Laser Hair removal treatments – A Caution Laser Hair removal treatments have become a popular and widely accepted form of permanent hair removal techniques in the world over. What is described as a harmless, virtually trouble-free technique of removing undesired hair on your body, this permanent Hair removal treatment involves spotlighting a laser beam at the root of the hair follicle, restricting the growth of hair. This method is different to the Intense Pulsed Light system (IPL) which consumes a smaller amount of influential, diffused light waves. Now all this may seem harmless and simple but the same treatment if is done by inexperienced and unqualified cosmetologists can lead to severe damage to the skin. Like in a recent case in the city of Hyderabad an NRI lady had come to get the treatment done for her facial hair removal in a so-called reputed skin clinic, ended up with burnt scars on her face.Apparently the clinic was just 3 days old and the doctors were new. What happens in this treatment is that lasers make use of laser beam with low energy. These laser beams pass through the skin of patients and the energy flows to the hair shaft and gets absorbed by follicles of hair, thereby hindering the hair follicle in the profound layer of the skin. This laser hair removal treatment does not affect the hair follicles. In several cases, slight pinching pain can be experienced and mild anesthesia is required. It could also lead to reddish and soreness of the skin. If the beams are used in higher energy it can burn the skin and damage the upper layer of the skin. When the skin gets burnt it takes a while to heal and may also require other cosmetic treatments to help cover the scars. Just because a pamphlet is distributed advertising about these laser hair removal treatments with skin clinic corporate brand name one should not fall for it. Checking the credentials of the clinic and the cosmetologists’ qualifications is a must or else it could lead to these “cosmotological” disasters. After all it’s your skin at stake!
Aloe Vera Cube Cure for Sun Burns Summer may be on the downtrend but it still continues to seethe and burn especially after for those who travel a lot. Your SPF lotion may sometimes wear and out and the sting of the sunburn can be quite painful. We found this very simple and easy to make sunburn cure using the gel of the Aloe Vera plant. 1. Take fresh aloe gel from the leaf and scrape it out in a bowl.If you don’t have fresh gel you could use the organic ones sold in the Beauty stores also. 2. Take an ice tray and fill the gel to ½ of the slot in the tray 3. Take a drop of either tea tree or rose essential oil and mix it in the gel 4. Drop a rose petal on top of the gel for a nice look. 5. Put the ice tray in the freezer and freeze the gel completely. Once frozen, take out a frozen cube and you will see a nice wobbly and cool aloe gel cube. Whenever you have an ice burn you can rub the cube over the burnt part. This cube can also be used on the face as it works as a nice facial rub to soothe the skin from any allergies or rashes.
4 Steps DIY Massage for those tired hands You have done a lot of house work, cooking, cleaning and other errands at home. Those beautiful hands of yours are tired and you want a nice , relaxing massage. There’s no time to go out for a manicure or hand spa so we figured that you could try this DIY massage for your hands. Simple and easy and no fancy creams required just a few things like a turkey towel, a scrub and your favourite moisturizer or hand lotion. Let’s get started-: 1. Dip a turkey hand towel in hot water or microwave the cloth for 30 seconds to 40 seconds till it is hot enough and place it over &rub your hands thoroughly. 2. Take a good scrub and apply it over your hand and rub it like you are washing your hands firmly.Wash your hands and pat dry after the scrub. 3. Take the hand lotion or moisturizer into the palm of one hand, and then use your other hand to knead the spot between your thumb and index finger. 4. After you've done both hands, slide the tips of your pointed finger of one hand along each finger on the other hand. That’s it! You are done with your hand massage at home. If you have any of the massage equipment like the wooden rollers you could also use this for deeper impact.
