Beauty and Home Remedy

A good nourishing DIY face mask is necessary for dry skin during winters. The cold weather already makes our dry skin flaky and parched. It loses its glow and looks very unhealthy. Dry skin is prone to wrinkles and fine lines. It ages very quickly compared to the oily or combination skin. This mask will help our skin with that too. A nourishing face mask will deeply moisturize the skin, help the skin to maintain its natural glow and softness. It will also improve skin quality. After applying this nourishing face mask, the skin will feel hydrated. There are other points that we have to keep in mind if we want our skin too nice and glowy during winters. Have a balanced diet and drink lots of water.                                   The ingredients like banana, cocoa powder and glycerin used in face mask are powerful agents to keep our skin nourished and plump. If you want to know how to prepare this DIY mask and its benefits, please keep on reading this article. NOTE:- PLEASE DO

I am sure you guys are reading this article as you are attracted by the title of it. Don't worry I can guaranty you that you won't be disappointed with this DIY hair mask. The ingredients used in this hair mask great in getting rid of dry and damaged hair. It will not transform your hair like magic from the first usage. But with regular application of it will make the hair silky, soft and more manageable. It will also improve hair texture and hair quality. This hair mask will also make your hair grow really fast. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. INGREDIENTS:-   Shikakai powder (3 tablespoons ) Amla powder ( 2 tablespoons ) Banana (1) Unflavoured yogurt (3-4 tablespoons ) Tea tree essential oil  (4 drops )(OPTIONAL) PREPARATION: - Firstly, put the banana into a blender to make a smooth paste.  In a clean glass bowl add shikakai powder, amla powder and yogurt one by one.  Then

Applying a good DIY face mask can lift ours. This is the best time where we can pamper our skin and enjoy our "me time". DIY face masks can go a long way to treat and enhance the quality of our skin. Clarifying a face mask is takes away all the dirt, impurities from the skin. Gram flour or besan is one of those ingredients that can cleanse the skin deeply but doesn't strip the natural oils from the skin. It is mild but does the job perfectly. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. GRAM FLOUR AND BANANA FACE MASK:- Take 1 tablespoon of gram flour, 2 tablespoons of banana paste and 1/2 teaspoon of rose water.  Mix everything well.  Apply this mask to your face.  Keep it on for 15 minutes.  Use lukewarm water to take it off. And use some cold water at the end.  It is suitable for all skin types.  It can be done 2-3 times a week. GRAM FLOUR AND BASIL FACE MASK:- Take 2 tab

We are already aware of the benefits of beetroot for our health. Studies have shown that it can cure many health problems. It can also be used to enhance our skin tone. Vitamins and minerals rich beetroot juice provide a healthy glow to the skin. It also helps in removing dark patches from the skin. It evens out the complexion.                 In this article, I will be sharing some effective DIY beetroot face masks that will make the skin glowing and radiant. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. 1. BEETROOT AND OATS FACE MASK:- Take 2 tablespoons of oats powder and 2-3 tablespoons of beetroot juice. Add a few drops of honey to it.  Mix well.  Apply this mask on your clean face.  Keep it on for 15 minutes.  Wash it off with normal water.  One can use it twice a week.  It is suitable for all skin types. 2. BEETROOT AND YOGURT FACE MASK:- Take equal part of beetroot juices

Milk cream or malai is one of those ingredients that our mothers and grandmothers have been using in our skincare rituals over centuries. It has so many benefits for our skin that make the skin soft, smooth and plump. If we start using it in our face masks, it will change our skin for better. The lactic acid in it promotes healthy skin cells. It is also an excellent ingredient for mature and aging skin as it moistures the skin and maintains skin elasticity.  The vitamins and minerals in milk cream heal, nourish and maintain the skin quality. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. 1. MILK CREAM AND ALOE VERA FACE MASK:-  Take 1 tablespoon of milk cream and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel. Mix well. Apply this mask on the clean face. Leave it on for 20 minutes.  Use lukewarm water to remove it. Splash some cold water to close the pores.  It can be done 2-3 times a week.  This mask is suitab

