A brow lift is also known as a forehead lift, is a cosmetic procedure that rejuvenates the face above the eyes to raise the brows. By removing excess sagging, skin on the forehead and repositioning the underlying muscles and tissues, a brow lift improves the appearance of the forehead, the brow and the area around the eyes by raising the soft tissue and skin of the forehead and brow. Why it’s done? Aging causes the brows to move down. As skin and soft tissues lose elasticity, the distance between the eyebrows & eyelashes also shortens. A brow lift can raise the eyebrows and restore a refreshed, more pleasing appearance. You might consider a brow lift if you have a low or sagging brow that’s contributing to sagging upper eyelids. Ways to lift brows • Botox Botox is a nonsurgical procedure that treats frown lines between your brows & elevates the height of your eyebrows. It helps in relaxing underlying muscles to smooth your skin on the outside and relaxing the muscles between the brows which allows the forehead muscles to pull up the now-relaxed muscles between the brows, thereby elevating the brows. • Ultherapy Ultherapy can lift the brows, eyelids, forehead, as well as smooth lines around the eyes & forehead for up to five years. It works safely, subtly, and naturally with no downtime. Ultherapy can be l
What is hyperpigmentation? Hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition that causes the skin to darken. This occurs when the skin produces a brown pigment called melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color. Hyperpigmentation can occur in small patches, cover large areas that appear darker than the natural surrounding skin. Some forms of hyperpigmentation, including melasma and sun spots, are more likely to affect areas of skin that face sun exposure, including the face, arms, and legs. Causes of hyperpigmentation The most common causes of hyperpigmentation are: • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is caused by trauma. Most common causes includes acne, friction, shaving, abrasion, dermatitis, burns, eczema & allergic reactions. • Sun exposure/ age spots / sun spots The body produces more melanin to protect the skin from prolonged exposure to the sun which cause dark spots or patches on the skin called sun spots or age spots. Most common causes of sun spots include UV damage / sun exposure, exposure to pollutants, and smoking. • Melasma Darker patches of skin can form when people experience hormonal imbalance. This type of hyperpigmentation is common during pregnancy. Most common causes of melasma include pregnancy, thyroid disorders, hormonal birth
Body odour is the unpleasant scent our bodies can give off when bacteria that live on the skin break down sweat into acids. In reality, sweat itself is virtually odourless to humans. The rapid multiplication of bacteria in the presence of sweat and their breaking down of sweat into acids are the causes the unpleasant smell. Areas where body odour usually occurs- • armpits • feet • groin • belly button • genitals • pubic hair and other hair • behind the ears • the rest of the skin, to a lesser extent How to reduce sweat & body odour? The following steps may help in controlling body odour- • Daily shower warm water Have a shower at least once a day as it helps in washing away sweat and getting rid of some of the bacteria on your skin. Remember that warm water helps kill off bacteria that are present on your skin. If the weather is exceptionally hot, consider bathing more often than once a day. • Use Antibacterial Soap Washing thoroughly with an antibacterial soap bar will help get rid of some bacteria, which can help with the odour. • Dry well with towel Once you’ve showered, dry yourself completely, paying close attention to any areas where you sweat a lot. • Clean Clothing Change clothes often when you’re sweating as fresh clothes help keep body odour down. Also wear cl
Overview Stretch marks are a type of scars that develops when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly. It is caused by the sudden stretching of the dermal layer of the skin, mostly during pregnancy. They usually appear as long and narrow streaks or stripes along the skin, which is why some people call them “tiger stripes.” These are also called striae & are indented streaks that often appear on the abdomen, breasts, hips, buttocks and thighs. These marks aren’t painful or harmful, but some people feel upset about the way they make their skin look. Stretch marks fade with time; however, treatment can make stretch marks fade & may make them less noticeable more quickly. Causes • Pregnancy • Weight Gain • Weight Training • Medication Use • Being overweight or obese • Being female • Using corticosteroid medication • History of stretch marks in the family • Rapid growth spurts during puberty How to get freedom from stretch marks? Treatment for Stretch Marks • Skin Resurfacing- ResurFx The Lumenis ResurFX is the latest in non-ablative, fractional laser technology to improve stretch marks, skin discoloration wrinkles, acne scars. Non-ablative means it does not destroys skin cells rather it stimulates the skin to develop collagen without harming or ablating any skin while fractional
Cleanliness & grooming are now getting popular as more and more men prefer smooth hair-free skin & hence it’s changing norms in our society. Trimming of hair, maintaining eyebrows and keeping chest, uni-brows, abdomen, shoulder, nose, legs, back & ear lobes shaved has now become a prominent part of men’s grooming routine, as it helps in enhancing their appearance. Men hair are usually thicker & stronger so traditional methods like waxing, shaving, tweezing or plucking is not so pleasing anymore as they are intensely painful and includes recurring expenses. So it is important to identify & utilize the most cost-effective, painless and long-term methods of hair removal in men. Men hair are usually thicker & stronger but still success from following methods are possible- Method available for men’s hair removal
- Laser hair removal –One of the best choice for selective parts or full body hair removal in men. It is a quick, painless, cost-effective and a long-term method of hair reduction.
- Electrolysis –Expensive as well as time consuming method of permanent hair removal for men. It is extremely painful and you will have to attend several sessions with each session being 15-30 minutes.
- Shaving –It’s very common as razors have be
Whiteheads are a type of acne which forms as little white spots that can burst out from skin unexpectedly and cause unsightly and displeasing outbreaks. They forms when dead skin cells, oil, and bacteria become trapped within one of your pores. They may not cause blemishes or scarring but can spoil your look but the good news is that they can be prevented with a combination of lifestyle changes and medical treatments. Causes of Whiteheads Clogged pores are the main cause of whiteheads. Your pores can become blocked for several reasons. Hormonal changes, medications, certain types of makeup, and genetics are some factors that can contribute to a person getting whiteheads. The increased oil production on your pores causes clogged pores and whiteheads. These stages include: • puberty • menstruation • pregnancy • menopause Factors that may make whiteheads worse include: • polluted air and humidity • friction from bike helmets or backpacks • wearing glasses • excessive scrubbing of the skin • pimple squeezing • stress Where do whiteheads appear? They can develop anywhere on your body. Common areas includes nose, forehead & chin are collectively known as the T-zone. The oily parts of your face, such as the T-zone, are the most prone to acne. But one can also develop whiteheads on your chest, back, shoulders,