We many not notice it, but kids are watching our every move. Every time we yell in road rage or swear when the internet goes off, they are internalizing our behavior. This is true in every aspect of our lives, including going green. As parents, teaching our kids to go green is a big responsibility. […]
15 Eco Friendly Christmas Gifts Under Rs.1000/-
“Let us keep Christmas beautiful without a thought of greed.” As soon as we see December approaching, our first thoughts are about the tree and decorating it. But right after that another thought strikes – gifts! Of course, the image of the Christmas tree isn’t complete without a pile of gifts underneath it, and the […]
10 DIY Christmas Trees you can Make without a Tree!
“The Christmas tree is a symbol of love, not money.” As soon as you reach mid-November, the stores and streets are all bright and lit – with Christmas trees! Dark green branches peep out from shiny baubles and cute figurines, resulting in a sight for sore eyes. 10 DIY Christmas Trees you can Make […]
20 DIY Christmas Ornaments to make with your Kids
One of the most enjoyable parts of Christmas decorating has got to be, without a doubt, the tree! It’s the perfect opportunity for the whole family to get together. For the rest of the season, the decorated tree is a reminder of what we can achieve when we work together! If you are a DIY […]
10 Easy Ways to Decorate your Home this Diwali in 2020
Diwali is no ordinary festival. In most homes, it involves a complete overhaul, with deep cleaning and in some cases, repainting too. And then comes the decoration part! There are so many ways to decorate your home for Diwali that you can be confused about where to start. But if you’re on a tight budget, […]
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 […]
10 Unique and Colorful Dessert Recipes for Diwali that you Must Try this 2020
Making and eating sweets for Diwali or any other festival is nothing new; we’ve been doing it for ages and continue to do so. Gulab Jamuns, Kalakand, Burfi, Katli, Kheer, Phirni – these are common names we hear around festival time and sweet shops and kitchens are brimming with them. While that is all very […]
8 Reasons a Head Massage is Good for You
There’s something incredibly relaxing about a massage, isn’t there? You can almost feel all the tension and knots melting away, whether it’s a shoulder massage or a foot massage. And this is particularly true of a nice, strong head massage. And when it’s an Indian head massage, it’ll take you to another level altogether! So […]
15 Ways to Celebrate an Eco-Friendly Ganesh Chathurthi
Few festivals in India can match the gaiety and enthusiasm of a Ganesh Utsav! Also known as Ganesh Chathurthi, this festival celebrates the elephant-headed deity, Ganesh. While this festival is celebrated differently in different regions, the most ardent celebration is seen in Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai. Ganesh Chathurthi is a ten day festival, where idols […]
Monsoon Hair Care Tips to Keep your Hair Safe and Protected
“Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby.” ~ Langston Hughes Those are some beautiful words, aren’t they? It’s all songs and games till the rain actually lands on your hair. Then it’s not so much a kiss as an […]
The Ideal Skin Care Routine for Summer
The onset of hot weather brings about a complete change in lifestyle. You change your clothes, your eating habits and probably even your workout. So why does your poor skin have to bear with the same old routine? Treat the biggest organ of your body with a brand new skin care routine for summer! Why […]
7 Natural Remedies for Hair Growth
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ask any woman and she’ll tell you the biggest heart break that happened in her life – when her once-luscious hair became thin and worn! Our crowning glory may be made of dead cells, but it changes a lot during a lifetime. Estrogen and progesterone do affect hair growth, which is why the most significant changes are observed […]
10 All Natural DIY Gifts for Valentine’s Day
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] With Valentine’s Day not too far away, it’s only natural that you’ve started thinking about gifts. You’re probably tired of the cliched chocolates and teddy bears – we know we are! So this year, let’s think different – and save the planet in the process! Here are 10 all natural DIY gifts for Valentine’s […]
Top Benefits of Scalp Exfoliation and DIY Scalp Scrubs
For any woman, her hair occupies pride of place in her heart, and she is forever on the lookout for better ways to get shinier, healthier tresses. But in this search for perfect hair, we often forget its origin – the scalp! It’s only when we are faced with the embarrassing prospect of scratching our […]
7 Ways to keep Bugs Away from your Home this Monsoon
