Melanin and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
The skin is the largest organ of the human body and the most exposed to the environment, being the first protective barrier against external factors. In the previous article we talked about how the microbiota was able to form "a protective
Microbiome: an ecosystem in our skin.
Did you know that the skin is the largest organ in our body, reaching a surface area around 2m2? And that it is made up of different layers that act as a protective barrier? Surely yes. However, you may not
Epigenetics: beyond our genes
If the genetic information contained in the DNA is faithfully transmitted from one cell to another at each division, how do you explain the differences between twins? Have you ever wondered why a neuron looks nothing like a skin cell
Toxicity of cancer chemotherapy: what it is and how to deal with it
In recent years, preventive activities, early diagnosis campaigns, therapeutic advances, and the abandonment of bad habits, such as smoking, have favored the improvement of cancer patients’ survival. Bearing in mind that, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, 20
Low temperatures can lead to atopic dermatitis outbreaks
Did you know low temperatures can lead to an increase of atopic dermatitis outbreaks? An outbreak of eczema depends on many factors. In previous articles we told you how air pollution or diet could favor it. This time, we want to warn
The effects of environmental pollution on your skin
Air pollution has become a great threat to global health both for humans and for animals or plants. Reports published by the WHO indicate that 9 out of 10 people are exposed to pollutant levels that exceed recommended limits. Likewise, both
How does diet affect atopic dermatitis ?
Food is our main source of energy. Thanks to it we can carry out the rest of the essential activities of our life. For this reason, the choice of food we eat has a direct impact on our health. The skin,
Stress and smoking: two factors that contribute to premature skin aging
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and its main function can be guessed from its structure: to protect us from external aggressions. For some reasons, this natural barrier can deteriorate and lose quality when carrying out this essential
Atopic dermatitis in childhood
Atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as eczema, is the most common inflammatory skin disease in childhood and it is characterized by pruritic (itchy) lesions [1]. Although it is often mild, atopic dermatitis symptoms can be difficult to control and they can
Is the sun a friend to people with atopic skin?
As summer approaches, our skin faces a new challenge: sun exposure. For healthy skin, dermatologists recommend to avoid prolonged exposure and the use of sunscreens. However, the relationship between sensitive or atopic skin and the sun is a bit more