What to do if you have skin problems?

What to do against dark circles or swelling?

If the skin reacts with irritation, pimples or dry spots, it indicates that it is missing something or that it has been over-treated

Dr. Tanja Fischer, Dermatologist at the Skin & Laser Center Potsdam-Berlin: "Swelling creams may help against swelling, but they may dry out, so you should then dab some moisturizer with light lipid in. Puffy bags are fatty tissue that surrounds and protects the eyes, with years it can easily come out, which is normal but lymphatic fluid, which can be resolved with a lymphatic drainage - that alleviates swelling Always helpful: renounce alcohol. "

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus, Dermatologist Hamburg: "Against eye shadow helps physical activity in the fresh air, so that the blood is well saturated with oxygen - oxygen-poor blood in the vessels around the eyes automatically shimmers darker through the thin skin." Who tends to regular swelling, should clarify whether an allergy exists. Otherwise, it does not help to sleep on your stomach, but on your back, and then the lymph does not build up around your eyes, and you wake up less swollen. "

Eva Hennings, make-up artist from Hamburg: "For eye rings with finger precise concealer dab: in the eye socket next to the nose root and work toward the lacrimal sac important not to go to the eyelid swelling can not be removed - it helps only in the morning to get the circulation going, much to drink and to take time for a coffee Good in the acute case: hang up cool eye pads, for example, 'Eyebright' of Dr. Hauschka. "

Help from the cosmetics shelf: "Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream Eye Roll-on" acts as a concealer and should reduce swelling and dark circles at the same time, by Garnier, about 10 euros.

"Aqua effect gentle eye make-up remover" from Nivea, about 4 euros.

"Hydra Végétal Refreshing Eye Care Anti-Acne Bags" is fast moving, from Yves Rocher, about 12 euros.

"Instant Concealer" promises to soften and conceal puffiness, from Clarins, about 25 euros.

First aid in dry or sore areas

Dr. Tanja Fischer: "If you have a doctor or a doctor, you may want to have a hard-to-find treatment, such as the corners of your mouth or eyelids." Dry red eyelids may be a mild form of atopic dermatitis. From La Roche-Posay, they contain selenium, copper, zinc and strengthen the skin barrier. " Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus: "For the eyes, products help with healing dexpanthenol.At the corners of the mouth you should make a swab at the doctor and be prescribed an antibiotic ointment, an active ingredient against yeasts, such as nystatin, or short-term cortisone cream be a deficiency, for example, the body then lacks nutrients such as zinc, iron or vitamin B12. "

Make-up artist Eva Hennings: "For irritated eyelids, use a gentle eye make-up remover and do not rub so much when removing make-up, in between times for several weeks on mascara and eyeshadow, so that the skin can calm down instead stain the eyelashes Wound corners of the mouth are often one The result is a very acidic diet, so try a few days for apples and citrus fruits. "

Help from the cosmetics shelf: "Cicalfate wound care cream" for irritated skin areas, with thermal water, zinc and copper sulfate, from Avène, about 12 euros, in pharmacies.

"Almond Soothing Face Cream" for dry, sensitive skin to strengthen the lipid coat and protect against harmful environmental influences, Weleda, about 14 euros.

Away with the wrinkles!

Who wakes up immaculently in the morning? With small tricks, swelling of the eye can be alleviated and wrinkles creased

Dr. Tanja Fischer: "Everything that binds moisture on the skin, is good - especially hyaluronic acid.Micro-needling has proved in my patients against wrinkles: Many very fine needles are gently pushed with a roller over the skin and produce, not scare, tiny, invisible injuries - that sounds weird, but the treatment stimulates cell regeneration and collagen formation - a completely chemical-free stimulation of the skin, which can even be done once a week, after which drugs such as hyaluronic acid, retinol or creams with antioxidants can penetrate better. "

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus: "Ideal for creases are medium-depth peels, surgical ablation lasers or topical treatments with tretinoin, ie vitamin A acid." Creams with 0.05 percent vitamin A acid can do a lot too, they stimulate collagen production and inhibit the breakdown of vitamin A acid Collagen MMPs (matrix metalloproteinases) in the dermis degrade collagen, tretinoin in turn inhibits the activity of MMPs and the treatment should be coordinated with the dermatologist - the skin may be irritated and need to get used to the drug. "

Make-up artist Eva Hennings: "Moisturizing masks or vials help quickly against wrinkles and dryness." Use a serum in front of the cream, such as Weleda's pomegranate extract. "A great vitamin C booster is the 'Camu Camu Power Cx30' by Peter Thomas Roth (ex Under the make-up primer I would apply a foundation for the foundation, a 'primer', on dry skin make-up will quickly stain, dispensing with powder - many make-ups also need no powder finish, eg 'Lift Lumière' by Chanel. "

Help from the cosmetics shelf: "Skin Vivo Ampoules" ampoule cure with amino acids and the active ingredient "Life Plankton", which is intended to cushion the pale skin, Biotherm, 3 x 1 ml, about 25 euros.

