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  • Stuck in Long Jams- Relax not Fret

    Bust That Stress

    We start with stress busting because we know that the stress of being stuck is too much to allow you concentrate on anything else.

    Inhale as large as you can to ensure maximum chest and diaphragm expansion. Inhale and exhale such that you can feel your stomach muscles moving.

    Repeat the procedure about 10 times.

    This entire exercise will put your tummy muscles at work thus, not just toning them but also helping in better metabolism. The constant inhale-exhale will strengthen your lungs too and of course, the additional oxygen will boost your mood.

    Tone Those Abs

    When you are seated behind the wheel, or even in the backseat, try getting the left shoulder as close as possible to the right foot and the right shoulder to the left foot. If you face difficulty in this, do not over stretch. Start with first touching the tip of the fingers to the opposite foot and then gradually increase the stretch over time to finally come to bending your shoulder.

    Start with 2 sets of 10 and then increase with time.

    Build those Biceps

    Put your hands on the steering wheel such that they are at 180 degree to each other and 90 degree to your body- basically, you have to sit straight. Alternatively, if you are sitting in the back seat, place your hands on the seat in front.

    Now, while maintaining the same position, try pushing both the hands towards each other to work the chest. Hold in this position for as long as you can. Try doing 2 sets of 20 to begin with.

    Tone up your Neck

    The simplest of all, all that needs to be done is, turn your neck to a side, apply pressure with your palm onto your forehead and resist this pressure with your neck. Repeat it for the other side.

    Do 2 sets of 10 each for starters and you may then gradually increase on the numbers.

    Strengthen the calf

    For those who either travel by public transport or have to wait for cabs. We know how difficult it can be to get the seats. Well, utilise this by moving your legs up and down from the knee and below.

    This would not just reduce the fatigue on the leg by facilitating faster blood flow but there is also a probability that the people around you will give you some space to stand (tongue in cheek).

    We hope that you will follow this regime and will be able to make up for your lost fitness time.

    To know more such stuff, keep waiting and we shall be back with a blog soon!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • The After Party Detox

    So, here we are telling you about what you need to do to detoxify your skin and body after a fun-filled time of festivities:

    Let us start with the Skin First!

    The Skin- Easier Done than Said!

    1. No heavy make-ups because first, you wouldn’t need them and second it is important to let the skin breathe
    2. Go for a simple clean-up or maybe a head and shoulder massage. This because a soothened up head and shoulders will take your tiredness away and put the glow back on the face
    3. Massage almond oil into your facial skin daily at night before sleeping. A gentle massaging with the tip of your fingers will be enough to replenish the lost suppleness
    4. The weekend immediately after your last party- stay insides and relax.

    None of it is too much to do. All of the above are just letting your skin know that it can relax again and once it gets relaxed, the healing will happen on its own!

    The Body- Now this will need some work!

    Hot water and lemon in the morning- the first thing you do after you wake up is given but there are a few other things too.

    1. Soak your feet in slightly hot water with salt dissolved in it. Do it twice in a week for one week (say Tuesday and Friday). It soothes up your legs and feet well. Important thing is that you need to soak up to your knees.
    2. Incorporate beans and chilli in your diet. The chilly will burn the fat that you accumulated faster than it would have been normally and the beans will provide enough protein and fibre for an effective digestion.
    3. Say no to tea and coffee and incorporate Buttermilk in your diet. Go for chilled buttermilk to keep your insides cool.
    4. You can also take probiotic drinks to further fasten up your metabolism in case you have a slow one.
    5. Get enough sleep- actually give yourself a bonus of 2 hours extra and be a bit lazy for a week. Your body will get enough hints to know that it is back to the relaxed mode again
    6. And for the exercise part- well you just need to take stairs and walk as much as you can!

    We hope that you found the aforementioned to be doable and a bit different from the usual clutter of information.

    Follow them when the time comes; till then, Happy Festivities!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • Power Dressing to the Office!

