Just when I thought I’d developed a great skin and hair routine for myself, winter has turned to spring and it’s now summer. And my skin and hair aren’t doing so great after all. My skin feels a bit more greasy, I’m getting a few new breakouts and my hair gets greasier a lot sooner…
Winter and spring have come and gone and no matter what I used, my skin never really felt moisturized. (Is it just me or is moisturizing a pretty big pain anyway?) I also have a mild problem with little ingrowns, especially on my legs. And loads of little Keratosis Pilaris spots too. If you don’t…
Dealing with dandruff begins with an understanding of what it is and why it happens. Let’s begin with asking – What is dandruff? Basically, dandruff is the accumulation of dead cells from the scalp. Although the flaking and shedding of dry and dead skin cells from the scalp is common, with dandruff, this process…
The sad truth is that many of us barely find the time to take care of ourselves and even if we do, let’s face it – feet come last on that list. Add to this health conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, diabetes or just general dry skin, and it’s a recipe for disaster for…
To begin managing dandruff, it is crucial to understand it at its core. To read Part 1 of the Dandruff series, go here. Now, while the scientific research exploring diet and dandruff is limited, certain things have been suggested to be beneficial – both in terms of topical application and consumption as food. In particular,…
Boroline is a mildly antiseptic, highly moisturising multi-purpose ointment. This little green tube is found in most Indian homes as the go-to solution for minor cuts, scrapes, dry skin etc. Read on to find out the many ways this humble ointment can be used… (You can check it out on Amazon over here or you…
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If there is something more powerful than coconut oil, it’s coconut milk. Going around the natural health circles as the latest superfood, coconut milk has numerous benefits. Read on for some great skin benefits Coconut Milk can be used for… As a makeup remover/Cleanser Combine a teaspoon of coconut milk with a teaspoon of olive…
Flax seeds are micro powerhouses in terms of their benefits and nutritional profile. Not only are they a wonderful source of protein and fibre, they’re also a wonderful source of alpha linoleic fatty acid (in other words, omega 3 fatty acid) which is otherwise mainly found in fish and some nuts. So, it’s a…
Like we mentioned in our previous article, all of us feel tired or exhausted at times. But for some of us, being tired almost ends up being a way of life – you tend to feel exhausted more often than not. If you find that sleep or rest doesn’t seem to make you feel…