With the rains come in the bugs, mosquitoes and flies. With the dampness in the air, it is pretty much a breeding ground for bugs and insects to spread the infection. Instead of opting for the chemical laden solutions available in the market, we’ve listed 7 natural ways to keep bugs away from your home […]
5 DIY Green Cleaning Recipes that Really Work
Have you ever stepped into a sparkling clean bathroom and felt nauseous? It was probably due to the chemical vapors that still prevailed in the air long after the cleaning was actually done. That’s how powerful commercial cleaning agents are, due to their high chemical content. It’s no wonder then, that people around the world […]
5 Simple Things to do Everyday for Great Skin this Year
We’re well into the New Year and hopefully making progress with our resolutions! It’s quite likely that your resolution has something or the other to do with working out, eating healthy and looking trim and toned. While all that attention to your body is great, don’t forget your skin! The largest organ of our body […]
De-stress with Aromatherapy – {Green Living}
“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 […]
6 Immunity Boosting Soups for Winter
It’s cold on the outside and everyone’s looking for ways to stay warm. And when you think about warming foods there’s one thing that comes to mind instantly – soups! Soups are easy to make, are frugal and great for weight loss. But soups are useful for much more than warming you on a cold […]
6 DIY Lip Balms for Soft Lips this Winter
“The thrill of your kiss is heavenly blessed Your tender caress I could never express Soft lips I love you so soft lips don’t ever go” This song by Hank Thompson is what most of us will be singing to our lips too – “Soft lips, don’t go”!! After all, winters are notorious for dry, chapped […]
7 Creative and Budget-friendly Gift Wrap Ideas
‘Tis the season for hot cocoa, warm blankets, decorated trees and of course, beautifully wrapped gifts! These days most people are trying to make festivals more about the spirit of giving and gratitude, rather than blatant commercialism. The result is an awareness for more DIY gifts, or green gifts that are easy on the environment. […]
7 Healthy Dessert Recipes for the Festive Season
Festivals mean fun, frolic and food, and desserts are an integral part of a festive meal! But if you’ve been eating healthy all this time, you don’t want a celebration to derail your efforts! So enjoy the festive season and feast on sweet treats, which is easy to do when they’re healthy too! Here are […]
7 Tips to Prepare your Home for the Cold Season
Waking up early morning is getting harder every day, isn’t it? Well when you’re all curled up under a warm blanket, it can be hard to crawl out of it and face the early morning chill! At the risk of sounding like a Game of Thrones fan, I’d say that this is probably the best […]
5 DIY Face Masks for Glowing Skin this Festive Season
The festive season is here and everyone’s in a good mood! But if you’ve been working extra-hard without enough rest, the fatigue is bound to show up on your skin. But don’t worry; you’re just in time to turn things around with some DIY face masks for glowing skin! So raid your kitchen to whip […]
4 Eco friendly gifting options this season
This year, let’s try making another person happy with our gifts – Mother Earth! Yes, choosing eco friendly gifting options with some thought and a tiny bit of extra effort, can make you give out ‘green’ gifts that aren’t too hard on the environment or your pocket. If you’ve read our last post, you’ll know that […]
10 Budget Friendly Gift Ideas for the Festive Season
We’ve all heard that when it comes to gifts, it’s the thought that counts. After all, giving a gift is just a way to show our love for our friends and family members. As Richard Bach said, “Every gift from a friend is a wish for your happiness.” When we put in a little effort […]
10 Festive Decor Ideas on a Budget
Most of us follow a seasonal schedule when it comes to de- cluttering or decorating our homes. We usually do this around spring and winter, or around our favorite time of the year – festivals! Festivals are a time to take a break from the normal routine of school-work-more work and sit back, catch up […]
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 DIY Face Packs for Common Skin Problems
When it comes to beauty treatments, the face is often at the top of everyone’s list. After all, it’s what everyone look at first! And for this very reason, facial skin problems are also what worry most people, and the fact that we all have different skin types and live in different weather conditions complicates things. […]
10 Monsoon Health Tips for Babies
It is a well known fact that the arrival of the monsoons also means the start of illnesses, ranging from a basic cold to serious conditions like dengue. And if adults become more vulnerable to these during the rains, the risk is much higher for babies, whose immune systems are still developing. Besides, babies get […]