Best of the year 2006
A collection of posts which you liked and some which I wish you had liked… Skin care Oily skin , Normal skin , Combination skin ...Categorised under: best posts
Postage stamps as nail-art?
Did you know that you could use postage stamps in a unique way to decorate your finger nails? Here are the pictures from a Swiss-German si...Categorised under: Body-art
Sleep deprivation-Consequences
A good night’s sleep will leave us fresh and ready to face the world. Sleep plays an important role in conserving the energy levels and ref...Categorised under: Health
Does a woman’s skin age faster than a man’s?
There is bad news for beauty conscious women who are desirous of preserving their youthful charm and would like to have a taut and firm skin...Categorised under: Beauty news, Skin, woman, Women's Health
Home Remedies for tonsillitis
Though tonsils provide local immunity to the oral cavity by devouring the bacteria that make their way to the body through the throat, they...Categorised under: Home-remedies
Home-made face packs for wrinkles
To counteract wrinkles and excessive dryness , apply these face packs- they will keep your skin supple and smooth. 1) Mash a ripe banana , m...Categorised under: Face packs and masks, Home made beauty aids, wrinkles
Winter lip care
Dry chapped lips are a common problem in winter. Some of these tips may help: * Apply Vaseline or butter on your lips as many times as poss...Categorised under: Skin, winter
Strengthening weak nails
Nails which are brittle and break easily can be very irksome, as it takes months together to make them grow to a reasonable size again. Un...Categorised under: Body and spa, Hands and nails
Tulsi (Basil) to cure skin problems
Tulsi (Basil is revered by the Hindus as a holy herb. This belief is not entirely due to any dogmatic religious conviction, but rests upon s...Categorised under: herbs, Home-remedies, Ingredient & its uses, Tulsi
Multani Mitti (Fuller’s earth) cleansing mask
Multani mitti or Fuller’s earth makes an excellent cleansing mask, and possesses highly absorbent qualities. It is rich in minerals and w...Categorised under: Face packs and masks, Home made beauty aids
Pavanamuktasana (lumbar stretch)- the yogic posture
With the kind of lifestyle that we lead, back pain is very common nowadays. Pavanamuktasana is an excellent yogic posture which improves mu...Categorised under: Exercises-Yoga-Pranayam
Coloring your hair-remember these points
If you want to color your hair then remember these points: First coloring should be done by expert hands. Consult a beautician about the col...Categorised under: Hair
Medicinal/Cosmetic uses of Rosemary
Rosemary is an attractive evergreen shrub with pine needle-like leaves. There are different species of this evergreen shrub. The differences...Categorised under: Ingredient & its uses
Home remedies for hoarse voice (laryngitis)
Hoarse voice (laryngitis) is the term used to denote the inflammatory condition of the larynx- the voice box. In Ayurveda this is called ‘...Categorised under: Home-remedies, monsoon
Skin care in the 40s
Today women in their 40s feel much younger and vibrant than their earlier generation. The 40s today reflects the age when women are in their...Categorised under: Skin, Skin care tips
Teeth whitening remedies
Teeth could be naturally dark or could be discolored by repeated exposure to beverages like tea, coffee or red wine, smoking and also medica...Categorised under: Body and spa, Home-remedies, Teeth
Vaseline makes eyelashes grow longer and thicker
Vaseline a.k.a. petroleum jelly is the oldest and the most popular cosmetic product used all over the world. Its versatility can be reco...Categorised under: Eyes
Home-made cleansing milk, astringent and toner
Home-made cleansing milk Ingredients: 1 tsp yeast 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon carrot juice ½ tsp curds 1 tsp orange juice 1 tsp olive ...Categorised under: Home made beauty aids
Know your fragrance
Fragrance is an essential feature of your grooming. A mind-boggling range of perfumes has hit the market, so take time in choosing the perfu...Categorised under: Accessories
Develop a positive attitude
A positive attitude or outlook on life can lead to positive behavior and success. A person with a positive behavior draws others’ like a ma...Categorised under: Personal growth
Cleaning your hands
You may be washing your hands at odd moments during the day, whenever they are dirty or you may be applying soap on them and washing them d...Categorised under: Body and spa, Hands and nails
Eye make-up
Use eye make-up to emphasize the eyes. The type of eye make-up varies depending upon the occasion, the time of the day (whether daytime or n...Categorised under: Eyes, Makeup
Kapalabhati Pranayam for wrinkle-free, radiant complexion
Did you know that Kapalabhati Pranayam / kriya can also be used to enhance your beauty and ward off skin aging? Done the right way, Kapala...Categorised under: Exercises-Yoga-Pranayam
Home remedies with cumin seeds (jeera)
Popularly known as jeera in most Indian languages, cumin seeds are one of the most common ingredients in Indian cuisine. The sweetened ver...Categorised under: Home-remedies, Ingredient & its uses
Home-made henna (mehendi) hair dye
