If the skin feels dry, tight, irritated and has a scaly appearance, these are signs of a disturbed skin barrier. Which brings us to our subject: What options are available to keep this barrier intact? Structurally, the barrier consists largely of the skin‘s own fats (lipids) and bound moisture. If the skin lacks lipids, moisture

High-quality foot care products can become a full body sensorial experience with a balanced blend of essential oils. The art lies in finding exquisite oils and combining them in such a way that the product offers maximum skin protection as well as a fragrant care experience. This is why GEHWOL relies on essential oils of

Stresses in the practice and mobile foot care are high. A busy schedule with long periods of sitting in an awkward posture does not leave a lot of time for self-care in everyday life. There are three essential areas for providing relief in everyday life. Joana Weingärtner, Head of GEHWOL Academy The procedures of a

In this issue, Joana Weingärtner, podiatrist and head of the GEHWOL Academy, describes the special form of nail psoriasis. The problems start with the diagnosis, and even doctors are often in the dark. 26 FUSSPFLEGE According to a study at Saarland University Hospital, the error rate in diagnosing nail diseases was around 54 percent. One

When the temperatures go to zero and the heating is running at full speed, our feet start to have a hard time: whether blood circulation or activity of the sebum glands –“low flame” is the order of the day. When the temperature is cool, the blood vessels in the skin constrict. The result: cold feet

Subungual hematoma, i.e. bleeding into the nail bed (as well as bruising under the nail) can be often caused by mechanical pressure due to poorly fitting, too tight or too short shoes, especially while hiking or doing sports. However, involuntary blunt force by bumping the toe against objects or the edge of the bed or

Urea is eminently suitable for increasing skin moisture in dry skin. But what formulation is the right one? The care of dry skin is one of the greatest cosmetic challenges. This is particularly true for foot skin. Since it tends to be low in fat on the sole, it tends to dry out more rapidly.

The materials, information, and general recommendations provided in this post and the attached documents are purely educational and informational, and are intended to further enhance the experience of the user of the products discussed during any GEHWOL training or public presentation.  It is up to the user to accept or reject any recommendations made under

Healthy feet, also in diabetes. Please download the diabetics guidebook.

Diabetics in the foot care practice. The number of patients suffering from the metabolic disorder, Diabetes mellitus, is on the increase around the globe. 34.2 million Americans—just over 1 in 10—have diabetes. 88 million American adults—approximately 1 in 3—have prediabetes. In addition to the personal implications, the disease places dramatically rising costs on health services.