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According to estimates, more than 20 percent of Germans have at least one tattoo – and the trend is rising. The popular body jewelry is becoming more and more established in the middle of society and is gaining increasing acceptance. In a tattoo, tattoo ink is applied up to two millimeters deep into the skin using…

In Germany, around one in three people will experience an allergic reaction to a certain substance (allergen) in the course of their lives. Over the last 30 years, the number of allergy cases has steadily increased. The most common forms include hay fever, asthma and neurodermatitis. Many of those affected do not even know…

There are very few areas of our body that don’t have it: Body hair. Even in childhood, there is a soft downy hair on the skin, which becomes thicker and denser over the years. Only the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet are exempt. Even though body hair performs an important protective function for us humans, it…

Bladder weakness is the colloquial term for incontinence. It can vary in severity and there are also different forms of incontinence. One of the most common types is stress incontinence. This results in the involuntary loss of urine when there is an increase in pressure in the abdominal cavity. This can be the case, for example, when …

A healthy and conscious lifestyle is becoming increasingly important in today’s society. Many men and women eat a balanced diet rich in nutrients and vitamins and keep physically fit. In addition to health and fitness, an athletic and well-trained body is often one of the personal goals. However, not every area …

As our largest organ, the skin shields us from the outside world. As a result, it is exposed to a wide variety of influences on a daily basis. Particularly in summer, it is mainly UV radiation that affects our skin. UV radiation stimulates the production of the skin pigment melanin in our body. This tans the skin. After the summer,…

Summer, sun, beautiful skin – in the warm season, many people are increasingly drawn outside again to enjoy the pleasant weather in nature. Sunlight not only boosts vitamin D production and provides warmth, it also has a positive effect on the psyche. Light and time spent in nature reduce stress and fatigue…

The skin is affected by exposure to the sun or UV rays. Over time, this can cause pigment spots can develop. Hormonal factors in the body can also contribute to the increased release of melanin and cause pigmentation spots. Women who are on the pill or who are pregnant are more prone to pigmentation disorders on the skin.

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A fresh and young eye area symbolizes friendliness and attractiveness. As the eyelid skin is very thin, it is correspondingly sensitive and changes can become visible in the area at an early stage. These include small wrinkles, sagging and excess skin. To make the eyes look younger and more alert again, an eyelid lift is an effective…

Depending on the season, the skin requires different treatment and care. In summer, the main focus of skin health is on sun protection and moisturizing. What special features apply to patients with psoriasis in summer? Are there certain care routines that need to be followed during the warmer months? How do the symptoms…