Urad Dal Homemade Beauty Recipes
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.
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Shed Weight with Colon Cleansing
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?
The Latest Hair Craze: The Brazilian Blowout
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.
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.
Top 5 Celebrities that have Aged Gracefully
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.
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.
Minimal Skincare & Grooming Routine for men
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.
Quarterly Roundup of best posts Jul-Sept 2010
A list of best posts from July 2010 - Sept 2010. Enjoy!
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, during pregnancy & for lactating mothers. Find out more about such do's and don'ts.
Top 5 Beauty Must Haves for Every Woman's Purse
What do you have in your purse right now?
Beauty Secrets for People with Sensitive Skin
Calling all gals with sensitive skin! These beauty & skincare tips are meant for you.
Ways to Pamper Yourself That Will Make You Feel Beautiful Inside and Out
Your me-time is so important; spending time and money on yourself is not a sin. Pamper yourself every now and feel good inside out.
The Proper Application of Self-Tanner: Not So Self-Evident & Fix a Botched Self Tan and avoid these Self-tanners
Your self-tanner application guide.
DIY Beauty Aids - Reader's Contribution
DIY beauty aids are so much fun only if you have the inclination to concoct it
Budget Beauty Tips
These tips will certainly help those who can't afford to spend a fortune on fancy beauty products.
Remedy for itchy, irritated & burning underarms
Itchy underarms can be so bothersome, but there are remedies to tackle this problem.
Top 5 Beauty Tips for 2010
2010 is gonna bid you goodbye in only 3 months time. But these beauty tips are applicable for 2011 as well.
Tackle Monsoon Skin-care Woes with these tips from experts
Toe nail fungus is the most common skin affliction in monsoon. Read on to tackle this as well as other skin woes that are the bane of monsoons.
The way you sit, walk & use your hands speaks volumes about your personality.
Grooming Tip - Wear a smile
Beauty comes from within. And a smile does something to your looks which all the makeup in the world can't give you.
There's so much to talk about a thing as insignificant as hair-parting. It has a religious significance in Indian culture. Plus there is something called hair-part theory, that claims to predict your nature on the basis of how you part your hair.
Long hair more attractive?
Why do men find long hair attractive in women?
Stained teeth - types and causes
Stained teeth are so yuckkkk! What causes them?
What causes Eyelid Twitching?
Is your right eyelid twitching or is it the left? Or are both your eyelids twitching? What does it indicate?
A skin disorder that increases your risk of heart disease
A past life regression therapy may reveal what caused this skin disorder in the first place, but the onset of this skin disorder foretells that you have a greater risk of heart disease.
Nail Polish- culprit for irritated eyelids
It's surprising to know that freshly applied nail polish can irritate your eyes.
Jaw contouring with Botox
Not satisfied with the way you look? (Seriously you are having self-esteem issues here, if you ask me.) Wanna reduce a square jawline? Try Botox. But hey don't get addicted to it.
Are you of short stature and slightly overweight? Don't fret. This simple trick can make you look slim and tall in jeans.
Is it cool to match nail polish on toes and fingers?
So what do you do? Do you paint nails in different colours or altogether go without nail polish for your fingernails and only paint your toes?
Style Tips: Reader's contribution
Style tips for looking and feeling better....
Beauty and Grooming Prep for a Date
First impression is the last impression, it's said. So prepare well and look your best before a date.
Refrain from the below mentioned fashion faux pas to avoid cutting a sorry figure in front of others.
Avoid Visible Panty Line
Avoid such 'nippy' embarrassing situations
Don't wear age-inappropriate clothes
Don't wear all accessories in one go
Which of Zoe's favorite products do you covet?
The Secret of Salma Hayek's Glowing Skin
Envious of Salma Hayek's flawless, glowing complexion? Wish to know her secret. Read the post.
Dance therapy not only keeps you fit but it's good for your mental health as well.
