Dr Sheilly Kapoor, Consultant Dermatology at Medanta The Medicity explains the funda of sunblock and sunscreen.  Start reading to make a right selection.   Sunblocks (physical sunscreens) are opaque formulations which absorb, reflect and scatter up to 99% of both UV and visible light. Because they are messy and may stain clothing, sunblocks are often used on such sun-sensitive areas as the nose, lips, ears and shoulders. Examples of ingredients in sunblocks are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Sunscreens (chemical sunscreens) absorb specific wavelengths (range of 200-400 nm) and are classified as drugs by the FDA because they are “…intended to protect the

Sunscreen is one beauty staple that you can’t do without in any season and for any reason. Still, most of us wear it diligently in summer and get lazy about it in winter. And you better not ask about the cloudy days. The laziness results in the ageing of the skin. Yes, you heard me right. Sun damage is one of the topmost causes of the ageing of the skin. Dr Sheilly Kapoor, Consultant Dermatology at Medanta The Medicity informs more. ABC of Ultra Violet Rays UVA rays penetrate deepest into the skin and are often referred to as the ‘ageing rays’. In high doses, these rays damage the underlying collagen causing darkening, pigmentation and acceleration of the ageing process. Skin

Sunscreen, in the words of derma experts, is the cream or lotion that contains a chemical PABA (Para-amino-benzoic acid, an organic compound) which is highly effective to absorb the sun’s ultraviolet rays. And, in a layman’s language, it is the most essential beauty item which must be bought to protect the skin from sunburn. Now, what else you must know about ‘sunscreen’? Do you know what components or features you should emphasise on while selecting a sunscreen for your skin? Raise your sunscreen quotient with Priya Singh, and also get to know how to choose the appropriate one? What is sunscreen? The name itself explains the half story of this must have product for

 Sun has become  hot and merciless. Venture in the sun unprepared (read without wearing sunscreen) and you come back baked and burnt. Your skin turns red, stings and is tender to touch owing to the excessive exposure to the sun’s ultra-violet rays. Dr Sajal Halder, consultant, Cosmetic Surgery at Moolchand explains, “Sunburn is an inflammatory reaction of the skin following excessive exposure of the skin to ultraviolet radiation (UVR). UVR exposure can come from a variety of sources, including sun, phototherapy lamps, arc lamp, etc. It is similar to first degree burn. It occurs after sun exposure or any outdoor activity. Redness appears after 3-4 hours and peaks later and may

The sun is no longer mellow, rather fierce and is going to stay so for months to come with dogged determination. With the rise in temperature you need to tweak your skin care regime to avoid beauty bloopers like suntan, rashes and prickly heat. Summer is also the time for increased skin-show; after all we drop our cover-all garbs. Hence, all the more need for satin-finish glowing skin. Keep reading to learn simple beauty tips, which will do the needful. The biggest enemy of your skin is the sun. Dermatologists all over the world concur that almost all skin problems—leathery skin, freckles and wrinkles have sun damage as the root cause.  Dr. Charulata Bose, cosmetic dermatologist with

If the scorching heat has snatched your peachy complexion and dulled your skin, worry not. Here’s our guide to some trendy rejuvenating facial treatments to get your skin glowing and feeling as fresh as a flower. Being natural and beautiful doesn’t come easy as no body can defy Mother Nature. But with the latest facials, using the best of science and nature, one can easily stimulate, revive, and treat the skin thereby feeling smooth, hydrated and radiant. Facials are the best way to improve the quality of skin and promote blood circulation. They tighten up face muscles, detoxify and tone up the skin while removing dead cells and providing life and nourishment to the skin. Check

    Sun screens are an essential beauty accessory during summer months, which you must wear and carry with you, when you are out in the sun. However the same careful attitude goes out of the windows when winter steps in, which is not right. Why? Archana Jha Darshan tells more…. Hot facts Spending some time, say about 10 to 15 minutes a day, in the sun, helps the body produce vitamin D, which might protect against various illnesses. An over dose of the harsh ultra-violet (UV) rays can trigger serious skin problems, like sunburn, hyper-pigmentation, wrinkles, premature skin aging, and skin cancer, especially melanoma, the most virulent and the fastest growing cancer. A sigh of