Creative Desk

When Granny Gets Gorgeous! When silver years are called second innings, then why shouldn’t one give it a sincere try? The retired life must not be spent in loneliness and monotony but in doing something extra constructive and creative, even if it means to pushing the limits. Looking young and energetic is one such attempt. Senior women in their 60s and beyond are undergoing makeover sessions to revive the springtime in their extended winters. Ace plastic surgeon Dr. Rajat Gupta and consultant psychologist Sameera Sachdeva are in discussion with PRAMITA BOSE to share their insightful thoughts on this new-age granny makeover trend. Photo Credit: All pictures taken from Pexels.com Litmus Test for Healthy Skin When quizzed if a healthy, elastic skin, strong immunity levels and the overall health impact the outcomes of procedures like facelifts, breast augmentations or tummy tucks in 60 plus women, to that, Dr. Rajat Gupta replies that “of course a supple, soft and alabaster skin; a...

                                      Eye Drops Versus Reading Glasses Debate                                         Mumbai-based pharma company ENTOD Pharmaceuticals’ recent claim to replace reading glasses for those suffering the common age-related vision condition of presbyopia at 40 or above with its PresVu eye drop broached a sensitive topic revolving around vision. Earlier, the country’s apex drug regulatory agency DCGI (Drug Controller General of India) had approved the medicine on Sep 4 but the same was stayed by CDSCO ( Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation) on Sep 10 citing unauthorised promotions that raised the alarm about the product's safety and misuse. The medical community was quick to react to this development. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons BY PRAMITA BOSE In light of t...

WHO Raises the Alarm About Monkeypox! The spike in the rate of monkeypox cases, more popularly known as mpox, is pushing the panic button for the medical community across the globe. This is looming as a second prospective threat on the health map post the COVID-19 era, which saw the world reeling under a pandemic only in the recent past. Whether the planet awaits another global viral emergency to grapple with or not, only time will tell. As of now, medics, health experts and healthcare personnel are keeping close tabs on the prevalent situation. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons By PRAMITA BOSE Many countries including India are on high alert to combat any unwarranted exigency. From prepping with diagnostic PCR test kits, reserving beds to quarantine patients if suspected to carry the virus or else found infected with the disease to thoroughly screening passengers arriving from international flights— the concerned authorities are leaving no stone unturned to remain well-equipped for chec...

    Cupping Therapy Leaves a Mark With Effective Remedy Cupping therapy, also known as horn treatment or Hijama in Arabic, is a kind of suction or vacuum therapy wherein specialised cups are placed on the skin surface of the patient to inflate the underlying tissue. This, in turn, spurts the blood flow to the affected areas, thus helping remove toxins or impurities from the body tissues and organs to provide cure. Cupping therapist Hr. Imranali Sayed and physiotherapist Dr. Chinmoy Medhi talk us through this ancient practice that is grabbing attention of late. By PRAMITA BOSE Cups of substance: ·    Dry cupping is performed with several materials like animal horns, glass, bamboo, porcelain, silicone, neoprene or synthetic rubber, PVC plastic and disposable plastic cups. ·     Whereas wet cupping also requires a suction gun or machine, surgical blade, tissue paper, cotton, oil, etc. Teeming benefits: ·      Merits of cupping therapy...

  Talc Talk   In the department of makeup and grooming, talc or talcum powder is considered a key ingredient. However, the same is allegedly found to contain cancerous elements like asbestos, which is a serious cause for concern. Skin experts and cosmetologists weigh in. BY PRAMITA BOSE In hot and humid summers, when you rub a puff of talcum powder from your compact on your face, it lifts your mood immediately with its fragrance. The skin feels plain when you further pat it dry. Also, it freshens you up once you spray its stark white snowy amorphous particles on your body. But did you know that this seemingly innocuous talc reportedly has carcinogenic elements in it which could induce ill effects on your health?   Deadly Talc   Talc has become a key ingredient in our makeup routine over time. Almost all cosmetics include an element of talc right from bronzer, blusher, eye shadow, foundation, mascara, lipstick, face and body powder to even dry shampoo because...