Beauty and Personal Grooming

If you are on the look out for a ‘natural’ product to dislodge the dirt and grime, unclog the pores and cleanse your face thoroughly, then you might give ' Herbal Facia Facial Bar’ a try. With the goodness of rich herbs like saffron, sandal , aloevera and camphor, I have found that this product actually works; it leaves your skin glowing and scrupulously cleansed after each wash. You have to use it twice a day; it works up a rich, foamy lather and you have to let it stay for 2-3 minutes and then wash off. The fragrance is very pleasing and it’s also mentioned that Facia’s unique formula is perfect for all skin types and is suitable for both men and women. Costing just Rs.35/- it’s a steal. Herbal Facia facial bar

Washing hands from time to time, especially before having food and after using the toilet is a hygienic necessity. And if you inculcate good hygiene in your daily routine it means you are at a less risk of contracting viral or bacterial infections or diseases and good health will ultimately follow. Besides it’s a known fact that there can be no real beauty without good health. By the way, a research has found that women’s hands harbour more bacteria than men’s ; researchers believe that it could be because they have less acidic skin and tend to produce more oil and also for the reason that they moisturise and use cosmetics more often. So it follows that women have to wash hands more frequently .

Whether you wish to tackle hair problems like dandruff or excessive hair-fall or simply crave for a shampoo with a conditioner that isn’t harsh on your hair, Dabur Vatika range of ‘natural shampoos’ are just the right ones that will fulfil your needs or so they claim . Take a look. Dabur Vatika Black Shine Shampoo Dabur Vatika Black Shine Shampoo This shampoo claims to maintain the color of your raven black hair; it has ingredients like black olive and amla, that help maintain the jet-black colour of your hair. While olive oil nourishes your hair to give it lustre, amla helps retain its color. Dabur Vatika Root Strengthening Shampoo Dabur Vatika Root Strengthening Shampoo As the name suggests, this shampoo claims to strengthen your hair your hair strong from root to tip without damaging them. It has ingredients like coconut milk that helps in moisturizing and nourishing the scalp and almonds, which contain almond oil possibly helps to activate the sebaceous glands and sti

Did you know that measuring a woman's heart rate at rest can help predict her risk of heart attack or dying from heart disease, giving doctors a simple, inexpensive way to monitor health risks? among women who are at risk of delivering prematurely, treatment with magnesium sulfate reduces the risk of cerebral palsy in the offspring? each centimeter/inch counts for women in developing countries? Data from 42 developing countries showed that babies and young children have better survival chances if their mothers are taller. new research suggests that smoking during pregnancy reduces blood flow to the developing fetus and, in turn, retards growth? women who take the pill after surgery on ovarian cysts are three times less likely to have a recurrence? the prevalence of mood disorders, depression and anxiety is high among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOD)? an unusual study has found that people who refuse to quit smoking even though they know it could damage their health may k

EverYuth Orange Peel-Off Skin Vitaliser is an amazing face pack and a wonderful way to make your facial skin look fresh, rejuvenated and glowing almost instantaneously. Now Everyuth has come up with a better version of this orange peel-off face. It is given a fancy name of EverYuth Golden Glow Peel-off and Everyuth claims that this product with its glitter particles and orange extracts, stimulates blood circulation and oxygen supply to the facial skin and peels off deeply embedded dirt, grime and bacteria from within the skin pores. This 3-way action supposedly gives your face an instant golden glow , thus providing a perfect home facial , without burning a huge hole in your pocket. The different packs of 90gms, 50gms, 30gms, and 8gms are priced at Rs.90, Rs.60, Rs.30 and Rs.12 respectively. You can watch the television commercial of this product here . Everyuth Golden Glow Peel Off Ingredients: Orange Peel Extracts : Refresh, condition, lighten and moisturise skin. Natural

If you have loved using Mysore Sandal Rose , Mysore Sandal Herbal Care Soap or Mysore Sandal Jasmine in your shower then you might also like another variant in shimmering golden yellow color, called as Mysore Sandal Gold Soap . With ingredients such as special, fragrant sandalwood oils extracted from the forests of Karnataka, Almond oil and lanolin moisturizer, this soap is indeed the king of other Mysore Sandal soaps. It soothes and provides excellent nourishment to the skin, resulting in a lustrous glossy skin! Mysore Sandal Gold Soap - 125 g

Try Facia Beauty Talc! I’ve been using it for a month and love its “mesmerizing fragrance”. Its precious real herbs like saffron and sandalwood moisturize the skin very effectively providing a soft, silky, smooth and nourished finish. The amazingly magical and enchanting fragrance stays on for a long time making you feel fresh throughout the day. (Guest post by Dhanya)

