It’s the monsoon and with the relentless rains, I am least enthusiastic about stepping outside the house. I’d rather settle down on my favourite couch, sipping some coffee and reading a book. So when I did just that, and as I tucked my feet I realised that I was overdue for a pedicure. Errr… the […]
Monsoon tips for you! {DIY, Skin Care}
The monsoon has set in, while the rains are quite welcome, there are days when you can’t escape that humidity because of the lashing rains. You end up feeling all icky and sticky through the monsoons. Here are some tips that you can use to keep your skin feeling fresh, soft and glowing this monsoon. […]
Home made facial cleansers {DIY, Skin Care}
Cleansing is an important routine that one needs to follow to keep your skin healthy and glowing. I am yet to find a cleanser that suits my skin, so what I typically do is create my own cleansers depending on what is available in my kitchen. Here are some absolutely easy to make cleansers that […]
4 tips for awesome feet this summer
I recently read this article in a magazine on quick tips for good feet this summer. I realised that I followed the same regime and let me share it with you. Tans on the feet look bad! When you wear shoes that do not cover your feet completely, you are exposing the feet for a […]
DIY masks and scrubs {DIY, Skin Care}
I was browsing the net last month in search of some good masks and scrubs that I could make at home and I found loads of them! Here are some that I tried out, some worked for me and some did not. These are simple and easy to make scrubs that really do not involve […]
Getting rid of the dark circles naturally {DIY, Skin Care}
Post delivery, I have these dark circles under the eyes that are threatening to be a permanent fixture. The causes for dark circles can range from lack of sleep, fatigue, lack of nourishment to stress, age or allergies. Whatever the reasons may be, dark circles do not really look great! I am not a user […]
Five foods that can make your skin glow {Staying Healthy}
This post has not been written by me, but I loved its content, so I decided to share it. I chanced upon it while browsing through the web. Here is a list of five foods that guarantee to make your skin glow! 1. Green tea for acne-free skin : This wonder drink is full of antioxidants, […]
Summer skin care
The summer is back! And it is harsher than ever. I have to put up with two boys who refuse to step out from the house because they fear that there may be no AC where they go! No matter of cajoling , prodding, bribing or threatening gets them out of their room. We also […]
Scrubs for the summer
Come summers and the body gets dehydrated. Over the past few years, I have used some scrubs especially in the summers. Over the past few years, I have researched on the web and jotted down some really some really excellent scrubs that one can use in the shower. Since I have a combination skin and […]
Masks at Home {DIY, Skin Care}
When you are a mother to twins, you can actually wave a goodbye to any time for yourself, maybe that explains why I manage to get a facial once a year at a nice salon. Till I get to visit the salon, I need to depend on the quick fixes at home. While the Omved […]
DIY masks for blemishes {DIY, Skin Care}
I’ve always had pigmentation and blemishes, but post-pregnancy, these just increased. Quite often, I’d be seen with skin that wasn’t really worth describing. Of course erratic sleep hours, taking care of my twins and a diet that was not really great took its toll on me and it showed on my face. I browsed the web, saw […]
Battling Dandruff
If there is something that has troubled me all through winters, summers and the rainy season, it surely is a dry and flaky scalp. The dandruff sets in almost as soon as the season changes. Over the years, I’ve browsed the net and come across some excellent masks and remedies that help me get rid […]
DIY masks and scrub {DIY, Skin Care}
Rather than concentrating on one fruit, I decided to write about a mix of masks and a scrub that can be made at home. Let’s look at ingredients that are readily available at home and you don’t need to step out and buy anything. Let’s look at sugar. A spoonful or two in a cup […]
Skin care with apples
An apple a day may keep the doctor away and make your skin glow! Research suggests that apples may reduce the risk of colon cancer, prostate cancer and lung cancer. Compared to many other fruits and vegetables, apples contain relatively low amounts of vitamin C, but are a rich source of other antioxidant compounds. The fiber content, while less than in most other fruits, helps […]
DIY packs and masks with Papaya
Papaya fruit is a rich source of nutrients such as provitamin A carotenoids, vitamin C, B vitamins, dietary minerals and dietary fiber. Papaya skin, pulp and seeds also contain a variety of phytochemicals, including polyphenols. The ripe fruit of the papaya is usually eaten raw, with or without skin or seeds. ( from Wiki) While it is healthy fruit to eat, you can […]
DIY Cleansers and Face Packs with Grapes
Its the season for grapes! Grapes are rich in antioxidants, Vitamin C and B6, and thiamin. The good news is that not only can you eat it to your heart’s content but also use it to make some excellent cleansers and masks. I’m listing for you some very simple and absolutely easy to make cleansers and masks. […]
Pack (ed) {DIY, Skin Care}
Here are some packs for your hands 1. Honey and butter : To keep your hands soft and glowing take 1 tsbp of honey and 1 tsp of butter. Mix these two ingredients with a fork or a mini beater till it blends well. Apply this mix on your hands and keep it on for about […]
Some tips for the winter.
With the winter chills setting in, it is important to keep your skin moisturised all the time. Here are some tips that you can use to keep the dryness at bay. 1. Rice and sesame scrub : Soak equal amounts of uncooked rice and sesame seeds in water for about 4 hours. Grind this into […]
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