Revitalize Your Skin During Monsoons!

Monsoon is a refreshing season giving you a break from the summer heat. However, as the showers pour high, you many notice some uneasiness with the skin. The skin behaves a little strange and is often unstable; it suddenly gets oily and then turns dry and dehydrated. Hence it is necessary that you properly take care of your skin during this season in order to look and feel healthy during the rains. The change in the weather has a direct impact on the skin, which makes a good maintenance regime very important.

During the monsoons, we tend to ignore our skin as we believe that the sun’s heat is not scorching enough and so we don’t use sunscreen. Due to increased humidity we do not feel it necessary to moisturize our skin.  However, skin care is critical in monsoons too. Summer is the season when our skin cells grow. So by the time monsoon begins, there are piles of dead layers of skin that need to be taken care of.

With the monsoon making a splash and the humidity playing havoc, you need something to make your skin sparkle this season. Aqua Radiance with Vitamin Infusion, a revolutionary service that infuses vitamins deep into the skin, promises to give your skin a well-deserved treat this season. This service complemented with a proper skincare regime would be the ideal recipe to keep your skin radiant and glowing, in this weather.

This service uses the revolutionary JET aviation technology which is the latest in the world. This unique device directs a stream of saturated micro-droplets of air and water which oxygenate, exfoliate, hydrate and rejuvenate the skin, giving fabulous results. It is like a high pressure washing of your skin with oxygen and saline which allows deep cleansing of the pore. The jet spray technology operates at super high speeds exfoliating it and deeply infusing nutrient supplements, vitamins and minerals into the skin, nourishing it with all the goodness it requires! For the first time, you can deep nourish your skin with nutrients, minerals and vitamins A, B6, C and E, as deep as 4.5mm into the skin without even touching your skin! Our experts choose the right vitamin suited to your skin to ensure your skin is healthy.  That's what makes this service so much more effective at exfoliating, hydrating and rejuvenating than other superficial care. The service enhances blood microcirculation and induces relaxation. The experience is cooling and energizing and leaves your skin looking and feeling sparkling clean and remarkably refreshed for days!

If you are looking for a wonderful and easy way to keep your skin looking fresh and radiant till the end of the season, here are a few tips to follow by Dr. Sangeeta Amladi - Head Medical Services at Kaya Skin Clinic.

                                      

Daily Skin and Hair Care for Monsoon season

·      Good and effective cleansing using a soap free cleanser is recommended. You could also use a gentle scrub (with uniform mild beads) once a day

·     Cleansing should be followed by toning using an alcohol free toner, since increased humidity could open up your pores

·      Use a sunscreen even on a cloudy day since the harmful UV radiations are capable of penetrating the clouds

·     Use a light lotion-based moisturizer or serum with a lightening agent as well as lactic acid – this will gently rehydrate your skin and also brighten it up

·         Avoid heavy makeup and use waterproof make up when necessary

·       Remember to nourish your skin from the inside, too - eat salads blanched in boiling water to disinfect them, vegetable soup which will keep you warm and healthy and drink the usual 8-10 glasses of water. Your skin is always thirstier than you are!

Care of Feet

·         Effective cleansing of feet is very important as they would be exposed to lot of grime and muck

·         Do not forget to completely dry your feet so as to prevent fungal infections

·         Avoid wearing boots as these would hold water for a longer duration, creating a soggy environment for your feet

·       Effective cleansing of the insides of your nails using an orange stick dipped in hydrogen-peroxide would help prevent nail infections

·        A home pedicure can be done once a week.  This would consist of soaking feet in warm water to which you can add 3-4 drops of antiseptic liquid, for 15-20 minutes, followed by cleansing the inside of the nails with orange stick dipped in hydrogen peroxide and scrubbing the feet with foot scraper. Complete the pedicure by applying a light glycerin based moisturizer

·      When you go for pedicure to a beautician, ensure that the instruments used are sterilized/ cleansed with disinfectants, or if possible use your personal instruments. Also instruct your aesthetician to avoid pushing the cuticles as toe nail fungal infections are very common in monsoons

Hair

·        Good and effective cleansing using a volumising shampoo, twice or thrice a week as the hair tends to go limp in this season

·         Post-shampoo use a volumising conditioner, once a week or as required

·         If you need to blow dry your hair, apply a leave-on conditioner prior to it

·        Avoid excess application of styling products, as this could make your hair very greasy due to increased humidity

·         Do not tie-up wet hair

·         Oiling once a week would help

·         Food for hair – milk and milk products, nuts, soya products

Perfectly Pouty Or Lusciously Full?