During winters our skin tends to become extremely dry, flaky. No matter how much moisturizer we apply, it still looks very dull and unhealthy. Scrubbing can really help our skin to get its glow back. Scrubbing or exfoliating removes the top dead layers of the skin that promotes new cell regeneration. In this process, our skin looks and feels plump, youthful and radiant. It also helps with skin healing and rejuvenating. It also makes our skin texture smooth. If our skin is smooth, it also makes our makeup looks flawless. So scrubbing is necessary during winters if we want our skin to look healthy. Depending on the skin types, one can choose how many times she/ he wants to apply a scrubber. Ideally, scrubbing our face once a week is more than enough. NOTE:-  PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS.  PLEASE DO NOT RUB YOUR SKIN TOO HARSHLY OR DON'T PUT TOO MUCH PRESSURE ON THE SKIN AS IT WILL HURM T

The tangy flavor of orange makes it one of our favorite fruits in winters. The high nutritional values of the orange have proven to be excellent for our health. It boosts our immune system, keeps our digestive system in good condition. But the skin of the orange is also loaded with vitamins and minerals. It contains more vitamin C. It works wonderfully well for our skin and hair. If you can introduce orange peel in your beauty regimen, it will change your skincare and haircare game.           All of the face masks that I will be sharing today, work really well in making the skin even tone. But home remedies show their results slowly. If you are willing to be consistent with the DIY masks, then they will not disappoint you. Choose any one of the below-mentioned masks and give it some time to show its magic on your skin. NOTE:-  PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS.  APPLY THESE FACEMASKS AT NIGHT T

Lemons are one of the easiest ways to get rid of unwanted suntan or dark patches on our skin. It is also very effective in making our skin brighter and glowing. But Lemon also has a downside that is its strong acidic nature. The acidic content in lemon juice can irritate sensitive skin. But lemon peel is gentler on the skin and it has also beneficial properties too. So lemon peel is a great way to get the goodness of lemon juice without irritating the skin. Having said that, I would still suggest you guys do a patch test. In this post, I will be sharing three really simple DIY remedies using the lemon peel. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. APPLY THIS LEMON PEEL FACE MASK AT NIGHT.  DO NOT GO OUT IN THE SUN AFTER APPLYING THIS MASK AS IT CAN IRRITATE THE SKIN.  ALWAYS APPLY A FACE OIL OR MOISTURIZER AFTER REMOVING  THE FACE MASK. 1. LEMON PEEL AND COCOA POWDER FACE MASK:-  In a cle

Uneven skin tone, dark patches, brown spot, acne marks, and hyperpigmentation - these are some of the most common skincare issues that many of us face on an everyday basis. Due to our super-fast lifestyle, we find it very difficult to follow a proper skincare routine. Or sometimes we are just being lazy with our skincare.                        Today I will be sharing a two steps skincare routine that will help in curing all those skincare problems to a great extent. Jusy like I always tell, one needs to be consistent with DIY home remedies. They take time but surely enhance our skin. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. In these two steps DIY remedy we have to use a DIY face cleanser and a DIY face mask, flowed by your favorite night cream. DIY FACE CLEANSER INGREDIENTS:- 1. MILK POWDER (4 tablespoons ) 2. BESAN OR GRAM FLOUR  (4 tablespoons ) 3. OATS POWDER  (2 tablespoons ) 4. COFFEE P

Frizzy and unmanageable hair is one of the worst nightmares of a girl. It especially happens when we have to attend a really important event and our hair just doesn't want to cooperate with us. It is also difficult to work with lifeless and frizzy hair. We can always use hair serums and hair spray to keep the frizziness away. But hair masks really help our hair to become manageable and less rough to a great extent. As we apply it for a long time, it nourishes the scalp, roots and the entire hair length quite deeply. Whenever we apply hair masks to tame our hair, we should focus more on the hair length. We should also not forget to apply it to the end section of our hair as it is the driest and roughest. We can apply any deep moisturizing hair mask available in the market or we can try some effective DIY hair masks to make our hair manageable and healthy-looking. 1. BANANA AND COCONUT MILK HAIR MASK:- Take 1 ripe banana and 3-4 tablespoons of fresh coconut milk. Add 1 ta

