The Journal

Skin & Hair Library

Dermatology, hair and aesthetic concerns explained clearly by Dr. Suparna Das and The Happy Skin Tales team.

Consultation room at The Happy Skin Tales, where hair loss is assessed before PRP or GFC treatment is considered

HAIR & SCALP·3 October 2026·7 min read

PRP vs GFC for Hair Loss: What’s the Difference?

PRP and GFC are both used in hair-restoration treatment, but they are prepared differently. Understand how they differ and why the right treatment starts with diagnosing the cause of hair loss.

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Procedure suite at The Happy Skin Tales, where acne scar treatments such as resurfacing and laser procedures are performed

ACNE & SCARS·3 October 2026·8 min read

Acne Marks vs Acne Scars: Know What You’re Actually Treating

A brown or red patch left after a pimple is not the same as a true acne scar. Understand the difference, the common scar types, and why each needs a different treatment approach.

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What you will find here

The library is written for patients, not for other doctors. Each article explains one concern in plain language: what causes it, what the treatment options actually do, and what a dermatologist weighs before recommending one.

Hair & scalp — hair fall, thinning, pattern hair loss, PRP and GFC, scalp conditions
Acne & scarring — active breakouts, hormonal acne, marks and scar revision
Pigmentation & tone — melasma, dark spots, tanning and dullness
Lasers & aesthetics — what each technology does, and who it suits
Skincare basics — routines, actives, sunscreen and what the evidence supports

New articles are published twice a month.

Articles here are written and medically reviewed by Dr. Suparna Das, MBBS, MD Dermatology. They are intended for general education and do not replace an individual consultation, diagnosis or treatment.