Beauty and Personal Grooming

Urad Dal (Black gram ), a very popular ingredient in South Indian cuisine is widely used in the preparation of mouth-watering probiotic culinary delicacies like  Dosa, iIdi and Vada, and crispy, delectable  Urad Papads.This highly nutritious pulse is low in fat and cholesterol and a rich source of protein and fiber and is recommended for diabetics also. The nutritional protein in Urad dal is comparable to the protein derived from animal sources and hence a wonderful substitute  for vegetarians to make up for mineral deficiencies arising from an all-veggie diet. Apart from its use in culinary delights, Urad Dal is also an ingredient  in quite a few Ayurvedic medicines. Furthermore, in ancient times, Urad (Black Lentil) was also used as a beauty aid , in fact as a scrub to massage the body. "black lentil" is usually the whole urad bean or urad dal.Buy from here . "white lentil" is the same lentil with the black skin removed. Bu...

Natural healing and colon cleansing have become hot topics of discussion over the past several years. One of the biggest things that draws people to colon cleansing is that it jump-starts weight loss. But why does colon cleansing initiate weight loss? And what are the other benefits to a colon cleansing regimen?

A new form of straightening treatment has hit the market – and this one has certainly earned its bragging rights. Unlike other treatments that use harsh chemicals to alter your hair, the Brazilian Blowout soothes it with its conditioning properties. In fact, the developers of this new craze suggest using it on damaged hair because it can help repair it! Not only that, but it won’t strip your hair of a color treatment like other formulas will .

You’ve no doubt seen the best and worst of what the anti-aging industry has to offer when it comes to keeping celebrities looking young. While some have had phenomenal success with a little nip and tuck (Mary Louise Parker looks better now than she did when she was 20) most have gone way overboard with their face-neutralizing plastics and plumpers.  Melanie Griffith, Mickey Rourke, Sylvester Stallone, and Farrah Fawcett have been lifted and lipo-ed so much that they now resemble claymation versions of their former selves…and don’t look now, but here comes what used to be Heidi Montag.  In any case, some celebrities have managed to avoid the Botox and tummy tucks and have turned out all the better for it. Here are a few famous faves who have aged gracefully and without enhancement.

If you are the kind of man who who believes that it is just not a macho thing to obsess over skin care and personal grooming , think again!  These days, the desire to look young and youthful is no longer the prerogative of women, men too have joined the anti-aging bandwagon and are resorting to cosmetic surgery & Botox to alter their looks . So it's high time you changed your mindset and followed this minimal man-friendly anti-aging skincare regime. It's perfectly cut out for your type and  will keep you looking your best and boost your self-confidence . Besides, it's so simple and effective and you will reap several health benefits as well. You'll look 30 when you are 40 , and 40 when you take grand-kids to a football game. 

A list of best posts from July 2010 - Sept 2010 . Enjoy! Beauty & SkincareTips , Makeup tips and How tos The Holidays are Almost Here - Holiday Grooming Guide Times flies so quickly. And the holidays are almost here. Gear up for Holidays with this Holiday Grooming Guide . How to Camouflage Cellulite Even thin people have cellulite . You can't do much about it but these tips will come handy in camouflaging it. Skincare: Buy Smart and Simplify Don't splurge. Buy only the essentials. Simplify & de-clutter and this in turn will make your life easy. Organizing Your Beauty and Skincare Cabinet - Tips   A well organized beauty & skincare cabinet is such a pretty sight to behold. Plus, when you are in a hurry, it saves your time & energy as you don't have to rummage through everything to get your things. Skincare and Makeup During Pregnancy - The Do's & Don'ts Acne medications are a strict no-no while trying to conceive...