DR GEETANJALI SHETTY

Jun 06, 2012 - 05:23 PM http://health.femina.in/featured/your-survival-guide-for-the-allergy-season/ The sun is out, but with it comes the symptoms of unwanted allergies. Don't fret! We get experts to give you solutions that will keep those pesky sneezes at bay!  By Alamara Khan An allergy is defined as 'an exaggerated immune response or reaction to substances that are generally not harmful'. Allergies are fairly common, owing to genetics or environmental factors. A person is known to have allergies when their immune system is oversensitive. When the immune system of someone with allergies recognizes an allergen, it releases substances like histamines which cause allergy symptoms. We quizzed some experts from the industry to give you a low down on how to keep allergies away! 1. What is the worst 'allergy season'? Why? Allergies can be seasonal or perennial. Seasonal allergens are present in the external environment - e.g., tree, grass, pollen and ou...

Dos and don'ts to prepare you for monsoon Shweta Mehta, Hindustan Times Mumbai, June 05, 2012 It's that time of the year when Mumbaikars keep eagerly looking towards the heavens, waiting for the monsoons. But if you aren't adequately prepared for it, you could face a number of health problems. Here's a guide to help prepare for the rainy season. Skin Humidity is  the key reason behind breakouts during the monsoon. Dr Geetanjali Shetty, consulting dermatologist, Neutrogena, shares a skincare routine to follow: Cleanse well: Use a deep-cleansing agent that removes oil and dirt without stripping away any natural moisture. Use a medicated cleanser that contains salicylic acid. Representative pic Moisturise: Monsoons can have a dehydrating effect on dry skin and an excessive-hydrating effect on oily skin making it prone to acne. Use a non-oily moisturiser and soaps that contain glycerine. Drink plenty of water. Sun protection: Apply sunscreen as in the ...

http://wwv.deccanchronicle.com/channels/lifestyle/bodylicious/white-obsession-020 Skin whitening and bleaching have become increasingly popular across the globe as people try to achieve a fairer complexion. But sometimes it can be quite archaic. Dr Geetanjali Shetty ,dermatologist and cosmetologist and derm consultant, suggests ways one can keep skin looking fair and clear, without damaging it. Explore the rights and wrongs of being obsessed with white skin. Is white right? The fairness craze is getting so big that a lot of people come even with a few month-old babies and request us to work on their fairness. Even stars like Beyonce and many others have been accused of working on their skin to appear lighter. Most of the fairness and bleaching creams present in the market contain a molecule called hydroquinone. Though the sale of creams based out of this ingredient is banned in the US, it is widely available in India. Some whitening creams even contain steroids. Wear sunscr...