Have you always dreamed of having luscious lips like Kim Kardashian or pouty lips like Angelina Jolie?  Kaya Skin Clinic recently launched a revolutionary lip enhancement service which can actually help you choose the lips you have always wanted.

For the first time in India, Kaya brings to you Juvederm XC, a US FDA approved smooth gel filler that has the power to make your lips into that perfect pair you have always wanted. Formulated with Lidocaine, it is the only dermal filler in India, which offers an almost ouch-less experience and gives smooth, natural looking results which last up to 12 months. It also has anti-ageing benefits and can be effectively used to smoothen unwanted facial wrinkles, making you look fresher and younger.

Kaya Skin Clinic can now help you get absolutely kissable and head-turning lips in a matter of minutes. This new lip enhancement service gives results which appear natural, and are seen immediately.

Speaking on the launch of Juvederm XC, Dr. Sangeeta Amladi, Head-Medical Services, Kaya Skin Clinic said, “Young, healthy-looking skin contains an abundance of a naturally hydrating substance called hyaluronic acid (HA), which keeps the skin soft and supple. But as you age, sunlight and other factors can reduce the amount of HA in your skin which causes it to lose structure and volume, creating unwanted facial wrinkles and folds - like those lines around your mouth. Juvederm XC refills the HA found in our skin, making it look smoother and fuller. When used for enhancing lips, it can give the desired shape and volume in just 25 minutes.”

SMS LIPS to 54646 and get a chance to experience Juvederm XC at Kaya Skin Clinic.

This Summer, Have Hair-Free Skin!

With summer just around the corner, everyone is looking for the least tiresome way to have smooth, soft, hair- free skin. Imagine never having to check your arms/underarms/legs/upperlip for hair again! Our Permanent Hairfree service has given more than 1,00,000 women across the country the freedom from waxing unwanted hair forever. It is a simple and pain-free process that can be used on any part of the body, so you can confidently wear what your heart desires always. 

Here are a few reasons why you should check out our hairfree services:

1. Laser hair reduction is the most efficient and permanent way to get rid of unwanted hair. The laser light beams are absorbed by the dark colour (melanin) of the hair and works on the hair roots (follicles) without harming the surrounding skin. This stops further hair growth. Since hair follicles grow and re-grow in a cycle, only growing hair are affected in a single session, thus multiple sessions are required to ensure optimum results. 

2. Laser hair reduction is low maintenance. After a course of 6 to 8 sessions every 6 weeks, most people only need a maintenance treatment every six months to remove stray hairs.

3. You will see UPTO 90% reduction in hair growth and a majority of our clients see this reduction within just 4 to 6 sessions of the service.

4. When you use laser hair reduction, you don’t have any of those awkward, in- between stages with hair growth, so you have beautiful, silky, smooth skin all the time.

5. Since laser hair reduction is a more permanent solution, you save money on hair removal treatments in the long run.

6. Not only are the results long lasting, but with Kaya Skin Clinic’s latest laser technology, laser hair reduction is a pain- free and comfortable process. Kaya uses 3 technologies for this service. ND-YAG which is the most effective ON DARK HAIR and safest on Indian skin; PAINFREE TECHOLOGY which best suited for big body parts and the revolutionary SELECTIF pro, which works on one hair at a time, hence suitable for permanently removing few hair strands on the ear, chin, around tattoo, mole, eyebrow shaping. This technology is also absolutely painless and can be used on Grey and bleached hair!

*Painless technology and Selectif is available only in select clinics in India.

7. Unlike other hair removal treatments, laser hair reduction does not cause any harm to your skin. On the contrary, this service makes your skin smoother and can help decrease pigmentation and ingrowth.

8. Most areas of the body respond well to this treatment, making it perfect for hard to reach or delicate areas like the face, bikini line, underarms, backs and legs and arms. With our full body option, you can be completely hair free from head to toe (with an exception of the eye area). The most popular areas for women include upper lip, chin, underarms, bikini line, and arms and legs. The most popular areas for men include the back of the neck, underarms, back, chest, and abdomen.

9. At Kaya Skin Clinic, we guarantee you a safe and regulated laser hair reduction service. Only trained practitioners are allowed to carry out the service in a hygienic method and environment. Our technology is the safest in the world and is USFDA approved.

10. Most hair removal treatments are old fashioned and not designed for comfort, but the lasers used for hair reduction are fitted with cooling systems to provide additional skin protection, making laser hair removal a more relaxed experience.

