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Biomembranes enclose living cells and are found in the intracellular organelles. Their bilayer structures (lipid bilayers) protect the cell interior from external influences [2] and enable biochemical
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Korneotherapie – Bindeglied zwischen Dermatologie und Kosmetik (Corneotherapy – link between dermatology and cosmetics): The book by Dr Hans Lautenschläger, first
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The human body consists of different types of cells, such as muscle cells, nerve cells and skin cells. They renew themselves at different intervals. Daily cell renewal depends on the number of cells
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The skin is a complex and highly effective organ (Fig. 1) that protects our body and makes it attractive. It is a barrier – but also intermediate station for outgoing and incoming substances. A
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7th International Symposium on Corneotherapy  Date: 04.-06. May 2022Location: virtual eventContact: https://Corneotherapy.org Schedule - subject to
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anti-aging
The demographic development of the age structure of our society shows that the human life expectancy has been increasing over time while the mortality risk decreases. [1] With reference to evolution
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beauty institutes
Cosmetic active agents only are part of the strategy to handle the signs of aging on the skin. Nevertheless, they play a major part as they can easily be communicated together with the preparations
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Medical devices – this sounds like science and sound effects. However do they really contain more effective components and are they of higher quality? The answer sometimes sounds quite
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base creams
When proprietary medicinal products are not (no longer) available in pharmacies, the compounding of topical individual formulations can be an alternative solution. A variety of particular reasons as
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7th International Symposium on Corneotherapy  Date: 02.-04. October 2020Location: Melia-Hotel - Sevilla, SpainContact: http://www.Corneotherapy.org The
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anti-aging
Skin and anti-aging - is that a subject that concerns all of us? If you enter the term "anti-aging" into Google Search and then scroll to the related pictures you certainly will be puzzled because
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Cosmeceuticals, placebos & dispensables in antiaging products (in German)Offers and promises are booming in the field of antiaging cosmetics. It is not only difficult for consumers, but also for
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Other than the related lipogels such as milking grease (petrolatum) and W/O ointment bases such as DAC with vaseline and mineral oils as basic ingredients, today's oleogels are not occlusive and
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6th International Symposium on Corneotherapy  Date: 01.-03. May 2019Location: Maritim Hotel Königswinter - Bonn, GermanyContact:
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problem skin
Microorganisms pertain to the archetypes of life. And our ancestors are ubiquitous. Their biomass is larger than the biomass of plants and animals taken together. Humans accommodate more
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Kosmetik International: How do you support cosmeticians to stand out against other competitors? Are there any specific measures (i.e. seminars/expert advice/trainings)?Besides comprehensive individual
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Our global partner, High Grade Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., has applied for a patent "Drug having Steroids and Fatty Compound" in Taiwan, China und USA at the beginning of the year 2017. The first
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products
It seems that water is indispensable. And yet - water does not only have positive effects but also a few disadvantages: Water cannot be mixed with oils and fats. Water can hydrolytically decompose
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beauty institutes
It is extremely rare that skin care devices are used without administering skin care preparations. Exceptions are physical-physiological treatments such as ultrasound or infrared lamp treatments to
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5th International Symposium on Corneotherapy  Date: January 12-14, 2018Location: Sky City Hotel, Auckland/New ZealandContact:
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The skin care market is big and the variety of products is immense. Some products are available in drugstores for a few cents only while others are sold via teleshopping channels or only available in
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skin diagnosis
Initially it was a matter of skin protection and the treatment of dry skin conditions. Subsequently the focus was on skin moisturisation until the importance of the barrier lipids of the skin was
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base creams
A preparation for the treatment of skin problems or for skin care purposes should be adaptable to individual skin conditions and have optimal effects. Concepts on ingredients are as individual as the
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dermaviduals® special
Hautpflege für die normale und sensible Haut
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Counterproductive effectsMore than twenty years ago the first studies were published on the fact that the cancer rate is not decreasing with the consumption of antioxidants but even can augment as
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special actives
Certainly not the excellent hot glue characteristics of the resin that already have been known in ancient times. In the German language, the clue is in the family name since boswellia belongs to the -
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If you compare INCI compositions or descriptions of ingredients, please note: Based on frequent updates of the European INCI database which will promptly be integrated into the KOKO web pages,
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The International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) will host the fourth Symposium at Hyatt Regency Hotel in Cologne on May 6-8, 2016. Main emphasis will be put on
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problem skin
How does acne develop? Acne is caused by cornification disorders (keratoses) on the orifices of the sebaceous glands but also by sebaceous hyperplasia, inflammatory alterations and bacterial
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corneotherapy
In dermatological cosmetics1 and corneotherapy treatments2 nanodispersions are applied as modular systems3. In other words, the final formulations are determined after a skin
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problem skin
Professor Kligman's corneotherapy1 has shown that clinically significant effects are not only achieved with topical pharmaceuticals but also originate from common skin care
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Boswellia nanoparticles for the care of the barrier disordered skin (20ml) as well as Novrithen® skin care cream for the dehydrated and irritated skin (50ml). The products were tested on voluntary
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For details please look at: All events Symposium's agenda The Symposium will be documented by a hard cover almanac. The almanac contains all summaries of the lectures and the
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books
Almanacs (hard cover) are regularly published for the Symposia organised by the I.A.C., which are usually held every 18 months, alternately in Germany and in another country worldwide. They contain
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products
Creating new terms is part of the cosmetics and skin care business since new terms stir up curiosity and encourage testing. If these terms are borrowed from medicine or pharmacy you can be sure that
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KOKO Kosmetikvertrieb GmbH & Co. KG develops, manufactures and distributes dermatological cosmetics under the brand name dermaviduals® via beauty institutes and dermatological practices, incl.
