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Skin care tips & latest scientific updates regarding skin diseases, products & procedures.

How to use UV Index for sun protection?

The UV Index provides the expected risk of over-exposure to the sun. It is a useful tool to help general public to take steps to reduce ultraviolet radiation exposure.

Why do I sweat too much?

When should sweating be called excessive? What are the causes of too much sweat? When should one consult a doctor for excessive sweating?

Mouth ulcers – should you worry?

Why do I keep on getting mouth ulcers? Can mouth ulcers be cancerous? Read on to know how you should deal with mouth ulcers.

How to reduce a keloid scar?

What is a keloid scar? How does a keloid scar develop? Read on to know the most common treatment options for minimising a hypertrophic or keloid scar.

Understanding a Moisturizer

How does a moisturizer work? What are the different formulations of moisturizers? This post tell you all the benefits of using a moisturizer.

Are skin tags dangerous?

Skin tags are invariably harmless tumors of the skin that cause no symptoms and do not become cancerous if left untreated. Most patients want them removed because of their cosmetic unacceptably.

Psoriasis: Brodalumab shows positive results

Positive results from third and final pivotal Phase 3 study of brodalumab in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis were announced recently.

Dermaroller: a simple procedure for acne scars

Micro needling or dermaroller is simple, affordable and novel technique used for treatment of atropic scars and skin rejuvenation.

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