Orange Peel for Oral beauty The humble Orange Peel which is usually thrown away after the fruit is eaten can actually be used for many beauty purposes. The only thing we know is to dry the peel and use the powder in face packs and hair packs. There is another very interesting use of the orange peel and that it can be used to to reduce yellow tone on your teeth. How is it done ? Very simple rub some fresh orange peel onto your teeth regularly. The vitamin C and calcium contained in the peel will tackle the microorganisms effectively and cleanse your teeth. The citrus in the peel will also brighten your teeth just like how the lemon works. All you have to do is clean your teeth with orange peel before you sleep every night and if you can also use the use orange peel powder, in case fresh orange peel is not available. But remember to rinse your teeth after applying the peel on your teeth and you also get an added benefit of fresh orangy breath!
Define uneven lines for the perfect lip When you have an uneven lip line you would want that perfect smile or pout. Follow these simple steps to get an even lip line and a pout if possible. What you need: You will need a good concealer which blends into your natural skin tone near the lips especially and a soft lip liner. The idea is not to look too obvious that you have used a concealor and lip liner . A good quality lip brush is also an essential tool for your makeup kit. To make uneven lips appear more even: Use your lip liner to balance your top lip by outlining just outside the natural edge. Ensure that your line is even and not too heavy, then outline the lower lip, focusing on lifting outer edges / extending corners upward. Fill in most of your lips with lip pencil, leaving a space in the center of the top + bottom lip to enhance your pout. Apply your lipstick over your whole lip area, right to your new lip line, and this will make your pouted lips look not as wide or down-turned. A few key lip tips : Use a natural lip liner to subtly recreate a natural lip line, Only go just slightly outside the line, or it will look too clownish When making changes to your natural lip line / shape, always avoid shades too bright, too glossy, too dark or too shiny.
Miracles of a Concealer When we see the picture of Rekha we can’t help but admire this ageless beauty. But this beauty also has a few secrets in her makeup kit to hide the flaws in her skin.If you look at the picture above you can see the difference. The concealer is an a amazing way to hide your flaws like pigmentation, under eyes dark spots, marks, darks spots and smoothens wrinkles on your face. Concealers come in six different forms: stick, creamy liquid, cream, matte-finish, matte-finish cream-to-powder, and ultra-matte liquid concealers, which blend on smoothly and creamily and dry quickly into an unmovable layer. The shade has to be lighter than the foundation cream. Whatever form of concealer liquid , stick or matte, it is important to dab the concealer all over the required place. Once that is done take a sponge and pat it dry and evenly over the skin. You should see to that you don’t leave any patches as it will make your skin look patchy especially after you apply the foundation. Once you are done with the concealer you can get on with the foundation and the rest of the makeup and look glamorous!
Get that flawless look with Airbrush make-up We have heard of this new airbrush make up which is currently in vogue especially for the girls who are getting married and also for professional photo shoots .For the uninitiated airbrush makeup involves light spraying of makeup which gives a fine layer of make up on the skin and hides your pores and other marks for an even look- almost like the Photoshop effect! Benefits of airbrush makeup: 1. It allows you the option to custom blend different foundation colors together, 2. Creates a flawless complexion, 3. Lasts all day and night, is resistant to everything from sweat to tears, and 4. It looks amazing both in photographs and on camera. What do you need: For the airbrush makeup, you need to get an airbrushing kit that comes with a spray gun , air source and liquid foundation to match your skin tone. How do you do it: 1. Plug in the compressor; make sure that you check your air source in order to make sure the spray gun is evenly distributing the foundation. 2. Do a test patch of a piece of paper or on the back of your hand. 3. The next step in the airbrush makeup application process is to shake the foundation to remove air bubbles then insert a few drops into the spray gun opening. 4. When spraying the makeup on your face, do it in slow, circular motions and continue to layer until you get the desired coverage. It is better if you don’t do this by yourself and take professional help from makeup artists from reputed salons as the airbrush kit and compressor required is expensive to buy and also not so easily available .Secondly without proper experience it is not possible to get the flawless look and you could end up looking like a disaster. If you are not ready to buy an airbrush machine, you can also look into applying foundation with a brush, which will still give you a flawless effect.
