SKIN AND HAIR CARE TIPS FOR HOLI

Holi is around the corner . Here are few tips to enjoy HOLI without worrying about your skin or hair, Colours with dyes, chemicals and heavy metals my cause allergies, skin irritation and even breakouts. Hence herbal and organic colours should be the preferred choice to avoid any harm to skin or hair. One should avoid threading, waxing, facials etc at least a week prior to holi as they damage the skin natural barrier and the chemicals in the colours can easily seep in to the skin Oil your body and hair as oil forms a protective coating around skin and hair . Hence this prevents seepage of colour into the skin. One can use olive oil or coconut oil Wear full sleeve cotton clothes so that there is minimum exposure of skin to colours Trim the nail and apply nail polish to protect them. Apply petroleum jelly under the nails to avoid colour deposition. Drink plenty of water and juices as colours lead to dryness. Avoid alcohol as it dehydrates the skin Apply lip balm Apply high SPF sunscreen as this protects the skin from sun and colours Avoid sitting in the sun after playing holi People using contact lens should avoid wearing them while playing HOLI IN case of irritation, wash with plain water. Don’t use harsh soap or detergent. If still irritation persists, consult a dermatologist. Parisa skin clinic wishes you a colourful & safe Holi with lots of fun !

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Nail Fungal Infections

TIPS FOR NAIL FUNGUS PREVENTION

  • Be certain of the correct diagnosis by seeing a dermatologist
  • Keep toeails cut short so as to minimize trauma and injury
  • Wear shoes that fit properly and alternate shoes
  • Use antifungal cream on the feet to prevent fungal infection of the foot
  • Use antifungal powder to control perspiration
  • Treat nail fungus to prevent complications especially in diabetics and immunocompromised people
  • Take proper tests
  • Wash and dry feet properly
  • Don’t share the clippers and files
  • Cleanse all foot instruments with alcohol
  • Never wear someone else’s shoes
  • Avoid being barefoot in public places like pools
  • Avoid wearing tennis shoes as regular shoes
  • Use antifungal sprays and powders in the shoes weekly
  • Wear “outside shoes” for outside work

To know more about nail fungus, contact OUR  Dermatologist  DR  ASHIMA GOEL

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