Tuesday 28 January 2014
10 Amazing Benefits Of Multani Mitti

Fuller's earth better known as multani mitti, is one of the most popular beauty products in India. It helps to reduce acne, cleanses your skin deeply, does not have any side effects, and is affordable too! But, did you know that along with being used as a face pack, multani mitti can be used for other purposes also? Here, explore the multiple benefits of multani mitti for your skin, hair, and home.

1. Care for all skin types

Unlike most face packs, multani mitti can be used on any skin type. If you have oily skin then simply mix multani mitti with rose water and apply it on your face. Those who have dry skin should add a paste of almond and milk to multani mitti and apply it regularly for nourishing their skin.

2. Reduces pimples

The best way to soothe red angry pimples on your face is to use multani mitti. Mix it with tomato juice, turmeric and sandalwood (chandan) and apply it on your face for ten minutes to reduce the inflammation. To get rid of pimple marks, add neem paste, clove paste, camphor (kapur), and rose water to multani mitti and use it every week.

3. As a body wash

Want an affordable and natural body wash, which will leave your skin soft and supple? Then mix a cup of oatmeal and neem powder along with a spoonful of turmeric, one fourth cup of chandan, black chickpeas (chana) powder, some milk and multani mitti. Use this daily as your body wash and you will be delighted to see the healthy glow on your skin.

4. Substitute for shampoo

Replacing your shampoo with multani mitti is one of the best gifts you can give your hair. It acts as a mild cleansing agent that will not only get rid of the excessive oil from your scalp, but will also condition it deeply. Multani mitti removes all the dirt from your hair without washing away the natural moisturisers.

5. Get rid of split ends

A multani mitti hair pack is all you need if you want to get rid of your split ends! Oil your hair overnight and in the morning wrap a towel dipped in hot water around it. After an hour, wash your hair with a paste of multani mitti and curd. Next day, shampoo your hair and apply your conditioner. Use this pack every week and your split ends will definitely disappear.

6. Improves blood circulation

Multani mitti paste is very soothing and can improve the blood circulation in your body. All you have to do is simply apply the mixture on your tired limbs and you will start feeling better in no time.

7. Hot and cold compresses

If you are suffering from muscle cramps, burns, insect bites or even menstrual pain, you can use multani mitti as either a hot or a cold compress. Just mix it with either warm or cold water and apply the paste on the affected area. If you are badly sunburnt and want to soothe your skin, you can apply the paste on your entire body. However, avoid the chest area as this paste is very cold and may give you a cold.

8. Stain remover

Multani mitti is used to absorb stubborn stains like grease, oil and even blood on your clothes. Just wet the stained area and rub multani mitti on it till the stain vanishes.

9. Multani mitti is truly a great skin care ingredient as it helps you tone the skin too. Add one beaten egg and one spoon of curd to one spoon of multani mitti. Mix it well and apply it on the face for 20 minutes to achieve a toned skin.

10. You can reduce scar marks by applying the paste of one spoon of carrot pulp mixed with some multani mitti and 2 spoons of olive oil.
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Sunday 19 January 2014
Top 10 Face Cleansers for Oily skin

Oily skin is more prone to pimples, acne and other skin problems due to the enlarged pores and excessive oil production from the sebaceous glands. But if you take proper care of oily skin, you can get rid of these skin problems. And one of the most important steps in Oily skin care routine is cleansing.

The market is flooded with many cleansers that claim to be the best for oily skin. Choosing right one can be a bit hassle. Don’t worry though; here I am listing top 10 cleansers for oily skin that actually worked for me.

1. Cetaphil Cleansing Lotion for Sensitive Skin

Cetaphil is quite popular as the best among the best cleansers for oily skin in the market.

2. Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Face Wash

When talking of face cleansers for oily skin, this is another product that we simply cannot miss.

3. Himalaya Purifying Neem Face Wash

This is a popular choice among the natural cleansers for oily skin.

4. YSL Forever Youth Liberator Cleansing Foam

This cream morphs into a foam on contact with water. Testers loved its delicate floral aroma almost as much as their “radiant glow.”

5. Garnier Skin Naturals Fresh Deep Clean Face Wash Mint Extract

Pros:
  • Makes the skin clean and oil free.
  • Gives a cooling sensation due to the presence of menthol.
  • Prevents formation of acne.
  • Helps in soothing existing acne.
  • Soap free.
  • Lathers well.
  • The smell is refreshing.

6. Clean and Clear Face Wash

This is one product that you just have to try in order to see how great it is. It is good for all skin types, however, I do not recommend it for your face if it is very dry. If you want a cleanser that easily removes makeup, then say hello to this one.

7. Olay Face Wash

Do you have sensitive skin? If so, then you are not alone and the makers of this product know that there is sensitive skin located throughout the world. I don’t know about you, but I must say that I am very glad to find this face wash sitting in my bathroom cabinet each day. When you look at the price, you may think that it is too cheap, but it is still high quality, believe it or not. It is oil free, dye free and fragrance free.

8. Laura Mercier Face Wash

This product claims that it will melt that makeup away without stripping the skin with all of those harsh detergents. Does it live up to its expectations? It sure does! When I take a look in the mirror each night after using this cleanser, I do not see a red face. When I used those other face washes, I would always have red, irritated face.

9. Clinique Face Wash

It even got the sunscreen off of my face. This is a lightweight, silky cleansing lotion. It is great, but it does not wash completely off of my face unless I use a washcloth, but that is easy to deal with. If you have dry skin or rosacea, then this would be a great choice for you.

10. Lotus Herbals Tea Tree Face Wash

Pros:
  • Cleanses the skin effectively.
  • Provides a cooling effect.
  • Smell is herbal and refreshing.
  • Helps in controlling oil to a great extent.
  • Doesn’t dry out the skin.
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Thursday 2 January 2014
 Top 10 Skin Whitening Soaps In India


Every one of us long for a perfectly flawless fair skin any are ready to pay any worth to make this wish come true. Its normal human psychology and there’s nothing weird about it. A lot of cosmetic brands are available in the market today that promises to fulfill these wished. And some of them to a large extent do it too.

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