Dermatology
3 major mistakes that hurt your skin

What you eat and drink shows how healthy your skin is. If you want to take proper care of your skin, then you should take proper care in terms of food. And we have come up with the three major mistakes you’ve been doing so far that are hurting your skin very badly. Read on.
1. Insufficient water intake: We all know the importance of hydration but still we do ignore it. Lack of hydration will lead to lot of troubles and skin health is no exception. If you don’t drink enough water, your skin will become dry, flaky and tight. And this in turn will lead to wrinkles as well.
2. Unnecessary crash diets: In case if you are wondering how crash diets leads to bad skin, then let us explain you. When you deprive your body of necessary nutrients and minerals, this impacts your skin in the form of dullness and dark circles.
3. Too much intake of sodas: The consumption of sodas dehydrates your skin and this impacts your overall skin health. Also, too much intake of sodas results in premature ageing of the skin.
Dermatology
Is it healthy to get pedicures?

Pedicure:
A pedicure is a therapeutic treatment for your feet that removes dead skin, softens hard skin and shapes and treats your toenails. While a professional pedicure can help you feel pampered and confident in summer sandals, there are health risks associate with nail trimming, cuticle clipping, and foot soaking.salon pedicures can put you at risk for developing foot fungus, ingrown toenails and dangerous infections.
Benefits of pedicure:
- Prevents infections
- Promotes healthy blood circulation
- Reduces back pain
- Boosts nail health
- It can make your feet look younger
- Improves mental health
Pedicure include:
- Foot soaking
- Foot scrubbing with a pumice stone or foot file
- Nail clipping
- Nail shaping
- Foot an calf massage,moisturizer and nail polishing
Dermatology
Pros and cons of facials treatments

Facial:
Facial is a set of skin care treatments for your face with the goal of exfoliating your skin,removing impurities, and dead skin. Facials can help clear clogged pores, quench parched skin and remove dead cells. Deep cleaning and exfoliation allows for a greater cell turnover, resulting in softer,more even skin that is less prone to breakouts and shows fewer signs of ageing.
It is usually performed in beauty salons, day spas, and even your dermatologist’s office.There are some dermatologist who employ estheticians in their private practice.
Pros of facials:
- Rejuvenates your skin
- Relieves stress- facials involve some massage which aids in blood circulation and lymphatic drainage.It helps to relax facial muscles which can slow the onset of wrinkles on the face.
- Slow down the signs of ageing
- Gives your skin natural glow
- Cleanses skin
Cons of facials:
- Allergies
- Breakouts
- Scarring
- Itching and reddening
Dermatology
How to get rid of Hyper-pigmentation ?

Hyper-pigmentation isn’t necessarily a condition but a term that describes skin that appears darker than others.”Hyper” means more, and “pigment” means color. It can appear as brown, black, gray, red or pink spots or patches. The spots are sometimes called age spots, sun spots or liver spots. It can
- Occur in small patches
- Covers large areas
- Affects entire body
Causes for hyper-pigmentation:
- Melasma
- Sunspots
- Post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation
- Reaction to the drug use
- Medical condition
Although hyper-pigmentation is harmless, some people wish to get rid of it. There are a range of possible treatment methods an home remedies that people can try.
To prevent hyper-pigmentation, or to stop it becoming more prominent:
- Avoid exposure to the sun
- Avoid picking at the skin
Topical treatments:
Many people use topical treatment to treat hyper-pigmentation. Topical treatments will include ingredients that lighten the skin, such as:
- Azelaic acid
- Corticosteroids
- Hydroquinone
- Kojic acid
- Retinoids, such as tretinoin
- Vitamin C
Cosmetic procedures:
- Laser therapy
- Intense pulsed light
- Chemical peels
- Microdermabrasion
Home remedies:
- Aloe vera
- Licorice
- Green tea
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