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Eggs, yoghurt and onion juice: How to use these messy but worth-it natural haircare ingredients

Turmeric can stain the skin, the smell of fenugreek can linger and coconut oil can make a mess in your shower, but the ingredients all have redeeming qualities that make them beauty DIY must-haves. The same goes for onion juice, yoghurt and eggs. We asked a dermatologist for the…

Wellness

9 benefits of almonds for skin, hair and face

The benefits of almonds are the reason why the soaked and peeled nuts were pushed into our palms every morning when we were kids. Its zinc content makes it a superfood for brain development. And when applied topically—whether it’s in the form…

Skincare

5 ways to prevent and treat those pesky insect bites

Insect bites are ubiquitous in humid weather, and if you’ve spent the day trying not to scratch an itch that it can bring, you know that it can be an uphill battle. Doctors suggest keeping your hands off (just like you’re…

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5 reasons why amla is perfect for anyone looking for stronger, thicker hair

Amla has been eaten, or been made into tonics, pastes and oils for years, for issues that range from hair loss to autoimmune disorders. Whether you choose to take it down as a shot in the AM to boost cell growth…

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5 squat variations that’ll maximise your leg day workout

Squats may be the most ubiquitous bodyweight exercise in the book—it is a part of every strength training workout, requires no equipment and can be done in small spaces too. But they’re also deceptively hard to nail down, and doing a…

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5 at-home hair colouring mistakes and how to fix them

If you spent the lockdown experimenting with box dye, you know that snafus are just a part of the game, especially if you picked unusual colours. If you can’t make it to your hairstylist just yet, we reached out to…

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How to manage and treat PCOS-induced acne and hair loss

With an approximate one in five Indian women suffering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), doctors say that more awareness is needed about the condition, especially because it can be controlled by proper diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. A major side…

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How to pick a workout that will give you the best results, based on your body type

If you’re having a hard time reaching your health and fitness goals, especially after eating clean and getting on the mat for gruelling workouts, it could have something to do with how your natural build responds to exercise, diet and lifestyle changes.…

Skincare

3 mistakes you could be making if you’re new to Ayurvedic beauty and wellness practices

While Ayurveda has been picking up steam over the last few years, it’s found new reach since celebrities like Anushka Sharma, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kourtney Kardashian have begun promoting their experiences with oil pulling, dry brushing and panchakarma treatments respectively. But with all that information, it can…

Hair

7 expert-approved foods that can help reduce hair loss

If you’ve noticed your hair start to thin or fall out, you’re likely stressing over what’s causing it to happen. Could it be a bad diet? Could it be a lifestyle factor or genetics? If it’s hormone related, it could be…