Essential Hair care tips for better hair growth

Hair is made up of a protein called keratin. The outer layer is called the cuticle. Up close, it has a scaly appearance like a fish. Its role is to protect the hair shaft. The pH of the hair is low, around three. When it’s washed with harsh surfactants, the acid balance is destroyed because the pH is so much higher.

1. Choose the right shampoo and conditioner for your hair type

2. Follow a healthy diet

3. Avoid tight hairstyles such as dreadlocks or braiding

4. Avoid excessive use of hair products

6. Avoid excessive heat on your hair

7. Brush or comb hair properly

8. Protect your hair when swimming

9. Have a deep conditioning treatment

10. Oil Your Tresses Regularly

11. Massage Your Scalp

12. Eggs Can Contribute To Overall Hair Health

 

To restore the appearance of the cuticle so that it has a lovely smooth, shiny appearance that reflects light and makes the hair lie flat and look healthy, will require conditioning agents. If you want to balance your scalp and reset to a healthier hair regime, start with washing your hair less frequently.

Ingredients to look out for

SURFACTANTS: A big misconception in haircare is that foam is an indicator of cleanliness. Foaming isn’t healthy. In fact, the less foam, the better. Most shampoos contain synthetic foaming agents known as surfactants. These are compounds that reduce the surface tension of liquids and help suspend oil and dirt, making them easier to remove or clean from the hair, body or greasy surfaces.

ETHOXYLATION: A common chemical process used in creating surfactants is ethoxylation. It involves adding ethylene oxide to an alcohol or phenol to create the surfactant. A concerning by-product of this manufacturing process is contamination of 1, 4-dioxane, a known carcinogenic byproduct. The simplest way to identify if an ingredient has been ethoxylated is to look for ‘eth’ in the name.

SULPHATES/SULFATES:  Mainstream shampoos often contain sulphates. These are commonly found in almost all foaming and lathering products. Although these ingredients may originate from coconuts, the final product is far from its natural starting point.

AVOID: 

·         SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE (SLES),

·         SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE (SLS),

·         AMMONIUM LAURETH SULFATE (ALES),

·         AMMONIUM LAURYL SULFATE (ALS)

ALTERNATIVE:

·         DECYL,

·         CAPRYL,

·         COCO,

·         LAURYL GLUCOSIDES

CONDITIONERS & COATING AGENTS: To achieve the sort of finish found in Hair care advertisements, most Haircare products contain silicones or plastic derivatives. They’re designed to coat the hair shaft, making it appear luxurious and healthy. While the result may look fabulous, they prevent transpiration and penetration of nutrients. They build up in the hair and the environment. Regardless of whether a label states the product is full of proteins or vitamin E, your hair is essentially dead, so it isn’t going to make a difference to the hair shaft.

AVOID:

·         SILICONES ,

·         DIMETHICONE,

·         POLYMETHYLSILOXANE

ALTERNATIVE:

·         ISOAMYL LAURATE,

·         PLUKENETIA VOLUBILIS SEED OIL,

·         JOJOBA,

·         ARGANIA SPINOSA ARGAN KERNAL OIL,

·         MORINGA SEED OIL,

·         SHEA BUTTER

If you are suffering from hair fall you may contact us at KEMPS SKIN CLINIC, Vaishali, Sec.4 , Ghaziabad for consultant hair and skin related issue.

How to improve your Skin health

• Apply sunscreen every day before you go outdoors. It really can slow down skin aging. It can also help prevent skin cancer. Look for a sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum protection, SPF 30 (or higher), and water resistance.
•  Don't smoke. Smoking speeds up how quickly your skin ages. If you smoke, your wounds will also take longer to heal. And research shows that smoking worsens some skin diseases.
•  Check your skin for skin cancer. Skin self-exams can help you find skin cancer early when it's highly treatable. If you notice a spot that differs from the others, or one that changes, itches, or bleeds, make an appointment to see a dermatologist.
  