How to use Night Creams In the previous article we has spoken about night creams and which night cream is best suited for ones Skin in “Choose and use the Right Night Cream”. In this feature we will see how one should apply and use the night cream. Follow this simple DIY bedtime regime to apply the night cream and benefit a healthy and youthful skin tone. Ideally, you should apply a night cream an hour before you got to bed. • First remove any traces of makeup or creams • Then cleanse your face thoroughly with a gentle cleanser, suited to your skin type. Rose water or any branded cleanser should be fine. Pat your face dry. • The night creams are thicker as compared to the ordinary moisturizers so you need to take small quantities. • Take a tsp of the night cream in your hands and apply the night cream in gentle upward strokes and circular motions by using your fingers. • You should avoid applying this on the area around your eyes and also on the upper lids of your eyes before sleeping or else you will wake up with puffy lids. • Next comes the neck part. Take some more cream and in upward strokes again apply it all over. A little behind the nape of the neck will do no harm either. A gentle massage on the face before bedtime is a perfect way to end your day’s beauty regimen and wake up to a younger and fresh looking skin.
Choose and use the Right Night Cream As you cross your thirties it’s time to invest in a good night cream which helps you retain your youthful looks and protects your skin from wrinkles and pigmentation. A few points for you to keep in mind when you buy a night cream for yourself apart from buying a good quality branded product. 1.For Oily Skin- Check if contains alpha hydroxy acids or beta hydroxyl acids and which are non greasy. 2. For Dry Skin- Look for a night cream that offers you a heavy cream base, meant especially for your skin types. 3.For the 20’s – Who said you shouldn't use a night cream at 20.This is the beginning phase where you protect your skin from further damage. Your night creams should contain natural ingredients like aloe vera, honey and essential oils. 4.For the 30’s -Look for night creams with active ingredients like collagen, amino acids, ceramides and retinol, rich in anti-oxidants. 5.For the 40’s-Invest in a good night cream that has contents like peptides, retinol, lipids panthenol, collagen, essential oils, ceremides, soy extract and vitamins. It should be able to fight puffiness, wrinkles and pigmentation. 6. 50’s and afterwords-It is important that you get hold of extra-rich night creams which are tailor made for old and matured skin. They may be expensive but it’s worth the money as they make you look younger and also tighten your skin.
Youthful liquid face lift with Derma Fillers In the previous article we saw what Derma Rollers are and what they can do for your skin. The other beauty treatment which many of our celebrities subject themselves to for youthful skin are the Derma Fillers. Where is this given: Now this is similar to Botox as this also involves an injection on the face to the frown lines between your brows, the deep lines from the corners of your nose to the corners of your mouth, depressions along the jaw line, the sunken areas under your eyes, or the hollowed areas of your face, wrinkles and lines. Botox is injected around the forehead and wrinkles around the eyes (crow's feet) to stop muscle movement that results in wrinkles. It has nothing to do with the plumping smoothing effect dermal fillers have. What is used: Dermal fillers called Hyaluronic Acid (HA) are found naturally throughout our body. HA is a complex sugar that maintains its three-dimensional shape in the body by attracting and holding large number of water molecules. In the skin, HA fills the space between collagen and elastin fibers and replenishes the natural support layers lost with aging while delivering essential nutrients and hydration. You also have the synthetic fillers depending on which Cosmetologist you go to, as they use different brands. What it does: By age 50, you have roughly half the HA of childhood. Fortunately, with dermal fillers you can restore the HA in the skin and give your face the volume and structure lost with aging or enhance your current features without any surgical procedures. It is injected in the specific areas and makes sagging skin plump causing it to give a youthful look. Depending on your age it may last up to 6 months to 2 years. A qualified cosmetologist who knows what s/he is doing is very important as it requires experience to inject these serums into your face. There could be reactions based on your skin types and this treatment should not be done frequently. As a follow up for any cosmetic corrective procedure, daily use of well-formulated skin-care products and sun protection is needed to keep your skin looking younger and healthier for a very long time.