Does that premature gray in your hair embarrass you to no end? Has the natural process of ageing made your hair turn gray, with those firs...Categorised under: Hair, Henna or Mehendi, Home made beauty aids
Fix torn nails at home
The most useful techniques for fixing torn or split nails quickly are by gluing and patching and you can do this at home. Gluing Place torn ...Categorised under: Body and spa, Hands and nails
Count to 10 to control anger
Which is the oldest and most recurrent advice offered when you are angry? Obviously the answer would be - Count to 10, before you speak. S...Categorised under: Personal growth
Applying Blusher
A blush highlights the cheekbones and lifts up the face in no time. But to use it on a regular basis or not is up to you. The kind of profe...Categorised under: Makeup
Keep backaches away with these tips
The muscles of the back support it much like a tent pole that is supported by ropes. Any slackening in the ropes and the pole tilts. Our li...Categorised under: Health
Handbag as an accessory
The Handbag is undoubtedly the most important accessory for a working woman. A lot of things have to be considered for the correct choice ...Categorised under: Accessories
Orange for health and beauty
An orange is one of the most common citrus fruits liked by one and all. It is widely grown in warmer climates, and distributed worldwide. T...Categorised under: Ingredient & its uses
Yogasanas – some points to remember
Asanas are certain (yogic) body postures which bring stability of body and mind. The body should be firm, yet relaxed without experiencing...Categorised under: Exercises-Yoga-Pranayam
Powder and blusher
Powder: Once you have finished applying and blending the foundation and concealer, you can now apply powder . Use a good compact or tran...Categorised under: Makeup
Instant remedy for a dull face and unsightly nose
Dull face Sometimes our face simply refuses to brighten up or even to look clean. It is caused by dead skin cells clinging to the skin sur...Categorised under: Face packs and masks, Home made beauty aids
Skin care in the 30s
A woman stepping into the 30’s can look vibrant, radiant and as youthful as she was in her 20’s, particularly if she has pampered her skin ...Categorised under: Skin, Skin care tips
Hair loss-a herbal remedy and herbal hair oil
Hair-loss- a useful remedy If you are losing hair excessively on your scalp then try out this remedy. Ingredients: Brahmi(Asiatic pennyw...Categorised under: Hair, Herbal hair oils, Home made beauty aids
Home remedies for tooth aches
What to do when your tooth aches? Besides analgesics what helps? Grandma and naturopaths recommend: 1) Tulsi (basil) leaves ground with a ...Categorised under: Home-remedies
French manicure
A French manicure is one of the best and most versatile looks your nails can carry off. It is clean, sophisticated, looks natural and goes ...Categorised under: Body and spa, Hands and nails, Makeup
Water therapy for insomnia and headache
While water is vital for the internal functioning of your body, it’s also of great value when used on the outside! Did you know that water ...Categorised under: Health, Home-remedies
Face packs for different skin types
Simple everyday face packs for different skin types are given here: For dry skin : ½ tsp milk powder ¼ tsp sandalwood paste a pinch of ...Categorised under: Face packs and masks, Home made beauty aids
Breakfast is essential for good health
For most of us, mornings are the most hectic hours. We are so much bitten by this ‘hurry sickness’ bug to get our chores done that we don’t...Categorised under: Health
Home remedies for indigestion
Indigestion is also known as ‘dyspepsia’ and is a Greek term indicating indigestion or difficulty in digestion. It is a vague term very o...Categorised under: Home-remedies
Foundation and concealing
Once you have followed the initial steps of cleansing, toning and moisturizing, your skin is ready for the application of foundation. Choos...Categorised under: Makeup
Everyday care for a beautiful skin
Here are a few simple tips for skin care which will give you a beautiful skin:Categorised under: Skin, Skin care tips
Simple remedies for wrinkles
Try out these simple, safe and effective beauty aids to prevent and remove wrinkles and roughness that make their appearance on ageing sk...Categorised under: Home made beauty aids
General tips for positive health from Ayurveda
Sound health is the basis for happiness. And the following are the useful hints of Ayurveda for attainment of perfect health and good condu...Categorised under: Ayurveda, Health
Does Exercise Make You Lose Weight On Your Face
People who are exercising to lose weight or just look trim often wonder whether exercise makes them lose weight on the face too. Unfortunat...Categorised under: Exercises-Yoga-Pranayam
Castor oil may not make eyelashes grow longer
Eyes are one of the most expressive features of the face and naturally thick, long eyelashes enhance their beauty. Most women are keen to k...Categorised under: Beauty news, Eyes, Health news
Foods that lower cholesterol
It’s a known fact that high levels of cholesterol, especially LDL cholesterol in the blood contributes to atherosclerosis (hardening of th...Categorised under: Health
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