Ideally it is blemish-free, ie. without pigment or scars, soft and moist (not oily / not dehydrated) smooth and glowing, supple, firm and wrinkle-free.

Internal care of perfect complexion requires sensible diet, plenty of water, adequate sleep, moderate exercise and calm disposition.

Skin performs various functions. Apart from protection, 6 other vital functions are performed by the skin:

• Sub-cutaneous fat provides cushioning effect.
• Dry skin and acidic pH ward-off skin infections.
• Skin maintains body temperature, irrespective of temperature outside.
• Skin breathes, exhaling carbon-di-oxide.
• Skin maintains moisture-level of body by perspiration
• Sensation of pain, touch and temperature.

Dr. Kiran Godse Skin Specialist Laksh-Deep Hospital