Corneotherapy is the link between cosmetics and dermatology on a scientific base. Prof. A. M. Kligman firstly coined the term "corneotherapy". He could show that the persistent corneotherapeutic treatment of the disturbed homeostasis as the characteristic feature of atopic dermatitis with (...)
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Ever since Professor Albert M. Kligman defined corneotherapy the methodology has been advanced and refined1. As with many progressive concepts however the term has now reached the field of conventional cosmetics and the use of the idiom corneotherapy has now been exploited for sales promotions in (...)
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Corneotherapy - the base of sustainable skin care Corneotherapy presents an interdisciplinary platform where skin analysis cosmetic & dermatological product development basic & modular products skin care & skin protection dermatological indications cosmetic & dermatological treatments qualified (...)
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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 the Association was registered at the district court of Cologne (Germany). The Association aims to make corneotherapy well known, (...)
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At KOKO GmbH & Co. KG the applied corneotherapy focuses on: continuous transfer of the corneotherapeutical principles to the cosmetic practice (Extended Corneotherapy). promotion of the dermatological skin care and skin diagnosis. development of treatment procedures with regard to cosmetic and (...)
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The term corneotherapy was coined by A. Kligman. A persistent corneotherapeutic treatment of the disturbed homeostasis as the characteristic feature of atopic dermatitis with appropriate skin care substances may achieve substantial clinical effects. In summary, it can be said that corneotherapy aims (...)
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Based on the corneotherapeutic treatment founded by Prof. A. Kligman a detailed strategy against premature skin aging is discussed. Specific elements of this strategy are the preservation of the NMF (moisture balance, protection against radicals) as well as the barrier layers, the protection against (...)
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The future of skincare has arrived. 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 corneotherapy. Sadly, Kligman passed away in 2010, but the science (...)
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Strengthening and maintaining the health of the stratum corneum is the goal of corneotherapy. What is important in the material composition, which application possibilities there are and why it is still not mainstream, you can find out here. For many years, the professional associations have failed (...)
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Dr Hans Lautenschläger: Corneotherapy – link between dermatology and cosmetics ISBN 978-3-7692-8132-3 Download - contents of the textbook Download - index of the textbook Short description:There is a multitude of excellent papers on the basics of cosmetic and pharmaceutical chemistry and galenics, (...)
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basic device for the skin diagnosis 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 following monitoring of the efficacy of cosmetic and dermatological (...)
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The epidermis is a dynamic system of continuous proliferation and differentiation. It mainly consists of keratinocytes, melanocytes and immune-competent cells. The stratum corneum, the uppermost layer of the epidermis is of major significance for the barrier function of the skin. The barrier is (...)
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Corneotherapy was coined in the nineties by Professor A.M. Kligman. In his studies he proved that a skin therapy with moisturizers already could achieve clinical effects. Experience has shown now that corneotherapy can also protect the skin against premature aging. Most important result of the (...)
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After the 2nd International Symposium on Corneotherapy 2013 in Germany the was founded. On Oct 8, 2013 the Association was registered at the district court of Cologne (Germany). The Association aims to make corneotherapy well known, supports studies and cooperation and intends to make (...)
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Experience shows that besides their influence on the release of active agents base creams can have substantial effects of their own. The number of publications describing a successful therapy of skin disorders only by applying appropriate cream bases has been increasing lately. It was Professor (...)
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The term corneotherapy was coined in the late nineties1) by Professor Albert M. Kligman. The basic idea of corneotherapy is that topically applied substances as e.g. moisturizers and lipids influence the biochemistry and physics in the horny layer as well as subsequent processes in deeper skin (...)
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Recently a comprehensive review article from Albert M. Kligman has been published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science 33, 197-209 (2011). Corneobiology and Corneotherapy - a final chapter was drawn posthumously from a variety of his notes. Corneobiology refers to biologic and (...)
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From skin diagnosis to the prevention of premature skin aging 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 specific skin measuring device (...)
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Skin diagnosis and treatment of problem skin 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 measures against premature aging of the skin and against potential skin (...)
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Lecture held at the 17th annual meeting of the Society of Dermopharmacy at Mainz on March 23, 2013 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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Lecture held at the 19th annual meeting of the Society of Dermopharmacy at Berlin on March 18, 2015 In dermatological cosmetics1 and corneotherapy treatments2 nanodispersions are applied as modular systems3. In other words, the final formulations are determined after a skin diagnosis4. Consequently, (...)
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Lecture held at the 16th annual meeting of the Society of Dermopharmacy at Berlin on March 3, 2012 Plasma membranes of cells and skin barrier have sub-microscopic lamellar structures that are of particular interest for topical hydro lipid formulations due to their physical, chemical and (...)