    We start with Hair
    First, ensure that your hair are not wet when you come to office. Wet hair signify that you are not taking your life seriously and you cannot manage time well- something you would not want anyone to think.
    Also, no loose hair! Tie them tight! Loose hair is elegance and beauty but power dressing is something to the point and not soft. So pin them up well!
    If, you feel that loose hair suit you and you want to go for them only, well then just gel them up well so that they don’t keep falling on your face and become a distraction.

    Next goes the face!
    No point being the goth queen at office. Let us keep that for after office so while your Red lipstick is perfect, don’t make your eye makeup too loud. Keep it light, because nothing has more power than simplicity.
    Also, your ear rings. Though most of you know it already but danglers or anything hanging is a pure pollutant for your entire official-formal dress. Avoid them totally.

    The Dress
    You don’t have to restrict yourself to your usual blacks, greys and whites! Add some solid colors like dark blue, pastels too, yellow looks smart and so does red. The only point to remember- ensure the prints are solid and avoid shine!
    Shine is cute and beautiful while Power comes to solid!

    The Watch
    As per surveys, more than 80% of the people pay attention to the watch so you know that you need to keep it classy too! Keeping it classy is not a big deal- just buy the one which goes with most of your outfits. The outfits- well we have mentioned them already!

    The Last- Your Footwear!
    You can go for any footwear, it is all perfectly fine! Just that if you go for peeptoes which you will many a times, ensure you have had a good pedicure because if your feet/toes look dirty- it just kills it!

    So! Keep these tidbits in check!

    See you soon!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • Rocking the Party with Desi Swag!

    This blog is more of a listicle, shortlisting 5 of the most trendiest and not too upwardly fashionable to be worn in your circle dresses which our men can rock in the parties and rock the parties in the process.

    The Dhoti-Kurta-Jacket Ensemble

    Dhoti Kurtas have always added to the glamour quotient and now when we have become so health conscious over time, the physiques that we have built over time- the dhoti kurta just adds to the awesomeness that we are.

    But, don’t play it dull with beige and cream shades. This season, revel in the colors of happiness and go bright like the fella in the image below.

    Also, you don’t have to go all shimmery. Go for silk dhotis with crisp silk kurtas and jackets and let the clothes be your identity!

    The Usual but the Bright!

    Kurta, Nehru Jackets and Choodidars are the usual but this time, brighten up the ambience with more cheerful colors. Also, there is nothing like, “girly colors”. There are colors that look good on you and colors that don’t and dull colors like your typical shades of white and dark ones which are mainly black for our male friends here- ditch them this time.

    The world is flashy and you need to flaunt it. Like our guy here is doing so effortlessly in the image below.

    The Two Color Code!

    If bright isn’t your thing and it will make you more uncomfortable than anything, well then there is a smart and sleek option for you too. Go for metallic shades- more matte then shiny. Options, well the one below; other options can be pastel brown and grey.

    The Evergreens!

    We did tell about the trend but then we have somethings which are evergreen, never losing their charm! The browns, creams and beige of the world will always be in trend. They might not set you apart because they are so common but they will make you look good for sure!

    Here have a look below:

    The balloon churidars- only do not over balloon them and make them look like a chandelier! That kills the dress totally. The balloon extent in the image below is just right. Plus the fact that the jacket has a shade darker and brighter than the rest of the outfit puts more oomph in the over all ensemble.

    The classic plain white kurta and Nehru Jacket- perfect till you are going to the wedding of an acquaintance and not a close friend. An acquaintance and not a friend because- well, you have to be the smarter one in the crowd and definitely not the “one” in the crowd!

    And to end it, well quirk is important in life and so if you really want to stand out and are sure you can pull it off too, here is something for you- The smart new age “metro-sexual” Umbrella Kurta!

    Believe us, you don’t always have to pull off a Ranveer Singh to look quirky, just the right touch is all you need!

    With all this, have fun this wedding season and make sure that you shine! Also, if you want any quick tips. Just drop us a message on Facebook and Miss Kay will be there for you!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • The Potato Wonders

    We start with the health benefits that potatoes have for us:

    1. The first is helping in controlling blood pressure. With its high potassium content, it helps in more salt and water excretion thus maintaining a lower blood pressure. An average baked potato a day taken twice daily is good for having a balanced diet
    2. potatoes contain alpha lipoic acid and Vitamin C- a coenzyme and vitamin combination which is proven to be useful in treating depression and improving mental health.
    3. The magnesium and potassium content in the potatoes is known to prevent bone density loss, a utility which is specially important for the adults after the age of 35.
    4. And the last but definitely not the least important, the fibre content in potatoes helps in improving the digestion.

