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
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
Who is the patient with Atopic Dermatitis?
You have been experiencing annoying sensations in your skin for a long time. You have dry and scaly patches that cause eczemas with an intense itching sensation. The dermatologist confirms your suspicions: you suffer from atopic dermatitis but you still
Skin exfoliation
The outermost layer of the skin is the epidermis. This layer is, in turn, formed by several sublayers containing mainly keratinocytes that are positioned in ascending layers according to their maturation degree. The last state of maturation of the keratinocytes
5 curious facts about your skin
1. The skin is the biggest organ in the human body When we think about human organs, the skin is rarely thought of. However, it is not only an organ but the biggest one. The skin can weigh up to 5