Skincare during COVID-19
The novel Coronavirus has impacted every aspect of our lives. Everything, from the way we interact with each other to our work and social lives, has been upturned.
It helps to be the biggest team of dermatologists in the region, looking after millions of customers. We gain a wealth of insight into everything skin and hair, which we’re happy to share with you. Scroll right through for what matters most to you. It’s science made simple.
Teen acne: Nothing that can’t be dealt with
Teenage years can be a pretty confusing time. There are numerous changes that take place in the body at both an emotional and physical level. One such prominent and noticeable physical change is acne. The sudden hormonal changes during puberty often lead to an increase in the skin’s oil (sebum) production. The sebum produced mixes with dead skin cells, clogs pores, and traps bacteria within the skin causing acne or pimples—resulting in acne becoming a mainstay…
Everything you need to know about Retinol
Retinol is in just about every anti-aging skincare product on the shelves today. It is one of the most researched skincare ingredients today and also one of the most highly recommended by dermatologists everywhere. It is often recommended as a “cure-all” power-ingredient. However, it is essential to take some precautions before using retinol. Here is everything you want to know about retinol. What is Retinol? Retinol is a derivative of antioxidant-rich Vitamin A of the retinoid…
Clean Beauty A Skincare Revolution or Extravagance?
The whole ‘clean beauty’ movement as a trend originated from conscious consumerism. With consumers jumping into the sustainable and eco-friendly bandwagon, companies are making products that would cater to this market. The beauty industry is currently valued at $532 billion and is looking up based on a report by retail analyst Edited.[1] So, what is the clean beauty movement all about and what do dermatologists have to say about it? What exactly is clean beauty? You…
Skincare Hacks for Healthy Skin During Coronovirus Lockdown
Has the lockdown affected your skincare routine and made your skin dry and dull? Try out these skincare home remedies to keep your skin glowing! Prolonged home quarantine period along with drastic changes in eating habits, lack of exercise, reduced water intake, change in weather and simply being lazy can lead to your body reacting differently and causing hormonal imbalance. The consequences? Dry skin somewhere, oily skin somewhere else, acne, pimples acting up, heat boils on…
Skincare acids for your skin & beauty routine
You have probably seen serums, cleansers and moisturisers showcasing active ingredients that can help reduce wrinkles, brighten skin and prevent breakouts. Many of these ingredients are basically acids that come with inherent skincare properties. Acids are a growing trend in the skincare world and acid-based products are finding their way into shelves and closets like never before. Acids if leveraged in right dosages can help get rid of dead cells and reveal clear, smooth and brighter…
5 Ways to Show Your Skin Some Love This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. This time of year is all about love and that includes not just showering love on your loved ones, but loving the human body’s largest organ—your skin. Expensive skincare products and fancy packaging may look appealing, but skincare doesn’t end there. Truly loving your skin involves much more. Here are 5 ways to show some skin love this Valentine’s Day. 1. Show love by auditing your skincare and makeup…
Vitamin C: 7 reasons why this serum is essential to your daily routine
Your epidermis—the outermost layer of your skin—which serves to protect your body against the absorption of harmful substances is also the most vulnerable to damage. Environmental damage due to exposure to harmful UV rays coupled with chemical damage from a wide variety of products can leave your skin looking dull and tired. Fortunately, there are several scientifically backed skin care products that can help control and even reverse the damage done to the skin. Vitamin C…
Better skin for men in just 15 minutes
Are you tired of seeing those oily smudges on your phone screen after a call? Or having patchy dry skin? Or a combination of both, where you see oiliness in certain parts of your face, especially your T-zone? Men have around 20% thicker skin than women. With thicker skin comes larger pores due to more active sebaceous glands. This translates to more oily skin along with a higher chance of getting impurities. Also, harsh weather conditions…
The real reason why your legs feel heavy
While it’s fairly common to suffer from swelling of feet while wearing high heels for long periods of time, swelling can also be due to a medical condition called edema. Edema is the result of excessive fluid accumulation within the tissues of the body, which in turn, shows up as an abnormal swelling. The condition can occur in any part of the body but it is most commonly observed in the lower extremities, particularly the legs,…