An inspiring collection of beauty quotes to ponder over: When I am working on a problem I never think about beauty . I only think about how to solve the problem. But when I have finished, if the solution is not beautiful , I know it is wrong. -- Buckminster Fuller Beauty of style and harmony and grace and good rhythm depend on simplicity -- Plato Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. -- Rachel Carson The beauty of the world has two edges, one of laughter, one of anguish, cutting the heart asunder. -- Virginia Woolf Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy. -- Anne Frank Youth is happy because it has the capacity to see beauty . Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty never grows old. -- Frank Kafka Beauty is an ecstasy; it is as simple as hunger. There is really nothing to be said about it. It is like the perfume of a rose: you can smell it and that is all. -- W. Somer

Guest Post by Sharon (The Fashion Ivy) Choosing the right anti aging skin care product can be a daunting task, but I will give you some tips on choosing creams that will work for you. Choosing the right product that will suit your skin is vital, as each individual will not experience the same effects. No anti aging skin care product is proven to be effective for universal use. Other people tend to be hypersensitive and are prone to develop allergic reactions therefore you need to know your skin type first. The best creams contain ingredients that target the main causes of aging. There are three important problems that need to be addressed if you want to keep your youthful and healthy look for the long-run. They are: 1) Loss of collagen and elastin protein 2) Low levels of hyaluronic acid 3) Damage caused by free radicals Here is the most common ingredients used in anti-aging products and a brief description of what it is and their best uses. Alpha Hydroxy Acid Alpha Hydroxy Aci

Donning a flu mask is a great way to protect yourself from flu , influenza or pandemics like SARS, Bird Flu/Avian flu. In a world-first clinical trial of the efficacy of masks, researchers found adult mask wearers in the home were four times more likely than non-wearers to be protected against respiratory viruses, including the common cold . Professor MacIntyre says: "There is no effective treatment for the 90 or so common cold viruses that make families sick each winter, but masks could provide simple and effective protection. "

Parachute Coconut Oil 200 ml oil. I simply adore pure, virgin coconut oil and pamper my skin with those luxurious oil-baths every winter . I also put a few drops in my bath everyday and find it extremely moisturizing on my skin. I’ve tried a number of homemade herbal hair-oils and loved them but by far coconut oil remains my favourite. Usually, I massage it on my scalp twice a week, by slightly warming it. Amongst the branded, store-bought coconut oils, I’ve tried Parachute coconut oil, and I’ve found it to be of a superior quality. Manufactured by Marico Industries, it is made of pure dried coconut (“ copra ”) and is packed in attractive blue plastic bottles with a tamper-proof seal to prevent duplication. It’s also available at Amazon ($4.95 for a 200 ml bottle). You may also purchase an extra large 1 liter bottle for $14.99. It smells nice and the plastic bottle can be slightly warmed by placing it in a container of lukewarm water to liquefy it after overnight freezing i

A lot of people get puffy eyes during different phases of their lives. A teenager can wake up with puffy eyes after strenuous hours of studying overnight, an adult due to water retention, too much salt in the diet, improper sleep , consumption of excess liquor, certain medications or improper ventilation. Allergies, skin disorders like dermatitis are also common causes of puffy eyes. Other causes include Blepharitis, eyelid edema, swollen eyelid, glaucoma , conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers and sinusitis. Dust or other irritants could also cause flare-ups that swell the eyes. Stress can also cause problems with your eyes. Physical manifestations are common among individuals experiencing high levels of stress in their lives. Crying is a cause of puffy eye syndrome, too. You can also get bags from genetics or heredity as well. Age is no barrier , so don’t lose heart over this; there are cures and remedies. Whatever be the reason for puffiness, first identify the cause and then take rem

Did you know? A brain-imaging study has shown that women cannot control their hunger as well as men. Another study has shown that the breast cancer risk of women who are regularly physically active in the postmenopausal phase is reduced by about one third compared to relatively inactive women. New U.K. research has shown that even the magazine you read may affect how healthy your diet is. A new research has found that a common form of hormone replacement therapy shrinks women's brains. Scientists have found that women who breastfeed for greater than two years have a significantly reduced risk of developing breast cancer later in life. Women who are exposed to hairspray in the workplace during pregnancy have more than double the risk of having a son with the genital birth defect hypospadias, according to a new study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives. Australian doctors say that getting botox jabs during pregnancy may cause birth defects in unborn children. P