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 […]
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10 Best Natural Body Scrubs in India
You’re the kind of person who compromises on nothing when it comes to skin care. You use a skin-friendly shower gel and stay away from harsh soaps. You use a body butter/lotion/cream suited to your skin after every shower. You wear sunscreen on all exposed body parts and avoid the harsh sun. Despite all this, […]
11 reasons why moms are choosing cloth diapers
With more parents becoming aware of the hazards caused by diapers, there is a slow but sure move towards choosing cloth diapers as an option. Whether this going to affect the industry of use and throw diapers is what time will tell, but for now an increasing number of millennial’s are choosing to reuse and […]
The Ultimate Green Living Hamper for 2019
It’s a brand new year and a great opportunity to start afresh! I know most of you have made your New Year resolutions and I sure hope they include things more than losing 10 kg! It’s been lovely hearing about some goals people have made this year – coloring a page every day, mastering a […]
8 Natural Remedies for Sinusitis Relief
As the weather changes, the sniffles and sneezes you hear around you tend to increase. And this is a fact; as the weather changes, the body takes some time to adjust, during which period we experience a temporary lowering of our immunity. While the common cold and flu are seen the most around this season, […]
Zoe one day detox review
Now that I am done with the binging of Diwali sweets, it’s time for a detox! I have been using the Zoe one day detox kits for a while now and I managed to lose 4 kilos and not gain it back the first time I did a detox for 3 weeks. Things happened, I got […]
11 Reasons to Use Shampoo Bar Soap
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Of late, with everyone opting for greener ways of living. My introduction to shampoo bar was a decade ago, with a brand that was laden with chemicals. Lush shampoo bars were my introduction to solid shampoos. Honestly, shampoo bars are not the first option one makes, but when you make that switch there really […]
Tips for healthy skin this monsoon
While monsoon does bring relief from the scorching heat, it also can be a problem for skin and hair. The increased levels of humidity can wreak havoc if you do not follow a good skin care regime for monsoon. If you have been worried about skin care this monsoon, then you should be bookmarking this post. […]
4 Ayurvedic Herbal Water recipes you must try at home
Ayurvedic Herbal Water recipes or infused waters is one of the recommended ways to cure ailments, boost immunity levels and keep yourself hydrated. Ayurveda allows one to use readily available ingredients at home to feel better. With summer settling in fast, you may just want to look up these Ayurvedic Herbal Waters recipes or infused water recipes […]
Best Toilet Seat Sanitizers in India
Imagine encountering a restroom like this. Sometimes, you have to go and you have no choice. What do you do? The good news is that you can muster up the courage to use it if you are armed with one of the best toilet seat sanitizers in India. Now, let’s get some stats. In a […]
5 Health Benefits of Millets : From Weight Loss To Stronger Bones
Ask people about the most eaten foods in India, pat comes the reply, wheat, rice and pulses. Yes, these food grains are an intrinsic part of our lives, but there are healthier options out there. Have you heard of millets? Are you aware of the health benefits of millets? The first time I was served […]
Herbal Strategi Cleaner Kit Review
Herbal Strategi has taken the best of ingredients in their range of herbal cleaning products that are 100% natural, biodegradable and free from toxins. Herbal Strategi Cleaner Kit includes everything you need to keep your home clean and fresh. If you have read my last post, you will know about the common toxins in chemical […]
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 […]
5 Health Benefits of Drinking Water in a Copper Vessel
My first recollection of a large copper filter was at my grandmother’s home along with neatly lined copper glasses on the shelf. Back then, what was a norm was somewhere lost as life sped by. Fancy cutlery and less expensive products made way into the houses. Sometime last year, I chanced upon an antique looking […]
15 best natural tan removal products in India in 2021
**** This post has been updated on 26th May 2021. **** A sun tan is one of the very common problems we face in the summer. With a variety of products, all claiming to be the best tan removal products, choosing the right one can get very tricky. However, the good news is that there […]
Health benefits of jaggery – 7 reasons to include it in your diet now!
