognosis of neurodermatitis! Neurodermatitis: short overview What is neurodermatitis? Chronic or chronic recurrent…
Skin fungus: symptoms, recognize signs, treatment Skin fungus (dermatomycosis) is a fungal infection of the skin or its appendages (hair, nails). Which symptoms occur in which part of the body depends on the pathogen in question. Skin fungus is usually treated with so-called antimycotics (antifungal agents). Home remedies such as vinegar or essential oils can…
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