Shahnaz Husain is the pioneer of herbal care in India where herbal beauty care today is fashioned after the treatments and products devised by her. With a crusader’s zeal she has taken the Indian herbal heritage to every corner of the globe, achieving unprecedented international acclaim. Today, she heads the largest organization of its kind in the world, with an integrated system of more than 400 franchise clinics in India and abroad, supported by ranges of Ayurvedic formulations. She has been in the business for 32 years.

Q: I am 24 years old & my problem is sign of high pegmentation on my face, it look very ugly. My skin is normal. Please suggest me the normal way to remove that sign. ( but not the way of surgery )

A: For dark pigmented areas, you should apply a sunscreen before going out in the sun. Mix rice flour with yogurt and apply it on the dark areas, rubbing gently and washing off with water. You can also apply Shafair once daily on the dark areas. At night, apply Shablem on the dark areas by rubbing it into the skin and leaving it on all night.

Q: I am 32 yrs old, I get blackheads & sometimes acene develops, specially on my side face, neck. then they leave black-brown spots after they are dried out, I am worried about it, Please give me the best solution through natural remedy, also how to get rid of blackheads & sometimes this acene gives me pain if I touch it, What should , I do? thank-you Megha

A: You need to use medicated and specialized products to control acne. Use a medicated soap or cleanser twice a day. We recommend Shazema for acne conditions. It should be used morning and night to wash the face. Wipe the skin with Sharose 2 or 3 times a day. For blackheads, mix Shagrain with Sharose and rub the mixture gently on the areas with blackheads. But, DO NOT rub it on pimples or acne. At night, after cleansing with Shazema, apply Shaclear only on the pimples and acne, even on the painful eruptions and leave on all night. Apply Shablem on the areas with dark marks by rubbing it into the skin and leaving on all night. As a home remedy, you can apply curd on the entire face and wash it off after 20 minutes. Drink at least 8 glasses of water. Avoid fried foods, rich gravies, too many sweets and cola drinks. Include fresh fruits, raw salads, sprouts and curd in your daily diet. Ask your doctor to prescribe Vitamin B-Complex supplements.

Q: Dear Sir, I am 24 yrs old have been suffering from Acne since 12. I have a lot of pimples and scars and also facial hair. Have tried herbal remedies, homeopathy, antibiotics and now even OC pills...Nothing is helping. Could u advise me what to do? My mum and sis have excellent skin. My parents have had bad acne in teenage hood but then now they have absolutely flawless. I am getting married in Aug and want to look good as a bride. I was thinking of Laser for the facial hair n acne. I have no idea where to go or what to do. Could you pls advise me. If possible send me the names of well known laser clinics too in Mumbai.

A: It is not possible to provide names of laser clinics in Mumbai. You will have to make your own enquiries and find a reputed clinic. However, you can try specialized products for acne. You can contact our franchise clinics on the following numbers for clinical acne treatment and products:

Q: I am a 16 year old girl but after waxing I have started getting acne or minute boils like stuff on my hands and legs also it appears like I have got blackheads like stuff near my knees pls pls pls suggest a cure.

A: Your skin may be sensitive. Also, you should have waxing done at a reputed beauty salon, which maintains basic hygiene. You can apply a powder containing sandalwood, or sandalwood paste on the boils on the hands and legs. For blackheads on the knees, mix rice flour with curd and rub the mixture on the blackheads (NOT on the boils) and wash off.

Q: I have dark circles from nose till cheeks... I have consoled aal good dermatologist & they are saying I m suffering from per orbital Melanesia & all the dermatologist has said it to me it is not curable... at present I'm applying melalite-15 cream

A: I would suggest you continue treatment under a dermatologist. In such cases, topical medication is given. You could ask your doctor if you should take Vitamins C and E. For dark circles around eyes, you can try applying Shamilk on the area in the morning, washing off after 15 to 20 minutes. At night, apply Shasmooth and wipe off with moist cotton wool after 15 minutes. Also continue with the medication prescribed by the doctor.

Q: Hi, my question is what cream is good for my face, I have oil, & normal skin type. However, there are so many creams that come out but I don't know which brand is good, should it be the most expensive or in between price. Please, let me know. Thank You!

A: If your skin is normal to oily, you should not use any oily creams. You should cleanse the skin with a cleansing lotion which is meant for your skin type. Wipe the skin 2 or 3 times a day with a rose-based skin tonic like Sharose. During winter, if there is dryness, use a moisturising lotion. Before going out in the sun, use a sunscreen lotion. Use a mask for your skin type - 2 or 3 times a week.

Q: I have got pimples on my face (pus filled). pls guide how 2 remove them

A: You may be having an acne condition. You should wash your face with a medicated soap or cleanser like Shazema twice a day. Wipe skin with Sharose. Once a day, mix Shaclove with Shaderm and apply only on the pimples. At night after cleansing, apply Shaclear only on the pimples and leave on.

Q: Dear Sir My name is Jack Morhan. I am going to be 20 this year. The problem that i am facing is my age and my Height does not match. my height is 5ft2inch. And it looks very ugly to me. For the pass 2 years i have tried my best to get a good height but nothings working. My Elder Brother is very tall , my sister is tall. Mom And Dad too. I have tried many excursive for the past 2 years. Like Every day I stretched my self 5 times a day. I go to Jim regularly too. I eat and drink well. But no result seen so far. Dear Sir can u please help me with this. My girlfriend is taller then me and my friends says that I don't match with her. Dear Sir. I don't wont to lose her either. She also some times get sad when her friends try to say such things about my height Hope to here from you soon.

A: I have heard that the inventor of Gravity Boots increased his height by 2 to 3 inches from when he was 20, it might be worth a try. But I will tell you this, your height is not the problem, it is your "friends", ask them to stop saying negative things about you if they are really friends they will stop, if they don't they are not real friends and you should find some new ones.

Q: Can you please help me with institutes offering hairstyling courses or do u have one ?

A: Yes, hairdressing and styling is included in our Diploma Course. You can also do advanced hair styling after completing the Diploma Course. You can contact our school on our Delhi phone number 011-26474338 or Fax number 011-26463903.

Q: I am a 22 yrs old female. I have a long face n wavy hair with lots of split ends. I usually get a step-cut done but I cannot leave my hair open. Can you  please suggest something which will help them make look straight n reduce split ends?

A: Split ends have to be cut off. Avoid using hair dryers and tying the hair with rubber bands, as this causes split ends too. Use a wide toothed comb only. After cutting them off, give your hair regular care with hot oil treatments and henna (once a week). Once the hair improves, you can get the hair cut in steps. Meanwhile, you can use an ornamental clip or scrunchies to tie back the hair.