    This was about the health in general but considering our expertise which lies in Skin care, here is what potatoes do for our skin:

    Wrinkles:

    Potatoes are natural astringents. With Vitamin C and other collagen boosters in them, potatoes tend to reduce the wrinkles on the skin. Though a very drastic result should not be expected but if you have had a treatment and are looking for post care or your first wrinkles have just started showing up, a potato paste will help. Here is what needs to be done:

    1. Slightly soften (by boiling) and mash the potatoes in a thick paste
    2. Apply this paste on the areas where you are experiencing the fine line.
    3. Leave it for 20 minutes and then wash with cold water
    4. Moisturise well because potatoes tend to leave the skin dry

    Dark Circles:

    Dark circle reduction is a joint result of the presence of magnesium and catecholase enzyme in potatoes. While magnesium fights the free radicals which cause skin damage and darkening over time, catecholase enzyme is a natural skin whitening agent. To benefit from these two constituents of our friend potato, this is what needs to be done:

    1. Grate a potato and squeeze the juice out of it
    2. Use a cotton ball, gently dab it into the juice and keep applying it on the dark circles for about 15 minutes
    3. Let the juice dry for some 10 minutes now and wash it off with cold water

    Sunburn Treatment:

    The reason behind lies in the presence of calcium, Vitamin C and bleaching properties which help in temporary melanin reduction. What needs to be done is simple:

    1. Blend a potato with curd. Curd in specific because it helps the skin to cool off
    2. Apply the paste on the affected area and wait for 15-20 minutes
    3. Wash it off with cold water. Can apply ice cubes for better results after cleaning the paste off
    4. Moisturise well

    Skin Lightening:

    As mentioned before, potatoes have natural bleaching properties and helps in reduction of melanin production. For skin lightening purpose specifically, this is what needs to be done:

    1. Grate one potato and squeeze the juice out of it
    2. Mix it well with juice from half a lemon and apply it on your face
    3. Keep dabbing your skin with this juice for 10 minutes and then let it dry
    4. Once cried, wash it off with cold water and moisturise

    So, a single potato and so many uses to put it too! Shouldn’t we all love it then, after all it is more than just a potato for you!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • God Made Men, Tailor Made Gentlemen

    For Those on the Heavier Side

    The entire struggle to wear something so that your paunch doesn’t show, fighting it out in the trial room because the shirt you liked isn’t fitting or is making you look even bigger than what you are, well the solution is always there.

    All you need to do is:

    • Say NO to Horizontal Stripes: The logic is that horizontal stripes add to the width and since you already have enough, why not just slim up a bit. Go for Vertical stripes instead which add length and hence create the optical illusion that your weight is evenly distributed along the length.
    • Wear the Correct Size: That loose clothes will make you look slim is a myth you need to bust right away. We don’t say that you should wear something that shows your “curves” but if you are a size 48, go no more than 50.
    • Color: The lighter shades are not for you people, well actually if you ask us, the lighter shades are not for most and it is perfectly fine because more often than not they make us look dull and show our body contours which unless of course you are a gym freak, who would want that! Cutting it short, go for darker shades because since they are dark, they hide things!

    For Tall and Slim Body Types

    Since you are tall, you have an advantage but your slim needs some caution to handle as it can be of a great disadvantage. For example, if you wear slim fit jeans, you might end up looking like Mr. Matchstick legs which we are sure you would not want.

