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Skin care tips & latest scientific updates regarding skin diseases, products & procedures.

Points to remember before getting a tattoo

What is a tattoo? Can tattoos cause allergic reactions? Who should avoid getting a tattoo? In this article, we share a few tips that you must remember before getting a tattoo.

What are skin types?

Every skin is specific, and knowledge of your skin type determines its needs. a basic knowledge of skin types helps you to choose the best skin care and cosmetic products for yourself.

Nail polish: tips from a cosmetic dermatologist

What is the correct way to apply nail polish? What are the side effects? Which nail polish products are better? We discuss all these concerns in this article.

Is using a hair oil really beneficial?

Does hair oil make your hair grow faster, thicker, lustrous or even decrease hair loss? This article provides you with all the facts & busts all the myths.

How to get rid of too much sweat?

What are the lifestyle modifications for reducing sweating? Do antiperspirants and deodorants help? What is Iontophoresis?

Warts – all you need to know

What are warts? What are the different types of warts? When should you see a doctor for warts?

Gray hair – is there any cure?

Hair turns white or gray when the pigment-producing cells or melanocytes stop producing pigment. If gray hair occur in early age, it is called premature graying of hair or canities.

Chickenpox – myths & facts

What is chickenpox? Is there any treatment for chickenpox? Is there a vaccine that can give lifetime protection from this disease? Read on to clear all these doubts.

Bumps on your skin – are they molluscum?

What is molluscum? How does this viral infection occur & spread? How is molluscum treated?

How to reduce an atrophic acne scar?

Most common modalities to effectively reduce acne scars are dermaroller treatment or laser resurfacing by fractional CO2 lasers.

How to use UV Index for sun protection?

The UV Index provides the expected risk of over-exposure to the sun. It is a useful tool to help general public to take steps to reduce ultraviolet radiation exposure.

How to reduce a keloid scar?

What is a keloid scar? How does a keloid scar develop? Read on to know the most common treatment options for minimising a hypertrophic or keloid scar.

PRP for hair loss & baldness: does it work?

What is PRP therapy? Can it help in the treating baldness? How safe & costly is PRP? Read on to know all about this new treatment modality.

Chilblains – all you need to know this winter

Why do chilblains develop in winters? What can I do to prevent development of chilblains? When do I need to visit a doctor? Read on to know more.

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