10 Home Remedies to Treat Acne for Dry Skin that you can do when you are going to be the Bride

Hello, everyone!

Hope you all are doing well. We are doing a post after quite some time and it always feels good to be back to the family. We have been planning to do this post since a long time. Today, one of the biggest concerns among not just women, but also men is acne. The numerous causes of acne include clogged pores, bacteria, excess oil production, dead skin cells, hormones, diet, stress, and sleep deprivation. We have seen so many people spend so much money and time on chemicals to treat pimples, only to end up with no results or scarier still, with the condition getting worse. So, here is a list of remedies you can try because they cost you no extra money, can be done at the convenience of your home and have no side effects at all.

1. Aloe vera

 

 
Aloe vera has soothing, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that helps in treating acne as well as the scars caused by acne. Not just acne, with regular use, it also helps in treating other skin problems and makes your skin clear. You can either buy aloe vera gel from the market or prepare it yourself from the leaves of aloe vera plant. Apply it on the affected areas and leave overnight.

2. Lemon Juice with Honey

 

 

Lemon juice being acidic, dries up the acne while honey has anti-bacterial properties and also helps in moisturizing the skin. Hence, this combination is suited for dry skin. You can mix the two and apply it with the help of a cotton ball on the affected areas. Leave on for 15-20 minutes.

3. Garlic

 

 

Since long, garlic has been used for its anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. It helps in treating acne without dehydrating the skin and is thus, suited for people with dry skin. Just crush a few garlic cloves and apply the paste to the affected areas.

4. Ice pack

You may know that an ice pack helps relieve under eye bags but did you know it also helps in the case of acne? However, ice packs should be used in combination with other acne treating home-made masks like a fuller’s earth (multani mitti) mask. They are of little benefit when used alone.

5. Epsom salt

 

Epsom salt is an excellent remedy for treating acne. It removes dead skin cells, kills bacteria and also balances the pH level of the skin. However, this ingredient should be used to treat acne on the back, buttocks or any part of the body other than the face. You can also use body scrubs made of Epsom
salt regularly.

6. Tomato pulp

 

 

The tomatoes are acidic which helps in drying up the acne. Tomatoes also contain vitamins A, C, and K which are found in most OTC acne treatment creams. Make a paste of tomatoes or simply cut it into halves and rub over the affected areas.

7. Papaya

 

Papain, an enzyme present in papaya, helps reduce inflammation and prevents the formation of pus. Hence, papaya makes a great home remedy for most skin problems. Mash the papaya to make a coarse paste, apply, and leave it on for about 30 minutes.

8. Neem

 

 

Neem constitutes a very popular ingredient of most ayurvedic medicines. It is used for not just skin problems but also to treat hair problems and other conditions. It has antiseptic and anti-microbial properties which reduce redness and inflammation. Make a paste of tender neem leaves with water. You can add turmeric to the paste. Apply and leave for about 20 minutes.

9. Fenugreek Seeds

 

Fenugreek is an excellent ingredient for treating acne. I have tried this and I loved the results. It has anti-oxidant, anti-microbial and anti-septic properties. Use fenugreek leaves or fenugreek seeds with water and make a paste. Apply on the affected areas and leave for 20 minutes. Do this regularly. Also, make a habit of drinking a glass of water with soaked fenugreek seeds early in the morning to get healthy hair and skin.

10. Red Lentils

 

 

Finally, here is the secret remedy for treating acne, that has worked for me every single time. I have suggested this to so many of my friends and it has worked for all of them. My magic ingredient is masoor dal or red lentils. Soak it in water for a few hours and make a paste with little water or milk and honey. Apply this to the affected areas and leave on for 20 minutes. You can add other ingredients as per your concerns. Also, since this is somewhat drying for the skin, people with dry skin should use a good moisturizer immediately after washing it off.

Let us know if you want me to do a post on how we make this face mask and all the ingredients we add to this mask.

Along with the above ingredients, make healthy changes in your diet and lifestyle. Make wise choices with the skin care products you use and you’ll definitely start seeing the results soon.

How To Use 5 Essential Oils For Skin & Hair Care

With the stern heat pollution dust in the environment our skin and hair condition gets deteriorated day by day taking away the real shine from the skin and hair, thus our skin and hair needs full attention and care to protect them against any damage. For such damages essential oils seems to be working faster since they are highly concentrated and vigorous in terms of their performance by targeting the very problem of the skin. Let’s see how we can use essential oils to give the boost to our skin and hair.

Before we precede further let me brief you about what essential oils are. “An essential oil is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants. Essential oils are also known as volatile oils, ethereal oils, aetherolea, or simply as the oil of the plant from which they were extracted, such as oil of clove. An oil is “essential” in the sense that it contains the “essence of” the plant’s fragrance—the characteristic fragrance of the plant from which it is derived”.

