For many people, the cold clear days of winter bring more than just a rosy glow to the cheeks. They also bring uncomfortable dryness to the skin of the face, hands, and feet. For some people, the problem is worse than just a general tight, dry feeling: They get skin … Read more
Changing temperatures mean a change of routine, no matter which part of the world you live in. Knowing a little about how skin functions in the winter, and tweaking a few habits, can make all the difference between a dull winter complexion and glowing radiance. Start the day with a … Read more
Harmful Effects of Using Out-of-date Beauty Products Acne patches Blemishes on the skin Discoloration of the skin Eye infections manifesting as watery eyes, dryness of eyes or redness Rashes and other allergic reactions Makeup Shelf life labeling regulations do not make it mandatory to display makeup expiration dates on most … Read more
Come winter and the floodgates of information on the ‘best ways to keep skin healthy’ open to the extent that one goes numb with all the misinformation and bogus advice. Everyone from your dadi to your 10-year-old cousin has some totka or suggestion to give regarding a better skincare regimen … Read more
The more modern and tech savvy we seem to get, the more, it seemsthat we yearn to go back to our roots [and the soil]. Case in point is the impending trend of organic food and beauty products. Although the organic wave has yet to hit Pakistan, one can feel … Read more
A basic moisturizer will work well as a hydrator for the eye area, but if you want to do a little more (treat crow’s feet, reduce puffiness and dark circles), you’ll have better results with a moisturizer made specifically for the eyes. Skin around the eyes is thinner than the … Read more
If your skin has been feeling a little dull and dry thanks to the change of season, try the following homemade scrub.
The scent kind of makes me feel like I’m a gingerbread woman (which isn’t bad–just makes me hungry) and my skin feels great afterwards. It also makes a nice homemade gift for the holidays.
Holiday Body Scrub
1 cup brown sugar
How one handles and applies beauty to themselves can say a lot about how they see things around them. An activity that focuses on precise application and leaves little room for error is what makes beauty such a popular activity. That can sound intimidating to a novice, which is why … Read more
With chapped lips, scaly arms and cracked heels everywhere, it’s beginning to look a lot like winter. Winter brings more than just a rosy glow to the cheeks; uncomfortable dryness to the face, hands and feet also accompanies the weather. Skin tends to result in flaking and cracking. It’s time … Read more
Beauty. There are just so many ways to define it as it doesn’t mean the same thing to everybody. There are also so many ways that somebody can beautify themselves or even other people. With so many ways to do things, you are probably wondering where you can begin. Try … Read more