Is Laser Hair Removal safe during Pregnancy?

In Pregnancy, belly is getting bigger and you can barely see your legs, also alone shave is very difficult.

Because of the changes in hormones during pregnancy, you may find more hair growth around the belly, nipples, or other unwanted places. If you don’t tweeze or shave, the excess hair will usually fall off after pregnancy.

Is It Safe To Undergo Laser Hair Removal While Pregnant?

Generally, laser hair removal is not conducted on women while pregnant, there are several reasons to avoid laser hair removal during pregnancy.

In the absence of research and due to the non-availability of information on the negative consequences of a pregnant woman and her growing baby, most doctors, and clinicians suggest postponing laser hair removal procedures until after the delivery. It is not good to be on the wrong side of caution, especially during pregnancy.  

Laser hair removal treatment uses non-ionizing radiation. This technique produces intense heat in order to remove the unwanted hair from its roots. It does not cause any cell mutation. The laser light beams penetrate into your skin for only a few millimeters. However, the non-iodizing radiation can be absorbed by the surrounding tissue in the area. Doctors are not sure about how this may affect your unborn baby.

• For some pregnant women, laser hair treatment can cause mild pain, so medical professionals use numbing creams. This cream is not recommended during pregnancy as your body can absorb anything applied to the skin. 
• Your skin gets very sensitive while you are pregnant. The laser hair removal treatment may cause pain, redness or irritation, leading to further skin problems.
• The length and number of treatment sessions depend on your hair growth cycle. But the change in hormonal levels during pregnancy can sometimes shorten the hair growth cycle or stimulate dormant hair follicles. Therefore some women can experience quick hair re-growth while they are pregnant.
• First of all the body hormonal changes can cause changes to melanin production, causing the treatments to be more painful and less effective.
• The second reason is that the laser zapping can cause cramps, especially when done on lower abdominal and thighs.

The treatment is uncomfortable when performed on sensitive breasts and bikini area in the later stages of pregnancy. Also, the skin is usually very sensitive during pregnancy, and you are likely to experience irritation, redness, or pain in the skin.

Should You Postpone Laser Hair Removal Sessions Till Completion Of Pregnancy?

 If you are already in the middle of laser hair treatment when you conceive, it is good to postpone the procedure until after delivery. You could always opt for alternative hair removal methods. Even if you keep the procedure on hold, it will not hinder the progress achieved in the initial sessions.

Your doctor can decide whether to continue or postpone the treatment during pregnancy. You should also talk to him about the safety of alternative hair removal methods such as electrolysis, waxing, and shaving.

For more knowledge and skincare during pregnancy, you may contact Dr. Manju Keshari at KEMPS Skin Clinic. , Vaishali, Sec-4 Ghaziabad.

Birthmark Types, Causes, and treatment

Birthmark: Any mark, spot, or bump that is present in or around the time of birth on the skin of an infant is a birthmark. Mothers are fond of giving these rather romantic names such as angel's kisses, stork bites, or beauty marks. Most of these lesions are not particularly aesthetically desirable.

Types of Birthmarks:  Birthmarks can be categorized according to their composition.

• Pigmented birthmarks: Marks as a result of excessive accumulations of melanin are called pigmented birthmarks since the great majority of them are brown to black. Other birthmarks appear lighter than the rest of the skin due to a relative lack of melanin.

• Vascular birthmarks: Vascular birthmarks are composed of blood vessels and are called vascular birthmarks. They are generally red, blue, or purple. Other birthmarks are composed of lymphatic tissue (cystic hygroma), breast tissue, and epidermal tissue, which are often yellow to flesh-colored. 

Causes of birthmarks:  Most Birthmarks are probably due to defective migration of cells during fetal development. Once these cells start to multiply, they produce tissue with the characteristics of their cell type though they are not where those cells typically are located.

Is it possible to remove or fade Birthmarks?

It is now possible to treat many kinds of both pigmented and vascular birthmarks. The approach depends on the type of tissue involved and the risks versus the benefits of treatment. The pediatrician is an excellent source of information as to potential treatment options.

Treatment for Birthmarks:

The treatment of birthmarks depends on the nature of the tissue involved. Medical treatment can hasten the resolution of certain kinds of vascular birthmarks. Generally, measures that destroy the involved cells of the birthmark are required for both pigmented or vascular birthmarks. Either scalpel surgery, lasers, and rarely radiation can be helpful.

Many capillary birthmarks such as salmon patches and strawberry hemangiomas are temporary and require no treatment. For permanent lesions, concealing cosmetics might be helpful. Cortisone (oral or injected) can reduce the size of a hemangioma that is growing rapidly and obstructing vision or vital structures. Other oral medicines have been used experimentally with some success in these cases, as well.

Port-wine stains on the face can be treated at a young age with a yellow-pulsed dye laser for best results. Treatment of the birthmarks might help prevent psychosocial problems that can result in individuals who have port-wine stains.

Permanent red birthmarks might be treated with methods including:

• Cryotherapy (freezing)
• Laser surgery
• Surgical removal

In some cases, birthmarks are not treated until a child reaches school age. However, birthmarks are treated earlier if they result in unwanted symptoms or if they compromise vital functions such as vision or breathing. KEMPS Skin Clinic, Vaishali Sec-4 provide treatment for birthmark. You may book a prior appointment and get the best treatment.