Tea Tree Oil: Tea tree oil is one of the most extensively researched essential oils, and one of the most backed by the findings and conclusions discovered from the studies done on it. You can use the same for your face and hair.

• FOR FACE ACNE: To treat the acne just add 2 to 3 drops of tea tree essential oil in coconut oil and clean your acne using the same solution with the cotton. This oil works wonders if included in skincare routine for acne prone.
•  FOR DARK SPOTS AND BLEMISHES: Take 2-3 drops of tea tree oil along with 10 drops of lemon mixed in aloevera gel. If applied on the dark spots and blemishes you will surely see them fading in a day or two.
• FOR TREATING DRY SKIN: Apply few drops directly to the skin to curb the dryness.
• HAIR GROWTH: To promote the hair growth: For promoting hair growth, mix 2-3 drops of tea tree oil to 1-2 Tbsp almond oil or coconut oil. Since this essential oil is very strong, the base oil should be first applied on the scalp before the oil mixture is used. Wash off after 15-20 minutes.

Sandalwood Essential Oil: Not just it smells heavenly, but it works great for the skin and hair, and the best part is the easy availability. This oil is so easily available in any store.

• FOR THAT BRIGHT GLOWING SKIN: Mix few drops of sandalwood essential oil in a curd, mix and apply it on your skin to find you skin bright glowing and flawless.

Lavender Essential Oil:  This Sweet smelling lavender oil is extracted from the flowers of Lavandula angustifolia. It is mild and soothing.

• FOR HAIR: it’s highly effective onto your hair. When massaged into the scalp, it can improve blood circulation, promote hair growth, and prevent hair loss. Best part that it suits all types of hair. For scalp massage, mix 8-10 drops in 2 Tbsp of warm olive oil or coconut oil. Work it into the scalp with your fingers. Leave it on overnight and wash off in the morning. Treat yourself to this enchanting smell by adding a few drops of oil to lotions, shampoos, and skin care products. this is the best way to Use Essential Oils For Skin & Hair Care.
• BODY SCRUB: Make a basic homemade body scrub with coconut oil, sugar or coarse coffee, and Lavender essential oil.

Eucalyptus Oil: Eucalyptus oil, also known as ‘Nilgiri tel ‘(Hindi) is one ingredient that can have far-reaching effects on our overall well-being right from Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anti-Infectious, Anti-Inflammatory, Antiviral agent, Antispasmodic, Insecticidal, Expectorant properties.

• FOR HEALTHY HAIR: this oil helps in regaining the good health texture shine of your hair. This can be applied with olive oil or amla hair oil. This also gives relief to rough and itchy scalp.

Rosemary Essential Oil: The astringent properties of rosemary essential oil make it beneficial for skin care. It contains a wide array of nutrients such as iron, calcium, vitamins and antioxidants. Thus, this oil is effective for all skin types

• FOR ANTI AGING AND WRINKLE FREE SKIN: Being rich in powerful antioxidants, rosemary oil slows down the effect of ageing on the skin. It helps in tightening loose skin, thus making it firmer and more elastic. Besides, it stimulates cell regeneration and cell growth to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
• PREVENTS SKIN INFECTION: The properties of rosemary essential oil make it beneficial for treating chronic skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis. Its anti-inflammatory properties are useful in reducing the swelling and puffiness of the skin as well as healing burns.

Hope these tips would help you to use Essential Oils For Skin & Hair Care. Do share your favourite way of incorporating them in daily routine.

5 foods to avoid to remove stubborn acne and look flawless on your D-day

Let’s start with a scenario today. It’s a beautiful morning and your alarm goes off. You wake up to a fresh new beautiful day, get off the bed, go to your bathroom, look at the mirror. And, there it is another tiny little bump on your face. Darn it!!! Not now! Not today! You got your big meeting at 11 and date at 8! You have tried every little thing. Serums, treatments even the dermats know you by name now.

Frustrating isn’t it? Been there, done that. Although my acne story was much different, as I never (touchwood) faced severe acne, but one of my closest cousins did. Last month she got married and we haven’t had been in touch for about a year lately. I don’t exactly know what magic potion worked for her but, there she was on her marriage day, without a bump on her face (before makeup) and glowing. I couldn’t help but ask her, what really worked for her.

Me: Hey, like…what did you eat? I mean you look gorgeous girl, not that you didn’t before but your acne problem..?
She: Haha..Nope ask me what I DID NOT eat.
Me: Okay, go on!! I am all ears.
And the conversation went on…

However me being the curious little Nancy Drew that I am, did a little bit of my own research to testify her words, and guess what? She was right

So, my lovelies here is my list of top 5 baddie food you should avoid when going through bouts of acne.