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Lecture held at the 18th annual meeting of the Society of Dermopharmacy at Berlin on April 9, 2014 With the last amendment of the German Ordinance on the Operation of Pharmacies (Apothekenbetriebsordnung - ApBetrO) taking effect on 1st March 2013, the requirements for the formulation (§ 7) and small (...)
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Lecture held at the 20th annual meeting of the Society of Dermopharmacy in Berlin on March 16, 2016 Lamellar cream bases1 modelled on the structure of the skin barrier2 are suitable for dermatological formulations3, for skin care4 and for skin protection purposes5 6. They have been integral part of (...)
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International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) 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 the summaries or short versions of all (...)
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Cosmetics - medicine - wellness: an increasing number of intersections and overlappings can be noticed between these disciplines. Cosmetics is spreading its activities into the boundaries of medicine. The field of medical wellness fills the gap between medicine and wellness and often has its roots (...)
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Adjuvant skin care plays a significant role in the context of aesthetic surgery. Adequately administered it helps accelerate the recovery process, discontinue pharmaceutical medication at an earlier stage and has a lasting positive effect on the surgery results. Professor Kligman's corneotherapy1 (...)
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No chemical, only natural or biologically grown ingredients – this is a very popular attitude to skin care products today. The molecular facts behind are far more complicated when addressing the details. Actually a very interesting topic for chemical scientists and the following outline of this (...)
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Wrinkles - now customers can well do without these and that is the reason why they willingly buy the promoted anti-aging skin care products on the market. Aim of these products however should be the effective prevention of the skin aging process. According to Dr. Hans Lautenschläger empty words or (...)
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No doubt - the grey area between pharmaceutical and cosmetic skin care products is expanding. Dermaceuticals and dermocosmetics are keywords which demonstrate that the cosmetic product market is gaining grounds in the pharmaceutical field, not least because of legal claims for a proof of efficiency (...)
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There is only a smooth transition from problem skin to pathological skin conditions. Although it is not the job of professional cosmeticians to diagnose skin diseases, it is essential to know the borderlines. Otherwise there is a risk of getting into conflict with health legislation. Problem skin or (...)
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Sustainability in cosmetics incorporates findings from dermatology and physiology. Cosmetic preparations with this concept are increasingly used for skin care accompanying indications – without the side effects of conventional medicines. If one enters the combinations of the keywords cosmetic, (...)
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Dehydrated skin and a high transepidermal water loss (TEWL) are characteristic symptoms of the neurodermitic skin. Especially during the winter season an adequate skin care accompanying the treatment and above all its specific formulation is an important issue. Neurodermatitis or atopic dermatitis (...)
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The term dermatological cosmetics already alludes to the combination of dermatology and skin care. Dermatological cosmetics, what does it actually mean? What is the difference between dermatological and conventional cosmetics? Based on a present-day example the concepts of dermatological skin and (...)
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Today's skin care products mainly are emulsion-based which means that they contain water and an oil respectively lipid phase. In addition there are still products with only an oil phase. Oils but also oleogels belong to this group. They are primarily recommended for problem skins and therefore used (...)
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All-purpose powder bases for use in decorative cosmetics, skin care and dermatology are described. Besides covering compounds, such as mineral pigments and physiologically compatible amides, urea plays a major role, particularly in use of powder bases on problem skin. Cosmetic PowdersFor quite a (...)
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Is there a difference between unilamellar and multilamellar liposomes? Cosmetic liposomes always consist of a mixture of unilamellar and multilamellar liposomes as the manufacturing process for pure unilamellar liposomes is much more elaborate and hence more expensive. In contrast to differing (...)
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Rosacea predominantly affects fair-skinned people and develops in adult age. Characteristic symptoms are erythema, changes of the superficial blood vessels and connective tissue as well as enlarged sebum follicles. Frequently there are also oedema and pustules to observe. In addition, there is a (...)
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dermaviduals® - dermatological skin care with the individual concept Front and back cover The (more than 230 pages, hardcover) is exclusively available to KOKO clients. Together with the book Corneotherapy - link between dermatology and cosmetics (available in book shops and at KOKO) and the beauty (...)
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The treatment of medical indications and cosmetic skin problems depends on how diagnosis and skin analysis are translated into an adequate therapy with appropriate preparations. Beneficial here are base creams that allow extemporaneous preparations. A preparation for the treatment of skin problems (...)
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Lamellar base cream for dermatological formulations - dermaviduals® pharma For face and body The pharmaceutical base cream DVL-P corresponds to the DMS base cream High Classic in skin care. The properties of both creams are almost identical - with the difference that the base cream DVL-P also (...)
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Overexposure to UV radiation causes serious long-term skin damage, premature skin aging and may even trigger skin cancer. Even if the infrared light of the sun seems harmless though, it may build up extremely high temperatures in the outermost skin layers and as a consequence also lead to premature (...)
