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Hair

5 pro hacks to manage monsoon hair

Rains and ‘good hair days’ feel like oxymorons because styling the monsoon hair and keeping it in place is challenging. It’s one of our worst nightmares as hairstylists to have hair flat within minutes of a great blowout, concedes Bianca Louzado, celebrity hair and makeup artist.…

Fragrances

Decoding Chloé Naturelle Eau De Parfum

Nature is my inspiration and respiration; I resonated with this line in the Chloe Press Kit. Every holiday, I try a new fragrance (perks of the job), and during my recent holiday to Mauritius with friends, I took Chloe Naturelle…

Fragrances

8 perfumes to carry you through festive and party season this year

Though the fruity floral notes we loved over the summer will always hold a special places in our hearts, the tropical fragrances we wore in the warmer months may not translate as well, and can even disappear altogether once the temperature starts…

Skincare

We’ve answered every question you have about bikini waxing

What is the bikini wax? Are there different kinds out there? Bikini wax, in simple words, is the removal of hair from the pelvic region. And then, there is the Brazilian wax where you remove everything – the front, the sides and…

Wellness

6 ways to keep your spine and back pain-free when you sit in front of a computer all day

If you’re spending your days switching between hunching over a laptop and swiping on a phone, you’re likely to end your day with a dull ache in your neck and back. This tilt can cause the spine to compress prematurely, resulting…

Wellness

The healthiest nuts you can add to your diet to boost hair growth, immunity and more

Haven’t we all heard that big things often come in small packages? It’s certainly true when it comes to nuts and nutrition. These tiny but tough shells pack a storehouse of healthy fats, proteins and fibre, all which boost the system from…

Wellness

5 expert-approved ways to improve your stamina and amp up your workout routine

Whether you’re gearing up to run your first-ever marathon, working on your resolution to get fitter before the year ends, or simply looking for ways to keep up with your toddler, the first thing you’ll need to work on is your…

Wellness

6 foods pairings that are healthiest when eaten together

As it turns out, certain foods just work better together (read: peanut butter and jelly) for more reasons than just their taste profile—each one improves the benefits of the other, serving you with a complete meal. This concept of pairing…

Wellness

4 yoga and meditation experts reveal their favourite stress-busting poses and techniques

It’s easy for stress levels to skyrocket this time of the year. The hustle at work is real, and with a schedule that is more jam-packed then ever, all the family commitments and parties can get overwhelming. How does one unwind and…

Wellness

This is what happens to your body when you’ve overindulged at a party

If there is one thing that takes a backseat during the festive season, it’s the practice of mindful eating. According to registered dietician Fatema Valikarimwala, you don’t need a nutritionist to portion control your plate on a day-to-day basis. All you need…