Self Tanning Products

Self-tanning products, or self-tanners for short, refer to a cosmetic product that tans the skin without the use of UV light. The use of self-tanning products is gentler on the skin than sunbathing and works within a few hours. Self-tanners are available for both the body and the face. Self-tanners usually contain dihydroxyacetone (DHA) as … Self Tanning Products

High Energy Flash Lamps: Intense Pulsed Light

Photorejuvenation procedure refers to a special treatment method of skin rejuvenation (rejuvenation). Through non-ablative laser systems or Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) (synonym: flashlight treatments, flashlamp treatment), a visible improvement of the skin appearance is achieved, especially in actinic (light-induced) changes and damage. Disturbing pigmentation and unsightly superficial vascular anomalies (e.g. spider veins) can also be … High Energy Flash Lamps: Intense Pulsed Light

Scars: Formation and Types

If the skin is injured, for example, by an accident or an operation, scars remain. Ideally, at the end of the formation process of a scar, only a pale contour is visible, but unfortunately this is not always the case. Unsightly scars often develop. Scars – how do they develop? The skin is built up … Scars: Formation and Types

Scars: What Can you do About Them?

Depending on the nature of your scar, you can choose from a variety of treatment options. From injections, injections and surgical procedures, to therapies such as pressure bandages, massages, ointments and creams. Laser There are different types and techniques of lasers to treat scars. A comprehensive consultation with a specialist is recommended here. Possible risks: … Scars: What Can you do About Them?

Scars: When Wounds Heal

Minor or major injuries happen to us every day. Be it through accidents, operations, burns or carelessness. Any of these wounds can turn into an annoying scar. The reason is obvious: In case of an injury, the body immediately activates a self-healing mechanism with the aim of closing the wound. Unfortunately, scars often remain as … Scars: When Wounds Heal

Rhinoplasty: Treatment, Effect & Risks

Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to correct or change the external appearance of the human nose. The operation is performed at the request of the patient or, for example, after an illness or injury that resulted in an undesirable appearance of the nose. Rhinoplasty can therefore fall within the scope of cosmetic surgery, but … Rhinoplasty: Treatment, Effect & Risks

Sun Protection Factor

The sun protection factor (SPF; LF; Sun Protection Factor (SPF)) indicates how many times longer one can be exposed to the sun (UVA and UVB rays) with a sunscreen (sunscreen) without getting a sunburn (= perceptible reddening of the skin) than would be possible with the respective individual self-protection time. To calculate the self-protection time … Sun Protection Factor