Aromatherapy is an alternative medicine method in which essential oils extracted from the flowers, leaves and roots of plants are used to reduce stress and provide mental comfort. Lavender oil, tea tree oil, peppermint oil and lemon oil are some of the most preferred oils for such a therapy. This alternative medicine method is known...

Cryolipolysis (or fat freezing) is a dermocosmetic procedure used to decrease local fat deposits by freezing them. This procedure does not require surgical intervention, but must be performed by a cosmetic dermatologist due to possible negative results. In cryolipolysis, fat tissues are cooled from out of the skin with a special device. The low temperature...

If you ask your cosmetic dermatologist for skin health tips, you will probably hear the same basic rules at any corner of the world. Yes, with simple changes in your living habits, you really can make big big contributions to the health of your skin, the largest organ of our body. Change your life habits...

Shingles is a viral and contagious type of dermatologic infection that causes painful skin rashes that often look like blisters. It is caused by a widely known virus type, Varicella Zoster, which also causes chickenpox. Once entered the body, the shingles virus can remain inactive or become active and cause the disease. Activated shingles virus...

In people who walk or stand a lot during the day, some health issues can be seen due to the fact that the feet are constantly under pressure. Foot corns, one of the most common among these, is a health problem caused by friction, pressure and sweat together. Foot corns, which can be quite painful,...

Pregnancy is a unique time in a woman’s life, but it is inevitable to face a series of physical and emotional changes. It is very important to make healthy and conscious choices in skin care and cosmetic product use while the body adapts to the changes during pregnancy. Proper skin care and wise cosmetic use...

What is Vaginitis (Vaginal Inflammation)? How Is Vaginal Inflammation Treated? Vaginitis is inflammation of the mucous membrane in the vaginal area caused by infection or irritation. This inflammation can cause symptoms such as discharge, itching, burning and sometimes pain. Vaginitis is usually caused by infections such as bacterial vaginosis, yeast infection or trichomoniasis, but it...

Unfortunately, the skin is almost always the organ of the body that ages the fastest and is the first to show signs of aging. Skin aging reduces self-confidence and can disrupt social relationships. For this reason, it is one of the most important concerns of cosmetic dermatologists and beauticians. Skin aging often occurs due to...

Dry skin is a very uncomfortable dermatologic problem characterized by flaking, itching, cracking and even bleeding of the skin accompanied by irregularly colored patches and ashy look. This condition can be caused by external factors, or the person may have dry skin genetically. Even those with oily skin may face this problem from time to...

Oils are the magic beauty and health elixirs of cosmetic dermatologists and beauticians. Some of these oils have gone far beyond medical and professional use and are found in every home without exception. And baby oil is at the top of all such products. Baby oil is a skin care product produced especially to moisturize...