In a perfect world, I’m sure we’d all wish that double chin were considered as fab as our abs! Unfortunately, that extra layer of sagging skin under the chin is a big no-no for us in reality! It’s just an unnecessary addition of problems given to us by nature. What’s worse is that it affects our mental psyche and overall…
In the world of beauty, we often find ourselves drooling over the flawless beauty of celebrities. Suppose the reigning femme Fatales like Jennifer Aniston’s supple skin, Kareena’s blushing cheekbones, or Aishwarya Rai’s radiant glow leave you feeling awe-inspired and occasionally envious. In that case, you’re not alone…we feel ya too, girl! But let’s face it. The influx of beauty information…
What is Botox for face? BOTOX or Botulinum Toxin is a product for facial skin rejuvenation. It is a purified form obtained from the Clostridium bacterium. Initially, BOTOX® was used to treat strabismus and eye muscle twitching. In the 1990s, ophthalmologists used Botox extensively for treating the eye area and realized that wrinkles around the eyes faded when Face Botox…
2020 seems to be the year of COVID – 19. Since February, it’s been ruling the Internet. It has led to canceled weddings, graduations, celebrations, exams, holidays, etc. A large number of human lives have been lost so far; almost 5,00,000 people worldwide, and it’s still going more robust in July with many others left debilitated in its wake. In…
Very frequently, I am asked about Skin Care Tips. Most people assume that by using only skincare they will get the desired results and forget the role of a healthy diet for skincare. A good skincare routine is a balance of both internal and external factors. If the skin is unhealthy, then your immunity will diminish. Many times, you would…
Things you need to to know about Plastic Surgery before planning you Surgery It is good to know that people across are now getting more conscious about how they look and what they want to look like. While such awareness has always existed, what makes it special now is the fact that people are willing to do something about it…
One of the most common queries that we very often receive from our clients at Kosmoderma is about anti-ageing and specifically on how to combat/reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Ageing is imminent and all we can do is delay the onset and ensure we age gracefully. In one of the recent conferences that I attended, we found…
The terms hydration and moisturization are usually used interchangeably when it comes to skincare. However, they aren’t necessarily the same. While Hydration refers to the water content in the skin cells which makes them naturally plump and bouncy, moisturization is about trapping and sealing the moisture in the skin layers in order to prevent any water loss. So, while moisturization…
If you are a smoker you already know , its time to quit! Smoking not only harms your lungs , heart , brain and other vital organs but it also plays havoc with your skin & hair. Smoking causes immediate thinning of the blood vessels causing them to spasm, resulting in reduction in oxygen circulation ,making the skin look paler.…
We have been as a brand long advocating as to why it is better to go for specifically curated MediFacials instead of the usual Facials. We have in several of our social media posts and blogs also emphasized the importance and benefits of experiencing a MediFacial best suited for every individuals skin/skin type.. However, we thought that it would be…
All of us must have spent at least the past decade of our lives listening to – “do not stress so much over it”; “It’ll pass, stressing out isn’t going to help”… and yet, somehow we stress ourselves out every time something goes array or significantly deviated from what we had planned. Do we compartmentalize our thoughts and push back…
This one is an age old question and also something that has been debatable since time immemorial. Does makeup harm the skin in the long run? Should one apply makeup at all? How about daily application followed by a thorough skin care regime? Does applying makeup help one look better and feel more confident? Is all the positivity that comes…
Everyone likes fancy dangling earrings, not just do they add to the vibrance of the outfit but also add a kind of grace which smaller earrings are usually not able to. The lop side however, being that bigger the earring, greater the pressure on the earlobe. The usual solution to this lies in wearing studs or other variants of such smaller earrings. However,…
Why do we age? Is there anything that can be done to prevent aging totally? Does the Youth Fountain actually exist? Is age really just a number? Aging in human beings has been a concern since time immemorial and continues to be a concern even to this day However, contrary to what is usually discussed, aging isn’t about looks or adding…
Before any of our readers start thinking anything too serious, this blog elaborates the scenarios where Laser Hair Removal will yield the best results and where it would be not very effective. In addition, this blog also talks about who and under what conditions one must not opt for Laser Hair Removal- the latter being more of a pre-treatment instruction.…