Derma Rollers- How they work We have a seen the rise of skin & beauty salons offering skin treatments in a dime and dozen. With their catchy tag lines in offering younger looking skin while luring women, one needs to be completely aware of what these procedures entail, like the Botox , Derma rollers, Derma fillers, Laser treatment etc. which they offer through their pamphlets. If the above mentioned procedures are not done by qualified cosmetologists it could lead to major derma disasters, sometimes permanent disfigurement also. Derma Roller Today we will see what a Derma Roller does. It is basically used for treating acne, wrinkles, cellulite, anti aging, surgical scar removal and hair re –growth. Basically what looks like miniature road roller with a handle, it has fine needles of certain gauge like .5 to 2mm on it. Process of Derma Rolling - First the skin needs to be cleaning with surgical spirit or antiseptic lotion to prevent infection. After the skin dries the derma roller is rubbed on the facial skin in sideways, upwards, downwards, diagonally. Each time the direction changes you have to lift the roller up first and start rubbing again. The skin bleeds for a short time, but that soon stops. How it works - The skin develops multiple micro bruises in the dermis that initiate the complex cascade of growth factors that finally results in collagen production. Histology shows thickening of skin and a dramatic increase in new collagen and elastin fibers. Results - You cans see results after about 6 weeks, but the full effects can take at least three months to occur and, as the deposition of new collagen takes place slowly, the skin texture will continue to improve over a 12 month period. Clinical results vary between patients, but all patients achieve some improvements. But after each treatment you are left with a reddish face and you need to stay indoors till it heals. A face masque should be applied to soothe the inflamed skin. The needle should be made of titanium and not any other metal. This should be done by qualified cosmetologists under hygienic conditions. People with severe acne should avoid doing it as this can spread the acne further. It is better not to do it on inflamed skin. If you purchase the OTC Derma Rollers follow the instructions properly and ensure that you dip the roller in surgical spirit or antiseptic lotion before you do it on yourself.
Grape benefits for the face The sweet and succulent grapes are not only good to taste but the fruit’s seeds also help to strengthen blood vessels and enhance skin elasticity. Which means not only can you eat them you can apply the pulp to your face for added benefits externally. Grape seed oil is rich in moisturising content and also provides Vitamin C and E to the skin. Try this interesting face mask with grapes. There is no need for any elaborate procedure all you have to do is just mash the grapes and apply it like a mask and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes before washing it off. For Oily Skin: For oily skin you should mash black grapes with some multani mitti (Fuller's earth). To make it in paste form, mix it well with drops of rose water in it. Let it stay for 15 minutes on your face and then rinse it off. For Dry skin: If you have dry skin you can take mashed black grapes, avocado pulp (optional )and mix the paste with two teaspoons of honey and rose water. Leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing it off. For this summer try this succulent and fresh smelling grape mask – and remember to use the dark grapes, as they have more benefit.
Triphala herbal treatment for Acne Acne a bane in a teenagers life whether it’s a boy or girl , can leave the face scarred if proper care is not taken. This skin condition is characterized by red pimples on the skin, especially on the face, due to inflamed or infected sebaceous glands and prevalent chiefly among adolescents. This is also because of hormonal fluctuations after the onset of puberty. The first thing when the acne starts is to not get overly worried about it and go for any treatments unless it turns chronic. Mild acne can be easily taken care at home itself. A simple and natural treatment using herbs can be used to keep acne at bay. First go through a herbal steam to cleanse your face. Inhaling the ingredients can also clear your nasal passage in the process. After the steam go through very mild and gentle exfoliation. So here goes! For the Herbal Steam: 1 bowl of boiling hot water, 1 tsp citrus peel powder, 1 tsp tulsi powder, 1 tsp fennel seed powder, 1 tsp peppermint leaves. Mix these into the boiling hot water. Dip a turkey cloth in this water, squeeze excess water and place the washcloth over your face for 10 minutes dipping as when the towel turns cold. An easier way would be to steam your face with a towel covering your head. For the gentle exfoliation: Make a powder mixture with Neem 1/2 tsp, Chandan (sandalwood) 1/2 tsp, Triphala 1/2 tsp, Multani mitti 1/2 tsp. You could use milk or rosewater but the key here is not to make it a water paste but rub the powders gently just dabbing a bit of moisture so that it covers the face. After gently rubbing this over the face let it stay on your face for 5 minutes and wash off with cool water. When done on a weekly basis it can help reduce the acne inflammation. Note - you should not rub or massage your skin roughly, just a gentle clean up to close the pores after the steam is needed.
