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Easy Aerobic Exercises You Can Perform at Home

September 16, 2016 SrijitaAerobic, at, Can, easy, exercises, Home, Perform, You

The word ‘aerobic’ means ‘with oxygen’. So any physical activity that makes you move your major muscle groups(legs), in a rhythmic, systematic manner, elevates your heart rate and creates a demand for oxygen for a sustained period( at least 20 minutes), is called an aerobic activity. The benefits of aerobics are plenty. Studies have found that it lowers the risk of heart disease, and regulates blood pressure and cholesterol levels. For diabetics, it has an insulin-like effect, and hence keeps a check on blood sugar. Regular aerobics improves your respiratory…

DIY facial mists

September 9, 2016 SrijitaDIY, Facial, mists

The scorching sun dehydrates the skin and makes it appear dull. Coming to the rescue, facial mists, especially the ones made at home, can work wonders to freshen-up the face devoid of any chemicals. They can be created according to your own skin type too, says an expert. Bharti Taneja, aesthetician, cosmetologist and founder-director of ALPS Beauty Academy and Group, has shared a few tips on making your own facial mists: – Anti-bacterial clove essential oil mist (oily skin): Boil a few neem leaves in four cups of water…

7 deadly skin sins

September 9, 2016 Srijita7, deadly, sins, skin

How you age is not just a matter of your genes. Your skin is pretty much a reflection of your lifestyle, which, in turn, is all about how you eat, drink and live. If you are moaning and groaning over why your skin is suddenly looking dull, lifeless, tired or just old, check if you haven’t committed one or more of the seven deadly skin sins. 1. Dehydration Are you getting enough water? Dehydration could be the reason why you look older than you are, and wrinkled. Lack of…

Bronzing hacks you should know

September 9, 2016 SrijitaBronzing, Hacks, Know, Should, You

A bronzer can give you a different look (Thinkstock) It is important to remember to use a bronzer very carefully or you’ll end up looking like a caricature. The idea is to have a subtle look, so you have to choose one that depending on your skin tone. Here are some things to keep in mind… If you notice that your powder has cracked up slightly, fret not. Simply add a few drops of facial oil to the pieces and use it as a liquid bronzer. You can also…

Skincare guide for dark skin

September 9, 2016 SrijitaDark, for, guide, skin, Skincare

No matter how overpromising fairness creams might sound, the truth is – what makes a person beautiful is maintaining a healthy lifestyle and a positive outlook. Dark is beautiful and certainly demands as much attention as a light skin-tone would. We spoke with celebrity cosmetologist Dr. Blossom Kochhar to unravel the best ways of standing out if you are a dusky beauty. Indians believe that fair is beautiful, but we all know about the enigma of ‘dark beauty’. If taken care, dusky skin can beat the ‘sexiness’ of a…

Mermaid Thighs, the anti-thigh gap trend

September 9, 2016 Srijitaanti-thigh, gap, Mermaid, The, Thighs, trend

WHAT IT IS: A trend in which women are posting pictures showing their thighs touching. HOW IT STARTED: The trend is actually an anti-thigh gap campaign, in the sense that it encourages women — with curvy bodies, in particular — to post pictures of their thighs touching, and in the process, be proud of their bodies. And why Mermaid Thighs? Because that’s what the silhouette of a woman whose thighs touch looks like. HOW IT’S DONE: All you have to do is take a selfie showing your thighs touching.…