    • Wearing Light Colors: Lights work for you but not the dull ones, go for brights actually, like the bright yellows and reds they have at Woodland, and not the matte colors or as we call them pastels.
    • No Monochromes: You wouldn’t want to be a two color combo at all because that might make you look like a hanger. Since bottoms don’t offer many color combinations in the purview of “looking smart”, go for patterned t-shirts. And just to clarify, by patterned we meant dual colored t-shirts or striped shirts with a different color bottom and not a multi- colored t-shirt/shirt with any bottom.
    • Horizontal Stripes: They create the illusion of width and considering that your frame is lean, horizontal stripes would add width to it making you appear broad.
    • For the Bottoms: The example for this has been given in the introduction only. Say a strict NO to slim fits and go for medium or loose fits so that your legs do not look slender. The length- you already have enough, the girth, you will have if you wear it Loose.

    For Shorter Body Types

    Now here is some area of concern cause your height can be of slight disadvantage and so we will address the Short and Slim, and the Short and Chubby body types separately.

    For Short and Slim ones

    • Well you still have the slim going for you and thus, all you need to do is avoid baggies i.e. extra large clothes because they will make you look really short.
    • Wear Vertical stripes (obviously) and avoid wearing tight fits.
    • Do not tuck in your shirts and t-shirts when wearing casuals because tucking in makes the dress fit to your shape.
    • For bottoms, wear medium fit. No Skinny and No loose fits.
    • Coming to the footwear, Crakows (The ones with additional tips) or Derbys are a strict No for you. They will put your entire body proportion off balance. Instead, go for your usual oxfords or flat tops

    For Short and Chubby!

    Well, like we said, there is a solution for everything and the same applies to you too. All you need to do is hit the gym and try to shed that weight and while in the process, wear like this:

    • Go vertical: It is a pretty obvious choice to go for vertical stripes considering that there is some weight to hide. Like was mentioned earlier, vertical makes you look slim as it gives the effect that your weight is spread along the length.
    • Dark colors should be preferred since they are better at hiding the body contours as compared to the lighter shades.
    • Medium fits for bottoms, actually, it should be between tight and medium fit so neither tight and nor medium
    • If you must wear a tie to work, opt for the slimmer ones (as opposed to the wider ties).

    This too will help create the illusion of height.

    That is all for now, folks! Keep that love coming and we will keep writing!

    Happy Wardrobing!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • The Feet’s Monologue

    Anyway, we think that maybe we only should tell you what we want. Please take a note of that. And if you pay no heed to it, be ready for some serious foot related issues with fungus, skin cracks, bad smells, infections and what not.

    So here is what you need to do for us:

    • Soak us in warm water (not hot) for about 15 to 20 minutes. And instead of using Epsom salts which make us dry like anything, go for a mild body wash. You can also have a tbsp full of table salt in lukewarm water & we would enjoy the spa like treatment to our muscles. We would prefer this care regimen at least once a week and twice a week would be more than enough
    • When you finally decide to scrape that hard dead skin off, do not abrade us with anything you find. Use a good quality pumice stone and you can use it say once a week also because we love that gentle rubbing
    • When out of the bath, we appreciate being softly cuddled to dryness with a soft towel. Especially between the fingers because any moisture left there will spell problem.
    • Now, comes the moisturizing and please, unless your podiatrist has specifically mentioned, avoid putting anything between the fingers. It doesn’t dry easily and when you wear your shoes or socks above that- the same smelly fungal trouble is there again.
    • Now for the shoe part- can you please have 2 or 3 favorites for the week? Please, it is not so good wearing the same thing over and over again. And we say this because first, we need to shift shapes from tight fits to heels to flats and whatnots. And this is important for our muscles plus it will also make you look like someone who knows the vogue! A particularly shaped shoe every day & the pressure on certain points becomes constant which can result in muscular or bone issues later.
    • Also, we know that we can force our way out and make the shoe adjust to your command, but please understand that this unnecessary pressure of uncomfortable shoes does a lot of harm to us. That pressure that gets built up leads to excessive pain and even you know it!

    Lastly, please understand that we are your part too! We have a lot of responsibility on ourselves, we have to carry you around. Treat us well. Because once we get into trouble, it usually lasts long and almost makes you immobile, or a public embarrassment. You wouldn’t want that!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • Your Good Looks and the Corp Stress

    Using good home care regimen, eating healthy diets, exercising, managing stress ( the main cause of hormonal breakouts) and getting regular treatments for maintenance from the right person is required to manage the skin, hair & body.

