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Science vs. Gimmicks: Real Answers for Hair and Skin

byGurjot Singh Marwah3 clinics across Mumbai (Andheri West & Bandra West)Starts from₹45 per graftView full gallery

I’m a dermatologist who values proven results over marketing hype. Let's separate the biological reality of hair and skin health from the endless industry noise.

Don't fall for the marketing around expensive supplements like oral collagen when a healthy diet provides the necessary protein for your hair. In this clip, I explain why I challenge companies on their claims and why I always prioritize science-backed, holistic hair health over fads.

About Science vs. Gimmicks

Your stomach acids break down oral collagen into simple amino acids, making it biologically impossible for it to selectively 'build' skin collagen. I consistently advise patients to stop spending their money on these marketing gimmicks and focus on their actual nutritional protein intake instead, which is what your hair and skin actually need.

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Gurjot Singh Marwah

3 clinics across Mumbai (Andheri West & Bandra West)Starts from ₹45 per graft

I’m a board-certified dermatologist, but clinic life is where my heart is. I don't care about selling fads; I care about you walking out of my Andheri or Bandra clinic with the right treatment plan and zero confusion.

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