  
  
• Use a self-tanner if you like looking tanned. Anytime you tan indoors or outside, you prematurely age your skin. You also increase your risk of getting skin cancer. A self-tanner can give you the look you want without the risks. To keep your skin healthy, you want to protect it from the sun even when using a self-tanner.
•  Use skin care products that match your skin's needs. Choose product as per your  skin type — oily, dry, and normal, combination, or sensitive. Using products formulated for your skin's needs will help your skin look and feel its best.
• Resist the urge to scrub your skin clean. If you've been sweating heavily or have a serious acne flare, it may seem natural to scrub your skin. Don't! Scrubbing irritates your skin, which can worsen any skin condition, including acne.
•  Wash your face when waking: , before bed, and after sweating. Washing when you wake up removes the dirt and bacteria that settle on your face while sleeping. Before bed, you want to remove makeup and grime, such as smog, smoke, or dirt, which may have landed on your skin.
• Stress less. Finding healthy ways to manage stress can help your skin, too. Some skin diseases like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis (eczema) often appear for the first time when someone feels really stressed. Stress can also cause flare-ups of many skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea.
• Consult a certified dermatologist if you dislike something about your skin. When it comes to our skin, dermatologists are the experts. These doctors diagnose and treat thousands of different skin diseases. They also have the expertise needed to help people safely rejuvenate and care for their skin.
• For more query you may contact KEMPS Skin Clinic, book prior appointment to get best treatment and consultations.

Primary causes of hair loss

Hereditary hair loss:  Both men and women develop this type of hair loss, which is the most common cause of hair loss worldwide. In men, it’s called male pattern hair loss. Women get female pattern hair loss. Regardless of whether it develops in a man or women, the medical term is androgenic alopecia.

No matter which term you use, it means that you’ve inherited genes that cause your hair follicles (what each hair grows out of) to shrink and eventually stop growing hair. Shrinking can begin as early as your teens, but it usually starts later in life. In women, the first noticeable sign of hereditary hair loss is usually overall thinning of hair.When a man has hereditary hair loss, the first sign is often a receding hairline or bald spot at the top of his head.

Age: With age, most people notice some hair loss because hair growth slows. At some point, hair follicles stop growing hair, which causes the hair on our scalp to thin. Hair also starts to lose its color. A woman’s hairline naturally starts to recede.

Alopecia areata: Alopecia areata is a disease that develops when the body’s immune system attacks hair follicles (what holds the hair in place), causing hair loss. You can lose hair anywhere on your body, including your scalp, inside your nose, and in your ears. Some people lose their eyelashes or eyebrows.

Cancer treatment :  If you receive chemotherapy or have radiation treatment to your head or neck, you may lose all (or most of) your hair within a few weeks of starting treatment.

Childbirth, illness, or other stressors : A few months after giving birth, recovering from an illness, or having an operation, you may notice a lot more hairs in your brush or on your pillow. This can also happen after a stressful time in your life, such as a divorce or death of a loved one.

Scalp infection: A scalp infection can lead to scaly and sometimes inflamed areas on your scalp. You may see what look like small black dots on your scalp. These are actually stubs of hair. Some people develop a bald spot.

Medication: A possible side effect of some medications is hair loss. If you think a medication is causing your hair loss, ask the doctor who prescribed it if hair loss is a possible side effect. It’s essential that you do not stop taking the medication before talking with your doctor. Abruptly stopping some medications can cause serious health problems.

Scarring alopecia: This condition develops when inflammation destroys hair follicles. Once destroyed, a hair follicle cannot grow hair. Diverse conditions can cause this. The medical name for this group of conditions is cicatricial alopecia.

Thyroid disease  : If you have a problem with your thyroid, you may see thinning hair. Some people notice that their hair comes out in clumps when they brush it.

For hair Fall treatment you may contact KEMPS Skin Clinic. It is the most advance Skin & Hair care clinic in Delhi NCR.

Laser Hair Removal is a permanent solution of unwanted hairs

Laser hair removal is one of the most commonly done cosmetic procedures in the India It beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles. Pigment in the follicles absorb the light. That destroys the hair.Laser hair removal uses light to target the pigment in individual hairs. The light travels down the shaft of the hair and into the hair follicle. The heat from the laser light destroys the hair follicle, and a hair can no longer grow from it. Laser hair removal requires several treatments over the course of 2 to 3 months.

Is laser hair removal permanent solution?

Hair removal from a destroyed hair follicle is permanent. However, people who undergo hair removal can expect that some hair in the targeted area will grow back. After some time, it may be possible to treat the area again to reduce the number of hairs that regrow.

If a hair follicle is damaged but not destroyed, the hair will eventually regrow. It can be difficult to destroy every single hair follicle, so most people will see some hair regrowth.

When hair regrows, it is possible to treat it again, so people who want to remove all the hair may need several treatments. In some cases, hair may be too light, too short, or resistant to treatment. In these cases, a person might choose to use other hair removal methods, such as plucking stray hairs.