Gud, Bellam, Vellam, Sharkara, Bella or Gul – varied names, but the same ingredient that is packed with the most amazing health benefits. Did you know about the amazing health benefits of jaggery? In one of my recent visits to Punjab, I was introduced to jaggery again. I had seen them in the local shops […]
8 tips for effective winter skin care
Winter can be drying. My skin woes aggravate in winters; from dry lips, to an itchy scalp and dry skin, I have it all. You need a winter skin care regime that will nourish your skin making it soft and supple. Cold weather and low humidity levels result in the dry winter air, steals the moisture […]
12 Recommended Products of MamaEarth
Sometime last year, I followed the journey of a brand as it launched. MamaEarth, started with a small range of skin and hair care products targetted at moms and babies. I took notice of the brand mainly because they promoted actively a range for new moms which was missing in the market. In this blog […]
9 Recipes for Infused Water
Now that we’re done and dusted with the festive season, its time to detox! After the binging and extra servings, you need to go a little easy on yourself and your body too. One of the best ways to detox and flush out toxins is by drinking water. And when you infuse it, you are […]
5 Immunity boosting foods for monsoons
The rains are pouring incessantly and yes I have been waiting to soak in some sunshine. So have been the boys. And then this is also the season when my boys fall ill the most. A niggling cough and cold, fever and more. Yes, we love playing in the rains but children with stronger immunity […]
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 […]
Essential oils for monsoon + Giveaway!
Yes, I love my essential oils and I always end up buying more that what I can use! With the monsoon setting in, it is important to keep your home insect and bug free. When you use the right essential oils for monsoon, it helps to keep your home bug and insect free. These essential […]
10 Tips for a safe and healthy Holi
Holi is just around the corner, one of the most vibrant festivals that we celebrate. Get out the colours, pails of water, water balloons and more! The aftermath of Holi can be terrible if you have not taken any tips for a safe and healthy Holi. Your skin is more sensitive than you think and […]
5 Best places for experiential dining in Pune
With the hectic schedule that keeps us all on the go during the week, it is but natural to indulge in some pampering over the weekend. Some good food, a little bit of travel along with some adventure, is the perfect way to unwind and relax. Food satiates the hunger and the travel satiates the […]
Easy Ways to Detox after Diwali {Staying Healthy}
Now that Diwali is over, your body needs a break from not just from the eating binge, but also from the pollution that you may have been exposed to. Seriously, Diwali got with it loads of binge eating. Yes, it was fun, but I can’t shake away the feeling of lethargy, feeling bloated and of course […]
How to make Kashaya {Food, Health}
I feel the chill setting in with the rains that don’t stop at all. I crave for something warm to drink all the time. My search led me to a drink I had heard about often, but never really tasted it. I got about making this drink today and I have to say that not […]
Burst of Happyness – Product Review {+ A Give Away}
*** GIVE AWAY CLOSED & WINNER ANNOUNCED *** Last month I spoke about yet another awesome brand, Burst of Happyness and I was super happy to have written about it in the Brand Focus section. And as I mentioned in my post, I picked up and was also sent a major haul of the products […]
How to make Lotion Bars at Home {DIY, Skin Care}
I am beginning to love working with a variety of oils and butters. In my first attempt, I made a soothing balm for headache relief that I quite love using. Today I decided to make some more varieties and I ended up making two body lotion bars – lavender and orange. I have used body […]
Natural skin care tips for gorgeous skin {DIY, Skin Care}
What does it take to have healthy, glowing and gorgeous skin? The right make up? The right skin care regime? Or just a natural approach to skin care? I’ve never been blessed with gorgeous skin. My search for some good tips often ended up getting conflicting results and I was always confused about the right […]
Organic Skin Care by Rustic Art {Product Review}
A long overdue review! I received a Rustic Art hamper from the GrennGood store for a competition that I had participated. It comprised of a face wash, body wash and the superb pre-shampoo deep conditioner. For a very long time I have been hoping that Rustic Art launched more products. They do have a fab […]