ASK A DERMATOLOGIST


My skin is extremely oily and acne prone. Any tips to reduce excessive oil from the face?

You need to use a face wash that contains salicylic acid, switch to a mineralise foundation and sun screen. Avoid frequent use of creams to give your skin a break.

My parlour lady says I have loose skin and I am only in my mid-twenties. What does that mean and what should I do?

Check your creams and make sure you use creams that contain ketinoids with good anti-aging ingredients. Moisturiser is your best friend, and make the habit to apply it religiously. Also apply anti-ageing day and night cream.

I am a 27 year old female and I have a slight balding on the front. What should I do?

You need to consult a dermatologist and go for complete blood count. You could have a hormonal problem or low haemoglobin. Use minoxidil 5% or 2% thrice a day. Another option is platelet rich plasma, but first check if you are not having any hormonal problem.

I get a very bad case of razor burns. What hair removal method should I use?

If you have razor burns, then you should go for laser procedure, it is the best treatment for hair removal. There are also many good medicated creams available to decrease hair growth but don’t use anything without a doctor’s recommendation.

I have very dark lips. Please suggest a night time regimen to lighten them?

Make sure that you are not wearing lipstick for longer periods. Here is a good tip for pink lips. Take rose petals and add 2 drops of glycerine and freeze for half an hour. Rub petals smoothly on your lips and apply any mild steroid on lips at night.

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