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Keratoses of the skin are common public diseases. As a result, also cosmeticians are frequently faced with questions regarding the care of the affected skin. In the following, you will find interesting information on active agents, cream bases as well as cleansing and skin care products for these (...)
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Although they apparently fail to show any spectacular effects, oils and lipids belong to the most important ingredients in cosmetic products. From the corneotherapeutic point of view they are right in the focus of current interest: selectively applied they help to regenerate damaged skin. Lipophilic (...)
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When discussing active agents in cosmetics, very often the most important one is ignored: water! Professor Albert M. Kligman even speaks of water dermatology as an essential element of corneotherapy. In fact the quality of the water significantly influences the skin condition in a positive as well (...)
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The sensitive eye area demands for an excellent base care and well tolerable actives to balance out fine lines, dark circles below the eyes and weakening elasticity. 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 (...)
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Medical drugs or cosmetics? Once the cosmetician realizes, that a skin condition demands more professional competency than she can provide in her institute, she recommends visiting a dermatologist. We compare pharmaceutical and cosmetic active agents. The grey area between pharmaceutical and (...)
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Keeping the skin's barrier in good health could be the key to optimal skincare according to the team at dermaviduals. Lizzy Wood reports. 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 (...)
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For a long time, the term skin regeneration has been used with reserve only since it insinuates a healing effect that legally is not allowed for advertising purposes. In the final analysis, the term regeneration originates from medicine and resumes, in a nutshell, the regenerating cell biological (...)
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When can we or should we speak of cosmeceuticals or to put it another way, cosmetic ingredients with pharmaceutical effects? Cosmetologists and lawyers assiduously discuss the matter. Read more on the respective criteria and on the substances and applications that act as the model for (...)
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published in Kosmetik International Special Top Positionierung 2017 (2), 66 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 information and advice, (...)
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From time immemorial, the tinctures, ointments, creams and inunctions for dermatological applications were compounded by pharmacists on a small scale or individually prepared based on traditional folk medicine recipes. At the present time prefabricated compounds make up the majority of the products (...)
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In medical terminology, the expression relapse describes the reoccurrence of a disease or a symptom after an already finished treatment. Relapses also occur in the dermatological or cosmetic context when disorders reappear after a successful treatment phase. Find out here what causes the relapses (...)
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In times of pandemics and mask-wearing, the eyes have become especially important. They radiate curiosity, conviction, enthusiasm, joy, sadness, stress – and fatigue. Tired eyes signal the opposite of attractiveness. Reduced tear secretion and dry zones in the adjacent skin and eyelids are common (...)
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Skin care with phosphatidylserine Facial and body care Composition In addition to skin-caring lipids, contains natural phospholipids, especially phosphatidylserine (PS) in high concentrations. Phosphatidylserine is a vital component of biological membranes, particularly the inside of cell (...)
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dermaviduals® corneotherapy is an integral system which combines the instrumental skin analysis with an extensive questionnaire, sensory and visual observations as well as additional diagnosing parameters in a specifically designed software. (...)
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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 corneotherapy. (...)
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According to general considerations about corneotherapy (Albert M. Kligman) the chemical composition and the physical structure of base creams play a major role in supporting the homoeostasis of the skin. From the physiological point of view membrane forming ingredients should be preferred due to (...)
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In cosmetics as well as in medicine active agents against free radicals have ranked among the top-rated substances for quite some years. Every now and then there are new substances on the market which are even more effective in scavenging free radicals. How do radicals come into being, what are (...)
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Decorative cosmetics still leads a shadowy existence in many pharmacies. Wrongfully - as it is desperately needed specifically in the problem skin area in order to reduce the psychological strain of the individuals concerned. The following article describes preparations which form a valuable (...)
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Fats and oils in cosmetics - Mother Nature versus petrochemicals? (long version) Fats and oils are important ingredients of skin care. The properties of hydrocarbons and silicones are compared with vegetable and synthetic triglycerides. The influences on skin recovery and long term effects are (...)
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To keep the skin smooth and free of wrinkles for as long as possible is the main objective of preventive skin care. Besides hydration and smoothing, skin elasticity is the other essential factor where all depends on. Based on selected examples the following article explains potential influences on (...)
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Rather unpleasant phenomenon: unbearable itching combined with erythema. Whether it is an insect bite or nettle rash after the contact with certain plants, the urge to scratch is specifically unpleasant at night times, and in public it even implies poor hygienic conditions and parasites. (...)
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Hyaluronic acid is a legendary agent in the true sense of the word and it is almost impossible to imagine basic skin care and the treatment of wrinkles and dry eye syndrome without it. However where there is light there is also shadow and more and more treatment procedures with hyaluronic acid (...)