How long does laser hair removal last?

Laser hair removal is permanent when the hair follicle is destroyed. When the hair follicle is only damaged, the hairs will eventually regrow.The amount of time it takes for the hair to regrow depends on the person’s unique hair growth cycle. Some people have hair that grows more quickly than others. Hair that is in a resting phase will grow back more slowly than hair that is in another phase.

Most people can expect some hair regrowth with in a few months. Once this happens, they can opt for more removal treatments.

Side effects and risks:

During treatment, some people experience burning, stinging, or discomfort. For this reason, many technicians apply a numbing cream to the area they are treating. However, some people may have an allergic reaction or skin irritation in response to the numbing cream.

Minor side effects are common, and may include:

·         Changes in the color of the skin, particularly in people with dark skin, which are usually temporary

·         Skin redness

·         Blistering or crusting of the skin

Sometimes, irritation related to hair removal can cause scarring. Damaged skin can also become infected. Skin infections can spread and become life-threatening. After analyzing detailed medical Condition and discussing risks and benefits can help the provider determine the right treatment, reducing the risk of serious side effects.

A person should avoid sun exposure. The sun can irritate the skin, which increases the risk of blisters and scars.People who experience intense pain, a fever, crusting, blisters, or other signs of skin damage or infection should seek medical attention.

For more information related to Laser hair removal treatment you may contact KEMPS Skin Clinic, Vaishali sec-4 Ghaziabad.

12 things you need to know before Laser Hair Removal

If you're considering laser hair removal, 12 things you need to know before going for Laser hair removal

There are so many pros to getting laser beyond just the hair removal aspect. If you are susceptible to ingrown hairs that aggravate your skin and cause hyperpigmentation (super common in deep skin tones skin) then it can help to eliminate this.

THE PROCESS SOUNDS PAINFUL, BUT ISN’T LIKE THAT:

Dermatologist Dr. Manju Keshrai says that laser hair removal works by sending the light of a laser through the pigment in the hair. “This (light) converts to heat, which damages the hair follicle and hair bulb.” Some people found it to be a quick, sharp pain which they found more painful on thinner skin near their nose, chin and temples. Thankfully, the lasers used had a cooling mechanism (basically a constantly running cold blast of air right where the laser was pointing) which really helped.

PATIENCE PAYS OFF

It takes two or three weeks after your first treatment to see a difference, and 8 -12 treatments to get the full result. You also have to be really regular with your appointments because your hair follicles are all at different stages of their growth..

YOU’VE GOT TO USE A HAIR TRIMMER/SHAVE THE AREA BEFORE YOU GO FOR LASER REMOVAL.

The laser can react with hair on the skin’s surface which will cause some irritation and maybe dreaded burnt hair smell; you do have to make sure you have prepared properly before each visit though for the optimum results. The area must be cleanly shaved within 24 hours prior to the treatment. Electric razors are not recommended as the hair is typically left too long.

IT’S ACTUALLY A PRETTY FAST PROCESS

You can go in for a full face appointments and they only take 20 minutes.

YOU CAN’T GO TO THE GYM AFTERWARD

The heat from the laser stays in your skin for 24 hours so no gym, saunas, hot showers, you get it. If you do, you run the risk of creating a lovely warm environment for bacteria to multiply and give you spots. Gross.

GET READY TO THINK SERIOUSLY ABOUT THE SUN

The dermatologist will advise what is best for you, but you might need to avoid sunbathing and sun exposure as much as possible before and after treatment. Also if you have a tan you’ll need to wait till it fades before you can start your treatment.

LASER TREATMENT CAN TRIGGER MORE GROWTH IN SOME CASES

It’s true, particular types of hair can be stimulated into growing longer and thicker. But don’t worry, if hair isn’t suitable, your dermatologist will let you know. Dermatologist says that , Yes, in a rare number of cases laser hair removal can stimulate growth.

 YOU MIGHT NEED TO SWITCH UP YOUR BEAUTY REGIME AND PRODUCTS

Scrubs, glycolic acid and retinol creams should be avoided 2 days before and after treatment. you avoid chemical peels and similarly you should wait 1-2 weeks before using fake tan.

