Emollient and barrier repair treatments: what are the differences?
Why are emollients useful? If you suffer from dry skin or atopic dermatitis, the right emollient product is key to relieving your discomfort. The underlying cause of dry skin, and...
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News, insights and advice dedicated to the wellbeing of your skin: “SkinMag” is the magazine for anyone who wants information for thorough skincare. Whether it’s sensitive, easily reddens, problematic or normal, the first step for giving your skin the best possible treatment is to know it well and respect it. In “SkinMag”, you’ll find the insights and helpful advice you need to treat skin problems.
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Eyelid dermatitis
Eyelid dermatitis is a very common skin disorder. In fact, our eyelids are one of the most sensitive parts of our face due to their structure and function. Like all...
What is adult acne?
When acne is mentioned, we tend to think of adolescents and a skin problem that usually clears up as you grow up. That’s not strictly true though: you can suffer...
Ceramides: why are they so important?
The words “fats” and “lipids” conjure up negative connotations because they are often associated with problems such as obesity and atherosclerosis.But fat is not always negative.When it refers to the...
Hyper-reactive skin: when the skin barrier loses its stability
Sometimes our skin is not in great shape and can become intolerant and reactive to certain agents it comes into contact with. Most common causes for hyper-reactive skin This kind...
The skin barrier: getting the right balance
The skin is a protective covering which isolates and protects our body, while still allowing it to relate with the outside world. The epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin,...
"Hypoallergenic" meaning: is it safer?
When skin is sensitive and reactive, choosing something as straightforward as a face cream should be approached with care and consideration. How do we know if a cosmetic product is...
Covid-19 and hand hygiene
In this unprecedented moment in history in which the COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way we live our lives, good hygiene is one of the most important precautions we can...