If you are still fresh-faced and dewy, you might think that your youthful looks are going to last forever – but they won’t, sad to say that. As you grow older, stress, environmental pollution, extended sun exposures and inadequate rest will contribute to wrinkles, uneven skin tone and sagging, as well as other signs of…
For acne-free and glowing skin, proper cleansing is of utmost importance. Improperly cleansed skin wreaks a havoc in no time and sometimes may leave irreparable damage. Be it due to lack of awareness or sheer negligence, the horrendous consequences of improper skin cleansing show up for sure! There is no one size that fits all…
Is it possible to kiss goodbye to chapped lips forever? Yes, but like any chronic condition you must first identify the cause so you can smartly plan your remedy. Here are the 9 most common causes of chronic lip chapping which will give you a “heads up” on identifying the culprit. 1) Cosmetics – Lipsticks…
Fractional resurfacing C02 and Er:YAG lasers have traditionally been used in ablative resurfacing procedures. They target tissue water and non-specifically ablate layers of skin to varying depths. Significant improvements can be obtained with these lasers in the treatment of scars (including those from acne vulgaris), cutaneous growths and photodamaged skin. However, recovery can be protracted…
Be pleasantly surprised by these amazing honey properties — antimicrobial, antioxidant, and hygroscopic which all make honey a popular food as well as a medicine. 1. Honey is Hygroscopic Honey has a hygroscopic nature, which means when exposed to air, it naturally absorbs moisture in from the air. In treating open wounds, honey is useful…
The skin is the largest organ in our body and therefore requires a lot of care to ensure that we remain protected against both external and internal risks. The external risks arise out of repeated exposure to bad weather conditions, pollution, and use of cheap cosmetics and so on. The internal risks come about due…
We go to the dentist to check the health of our teeth to ensure that we do not need treatment and avoid sickness against infections. We sometimes undergo medical examinations to ensure that our bodies are healthy and fully functioning condition. So why not take care of our skin? Prevention is better than cure Many…
Acne vulgaris is derived from a Greek word ‘akme’ to mean ‘point, edge’ in the sense of ‘skin eruption’. It is a common human disease found on the skin and affects mostly the face and upper parts of the chest and back because these parts have a huge population of the sebaceous follicles. It occurs…
Acne Scars Problem The word acne and acne scar are not new to us. Almost all of us know what acne is and how it is linked to keloids scars. In fact, we seek refuge from the acne and keloids scars. It is due to the reason that these skin conditions are not just surface…
Ever get so tired of trying so many unsuccessful acne treatments that you consider just not washing your face at all? Well, believe it or not, not washing your face may be the best treatment for your acne! Not washing your face is often called the “caveman regimen,” and many acne sufferers have found great…