"Hydra Floral Multi-Protection 24-Hour Moisture Activator Light Cream" provides the skin with moisture immediately, from Décleor, about 29 euros.

"Super Primer Universal Face Primer" as a make-up base is intended to soften fine lines and prepare the skin for the primer, by Clinique, about 26 euros.

Thus, pale or large-pored skin becomes fresh and smooth

Wan or dry skin? Peelings stimulate the circulation, moisturizing serums fresh face and décolleté

Dr. Tanja Fischer: "Everything that stimulates the blood circulation, is now announced: Peelings, eg with fruit acid, remove dead skin cells and let the skin shine again, otherwise: Do not smoke! Because nicotine constricts the blood vessels and thus complicates the blood circulation - including the Regular gymnastics of the facial muscles strengthens and invigorates the connective tissue, which is also good for the radiance of the skin. "

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus: "Large pores, called follicular openings by dermatologists, are a result of high sebaceous gland activity, which is a matter of investment, again very effective: care with tretinoin, because vitamin A acid is a true all-rounder, and all serums and creams with retinol can also improve the appearance of the skin Retinol is partly converted into vitamin A acid in the skin, as well as astringent masks and peels with lactic acid or cereal ingredients. "

Make-up artist Eva Hennings: "Mineral-based masks, such as healing clay, purify and shrink the pores, soak up excess sebum, then nourish the skin with moisture, and achieve a beautiful complexion with a BB cream Tip: the foundation with a make-up brush If the hair is finer at the tips, then the texture will be less likely to settle in the pores.Some rouge in fresh, bright colors can quickly give radiance to dull skin, such as a mousse rouge with your fingers well into the pores Incorporating the skin is particularly natural. "

Help from the cosmetics shelf: "Multivitamin Power Serum" uses Retinol to stimulate collagen synthesis and make the skin look fresher quickly, by Dermalogica, about 84 euros, z. Eg via www.douglas.de

"Jeunesse Aha Fruit Mask" with lactic acid to remove excess skin cells, by Hildegard Braukmann, about 10 euros.

The natural cosmetics BB Cream "Nectar de Roses" covers the skin naturally, protects it with UV filters and smells of roses, from Melvita, about 30 euros.

"Defining Blush" powder blush in a peach or apricot tone refreshes the complexion, by Catrice, about 3 euros.

What helps with pimple alarm?

Dr. Tanja Fischer: After that you should use an antiseptic cream, for example, apply a cream with benzoyl peroxide locally.By the way, what many do not know, pimples can also occur by over-skining the skin Many products with antioxidants, such as vitamins A and E, they contain oils - and can clog pores - just go to bed with no cream in between and leave the skin to itself at night to find its balance. "

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus: "An antibiotic, which is applied locally, eg with the active ingredient erythromycin, is always helpful." Lotio Alba "from the pharmacy, a mixture of zinc powder and water, which is shaken before application and therefore also very effective, is very effective. Using a Q-tip, dab the pimple directly with it - it has a drying and anti-inflammatory effect. "

Make-up artist Eva Hennings: "First rule: do not press your fingers, disinfect pimples with alcohol-based toner and then cover with concealer, taking care of hygiene: disinfect the brush after application or take a fresh Q-tip."

Help from the cosmetics shelf: "Clear Balance facial tonic" has antibacterial and clarifying, from free, about 12 euros, in pharmacies.

The "Purity Cellular Ultimate Blemish Reducing Duo" contains two products: an antiseptic fluid for care and a cover cream for covering, from Doctor Babor, about 29 euros.

"Effaclar H soothing balancing moisturizer" wants to restore the skin barrier after dehydrating treatments, from La RochePosay, about 16 euros, in pharmacies.

And how does the pigmentation go away?