LASER HAIR REMOVAL HAS MORE THAN ONE BENEFIT

Laser can actually help with irritating AF ingrown hairs.“Aside from clearer, smoother skin and permanent hair reduction, laser hair removal also boasts benefits including helping to reduce ingrowing hairs and less irritation of the skin. This is because the treatment encourages hair to grow straight,” said by dermatologist

YOU CAN’T PLUCK, DYE OR WAX THE HAIR

Plucking, waxing and bleaching impedes the process. If you want to be hairless throughout the process, go the shaving route instead. You’ll need these tips to make each shave last longer though.

IT WORKS ON ALL SKIN TONES

The hair just needs to be dark enough to drawn the laser. skin use long pulsed ND : YAG lasers – which are safer for treating pigmented or darker skin tones.

“Older laser hair removal technology was previously not recommended for people of darker skin tones, in particular those with Black or Asian skin,” says skin specialist. “The energy from the laser targets the pigment in the hair, with the pigment of the skin being shallower, this could lead the laser to be attracted to the skin rather than the pigment in the hair. Putting darker skin tones at risk of burning.”

YOU MIGHT NEED TO GO BACK FOR TOP UP TREATMENTS

Most people report 90 percent permanent reduction in hair growth but fluctuating hormones can make hair grow back. "Depending on your hair growth and each individual clients' case, at the end of the treatments we may recommend some top up treatments which could take place with larger periods in between quarterly, or twice a year," say by Dermatologist.

Moles Removal by Laser

As we’ve seen above, laser surgery is a fantastic way to have nuisance moles removed without scarring, downtime or much pain either. However, using a laser to remove moles, skin tags or even warts is usually reserved for the cases that can benefit the most from it. This includes non-cancerous, shallow or above-skin moles, when the patient can afford the procedure.

At The KEMPS Skin Clinic, our team of highly skilled skin care professionals are trained to use the latest techniques and technology to remove suspect moles.

Can moles be removed by laser?

In short, yes. Some types of moles can be remove with the help of  laser  by a trained professional. Previously, lasers weren’t quite effective in removing moles due to technology limitations, which has improved significantly over the years. The main problem was due to the fact that these lasers weren’t able to penetrate the skin deep enough to fully remove a mole.

With the latest improvements in laser technology, we are now able to penetrate deep enough into the skin and with enough power to remove moles without surgery!  A quick visit with us can determine if you’re a candidate for laser mole removal.

Is laser mole removal safe?

When performed by trained professionals, such as the providers here at The Dermatology Specialists, it’s perfectly safe and in most cases, the best option depending on the type or mole.

Post laser mole removal care:

Your laser mole removal procedure takes approximately 30 minutes altogether depending on the number and size of the mole(s) being removed.

Immediately following your laser treatment, you may notice a small red mark around the area where your mole was removed.

From there, your mole will scab over and after about 10 to 14 days, the scab will fade until you’re left with a smooth pink mark, which will usually fade with time.

Caring for your mole wound over the course of a couple weeks post-treatment will be the same as caring for any other small cut. Wash with care, DON’T pick at it, and let your skin heal naturally.

Laser Hair Removal on Face is Safe or not?

No one wants unwanted hair on the face so to remove them permanently, you must go for laser treatment. The benefit of laser hair removal is that it reduces the hair safely and permanently, thus boosting your self-confidence and prevents irritation. But always keep in mind that you should get your laser treatment from a certified dermatologist to avoid any harm on your face.

It doesn’t matter if you are male or female for removing facial hair. There is the availability of both male and female laser facial hair removers. The face is the place which has to bear everybody’s focus. It’s not just women who need laser facial hair remover but also men. If you have hair on your face, it decreases your confidence level. To boost your confidence everywhere, you must go for laser facial hair remover.

The laser treatment is discreet enough to get you to the perfect level of smoothness and helps you to sweep your facial insecurities. Common treatment areas for women are upper lips, cheeks, chin, and sideburns while men are neckline, beard, and back of the neck. Laser hair removal treatment is not only for females but also males. You can get this treatment irrespective of your gender.

Solution to PCOS

The female facial hair growth is always thin but in some conditions like PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) can cause thick hair to grow on faces of females. In such a situation, waxing, tweezing and shaving is not asolution because these tools cause the hair to grow even thicker than usual. If you want to get rid of these thick hairs, get the laser treatment. Everyone has different medical or other problems but regardless of any type of problem, laser hair removal treatment is the best solution for facial hair removal.

