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10 WORST Ingredients For Skin and Hair

10 WORST Ingredients For Skin and Hair

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Though some ingredients such as mild odours or silicones might not be actually harmful, others such as sulphates, parabens or formaldehyde releasers can result in skin irritation, hormonal imbalances and skin barrier damage, advises Dr Ameesha Mahajan.

What You Must Know About Your Beard!

What You Must Know About Your Beard!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'Stop touching your beard all the time. Your hands carry bacteria that can trigger acne and irritation.'

Buying Expensive Skin Care Products? Read This First

Buying Expensive Skin Care Products? Read This First

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Understanding the ingredients used in skin care products is crucial. Dr Pravin Banodkar explains what each one does and who should use them

5 Natural Remedies For Healthy Skin

5 Natural Remedies For Healthy Skin

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Dr Ameesha Mahajan, cosmetic dermatologist and founder of Eden Skin Clinic, explains why you can trust these ingredients to heal and nourish your skin.

The secret to clear, flawless, skin

The secret to clear, flawless, skin

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Cleanse, tone, and moisturise. Avoid sugar, dairy products, animal protein, suggests Shilpa Sharma.

Coming Soon, New Ways To Vaccinate

Coming Soon, New Ways To Vaccinate

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

'Just put a patch on your arm and the vaccine can be absorbed by the body.'

Want glowing skin? Try these simple home hacks

Want glowing skin? Try these simple home hacks

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

You can use simple ingredients available at home to look your dewy best.

NO! Your Shampoo Can't Fight Hair Fall

NO! Your Shampoo Can't Fight Hair Fall

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

There's no 'genie-in-a-bottle' solution that can instantly fix hair fall within a month, cautions Dr Jaspreet Sarna, dermatologist, Traya Health.

10 Herbs For BEAUTIFUL Hair

10 Herbs For BEAUTIFUL Hair

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Nishita Suratkal explains how amla, methi and bhringaraj can help arrest hairfall and improve overall hair health.

The secret to luscious, healthy hair

The secret to luscious, healthy hair

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

Add these protein- and vitamin-rich foods to your daily diet.

Does oiling really help to grow your hair?

Does oiling really help to grow your hair?

Rediff.com8 May 2019

While oiling conditions the scalp, it will not stop your hair from falling nor will it accelerate the rate of hair re-growth, says Dr Apoorva Shah.

ASK DR JAIN: I want feet like the film stars!

ASK DR JAIN: I want feet like the film stars!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Have skin concerns? Send in your questions to Dr Dinesh Jain.

Heard about the mysterious new pleasure spot?

Heard about the mysterious new pleasure spot?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

Could this be the new G-spot?

Is stress making you lose hair?

Is stress making you lose hair?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Stress makes your scalp weak and gives hair breakage. Try to stay happy.

Want glowing skin? Avoid red meat, alcohol in summer

Want glowing skin? Avoid red meat, alcohol in summer

Rediff.com4 Apr 2017

Alcohol not only dehydrates your skin but also, makes it more prone to breakouts.

9 reasons to eat watermelon

9 reasons to eat watermelon

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

This sweet, thirst-quenching fruit will not only keep you hydrated but also reduce the chances of getting cancer.

How to keep summer infections at bay

How to keep summer infections at bay

Rediff.com1 May 2019

Your sunscreen should contain mineral sun blocks like zinc oxide, titanium dioxide and iron oxide, says cosmetologist Dr Rinky Kapoor.

How to take care of oily skin

How to take care of oily skin

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

Here are nine natural ways to manage oily skin.