The skin is our biggest organ: it protects us - but can also quickly get out of whack

Dr. Tanja Fischer: "Although many products are brighter, but this is only a temporary effect, if you want to get rid of stains in a sustainable way, you should consider laser treatment and preventive measures with good UV protection - because the sun boosts the production of the pigment melanin in the skin properly. "

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus: "Pigmentation marks are a normal sign of skin ripeness, the skin may become brown over the years but become blotchy For the sake of safety, pigmentation should be evaluated by a doctor." An innovative agent in cosmetics (eg from Eucerin) is resorcinol inhibits melanin production in the skin. "

Make-up artist Eva Hennings: "To protect the skin, you should always use a UV-filter for the day, apply a light primer to cover it, and then apply a concealer to the affected areas with a brush, without falling into perfectionism. because pigmentation stains are hardly noticeable when they shimmer through, but a thick make-up layer on the face immediately looks unnatural. "

Help from the cosmetics shelf: Light gel "Anti-pigment spots intensively depigmenting" with fruit acids, from Lierac, about 26 euros, in pharmacies.

Care Concentrate "Even Brighter" is to reduce the production of melanin with B-resorcinol, by Eucerin, 6 x 5 ml, approx. 28 Euro, in pharmacies.

Serum "365 Anti-Dark Spot" to alleviate pigmentation and prevent new, from Lancaster, about 65 euros.

"Regenerist CC Cream Complexion Corrector" is supposed to make the complexion look even more smooth and also cares with anti-aging ingredients, with SPF 15, from Olaz, about 20 euros.

Couperose hide like a pro

Dr. Tanja Fischer: "Extensions of the delicate vessels under the skin are often plant-related." Generally, avoid everything that widens it, such as alcohol, heat, sun, but you should not be too strict about who loves the sauna. In addition, I share the view of care specialist Erno Lazlo: the face in the morning and in the evening splashing with warm water, so jerk off - that trains the vessels. "

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus: "Classical therapy is the obliteration of the enlarged laser-based stents, but this only works with small veins that are not too deep under the skin - in the long run, you can get better with certain massage techniques - a type of workout that will expand the vessels, so that they narrow themselves in response, such as the massage according to the Danish doctor Paul Sobey for rosacea patients. "

Make-up artist Eva Hennings: "Those who are prone to red capillaries should protect the skin: do not print, do not exfoliate too often, use a concealer to conceal red spots, such as Vichy's 'Dermablend Ultra-Corrective Makeup Stick', as usual with a brush If you only have a very slight rosacea on your cheek, you can use rouge without first covering it, preferably with crème rouge in a carmine or cherry red to freshen up your cheeks. "

Help from the cosmetics shelf: "Dermablend Teint-correcting compact cream make-up" should cover reliably, from Vichy, about 21 euros, in pharmacies.

"Lift me up BB Cream" should hide spots, from Astor, about 9 euros.

Help my cleavage is spotty

Dr. Tanja Fischer: "In 99.9 percent of all cases, a patchy décolleté is the result of too much sun, so protect the skin with UV filters and do not apply perfume in the sun, which, together with UV rays, can interfere with pigmentation Also, the décolleté needs a peeling and a lot of moisturizing care Products with hyaluronic acid can smooth wrinkles in the neckline Also here, gentle stimulation of the blood circulation is good for the skin, eg with brush massages and alternating showers. "

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus: "Here, too, vitamin A acid care can help, encouraging collagen build-up and lightening pigmentation marks, such as the Louis Vuitton 'Carbanide VAS Cream' for the décolleté, which binds moisture with urea and contains 0 , 03 percent vitamin A acid. "

Make-up artist Eva Hennings: A décolleté is well-tolerated in the care of a delicate skin, no alcohol-containing products use and not too heavy, fatty creams Mud masks make the skin evenly, otherwise you should leave the game of course, if necessary, apply a touch of powder. "

Help from the cosmetics shelf: The peeling "Gommage Divin" with grape seed oil revives the skin, from caudalíe, about 25 euros, in pharmacies.

The "Dead Sea Osmoter" serum cares for minerals from the Dead Sea, from Ahava, about 50 euros.

"Cell Culture Body Care" aims to nourish the skin, by SBT Skin Biology Therapy, about 52 euros.

The ChroniquesDuVasteMonde experts

Dr. Tanja Fischer Dermatologist, allergologist and medical director of the Skin & Laser Center PotsdamBerlin. Special emphasis in her practice are laser medicine and aesthetic dermatology (www.hlcp.de).

Prof. Dr. Volker Steinkraus Founder and director of the Dermatologikums Hamburg for classical, aesthetic, operative dermatology and laser medicine and the Skin Biology Center for modern skin care technology (www.dermatologikum.de).

Eva Hennings The make-up artist and hair stylist has studied with famous make-up artists such as François Nars in New York and Milan. She works for fashion and beauty shootings of various magazines and advertising campaigns (www.evahennings.de).

How to Identify Skin Conditions (April 2024).