11. Many professional athletes like cyclists and swimmers use laser hair removal, it is a popular service chosen by both men and women.

Permanent Laser Hair Reduction is popular among men and women because it is a safe, pain- free, permanent and cost efficient service for most areas of the body.

Gift your Mom the joy of Glowing, Radiant skin at Kaya Skin Clinic!

Kaya understands that nothing makes you happier than seeing your mom glow! This Mother’s Day, pamper your mom at Kaya Skin Clinic, as we have on offer a range of products and services designed for this special occasion, which will leave her skin feeling fresh on this special day.

For the occasion, Kaya has other special offers on products which are in the range of Rs 1180 to Rs. 2330, as given below:

·        Check out the Forever Young Essentials- Basic package which includes the Daily Use Sunscreen & Revive and Firm. This combination of two products is available at a 20% discount at Rs 1180 (instead of Rs 1480

·        One can also opt for the Forever Young Essentials- Regular package, wherein if you buy a Soothing Cleansing Gel & a Revive and Firm, you get a Daily Use Sunscreen worth Rs. 680 complimentary. This combination of three products is available at Rs 1350 (instead of Rs 2030  )

·        The Forever Young Essentials includes a Soothing Cleansing Gel, Revitalizing Tonic & Revive and Firm – everything your mom needs to get that glow and feel younger than ever. Along with this package, you will get a complimentary Daily Moisturizing Sunscreen which is worth Rs 780. This combination of 4 products is available at Rs 1800 (instead of Rs 2580)

·        Gift your mom the Fairness System Package which includes the Fairness Cleanser, Fairness Day Cream and Fairness Night Cream. The Fairness System follows a holistic approach towards ensuring healthy skin and long term skin clarity. Along with the combination of these products, you cam treat her to a complimentary Everyday Radiance service which is worth Rs 2000. This combination of 3 products and the service is for Rs 2330 (instead of Rs 4330)

So this Mother’s Day, gift your Mom glowing and radiant designer skin at Kaya Skin Clinic.

This offer is available at all Kaya Clinics across the country until May 15, 2011.

It's Time For 'Mission Beauty'!

Kaya Skin Clinic truly believes that every woman has the right to look her beautiful best. This April, while the temperatures soar and the summer is at its peak, the world-renowned chain of skin clinics is on a mission to make every woman’s skin flawless! Whether you are a stressed office-goer or a busy home-maker, a mother or a student, someone with problem skin or gorgeous skin; Kaya invites you to be a part of Mission Beauty this month so we can make you look even more beautiful than you already are!

Kaya has some irresistible and skin-titillating offers all of this month, to help you in your mission to make your skin look radiant and feel healthy. Experience some of our best skin beauty services like the popular Everyday Radiance and the newly introduced Aqua Radiance service at Rs 990 only. Just for the month of April, all products and packages will be available at a discount of upto 30 per cent.

To experience the magic of nature’s basic elements, opt for Aqua Radiance, which will revitalize your skin and keep you looking glowing and radiant. Kaya Skin Clinic’s brand new state-of-the-art service is suitable for all skin types and improves the appearance and texture of your skin, making it look fresh, cool and radiant. This technology is exclusive to Kaya in India.

Your skin needs that extra exfoliation, nourishment and hydration in summer, which a superficial facial cannot offer. Everyday Radiance not only removes dead skin through exfoliation but also hydrates and nourishes your skin from deep within, so that your skin looks radiant not just occasionally, but everyday.

If you are looking for a solution for wrinkles on your skin, you can get 20 per cent off on our anti-ageing services. If you have a skin concern and need the counsel of our expert dermatologists, you can walk in and experience a service at a discount of 20 per cent off. After all, you can’t let wrinkles get in your way. If you spend more than Rs 1000 on your favorite Kaya products, you get 20% off on your purchase! So stock up on our must-have sunscreens and cleansers and make the most of this offer!

So, join us in this mission to make your skin flawless!

So before you take a dip into the pool or hit the beach this summer, book an appointment at your nearest Kaya Skin Clinic and take advantage of this never-before offer! Revive, Refresh and pamper yourself this April at Kaya Skin Clinic.  

To book an appointment- SMS SKIN to 54646 or call 1800 209 5292 or visit www.kayaclinic.com

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Skin & Hair Tips for Holi!