Dry, flaky skin and winter season come hand in hand. Winter is especially bad for dry skin people as their skin tends to become extremely flaky, parched and dehydrated. Here comes the hydrating face masks to the rescue. They do not only add moisture to the skin, but also make our skin glowing and bright. They also help with itchy skin and skin irritation. With proper scrubbing, hydrating face masks, and moisturization we can easily deal with this kind of skin problem. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. 1. OATS AND BANANA FACE MASK:- Take 1 tablespoon of oats powder and 2 tablespoons of banana paste. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon to it. It is completely optional. If cinnamon doesn't suit you, please skip it.  Mix everything well.  Apply this face mask on the skin for 15 minutes.  Wash it off with lukewarm water. And use cold water as the final rinse to close the pores.  It c

After a busy week, it is also good to relax our mind and body, and what's better than giving yourself a nice spa night at home. Going to regular spas can take a toll on our pocket but doing it at your home will be a lot cheaper. All we have to do is to make some easy DIY recipes that will not only rejuvenate the mind and body but also will brighten up the skin and make our hair soft and manageable. In this post, I will be sharing a hair mask, a face scrub, a face mask, and last but not least a body scrub. This whole routine will give our skin and hair amazing results. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. HAIR MASK:- Take 2 tablespoons of extra virgin coconut oil, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of castor oil and 1 tablespoon of vitamin E oil.  Mix well.  Apply this hair mask on the scalp. Give the scalp a proper massage. Then apply the rest of it to the entire hair length gene

Mung bean, also known as green gram, is a well-known ingredient in the Indian kitchen. It is a good source of proteins, minerals, and vitamins. It keeps our blood pressure in check. It is also good for our heart health and aids in weight loss. Just like its numerous health benefits, it has been proven to be a wonderful ingredient for our skin too. If you include this in your skincare rituals, it will make your skin smooth, glowing, and even tone. The antioxidants present in the mung bean add enough nourishment to our skin. NOTE 1. PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST, BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. 2. IF YOU HAVE LOT OF ACNE AND PIMPLES ON YOUR SKIN, YOU CAN STILL USE THESE MASKS. BUT MAKE SURE NOT TO SCRUB YOUR FACE. JUST APPLY THE MASK AND RINSE IT OFF WITH WATER. HOW TO MAKE MUNG BEAN POWDER? Take the required amount of mung bean and grind them into a grinder and make them into a very fine powder. It will be less abrasiv

Acne, pimple and their solutions - let's be honest, how many of us have searched this topic on the Internet. I am sure the majority of people have searched on this topic at least once. There are thousands and thousands of articles on this topic. Some of them work, while others don't. If one is suffering from acne and breakouts, first that person needs to find out the cause of it. There are so many reasons behind acne, pimples. Some are internal and some are external. Some people are dairy intolerant, so if they consume dairy products it gives them acne. Sometimes hormonal imbalance can cause breakouts. An unhealthy lifestyle, lack of exercise, unhygienic habits contribute to external causes. Once you find the cause of your problem, you easily find the solution. If you are suffering from any health issue, I would highly recommend you visit a doctor. Does natural remedy work on acne? Yes, it does depend on what kind of acne or pimple one is having. In this article, I wil

Everyone knows the benefits of oranges for our health, skin, and hair.  Many people like to have orange juice during their breakfast. Oranges are a great snack option too. People have been using oranges in their skincare and haircare regime for centuries. We can find so many beauty products focusing on oranges as their key ingredient.                    In this article, I will be sharing some really effective DIY skincare remedies using orange juice as the main element. All of the ingredients are easily accessible and inexpensive. If you really want to see a visible result, you have to be consistent with it. It is not magic that would change your skin texture overnight. But with regular usage, you will definitely see an improvement in your skin texture. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE FACE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. THE BENEFITS OF ORANGE JUICE:- It is filled with vitamin C that helps in collagen production. Thu

We are always looking for some new hair masks that can deeply condition our hair properly. During this festive season, because of using excessive styling tools and hair spray it can aggravate more hair fall. It can also weaken the hair roots. So we have to take proper care of our hair as well as scalp. In this post, I will be sharing a really effective hair mask that will not only make our scalp stronger, but also it will make our hair soft and shiny. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. INGREDIENTS:- 1. MUSTARD OIL 2. ALOE VERA GEL 3. HONEY 4. HALF A LEMON 5. ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL  (OPTIONAL) For oily scalp and dry hair:- 2 tablespoons of mustard oil, 4 tablespoons of aloe vera gel, 1/2 teaspoons of raw organic honey, 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 2 drops of rosemary essential oil. For dry scalp and oily hair:- 4 tablespoons of mustard oil, 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel, 1 te

