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Thursday, July 31, 2014

Oily Skin Care ........Simple, Effective, Ayurvedic and Home Made

Pimples are caused by clogged pores and the sebum secretions of oily skin. Oily skin type is especially infamous for pimples. The oil glands of this skin type is extra active and always secrete excessive oil. If we leave this skin type without proper cleaning, the probability of the occurrence of pimples, acne and black heads increases multifold. The oil secreted by the skin glands will easily attracts dust from atmosphere. The clogging of pores by this dust is the main reason for pimples. So, regular cleansing, toning and moisturizing of face with proper products helps in getting rid of Pimples.

Here are some Ayurvedic treatments for oily skin

1. Milk - Simply soak a cotton ball in milk and wipe your face with it twice a day, at least once before going to sleep. If you feel you need a little extra cleansing, add a few drops of lemon concentrate to the cotton ball.

2. Orange - Squeeze half an orange into a bowl and apply it on your face with the help of a cotton ball. Keep it on for about 10 to 15 minutes before washing off.

3. Lemon - Squeeze half a lemon into a bowl and apply it on your face with cotton ball. You can also add few drops of water into it if lemon is more concentrated. Keep it on for 10 to 15 minutes and wash it off.

4. Sandalwood and Turmeric - Mix sandalwood and turmeric powder, and add water (or lemon concentrate) to it. Then spread this paste on your face and head, and wait for about ten to fifteen minutes before washing off.

5. Aloe Vera - Cut the green layers off the leaf and you are left with a transparent, slimy, gel-like substance. In a bowl, mash this gel with your fingers as best as you can. Then apply this on your face and hair, and keep it on for about ten minutes or till it’s dry. Then, wash off. This can be the best ayurvedic face wash for oily skin.

6. Honey - Apply honey on your face with your fingers very gently. Leave it for 30 to 45 minutes and then wash it off.

7. Water - Wash your face with warm or luke warm water whenever your face gets oily.

8. Neem - Boil Neem leaves in water and allow the infusion to cool. You can apply this on both your face and scalp. It doesn’t require to be washed off; if you feel it’s too strong on your skin, wipe away with lukewarm water. One of the wonderful ayurvedic tips for oily skin and scalp!

9. Rose Water - Dab cotton drenched in rose water on your face, once a day, for about a month. It provides Cooling sensations.

10. Multani Mitti (Fullers Earth) - Mix 4 teaspoons of multani mitti with rose water and leave it on your skin for 10 minutes. Wash off with plain water.

11. Diet - It should include Green Leafy Vegetables, Fruits and 8 - 10 glasses of Water.

2 Simple Face Packs of Pimple Treatment for Oily Skin

1. Lemon Juice and Honey - Mix Half a lemon with little amount of honey. Apply it on your face for 30 minutes and then wash it off.

2. Besan and Curd Face Pack - Mix 2 teaspoon of besan with 1 teaspoon of curd. Add 2 drops of lemon and pinch of turmeric powder into it. Make a paste and apply it on your face. Wash it off with warm water after 20 to 30 minutes.Gently rub to remove the pack to remove dead cells.

Which is the Best Toner For Oily Skin ?

Rose Water or Neem Water

Which kind of Cosmetics we should use for oily skin?

Oil free moisturizers, foundations and cosmetics

Which kind of facial mask are good for oily skin?

Papaya, orange, aloe vera gel, sandal powder and honey, multani mitti and rose water

Steaming for oily skin?

Yes, is good for oily skin.

Fill a bowl or sink with hot water, cover the face and bowl with the towel so that the steam doesn't escape. This will open up the pores on your skin and remove dirt. You can also use electronic steamers, they are portable, cheap and easy to handle also.

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

15 Reasons For Drinking Water

Approximately 70% of our body’s mass is made of water and according to a number of doctors, drinking a total of eight glasses of water a day fulfills the necessary requirement of this liquid our body demands.

Here are some advantages of drinking water that can surely help you in living a healthy life.....

1. Maintains body temperature

2. Safely Reduces Weight - Drinking water regularly, suppresses your appetite to a great extent and limits your food intake.

3. Maintain the elasticity and suppleness of the skin and prevents dryness by detoxifying the skin. Hence helps us to look younger.

4. Increases Energy & Relieves Fatigue

5. Flushes Out Toxins – Gets rid of waste through sweat and urination which reduces the risk of kidney stones and UTI’s (urinary tract infections).

6. Water helps to relieve headaches and back pain.

7. Regular intake of water increases your metabolic rate and improves your digestive system.

8. Improves Skin Complexion – Moisturizes your skin, keeps it fresh, soft, glowing and smooth. Gets rid of wrinkles. It’s the best anti-aging treatment around!