Funny Beauty Quotes & Hilarious Beauty Jokes
Beauty & SkincareTips , Makeup tips and How tos
The Holidays are Almost Here - Holiday Grooming GuideTimes 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, during pregnancy & for lactating mothers. Find out more about such do's and don'ts.
Top 5 Beauty Must Haves for Every Woman's Purse
What do you have in your purse right now?
Beauty Secrets for People with Sensitive Skin
Calling all gals with sensitive skin! These beauty & skincare tips are meant for you.
Ways to Pamper Yourself That Will Make You Feel Beautiful Inside and Out
Your me-time is so important; spending time and money on yourself is not a sin. Pamper yourself every now and feel good inside out.
The Proper Application of Self-Tanner: Not So Self-Evident & Fix a Botched Self Tan and avoid these Self-tanners
Your self-tanner application guide.
DIY Beauty Aids - Reader's Contribution
DIY beauty aids are so much fun only if you have the inclination to concoct it
Budget Beauty Tips
These tips will certainly help those who can't afford to spend a fortune on fancy beauty products.
Remedy for itchy, irritated & burning underarms
Itchy underarms can be so bothersome, but there are remedies to tackle this problem.
Top 5 Beauty Tips for 2010
2010 is gonna bid you goodbye in only 3 months time. But these beauty tips are applicable for 2011 as well.
Tackle Monsoon Skin-care Woes with these tips from experts
Toe nail fungus is the most common skin affliction in monsoon. Read on to tackle this as well as other skin woes that are the bane of monsoons.
Grooming
Correct Posture Gives you GraceThe way you sit, walk & use your hands speaks volumes about your personality.
Grooming Tip - Wear a smile
Beauty comes from within. And a smile does something to your looks which all the makeup in the world can't give you.
Informative
The Hair Parting in Beauty CultureThere's so much to talk about a thing as insignificant as hair-parting. It has a religious significance in Indian culture. Plus there is something called hair-part theory, that claims to predict your nature on the basis of how you part your hair.
Long hair more attractive?
Why do men find long hair attractive in women?
Stained teeth - types and causes
Stained teeth are so yuckkkk! What causes them?
What causes Eyelid Twitching?
Is your right eyelid twitching or is it the left? Or are both your eyelids twitching? What does it indicate?
A skin disorder that increases your risk of heart disease
A past life regression therapy may reveal what caused this skin disorder in the first place, but the onset of this skin disorder foretells that you have a greater risk of heart disease.
Nail Polish- culprit for irritated eyelids
It's surprising to know that freshly applied nail polish can irritate your eyes.
Jaw contouring with Botox
Not satisfied with the way you look? (Seriously you are having self-esteem issues here, if you ask me.) Wanna reduce a square jawline? Try Botox. But hey don't get addicted to it.
Fashion & Style Tips
Style tip: Look slim in pantsAre you of short stature and slightly overweight? Don't fret. This simple trick can make you look slim and tall in jeans.
Is it cool to match nail polish on toes and fingers?
So what do you do? Do you paint nails in different colours or altogether go without nail polish for your fingernails and only paint your toes?
Style Tips: Reader's contribution
Style tips for looking and feeling better....
Beauty and Grooming Prep for a Date
First impression is the last impression, it's said. So prepare well and look your best before a date.
Refrain from the below mentioned fashion faux pas to avoid cutting a sorry figure in front of others.
Avoid Visible Panty Line
Avoid such 'nippy' embarrassing situations
Don't wear age-inappropriate clothes
Don't wear all accessories in one go
Celebrities
Zoe Saldana's Favorite Products & Fashion Must-HavesWhich of Zoe's favorite products do you covet?
The Secret of Salma Hayek's Glowing Skin
Envious of Salma Hayek's flawless, glowing complexion? Wish to know her secret. Read the post.
Exercise & Fitness
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Humour
Laughter is the best medicine. So go ahead and tickle your funny bone by reading theseFunny Beauty Quotes & Hilarious Beauty Jokes