Holy Basil or Tulsi- The Stress Buster!!

Holy Basil or Tulsi is sacred plant that is offered prayers in millions of homes in India. This plant is dear to the Lord probably because of its mind calming and body balancing benefits. Tulsi leaves have been used from time immemorial as remedy for common cold and sore throat; research now shows its benefits extends to heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol and kidney stone also. So, let us see how this herb benefits skin.

• What are the benefits of Tulsi on skin
• What are the side effects of Tulsi
• Which skin types can use Tulsi?

For answers, click:
Tulsi or Basil- the Stress Buster @ Dermatocare.com

Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information pupose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 
Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)

“A cup of green tea a day keeps diseases away”.

A herb like green tea deserves daily intake not only because it benefits skin; but it also has anti-cancer, anti-obesity, cardio-protective, anti-diabetic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-ageing effects. All of these benefits are attributed to unique catechin called as epigallocatechin gallate in green tea. Sit on your couch and absorb the benefits of this wonder herb with a cup of green tea.

1. What are the benefits of using Green tea on skin?
2. How can I use green tea for my skin?
3. Are there any side effects of green tea?
4. Which skin types can use Green tea?

For answers, click:

Wonder in a Cup @ Dermatocare.com

Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information pupose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

 Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 
 Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)

Papaya- 3 in 1 exfoliates, moisturizes and lightens your skin

I have heard of papaya facials; but not orange or mango facials?

All the fruits have anti-ageing and skin repair activities whether eaten or applied to skin because of anti-oxidants, vitamins and minerals content, however the concentration of each constituent might vary. However, papaya is unique among fruits as it has enzyme called as papain which is responsible for most of health benefits of papaya including its digestive values. Papain is responsible for anti-ageing, skin repairing, exfoliation and wound healing properties of papaya.

• What are the benefits of applying Papaya on my skin?
• How can I use papaya at home?
• Which Skin types can use papaya?

For answers, click:

Papaya @ Dermatocare.com

Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information purpose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 
Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)

Are we treating our skin as test tubes in chemistry lab?

Are we treating our skin daily as tubes in chemistry lab? Are we guinea pigs for cosmetic companies?

Potassium hydroxide in skin care product reminded me of chemistry labs during school times; mixing of chemicals lead to vivid color and “swoosh” an explosion happens.

I was surprised to see a corrosive like potassium hydroxide that can burn skin in the cosmetic; however further research revealed that FDA approves its use in cosmetics as pH adjuster. Then, the debate between my brain and FDA started.

It seemed as if FDA was defending itself “Its ok! Forget your chemistry lab, there is just a speck of alkali in the cream you apply.”

For FULL article, click:
Chemical Experiments on Skin? @ Dermatocare.com

Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information purpose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 
Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)

HELP DERMATOCARE BY SHARING YOUR FAVORITE SKIN CARE RECIPE

Recently I started researching ingredient list of beauty products from reputed companies like HUL, Loreal, P&G, J&J, Himalaya, Lotus etc. so that I can recommend them according to skin type and concerns. The exhaustive analysis of thousands of ingredients has left me in dilemma what should I recommend people to apply on face because none of the product contains all the safe ingredients though they are approved by FDA.

So I am striving to build all natural skin care regime. Please help me in this endeavor by posting your favorite recipe for skin care that come straight from the kitchen. 

Dermatocare expert would do research on the ingredients of your recipe and come up with regime according to skin types and concerns.

Dr Surbhi,
MD Skin
Founder, Dermatocare

Disclaimer: The data shared in my blog is my personal opinion based on my knowledge and experience. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. 

Are Natural skin care products better than synthetic ones?

The exhaustive analysis of ingredients in beauty products has left 
me in dilemma what should I recommend people to apply on face. This dilemma stemmed from my study of ingredient of reputed skin care products with the aim of classifying them according to skin type and concerns. I realized that on the average we apply hundreds of ingredients on face daily and believe me out of 100 only 10 are beneficial and rest are preservatives, fragrances, base etc.

