Updated on 1st December, 2016 I love using a bath oil though these days I am more interested in body lotions and butters since winter needs extra care. Also, I have noticed that oil gets a little greasy on the skin and leaves a dirty layer behind which I do not like. So, I shifted to body butter. I am also planning an interesting DIY. Lets see if it comes through. Did You Know? A very good idea to moisturize your skin. Apply oil immediately after the shower and rub the towel … [Read more...] about How else can you use a Bath Oil?
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Protein for Hair : Why You Need It and When You Do Not?
Most of us know the importance of deep conditioning and moisture for our hair. We oil our hair on a regular basis and try to take good care of it, yet sometimes no matter what we do, it continues to be problematic. Assuming that you have no medical or health problems, your diet is reasonably good, you exercise regularly and try to stay healthy, it can be puzzling as to why these problems persist. In that case I'm here to tell you it could be because of a not-very-well-understood hair ingredient … [Read more...] about Protein for Hair : Why You Need It and When You Do Not?
Alternative way to applying egg on your hair
Updated on 1st December, 2016 This a very old post which I am republishing due to a comment I received. The title of the post seems to be misleading and gives away that the post talks about another type of protein which can be applied on hair. Unfortunately, this post only talks about an alternative way of using egg for hair care. I am extremely sorry for the confusion created. Today, I would be talking about the goodness of egg for our hair. Well, we have all grown up listening to the … [Read more...] about Alternative way to applying egg on your hair
4 Ways to Stop Hair Fall
How to Stop Hair Fall? Inversion Method Most of the time hair fall is just due to lack of proper nutrition to the hair follicles. This can occur due to lack of exercise or lack of proper blood circulation through out the body. The inversion method works only in such cases. Everyday for one week you must bend your head down for 4-5 minutes and keep massaging the scalp simultaneously. Repeat the exercise again after a month. The break is so that the body does not get used to the exercise and … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Stop Hair Fall
Summer Hair Care for The Summer of 16
The temperatures are on an all-time high and summers have started way before their schedule. For me, taking care of hair in summers has always been difficult but it is particularly more so this year. The heat is not helping at all and hair is getting all tangled and limp in just a day. So, I decided to follow a few simple and practical hair tips for my summer hair care. Summer Hair Care Tips Get a new Hairstyle This is something which your hair needs RIGHT NOW! A springtime clean for your … [Read more...] about Summer Hair Care for The Summer of 16
Essential Hair Care Tips You Must Follow
Guest Post by Sheetal It does not matter what hair type or scalp type you have, there are numerous hair care tips available today from which you can benefit. Be it the high humidity content in air which makes hair limp or the sweat and dust which cause frizziness and dandruff, your hair gets exposed to various elements. Taking steps to ensure that your hair remains in good quality is essential. Cover up Always! Be it even that 2 minute walk you have to take under the sun to commute to a … [Read more...] about Essential Hair Care Tips You Must Follow
How to take care of your post coloured dry hair? – My Hair Diary
It has been 6 months since I got my dry hair coloured. The reds are the worst as they fade the fastest. That is how Katrina Kaif managed to spend 55L on the Chinar-esque shade she got which I absolutely fell in love with. My red lasted for 3 months and since then my hair is chocolate brown which is not too bad if I can say so. In the long run, I can also claim that my dry hair is doing pretty well after the intensive chemical treatment it went through. But, yes, the post coloured dry hair care … [Read more...] about How to take care of your post coloured dry hair? – My Hair Diary
Yogurt and Egg to grow long hair
Updated On 3rd February, 2016. Egg is one of the best conditioners for our hair. And, massaging hair with egg is one of the best things one can do to grow hair. Egg has lot of protein content which is very useful for the health of our hair. Start massaging egg into your hair for 45 minutes. And, you would see results in as less as a month. But, 45 minutes might be too much so make it 15! And, yes, the smell. Try adding essential oil, may be! Rosemary, peppermint, thyme are … [Read more...] about Yogurt and Egg to grow long hair
Ginger infused Vinegar for Hair Growth, Dandruff and Clarifying Hair {DIY}
Updated On : 29th January, 2016 It has been soooooo long since I have done ANY DIY. This particular recipe was supposed to be published some time in last August but then I totally forgot about it. Now, if you would remember the elaborate hair ritual of Kamini aunty which I had followed. One of her products were ginger tonic supposed to promote hair growth and removing dandruff. I do not claim to know the exact recipe or anything. This was crafted by me and mum after trying to make out what … [Read more...] about Ginger infused Vinegar for Hair Growth, Dandruff and Clarifying Hair {DIY}
My Hair Diary – December 2015
When I was young, I remember my mum used to be very particular of not getting me a hair cut except from her own hands and needless to say she was not a hair stylist. I am not sure what is with old mindsets that there is something in the hands of the stylist which lends character to your hair. What will you say about a person whose hand suited you first and later did not? Well, the same thing happened to me. The stylist I was so gaga about a few months ago is now on my hit list because of the … [Read more...] about My Hair Diary – December 2015