An abscess is more than just a collection of pus – it indicates that your body is actively fighting an infection. When the abscess is opened, either by a doctor or spontaneously, an intensive healing process begins. With careful care, the right understanding, and targeted measures, this process can be optimally supported: the wound can …
Pimples, early-stage abscesses, ingrown hairs – sometimes the skin goes haywire. In such cases, the remedy should ideally be fast-acting, gentle, and targeted. Two classics of the medicine cabinet are particularly popular in this context: drawing salve or zinc ointment. But what exactly is the difference, and when is each salve the right choice? …
Do you know the feeling? You are out and about all day, wearing your favourite dress, rushing to catch the train, running errands – and in the evening you notice: The skin between your thighs is burning, it itches under your breast, or it feels sore around your stomach. This phenomenon even has a medical …
Inflammations can actually occur anywhere in the body, and they are also unpleasant. The triggers or causes can be diverse, and the body is put into a state of emergency, depending on the severity. Inflammations are often treated with medication, but sometimes they also need to be surgically removed. Smaller inflammations and less severe forms …
Beautiful nails are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also indicate a healthy and functional protective barrier. However, when skin and nail care suffers, small skin cracks or flaky, cracked areas often become visible. An overview of the causes of cracked skin around the fingernails and simple tips that can promote skin health: Cracked skin around …
The transition from heat to cold in winter is sometimes a reason why skin can dry out. As a result, it itches and feels tight. Itching can generally be described as a nuisance and represents a vicious cycle for those affected. The causes and what helps: in the following article, we help uncover the specific …
Ever heard of strawberry legs? Not everyone experiences them, but some may be familiar with them. In the USA, they are also called strawberry legs. This is because their appearance resembles the surface of strawberries with their numerous green dots or achenes, symbolizing this phenomenon. Small dark dots become visible on the skin, usually on …
Exercise has many health benefits. In addition to improving fitness and boosting fat burning, it also stimulates skin circulation, nutrient supply, and hormone production, for example. Our skin benefits in several ways—but how exactly? Read more in the following article: Just 30 minutes of exercise a day is enough to reduce excess pounds on the …
Bike tours are a wonderful experience, whether as a day trip or multi-day cycling holiday, whether alone, as a couple, with family, or with friends. However, not everyone is the type for simply setting off and seeing what happens and where the bike takes you. After all, the goal is to have a relaxing day …
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