“Nothing is more memorable than a smell. One scent can be unexpected, momentary and fleeting, yet conjure up a childhood summer beside a lake in the mountains.” -Diane Ackerman There is something about how our brain responds to smells. It can trigger memories, it can make us sneeze, it can put us off or it […]
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10 habits for self-love
“When you give joy to others, you get more joy in return. It would be best if you gave a good thought to happiness that you can give out.”— Eleanor Roosevelt. Often, we are caught in the web of life. Things happen. And we choose to put ourselves on the back burner. It happens to […]
How to reduce work stress – Self-care tips that work!
When you engage in self-care activities, it brings you joy and relieves stress, resulting in a healthy mental state and well-being. Work-related stress is something that everyone battles if they are in a work atmosphere that spews toxicity and harassment. How to reduce work stress – Self-care tips that work! Everyone who has worked […]
23 self care tips for 2023
And in the blink of an eye, one month of 2023 has just whooshed by. Every year I choose a word that I follow. My word for 2023 is self-care. Why did I select self-care? I needed to focus on my well-being and make myself accountable for my actions and life decisions. Self-care doesn’t come […]
Best body scrub in India in 2022
We’re well aware of all the skincare products that you can apply on your skin and we know what each product does for us. But do you know about the ideal products for your body? Well, if you’re like most of us, you most probably spend 99% of your time and energy on your face, […]
Your Complete Guide to Self Facial Massage
If you’ve ever had a facial at a beauty parlor, your favorite part is bound to be when the beautician massages your face all over with something that smells great. The combined effect of the aromatherapy from the product and the massage strokes can even put you to sleep! That is the magic of facial […]
How to Calm Anxiety: Stop feeling anxious right now.
I don’t quite recollect when anxiety became a part of my life. But what I comprehended was that it was there to stay. What seemed normal to get nervous about an important event or a presentation, slowly drifted to intense worrying over things that were beyond my control. Today, uncountable people live with anxiety disorders. […]
25+ Best Beauty and eco-friendly Gifts in 2020
Looking for some gifting this holiday season? How about some natural skin and hair care products and wellness products that your friends and family will truly love to use! I’ve collated 25+ Best Beauty and eco-friendly Gifts in 2020 that you can gift to your friends and family. The best part is that these won’t […]
Best face oils for your skin
Do you think it’s time to say goodbye to conventional moisturizers and embrace face oils? Face oils have a natural ability to hydrate and nourish a variety of skin types, but it is important to know which facial oil is the right one for you. I have switched over to using facial oils in my […]
8 best natural essential oils in India
It’s not easy to choose an essential oil. There are a lot of factors that go when you choose an essential oil. Essential oils have to be pure, made with natural oils and not fragrances. We have some of the best natural essential oils in India. I trust these brands and recommend them because I […]
Best natural products for blemishes in India
A blemish is any type of mark, spot, discoloration, or flaw that appears on the skin. Here are the common symptoms for face blemishes to look for – uneven skin tone, skin discoloration, itching or skin irritation. Blemished appear as brown or reddish patches on the skin that can cause the skin to get inflamed. In […]
Useful home remedies for brittle nails
With the lock-down in tow, there is zero time to pamper yourself. With the multiple chores to do, it us bound to affect your hands and nails. I don’t know about you, but my nails have become brittle. I began to search for some useful home remedies for brittle nails and I came across loads […]
5 best essential oils for kids
The best essential oils for kids yield a variety of benefits; right from supporting recovery from an illness to helping then to fitful nights sleep. Since the immunity system of kids is low, it’s best to opt for natural remedies rather than buy over the counter medicines to suppress the illness. Why essential oils? Today, […]
10 Healing Benefits of Eucalyptus Oil
If someone asked you about a medicinal plant, the first name to come to mind is most likely to be eucalyptus. That’s how ingrained the benefits of eucalyptus are in our minds! And there is a reason why the healing benefits of eucalyptus makes this also one of the frequently used essential oils. With eucalyptus […]
21 Vegetarian & Eco-Friendly Brands in India
It goes without saying that if you’re a woman, you have an array of personal care products. For your skin, you have, at the very least, a cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen, and for your hair, a shampoo and conditioner. This is the very basic, and then we have those specific products for our problem areas […]
