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Bacteria Trapped In Skin Pore Causes Acne: Study

December 13, 2016 Srijitaacne, Bacteria, causes, In, Pore, skin, Study, Trapped

Scientists have discovered that bacteria on the skin trapped in clogged pore, surrounded by oil and no air, release fatty acids that trigger inflammation known as acne, a finding that may lead to new treatments for the condition. The skin is the body’s first line of defence against invading germs. It is also constantly awash in bacteria of all kinds, and usually puts up no fight. “It’s a big puzzle as to why we tolerate all these bacteria on our skin,” said lead researcher Richard Gallo, from the University of…

Men’s Skin: 5 Face Care Tips to Prevent Acne and Blemishes

December 13, 2016 Srijita5%;, acne, and, Blemishes, Care, Face, men's, Prevent, skin, Tips:, to

When we talk about skin and beauty, unknowingly or so, we always refer to women, side-lining the men. In the polluted urban cities that we live in, skin care is imperative to both men and women. In fact, men have thicker skin as compared to women, with larger pores that become a magnet for all kinds of dirt and debris if proper care is not taken. At the same time, men’s facial skin experiences the trauma of shaving every day, and this makes their skin more vulnerable to irritation. The…

Besan for Skin: 10 Best Natural Packs for All Skin Types

December 13, 2016 Srijita10', All, Besan, Best, for, natural, Packs, skin, types

Besan ubtan is just another desi nuska our mothers and grandmothers have up their sleeves, something that’s been passed down from generation to generation. And we assure you, it’s no hoax. Besan (gram flour) has antimicrobial properties and is known to remove dirt and toxins from deep within. That’s perhaps why it is used on every soon-to-be Indian bride, to give her a beauty boost and make her skin glow (and how!) on her big fat wedding day. The best part about besan (gram flour) is that it works for…

7 Superfoods for Beautiful Skin

December 11, 2016 Srijita7, beautiful..., for, skin, superfoods

Epidermis, the largest and the most noticeable part of the human body is the external representation of everything that goes on inside the body. In order to keep this external organ healthy and glowing, people usually follow the practice of applying moisturisers and other skincare products. However, many tend to miss the point that the key to keeping this vital organ healthy, lies within nutritious dietary habits, apart from external care and repair. Nevertheless, in this Google generation, with information overload about what to eat and what not to eat,…

15 Incredible Rock Salt Benefits for Skin, Hair and Overall Health

November 30, 2016 Srijita15, and, Benefits, for, hair, Health, Incredible, Overall, Rock, Salt, skin

“Rock salt is a superior salt, according to Ayurveda,” says Dr. Ashutosh Gautam, Clinical Operations and Coordination Manager at Baidyanath. “It is the purest form of salt – unprocessed and raw, devoid of environmental pollutants and chemical components. It contains 84 out of the 92 trace elements required by the body including potassium, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, copper and so on.” Contrary to popular belief, rock salt is not kala namak. “It is actually known as sendha namak in Hindi, and is a highly crystalline salt. It is made by…

15 Amazing Mosambi Juice (Sweet Lime) Benefits for Skin, Hair and Health

November 18, 2016 Srijita15, Amazing, and, Benefits, for, hair, Health, Juice:, Lime), Mosambi, skin, sweet

Mosambi (sweet lime) is a citrus fruit, which has many points of origin, straight from Indonesia to China. But according to a 2004 report published in the Agriculture Review, the origin of mosambi points to the hills of Meghalaya and Nagaland. You’ll usually spot people drinking a refreshing glass of mosambi juice spruced up with chaat masala and kala namak during the scorching months of summer. Mosambi in fact contains less acid than ordinary limes, and is thus praised for its mild and palatable flavour. It’s slightly difficult to eat…