There are many different types of proteins found in the body’s tissues and organs, which help maintain both the structural and functional properties of the relevant structures. Each different type of protein works in harmony with the others to keep the body healthy. Collagen is one of those structural proteins found in many organs, primarily...

Skin aging is a natural process that occurs as a result of the gradual decrease in the rate of skin cell renewal and exposure to environmental factors over time. Factors such as harmful UV rays from the sun, smoking, polluted air, and unhealthy diet can accelerate skin aging. Disturbing symptoms (i.e. wrinkles, spots, sagging, and...

During the summer season, when the sun is shining, clothing is lighter, and the vacation season begins, the care you give your skin is of great importance for your health and beauty. The simple precautions you take against sunlight, hot weather, humidity, and heavy sweating during this period are good opportunities to prepare both your...

There is a serious relationship between the way we eat and the way we look as well as our health. It is of great importance that we consume certain nutrients regularly for a bright, smooth, vibrant, natural-looking skin. In fact, by paying attention to what we eat in the face of many diseases such as...

Redness, skin depression and color changes; acne scars can come out in many awful ways, and sometimes, all together. Some of them go away by themselves in a few months -just like that famous redness, which is called erythema – but some will need special care from you or a cosmetic dermatologist. Here is a...

Hair loss is usually of genetic origin, but pollution, stressful life and even bad eating habits can also be the cause. Moreover, inflammatory diseases such as sinusitis and even intestinal parasites can trigger hair loss, while nutritive deficiencies (B12, magnesium, zinc and iron) also can. Hair loss is a very common aesthetic problem as hair...

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...