Instructions to Prepare for Facial Laser Hair Removal

When you decide your dermatologist from whom you will get the treatment, you will go for getting the instructions to prepare for the treatment. These instructions are:

1) Staying Away from Sun

You must stay away from direct sunlight in order to protect the hair follicles of your face. Avoid the sunlight, six weeks before the laser hair removal treatment. Try to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily so that your skin remains smooth. Don’t use the sunless skin creams because it will harm your facial skin.

2) Avoiding Other Methods of Hair Removal

It’s always wrong to use different methods of hair removal simultaneously on your skin. Skincare is very important. Electrolysis, plucking, waxing can disturb the hair follicles. They should be avoided almost 4 weeks before the treatment.

3) Trimming

Trimming is a must before the laser hair removal treatment as it cleans the hair from your face. Trimming is preferable before getting treatment as hair is removed from your face and it is good for treatment. Follicles can be easily seen if there is no hair on your targeted area for treatment.

4) Avoiding Blood-Thinning Medicines

Don’t use any blood-thinning medicines or tablets before getting ready for the treatment. It is better to ask your doctor or dermatologist as what kind of medications such as aspirin or anti-inflammatory should be avoided before taking the treatment.

Laser Facial Hair Remover’s Pain

Everyone is afraid of something and some are afraid of pain. The pain depends upon the body part, from where you want to remove unwanted hair. As the face is the sensitive area of your skin so the pain will be a little bit more than the other body parts. If you have a scale of 1-10 for measuring the pain (10 being the worst), then the pain of laser facial hair remover will lie between 2 to 8. The pain also depends on the thickness of your facial skin. Men feel little pain while getting laser treatment than women as their facial skin is hard. The upper lips are the most painful area for this treatment, but it doesn’t mean that it is not bearable. If you can bear the pain of wax on your face then the pain of laser is just nothing in comparison.

In short, laser hair removal on your face can be costly but it is effective for getting rid of your facial hairs. Don’t expect to get rid of this facial hair in just one session. Be prepared for about 6 treatments as these are normal. Facial laser hair removal does not work for everyone based on their tone of skin and hair. One must consult a dermatologist before getting the facial laser hair treatment so as to discuss all the important things that you need to know before the treatment.

Are you interested in laser hair removal on your face? Contact KEMPS SKIN CLINIC today for a free consultation!

Is Laser hair removal safe?

The Myth 1: Is laser hair removal safe on all hair types.

Answer: Everyone’s hair is different, so Results of laser hair removal vary by hair thickness, hair color and by your skin type, so the only way to tell how your own hair may be affected, and removed, via laser treatments is to get a doctor’s assessment.

The Myth 2: Laser hair removal actually causes more hair to grow.

Answer: Laser hair removal doesn’t cause more hair to grow. Every person has their own hair growth patterns and everyone’s bodies are constantly changing. Some people will lose body hair over time, and some will grow more hair in new places as they age. Lasers can destroy hair follicles, but they’re not magical: they won’t create new ones, and they won’t prevent new hair follicles from growing over time.

The Myth 3: Laser hair removal won’t work on certain hair colors.

Answer: While it’s true that laser hair removal is more difficult for red hair, that doesn’t have the pigment that lasers need to target them, today’s high-quality laser hair removal systems have evolved to target previously difficult-to-zap hair colors. White hair and gray hair won’t be removed by laser treatment, though, since these hair colors lack pigmentation.

The Myth4: Laser hair removal exposes you to radiation.

Answer: Laser hair removal systems approved by the IMA do not emit radiation. While radiation does exist between the light barriers of the laser, it does not exit that space, so it’s not harmful to the patient.

The Myth 5: You can get permanent hair removal in one long laser hair removal session.

Answer: Sorry, this one is pure myth. It’s impossible to get rid of all hair growth through one hair removal session. Hair grows in different cycles, and in different timing, so while your laser hair removal treatment will target hairs that are grown on your body, there are other follicles about to sprout new hairs. The best results of laser hair removal treatments happen after several treatments, when each hair follicle can be lasered during its optimal timing.

The Myth 6: Laser hair removal treatments cause burns.

Answer: While it’s rare and often temporary, burns from laser hair removal treatments may occur, particularly if you have dark skin. Talk to your dermatologist about side effects from laser hairremoval treatment, and to have your skin assessed for pre-treatment expectations.

KEMPS Skin Clinic, Vaishali, Sec-4 is the best Skin clinic in Ghaziabad for laser hair removal, you may book prior appointment  and get proper solution for unwanted hairs.