Dermatologist

Ahead of getting drenched in Holi colours, Dermatologist Smriti Singh has recommended covering skin and hair with moisturiser and oil respectively before contacting with colours. She stated to avoid bleach//wax/facial one week before and after Holi celebrations and to apply sun-screen on exposed areas. She suggested to apply loads of moisturizer at the first sign of irritation while playing Holi. Besides, Smriti advised to take bath in warm… read-more

Stating that long hot showers can lead to dry skin, dermatologist Dr Geetika Mittal suggests taking warm and short showers for healthy skin. One should also be quick with the application of moisturizer on the skin to avoid skin dryness, she says. Geetika advises for pat drying of skin to avoid the skin irritation. The dermatologist also suggests of using a humidifier to balance the moisture level of the skin.

Dermatologist Geetika Mittal suggests that use of aloe vera can be a ‘natural miracle-healer’ in reducing skin redness. She advises to apply Vitamin C in skincare routine as it provides skin brightening and reduces redness due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, proposing peptides as helpful in tackling red skinning, Geetika advocates use of sunscreen while moving out in the sunlight. Cosmetologist say that skin redness usually… read-more

In a recent Instagram, Dermatologist Jushya Sarin has discussed the major factors causing acne in grown-ups. According to Dr Sarin, adult acne can be caused by hormonal fluctuations i.e., progesterone-increment in females and androgens in males. Moreover, higher cortisol levels triggered by chronic stress along with pollution and oily food can also cause acne. Besides, Sarin recommends to use the right beauty products and avoid cleaning the… read-more

Eczema/ Dermatitis is a common winter-related skin complication that arises due to improper moisturization but can be avoided with proper care, said Dermatologist Aakriti Mehra. She explained the skin turns itchy and inflamed with extreme dryness that may be caused by triggers like pollen, dust, food allergies and even genetics. Dr Mehra, thus, advises proper moisturization of the skin, avoiding respective triggers and making a few lifestyle… read-more