Foods for a baby-soft skin!
Every woman seeks a genie in her bottle of lotion. Each time she opens it, she hopes to release the kindred spirit that will grant her eternal youth in the form of smooth, unblemished skin.
But how about unlocking youthful energy from within you?
Eat
Your skin will thank you if you incorporate the following into your diet:
Citrus fruits
Oranges and lemons are bursting with vitamin C, which aids cellular regeneration and repair.
Fish
It is anti-inflammatory and provides Omega-3 fatty acids, leaving you with a good skin tone.
Spinach
It contains lutein, which keeps your skin hydrated and younger looking.
Tomatoes
They are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. It is also believed to help prevent skin cancer.
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Yoghurt
It keeps your digestive system in shape, and your skin glowing with health.
Do: Since the appearance of your skin relies on supportive facial muscles, doing the following exercises every day will keep them toned and firm.
Eyes
Gently tone the muscles of your eyes by pressing two fingers on each side of your head, at the temples. Then open and close your eyes rapidly for 10 counts. Repeat this exercise three times.
Forehead
Frown as much as possible, try to get your eyebrows together and open your eyes wide-all at the same time. Repeat five times.
Neck and throat
Tilt your head back to look at the ceiling while keeping your lips pursed. Do a chewing movement for 20 counts and feel the muscles in your throat work. Repeat twice.
Lips
Purse your lips together and lift them up towards your nose. Hold for five counts. Repeat this exercise five times.
Cheeks
Maintain a relaxed smile; then suck in your cheeks onto your teeth. Hold for five counts. Repeat this exercise five times. |
| Apply tomato juice with a few drops of lime juice on your face for 20 minutes to close open pores.
A boar bristle brush is a wise investment for shiner, smoother hair
Give your hair a shine with a serum that contains dimethiconol, not dimethicone. The latter builds up and ends up drying out hair
Remove product residue from your hair by mixing 1 tbsp baking soda with 2 tbsp of your shampoo once a month.
Lining both your upper and lower eyelids with a brown or black liner can help perk up your eyes and make them look less droopy.
Blow drying your hair by wrapping 1-2 inch sections of your hair around a big round brush can help give your hair more body.
Passive smoking can also make your skin look sallow and spotty. Stay away from smoke to improve your skin tone and complexion.
People with eczema need to choose moisturizers free from fragrance and alcohol.
Only the L-ascorbic acid form of Vitamin C has been shown to reduce wrinkles. Read the label before you buy a product next time
Retinoids have been conclusively shown to prevent fine lines, large wrinkles and prevent sun damage. Talk to your dermatologist if you are fit for a prescription
Stick to single variety oil free soap and foundation to prevent acne.
Overwashing your face, grainy scrubs and soaps with harsh chemicals can cause acne breakouts.
A loose ponytail and flowing healthy hair are definitely one of the it trends this season
A soft neutral lip color with dark eyeshadow is one of the hottest looks on the ramp.
Treatments containing alpha hydroxyl acids can help renew skin and get rid of fine lines, when done by experts
Fruits and vegetables, soy, cocoa and fish can help you look younger and stay fit as well
Be wary of the hygiene practices at your salon. Unclean spa chairs can be a breeding ground for bacteria which can lead to boils.
Don’t rub your wrists together after you have put on perfume. Instead just dab on a little and gently press your wrists together.
People with sensitive skin should look for ingredients like aloe, chamomile, green tea polyphenols, and oats in cleansers
Buy new eye makeup if you have suffered from an eye infection. Old makeup can reinfect the eyes leading to serious consequences
Fullers earth can help unclog pores which have been blocked during winters
The best way to blot your lipstick is to press a tissue paper lightly on your lips and not between them.
Extracts from flowers like roses, daffodils, cornflowers, and Echinacea have been shown to have anti-ageing properties
The best way to take care of damaged hair is to leave it alone. Don’t even vigorously towel dry it.
