Common Skin Concerns & Root Causes

The monsoon season is tough on our feet, making them prone to fungal infections like athlete's foot. I recommend wearing open footwear, washing and drying feet thoroughly, and using an antifungal powder as a preventive measure to keep your feet healthy.

Open pores can be caused by oily skin, dehydration, or loss of collagen in mature skin. The solution depends on the cause. Niacinamide helps oily skin, hyaluronic acid helps dry skin, and retinol or peptides are great for mature skin.

If you have small white or black spots on your shoulders, chest, or back, you might have a fungal infection called Pityriasis versicolor. It's caused by a microbiome imbalance and can be treated with an antifungal body wash. It may recur in humid seasons.

Those little "hangy things" on your neck are not warts, they are skin tags. They are often linked to genetics and insulin resistance. Removal is simple with radiofrequency or cryotherapy, but addressing the internal cause is key to preventing them from coming back.

Improving your hydration is a key step in under-eye care. Drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day is just as important as moisturizing. Sun damage, caffeine, and alcohol can make eyelid problems worse, so it's best to avoid them.

Allergies that cause itchy eyes can lead to microtears, stretching, and wrinkles in the delicate under-eye area. Treating your allergies is an important step in preventing dark circles and maintaining healthy skin around the eyes.

This is my dermatologist's guide to preventing and treating dark circles. From lifestyle changes to targeted treatments, understanding the cause is the first step to achieving brighter, healthier-looking eyes.

I recommend investing in science-backed under-eye creams. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid to moisturize, peptides to strengthen the skin and prevent puffiness, and green tea or caffeine to de-puff by constricting capillaries.

Don't forget to apply sunscreen around your eyes. This delicate area is often missed, but it's crucial for preventing sun damage that leads to wrinkles and pigmentation. I recommend an SPF 50+ with broad-spectrum protection.