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The Alf Nova Journal

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Dermatologist-written guides on skincare, hair restoration and laser treatments — straight from our clinic in Hiranandani Powai.

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Real answers to the questions our patients ask us most — written by the doctors who treat them.

Laser hair removal sessions guide Laser

How Many Laser Hair Removal Sessions Do You Really Need?

The honest answer depends on hair cycle, area and skin tone. Here's the realistic session count our patients see, and why "one session forever" is a myth worth ignoring.

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PRP and GFC hair therapy Hair

PRP vs GFC for Hair Fall: What's the Real Difference?

Both use your own blood to fight hair fall — but the science, cost and results differ more than most clinics admit. Here's how our trichologists decide which one to recommend.

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Botox and dermal fillers guide Aesthetic

Botox at 25 vs Botox at 45: Does Age Change the Approach?

Preventive Botox is trending, but the dosage, placement and goals shift completely with age. We explain what changes — and what should never change regardless of your birth year.

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Acne scar treatment options Skincare

Acne Scars: Why Home Remedies Stop Working After a Point

Ice cubes and lemon juice can fade temporary marks, but textured, pitted scarring needs a different category of treatment entirely. Here's where the line actually is.

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Laser treatment myths debunked Laser

5 Laser Treatment Myths That Are Stopping You From Booking

"It's painful." "It causes cancer." "It doesn't work on dark skin." We address the five myths we hear most often, with the actual clinical answer behind each one.

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Hair fall causes and treatment Hair

Is Your Hair Fall Seasonal or a Sign of Something Else?

Shedding more strands in monsoon is normal — up to a point. Learn the simple at-home checks that tell you whether it's seasonal shedding or early-stage hair thinning.

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