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Dr. Lautenschläger: complete list of publications and patents H. Lautenschläger, Wirkstoffqualitäten – Von natürlich bis vegan, medical by Beauty Forum 2023 (6), 13-15H. Lautenschläger, Die Therapie begleiten, Kosmetik International, Top Medical 2023, 36-39H. Lautenschläger, Einfach leben, Beauty (...)
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Rumors about the efficacy of the magic vitamin B12 and avocado oil cream were the subject of different ARD TV broadcasts like „Heilung unerwünscht on 19.10.09, 21:00, and „Hart aber fair on 21.10.09, 21:45 - 23:00 (Frank Plasberg) followed by broadcasts of other TV stations as e.g. Phoenix, however (...)
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Besides the fact that simple causes often have major consequences for the skin, cosmetic practices are also confronted with complex issues when it comes to sensitive skin. Identifying the complex problem is a major prerequisite for a causal and successful cosmetic treatment. In industrialized (...)
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When we talk about carriers in cosmetic products we need to distinguish between particular chemically defined substances and physical carrier bodies. In conclusion, both alternatives have the same effects: combined with active agents they increase the bioavailability. An enhanced bioavailability (...)
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Liposomes and nanoparticles fuse with the barrier layers of the skin. 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 structure as the barrier layers (...)
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Lecture held at the 17th annual meeting of the Society of Dermopharmacy at Mainz on March 23, 2013 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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A multitude of studies and papers have been compiled on the effects of frankincense (boswellia), its extracts and their different administration forms as e.g.: oral resp. per oral: capsules to swallow topical: lotions, creams and ointments rectal: suppositories and ointments The Indian frankincense (...)
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What does an element like phosphorus that rather is associated with the match industry have to do with skin and cosmetics? As a matter of fact, most of the processes in which the substance is involved take place without becoming aware of them. It is not exaggerating to say that phosphorus and (...)
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The present case series covered the following products of KOKO GmbH & Co. KG, Leichlingen (Germany): 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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Acne does not only appear during adolescence but can also be constant companion of adults. Cosmetic preparations can help in getting a grip on it. How does acne develop? Acne is caused by cornification disorders (keratoses) on the orifices of the sebaceous glands but also by sebaceous hyperplasia, (...)
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Preliminary remarks 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, the actual compositions may temporarily deviate from the compositions printed on the (...)
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Frankincense (Boswellia) has become rather important in various cultures and religions: the resilience of the tree growing in the Asian and African semi deserts is legendary and the tribal knowledge on the mystic and healing powers of its resin fills entire libraries. Today's science still (...)
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Antioxidants and radical scavengers belong to the most common components of anti-aging preparations. The trend towards appropriate food supplements and cosmeceuticals still continues. Counterproductive effectsMore than twenty years ago the first studies were published on the fact that the cancer (...)
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For a long time in human cultural development, cosmetics and medicine had been considered as one discipline. About 150 years ago, with the onset of industrialisation, the influence of natural science and the identification, isolation and big scale production of chemicals and ingredients, the (...)
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Using modern skin care devices in cosmetic institutes becomes more and more popular, above all if it is a matter of anti-aging treatments. Frequently the clients ask for visible results and book skin care treatments with cosmetic devices. It is extremely rare that skin care devices are used without (...)
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Water is an essential substance to maintain skin hydration and elasticity. However, there are also water-free products on the market. Why is that? When are they used and what are the benefits? It seems that water is indispensable. And yet - water does not only have positive effects but also a few (...)
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The daily struggle against microorganisms goes on but the fact is that we can't do without them. Their busy and invisible work for our well-being passes unnoticeable however their bad behaviour provides headlines, stress and high body temperature. There is talk of bacteria yeasts and fungi. (...)
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Oleogels act like rich W/O emulsions however are non-aqueous and hence free of counterproductive and irritant cosmetic additives. 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 (...)
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The supply of products and promises are booming in the anti-aging beauty care. Not only consumers but also professionals have a hard time staying on top of things. In the following you will find a summary on reliable but also dispensable substances. Skin and anti-aging - is that a subject that (...)
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The care of the skin, the supportive prevention and the therapy of skin diseases requires different products and compositions. They range from cosmetic preparations via topical medical devices up to topical pharmaceuticals. Experience shows that the differentiation between the individual product (...)
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It is a basic need for many individuals to retard the visible aging symptoms. That is why so-called “miracle agents” are booming as never seen before. Main focus is on achieving apparent effects in no time. However, anti-aging measures should supplement each other and have sustainable effects. (...)
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When it comes to anti-aging products, the question arises as to what has a superficial, temporary, substantial or lasting effect against signs of aging in the skin. Keeping an overview has become difficult. Find out the most important facts, effective treatment methods and sustainable active (...)
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Cancer treatments are very stressful for the psyche and body. The skin is also sometimes severely affected and causes problems for those affected. You can provide valuable help here with the right skin care before and after treatment. Cancer causes those affected to change their lifestyle completely (...)
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