9. Maintains Regularity - Improves digestion and prevents constipation.

10. Water, along with lemon or lemon juice is often used to overcome respiratory diseases, intestinal problems, rheumatism and arthritis.

11. Prevents Cramps & Sprains - Proper hydration helps keep joints lubricated and muscles more elastic so joint pain is less likely.

12. Helps to reduce stress

13. Boosts Immune System – A water guzzler is less likely to get sick. And who wouldn't rather feel healthy the majority of the time? Drinking plenty of water helps fight against flu, cancer and other ailments like heart attacks.

14. Oxygenates Blood and Lungs

15. Drinking water first thing in the morning and before brushing makes your skin glow, renews cells, balances the lymph system, losses weight, purify the colon, cures illness and diseases, etc.

How much one should drink Water in the Morning for Best Results?

Drink 1.5 liters (5/6 glasses) of water immediately after waking up.

Avoid drinking or eating anything else for an hour before and after drinking the water.

Do not drink beverages that contain alcohol the previous night.

At first, you may have a hard time drinking 6 glasses of water at a go. However, it becomes easier as your body gradually becomes accustomed to the routine. When starting, you can slightly modify the routine as follows; consume 4 glasses of water, pause for about 2 minutes, then drink the remaining 2 glasses of water.

How much water should I drink?

At least 8-10 glasses a day. In summers you should have more.

Warm or cold?

Preferably water should be at room temperature. Try to avoid drinking cold water. Drinking luke warm water before bed and after waking up in morning is really good and beneficial.

Can I eat right away?

You should wait at least 15 minutes after drinking your water to eat.

But Remember drinking excessive amount of water can also lead to loss of sleep as people have to get up in the night to go to the toilet, and other studies show it can even cause kidney damage, instead of preventing it.

Taking on too much water can lead to a rare but potentially fatal condition called hyponatraemia, which sees the body’s salt levels drop and can lead to swelling of the brain.

So, just take a good amount of water a day so that you can live a healthy life.

So, if you haven’t already, go to the nearest water cooler and pour yourself a large glass of water; repeat this practice eight times a day for best results!

15 ways to get Long Beautiful and Healthy Hair.....

It is no wonder women crave for long beautiful healthy hair.

So if you’re looking to grow your hair long, here are a few tips for healthy hair that you will need to follow..........

1. Oil and massage it for a while for better hair care at least twice a week.

2. Wash your hair regularly. Do not wash more than thrice a week.

3. Use cold or normal tap water for washing your hair. hot water will make them fizzy and dry.

4. Do not use too much of shampoo.

5. Condition your hair properly with proper conditioners at regular interval of time. Oiling your hair before shower works reaily well. You can also have a Hair Mask.

6. Use a broad toothed combs for better combing. Do not brush wet hairs. Brush your hair gently and sensitively.

7. Exercise or do yoga regularly.

8. Eat healthy foods that will keep your hair strong and lustrous. Increase the intake of Proteins, Amino Acids and Vitamin B Complex.

9. Stay hydrated. 8-10 glasses of water a day.

10. Do not take Stress. Don't be in depression.

11. Trim your hair as frequently as necessary to remove the split ends so that you hair can grow well. Hair with split ends stops growing and the result is uneven growth

12. Avoid heat as much as possible. If you want waves and curls, adopt a few of the natural methods. But of you have to use heat when straightening, reduce the temperature. Use standard products.

13. Don't style your hair is tight ponies or hair do’s way too frequently, it can lead to breakage.

14. Say no to chemicals for better hair care. Try to use herbal products and shampoos.

15. Use good quality of rubber bands, hair bands, hair clips, hair products, hair accessories, etc.

These few steps will really help you to get long hairs and will make your hairs to grow fast. TAKE CARE.....

10 Steps for Rosy Pink Lips

Everyone wants beautiful, bubbly, rosy pink lips.......
So, here are some steps for pinky lips.......

1. Exfoliate your lips with a toothbrush everyday very gently.

2. Every night before going to bed, apply mixture of honey, glycerin, and orange or lemon juice to lighten dark lips naturally.

3. Don’t bite or lick your lips as it causes the darkening of lips.

4. Keep them moisturized. Keep a handy lip balm. Use lip balm which has SPF in it or use sunscreen, as it will prevent further darkening.

5. Increase intake of water. At least 8-10 glass of water are recommended.

6. Massage your lips with yogurt in morning and evening.

7. Avoid intake of tea and coffee, or minimize it and QUIT SMOKING.

8. Do not get obsessed with your lipsticks.

9. Paste of honey and crushed rose petals together. Apply it everyday to get pink lips.

10. Mix almond oil and milk cream (malai) and apply to the lips. It will moisturize your lips and prevent darkening.

These are some steps which will really help you to get beautiful lips.

