In the skin, the epidermal stem cells are responsible for the formation and regeneration of all the different cells in the epidermis. Since the skin progressively differentiates and regenerates, the epidermal stem cells are the most important skin cells in charge of the epidermal homeostasis, of the...
Stem cells are non-differentiated somatic cells which can differentiate into specialized cells and tissue. Whether the particular stem cell develops into an ear, eye or a blood cell is determined by the particular biological milieu with the different growth factors and so-called epigenetic factors.
Aquaporins (AQP) are channels that transport water across lipophilic cell membranes. The discovery of aquaporins has essentially influenced the medical science. In the early 1990ies, a research team around Peter Agre identified and characterized the structure and function of aquaporin-1. Professor...
The biochemical interactions between aquaporins, elastin fibers and skin elasticity have not been completely identified yet. The question how the water passes through the lipid layer in order to arrive in the deeper skin layers and improve the elasticity still challenges the researchers who try to...
Aquaporins (AQP) are proteins in the cell membrane - even within the epidermis - which regulate the flow of water. Thus, they are called "water channels". Aquaporation is a new method to improve the transport of substances like Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) and hyaluronic acid in a liposomal...
Besides language and gestures also our eyes play a significant role in communication. Expressive eyes can be the decisive factor in determining sympathy and appeal. That is why the preventive cosmetic care of the eye area is of particular importance.
The use of lasers in the cosmetic and dermatological treatment has become increasingly popular in recent years. Experience has shown that preparative steps before the treatment and an adequate follow-up care are of vital importance in order to achieve optimal results.
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...
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...
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...
Hormones control our bodily functions throughout our entire life. They also have effects on our skin. As hormones have a systemic influence though, they are not allowed in cosmetic products. The research for substances with hormone-like effects proved successful in plants. Detailed information on...
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.
In general usage, the term regeneration already is more or less identified with a magic formula against skin aging. Accordingly, there is a large variety of different prescriptions in form of products and treatments on the market. Quite evidently, the aging process of the skin cannot be stopped;...
The objective of regenerating the skin is just as old as cosmetic itself. The decorative cosmetic shows how we would like to look after the regeneration. The caring cosmetic with the active agents at its disposal tries to support the regeneration to revitalize, soothe and protect the neglected,...