None of the product has all the safe ingredients, infact natural ones would decay with time so they are loaded with even more preservatives or processed into the form they might not be acting altogether. 

For FULL article, click:
Natural Skin Care Products @ Dermatocare.com

Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information purpose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individual skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

 Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 
 Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)

Aloe vera- the versatile skin healer !

Aloe vera not only helps in keeping your skin young, healthy and radiant but also useful in number of skin problems; it is aptly the versatile skin healer. This plant has been in use for long but only recently scientific research has proven its efficacy. Aloe vera contains over 150 nutritional ingredients (like amino acids, anthraquinones, enzymes, minerals, vitamins, lignins, monosaccharide, polysaccharides, salicylic acid, saponins, and sterols); the list is too exhaustive to fit into any skin care product, that too all naturals.

1. What are the benefits of using Aloe Vera on skin? 
2. Are there any side effects of using Aloe vera?
3. What is correct method of extracting Aloe Vera jelly at home?
4. How can I use Aloe Vera gel for skin problems?
5. Which skin type can use Aloe Vera?

For answers, click:

Aloe Vera @ Dermatocare.com

 


Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information pupose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 
Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)

Lemon is a home remedy that has certain ifs and buts.

 Lemon is commonly used as home remedy; however lemon can irritate or burn your skin if precautions are not taken. So, lemon is a home remedy that has certain ifs and buts.

1. What are the benefits of using lemon on skin?
2. What are side effects of using lemon on skin?
3. What are the precautions I should take while using lemon on my skin?
4. How can I use lemon for skin?
5. Which skin types can use lemon on their face?

For answers, click: 

Lemon @ Dermatocare.com

Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information purpose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 

Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)

Honey versus anti-winkle cream

Dermatocare started as skin care blog concentrated around Dermatology; however with research we realised that there is lot more than allopathy when it come to skin care. One such proof is this blog. Our research about honey coincidentally clashed with analysis of reputed anti-wrinkle cream; to our surprise honey scored higher. The details are tabulated below:

Benefit	Honey	Anti-wrinkle cream
Moisturizer	Yes	Glycerine and water
Vitamins	Six (riboflavin, niacin, pantathonic acid, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin C)	Four (tocopherol, niacin, vitamin C, pantathonic acid)
Anti-oxidants	Multiple (Chrysin, pinobanksin, catalase, pinocembrin)	One (green tea)
Minerals	Zinc, selenium	None
Amino acids	18-20 amino acids mostly Proline	None
Organic acids	Many especially Gluconic acid	None
Anti-septic	anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties	None
Preservative	Natural	Synthetic

                           

• How does honey benefits skin?
• Which type of honey is best for skin?
• How can I use raw honey on my skin?
• Which skin types can use honey on face?

For answers, click:

Honey vs Anti-wrinkle cream @ Dermatocare.com

Disclaimer- The content of this page is meant for information pupose only and not not meant for medical use.As everybody skin behaves differently so the author is not responsible for any damage or losses or side effects arising from the use or following the information provided on this page. Also certain topics in this page are still controversial so the author is sharing her views based on her experience and knowledge. Any wrong content or discrepancies in thought are invited for discussions and if needed can be corrected based on the facts. The results expected with skin care products are not universally applicable as each individuals skin behaves differently. The author is not responsible for any adverse event that arises out of following my opinion, however such negative and positive feedback will help me improve. Kindly seek dermatologist advice for skin care, acne, redness, irritation, dark patches or any other skin problem. Kindly note for medico-legal reasons I have not listed prescribed skin care products which are specially formulated according to skin types and are cost effective too. Also, the author has no monetary association with above listed brands, there are thousands of skin care products in the market I have chosen few of them to start with. Kindly note all the photographs in this blog are taken from Google images.

 

Your invaluable comments, queries and Facebook likes will help me in my effort of Dermato-awareness- working towards healthy, radiant and flawless skin. 
Dr Surbhi, MD (Skin)