Delhi's Air Quality: A Silent Threat to Skin Health
2 months ago

Delhi's Air Quality: A Silent Threat to Skin Health

Hindustan Times  

Delhi's air quality has reached 300, posing health concerns. The second stage of the GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan) has been implemented in the Capital, banning the use of coal and firewood. Experts warn that exposure to air pollution can wreak havoc on the skin, leading to dryness, irritation, premature wrinkles, fine lines, and increased pigmentation. To protect the skin, one should use a gentle cleanser, a hydrating moisturizer, and a broad-spectrum sunscreen with high SPF daily. Additionally, drinking plenty of water, eating a healthy diet, and avoiding excessive exposure to pollution are recommended.

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How poor air quality doubles the risk of severe skin disease
4 weeks, 1 day ago

How poor air quality doubles the risk of severe skin disease

India Today  

Air pollution doesn't just impact our lungs, it also poses a serious threat to skin health. Recent studies have linked poor air quality, indicated by a high Air Quality Index, to a doubling of the risk of psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition. "Poor air quality has far-reaching effects on overall health, particularly skin health," Dr. Rashmi Aderao, dermatology consultant at …

Delhi AQI alert: Can pollution affect skin? Doctor warns of psoriasis, acne, atopic dermatitis
1 month ago

Delhi AQI alert: Can pollution affect skin? Doctor warns of psoriasis, acne, atopic dermatitis

Hindustan Times  

Delhi’s air pollution is hitting alarming highs each day, with most stations recording severe category. In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr. Gunjan Verma, Consultant – Dermatology, Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi, pointed out its effect on skin. Air pollution can trigger conditions such as acne, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis. Air pollution’s effect on skin: “The pollutants can enter the skin …

Doctor reveals air pollution’s worst effect on health, warns: 'If your exposure is more than 4 hours...’
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1 month ago

Doctor reveals air pollution’s worst effect on health, warns: 'If your exposure is more than 4 hours...’

Hindustan Times  

The state of air pollution in Delhi is getting more concerning by the day. According to Central Pollution Control Board, multiple stations of Delhi crossed the ‘severe plus’ category of AQI and neared 500 by Monday morning. These features were always present in extremes of ages such as children and elderly, but over the recent years, because of high pollution …

Delhi-NCR air pollution: What is AQI and how does a high AQI of 500 affect your health in the long run?
1 month ago

Delhi-NCR air pollution: What is AQI and how does a high AQI of 500 affect your health in the long run?

Hindustan Times  

As citizens of Delhi woke up today, they did not expect to be breathing in air that would be equivalent to smoking 49.02 cigarettes every day. When the AQI exceeds 100, air quality can begin to affect sensitive groups, and above 200, it poses serious health risks for the general population. Additionally, long-term exposure to polluted air can cause chronic …

As Delhi chokes due to severe AQI, Ixigo CEO slams residents for not wearing masks
1 month, 1 week ago

As Delhi chokes due to severe AQI, Ixigo CEO slams residents for not wearing masks

India Today  

As New Delhi grappled with dangerously high levels of air pollution, Ixigo co-founder and CEO Aloke Bajpai criticised residents for not wearing masks. This week, Delhi's air quality hit ‘severe’ levels, with the Air Quality Index soaring to 432 on Thursday morning and 409 on Friday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. In his post, Bajpai shared his frustration, …

Diwali air pollution: What can you do to stay healthy amid Delhi's ‘very poor’ AQI? Check these 8 tips
1 year, 1 month ago

Diwali air pollution: What can you do to stay healthy amid Delhi's ‘very poor’ AQI? Check these 8 tips

Hindustan Times  

Delhi on Monday saw a surge in pollution levels and a thick layer of smog returned to the capital after residents flouted the ban on firecrackers on Diwali night. The city's overall air quality index stood at 301 at 10 am, continuing to remain in the ‘very poor’ category - while some areas recorded even worse air quality such as …

Understanding The Impact Of Air Pollution On Your Skin, Experts Share Views
1 year, 1 month ago

Understanding The Impact Of Air Pollution On Your Skin, Experts Share Views

News 18  

Air pollution can not only take a toll on your health but can have a rather terrible impact on your hair and skin. Dr. Ajita Bagai Kakkar, Associate Director – Dermatology, Lasers and Aesthetic Medicines, Max Multi Speciality Centre, Panchsheel Park, says, “Smog, smoke, and pollution all can cause damage to the skin just like sun exposure does. Dr. D …

Skin issues in pollution season? 10 tips to protect your skin from toxins
1 year, 1 month ago

Skin issues in pollution season? 10 tips to protect your skin from toxins

Hindustan Times  

One of the crucial organs that bear the brunt of deteriorating air quality is our skin being the first line of protection against environmental toxins. Use of natural ingredients like triphala, ashwagandha, amla, giloy and Vitamin C can immensely help as they are rich in antioxidants and improve skin's ability to deal with toxins. Use of natural ingredients like triphala, …

Tips to prevent severe skin damage amid poor AQI
2 years, 1 month ago

Tips to prevent severe skin damage amid poor AQI

Hindustan Times  

The number of persons who are afflicted by these air pollutants has significantly increased along with the increase in air pollution across the national capital region in India's New Delhi. When a person is exposed to any external environmental variables, such as pollution, their skin serves as the body's outermost barrier and is their first line of defence but various …

A guide to protect your skin from pollution
2 years, 1 month ago

A guide to protect your skin from pollution

India TV News  

If you live in Delhi, you are probably aware of the rising pollution levels in the city. Exposure to high levels of air pollutants for an extended period or repeatedly may cause serious harm to your skin. As Delhi continues to get engulfed in smog with the air quality approaching a hazardous level, the harmful pollutants in the air may …

Why is Pollution Rising At Such An Alarming Rate In Delhi And How Can You Take Preventive Measures
2 years, 1 month ago

Why is Pollution Rising At Such An Alarming Rate In Delhi And How Can You Take Preventive Measures

News 18  

Every year, winter brings a significant drop in the Air Quality Index in Delhi and its surrounding territories. India’s national capital already comes into the list of urban agglomerations that have extremely toxic air, according to Observer Research Foundation’s Air Pollution in Delhi: Filling the Policy Gaps report. Top Showsha Video The weather conditions also play an essential role in …

Delhi: Air quality dips to ‘severe’. Dos and don’ts to avoid falling ill
2 years, 1 month ago

Delhi: Air quality dips to ‘severe’. Dos and don’ts to avoid falling ill

Live Mint  

Delhi's air pollution has been a looming problem especially during winters when increasing number of people report chest infection and other lung disease. The Air Quality Index in Delhi dipped to ‘severe’ category on Thursday morning. The smoke in the air due to industrialization and farm fires when merged with fog, especially in winter create smog that comes with a …

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