WOAAH WAIT WAIT!! HOW DOES THIS EXACTLY WORK??
Well, this is called the process off elimination. If you can’t find out what is causing your acne outbursts, try eliminating some food items from your diet that have a bad reputation of triggering acne. Otherwise healthy, these 5 foods can worsen existing acne.


1. Fast Food

I bet you love your plate of ‘Gol gappa’ and ‘Aloo tikka chaat’ with extra Mirchi. But hold on their sweetheart. Did you know greasy fast foods will leads to body inflammation that causes pimples appear?

Includes: Fish & Chips, Pizza, Burger, Fried chicken, Sausages, Noodles, Pasta, Noodles, Snacks & Desserts: Hot-dogs, Donuts, Potato chips, French fries, Crisps, Popcorn etc



2. Sugar

We all have our sweet tooth, and sometimes it’s too hard to resist. Excessive sugar intake shoots up your blood sugar level causing pimples. Try to avoid candy bars, sugary drinks as well as other sweets saturated with sugar. Follow this with dedication and you will soon see a major difference.

Includes: Sugars, Syrups & Sweeteners, Drink Powders & Soft Drinks, candies, cookies, pies and unfortunately everything yum!!!


3. Cow Milk

Cow’s milk not only shoots up blood sugar levels leading to pimples, it also leads to growth in hormones resulting in overgrowth of skin cell that leads to blocked pores. So, you might just want to avoid dairy products for a while and check if it does any good for your skin condition.

Includes: milk, cheese, yogurt, other cultured dairy foods, ice cream etc.


4. Coffee

Nothing wakes you up better than a freshly brewed cup of coffee. Ahh, the smell! But hold that thought. Science has shown that an organic acid inside coffee beans that raises cortisol levels.

Cortisol, also known as the stress hormone, can act like an androgen. It stimulates sebaceous glands and inflammation, a.k.a PIMPLES. You might want to skip that and check for some results

Includes: Expresso, mocha, latte, cappuccino, even the decaf versions


5. Soy:

Soy is one of the richest sources of protein you can lay your hands on. The natural plant oestrogen is found in soybeans. “Phytoestrogens” which are otherwise good, mimic natural oestrogen levels and play around with our hormones. Result? Acne and more acne. So if you are experiencing any bumps around your mouth and chin, the culprit MIGHT be soy.

Includes: Soybeans, soy milk, soy sauce, soybean oil, tofu etc.


SO YOU ARE BASICALLY TRYING TO STARVE ME TO DEATH.RIGHT??!!!
Not at all. All I am saying is, eating in moderation never hurts. Once you find out what triggers your acne, yes you definitely have to cut it out from your diet sweet heart.


A FEW TIPS FOR THOSE HORRIBLE PHASES OF ACNE:

1. Visit a good dermatologist, home remedies and DIYs do work, however, common guys those guys have sweated their brains out in med school for 5 years. Let’s give them some credit.

2. Keep your skin as well as belongings clean. Do not let any product build up on your face, neck as well as other affected areas. It is equally important to keep your sheets and phone germ-free.

3. Avoid using a lot of makeup ( I recommend no makeup at all!!!) for the time being. Although a lot of companies claim to be safe to use on any skin type, it is always better to let your skin breathe. Give it time to heal.

4. Check your stress levels. Now this one is the most difficult, at least for me. You all must be thinking “better said than done”. This one is coming from a person who has years of history of anxiety and depression on her sleeves. What helped? Yoga, meditation, and good life practices. Before I was a Life Coach, I used to be a wacko. If I can do it, you can too.

5. Keep your scalp clean and dandruff free.

6. Finally, have patience. I get it. I totally do. Dealing with acne can be a lot irritating, but don’t let that put you down. It might be difficult, not irreversible. And you cares if you have acne or not, you are gorgeous anyway!!

Hakuna Matata baby!!!

Any comments, suggestions and ideas are always welcome 🙂

“Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring” – Marilyn Monroe

Benefits of Papaya for Skin and Hair

Papaya is called the “The Fruit of the Angels” and it is a native to the tropical areas of Central America and Southern Mexico. Today, it is a popular fruit and often known as ‘papita’ in Hindi.

 

This amazing fruit is enriched in vitamins A, C, E and K and has various other antioxidant properties. Consuming the fruit will not only give you amazing skin and hair but it has various beauty benefits as well. It is applied on the skin and hair for natural beauty.
The various benefits and uses of Papaya for Skin are as follows –
 
Removal of sun tan – This is a common problem for summer. Our skin is prone to tanning and looks dull. The papaya has vitamins A and C in abundance along with a enzyme called ‘papain’. This helps to lighten the complexion, removing sun tan and dark spots with the passage of time. Simply make a thick paste of papaya and add honey and turmeric to it. Apply this face pack every day in a week and see how it improves the skin.