Friday, July 25, 2014

Most Amazing, Fabulous and Beautiful Waterfalls of India

Dudhsagar Falls

Dudhsagar Falls (literally Sea of Milk ), Goa stand as on of the highest and the most powerful waterfalls in the world. The rail route that passes through the waterfall is more of a boon for the people interested in viewing natural beauty. The best time to visit the falls is at the peak of the monsoon season when the river is at its highest flow. The fall splits into 4 tiers creating a truly awesome scene.

Jog Falls

Jog Falls is created by the Sharavathi River falling from a height of 253 m (830 ft), making it the second-highest plunge waterfall in India.

Chitrakoot Falls

The Chitrakoot Falls is a waterfall located near Jagdalpur, in Bastar district in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh on the Indravati River. During monsoon the river touches both the banks and is filled with silt.

Dhuandhar Waterfall

Dhuandhar Waterfall are fed by the Narmada River in Bhedaghat, Madhya Pradesh. The Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat rise to a hundred feet on either side of the Narmada. The light of sun shine brightly on the marble-white pinnacles and casting dappled shadows on the pellucid waters.

Hogenakkal Waterfall

The Hogenakkal Waterfall is located in south India in the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu. The river has eroded the softer rocks making the water fall circle and then finally drop into a crevasse before flowing away.

Elephant Falls

Elephant Falls are located 12km from Shillong, in the far northern part of India. The famous Elephant Falls have been depicted in many paintings due to their stunning appearance the falls deliver.

Iruppu Falls

Iruppu Falls is located in Brahmagiri Range in Kadago district of Karnataka near the Kerala border. Unlike many other waterfalls, the Iruppu doesn’t fall once, but in a series of falls resulting in an elongated waterfall stretching 300 ft. The fall’s height is only 130 feet but it beautifully flows down the continuous steps, making them one of the most spectacular waterfalls in India.

Kempty Falls

Kempty Falls are located 15 km from Masoorie, a popular hill station in Uttarakhand as much are best hills fortreks in Ladakh. It is towering icon of Masoorie.

Rajdari Waterfall

Rajdari Waterfall is located in Chakai, Uttar Pradesh and has a height of 65 meters. This is a waterfall that is unlike any other found in India or around the world, as the screen resembles a flight of stairs when the water gushes down.

Barkana Falls

The Barkana Falls is among the ten largest waterfalls in India, measuring a staggering 850 feet. It is located in the state of Karnataka, in the town Agumbe, Shimoga district.

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Halle Forest, Dutch, Belgium.........Mystical Forest with Bluebell Flowers

Really hard to belive that a mystical and fairy tale-like forest actually exists – it’s called Hallerbos (or Halle Forest in Dutch), located in Belgium.

The reason for this is the dense carpet of bluebell flowers.

These flowers thrive and bloom in spring and early summer, and it is their characteristic explosion of blue and violet that gives bluebell forests like this one their name.

The early spring blooms attracts many tourists and photographers to Hallerbos.

Foggy conditions are especially good for photographers, giving the woods a mysterious and ghostly atmosphere.

Dense carpets of bluebells are usually an indicator that the forest in question is very old. This doesn't necessarily mean that the trees in the area are old, only that the area has consistently remained wooded for at least 300-400 years.

40 ways for a HAPPY AND HEALTHY LIFE.........

Health:

1. Drink plenty of water.
2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar.
3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants, and eat less food that is manufactured in plants.
4. Live with the 3 E’s — Energy, Enthusiasm, and Empathy.
5. Make time for prayer and reflection
6. Play more games.
7. Read more books than you did in 2012.
8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.
9. Sleep for 7 hours.

Personality:

10. Take a 10-30 minutes walk every day —- and while you walk, smile.
11. Don’t compare your life to others’. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
12. Don’t have negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.
13. Don’t over do; keep your limits.
14. Don’t take yourself so seriously; no one else does.
15. Don’t waste your precious energy on gossip.
16. Dream more while you are awake.
17. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
18. Forget issues of the past. Don’t remind your partner with his/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin your present happiness.
19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. Don’t hate others.
20. Make peace with your past so it won’t spoil the present.
21. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.
23. Smile and laugh more.
24. You don’t have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

Community:

25. Call your family often.
26. Each day give something good to others.
27. Forgive everyone for everything.
28. Spend time with people over the age of 70 & under the age of 6.
29. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
30. What other people think of you is none of your business.
31. Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick. Your family and friends will. Stay in touch.

Life:

32. Do the right things.
33. Get rid of anything that isn’t useful, beautiful or joyful.
34. Forgiveness heals everything.
35. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
37. The best is yet to come.
38. When you awake alive in the morning, don’t take it for granted – embrace life.
39. Your inner most is always happy. So, be happy.

Last but not least:

40. Enjoy LIFE!

Top 10 Acne Home Remedies...........Natural Ways To Cure ACNE

Acne is a common skin problem that affects people of all ages.