Holi, the festival of colors and easily one of the most fun-filled and lively festivals is just around the corner. It's an occasion that brings in joy, music and dance, and, of course, lots of bright colors to everyone's home. There is no festival more vibrant, colorful and exhilarating than Holi. However, Holi brings with it the added risk of chemically synthesized colors which are extremely harmful to one's skin and hair. The need to ensure that extra care is taken to protect the skin and hair is very important so you can truly celebrate the occasion in radiant style.

Dr. Sangeeta Amladi- Head- Medical Services, Kaya Skin Clinic gives you a few tips to follow to ensure the glow on your face and sheen in your hair;

Skin care

Skin care is extremely crucial. The different colors used during Holi can lead to contact allergic dermatitis. One should apply a barrier cream or coconut oil on the skin prior to playing with these colors during Holi as this also helps protect the skin. However, if the colors irritate the skin, it should be immediately washed away with ample water and then a moisturizer or local soothing agent like calamine lotion should be applied. These colors make your skin dry hence adequate hydration by means of ample water intake and/or use of a moisturizer after cleansing is extremely important. The cleanser should be one for 'sensitive' skin. Applying oil over arms, legs, and especially elbows and knees can protect from dryness.

It goes without saying that one should be extremely careful that the colors do not go into the eyes, nose, ears and mouth.

Nail care

·       Apply vaseline under and around your nails, feet, elbows and behind your ears -- all the areas that are usually neglected.

Eye care

·       If a water balloon hits you near or on the eyes, rinse immediately with water. Do the same if at any time the colour affects your eyes.

·       If irritation persists or in case of bleeding, cover with a clean cloth or cotton and visit a doctor as soon as possible. Rubbing or massaging the eye is an absolute no-no!

Hair care

Hair can turn brittle and extremely dry if color remains in it for a long time. This is due to the harmful chemicals present in the colours that we enjoy throwing and squirting on each other so much; it is therefore advisable to oil your hair the night before. A gentle shampoo containing sodium laureth sulphate to cleanse followed by a protective conditioner can restore your hair to its healthy state. It is recommended to also wear a cap or a dupatta to further protect your hair.

 WHAT KAYA CAN DO FOR YOU?

To make this Holi even more safe and special, Kaya has a special “Holi Skin Essentials” product offering  which includes our Sensitive range of products and Nourishing Shampoo at an exclusive 'Holi' special price of Rs 1350 (as against Rs 1600) which includes:

ï     Sensitive Cleanser

ï     Sensitive Sunscreen

ï     Nourishing Shampoo

To make your Holi truly colorful:

· Most dry colours are safe, but avoid glittery ones. They contain silica particles that can abrade your skin.

· Avoid metallic colours, like gold and silver.

· Use water-soluble colours and stay away from "permanent" colours because they contain cheap dyes that cause reactions.

 · Make your own natural colors.

We hope these tips will help you have a great Holi!

This March, Kaya Skin Clinic brings to you ‘Summer Joy’!

Now you can tease the sun with your glowing summer skin! 

The summer is back and its time to flaunt those cute little dresses and shorts while you hit the beach or soak in the sun by the pool. It is however important to be sun safe and skin smart before you bare your skin in the sweltering summer heat. Being the experts in skin care and understanding the needs of Indian skin, Kaya Skin Clinic has launched ‘Summer Joy’ - a range of services and product offerings, which will make your skin, look its best this March!

Dr. Sangeeta Amladi, Head-Medical, Kaya Skin Clinic, said “Our country has a tropical climate most of the year. Even before the mercury rises during summers there is need to take extra special care of your skin. The heat, humidity and harsh sun can play havoc causing tanning, pigmentation and sun burns. The skin gets oiler during summer which leads to acne breakouts. Prickly heat and fungal infections aren’t uncommon during this season either. In addition to following the basic daily skin care regime of cleansing, toning and moisturizing religiously, one must also be careful about the food and water intake. And of course, sunscreen is totally non-negotiable.”

Speaking on the new offerings, Dr. Amladi, adds, “We have introduced ‘Summer Joy’ specials, which will enhance one’s basic daily skin care routine and help enjoy flawless and glowing skin all through the season. The new special packages have been specially designed to tackle the problems of Indian skin for this extremely tricky season in which skin damage can have long term effects.”

‘Summer Joy’ Specials

To make sure your face is fresh, smooth and oil-free throughout summer, Kaya has introduced Oil Control Facial Services. Everyday Radiance and Aqua Radiance both with Oil Control Formula help reduce and control oiliness and tanning effectively and also exfoliate dead, lifeless skin. These special services also hydrate and moisturize the skin from deep within, for a fresh and radiant look.