One thing that plagues almost all humans without any exception are dark circles. No matter how healthy a lifestyle one tends to maintain, dark circles just seem to show up- lighter for some, darker for others but they do exist-sitting right there on the skin, making the face look dull & tired. A lot of DIYs are suggested to keep them at bay…
Today air conditioners have become an integral part of our lives and have become synonymous to comfort and not just luxury. With the sweltering rise of temperatures across the globe, air conditioners for most of us have become an absolute necessity. But staying in AC for prolonged periods of time, no matter how comfortable it gets, comes with its share of harm to…
If I recount the times when I was a student and compare it with the kind of technologies that we are using at Kosmoderma now, the difference is stark. Science and technology have always developed, the process of adoption mostly follows the same curve but the speed of advancement has always varied. Sometimes, it has been crazily fast, other times, it has been…
It goes without saying the Mongoloid races have some of the best skin amongst all the human races that have ever existed on this planet. Amongst these, the Chinese have been the ones who have always taken their beauty scientifically as well- experimenting and trying with natural ingredients, trying to come up with the best that could suit their skin. Needless to say…
Skin Lightening is the buzzword in the up and coming cosmetic industry and since India as a nation in specific and South East Asia in general is luckily or unluckily obsessed with a lighter skin tone, the skin lightening market is going leaps and bounds. As is customary, with every market growth comes increased awareness and with increased awareness comes the urge to…
Come summers and most of us have one common thing to worry about- Hair Loss. Well, it is not just summer if we have to be honest, come any change of season and we are concerned about our hair fall. Hair loss or fall is such a perennial problem that it has resulted in a lot of people opting for…
Hyperhidrosis is abnormal excessive sweating without any apparent cause. It is a common disorder which causes a lot of embarrassment and unhappiness. It is more active in axilla, hands, groin and feet . Besides disrupting daily activities hyperhidrosis can lead to emotional distress and social withdrawal. It generally starts during adolescence and can continue throughout life if left untreated. Hyperhidrosis…
6 Point Post Workout Fresh Hair Routine A nice workout at the gym or rigorous moves in the Zumba class has got you sweating. Your Adrenalin is high; your skin is flushed and glowing. You feel top of the world. You might be in great shape but your hair is not. Post workout, especially if you have done a routine…
Eat Your Way to Glowing Skin While putting on a fantastic face cream or smoothing a hair serum works wonders, but for beauty that’s more than skin deep eating fruits and veggies rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals is the answer. There’s a direct connect to the condition of your skin to the kind of foods you eat. Skin is…
There is no doubt about the fact that Bangalore has one of the best weathers in the country. It doesn’t get too hot, neither does it get too cold- it just remains the standard pleasant weather always. But, that does not mean that the pollutants and the UV rays or the infrared rays present in the environment do not affect…
It is no uncommon that despite following a very strict fitness and health regime, there are certain spots over which the fat loss is very less or hardly any. These spots usually lie around the abdominal area or just over the buttocks. Also, since the thighs and back start losing fat and toning fast, the aforementioned areas become all the…
When we think of skin hydration, the first thing that comes to mind is drinking water. Of course drinking water has its importance which cannot be denied because water forms about 60% of our body and if not enough, our body’s systems tend to slow down or at least not function to their maximum efficiency. But, to say that just…
Here’s some news young ladies. Just because you are in your 20’s does not mean your skin is safe from the ravages of time.While it may not be visible, by the time you hit your 25th year your skin’s natural aging process gets takes on little speed. The signs of decline start to show up there after. This is called…
Microdermabrasion is a usual go to procedure for people who do not want multiple sessions for skin maintenance treatment and are mostly on lookout to do it once and be okay for long. Videos abound where it is shown how microdermabrasion is done. Needless to say the way it comes out. It looks that this process of skin rejuvenation has…
Prominent cheekbones are a desirable trait to all. High cheekbones add definition and sculpt the face adding length and elegant appearance.Defined cheekbones are partly due to your bone structure, your muscle definition and how much fat padding you have. There are two basic reasons for not having adequate “cheekbones.” First, is your genetic makeup. You may have just inherited…
We worship the sun. Then why does everyone talk about protection from the sun? Anything in excess can be harmful and it applies to sun exposure too. We need to understand why and how we should protect ourselves from the sun. The sun produces 2 kinds of rays – UVA and UVB rays – which cause damage to our skin.…