Always wash your face after a workout. Sweat can clog pores and worsen acne.
Showering before a swim saturates your hair with water and prevents it from absorbing the chlorine laden water.
Even though hair dyes do damage the hair, it is unlikely that they cause cancer.
Contrary to popular belief, there is no reason to shampoo your hair every day. Three to four times a week usually suffices.
Use a hair conditioner after every shampoo. Its like putting moisturizer on your skin.
Stress can worsen acne lesions, cause brittle nails, lead to hair loss, and induce excessive perspiration. So destress and look beautiful.
Applying a lighter shadow in the center and a darker shadow on the outer corner can help your eyes look bigger.
Place cotton pad dipped in cold tea on your eyelids while relaxing. You would like the sparkle it adds to your eyes.
Know which fats are good and which ones are to be avoided, learn more about great vegetarian diets and test your health quotient with our quiz. All in the February edition of our Newsletter. Let us know what you think!
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An oil massage followed by a hot towel wrap helps make you hair smooth and silky.
Not combing your hair when it is wet and brushing it downwards can help reduce hairloss.
A egg yolk with 2 tbsp of honey and 4 tbsp of castor oil applied on the hair for 45 minutes serves as an excellent hair mask.
Dip a cotton ball in rose water to which few drops of castor oil has been added and apply on your eyes for 10-15 minutes for sparkling eyes.
Add a few drops of lemon juice to tomato juice and apply on the face for 15-20 minutes to reduce the appearance of open pores.
Washing your hair with coconut milk can help curtail hair loss.
Use a conditioner with avocado oil, olive oil, or shea butter every time you shampoo to get shiny, healthy hair.
Drink carrot juice daily to strengthen your nails.
Unboiled milk when applied with a cotton ball and left on the face for 15 minutes , serves as an excellent facial cleanser.
Massaging your scalp with coconut oil or argan can improve the circulation in your scalp and help fight thinning hair.
Baby shampoo can be used for removing heavy makeup. It will do all the cleansing and won't irritate your skin and eyes.
A glass of carrot juice is loaded with vitamins that are great for your skin and has fewer calories than fruit juices.
Head massage once a month with a mix of coconut, castor, olive and almond oil is great to nourish dry hair.
For an evening party in dim lights, put some gold dust over your lipstick to give your lips an attractive look.
To reduce skin oiliness, apply a mixture of one tsp of honey with one tsp of lemon juice and egg white. Wash off after 20 minutes.
Your thoughts reflect on your face. Meditation can make you glow by putting your inner self at peace.
To make a natural age-defying face pack: mix 1 egg yolk, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt,and half teaspoon of olive oil.
Rub an ice cube over your face before applying foundation. This closes your pores and prevents them from getting clogged with makeup.
Cleanse your face before going to bed even if you have been indoors and applied no makeup to get rid of bacteria,dead cells and oil.
Avoid applying lipstick on dry chapped lips. Moisturize and gently remove flakes to make your lipstick look better.
Put frozen tea bags on closed eyes for 20 minutes three times a week to reduce dark circles and puffiness.
Washing hair with very hot water can make it look dull because it strips off the natural oil film that gives shine to hair.
Having some dark chocolate can help make your skin look smoother and keep it better hydrated.
Pointed toe shoes make you look slimmer, whether they are flats or heels. Rounded toe shoes make your legs look stumpy.
Reduce the redness around a recently burst pimple by applying ice for five to ten minutes.
Avoid plucking hair to remove gray hair. It won't cause more gray hair, but can damage your hair root.
Stress worsens acne. Probably that's why you get a zit right before an important party.Try some yoga to stay calm and keep your skin clear.
Homemade scrub: Mix rice powder with curd or rose water and rub gently on face in circular motion.
Apply a paste of coconut milk and sandalwood powder on your face. It removes dead skin and makes your skin soft and glowing.
Don’t break your fast with a feast! or you may put on weight instead of losing it. |
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