Dr. Shriya Garg - Derma Rx

Dr. Shriya Garg - Derma Rx M.D. Dermatology (DMCH Ludhiana)

30/08/2026

🧴✨ Hair Oiling: Myths vs Facts — What Does Your Dermatologist Say?

Does hair oiling really promote hair growth? Does leaving oil overnight make your hair healthier? Let’s separate hair oiling myths from facts! 👨‍⚕️

❌ Hair oiling supports hair growth — MYTH
Oiling can condition the hair and reduce dryness, but it is not a proven treatment for hair loss or hair growth.

✅ Oil can protect the hair — FACT
Certain oils, such as coconut oil, can help reduce dryness and protect the hair shaft from damage.

❌ Leaving oil overnight is best — MYTH
Longer application doesn’t necessarily mean better results. For some people, prolonged oiling may cause scalp irritation or worsen dandruff.

✅ Champi & gentle scalp massage can be beneficial — FACT
A gentle massage can help you relax and may improve the feeling of scalp comfort. Avoid aggressive rubbing.

❌ Hair oiling causes hair fall — MYTH
Oiling itself doesn’t usually cause hair loss, although excessive manipulation while applying or washing oil may lead to breakage or shedding of already-loose hairs.

❌ Expensive hair oil is more effective than coconut oil — MYTH
A higher price doesn’t automatically mean better results. Choose products according to your hair and scalp type.

⚠️ Oily scalp + excessive oiling can worsen dandruff — FACT
If you have dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis, frequent heavy oiling may aggravate the condition.

💡 Remember: Hair oil can be part of a hair-care routine, but persistent hair fall, dandruff, itching, or thinning needs proper diagnosis—not just more oil!

👨‍⚕️ Consult a dermatologist for personalized hair & scalp care.

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28/08/2026

🤰✨ Why Do Some Bollywood Celebrities Have Fewer Visible Stretch Marks After Pregnancy?

Stretch marks are very common during pregnancy and can happen to anyone—including celebrities. Genetics, skin elasticity, hormonal changes, and the amount/rate of weight gain all play a role.

💡 What can help support healthy skin during pregnancy?

🥗 Healthy, gradual weight gain
Pregnancy weight-gain targets should be individualized based on your pre-pregnancy BMI. Follow your gynecologist’s advice rather than trying to restrict weight gain.

🍗 Balanced nutrition & adequate protein
A nutritious pregnancy diet supports overall health and healthy skin.

💧 Keep your skin moisturised
Regular use of gentle moisturisers containing ingredients such as ceramides or hyaluronic acid can help maintain the skin barrier and hydration. However, moisturisers cannot guarantee prevention of stretch marks.

🚫 Avoid retinoids/retinol during pregnancy
Topical retinoids such as retinol, tretinoin, and adapalene are generally avoided during pregnancy because of potential fetal risk.

❤️ Remember: Stretch marks are a normal part of pregnancy and are not a sign that you did anything wrong.

✨ Healthy diet + healthy weight gain + moisturised skin + professional guidance

👩‍⚕️ For pregnancy-safe skincare, consult your dermatologist and gynecologist before starting any active ingredient or treatment.

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26/08/2026

👶🚫 One of the Products to Avoid for Newborn Baby Skin: Fragrance!

A newborn’s skin is delicate, sensitive, and still developing. Fragranced baby products may irritate the skin and can increase the risk of sensitization and allergic reactions.

🌸 Fragranced products may trigger:
• Skin irritation & dryness
• Redness and rashes
• Skin sensitization
• Flare-ups of conditions like eczema

💡 Baby skincare tip: Choose gentle, fragrance-free products whenever possible and avoid unnecessary products on your newborn’s sensitive skin.

👨‍⚕️ If your baby develops persistent redness, rash, dryness, or itching, consult a dermatologist or pediatrician for proper advice.

💙 Simple skincare is often the best skincare for newborns.

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24/08/2026

Ready to say goodbye to an unwanted tattoo? 🖤

Tattoo removal is a gradual process — the right laser, settings and number of sessions depend on your tattoo and your skin type.

In this video, a laser session is being performed at our clinic to gradually break down the tattoo pigment, allowing your body to clear it naturally over time.

✨ Multiple sessions may be required
✨ Results vary with tattoo colour, depth, size and skin type
✨ Individualised treatment is important, especially for Indian skin

**Considering tattoo removal? Book a consultation with us to understand the right treatment plan for you.**

📍 **DermaRx Hospital, Opposite HUDA colony, Chautala Road, Mandi Dabwali.
📞 **9876019640

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22/08/2026

✨ 5 Ways to Treat Dark Underarms & Underarm Pigmentation

Dark underarms can have different causes, so the right treatment depends on why the pigmentation is happening.

🔹 1. Hormonal & Metabolic Causes
PCOS/PCOD, insulin resistance, diabetes, weight gain, and lifestyle factors can contribute to pigmentation.
✅ Focus on healthy lifestyle changes and weight management.
✨ For remaining pigmentation, your dermatologist may recommend treatments such as chemical peels or lasers.

