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Sunday, July 12, 2026
TopicDermatology

Topic: Dermatology

Injecting perfection: India’s cosmetic dermatology boom is driven by the mind, not the skin

Psychodermatology, a specialised field that examines the relationship between skin health and psychological well-being, can help us decode what our minds are signaling. 

Itchy, crusty, and swollen eyelids can signal more than just tired eyes

While the condition rarely threatens vision, untreated blepharitis can significantly impair daily comfort, appearance, and quality of life.

If your skin isn’t responding to acne remedies, you might have fungal acne

Fungal acne so closely resembles ordinary acne that many people endure prolonged frustration with the wrong treatments.

What advantage do ‘chemicals’ have over natural skincare

‘Clean beauty' marketing versus clinical-grade promises is a conversation I have every day in my clinic. The answer isn't black and white.

Why peptides are the most exciting intersection between biotechnology and dermatology

PDRN, a bioactive molecule, has gained popularity in Korea. It is commonly used in treatments designed to restore skin quality rather than simply reduce wrinkles.

Beyond moisturising—first rebuild your skin’s superpower

Overusing retinol, acids and exfoliants on a damaged barrier can worsen acne, redness and sensitivity instead of fixing it.

That one skincare science rule most people get wrong—pH

The pH scale runs from zero (very acidic) to 14 (very alkaline), with seven being neutral. Your skin isn’t neutral. Healthy skin sits in a mildly acidic range of 4.5-5.5.

Retinol vs Bakuchiol—which anti-ageing ingredient is right for your skin?

Bakuchiol comes from the seeds of the Babchi plant, long used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Retinol is a derivative of vitamin A.

How to treat melasma—strict sun protection, oral therapies and targeted lasers

Classic features of the disease include brown, gray-brown, or bluish patches on cheeks, forehead, upper lip, nose, and chin—often forming a mask-like pattern.

Gel manicure is weakening your nails. Here’s how to care for them

One young patient came to me after years of non-stop gels; her nails were so fragile they peeled in layers.

On Camera

It’s Cheated Rivalry season. The Haaland-Bellingham bromance is run by the straight-gay economy

Fandom logic dictates that as long as everyone knows they are just good mates in real life, we are allowed to make the hunky sports dolls kiss.

India can add $700 bn to $1.4 trn to GDP with higher female workforce participation, says CSEP study

India needs to add nearly 90 million more women to workforce to match participation levels in developed economies, according to CSEP paper. Need for quality jobs also highlighted.

DIA effect: Canada steams ahead with TKMS for new submarines, India’s P 75I still in works

Ottawa has handed over execution functions of critical defence projects to a CEO-led organisation for reducing procurement timelines and making it solely accountable for outcomes.

Satluj risks rekindling anger & distrust in Punjab. It’s not about the film, but the votes

Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Satluj doesn’t blame any political party or individual politicians. We only know the demographic in Punjab it’s bound to trigger the most.