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External Therapy Handbook About Dermatology-M EXTERNAL THERAPY HANDBOOK ABOUT DERMATOLOGY-M Dermatology M is an exclusive range of carefully designed topicals and cosmetic skincare creams, ointments and tinctures, developed by world-renowned dermatologist Mazin Al-Khafaji. Mazin is recognised as one of the leading experts in the field of dermatology and Chinese medicine, and for three decades has treated unusual and difficult skin, auto-immune and allergic diseases with great success. He is also an authority on the toxicity and authentication of herbs, often cooperating with experts in the field at Kew Gardens, London. He runs the Avicenna Dispensary the unique TCM pharmacy where he makes his products from raw herbs imported directly from trusted suppliers in China. The dispensary, in England, now attracts professional praise and visitors from all over the world, even from Taiwan and China itself! FORMULATED TO PROTECT AND CONDITION SKIN Our topical products are designed for skin conditions including Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Fungal Infection and Rosacea. The majority should be used in addition to internal herbal therapy. The cosmetic range includes moisturisers for the face, skin creams for the delicate eye area and neck line, lip balms, hand and foot creams as well as body lotions. Formulated from herbal ingredients known to improve the condition of skin, they are made on our own premises by hand and in small batches only, using organic ingredients wherever possible. Our products do not contain artificial colours or preservatives, petrochemical substances or steroids. PRODUCT WARNINGS Ensure to do a patch test before using any new product. In case of any adverse reaction, discontinue use of product immediately. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. As with all natural products, it is inherent that appearance and consistency may vary. This does not affect the quality of the product. Product statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products and statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Acne.....................................................................................1 2. Allergic Rhinitis & Sinusitis................................................2 3. Alopecia Areata....................................................................3 4. Impetigo...............................................................................4 5. Eczema (Dermatitis)............................................................5 6. Fungal & Yeast Infection.....................................................9 7. Lichen Planus....................................................................11 8. Lichen Sclerosis................................................................12 9. Lichen Simplex..................................................................13 10. Melasma & Chloasma...................................................14 11. Peri Oral Dermatitis......................................................15 12. Psoriasis........................................................................16 13. Rosacea..........................................................................19 14. Scarring..........................................................................20 15. Urticaria.........................................................................21 16. Viral Infections...............................................................22 17. Vitiligo.............................................................................23 18. Ear Infections.................................................................24 FOR ALL ORDERS VISIT: www.dermatology-m.com (US & CANADA) www.dermatology-m.co.uk (REST OF THE WORLD) © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 1 1. ACNE TREATMENT To enhance treatment, use Jin Yin Hua Face Wash daily and Xiao Overview Cuo Mian Mo face mask 2-3 times a week. Jin Yin Hua Face Wash (Honeysuckle Wash) Use daily to wash affected areas on the skin before using other creams, gels or masks. Ji Xue Cao Gao (Cream) DAY TIME Apply 2-3 times a day to affected area. Since its not coloured its (All Skin Types) particularly suitable for lesions on the face and neck. Fei Zi Shui (Gel) Apply several times a day to affected skin. Xiao Cuo Mian Mo (Cleanse & Clear Face Mask) Use this face mask 2-3 times a week, leave on for 15 minutes before washing off. NIGHT TIME Both Dian Dao Shui Gao & Fei Zi Dian Dao Shui leave a yellow Overview mark on the skin that can be washed off in the morning. Dian Dao Shui Gao (Gel) Apply to affected area and leave on overnight. Dry & Ji Xue Cao Gao (Cream) Combination Skin Apply 2-3 times a day to affected area. Since its not coloured its particularly suitable for lesions on the face and neck. Fei Zi Dian Dao Shui (Gel) Apply to affected area and leave on overnight. Greasy Skin Ji Xue Cao Gao (Cream) Apply 2-3 times a day to affected area. Since its not coloured its particularly suitable for lesions on the face and neck. © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 2 2.1. ALLERGIC RHINITIS & SINUSITIS TREATMENT Bi Yan Ling (Nasal Spray) RHINITIS 1-2 sprays in each nostril 2-3 times a day. Cang Er Zi You (Nasal Drops) SINUSITIS 1-2 drops in each nostril 2-3 times a day. © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 3 3. ALOPECIA AREATA TREATMENT ALOPECIA Ce Bai Ye Ding (Enriching Hair Tincture) AREATA Apply to affected bald area twice a day. © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 4 4. IMPETIGO TREATMENT CRUSTED FORMS San Huang Shui Gao (Three Yellow Cream). DRYER FORMS Chuan Xin Lian Shui Gao (Skin Calming Cream) WIDE SPREAD Huang Lian Shui (Gel). FORMS Qing Feng San or Qing Dai San (Powders) ERODED OR Sprinkle on until Impetigo becomes a dryer form and then use WEEPY WITH creams as above. DISCHARGE Alternatively (once crusting forms) mix the powder with a little sesame oil and apply to the area. WITH MILD Shi Zhen Gao (Ointment). ECZEMA © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 5 5. ECZEMA (DERMATITIS) TREATMENT Patients with Eczema tend to vary in their response to different topical products, and are very sensitive. If a patient is not getting the desired result from a particular topical product, they should try another one from the list. There are several different types of Eczema but for most types of Eczema you can follow the differentiation below. However, there are a few exceptions where different topicals for different forms Overview of eczema (see headings below under Sun- Forms of Eczema) are more suitable, notably in Ear canal Eczema, Hand Eczema, Lip Eczema, Seborrhoeic Eczema, and Scalp Eczema. 5.1 Hot Blood 5.2 Damp Heat 5.3 Dry Blood 5.4 Sub Forms of Eczema 5.1. HOT BLOOD Red, ill-defined lesion, scaly and itchy. Overview Shi Zhen Shui Gao (Cream) Smaller Affected Huang Lian Gao (Ointment) Areas Zi Cao Shui Gao (Cream) Hu Zhang Shui (Gel) Widespread Huang Lian Shui (Gel) Lesions Zi Cao Shui Gao (Cream) With Infection Chuan Xin Lian Shui Gao (Cream). © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 6 5.2. DAMP HEAT Red, Swollen, itchy, eroded, weepy or crusted lesions. Overview Shi Zhen Gao (Cream) Smaller Affected Areas Once absorbed, use the emollient to moisturise the skin if dry; Zi Cao Shui Gao (Cream) Huang Lian Shui (Gel) Widespread Lesions Once absorbed use: Zi Cao Shui Gao (Cream) Sprinkle one of the following powders on area until the area is less weepy; Qing Feng San (Powder) Erosion of the Top Qing Dai San (Powder) Layer of Skin Then Apply: Shi Zhen Gao (Ointment) With Infection San Huang Shui Gao (Cream) 5.3. DRY BLOOD Pale, little inflammation, mostly dry or fissured. Overview Gan Cao Shui Gao (Cream) All Types Zi Cao Shui Gao (Cream) 5.4. SUB-FORMS 5.4.1 ATOPIC ECZEMA Differentiate according to the three main morphological Overview subtypes. (See under main title of eczema). 5.4.2. EAR CANAL Huang Lian Di (Ear Drops) ECZEMA 2-3 drops 2-3 times a day. © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 7 5.4.3. HAND Two main types of hand eczema exist: ECZEMA Pompholyx and Fingertip. Overview Blistering dermatitis of the palms, sides of fingers, and POMPHOLYX sometimes soles of feet. ECZEMA This dermatitis typically has two phases: first the blistering phase, then after a week or so the dry phase manifests. San Bai San (Powder) Empty the contents of a packet of powder into a bowl of just Blistering Phase boiled water and stir. Steam the affected area over the bowl - this will help reduce the itching. When the liquid is cool enough, soak the affected area for 15–20 minutes. Zi Cao Shui Gao (Cream) Gan Cao Shui Gao (Cream) Most useful for atrophied skin caused by damage to hands from Dry Phase long term use of topical steroid, which is the common treatment in Western Medicine. Run Zu Shui Gao (Cream) Most useful for hypertrophic thick skin of palms or soles. Hot Inflamed Areas Shi Zhen Shui Gao (Cream) FINGERTIP Dry and fissured skin of fingers and occasionally palms. Unlike ECZEMA most dermatitis, this type is not usually itchy or red. DAY TIME Dry Skin Zi Cao Shui Gao (Cream) Dry And Hypertrophic Skin Run Zu Shui Gao (Cream) NIGHT TIME Bai Ji Gao (Ointment) Dry, Fissured Skin Apply and occlude with mittens or vinyl gloves. (not red) Da Huang Gao (Ointment) Fissured And Red Apply and occlude with mittens or vinyl gloves. Skin © 2019 DERMATOLOGY M & MAZIN AL-KHAFAJI Page 8 This is a nummular (well defined) round or oval dermatitis typi- cally seen on the limbs and body. 5.4.4. LIP ECZEMA Most types are Damp Heat (blistering) though Dry Hot types also occur. Once the
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