🔹 2. Pigmentation from Shaving or Wax Burns
Repeated irritation, shaving, or waxing burns can leave dark marks.
✅ Use appropriate skin-lightening ingredients under dermatological guidance.
✨ Chemical peels or laser treatments may be considered for persistent pigmentation.

🔹 3. Fungal or Bacterial Infection
If pigmentation is associated with infection, simply using a pigmentation cream may not be enough.
👨‍⚕️ Consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

🔹 4. Allergy or Irritation from Fragrance
Perfumes, deodorants, and fragranced products can irritate sensitive underarm skin.
🚫 Stop the suspected irritating product and switch to gentle, fragrance-free options.

🔹 5. Frequent Shaving
Repeated shaving can cause friction, irritation, and ingrown hairs, contributing to pigmentation.
✨ Laser hair reduction can be an option for reducing unwanted hair and repeated shaving-related irritation.

💡 Remember: There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for dark underarms. Identify the cause first, then treat the pigmentation.

👩‍⚕️ Consult a dermatologist for a personalized underarm pigmentation treatment plan.

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Healthy Skin Starts with the Right Diagnosis. 💙

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20/08/2026

✨ Dark Underarms? Don’t Ignore the Cause!

Dark underarms are common, but underarm pigmentation can have several different causes. It’s not always just a skincare issue.

🔹 1. Metabolic & Hormonal Causes
• PCOS/PCOD
• Diabetes or insulin resistance
• Weight gain

🔹 2. Infections
• Fungal infections
• Bacterial infections

🔹 3. Skin Conditions & Allergies
• Eczema
• Dermatitis
• Irritation or allergy from perfumes & deodorants

🔹 4. Friction & Irritation
• Repeated rubbing
• Frequent shaving
• Shaving without proper lubrication

⚠️ Important: Treating pigmentation without identifying the underlying cause may not give lasting results.

👩‍⚕️ If you’re dealing with dark underarms, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

🎥 Coming in our next video:
How to lighten dark underarms safely & effectively! ✨

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18/08/2026

⚠️ Can Salon & Barber Shop Instruments Spread Infections?

Have you ever thought about it? 🧐

If you’re getting a shave or grooming service at a local barber shop, contaminated or improperly sterilized instruments can increase the risk of infections.

🦠 Shared or contaminated instruments may potentially spread blood-borne infections such as:
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• HIV

🚨 Stay Safe:
✔️ Make sure blades are new and disposable
✔️ Ensure instruments are properly sterilized
✔️ Avoid sharing personal grooming tools
✔️ Consider carrying your basic grooming instruments when visiting a salon or barber

💙 Good hygiene today can help protect your health tomorrow.

If you notice warts, unusual skin changes, wounds, or signs of infection, consult a dermatologist for proper evaluation.

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16/08/2026

💍✨ Want Glowing Skin on Your Wedding Day? Start Planning Early!

Your wedding skin prep shouldn’t start just a few days before the big day. Different skin concerns need different timelines and treatment plans.

When should you start?

✨ Unwanted Hair: 6–8 months before
✨ Acne & Acne Scars: 4–6 months before
✨ Dullness & Pigmentation: Around 3 months before
✨ Stretch Marks: 4–6 months before

👰 Important Wedding-Day Tip:
Avoid starting new or aggressive skin treatments, facials, or makeup experiments close to your wedding. Follow your dermatologist’s advice on when to pause treatments—especially if your skin needs recovery time.

💡 The goal is healthy, naturally glowing skin—not last-minute experiments!

👩‍⚕️ Consult a dermatologist early to create a personalized pre-wedding skincare and treatment plan according to your skin type and concerns.

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✨ Start early. Treat smart. Glow confidently.

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14/08/2026

😂 When the patient trusts the staff more than the doctor!

Report dikhani si… par gal comedy te chali gayi! 🤣🏥

🎬 Just a fun clinic moment!

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12/08/2026

🤰✨ Pregnancy-Safe Skincare: Which Ingredients Can You Use?

In our last reel, we talked about skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy. Now let’s talk about some commonly used ingredients that may be considered suitable during pregnancy.

✅ Pregnancy-friendly skincare ingredients:

🌿 Niacinamide – Helps support the skin barrier, control excess oil, and improve uneven skin tone.

🍊 Vitamin C Serum – An antioxidant that helps brighten the skin and protect against environmental damage.

🧴 Salicylic Acid up to 2% – Low-strength topical salicylic acid may be used for acne in pregnancy, preferably after discussing it with your dermatologist.

✨ Benzoyl Peroxide – Commonly used for acne and breakouts. Use only as recommended by your dermatologist.

🌸 Azelaic Acid – A popular option for acne, pigmentation, and redness and is generally considered pregnancy-compatible.

⚠️ Remember: “Pregnancy-safe” doesn’t mean every product is right for everyone. Concentration, formulation, frequency of use, and your individual skin condition matter.

👩‍⚕️ Pregnant or planning pregnancy? Consult your dermatologist before starting any new active skincare ingredient.

💙 Safe skincare. Expert guidance. Healthy skin.

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Derma-Rx Hospital, Opposite HUDA Colony, Chautala Road
Mandi Dabwali
125104

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Monday 10am - 2pm
4pm - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 2pm
4pm - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
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