Beauty and Personal Grooming

Which is the oldest and most recurrent advice offered when you are angry? Obviously the answer would be - Count to 10, before you speak. Simple it may sound, but this age-old advice does work. But when you are angry, it may seem to be the hardest tip of all. With the adrenaline flowing and the blood starting to boil, it takes a real effort of willpower to do it. But do try and try hard, every time. But counting up to 10 before you open your mouth is rarely much good. To 50 is better. Some situations may need even 100!

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 profession you are in, the circles you move in, the kind of personality you want to project etc. – all these things must be considered before you think of using a blusher on a regular basis, more so in the Indian milieu. But don’t hesitate to use it for outings, parties, functions, and the stuff. A pinkish shade for the day and a slightly darker one for the evenings is a standard choice. Check your shade in both natural and artificial lights and then make a choice.

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 lifestyle also plays a detrimental role resulting in many young people suffering from low back pain. Prolonged periods of working with the computers at the workplace, incorrect postures, lack of physical exercises, long hours spent in driving - all these factors contribute to backaches. Here are a few ways to keep backaches away.

The Handbag is undoubtedly the most important accessory for a working woman. A lot of things have to be considered for the correct choice of handbags – the person’s preference to color, style, as also nature of work, not to mention pocket. Select a bag with an adjustable strap which when slung across the shoulder, sits firmly. Also advisable is a bag with a zipper on the outside. This ensures that one need not remove the main flap/zipper for small transactions like taxi and public transport fares. A good handbag must have at least two main pockets as well as a secret pocket. Leather, Rexene, or buff satin finish bags are the most popular among working women as they are durable as well as maintenance friendly.

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. The best part about an orange is that it is a predigested food and is thus readily absorbed in the blood. It produces heat and energy in the body immediately after use.

Asanas are certain (yogic) body postures which bring stability of body and mind. The body should be firm, yet relaxed without experiencing any discomfort while performing the asanas. By regular practice of certain asanas, one can develop lightness, steadiness and maintain good health. Asanas mainly work on the endocrine and the nervous system which are inter-related with other systems of the body. So whatever effects are produced on these two systems, get reflected on other systems. Thus they rectify the imbalance of the physiological system.  

Powder: Once you have finished applying and blending the foundation and concealer, you can now apply powder . Use a good compact or transclucent powder to ‘set’ in. Use a soft velvet puff and apply gently all over and take special care over the bridge of the nose, under the eyes and below the mouth. Many women forget the nose part and then complain of a shiny nose! Since the powder is used to the keep the foundation in order, use a shade same as the base or maybe, a tint lighter but never darker as sweating may make it look patchy. The right powder helps create a flawless finish for all skin types. Blusher: Blusher, when applied properly, adds beautiful color to your face. There are 3 types of blushers. 1. Gel blushers: Gel blushers have a transparent effect. For best results, apply over moisturizer or light foundation. Do not apply gel blusher over powder. 2. Cream blusher: Cream blushers should be blended over your cheekbones on a foundation base. Powder can be applied ov...