Hair And Beauty Talk

1. Not matching your foundation shade to the skin on your neck Foundation is supposed to create a perfect, smooth complexion and cover up any imperfections. This is why you should always use a foundation which blends in with your skin on your jawline or neck.   2. Applying makeup on dry and flaky skin   The makeup will not blend perfectly on dry and flaky skin. Fix the dryness by exfoliating regularly (to get rid of flakes) and following that up with a rich moisturizer. Smoother skin means a much smoother application and finished look.   3. Using under-eye concealer that’s lighter than your skin color   A concealer that’s lighter than your foundation or natural skin color ( if you don't wear foundation) will brighten the under-eye area creating a strong, distracting contrast. So choose a concealer that is same shade as your foundation or your skin tone.   4. Wearing Dark Lipsticks on Thin Lips   Dark colors make already-small lips dwindle. Brighter, richer ...

1. The Golden Rule   Make sure you always and I mean always remove your makeup before going to bed. The skin needs to breathe overnight and makeup prevents that. Leaving it on overnight clogs the pores which may cause blemishes and/or blackheads. Best makeup remover is Coconut Oil, just put some oil on a cotton pad and gently massage the oil onto your face to get rid of the makeup and dirt.   2. Exfoliate your skin   Exfoliate your skin at least once or twice a week to remove the layers of dead skin and to get a more healthy glow and brighter skin.   3. Moisturize your face   Moisturize your face no matter what your skin type is. Even if your skin is oily moisturize. If you don't your skin will produce more oils to compensate the lack of moisture on the skin which in turn makes your skin more oily.   4. Hydrate yourself   Drink lots of water daily, at least 8 glasses. Also, eats fruits and vegetables that have a high water content.   5. Wipe Down ...

Lady R aga is an Indian Beauty Subscription bag and is quite a versatile one. It sends 2-3 beauty products every month along with a piece of jewellery and a surprise gift. So in total you get 5 products. It does comes with a cue card with all the products and their prices on it. They also send a best wishes greeting card with the subscriber’s name on it.It is an jewellery cum beauty subscription. The Lady Raga Bag always contains high end products. They have different pricing options according to the plan you choose. It starts with Rs 666 per month for a one month subscription. If you opt for a longer period , the subscription charges per month go down. Lady Raga Bag September 2016 : This month, they are celebrating their 1st Anniversary. So the theme this month is anniversary month theme. Let’s see what all I got in my bag this time.   First of all the bag itself. This time they have sent a Mustard coloured sling bag. The quality of the bag is amazing. It is soft and it has tex...

1. Turmeric Turmeric has strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It will eliminate the harmful free radicals that are damaging the skin. It enhances collagen production, and this will make your skin fairer, supple and glowing.     You Will Need Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon Gram flour (also called chickpea flour) - 2 tablespoons Milk or water - enough to make a smooth paste. Method Mix the turmeric powder with the gram flour and then add enough milk or water to form a paste. Apply this on your face and neck. Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with plain water. Do not wash your face with face wash for atleast an hour after this remedy. Use this remedy once or twice a week. 2.Tomato Tomato balances the skin’s pH levels. It closes pores, preventing bacteria, dirt, oil, and dead skin cells from clogging them. Tomatoes contain anti-oxidants that protect against the free radicals that cause acne and reduces the appearance of acne scars. The n...

1. Plain Yogurt Mask   Ingredient: Plain yogurt- 1 cup Method: Just whip up the fresh plain yogurt nicely and apply it all over your hair including the scalp. Keep it 20 minutes by covering with a shower cap and then, wash off with mild shampoo and conditioner. This simple yogurt mask can condition your lifeless strands deeply and make it smooth, strong and shiny. It will also make your scalp dandruff as well as itch-free and help you get rid of split ends. 2. Aloe Vera Gel:   Aloe vera isn't just for skin care, it has multiple uses for hair care, including one for deeply conditioning your hair! Ingredients: Aloe vera gel Method: Mix equal parts aloe vera gel and water, then massage into your hair. Allow the mixture to sit for 30 minutes. Then rinse with cold water. 3. Banana and Milk Mask   Ingredients: Ripe banana – 1 medium-sized Raw milk – 2 tablespoon Method: Make small pieces of the ripe banana and blend it with milk in a blender and make sure t...