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Monday, August 11, 2025
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Topic: Skincare

What is Skinimalism? It isn’t laziness, but skincare for those who want results without clutter

Think of skinimalism as the Marie Kondo of beauty trends: if a product doesn’t spark joy, or at least actually do something for your skin, it’s time to bid it a grateful goodbye.

How PCOS wrecks your skin & hair—and what you can do about it

Medicines can help you fight PCOS, but you also need to go the extra mile.

Your lips need SPF too. There’s a risk of long-term damage

Skincare products are yet to crack a one-size-fits-all formula, and the same stands for lip care as well, because as people, we’re all designed differently.

Your skin barrier is your body’s first line of defence. Here’s how you can protect it

The topmost part of your epidermis is the skin barrier, aka stratum corneum. If you mess with it, your skin can quickly switch from happy to sandpaper-sad.

Glycolic acid is the queen bee of AHAs. Just don’t overuse it

Now a constant on Instagram reels, glycolic acid gently exfoliates the top layer of your skin without causing the irritation that physical scrubs do.

PCOS, thyroid, diabetes—dark underarms could be a sign of bigger issues

If you think tight gymwear burns more calories, think again. Friction from tight clothes only leads to more sweat—and more underarm pigmentation.

Joy face wash ad shows why Shah Rukh Khan deserves the ‘ladies’ man’ title

With the 2005 Lux ad, Shah Rukh Khan became the first male actor to endorse a women’s beauty product in India.

Dermaplaning gives you smoother, brighter skin. And no, it doesn’t make facial hair thicker

The treatment is much more than a simple close shave. It's essential to follow specific instructions and select a qualified professional if you’re getting dermaplaning done at home.

Skin whitening injections can give you fairer skin. But keep your expectations realistic

Glutathione is a natural antioxidant which fights free radicals, keeps your liver healthy, and most importantly, blocks melanin production—resulting in a fairer skin.

K-beauty looks great on your feed, but it might be picking a fight with your Indian skin

From snail mucin to cica, K-beauty has its perks—but blindly following trends can backfire on melanin-rich skin.

On Camera

There’s a method in Trump’s Pakistan romance. It’s all about Gulf security

Like Turkey and Egypt, Pakistan is one of a handful of powers with the human resources and infrastructure to help secure the Persian Gulf as Trump’s America draws down its military presence.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

Legacy of Air Chief Marshal LM Katre, the man who flew Spitfires & ushered IAF into a modern era

ACM Katre was 2nd IAF chief to die in harness. It was at a memorial lecture in his honour where IAF chief AP Singh revealed that India shot down 6 Pakistani aircraft in Op Sindoor.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.