Beauty and Personal Grooming

Obesity is a universal problem. It is bad not just because it makes us look ugly, but because it predisposes us to many diseases like increased blood-pressure (hypertension), heart problems, sluggishness in body movements leading to accidents, etc. Reduction of weight should not be restricted to rigorous exercising only. You will only feel hungrier after exercising. Only a proper combination of exercise and dieting will yield the desired result. Some useful tips to succeed in a reduction diet!

Eyes are very vulnerable and here are some first aid tips for eye emergencies.   For problems with contact lenses: Lift upper eyelid outward and down over the lower lid, let tears wash out the lenses. If the lenses are not washed out, keep the eye closed, bandage lightly and see a doctor immediately, preferably an ophthalmologist. Do not rub the eye. Take a cup full of water; open your eyes inside the water so that the lenses can be washed out.

Refer to the post Self-esteem- Why is it so important? Now answer these questions in positive or negative to test your level of self-esteem.

Soft, smooth and beautiful hands leave a lasting impression of your personality. Beautiful well-kept hands are an asset. A weekly manicure plays a vital role in achieving this. It is not necessary to go to a beauty parlor to get a manicure. It can be done at home, while relaxing, watching television or in your spare time.

For those of you, who have to work for long hours on the computer, your eyes are put to undue strain. Here are a few tips on how to relax them. * Don’t work on a computer for long hours at a stretch. Take short breaks in between. Take a stroll outside in the fresh air for a few minutes. Observe greenery and all green things around. Green color is said to be soothing and relaxing to the eyes. This will give your eyes, the much needed rest. * If you can’t take a break, then at least look at distant objects either in your office or outside. Looking at a distant object and then returning to your task helps your eyes focus better. Blink your eyes frequently. Try taking such visual breaks for about five to 10 minutes every hour.

Diamonds have a special, abiding image and an aura of being eternal. Over the years they have been associated with romance and love. The now famous slogan, “Diamonds are forever” , was coined by a New-York based advertising agency, and no one has been able to better this. A diamond is a life-time investment, and unlike gold, its resale value is arguable. A diamond is usually colorless and an exceptionally hard form of carbon. Rough diamonds are hardly beautiful to look at; they could easily be mistaken for an ordinary pebble. A diamond is a multi-faceted stone. A lay-man’s guide while buying a diamond is to look for the 4 C’s – cut, clarity, color and carat , which determine its value. However, if you are planning to buy a costly diamond, take some professional help; otherwise you could be cheated. Here are some useful hints to keep your diamonds dazzling for a long, long time:

If you think brushing is just to brush hair as one likes, you’re probably wrong. So for certain tips read on… * Start with a good brush. Spiky brushes can damage the hair. Nylon brushes are effective and bone combs are ideal. * Brush from the roots to the ends. * Brushing before shampooing can help to redistribute the natural oils to the hair. * To brush, in order to stimulate circulation to your scalp, and add extra fullness, bend from your waist, throw hair over the head, brush up from the nape to the ends of the hair. * A light daily brushing helps get rid of accumulated surface dirt, but any manipulating tends to make hair more oily, so don’t overdo it.