Skin Lab
Welcome to the Skin Lab, my blog. Here you will regularly find information on current skin-related topics.
As a dermatologist, I treat patients with a wide range of skin problems on a daily basis. I am also often asked for advice on skin care. Here is my advice.
Skin Lab Blog
What to do for irritated, reddened skin?
Irritated or red skin can have many different causes: External factors such as skin abrasions or too much sun. Dermatological treatments (eg laser treatments or chemical peels) also affect the protective barrier of the skin. Symptoms such as redness, scaling and itching may occur. In these cases, the choice of the right care product is particularly important. Product: LE BAUME , a skin-renewing balm with a selected combination of active ingredients: aloe vera, which pleasantly cools and soothes the skin; zinc, which has an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and wound-healing effect; Alpha-3 Complex® to promote skin regeneration. LE BAUME was the first product in the Decalys Medical line and is therefore the number 1 product – this in every respect: thanks to its combination of active ingredients, Le Baume is a valuable helper for many skin problems.
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What can I do to prevent the wound from becoming a scar…
The first priority is to provide optimal wound care. If the wound is bleeding, light compression with a clean swab will help. If the bleeding does not stop after some time, it is advisable to consult a doctor. You should also do this for particularly dirty wounds, bite wounds, pain or inflammation. Only lightly soiled cuts or abrasions should be cleaned carefully. It is best to rinse the wound under running water. Soap is not necessary. The wound should then be disinfected. Dab the wound dry and apply a suitable wound dressing or plaster. Change the dressing regularly. A dressing provides a moist wound environment. This way, wounds usually heal faster than if they are simply left to dry in the air. Scabs form during the healing process. This should not be removed under any circumstances. Normally, superficial wounds that only affect the upper layers of the skin heal without consequences. Le Baume can accelerate the healing of superficial abrasions. Once the scab has fallen off and the skin is intact again, silicone gels or plasters help to prevent scarring ( Le Gel , Cicafilm ).
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