10 summer essentials in your handbag
Summer’s here and it is vital to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun and its blistering heat. You possibly cannot sit at home the entire day but when you venture out, remember to have...
View ArticleHow to choose the best sunscreen
The summer is here and it brings with it blistering heat and a lot of sweat. In order to shield your skin from the damage that harmful sunrays can do, it is essential that you apply a good sunscreen...
View ArticleHow to get rid of tanning and uneven skin tone
Exposing your skin to the sun can cause damage to it. The summer heat can not only dehydrate you but also soak in the moisture from your skin, making it dry and frail. Our expert Dr Manjiri Patankar...
View ArticleSummer special — 10 must-haves in your purse (Gallery)
◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 11 Summer’s here and it is vital to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun and its blistering heat. You possibly cannot sit at home the entire day but when you...
View ArticleYour guide to buy the right pair of sunglasses
Sunglasses aren’t just to make you look stylish while you lounge on the beach. You must wear them to protect your eyes from UV damage. You will find dozens of a pair in different colours, styles and...
View ArticleSummer special — 10 must-haves in your purse (Gallery)
It is vital to cover your head from direct sun as it can dehydrate you very fast. Not just this, it can also damage your hair. The UV rays of the sun are bad for your hair and can damage the cuticle....
View ArticleNow, a drinkable sunscreen to fight UV radiation
A US company claims to have created a drinkable sunscreen that can combat the harmful effects of the sun by isolating frequencies needed to neutralise UVA and UVB rays. As summer nears, news of an...
View ArticleExposure to sun’s UV rays could trigger millions of skin cancer
A forthcoming study, to be published online in the journal Nature Genetics, has revealed the trigger behind millions of skin cancer. According to the researchers from the Stanford University School of...
View ArticleRevealed — how skin protects the body from harmful UV rays
A recent study has shed light on the mechanism by which the skin protects the body from the harmful ultravoilet (UV) rays. The skin pigment converts UV radiations from the sum into harmless heat by...
View Article8 facts about skin cancer will surprise you!
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer and the incidence rates have been increasing with the changing atmospheric conditions and use of synthetic skin products. With new research being carried...
View Article6 daily habits that harm your eyes
Read this in HINDI. You could be harming your eyes with a few things you do as habit, albeit unknowingly. Fret not, it is never too late to change. So ensure that you follow these tips to keep your...
View ArticlePollution and sun damage drive demands for chemical peels
Pollution and skin damage by sun exposure is driving the demand for chemical peels, experts said here on Friday, cautioning against getting the procedure done by unqualified beauticians. ‘Chemical...
View Article5 shocking things that will make your sunburn even worse!
Yes, you can apply a cold compress to soothe the sunburn, but certain things you do can make the burn even worse. You can even end up with painful blisters and rashes if you are not careful, says...
View Article4 reasons you keep getting sunburnt
The umbrella and the sunglasses are not enough to protect your skin from sunburn. Even if apply a sunscreen you may still be getting sunburns. dermatologist Dr Sejal Shah tells you why you keep getting...
View ArticleHere’s why you should not use natural sunscreens
Natural sunscreen may sound like a mind-blowing idea with fewer irritating chemical ingredients on your skin. But when it comes to protecting your skin from the sun, these mineral products contain only...
View ArticleIs Nivea Sun Protect & Moisture Lotion a good sunscreen for those with oily...
I had never really understood how sunscreens work and had always wondered if a sunscreen was really necessary for me. I hadn’t had a very satisfactory experience when it came to sunscreens. First,...
View ArticleTop 10 risk factors of skin cancer
Usually caused by mutations in the DNA of the skin cells, skin cancer takes three forms – basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. The mutations in the DNA cause the cells to grow...
View ArticleCan suntan give you skin cancer?
Excessive exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun increases one’s risk of suffering from skin cancer. While it might not be a prevalent one like the other cancers but given the pollution levels in...
View ArticleThis summer vacation, protect your kids from sun damage
Summer is here and its time for beaches, bikinis and gym-honed bodies. But a thing one must be very catious about is the burn caused due to the scorching sun rays. A hard-hitting campaign by Boots...
View Article5 reasons you must wear sunglasses this summer
Sunglasses and summers go hand-in-hand. Apart from being a summer fashion statement; sunglasses also help in protecting our eyes from various eye problems. Here are a few reasons why sunglasses are...
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