11 Best Natural Night Creams in India
There was never a skin problem that a night cream couldn’t defeat! Gone are the days when night creams were to be used once you reached a ‘certain age’. People have now woken up to the immense benefits of treating your skin before hitting the pillow. There are many reasons for this: Your skin repairs […]
6 health benefits of cloves + DIY home remedies
Few spices can claim to be as versatile as the clove, having several uses in cuisine, medicine, beauty and the home. With a beautifully symmetric appearance and intense aroma, this is one spice that everyone in the world is familiar with. The characteristic smell and flavour is due to the chemical named eugenol. The flavour […]
15 Eco Friendly Diwali Gift Ideas Under Rs.1000/- for 2020
Diwali is nearly here and it’s quite likely that with all the festive prep underway, you’ve forgotten about the gifts! Yes, Diwali gifts are a big deal, and it’s one of the ways we show our love and appreciation for our friends and family members. But does that mean that you have to break […]
Diwali gift ideas
Diwali, the festival of lights is the perfect time to give to your loved ones. I think one of my major struggles would always be Diwali gift ideas, not knowing what to gift this festive season. Over the years I have experimented with Diwali gift ideas and have zeroed in to tried and tested options that add […]
Top 5 Organic Skincare Brands in India
My quest to discovering organic skincare brands in India started post the birth of my twin boys. In the quest to give them pure and natural products, I began to discover products for myself as well. There is a lot of green washing that happens today. Brands list their range of products as natural and […]
Ecotique review
If you have read my last post on Ecotique, you would have had a background about the products and the brand I am talking about. Ecotique is a brand that focuses on creating chemical free products that are good for your skin. When I used their products, they had a complete range on skin care […]
Ecotique products – Brand Focus
Discovering products that are in sync with what you love to let your audience know is always a delight. When I came across Ecotique products, I knew that this was a brand that I had to let you know about. I was introduced to these products early this year when my friend from Mumbai talked […]
4 Eco Friendly Gift Ideas for the Festive Season
There’s a reason we look forward to festivals – there’s lots of good food, you get to dress up and meet up with family and friends. But there’s another fun part to celebrating – gifts! Giving gifts are just as much (or more) delightful as receiving them, especially when they’re something that brings a smile […]
5 essential oils for the monsoon
With the rains come in a plethora of infections that range from a decrease in the immunity to a burst of viral infections and more. Ayurveda has long used essential oils in its treatments. There are a lot of essential oils that actually work wonders for you hair, skin and health specifically in the monsoons. […]
Shop for Diwali from Ecomart India
Have you geared up for the Diwali shopping as yet? I have been browsing through various stores looking for some awesome deals that will help me in gifting for the festive season. I have short listed some budget friendly gifts that you can choose to give to your friends and family this season. I have listed […]
Eco friendly Diwali – 8 ways to celebrate it
Diwali is one of the most important festivals that we celebrate. Needless to say that the preparations start well in advance with the cleaning and setting up the house for festivities. Sadly, Diwali is also one of the most pollution causing festivals. This year make a pact to celebrate an eco friendly Diwali. You can still […]
Omved – Pure Natural Living {Brand Focus}
Omved has always been the most special brand for me. My journey towards green living started with Omved because this was the first brand that introduced me to the concept of living well. Using products that are chemical free is something that I have begun to follow and yes, I also advocate it. Why? Because this is […]
Omved Foot Care Kit {Product Review}
The past month and a half has been pretty hectic for me. Moving homes, packing, unpacking, travelling and everything was taking its toll on me. From being ill to having body aches and pains, it was killing. My feet were the most affected and I longed for a good massage and some pampering. I knew […]
Burst Of Happyness {Brand Focus + Shopping Experience}
I had interacted with Shreya, the lovely lady behind the brand Burst Of Happyness sometime last year and we never got to take the association further. A lot of things were happening, our schedules were hectic and we finally connected again early this year! And I am glad that we connected because it allows me to introduce […]
Clean your home with Lemons {Green Living}
When was the last time that you ventured out of your comfort zone and tried to make some organic and natural cleaning solutions for your home? If you just peeked into the refrigerator, you would have at least two awesome ingredients that double up as natural cleaners for almost everything in your home. One of […]