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special actives
Phosphorus occurs in the phosphoric acid of the body fluids, in their salts such as the phosphates of the bone substance and the tooth enamel, and in phosphoric acid esters to which the nucleotides
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oral resp. per oral: capsules to swallow topical: lotions, creams and ointments rectal: suppositories and ointments The Indian frankincense (boswellia serrata) has been included
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corneotherapy
 Lamellar cream bases are appropriate formulations for skin care but also for skin protection purposes due to their chemical composition and their physical characteristics1,2,3. Professional
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corneotherapy
After the 2nd International Symposium on Corneotherapy 2013 in Germany the International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) was founded. On Oct 8, 2013
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corneotherapy
One of the most recent marketing gimmicks was the term nano2,3 used in various ways by countless copycats until restrictions and requirements on the part of the legislators were impending. Curiously
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The International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) will host the third Symposium which will take place in Kaohsiung (Taiwan) on November 17-19. The lectures of the
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problem skin
Regenerating the skin or the support of regenerative processes is as old as cosmetics itself. Decorative cosmetics show how we visualize a regeneration of the skin.Skin-caring cosmetics with active
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After the 2nd International Symposium on Corneotherapy 2013 in Germany the International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) was founded. On Oct 8, 2013
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On October 18-20, 2013, the "1st European Interdisciplinary Scientific Symposium on Epidermal Corneotherapy" will be held at Hotel Dubrovnik Congress Center, Ljudevita Gaja 1, Zagreb
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We were very pleased to welcome sixty participants from four continents: Asia, America, Australia and Europe to the 2nd Symposium on Corneotherapy and affiliated events (10-17 May,
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base creams
Structure and metabolism of the epidermis have two major functions: to protect the skin from external impacts and to maintain its hydration and the osmotic balance of the internal tissues. The barrier
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Lamellar cream bases are appropriate formulations for skin care but also for skin protection purposes due to their chemical composition and their physical characteristics1,2,3. Professional
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Date: From Friday, 10.05.2013, to Sunday, 12.05.2013Venue of the seminar: Romantik Hotel Gravenberg, LangenfeldSymposium language: EnglishSymposium fee: 850 Euro plus 19% VAT (meals
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In connection with a one-day dermaviduals® practical seminar including the topics skin analysis and the introduction to the dermaviduals®-software for KOKO customers on 2 September 2012, a
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problem skin
When it's functioning at its best, the skin shines, creating a luminous, radiant and clear complexion. On the flip side, when the skin is compromised, it can appear dry, scaly and inflamed. It can
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problem skin
Except for normal skin any other skin condition poses a challenge when it comes to finding the appropriate skin care. The preparations should protect the skin but the active agents should perfectly
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books
      Front and back cover The KOKO Handbook (more than 230 pages, hardcover) is exclusively available to KOKO clients. Together with the book
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The KOKO Handbook (230 pages) has been fully revised and is now exclusively available to KOKO clients. Together with the book "Corneotherapy - link between dermatology and
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problem skin
The January issue of Beauty NZ featured an article on Professor Albert Kligman. Kligman is widely regarded as the father of cosmeceuticals, yet he was also well-known for his pioneering work on
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ingredients
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and its effects discussed in technical literature as well as in product ads meanwhile have become common knowledge for cosmeticians. High concentrations have a keratolytic
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Corneobiology refers to biologic and biochemical processes in connection with the damage and recovering of the stratum corneum. Corneotherapy refers to recovering and care of
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books
    Short description:There is a multitude of excellent papers on the basics of cosmetic and pharmaceutical chemistry and galenics, on skin diagnosis and dermatological
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Short description:There is a multitude of excellent papers on the basics of cosmetic and pharmaceutical chemistry and galenics, on skin diagnosis and dermatological indications. The technical
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The seminar "Skin Analysis", originally planned as a workshop and held at Leichlingen from 12-15 September 2011 by Florence Barrett-Hill (CIDESCO and ITEC diplomas) New Zealand, an internationally
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devices
