Dealing With Skin Care Problems
A chat was hosted by dermatologist Dr Aparna Santhanam to deal with skin care problems. Some of the common skin care problems are stretchmarks, freckles, dark spots, acne, dry and oily skin conditions.
Stretch marks are a skin condition which appear because of a break in elastin fibres. Good moisturising is the best remedy for this type of skin care. Natural ingredients like coconut oil and aloe vera etc. Vitamin E containing creams also help reduce stretch marks.
Unprotected sun exposure causes freckles and dark spots. Ingredients such as Arbutin. kojic acid and niacinamode as well as natural ingredients like bearberry extracts are the skin care remedies for freckles and dark spots.
The best skin care remedy for oily skin is the use of face wash with glycolic or salicylic acid twice daily. Avoid moisturisers, excessively cleansing the face. Opt for a light water based moisturiser. Dry skin care is done by moisturising the skin regularly. Oil the skin with coconut oil 15 to 20 mins before bath, take bath with a mild glycerine soap and immediately moisturise with a naturally based moisturiser. Skin care for acne is done by treating the skin with antibiotics, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide. Consult a skin specialist in case of acne problems.