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Byrdie posted "How to Properly Treat an Ingrown Hair Down There" featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel and Visha Skincare If you choose to remove the hair around your bikini line, it can be a huge pain (literally). Ingrown hairs are a common side effect of hair removal, and because the hair in the pubic zone is usually thicker and curlier than hair on the rest of your body, it has a tendency to turn back into the skin when growing."An ingrown hair is a hair that grows into the skin rather than out and is most common in the bikini area where the hair...

HelloGiggles posted  "Increased Face Mask Wear Can Lead to Skin Irritation and Infection—Here’s How to Reduce Risk" featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel, and Visha Skincare. Face masks are essential to preventing the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, but it’s taking a toll on skin. With the CDC’s recent recommendation that everyone wear face masks in public, more people are looking for face coverings—or making their own—in order to help flatten the curve. However, wearing face masks for extended periods of time comes with a risk of its own, with many people experiencing uncomfortable skin issues.Here’s the dilemma: Face masks need to fit snugly on the wearer’s...

FabFitFun posted "7 Skin Care Steps You Should Never Skip Even If You’re WFH" featuring Visha Skincare founder, Dr. Purvisha Patel. While being quarantined at home means it’s easy to indulge in those ‘lazy weekend habits’ (aka not washing your face!), it’s crucial to be consistent with your everyday skin care routine.“Changing up your routine may stress out your skin, leading to texture, hydration changes, and even skin breakouts,” she says. “Sure, you can cut back on the extras, but always be sure to keep up with the basics,” says board-certified dermatologist Tsippora Shainhouse, MD, FAAD.To help keep your skin on track, we talked...

MindBodyGreen Lifestyle posted  "5 Signs You Have Sensitive Skin & The Best Natural Remedies featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel. Skin sensitivities vary greatly from person to person, and the term "sensitive skin" is a general one that encompasses a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema and rosacea). Here, dermatologists break down the five telltale signs of sensitive skin plus share some of the best natural remedies to soothe and protect. Five signs of sensitive skin. "It can sometimes be difficult to know if you have sensitive skin or not," explains Purvisha Patel, M.D., board-certified dermatologist. In simple terms, "Sensitive skin is characterized by...

Real Simple posted  "Increased Face Mask Wear Can Lead to Skin Irritation and Infection—Here’s How to Reduce Risk" featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel, and Visha Skincare. Face masks are essential to preventing the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, but it’s taking a toll on skin. With the CDC’s recent recommendation that everyone wear face masks in public, more people are looking for face coverings—or making their own—in order to help flatten the curve. However, wearing face masks for extended periods of time comes with a risk of its own, with many people experiencing uncomfortable skin issues.Here’s the dilemma: Face masks need to fit snugly on the...