Why Do Some Scars Keep Growing? Understanding Keloids
Written by Dr. Pavithra Table of Contents Why does a scar sometimes keep growing even after the wound has healed? The answer could be a keloid. While most scars gradually settle after an injury, a keloid behaves differently—it grows beyond the boundaries of the original wound. Although keloids are benign, they can become a cosmetic […]
POST-MONSOON SKIN AND SCALP CARE IN CHENNAI: MANAGING HUMIDITY-TRIGGERED BREAKOUTS AND HAIR FALL
Written by Dr. Dhanalakshmi Table of Contents Post monsoon the skin can develop then following: Humidity itself does not directly cause acne, but it can worsen acne-prone skin. Chennai’s tropical climate can be challenging for both skin and hair. Even after the monsoon season begins to recede, humidity may remain high, creating an environment where […]
Sunscreen SPF: Is the Number Really Important?
Pores are normal tiny openings on the surface of skin, which serve as pathways for sweat and oil to release.
Inside a Dermatology Consultation: A Patient’s Guide
Pores are normal tiny openings on the surface of skin, which serve as pathways for sweat and oil to release.
Understanding Tween Skin: Medical Insights for Parents and Pre-Teens
Pores are normal tiny openings on the surface of skin, which serve as pathways for sweat and oil to release.
Understanding Pores
Pores are normal tiny openings on the surface of skin, which serve as pathways for sweat and oil to release.
Could JAK Inhibitors Help Your Skin Condition?
Could JAK Inhibitors Help Your Skin Condition? There’s a new molecule making waves in dermatology: JAK inhibitors. Let’s take a closer look at how these medicines work, and why they’re opening up new possibilities for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, alopecia areata, and vitiligo. The Cell Phone Analogy: Understanding Your Body’s Communication System To understand JAK […]
Your Friend’s Cream Worked for Them—But Here’s Why It May Fail You
Your Friend’s Cream Worked for Them—ButHere’s Why It May Fail You Ever done this before? You notice an itchy red patch on your skin. You go to the nearest pharmacy and ask for “something for itching.” The pharmacist hands you a cream. Or maybe a friend tells you, “This worked for me—try it!” At first, […]
Clear Skin Starts in the Kitchen
Clear Skin Starts in the Kitchen Let’s get this straight right away: I’m not going to tell you to rub honey, coffee, or egg whites on your face. Nope, this isn’t one of those blogs. The real magic for healthy skin —it’s on your plate. Because what you eat doesn’t just fuel your body—it can […]
Melasma vs. Pigmentation: Causes, Treatment & Key Differences
Pigmentation is one of the most common skin concerns, but not all dark patches are the same. Melasma is often mistaken for general uneven skin tone, which can lead individuals down a frustrating path of self-diagnosis and ineffective over-the-counter treatments. This confusion delays proper care, causes unnecessary emotional stress, and often results in prolonged pigmentation […]
