Beauty Queries

I am a 15-year-old girl. I have four to five grey hair on my head and I also suffer from dandruff. I am using Head & Shoulders to get rid of the dandruff but it is not helping. Please suggest a good shampoo to clear my scalp and also suggest a home remedy to get rid of grey hair. Can I apply amla juice to reduce the greying? —Aisha
I suggest you use a medicated anti-dandruff shampoo like 8X or Arcolane shampoo twice a week. For the grey hair, I suggest you start with vitamin B complex supplements. You can apply amla juice for the greying.

I am a 32-year-old married woman with a young child. For the past year or so, I’ve noticed my under eye area has got quite dark. I try to sleep for about seven hours daily. What could be the cause and how can I lighten the area? Gurdeep
Under eye dark circles can be because of various reasons. It can be lack of sleep or even anaemia. Get your haemoglobin levels checked to see if they are low. Meanwhile, you can start applying Cernor XO cream at night to lighten the area.

While my facial skin is clear, I’ve started developing small pimples on my back. I ensure that I bathe regularly and with a good branded body wash. What could be the reason for this? Please recommend a solution. —Gauri
It is very common to have pimples on the back because oil glands are very active in that area. I suggest you start applying Adapalene gel on the back at night to clear the pimples. You can also get microdermabrasion done on your back to clear dead skin which will also help in reducing pimples.

I am wheatish in complexion and have some dark patches on my face. These are on cheeks and nose area. My aunt also has a similar skin condition. Using fairness creams hasn’t helped at all. Please suggest something. —Vaidehi
I would like you to consult a cosmetic dermatologist to examine the pigmentation, as the treatment would depend on the type of pigmentation. Meanwhile, you can start using a good sunscreen to prevent any further darkening and Kojic cream at night only on the dark patches to lighten them. From you description, it seems you may have melasma. But a proper consultation is a must to advise you the various treatment options.