    But there are some concerns that one may face in the corporate world that may hinder their career growth. Let us list those factors, their causes and how to resolve such issues.

    Daytime Fatigue

    It’s not just long working hours, uncertain schedule and lack of rest that causes fatigue. Lack of water is the number one cause of daytime fatigue. If at all you feel thirsty, it means that you are already dehydrated! Air conditioned environment worsens the condition. Skin is intricately tied to the overall health of your body. When your body is properly hydrated, you’ll look better and feel better. Water gives you a radiant complexion and in addition, bloating and puffiness often disappears. So drink enough water and keep going.

    Premature Ageing

    Almost 80% of skin ageing is caused due to harmful UV rays. Doesn’t matter if you are indoors most of the time, the UV rays are still damaging your skin. Sunscreen is one of the keys to radiant, youthful-looking skin. Freckles, age spots, spider veins on the face, rough and leathery skin, wrinkles, loose & dull skin, a blotchy complexion and skin cancer can all be traced to sun exposure. You should apply your sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before you are going to be exposed to the sun and reapply it every 2 to 3 hours.

    Also, antioxidants fight free radical damage, boost immunity, delay skin ageing and protect against sun damage. It almost works as an internal sun screen for your body. It can prolong and even make some skin reversals of damage that will take years off without much cost & can give you that ever glowing skin you always crave for.

    Uh Oh… Body Odour!

    Excessive sweating and body odour is a common problem faced in crowded spaces. Ever been embarrassed due to sweat marks on your shirts or blouses or salwars? Does fear of a handshake, make you avoid social situations? No matter how much antiperspirant or deodorant one uses, you can’t hold back the odour unless you have Botox done for your under arms and palms

    We have seen office team leaders in the middle management undergo these procedures as in their appraisals they have been told about the BO problem that their teammates have complained about. And most people think it is a hygiene problem, this is FALSE. It is sweat related.

    The procedure is quick and comfortable. The area to be treated is shaved and the Botox is placed in the underarm area evenly. In 3 – 5 days you will notice that the sweating has decreased and that you have no body odour worries anymore. The results typically last 7 – 9 months.

    Stress

    The corporate environment can mean long hours, high demand, and constant deadlines. All of this pressure can quickly result in stress that seems to never end. Rising levels of stress among employees, along with the predominance of a sedentary lifestyle is touted as the leading cause of an array of illnesses including hypertension, eating disorders, high blood pressure and a high incidence of cardiovascular ailments. It can be a major cause of hair fall, dark circles and acne too.

    But it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead of finding yourself down and dreading going to work every day, there are ways to beat the stress and make work pleasurable again.

    Apart from eating healthy, try exercise, yoga and meditation. Relax and give yourself enough time to rejuvenate.

    So in a nutshell, follow these tips and change your corporate lifestyle-

    • Dark Circles is genetic, but long hours in front of the laptop can add to puffiness and dark circles. Take frequent breaks. Look away from the screen to a distant sight.
    • Get up and take a short walk.
    • Stretch your neck by looking up at the ceiling and holding for at least 20 seconds. Look left and right to stretch your neck.
    • Adjust your working space so you’re not always looking down at the screen.
    • Place a mirror by your computer screen so you can see if you’re frowning or squinting. (Ignore comments about your vanity).
    • Purchase an antiglare screen that fits over the computer monitor to cut down on radiation exposure and the glare of blue light.
    • Maintain a good distance from the monitor and clean it regularly (to remove dust).
    • Consider applying moisturiser or a hydrating mist periodically through a long day. At the very least, wear a long-lasting moisturiser

    A little maintenance goes a long way. See a dermatologist if you are facing any skin or hair related issues that are persistent. Most issues are easier to treat in the beginning than at a later stage.

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • Quit Smoking before its too late!

    Pale Appearance / Uneven Skin tone:
    Smoking chronically deprives the skin of oxygen and nutrients. So some smokers appear pale and develop uneven coloring.