As you get ready to get into your favorite summer attire and flaunt your skin this summer, make sure it is smooth and completely hair-free. Get rid of unwanted hair on the arms, legs, underarms and even your face with our special summer hair-free packages.

The humidity in the summer is typically accompanied with sweat and discomfort. Keep your underarms dry and hair free this summer with Kaya’s Hyperhidrosis and Underarm Hair Free package.

You can also choose from our range of Anti-Tan solutions to lighten your underarms, knees, elbows, back or arms and to get rid of the tan acquired during a perfect beach vacation at a special discount.

Make sure your skin is well-armed before you step into the skin with Kaya’s special summer products! Choose from our range of sunscreens, cleansers and acne solutions which are available at a special discount this March. Also check out Kaya’s newly launched Sweat-proof and waterproof sunscreen which will keep your skin well-protected for up to 8 hours- an ideal product to carry and use, for a swim or on the beach!

So dress to kill this summer with glowing and radiant skin!  

Follow these mantras by Dr. Sangeeta Amladi, Medical-Head, Kaya Ltd and bask in summer glory!

Cleanse the skin:

í      The skin sweats more in summer leading to increased dirt and grime. Try to wash the face with plain cool water every few hours

í      Cleansing is also of utmost importance, in order for grime and other pollutants to be removed completely from the skin.  Kaya’s Soothing Cleaning Gel helps in deep cleansing without stripping away essential natural oils.  It also makes the skin look and feel fresh after use.

Toning and moisturizing the skin:

í      Toning helps to tighten the pores and prevents spots and pimples.  It is recommended as a part of one’s nightly skincare routine, after the face has been cleansed.  In intense heat, one can refresh the skin even several times a day with a chilled skin tonic, such as Kaya’s Daily Care Revitalizing Tonic

í      A must for healthy summer skin is to drink at least eight glasses of water a day.  Staying adequately hydrated flushes out the toxins and keeps the skin looking fresh

í      If the skin is dry to normal or stressed out by constant exposure to air conditioning make sure you apply moisturizer to the skin before heading out. Otherwise apply the moisturizer at night before bed time on a clean face

Use sun protection:

í      For Indian skin use a broad spectrum sunscreen with both UVA and UVB protection and at least SPF 15.  If on vacation or outdoors, usage of sunscreen with SPF 30 is highly recommended.  SPF only measures UVB protection and not UVA; hence one should look for a sunscreen that also provides UVA protection.  It takes about 15-20 minutes for any sunscreen to give out complete protection, so apply it at least 20 minutes before stepping out in the sun. The product should be reapplied every 3-4 hours, if one is outdoors for long periods of time.  Kaya’s Sweat-Proof Sunscreen- SPF 30 effectively combats the harsh effects of the sun for up to 8 hours

í      The sun’s rays are the strongest between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. so it is advisable to limit exposure to the sun as much as possible, during these hours

í      Use sunglasses to protect your eyes. Try using an umbrella when you go out in sun. This will protect your skin and your hair

í      Indian skin, especially the lips are prone to darkening and pigmentation. Do use a lip balm with sunscreen to prevent darkening.

Exfoliate your skin:

í      At the start of the summer exfoliate your skin at least once a week to remove all dead cells and flakes left over from the winter. Exfoliate gently using micro beads as opposed to harsh exfoliation with larger beads as this can injure the skin and make it sun sensitive. After about 4– 6 weekly exfoliations, bring it down to once in 2 weeks in the summer

Shower tips:

í      A cool water shower cools the body and skin temperature and retains oils and moisture in the skin. Don’t dry the skin roughly with towel. Gently pat it dry. Do leave some moisture on the skin so that when you apply the moisturizer the skin can absorb it fully and seal it in.

í      Try and catch a shower twice a day, to feel cool and refreshed

Summer Diet Tips

í      A light summer diet is recommended, to keep one feeling fresh and hydrated all season long.  Foods rich in Vitamin A aid in protecting the skin from the sun.  Foods with abundant Vitamin C help in repairing sun-damaged skin.  These vitamins can be found in vegetables and fruit including carrots, papaya, black grapes, and green leafy vegetables

í      Water, freshly squeezed fruit juices, fresh lime water or soda, and light summer salads loaded with plenty of vegetables and fruit are all part of an ideal summer diet    

í      Don’t forget to drink at least 2 litres of water every day!

The summer is back! And its time to flaunt those cute little dresses and shorts while you hit the beach or soak in the sun by the pool! Kaya Skin Clinic presents “SUMMER JOY” – a range of offerings which will help you be Sun Safe and Skin Smart this March!