During a caesarean section, layers of skin are cut and sewn back together. The body cannot renew the destroyed tissue exactly as it was before and forms new tissue instead. A scar remains. The new tissue is often less elastic. It also differs in appearance from the rest of the skin (for example, no hair grows on the scar).
In the first week after the operation, the scar is initially still red and a little swollen. The scar should be regularly disinfected and kept dry. Mechanical irritation (eg tight clothes) should be avoided if possible. As soon as the stitches have been removed, scar treatment withCICAFILMis recommended.
The neutral silicone plasterCICAFILMlays on the scar like a second skin and improves the colour, texture and appearance of the scar in the long term.
Abrasions occur when the skin brushes against a rough surface. They can affect the knees, palms, elbows, and face. Typically, only the top layer of skin (epidermis) is abrased.
Such abrasions should be cleaned and disinfected. It is recommended to let them air dry. In these cases, the care balm helps. LE BEUM . LE BAUME was the first product in the Decalys Medical line and is therefore the number one product in every respect: Thanks to its combination of active ingredients, Le Baume is a valuable aid for many skin problems. Its Alpha-3 Complex® promotes skin regeneration and contains zinc, which has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. Consult a doctor if you have large and/or heavily contaminated wounds, abrasions near the eyes, heavily oozing or festering wounds, or persistently bleeding wounds.
Dr Enderlin answers the questions of the Newspaper Blick , published on Tuesday, 24 January 2023
Facial care for toddlers? Yes, it really exists They press, stroke, and knead – mothers present on TikTok how they want to improve their babies' skin. This can be damaging, says Valérie Enderlin. The dermatologist knows which products are truly necessary for baby skin.
Ice for swollen cheeks? The little girl seems very skeptical.
The mother cleanses her little daughter's face with a wet cotton pad. Then she takes so-called "ice globes" – ice-cold balls made of glass or plastic – and rolls them from the corners of her mouth over her cheeks to her ears. This is supposed to soothe and reduce swelling. But the skin is pulled in all directions, and the little girl looks anything but relaxed.
TikTok is brimming with videos in which mothers demonstrate step-by-step how to care for their babies' and toddlers' skin. The pressing, stroking, and pulling seem harsh and almost like torture. Valérie Enderlin, director of the Decamed skin and laser center in Zurich, also finds the treatments pointless. "Ice massage, in particular, is excessive," says the doctor. "Cold objects can soothe sore spots in the mouth during teething, but on the skin, they're too much of a good thing."
What the mothers may mean well is actually counterproductive: Since the skin of babies and children is much thinner than that of adults, intensive and excessive facial care can, according to the expert, even be harmful to the skin's protective barrier - this is the top layer of the epidermis, which acts as a natural protection against bad bacteria or allergens.
"Basically, healthy baby skin doesn't need any special treatment," says Enderlin. The face doesn't need to be cleaned with cotton pads or any other products.
The expert recommends a lukewarm bath with a little almond oil about every other day. Moisturizing isn't absolutely necessary, except for children who are prone to skin conditions like eczema. "In winter, it's also a good idea to protect your cheeks with a moisturizer before long walks in the cold air." She says creams with ingredients like ceramides, glycerin, zinc, or almond oil are well-tolerated.
Certain additives such as antibacterial substances or certain preservatives should be avoided, says the dermatologist. "Perfumed creams are also unnecessary and can irritate the skin or even trigger allergies." When it comes to caring for baby and children's skin, less is definitely more.
Jana Giger
Newspaper article in BLICK from Tuesday, January 24, 2023 >
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