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Hand Sanitizers: Mechanism of Action and Effectiveness Against Coronaviruses

Among the effective ways to prevent infection and the spread of the viral disease COVID-19, frequent cleansing of the skin of the hands has been recognized. Despite the popularity of sanitizers during the pandemic, it is important to understand which ones are effective against coronaviruses.

A Discussion on Botulinum Therapy

Questions on aesthetic botulinum therapy are answered by Sergey Yuryevich Shelekhov, Candidate of Medical Sciences, neurologist, cosmetologist, Head of the Department of Dermatocosmetology at the Kazakh-Russian Medical University (Kazakhstan).

Skin Therapy After Chemical Peels

In addition to knowledge of theoretical and practical foundations, performing a peel also requires ingenuity to address the problems of each individual patient. This aspect of the procedure is often referred to as the “art of chemical peeling.”

Aquaporins and the Skin

In 2003, Peter Agre and Roderick MacKinnon were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the discovery of aquaporins – substances that regulate water transport in tissues. What exactly are aquaporins, and how effective are such products?

In Search of the Ideal Chemical Exfoliant

When selecting a peel, the starting point should be the aesthetic concern rather than the chemical exfoliant available in the cosmetologist’s arsenal. The ideal option is one that, in addition to the primary goal, can address several related aesthetic issues.

“Water” – a Synonym for “Life”

Maintaining the water balance of the dermis is a relevant task for cosmetologists. However, by combining home care products, salon treatments, and injection techniques, it is possible to achieve deep dermal hydration, wrinkle smoothing, lifting, and skin rejuvenation.

The Truth About Vitamin C

Humans are unable to synthesize vitamin C, so obtaining it from external sources is essential for a full, healthy, and active life. At the same time, there are many bodily functions in which the role of ascorbic acid is still not fully understood.

Skin Acidity and Its Microflora

Changes in skin pH inevitably affect both the functioning of the skin and the body as a whole. Let us explore how the stability of pH helps the body resist pathogens and maintain a healthy

Scalp Massage: The Beginning of Relaxation

Additional services encourage clients to try something more. Explore several techniques for performing a relaxing head massage, which can be done as a “dry” massage or with the use of oil.

Microsporia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Mycoses are one of the widely распространённых groups of infections caused by various types of pathogenic and opportunistic fungi. Microsporia is a contagious dermatophytosis affecting smooth skin, the scalp, as well as terminal and vellus hair.