Moles and Sun Protection Factor

Most people have moles (birthmarks, nevi). A mole is a benign malformation of the skin. Moles develop mainly during childhood. How many “speckles” are formed depends mainly on genetic predisposition. But UV radiation also plays a role in moles. Therefore, it is important to properly select the sun protection factor of the sunscreen in order … Moles and Sun Protection Factor

Make Up

Make-up refers to the washable, colored design of skin and hair, especially on the face. It lies on the skin and acts as a barrier against environmental influences. It neutralizes the negative effects of pollution on your skin, protects against free radicals as well as harmful UV rays and prevents moisture loss. Make-up makes the … Make Up

Nail Polish

Nail polish is a cosmetic product that can be used to paint fingernails and toenails. Nail polish is mainly composed of nitrocellulose, solvents and color pigments. Nail polish comes in different colors. Nail polish color selection Nail polish color should match both clothes and makeup, especially lipstick. In the summer, people tend to wear flashy … Nail Polish

Spider Naevi, Naevus Araneus, Vascular Spiders

Spider naevi (colloquially called vascular spiders; synonyms: hepatic nevus; nevus araneus; spider; spider naevi; spider naevus; spider naevus; spider angioma; spider nevus; cobweb nevus; stellate bangioma; Eng. spider nevus, spider angioma; ICD-10 I78.1: spider nevus) are vascular neoplasms with 0.2 to 1.0 cm of web-like redness. They may occur singly or in groups. Symptoms – … Spider Naevi, Naevus Araneus, Vascular Spiders

Laser birthmark

Removal of the birthmark by laser What are the reasons for removal? The reason for surgical removal of the birthmark is that the removed birthmark can then be examined histologically for malignancy or degeneration. The disadvantage of this method is that a scar usually develops afterwards. Laser birthmark removal, on the other hand, offers the … Laser birthmark

Striae Gravidarum: Stretch Marks of Pregnancy

Stretch marks (striae gravidarum) are skin stretch marks (striae distensae). Stretch marks often form during gravidity (pregnancy), largely due to rapid weight gain on the breasts and abdomen. Symptoms – Complaints Stretch marks are initially bluish-reddish in color, but later fade and remain as whitish-yellowish sunken streaks on the skin. Localization: preferably abdomen, hips, gluteal … Striae Gravidarum: Stretch Marks of Pregnancy

Ephelides: Freckles

Ephelides (colloquially called freckles; ephelides: Greek ἔφηλις – ephelis, in plural ephelides from Gr. epi – ἐπί “at” and hēlios – ἥλιος; synonyms: summer spots; in Austria also Gugerschecken/Gugaschecken or Guckerschecken, in Switzerland also Märzen- or Laubflecken; ICD-10 L81.2.: ephelides. Incl: Freckles) are more pigmented, small yellowish and brownish spots on the skin. They occur, … Ephelides: Freckles

Eyebrow Pencil

The eyebrow pencil emphasizes the shape and color of your eyebrows and gives them a natural-looking contour. Choose a shade that matches your natural eyebrow color: Blue eyes: these should not be affected by a too dark eyebrow color. Recommendable are rather lighter shades of brown. Green eyes: light brown, which has a small green … Eyebrow Pencil

Nutrition Recommendations

However, despite a rich, wholesome food supply, an adequate individual vital substance supply is not always guaranteed. Insufficient vital substance supply may be due to improper food preparation, for example, or may be caused by an individual vital substance excess requirement. This is not only noticeable through physical condition disturbances such as a decrease in … Nutrition Recommendations

Pleasure Food Recommendation

Avoid “skin-hostile” stimulants such as caffeinated drinks, alcohol and tobacco! Coffee and black tea If possible, avoid coffee and black tea. If you do drink coffee or black tea, please drink no more than two to three cups daily and please do not sweeten. If you drink more than three cups of coffee or black … Pleasure Food Recommendation

Drugs and Sunscreen

What are the links between sun and medication use? Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking medications if they increase photosensitivity. Some medications (steroids, hormones) in particular cause hyperpigmentation, which is increased by sunlight. A typical example is the contraceptive pill: in combination with sun rays, brown spots appear. The same pigmentation disorders … Drugs and Sunscreen