After celebrating Navratri and Durga puja, our body, as well as skin, needs some time to relax and get ready for the upcoming Diwali festival. And the best way to pamper the skin is by applying some detoxifying face mask. Wearing heavy make up for so many hours can actually clog up the pores. It results in acne, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and dull skin. A detoxifying mask can deal with all these problems. The activated charcoal mask is a great way to detoxify the skin. One can easily make his/her DIY activated charcoal mask without putting much effort. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE SKIN. INGREDIENTS: ACTIVATED CHARCOAL COFFEE POWDER FULLER'S EARTH OR MULTANI MITTI YOGURT LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL (OPTIONAL) TEA TREE ESSENTIAL OIL (OPTIONAL) HOW TO PREPARE THE FACE MASK: In a clean glass bowl take 1 tablespoon of activated charcoal powder, 1 tablespoon of

Hair loss is a common problem for most of us. Hair fall is quite natural. The problem occurs when new hair does not grow properly or stops growing back. Then we face the issue of hair thinning. It can be solved by using home remedies. But if you are facing extreme hair fall, then you should visit a doctor and get yourself checked. You are suffering from any health issue, you should consult a doctor. The DIY remedy, that I will be sharing today, will help in hair regrowth. It will also make your hair soft and silky. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS BEFORE APPLYING IT. INGREDIENTS:- ALOE VERA GEL CASTOR OIL COCONUT OIL VITAMIN E OIL GINGER JUICE HOW TO PREPARE IT?  In a clean glass bowl, take 4-5 tablespoons of aloe vera gel, 1 tablespoon of castor oil, 3 tablespoons of coconut oil, 1 tablespoon of vitamin e oil, and 2 tablespoons of ginger juice.  Mix all the ingredients very well.  Now, apply this mixture o

Body polishing is very much similar to body scrubbing. It is a way in which we remove the dead skin cells, dirt, and grime from the upper layer of the skin. It helps in cell regeneration. It will also very effective to remove any old mark, dark patches from the skin. This process is also helpful in encouraging blood flow in the skin. In this way, it will make our skin healthy and glowy. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE SKIN TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS  TIP:-  Take a warm shower so that it will open up the pores. It will be much more effective in this way. You should always apply a nice body lotion after body polishing. RICE POWDER AND COFFEE:- Take 1/2 cup of rice powder and 1/2 cup of coffee powder. Next add 3-4 tablespoons of almond powder, 1/2 cup of raw milk and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.  Mix all the ingredients well. Apply this on your wet skin and massage your body for 5 minutes.  Keep it on for anothe

With different looks and outfits, we love trying out different hairstyles as well. If our hair looks manageable and healthy, it boosts our confidence. To make the hair silky, soft and manageable, we need to take proper care of it. I am sharing some wonderful hair masks and tips that will make the hair beautiful. We can not change our hair texture completely in a few days but these remedies will provide the scalp with enough nourishment that our hair problems will be less. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE SCALP. OILING:- Oiling is a must in any hair care routine. If we oil our hair properly, it will make our scalp healthy and hair strong. We can choose any oil that we prefer. I have already shared a few DIY oil recipes or you can use any oil available in the market. HOW TO OIL THE HAIR:- In a bowl, take the required amount of oil and very gently apply it to your scalp and hair length.

In my last post, I have already shared some DIY homemade face mask for glow and radiance. In today's post, I will be focussing on hands and legs. Both of these body parts are the most neglected parts. Since most of us are very busy with the preparation of the upcoming festivals, I have shared some really quick home remedies that will definitely work. It will not take a lot of time in preparing this. So that you guys can follow them easily. NOTE:- PLEASE DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE APPLYING ANYTHING ON THE SKIN TO SEE IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY OF THE INGREDIENTS. FOR HANDS AND LEGS TOMATO JUICE AND MILK POWDER:- Mix 3 tablespoons of milk powder with 1 tablespoon of tomato juice and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.  Apply this mixture on the hands and legs. Now, massage for 1-2 minutes.  Keep this on for another 5 minutes.  Wash it off with normal water.  You can do this 2-3 times a week. POTATO JUICE AND SANDALWOOD POWDER:- Take 4 tablespoons of sandalwood powd