How to get glowing skin

Facials have always been synonymous with relaxation and healthy skin. However, the unending facial menu’s can be too much jargon and there is a huge gap between the qualities of the ingredients being used in the industry. All of this leads to information asymmetry between the customer and the skin clinic, mostly to the advantage of the skin clinic.

Let’s consider what we expect from a facial: The perfect facial should be relaxing, hydrating, stimulating, moisturizing and rejuvenating. Most beauty clinics would have 5 different facials to achieve what a single facial session should achieve.

However, there is some light at the end of this dark tunnel, in the form of Hydra-Facials. Also referred to Aqua Peeling or Hydro-Dermabrasion.

What are Hydra Facials?

 Hydra Facial itself as the medical-grade facial rejuvenation that cleanses, detoxifies, exfoliates, extracts and hydrates in one treatment that is appropriate for all skin types -- normal, oily, sensitive, aging. It also promises help with fine line and wrinkles, pore size, and hyperpigmentation.

• Cleans and Exfoliates dead skin cells to reveal healthy new skin.
• Peels gently to help loosen dirt and debris from pores without any irritation.
• Automatically extracts impurities, and
• Adds hydration with serums and antioxidants to nourish and protect.

Due to this multi-therapeutic approach, hydra facials are easily differentiated from other forms of skin rejuvenating and microdermabrasion (MDA) treatment procedures.

Why it is more appreciated than any other Facial: This facial is for on-the-go girls! Its multi-therapeutic approach combines various benefits into the time of a single facial session. Some of the merits of a 30 minute procedure are:

• It targets various skin problems like blackheads, whiteheads, brown spots, acne, sun damage, uneven skin tone, enlarged pores, and the fine lines of premature aging.
• Improves the overall quality of skin through the extraction of dead layers and cleaning of dirt and debris from the pores.
• Improvements to facial tone and texture with less dyschromia (skin discoloration)
• Hydrates and nourishes the skin for much softer and brighter look.
• Stimulates the blood flow for much healthier-looking skin
• No downtime, no irritation like other peels with instant results assurance
• Bespoke Treatment for your skin’s requirement- Which means it is tailored to individual skincare needs.

When it’s not advisable: It is not recommended if you are looking for instant results for following skin conditions:

• Deep lines
• Acne
• Wrinkles
• Scars
• Deep Hyperpigmentation problems
• Broken skin

Skin conditions like above more often demand invasive treatments. However, Hydra Dermabrasion can be used in combination or in conjunction with other invasive treatment to compliment the results.

At KEMPS Skin Clinic Hydra Facials is provided by an expert dermatologist, you may contact and book a prior appointment for better services.

What is oily skin and how to take care of it?

Oily skin is acne-prone skin with open pores, a shiny complexion, blackheads, and pimples. Because hormones affect oil production, anything that changes your hormone levels may affect your skin. ... To keep oily skin clean, wash your face a 2-3 times a day with plain soap and water.

Oily skin is firstly characterized by an overproduction of sebum. This protective oily substance is made by the sebaceous glands and its excess secretion is often visible and sometimes unattractive: shiny skin, enlarged pores, blackheads, or pimples. This is very common at puberty as a result of hormonal changes during which a testosterone derivative attaches to the sebaceous glands and increases sebum production. 

Several other factors influence sebum production by sebaceous glands:

• Poor skin hygiene;
• The use of cosmetics that irritate the skin;
• Hormonal factors: adolescence, taking oral contraceptives, pregnancy, etc.;
• Genetics;
• Climatic conditions: heat and humidity, for instance;
• Toxic substances: tobacco and pollution, for instance;
• Stress, anxiety, fatigue.

·       Very oil skin has a shiny appearance, especially on the T zone (forehead, nose, and chin). As the pores are enlarged, the texture of the skin appears irregular. In too great a quantity, sebum can block pores and become a fertile ground for acne and other skin problems.

Here is what you can do to reduce the oily appearance of skin:

Cleanse it: Cleansing is the first condition that needs to be respected for good skin. If possible, wash your face twice daily with a very mild and unscented cleanser with a neutral pH. Some cleaning products are specifically formulated for oily skin types. Pat your skin dry with a clean towel instead of rubbing it vigorously. You can also apply a skin-toning lotion to tighten pores. Avoid those containing alcohol because they stimulate sebum production. Do not forget to remove your makeup every night before going to bed.  

Use Moisturize: Oily skin also needs to be moisturized. Some products that have an ultra-light texture, are without oil, and enriched with a sebum-regulating complex. Don’t worry. If you choose the right product, it will not add to your skin’s shine. It will actually have the opposite effect! Be wary of tinted creams because they can stimulate sebum secretion and the appearance of pimples.

Use sunscreen: Protect yourself from the sun’s rays with sunscreen suitable for oily skin types. Avoid tanning salons at any cost. Use a mild exfoliant twice a week. Give yourself a skincare treatment at a beauty salon from time to time. Ask the beautician to adapt the treatment your particular type of skin.

Eat Fresh: Adopt a healthy diet. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Avoid fatty and sugary foods such as sausages, deli meats, chocolate, and fast foods. Drink plenty of water. Sleep well, avoid stress, and happily kick the smoking habit!

Remember, having oily skin does have some benefits. Those with oily skin tend to age slower. Oily skin tends to wrinkle less than those with dry or normal skin. To know  more about care of oily skin you may contact Dr. Manju keshari, Senior Dermatologist and Skin Specialist at KEMPS Skin Clinic Vaishali, Sec.4, Ghaziabad.