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Camouflage therapy

V L Rayner1

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of California San Francisco, USA.

Dermatologic Clinics
|April 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary
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Camouflage therapy offers cosmetic techniques to help patients manage disfigurement trauma. These methods, including cover creams and color correctors, aim to normalize appearance and improve psychological well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Cosmetic Science
  • Psychodermatology

Background:

  • Disfigurement can cause significant psychological and physical trauma.
  • Patients often seek methods to improve their appearance and cope with trauma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce camouflage therapy as a self-management system for patients with disfigurements.
  • To outline the basic techniques within camouflage therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Description of four fundamental camouflage therapy techniques.
  • Emphasis on the interrelated nature of these cosmetic techniques.
  • Application of techniques for concealing scars, managing acne-prone skin, correcting discoloration, and recreating skin imperfections.

Main Results:

  • Camouflage therapy provides a structured approach using cosmetic techniques.

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  • Techniques are designed for self-application by patients.
  • The goal is to normalize appearance and aid constructive coping.

    • Conclusions:

    • Camouflage therapy is an effective system for patients to manage the effects of disfigurement.
    • Cosmetic techniques can be integrated to normalize appearance and enhance psychological coping.
    • Further resources are recommended for comprehensive understanding and application.