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5 FOOD RULES TO PREVENT HAIR FALL?

What hurts more than a break up? Hair fall. While this might make for a funny meme, it does have its roots in truth. There is something sinister about watching more strands than usual on the hair brush. And here…

Skincare

HOW TO GET RID OF BODY ACNE: CAUSES AND REMEDIES

Body acne does not sound very appealing, but it is a very common skincare concern. We asked the experts for all the triggers and the best solutions Acne, even during the times when it’s not on the face for the…

Wellness

THE PERFECT DIET PLAN IF YOU ARE SUFFERING FROM DIABETES

What would your diet look like if you had diabetes? Most people think that to begin with, it would have no refined sugar at all, but that’s not all there is to it. It’s all about the GI… Modern diet…

Wellness

AYURVEDA TIPS FOR MONSOON

What if the small changes you made in your lifestyle during monsoon could help you keep the bugs at bay and enjoy the cool verdant surroundings? And as a bonus give you glowing skin as well? Take pointers from Ayurveda,…

Wellness

BENEFITS OF TURMERIC MILK (OR WHY GRANDMOTHERS ARE OFTEN RIGHT)

It is the ultimate elixir to most of your woes While chilli is frequently associated with India, it wouldn’t be far-fetched to say that turmeric is the spice most commonly used. Rarely will you find an Indian recipe prepared without a dash…

Natural Beauty: Getting It Right

Over the last few decades the beauty universe is turning over a green leaf, getting as close to nature as scientifically possible. However, it’s erroneous to conclude that botanical or organic products are chemical-free? While we would like to romanticise…

Hair

Inside a British Hairdresser’s Mind

Hairstylist Liam Fry, co-owner of the award-winning salon, Tony Wood Hairdressing at Portsmouth, United Kingdom talks about keeping hair both real and beautiful. It’s a hot and humid afternoon in Mumbai and I am waiting to get my hair styled…

Wellness

CAN A DREAMCATCHER REALLY HELP YOU SLEEP?

Authentic Native American dreamcatcher is more than just a pretty hoop with fluttering feathers. Here’s how it helps to harmonise the energies around you leading to some beauty sleep The notion that the dreamcatchers can filter your dreams owes its…

Wellness

WHY YOUR SOUL MUST EMBRACE THIS SUSTAINABLE WELLNESS LINE FROM THE HILLS?

I begin my #behindthebottle series with, Pahadi Local. A sustainable brand that packs in the goodness of the hills in simple bottles. Why I love Pahadi? Because the products are effective, but more so because I trust the brand. It’s…

Make-up

Why Every Indian Woman Should Check Out MAC PADMA Collection?

MAC Cosmetics brings out its latest limited-edition, MAC Padma, in collaboration with the successful beauty icon who revels in her ‘dusky’ complexion. Every year, MAC Cosmetics collaborates with an inspiring personality to create a range of limited editions. This year…