    Premature Aging & Sagging:
    There are more than 4,000 chemicals in tobacco smoke, and many of them trigger the destruction of collagen and elastin. These are the fibers that give your skin its strength and elasticity. The nicotine in cigarettes causes narrowing of the blood vessels in the outermost layers of your skin. This impairs blood flow to your skin. With less blood flow, your skin doesn’t get as much oxygen and important nutrients, such as vitamin A. As a result, skin begins to sag and wrinkle prematurely because of smoking.

    Effect on Body:
    Smoking not only damage the appearance of your face, but it may also take a toll on your figure. As skin loses its elasticity, parts that were once firm may begin to droop. This includes the inner arms and breasts.

    Deep Lines around Lips:
    Smokers use certain muscles around their lips that cause them to have dynamic wrinkles. The loss of elasticity and the wrinkles, together can lead to deep lines around the lips.

    Age Spots:
    Age spots are dark patches that develop on the face and hands. While anyone can develop these spots from spending too much time in the sun, research suggests smokers are more susceptible to these.

    Development of Psoriasis:
    Recent studies suggest smokers have a greater risk of developing psoriasis. Psoriasis is a chronic condition that most often causes thick, scaly patches on the skin – usually on the knees, elbows, scalp, hands, feet, or back. The patches may be white, red, or silver.

    Crows Feet around Eyes:
    Chemicals from inhaled tobacco cause internal damage to the skin structures and blood vessels around your eyes. Heat from burning cigarettes and squinting to keep smoke out of your eyes contribute to visible crow’s feet.

    Increases Hair Fall / Gray Hair:
    Both men and women tend to develop thinner hair as they age, but smoking can accelerate this process. Smoking negatively affects your circulation in general which means impaired blood flow to your hair follicles. Also, smokers are 4 times more likely to have gray hair than nonsmokers as smoke causes free-radical damage which destroys the little color sacs in each hair follicle.

    Smoking can affect parts of your body that can make you look ugly!

    People who smoke tend to develop gum disease, persistent bad breath, and other oral hygiene problems. Think your hand looks sexy with a cigarette perched between your fingers? If you’ve been smoking for a while, take a good look at your fingernails and the skin of your hands. Tobacco can actually stain the skin and nails, as well as the teeth. The good news is these stains tend to fade when you quit smoking.

    Why should you quit smoking NOW?

    Quitting smoking can help you look more vibrant and healthy – which is exactly how you’ll feel, too. Quitting smoking can improve your appearance. As blood flow gets better, your skin receives more oxygen and nutrients. This can help you develop a healthier complexion. If you stay tobacco-free, the stains on your fingers and nails will disappear. You may even notice your teeth getting whiter.

    Even your hair will show more shine and luster, and possibly stay in place longer, when you finally get around to quitting smoking.

    Reward yourself with a couple of skin treatments. Laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels remove outer layers of skin, where the damage is most visible. When you see the benefits of better-looking skin, you may be motivated to stay nicotine-free forever.

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • Honeymoon Beauty Tips

    What are the things a newly wed bride should carry in her honeymoon bag for her beauty regimen?

    Creams, hairsprays, body lotion-all those products take up tons of space. Streamline your routine by packing beauty essentials that pull double-duty or just carry the most essential products in a travel kit size.

    • Facial Cleanser,Toner, Moisturizer
    • Sunscreen
    • Body lotion
    • Make up
    • Facial wipes
    • Feminine Hygiene

    To minimize breakouts while you’re on honeymoon, avoid touching your skin while you travel. You can pick up any number of unknown bacteria that can result in any number of skin problems. If you’re going to apply makeup while you’re in transit, use an antibacterial hand wash on your hands first to further protect your skin.

    Does she need any special preparations depending upon her honeymoon destination?

    Smart packing will make for a better trip. Check the weather forecast earlier in the week and see what the lows and highs are looking like at your destination.

    Summer / Beach / Monsoon Honeymoon

    Preload Sunscreen

    Before a beach / summer honeymoon, wear sunscreen on your body every night. Do it for two to three weeks ahead so the sunscreen builds up in your stratum corneum, and it makes your skin less likely to burn.

    In case if you get a burn, treat it properly. In the event that you do get a sunburn (it happens to the best of us), you can follow these steps to speed relief. Apply a lotion with aloe to soothe and hydrate the skin. Then, drink green tea and take an antioxidant supplement- This will do the trick-to help prevent free radical damage to your cells. You can also take ibuprofen every four hours to reduce discomfort and redness.