Tips to avoid skin darkening When we saw actress Kajol turn up for an event a shade fairer than what she actually is , the media went on a hype saying that she got a melanin treatment done for her skin to look fairer than what she is. Kajol has vehemently denied that she had any treatment done and attributed her fair looks to staying at home for a long period as she is not busy acting in movies anymore, which is true. Why we become dark are based on intrinsic and extrinsic factors. The intrinsic cause stems from imbalances in the hormone levels and is very difficult to treat and the external factors are excessive sun exposure, wounds, skin treatments and procedures that might not suit one's skin and anything that stimulates the increased production of melanin (substance that gives skin and hair its colour).Now as women who are forever in the search for that magic potion or treatment for fair skin , check out these simple tips which you can follow daily to get a glowing & fair skin even when going out. -Avoid exposure to direct sunlight between 9am-4pm. - Apply SPF (sun protection factor) at regular intervals of 3 to 4 hours. -Water, water, water… drinking water and staying hydrated is an essential tip to prevent hyper pigmentation. -Avoid harsh colour cosmetics like 'blush-ons' and fragrances like lavender, as these absorb UV rays and can cause hyper-pigmentation and skin darkening. - Cut down or rather stop smoking, as this further stimulates the melanin causing darkness . - Try natural ingredients like potato, tomato, curd, lemon which are easily available at home and help in reducing pigmentation and make you fairer. Keep yourself covered while you go out in the sun if you have to (sunglasses, scarf, cotton coat to cover your hands etc) and stay Sun safe to avoid getting dark!
Whacky remedy for dry feet Yes! And when we say whacky we really mean it. Ever heard of using shaving cream and mouth wash for your feet? Try this interesting combination to clean and hydrate dry fit. Here’s how you do it… * Wash your feet clean off any grime and dust. * Take a generous amount of any branded shaving cream and apply it all over the feet. * Take a bottle of mouth wash and mix arm water .The quantity should be enough for a turkey towel to be soaked in. * With the shaving cream still on your feet, wrap the towel that has been soaked in the mouth wash and warm water . * Wrap this towel around your feet and let it set for 15 minutes * Rub the shaving cream off your feet using the same towel, this will remove dry skin * Apply a good lotion or foot cream which has mint in it and massage it well.
Prevent Eyelash loss Too much of eye makeup, excessive rubbing of the eyes, hormonal issues are some of the causes for loss of your precious eyelashes. These small strands of eye hair are extremely delicate and have to be treated gently. If you notice your lashes thinning right after you try a new produce, stop using it immediately as you are likely allergic to it. What not to do Be as gentle as possible when removing your makeup at night to avoid rubbing, pulling and tugging on your lashes. Avoid wearing waterproof mascara and false eyelashes as both are very difficult to remove and require much pulling on your natural lashes during removal. When you do wear mascara, apply it sparingly. Eyelash curlers are, in fact, as scary as they look and should be avoided. They pull on your eyelashes and can inadvertently pluck them out. If you curl your lashes, make sure to use an eyelash curler that has rubber tabs on the inside to protect your lashes. For re-growth Apply petroleum jelly to your eyes at night to keep them looking long, healthy and shiny. Apply castor oil on the tips for thick lashes. Eat healthy and nutritious food – apart from your hair on the head even your eye lashes will growth thick and strong. To save your lashes, always use hypoallergenic makeup.
