title: ["Pigment balance" through oral beta carotene. A new therapeutic principle in cosmetic dermatology].
abstract: Report on methods of treatment of unsightly pigment changes in the face with beta-carotene orally given in combination with locally applied sunscreens. This "balance of pigment" results especially in acral vitiligo in good or very good cosmetic effects. The new treatment is described in detail.
mesh_terms: D000284:Administration, Oral; D002338:Carotenoids / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000378:metabolism / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D010859:Pigmentation Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy*; D013577:Syndrome; D014801:Vitamin A / Q000096:biosynthesis; D014820:Vitiligo / Q000188:drug therapy
chemical_list: D014801:Vitamin A; D002338:Carotenoids
vernacular_title: "Pigmentausgleich" durch beta-Karotin oral. Ein neues therapeutisches Prinzip in der kosmetischen Dermatologie.