Beauty and Personal Grooming

Well, 2013 has come to an end and sad to say that it didn't bring about anything substantial in my life! But then life has to move on! I know I didn't do much of blogging this year and completely relied on guest posts but then I was too preoccupied with other things. Well, that's another story which I wouldn't prefer to divulge! However, in my list of resolutions for the coming year, I do want to keep blogging as one of my top priorities. I just hope that I'll stick to that. By the way, here's a roundup of best posts of 2013 that I handpicked for y'all. Hope you enjoy reading them!

The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 20 to 50 million people in the United States have sleep related issues. Peaceful nights of sleep could however spell improved focus at work, less overall health concerns and a happier you . Before turning to prescription medication, try the following suggestions to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer and wake up feeling more rejuvenated.

From blowouts to pedicures, the allure of a little TLC is hard to escape. However, running to a professional for each spa reprieve is not always an option. Luckily there are plenty of DIY solutions that can satisfy practically any spa craving and help maintain financial responsibility.    Guarded with a few tips, tricks and at-home regimens your skin, hair and lips (yes your lips need love too!) can stay healthy and hydrated at a more affordable price tag.

Planning a trip to the spa but worried about chapped skin and winter dryness? It’s certainly the season when a warm spa excursion will feel great, but it’s also that time when your skin is probably dry, lips are chapped, and you’re wondering if there’s anything that the spa can do to help. Of course there is. In fact, there are some great treatments which you can get at the spa which you won’t get at home. Seasonal spa treatments can help you to keep your skin looking healthy and smooth and can even protect skin from the cold, dry weather. So treat yourself to these skin saving winter treatments from your local spa or skincare center.

Whenever winter comes around some women just want to hide their hair under a hat for the duration of the colder months. This is because bad hair days are more common during winter. Split ends, dry and frizzy hair, and hair breakage can make some women be intimidated by winter weather. However, there are some things you can do to help keep your hair healthy during winter season.

Mrs. Mani  asks: I am a homemaker and do all the cooking at home myself. Whenever I peel onions, carrots, beetroots or certain other vegetables, my fingers get stained. Is there a way to get rid of this?

Long time back, I had blogged about the enormous health benefits and medicinal uses of drumstick or Moringa Oleifera. You can read about this in the posts Drumsticks for Health and Medicinal Uses and Home-Remedies with Drumstick leaves . Interestingly, this versatile plant has many cosmetic benefits to its credit as well. Now, I’m not at all mentioning about the use of moringa oil or moringa extracts in cosmetic products. I’m just sharing some homemade organic beauty and skin care recipes that you can prepare from the cozy comforts of your home without making a dent in your pocket. And this is all the more easy for you if you have a drumstick tree in your backyard or vicinity. You can then make use of its leaves, roots and bark to prepare DIY face packs, hair packs, skincare oils and the works. Read on to find out more…

With huge discounts being offered by most of the online retailers, this can be a perfect time to buy the essentials of your winter wardrobe. However, it’s difficult to stay updated on the latest trends in fashion, for those who are busy with their personal and professional lives. With so many choices available these days, men don't always know where to begin while revamping their wardrobe to beat the winter. Those who are keen on fashion may have already made a list of clothes to buy for this winter season.   There are 5 clothing items that are a must have in any man’s wardrobe.

Let's face it guys, today's women are just as much into a man's physical appearance as we are into theirs! Fortunately, there is no shortage of helpful tips, grooming accessories, and clothing options to help even the shabbiest of men improve their appearance.    Let's take a look at some of the most significant grooming techniques any man can use to impress the ladies.

Looking stylish can be difficult when fashion trends are constantly changing and evolving. According to Gallup’s 2013 annual Economy and Personal Finance survey, one in three Americans prepare a detailed household budget. While bills and other essential living costs should take priority when making your household budget, this doesn’t mean you can’t look your best for less and put a little sliver of the pie toward clothing, shoes and accessories. Use the following tips to stay fashion forward while staying within your budget. Put Together Creative Combos Photo by Fashionista's from Flickr

In 2014, you can incorporate popular ready-to-wear items in a way that expresses your uniqueness. The right ensemble will help you ring in the New Year right, and you don't have to overspend in order to make a lasting impression. How to use Ordinary Clothing to Create an Extraordinary Look Unless you just walked across the red carpet, usually less is better than more. Ordinary items worn in an extraordinary way makes you make your body look more attractive. At the same time, you can present yourself in a way that suits you best.

Couples who are experiencing infertility problems usually have a harder time to conceive children, as compared to couples whose fertility are at its peak. If you and your significant other have the dream of bearing a child in the future, then you should see to it that you do everything that you can in order to remain fertile. Here are some simple tips that you need to keep in mind in order for you to be able to successfully stay away from infertility. Go through the following guidelines and make sure that you practice them through the rest of your adult life. With enough study and care, you should not have any problem in conceiving and carrying a child.

A good, healthy skin is enough to make a person beautiful (and obviously, a good mind is also very essential). Having a good skin not only saves time by cutting time spent on concealing dull skin also instills confidence. Lack of sleep, long working hours, and frequent tours can all cause sallow, paling skin. Here are quick, simple tips to get rid of the sallowness and sport glowing skin, without taking up much of your time.

Psst! You there! Yes, you. Does blow-drying leave you befuddled? Do you always lust over the silkiness of freshly blow-dried hair? Does your heart ache over the playful bounciness of blow-dried waviness? Well, say goodbye to blow-drying woes because boy, do I have something for you! A beginners’ guide to blow-drying your hair to perfection! It is now time for you to become the blow-drying Goddess! *applause*