Teenagers suffer the most from acne because of the increased hormone levels in their body.

Less Sleep, too much stress, unhealthy eating habits and a improper lifestyles can also cause acne. Acne can appear on the face, chest, back and scalp.

Although there is no definitive cure, there are many simple and easy natural cures using common ingredients found in your pantry and refrigerator to prevent or minimize the problem.

Also it does not have any side effects.

1. Baking Soda

Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate works as a gentle exfoliant for your skin. Thus, it unplugs the pores and removes dead skin. It also helps regulate the pH balance of the skin and has mild anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. All these characteristics make it an excellent home remedy for clearing acne.

Mix together two tablespoons baking soda, one teaspoon cinnamon powder, the juice of half a lemon, and five tablespoons honey. Apply it on your face and wash after five minutes.

You can also apply a paste of one or two teaspoons of baking soda and a little water. Again, rinse it off after five minutes.

Use baking soda on your skin once or twice a week.

2. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is beneficial in reducing acne because it cleanses your skin pores and absorbs excess oil. Plus, it exfoliates your skin.

Mix one teaspoon of honey and the juice of half a lemon in a cup of cooked oatmeal. Rub this mixture over your skin. Leave it on for 30 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water. Do this once or twice a week.

3. Multani mitti (Fuller's earth)

Fuller’s earth also known as multani mitti is good for greasy and acne-prone skin as it absorbs excess oil (without over-drying your skin) and unclogs the pores. It helps improve your complexion too. You can find it at Indian grocery stores.

• Mix equal proportions of Fuller’s earth (multani mitti), rose water, and sandalwood powder. Apply this mud pack to your face. Wash after it dries up. Repeat the process once a week.

4. Lemon Juice

The acidic property of lemons can be very useful in treating acne. Lemon will clean out dirt that has accumulated in the pores and will harden the sebum. You can use it on your skin daily but if it is too drying then use it every two or three days.

• Rub a slice of lemon on the affected area and leave it for a few hours before rinsing your face with water.

• You can also mix lemon juice with rose water in equal amounts and use the solution to wash the affected area thoroughly.

5. Toothpaste

The toothpaste that you use regularly to clean your teeth can also help clear up an acne problem. This is in fact one of the easiest home remedies for acne. Apply a small amount of white toothpaste on the affected area before going to bed. The toothpaste will reduce the swelling and dry out the acne. Within a day or two, you should see significant improvement.

6. Tea Tree Oil

Another popular natural treatment for acne is tea tree oil. Tea tree oil acts like an antiseptic and disinfects the pores. In addition, it helps kill the bacteria that cause acne.

• Apply one drop of tree tea oil to the affected area three times a day.

• If the application of undiluted tea tree oil causes skin irritation, redness, and overdrying then use a 5 percent solution of tea tree oil.

7. Orange Peel

The acidic property and high vitamin C present in an orange makes it a perfect remedy for acne. You can use the juice from the orange as well as its peel, but the peel can be more effective.

• Put orange peel in the sun and let it completely dry out. Grind the dried peel into a powder and add water to make a paste.Apply the paste to the affected area and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes. Then wash your face with warm water.

8. Aloe Vera Gel

The soothing and anti-inflammatory properties in aloe vera can treat acne in a matter of a few days. Aloe vera gel is also helpful in healing the scars caused by acne.

• You can buy aloe vera gel from the market or get pure aloe vera gel by cutting a leaf off an aloe vera plant and squeezing the gel from the middle. Apply the aloe vera gel to the affected area twice daily.

9. Fenugreek (Methi)

The herb fenugreek can also be used in the treatment of acne due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antiseptic properties.

• Mix fresh fenugreek leaves with water to make a smooth paste. Apply the herbal paste on the affected area and leave it on for about 10 to 15 minutes. Then wash your face with warm water. Repeat the process for three to four days to allow the acne to heal.

• Alternatively, grind one teaspoon of fenugreek seeds into a fine powder and add a little warm water to it to make a paste. Apply this paste on the affected area. Leave it on for about 20 minutes or overnight and then rinse it off. Do this two or three times a week.

10. Indian Lilac (Neem)

Indian lilac, also known as neem, can be used for the treatment of various skin problems. It contains antiseptic and antimicrobial properties that help kill the bacteria that cause acne. Also, it soothes the redness and inflammation of skin breakouts.

• Make a paste of tender Indian lilac leaves by adding a little water. Add some turmeric powder to the paste and then apply it on the affected area. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then wash it off. Do this at least twice a week.

• You can also apply neem oil a few times a day until you see improvement.

These simple and easy-to-follow natural treatments for acne can solve the problem to some extent. For best results, you must also live a healthy lifestyle. If you cannot successfully treat your acne with these home remedies, you should consult a doctor.