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Remedies for Peeling Skin

July 31, 2008

Here is a compilation of some known home remedies that one can use for curing peeling .


Grated cucumber applied over the affected areas for 15-20 minutes has been found to be effective especially for the on the face. Regular application prevents dryness of the .


Applying the juice of fresh mint every night on affected areas of the can help prevent dryness. It is also a suggested remedy for eczema and dermatitis.


Honey, olive oil and a mixture of turmeric and sandalwood paste are very effective in rejuvenating dry, parched

Written by James · Filed Under Skin Care 

For Great looking Legs!

May 17, 2008

There’ll be plenty of flesh on show this season with micro minis and hot pants making a huge comeback,  so you’ll make sure your legs are looking at their best with our 12 simple :

1. Ditch the fuzz in favour of smooth, silky legs
The first stop to perfect pins has to be getting rid of leg hair. Whilst there may be an excuse for fuzz in the winter months, self-respecting legs should be hair-free this summer especially given the current fashion for micro minis and barely there dresses. If you’re planning to shave, take time to make it a pampering experience to avoid those in-a-rush nicks and cuts. After also shaving or waxing be sure to moisturise to keep silky smooth.

Top Tip: The on the shin is especially thin, and prone to becoming dry, wrinkled and flaky if neglected so be sure to slather on a moisturiser every morning.

2. bumps and stretch marks
bumps can occur because of a condition called keratosis pilaris or as a result of ingrown hairs. To avoid them, exfoliate legs with a grainy scrub in the shower.
Also get to work on reducing the appearance of stretch marks by applying a stretch mark corrector. Read more

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Economical Home Facial Tips!

May 12, 2008

It’s indeed a good idea to mark a day off during the week to get a home facial. Just practice these simple instructions for an exhilarating home facial:

Place a head band or scarf just above the forehead along the hairline and tie it at the nape of your neck. This is to protect the hair.

Start by cleansing the thoroughly. Choose a cleanser according to type. Apply on face and wipe off with damp cotton wool.

While the face is still damp, apply a facial scrub for deep pore cleansing. If suffering from pimples or eruptions avoid using a scrub.

If you have a normal to dry , apply a nourishing cream, wet your hands with water and massage the cream into the using outwards and upwards strokes.

Wipe with damp cotton wool or a clean, moist face towel.

Avoid applying cream if is oily but nourish neck area. Read more

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Tips to get Fairer

May 11, 2008

Get Fairer!!
 
1:
Soak 4 almonds overnight. Make a very fine paste with them, using milk to grind them.Apply this paste on the neck and face before going to bed. Wash with cold water in the morning. Repeat daily for 15 days, followed by twice a week.

2:
Take 1 tbsp of gram flour and 2 tsp of raw milk and 2-3 drops of lime juice. Mix well and apply. Wash after 15 minutes. Repeat for 4 weeks and follow up with once a week.

3:
Grind a cup of mint leaves to a fine paste. Apply and leave for 20 minutes. Wash. Continue for 15 days.

4:
Grate a tomato. Add 2-3 drops of lime juice. Apply and wash after 20 minutes. Do this morning and evening for 15 - 20 days. Apply well on the neck area also.

5:
Diluted Vinegar
Potato juice with 2-3 drops of lime juice.
Cucumber juice with 2-3 drops of lime juice.
Diluted lime juice.

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Hand Care

May 4, 2008

For majority of people especially housewives and manual workers, the hands are the most overworked and ill-used part of the body. They are exposed to all kinds of wear and tear: to the effects of temperature and climate: to frequent wetting: to the onslaughts of harsh chemicals: and to the risk of minor injury and subsequent infection. Yet the care of the hands is often completely overlooked until, say, the becomes rough and cracked or a nail is broken.
Here are a few simple that can make your hands look beautiful.

Washing your hands innumerable times with soap makes your lose its moisture. Keep a piece of lemon next to your hand-washing soap. Rub it over your hands at least once a day, before washing. This will help delay the onset of age-spots.

While doing household chores make it a point to wear rubber gloves. It is a good idea to wear cool cotton gloves whenever possible.
Cracking your knuckles can give you wobbly fingers. So stop breaking them unless you want fat fingers, which you think are a turn-on.  Read more

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