The temperature is rising, which means, we’re showing a lot more skin.We all love summer. It’s time to soak up the sun, stay outdoors, and spend time on the beach. What we don’t love, though, are the skin problems that arise due to warm weather and spending timeoutdoors. In this blog, I would like to cover three main skin…
When we talk about facial hair, there are mainly 3 issues we can tackle. Facial Hair on Men Facial Hair on women Vellus Hair Hair Reduction is a guy thing too! Now, of course, men look like men because of their facial hair. For women, it’s an issue, but what about men? Well, shaving,can be a pain in today’s…
Most of us lead lives where we are inconspicuously sucked into a food routine and are desperately trying to claw our way out of it. Sensible diet can make your summer more pleasant and cool.During summer, there is an abundance of fresh, delicious and healthy choicesof food with secret health benefits!So this is the time to change your food…
Aging gracefully depends on how you take care of your skin in the earlier years. There are many ‘DIY’ tips on taking care of the skin. But when it comes to collagen breakdown and wrinkles, you need some professional help. Here are top 5 magic tips for reducing wrinkles. 1. Antioxidants – An internal sunscreen for your body! It’s…
I have a patient in her 30s, a single mom and works in a corporation. When she visited me the first time, she looked like she was in her higher forties!I instantly realised that her dark circles were making her look aged and tired. Dark Circles often tend to age the appearance of a person more than the…
Make-up can conceal even the worst of blemishes, but there is nothing like having a fantastic skin that is glowing from within. A spotless, fresh and radiant skin grabs attention. However, it is not easy to keep your skin looking healthy at all times. You must follow a good skin care routine every day. Why every day? Well, Even…
Many of our patients ask, ‘What can I do to take care of myself? I feel great, but I don’t look my age. I look older. Stress, lack of time, lack of easy availability, lack of knowledge all play a role in our aging process. Mental ageing and physical appearance do need to go hand in hand for a…
Almost everyone has unwanted hair somewhere on their body. Unfortunately, traditional hair removal routines can be tedious, painful and expensive over time. Shaving may last a day, waxing a couple of weeks, but none of them last forever —and that’s the true beauty of laser hair removal. Older generation lasers were slow, very painful and worked only on individuals…
Acne is a growing concern not only among teenagers but also in young adults. Acne needs as much attention as any other skin condition. The most important proven fact is: Acne / Pimples must be treated right away to prevent the scarring and pigmentation which can be permanent and lifelong. Acne is a disorder resulting from the action of…
It’s easy to make little mistakes, no matter how diligent you are with taking care of your skin. And that can lead to a flawed complexion. Over time, these add up, causing damage and leading to premature aging and other serious concerns. If your answer to any of the following questions is “NO” then you are not treating your…
“Turkey Neck?” Just as your hands can give away your age due to sun damage and loss of elasticity, your neck can do the same. We tend to neglect the neck area more than our face, leaving them exposed to the sun and the damage it causes.One of the most obvious signs of ageing are seen over one’s neck.…
Boost Your Confidence with Skin Boosters One good thing about having dry skin is that you will have a very few or no breakouts and that’s because there is no oil in your skin from bacteria to cause inflammation, but one bad thing is you will age faster than others who have oily & acne prone skin. Lack of…
People often pay attention to rejuvenating and restoring the youthful appearance on their face, but forget about other visible areas such as hands, chest, neck & earlobes! Have you noticed that your earlobes are not the same as they used to be? Are you reluctant to wear those gorgeous pair of earrings because your earlobes are sagging? Gravity pulls…
I’m an Indian female with an overall olive complexion, but almost brown forearms and back-of-neck; and quite positively brown elbows, inner thighs and knees. I aspire to get into modelling, and a fairer/lighter complexion would definitely help me. Is there any permanent skin lightening solution out there? How many times have you heard this question? Getting fairer seems to…
Dermal filler, is a product that is injected under the skin, to smooth out the wrinkles and deep lines of the face or to re-hydrate and rejuvenate hands, lips, and other areas of the body. Deep lines and wrinkle can be due to age, hormones or UV damage caused by the sun. Fillers re-hydrate and firm the injected areas. It…
You probably already know the three surest ways to ensure the youthful skin: Protect your skin from the sun, eat a healthy diet and don’t smoke. In addition, a variety of vitamins and antioxidants may also improve the health and quality of your skin. Antioxidants are nutrients and enzymes that fight free radical damage, boost immunity, delay skin aging and…