Determining the skin hydration, the lipid content and further significant parameters is of extreme importance for a safe and accurate skin diagnosis, for qualified product consultation and the
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Subsequently to the international 4-days seminar "Skin Analysis" of Florence Barrett-Hill (New Zealand) on September 12th-15th, 2011, we are very pleased to announce a
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The Symposium "Skin Protection on an Individual Concept and Corneotherapy" with Workshop takes place in Zagreb on June 8-9th 2011. For details of the event,
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Corneotherapy and dermaviduals® finally have arrived "down under", i.e. in Australia and New Zealand. Just recently our Australian friends have published their dazzling and
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special actives
The grey area between pharmaceutical and cosmetic preparations is increasing, in terms of promises of efficacy as well as the effects. This means more competencies on part of the cosmetician because
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skin diagnosis
In industrialized countries we have been observing an increasing trend towards sensitive skin for years. This phenomenon is attributed to cultural and behavioral influences. The term "sensitive skin"
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problem skin
Problem skin or medical indication? That is the question arising in the case of barrier disorders. Dry skin belongs into the category of problem skin and can be identified by a high TEWL
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problem skin
Rosacea is partly hereditary and can be provoked by external influences like sun exposure (UV-radiation), temperature stimuli (cold, warm), nutrition, stress and contact with irritating substances.
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base creams
Pharmaceutical agents, on the other hand, are contained in numerous cosmetic products by now. It seems, however, that the development of pharmaceutical base creams came to a standstill whereas
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The formula of the cream presented by Mr. Martens, a TV reporter, simply reconfirms A.M. Kligman's studies on corneotherapy. By carefully stabilizing the horny layer (stratum
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Due to the fusion process the barrier layers become more permeable and the active agents can pass through the skin barrier. The same process occurs with a DMS base cream which has the same physical
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patents
H. Lautenschläger, Produktwerbung – nur nicht zu kreativ, Kosmetik International 2022 (3), 86-88 H. Lautenschläger, Rückfälle in Dermatologie und Kosmetik, Beauty Forum 2022
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In contrast to differing advertising messages, the number of shells has no influence on the encapsulation, penetration and efficacy of active agents. The concentration of phosphatidylcholine (PC) is
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problem skin
A tickle of hairs, threads or an insect on the skin, a light tension due to dry skin or even the idea of itching in a sleepless night almost automatically triggers scratching. The rather harmless
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anti-aging
Treatment options of cosmetic products have seen major progress within the past few years. Many of us cannot believe their eyes when they see how people over 50 present themselves in today's
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special actives
Hyaluronic acid is a natural and sugar-like biopolymer in the human body that alternately consists of D-glucuronic acid and N-acetyl-D-glucosamine-units. Hyaluronic acid is an essential component
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skin protection
A subject that has launched controversial discussions over and over again is the use of mineral oil based hydrocarbons in cosmetic products. Where is the difference between oils and waxes of
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problem skin
A loss of skin elasticity cannot necessarily be put on par with the development of wrinkles. Mimic wrinkles for instance can be successfully reduced with muscle relaxing oligopeptides or spilanthol
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problem skin
Make-up always is cosmetics in its proper sense as the priority is given to the optical appearance of the skin. This has been the popular belief for a long time and any questions concerning the
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corneotherapy
Corneotherapy presents an interdisciplinary platform where skin analysis cosmetic & dermatological product development basic & modular products skin care & skin
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corneotherapy
The development of cosmetic treatment procedures in combination with studies on the efficacy of the products play a major role at KOKO GmbH & Co. KG. In cooperation with Courage & Khazaka (Cologne), a
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corneotherapy
Corneotherapy will define the individual skin care of the future as after skin analysis its principles are specifically adapted to the needs of the particular skin - like preventive
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corneotherapy
At KOKO GmbH & Co. KG the applied corneotherapy focuses on: continuous transfer of the corneotherapeutical principles to the cosmetic practice ("Extended
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corneotherapy
Prof. A. M. Kligman firstly coined the term "corneotherapy". He could show that the persistent corneotherapeutic treatment of the disturbed homeostasis as the characteristic
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anti-aging
