How long does it take to grow hair 12 inches?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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Hair growth varies from person to person and depends on lot of factors like nutrition, hormones and genetics. But on an avg hair grows half inch per month.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Is Vaseline good for eczema?

Take precaution to use minimal quantity and only on dry skin

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I'm dealing with really itchy rashes on my feet and hands that started last night, and it's so bad I couldn't sleep. I've tried using ice compresses and even took a cetcip tablet, but nothing seems to be working. Now the rashes are also painful. What should I do next?

That could be Urticaria or fungal infection do not try to scratch them visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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I'm looking for alternatives to skin lightening creams that won't thin my facial skin or cause any redness. I want to steer clear of products containing steroids. Can you suggest any options that are safe and effective?

An alternative cream that does not contain steroids and is gentler on the skin is "Kojivit Plus Gel". It contains kojic acid, arbutin, and vitamin C which help in skin lightening without thinning the skin or causing redness. You can apply a thin layer of Kojivit Plus Gel on the affected areas of the face once at night.

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