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9 homemade face packs to remove tan

May 3, 2013
Summer can play havoc with your skin by causing tanning. Even after applying sunscreen and using an umbrella to protect yourself from harmful UV rays, you cannot escape tanning if you go out during the summers. But did you know …

Hollywood celebrities Madonna and Anne Hathaway’s beauty secrets

April 9, 2013
How does Madonna keep her skin looking so radiant and supple at the age of 54? What is the secret behind those smouldering looks? If these are questions that often come to mind when you see her perform in a concert and in music …

Get rid of puffy eyes naturally

March 6, 2013
Waking up with puffy eyes is an annoyance for anyone. Puffy eyes are caused due to the accumulation of fluids around your eyes. Lack of sleep, crying, activities of previous day including intake of salty food or even keeping your …

10 summer essentials in your handbag

March 7, 2013
Summer’s here and it is vital to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun and its blistering heat. You possibly cannot sit at home the entire day but when you venture out, remember to have these summer essentials in …

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 …

Diwali special: Mehndi may cause serious side effects

April 30, 2013
During this festive season, applying 'mehndi' (henna) on the hands can cause serious side effects as it contains chemicals that causes skin infections, doctors said, cautioning girls and women against using it. Mehndi dermatitis …

Diwali special: Tips to make your skin glow

November 19, 2012
While you spruce up your home and shop till you drop in these hectic days before Diwali, do spend some time on yourself too. Remember to drink water to keep your skin hydrated and stay away from heavy food for that flawless and …

Bridal skin care tips

November 19, 2012
  Wedding season is here again. And there is one thing that’s more important than any other on D-day – looking gorgeous. And how you look finally comes down to your skin because it decides the type of makeup you will …

Can psychotherapy treat skin ailments?

August 27, 2012
According to experts, an array of psychological treatments like meditation could help alleviate the physical symptoms of skin diseases. Relaxation sessions, meditation, cognitive behaviour therapy, etc. were some of the …

Why you should be wary of skin-lightening products

November 19, 2012
Would you use a cream or soap that may have the following long-term side effects – skin cancer, liver damage, kidney damage or poisoning? Well, there is now lot of evidence to suggest that some active ingredients used in …

Monsoon health guide: Dietary dos and don’ts

October 3, 2012
Monsoon though a pleasant time of the year can play havoc with your body. Here are some dos and don't that you need to keep in mind.  Dos: Go for green leafy vegetables Properly wash fruits and vegetables Eat barley, …

Monsoon health guide: Keep allergies, infections and indigestion at bay

October 3, 2012
Monsoon showers do come as a relief but also bring with them health irritants like allergies, infections and indigestion. There's no need to panic, say experts, who suggest small variations in eating habits to keep problems at …

Imagine a world without scars!

July 10, 2012
 Scars are known to affect both body and mind, be it a scar from a pimple, surgery or an accident. Finding ways to prevent scarring after wounds or surgery has the potential to improve the quality of life, now and for …

Sunscreen – dos and don’ts

November 19, 2012
It's good to apply sunscreen before you step out of home in the scorching sun. But don't use it too frequently or in large dabs, say experts after a recent research indicated that sunscreen use can increase the risk of skin …