జుట్టు అందంగా, వత్తుగా పెరగాలంటే చక్కగా ఉండే జుట్టు అందమే వేరు. అందంగా ఆరోగ్యంగా ఉండే తల కట్టు స్వంతం కావాలంటే ఏ షాంపు వాడాలి, ఏ నూనె రాయాలి అని ఆలోచిస్తారు కాని ఏం తినాలి అని ఆలోచించారు ఎవరు. అయితే అందమైన ఆరోగ్యమైన జుట్టు కావాలంటే షాంపూలు,,కండీషనర్ లతోపాటు ఆహారం విషయంలో కూడా కొంత శ్రద్ద పెట్టక తప్పాదు అంటున్నారు నిపుణులు. సమతుల,పోషకాహారం, అలాగే కొన్ని ప్రత్యేక వ్యాయామాలు జుట్టును ఆరోగ్యంగా ఉంచుతాయట. మరి ఏ ఏ పోషకాలు మన జుట్టుకు అందాన్ని, ఆరోగ్యాన్ని ఇస్తాయో చూద్దామా! ప్రోటీన్లతో పొడవైన జుట్టు : జుట్టును ఆరోగ్యంగా,బలంగా ఉంచేవి ప్రోటీన్లు ప్రోటీన్లు తగ్గిన కొద్దీ జుట్టు పలచబడిపోతుంది. అందుకు ప్రోటీన్లు సమృద్దిగా ఉండే పాలకూర, క్యాలీఫ్లవర్,కీరా, క్యాప్సికం,టమాటా, వంటి కూరగాయలని రోజు తీసుకునే ఆహారంలో ఉండేలా చూసుకోవాలి. అలాగే sulfur amino acids కూడా జుట్టు ఒత్తుగా ఉండేందుకు దోహదం చేస్తాయి. సోయాబీన్స్ ,రాగి,బీట్రూట్,నువ్వులు, అరటి,, ఖర్జూరం, ద్రాక్షా, కోడిగుడ్డు ల నుంచి ఈ సల్ఫర్ అమినో ఆమ్లాలు పుష్కలంగా దొరుకుతాయి. సిల్కీ హెయిర్ కి విటమిన్స్ : జుట్టు సిల్కీగా, మెరుస్తూ కావాలంటే ఆకుకూరలు,నారింజ, అన్ని రకాల కూరగాయలు, రోజువారీ, ఆహారంలో తీసుకోవాలి. ఎందుకంటే ఇవి విటమిన్ ఎ ని అందిస్తాయి. అలాగే చికెన్, పాలకూర, నారింజ, బెండ, బీట్రూట్, గోదుమలు కూడా జుట్టు ఒత్తుగా పెరిగేలా చేస్తాయి. ఎందుకంటే వీటిలో ఫోలిక్ యాసిడ్,బీ- 12 లు అధికంగా ఉంటాయి. ఇక అటుకులు, రాగులు, వేరుశెనగ, బాదాములు,పాలు , పాల ఉత్పత్తుల నుంచి ఇనుము, జింక్ లభిస్తాయి. ఇవి జుట్టును రాలిపోకుండా చేస్తాయి.ఇలా జుట్టుకు ఏ ఆహారం కావాలో తెలుసుకుని తింటే చాలు పట్టుకుచ్చులాంటి జుట్టు స్వంతం అవుతుంది. - రమ.
The Rose Magic For Skin Rose is one flower that symbolizes love, enhances beauty, adds beauty to a place, brings broken hearts together and so on. Rose oil is used in most Cosmetology Clinics and Salons as a beauty potion. The significance of a rose is much more than one could even imagine. Talking about a rose, it comes in various colors but the color red is something scintillating and vigorous. So here are some lovely tips for out beautiful ladies showing where this color can be put into use !!! 1. A red gown for a night party can give you a ravishing look 2. Blood Red Lip Sticks are always an attraction for people of all skin tones. 3. Red Nail Enamels can uplift the beauty of long nailed woman. 4. A red rose near the ear with hair braided in fish tail form to the left or right is an eye catching style. 5. Add red rose petals to your bathing tub to make the shower more satisfactory and sophisticated. 6. Using a bracelet made out red roses for a night on a black dress could be the perfect combination ever. Hope these tips of red will help you flaunt your beauty and make you look a step ahead from others. Red is the color of love and intensity. Make the best use of it and go red this season !!!