Skin Specialist Blog Guide

Rapid stretching of skin which results in discoloration and scars of skin are are the reason behind stretch marks. There are many reasons which can lead to stretch marks like quick weight gain, weight reduction, pregnancy, excessive exercise, steroids, puberty and hormonal changes etc. Stretchmarks are also known as striae. These are off-color hue scars on the skin. They will not disappear completely but may reduce overtime. Tearing of the dermis results in stretch marks. Many women have stretch marks, but still, it may cause embarrassment. Most women feel embarrassed at the appearance of these unattractive marks on their skin. During pregnancy there is no proof that creams utilized at that time actually reduce stretch marks.  Once the marks are formed then there is no useful treatment. Striae (stretch marks) in the beginning look reddish/purple lesions, which generally occurs on the body parts which contain more amount of fat. But they can occur anywhere on your bod...

  What is Laser? Laser stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. The laser is a single wavelength or one colour of light. What is Laser Hair Removal? Laser Hair removal is a process used to remove unwanted body hair with the help of a laser machine. The machine focuses a beam of laser light at the hair follicles of the area which is to be treated. The laser light then gets absorbed by the melanin (pigment present in the hair roots) which is why the hair follicles get destroyed and stop its future growth. Is it only reduction, not removal? The real term which is used is laser hair reduction because reduction occurs in terms of the thickness of hair, in terms of hairs and the rate of growth. The removal of hair happens after the reduction treatment where few maintenance sessions are needed to remove the rest of the hair. The required sessions depend on the area to be treated example areas like female facial hairs, underarms ...