a)" Skin is the mirror of internal disorders"
b) "Prevention is better than cure"
c) "Health and skin care is more important than wealth"
d) "Earlier the diagnosis better the prognosis"
e) "Better late than never"
f) "Time and tide waits for none" so act now All of the above dictums are very true and you know them very well-

Your Dermatologist can diagnose several serious and life threatening internal diseases such as internal cancer, Diabetes, Hypertension, Liver disorders much before symptoms of the disease from examination of your skin, hair and nails and from established so called cutaneous markers of systemic disorders as Dr.Avanti always quotes Skin is the only mirror of our internal body systems. She can make you look younger, can arrest and delay external aging and many cases turn the clock back and revert your external aging. Skin cancer can be "spot and stop" is diagnosed early. Health and skin care is in more than any fashion in new milenium. Take care of health and skin care. Here are few health and skin care tips from your Dermatologist -

1. Periodic self examination of your skin, hair and nails if any abnormality found please report to your dermatologist without any delay.
2. Avoid sun and use good non comedogenic, hypoallergenic and oil free sun screen agents when in sun
3.Use good cleanser and body wash to clean entire body every day which can cleanse your skin from deep pores.
4. Eat lots of fiber in your diet and take anti oxidants vitamins called anti aging Vitamin A, C, E and Q 10 coenzyme etc. every day under supervision of your doctor.
5. Drink plenty of water
6. Do regular exercise, (Before starting exercise have fitness test from your doctor), lots of walking, sports and atleast 20 mins of daily exercise’s is essential. Good social public interaction is very important and please Do NOT be lonely and do not isolate yourself, as isolation can have a great psychological impact on you.
7. Dont be over weight. Obesity is a disease. Don't carry this extra baggage or else you will pay big price for this extra baggage. It is predisposed to several diseases like heart disease, Diabetes, Hypertension and arthritis etc.Your legs have to carry this extra baggage and your heart has to pump more blood to extra tissue.
8. Use low potency alpha hydroxy acid 10%(My favorite Glycol acid) EVERY DAY under supervision of your dermatologist to rejuvenate your skin.
9. Have periodic office peel procedure done by your dermatologist who can use high potency glycolic acid or any other peel for face and body.
10. Get rid of cellulite by massage and vacuum device applied on body skin to move the fat and make it smooth contour.
11. Get your moles checked regularly by Dermatologist
12. Have healthy food rich in vitamins and proteins. Avoid high calorie food. Sugar and fried cholesterol containing should be avoided.
13. Have regular health check as early detection of any disease can save you from lots of trouble.
14. I discourage self medication .Consult your doctor .
15. Avoid stressful situations as Anxiety and depression can have serious adverse effect on all the systems of body including your skin and you will have frowning and bad expression on face which no body likes. Your skin will reflect what you are from inside.
16. Have all protective vaccine .Discuss with your doctor
17. Say no to drugs
18. No pre marital and extra marital sex .Serious life threatening diseases can be transmitted .Condom is not fully safe it can give only 50% protection. Abstinence is the only prevention.
19. Consult your dermatologist even if your skin is spotless as Dr.Avanti says always “Beautiful skin is not something to be taken for granted- It is NOT an accident!! ” and take advise how to prevent skin diseases and how to delay aging skin.

WAYS TO KEEP SKIN HEALTHY Diet: A well-balanced, regular diet along with adequate amount of water is all that you need. One must avoid the so-called junk food, too much of starvation in the form of dieting & eating at odd irregular hours.

Exercise: About 30 minutes of aerobics, walking, jogging or cycling at least five times a week is essential for a healthy skin.

Sun Protection: UVA & UVB rays could be harsh on the skin & cause photo damage in the form of increased pigmentation, freckles, premature aging & even skin cancers. Those with normal to dry skin can use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. People with oily skin should use an umbrella or a wide brimmed hat for sun protection.

Local skin care: The surface of the skin contains oil, dead cells, sweat, grime, dirt, grease & pollutants. If this is not removed, the skin looks dull & flaky. Cleansing is an important part of skin care & can be done with simple soaps or cleansers. The skin should be washed at least twice a day with soap & warm water. Deodorant soaps with antiseptic agents are good for oily skin. Super fatted soaps or glycerin-based soaps are good for dry & normal skin. For the skin to look healthy & glowing, its uppermost layer called stratum corneum should contain more than 10% of the total water content of the body. Thus, comes the role of a moisturizer. People with dry to normal skin should use a moisturizer twice a day after cleansing. Those with oily skin should be careful & use an oil free moisturizer only once a day.

Lastly, be gentle on your skin. Do not use harsh cosmetics. If you have a skin problem, seek professional advice.

What is the role of diet ?

A well-balanced, regular diet along with adequate amount of water is all that you need. One must avoid the so-called junk food, too much of starvation in the form of dieting & eating at odd irregular hours.

What is the role of exercise ?

About 30 minutes of aerobics, walking, jogging or cycling at least five times a week is essential for a healthy skin.

What is the role of sun protection ?

UVA & UVB rays could be harsh on the skin & cause photo damage in the form of increased pigmentation, freckles, premature aging & even skin cancers. Those with normal to dry skin can use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. People with oily skin should use an umbrella or a wide brimmed hat for sun protection.

What is the role of local skin care ?

The surface of the skin contains oil, dead cells, sweat, grime, dirt, grease & pollutants. If this is not removed, the skin looks dull & flaky. Cleansing is an important part of skin care & can be done with simple soaps or cleansers. The skin should be washed at least twice a day with soap & warm water. Deodorant soaps with antiseptic agents are good for oily skin. Super fatted soaps or glycerin-based soaps are good for dry & normal skin. For the skin to look healthy & glowing, its uppermost layer called stratum corneum should contain more than 10% of the total water content of the body. Thus, comes the role of a moisturizer. People with dry to normal skin should use a moisturizer twice a day after cleansing. Those with oily skin should be careful & use an oil free moisturizer only once a day.