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Home remedies and face packs to fight pimples

May 17, 2013
Suffering from acne and can’t seem to get rid of it? Go natural this time and eliminate those red spots from your face. Natural packs made of fruits, herbs can help fight acne. Chandrika Mahendra, senior research scientist, …

Six amazing beauty benefits of neem

April 28, 2013
Does the untimely burst of pimples leave you feeling embarrassed? Are you tired of squeezing out the blackheads or irritated with dry skin? Such problems keep troubling girls, time and again. But instead of going for natural …

Effective ways to get rid of acne scars

April 10, 2013
The good news is that the irritating pimple on your cheek has gone away. The bad news is that it has left a pesky scar that just won’t disappear.  What to do? Dr Kiran Lohia lists out the various options that you can choose …

Easy tips to get rid of blackheads

April 2, 2013
Our skin is full of pores containing sebaceous (oil) glands which produce sebum required for lubricating our skin. Blackheads appear when there’s a build-up of oil in the skin pores causing dead skin cells to clog the area. The …

Benefits of haldi for flawless skin

March 22, 2013
Turmeric or haldi is one of India’s most widely used spices. Not only is it used to add colour and taste to our food but is also a natural remedy for various skin ailments. It is also a part of Hindu rituals. One of the most …

Multani mitti: Herbal home remedy for flawless skin

March 14, 2013
Fuller’s earth, commonly known as multani mitti has been in use as a skincare product since centuries. Before cosmetic products became a rage, women in India used home remedies to treat beauty problems like acne, blackheads, …

International Women’s Day 2013: Top 10 beauty problems women face

March 7, 2013
March 8 is International Women’s Day. Being a woman, is tough stuff! Worrying about work, home, kids, family and still  managing to look stunning can be hard work, but when that one tiny beauty issue spoils the show it can be …

Top beauty tips according to your dosha

March 7, 2013
In Ayurveda, it is said that every human body is made of a particular dosha, it can either be Vata, Pitta or of the Kapha type. Depending on what your dosha is your skin reacts and ages differently. Your skin dosha is a great …

Facials: Do you really need them?

March 1, 2013
When you see images of facials on TV, you tend to see pictures of a beautiful woman with perfect skin, lying with cucumbers on her eyes. This kind of imagery lends itself to the popular belief that facials are a mandatory part of …

DIY tips for acne-free skin

January 23, 2013
 Moderation and regularity are your friends when it comes to getting rid of acne. Eat healthy. Maintain a regular sleep schedule. Never pick or squeeze pimples. Playing with or popping pimples, no matter how careful and clean …

Getting rid of pimples is possible: Dr Ruchi Agrawal

December 19, 2012
Annoyed that your acne or pimples just won’t go away? You're not alone. This is one of the most common skin conditions that affects people the world over affecting their self-confidence and hence their personality. Dr Ruchi …

Emma Stone reveals adolescent battle with acne

December 14, 2012
Actress Emma Stone hit rock bottom after suffering severe break-outs as a teenager. She was put on prescription medication to combat her spots. Her pimples returned as she struggled to shoot her first lead role in ‘Easy A’. …

Acne vulgaris – what you ought to know

January 23, 2013
  Acne, or acne vulgaris or pimples as they are popularly called starts when oil and dead skin cells clog up your skin pores. It can occur on the face, neck, shoulders, back, or chest and be painful if they get …

Make-up – choosing the right kind

November 24, 2012
Before you choose the right kind of make-up, you need to figure out your skin type. Whether you have oily skin, dry skin or a combination skin type will determine your skin regimen and the type of cosmetics you buy. Here’s …