A closer look at the technical literature on cosmetics of recent years reveals a phenomenal increase of papers including pharmaceutical, dermatological and medical issues. Cosmeceuticals,
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base creams
Base creams DMS base cream Classic for normal to greasy skin DMS base cream High Classic for normal and sensitive skin DMS base cream High Classic Plus for dry skin Use in skin care Base
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KOKO - the company
KOKO Kosmetikvertrieb GmbH & Co. KG was founded on 03.08.1994. Partner liable to unlimited extent is KOKO Kosmetikvertrieb Verwaltungs-GmbH, Leichlingen, of which the managing directors are Marek
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anti-aging
The following concept against premature skin aging is based on the theory of corneotherapy. corneotherapy is a new field of activity within the boundaries of
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base creams
From the physiological point of view membrane forming ingredients should be preferred due to the compounds and bilayer structure of intercellular lipids of the horny layer. Typical membrane forming
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skin testing
dermaviduals® corneotherapy is an integral system which combines the instrumental skin analysis with an extensive questionnaire, sensory and visual observations as well
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welcome
The number of people with problem skin is constantly on the increase. They need a well-funded and dermatology-oriented professional advice and above all a skin care concept which is adjusted to
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problem skin
It is a common misunderstanding that a good sun screen provides an overall protection against the sun. Even on the contrary, a water repellent product which prevents increased transepidermal water
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products
Cosmetic PowdersFor quite a long time cosmetic powders have been used to enhance the skin color, cover up bad skin and to minimize the shine on make-ups. The most frequently used types are loose
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products
In daily life eye contact certainly is the most important way of communication which is the reason why eye care plays a major role in the cosmetic treatment of the facial skin. A lasting fresh and
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skin protection
To give a detailed answer it is necessary to make a short excursion into the love life within the field of chemistry. According to the chemical definition, a radical is a molecule which contains a
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products
Composition, use and marketing of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products are subject matter of different European and national laws, decrees and guidelines. Regarding the precise definition of both the
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problem skin
HistoryThe term corneotherapy was first coined by A. Kligman and mentioned in an editorial of Lübbe2)  Whereas J. Lübbe predicted a major significance for this issue,
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anti-aging
Most important result of the Kligman studies is the finding that appropriate moisturizers and lipids will not only support the integrity of the horny layer but subsequently also further the
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ingredients
From our daily nutrition we know us that water and water are not the same things. The same applies for our daily care: there is water for the personal hygiene and water (INCI: aqua) as a component of
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problem skin
Neurodermatitis or atopic dermatitis as it is also called is a widespread skin barrier disorder which, on the one hand, belongs to the hereditary diseases and on the other hand obviously is also
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problem skin
In the narrower sense, mainly ichthyoses and palmoplantar keratoses pertain to the cornification disorders. Ichthyosis originates from the word "ichthys" which is the Greek term for fish and relates
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ingredients
Lipophilic substances all show the characteristic feature of being more or less insoluble in water. Hence, they are generally used to support the lipid layer of the skin. It is a well-known fact that
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products
Oils belong to the oldest known skin care products. The production of vegetable and animal oils for nutritional purposes was soon followed by their application as skin care products. From the
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special actives
The number of publications describing a successful therapy of skin disorders only by applying appropriate cream bases has been increasing lately. It was Professor Albert M. Kligman who substantiated
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special actives
Kligman hence speaks of an "outside-in therapy" in contrast to an "inside-out therapy" with pharmaceutically active agents as for example corticosteroids or typical inflammation inhibitors which first
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anti-aging
Among others you find here publications about phytohormones, regeneration of skin barrier and applied corneotherapy.
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problem skin
Among others you find here publications about the origin and treatment of acne, couperosis, irritated skin, barrier and cornification disorders, photodamaged skin and the history of
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special actives
Among others you find here publications about high-tech actives, liposomes, nanoparticles, enzymes and active agents of corneotherapy.
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