    With the right sunscreen, clothing, and accessories, both you and your skin can have a beautiful time at the hottest destinations.

    Use facial mist

    These facial mists “have natural minerals that will calm skin, and they make you look dewy. Plus, when you sweat, you lose minerals necessary for healthy skin so these are used to compensate for the loss.

    An in-clinic salicylic acid peel twice a month will help balance oil secretion. It clears up dulling, dead skin cells, which not only helps even out any discoloration, but also draws excess oil out of the pores and leaves skin less shiny for the hot destination. It also clears out the pores, kills bacteria inside, and slows oil production, and it tightens the look of pores.

    You may take Mesoglow (Multivitamin injections) to get the shine you want on your D day without worrying about breakouts.The effects of mesoglow last for about 3 – 6 months which will ideally cover your honey moon period.

    Moisturize your skin and hair

    Moisturizing is a very important factor if you wish to maintain your health and your skin and hair radiant looking. Drink plenty of water, whether it’s somewhere on a beach or a mountain resort, as dehydration is your skin’s most feared enemy. Maintain your hair’s moisture by applying nourishing masks which will leave your locks looking amazing and much easier to style.

    Use exfoliant

    Pores look more obvious in hot, humid weather. Use of a mild face & body exfoliants will make you look flawless & radiant.

    Use appropriate accessories

    No summer sun protection is complete without a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses. A big hat ensures that your face is shielded from the sun, and protects areas that we inevitably miss with sunscreen. And when it comes to sunglasses, look for a wrap-around style that protects the entire area around the eyes. These two accessories not only look fashionable, but also help prevent wrinkles and other signs of sun damage.

    Winter destination honeymoon

    Moisturize More

    You may have found a moisturizer that works just fine in spring and summer. But for cold weather conditions find an “ointment” moisturizer that’s oil-based, rather than water-based, especially if you have dehydrated skin as the oil will create a protective layer on the skin that retains more moisture than a cream or lotion. (Hint: Many lotions labeled as “night creams” are oil-based), but choose your oils with care because not all oils are appropriate for the face. Instead, look for “nonclogging” oils, like avocado oil, mineral oil, primrose oil, or almond oil. Shea oil – or butter – is controversial, because it can clog facial pores. You can also look for lotions containing “humectants”, a class of substances (including glycerine, sorbitol, and alpha-hydroxy acids) that attract moisture to your skin.

    Slather on the Sunscreen

    No, sunscreen isn’t just for summertime. Winter sun – combined with snow glare – can still damage your skin. Try applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen to your face and your hands (if they’re exposed) about 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply frequently if you stay outside a long time.

    Use cleansing milk:

    Use a creamy facial cleanser. Cleansers, which you use to remove make-up usually, strip away moisture and during winter, this problem gets magnified. So keep your face shiny by using creamy cleanser or in case of oily skin use water based cleanser.

    Keep those lips pink & soft

    One of the biggest problems you may face in cold weather during your honeymoon is chapped lips. Use a lip balm with at least SPF 15 and preferably one with antiseptic agents to aid in healing. Some lip balm products are made with tea tree oil, which helps heal painful cracks.

    Take care of them too!

    Your hands, feet, knees and elbows need to be looked after too. Use products containing shea butter, petrolatum, mineral oil, tea tree oil or glycerine & keep your body soft & smooth.

    Does she need to take care of her diet during or before the trip?

    We all know that drinking water is the key to clear skin. So make sure you keep yourself hydrated.

    It’s way too easy to eat junk when you travel especially on your honeymoon. Watermelon and cucumber are very hydrating and cooling. Oranges are always a good choice because the smell is a proven mood lifter and helps to relieve stress of annoying airplane seatmates or highway traffic. Cherries and blueberries are also great snacks & may help you keep those dark circles away. So eat as many fruits as you can.

    Too much restriction on a diet especially when you are on your honeymoon is not fair. So just relax & enjoy. We are there to take care of your skin & hair when you come back.

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

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