Kathmandu, April 16 -- Most of us rarely think about what the air is doing to our skin. We worry about sun exposure, diet and sleep, but the air itself, especially in cities like Kathmandu, is damaging our complexion every day. Pollution is not just an environmental issue; it is also a skin concern, and understanding how it affects the skin is the first step towards preventing its damage.

Dr Pramod Agrawal, a hair transplant surgeon and dermatologist with over 12 years of experience in hair and skin care, explains how polluted air affects your skin.

How does air pollution affect the skin at a biological level, and what role does oxidative stress play?

Pollution accelerates the ageing of the skin on many fronts. It emits particles of ha...