Skin hydration – Papaya is rich in water content and has various other elements as well which helps to keep the skin soft, smooth and moisturized. The hydration is smooth and will not clog the pores or make the skin look oily. Simply, blend ½ cup of ripe papaya into a fine paste, add honey and apply evenly on skin. Wash off after 20-25mins.

Anti-ageing – Papaya is anti-ageing in nature. It has vitamins C and E to rejuvenate the skin and the papaya skin has various enzymes and alpha hydroxy acids to remove dead cells from the surface of the skin. As a result, the age spots and wrinkles are prevented and removed. It also contains Retin-A which help reduce the signs of aging. Overall, you get younger looking skin with bright and radiant skin tone. Mash ½ cup of overripe papaya, add honey and yogurt and apply as a face mask. Wash off after 20-25 mins. You can also rub the skin of papaya for better results.

Prevention of acne and pimples – Papaya has an enzyme called papain that has natural skin- cleansing properties, which helps to get rid of clogged pores and greasiness. The exfoliating effect helps in preventing blackheads. The enzyme helps in preventing acne and improving the skin as well. It also helps to soothe the inflamed skin. Simply, apply a thin layer of ripe papaya pulp as face mask and leave on for 20mins. Wash off with cold water and pat the skin dry.

Brighten complexion and removal of dark spots – This is one of the most effective beauty benefits of papaya. The papaya helps to lighten the dark spots, giving a bright and radiant complexion. It is known that papaya contains natural bleaching properties. The vitamin C has anti-oxidant properties and also helps in clearing the skin of impurities. Rub a fleshy part of ripe papaya every alternative days and wash off with cold water.

The various benefits and uses of Papaya for Hair are as follows –

Soft and healthy hair – The papaya is also very helpful for lustrous, healthy hair. It is enriched in several minerals, vitamins and enzymes that can improve hair growth and strength. Along with that, it will also help to thicken the hair and the protein in papaya reduces split ends. To prepare a papaya hair mask, blend a ripe papaya according to your hair length and mix with olive oil or almond oil. Apply this all over the hair, from root to tip and keep it for 30-40mins. Wash off with mild shampoo.

Reduces dandruff – Papaya helps in reducing dandruff and prevents dry scalp. It has various antifungal properties. Even the seeds of papaya prevents fungal infection. Blend ½ papaya with the seeds intact and apply the paste generously on the scalp. Leave it on for one hour and then shampoo as usual.

Caution –

• Always do a patch test before using it on skin and hair.
• Papaya can cause allergic reactions in some people, which might due to papain or the latex.
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid using excessive papaya.

Mouni Roy Beauty Tips and Diet, Fitness Secrets

 

Top Mouni Roy Beauty Tips, Diet Chart, Fitness Secrets

Try compiling a mental list of television actresses who can carry every character and attire with elan and, I am sure, Mouni Roy, a.k.a. Sati of Mahadev will top the list. She’s sexy, gorgeous, hot, beautiful, desi and original! Her screen persona is hard to ignore and her bengali looks are noteworthy. Mouni has recently appeared on the TV series Nagin, and this tv show multiplied her fan following tremendously. She is on Twitter and Instagram, she has already crossed one million followers. In this post we will get into what her daily beauty routine looks like along with her fitness mantras, diet chart, makeup regime and favourite beauty products.
We all know how gruesome their routine is and how hectic their lifestyles are. Hence my curiosity reaches its peak when I flip through the pages and see them smiling and graciously answering questions which are, well, quite irritating as well! Hats off to their dedication and hats off to their patience for sure. She has been staying away from media controversies for quite some time. Her dedication and commitment to the craft of acting is quite prominent, given the fact that she can mould herself easily into every character so easily. I have never been a TV buff, but, can easily figure out Mouni because of her strong screen presence and confidence. She looks different, and she is original!
Her beauty tips and inputs are very easy to follow. She has been quite active all her life, hence fat deposit was something which never rang a bell in her head. Being a Bengali, her skin is flawless and hair dark, wavy and thick. Adding beauty to her appearance is her broad face with sharp features.

 

Mouni Roy Diet and Fitness Secrets:

1. Drink water, at least eight to ten glasses in a day. It sounds like a cliché, and sounds boring as well. However, do not forget this age old trick. Water dissolves all the impurities.
2. She lays a lot of emphasis on keeping the body fit and toned. She is a trained Kathak Dancer, hence she dances away to glory to keep herself healthy and happy. Dance for sixty minutes to burn four hundred calories every day. Thats her most important work out and fitness secret.
3. Do not ever starve to stay fit and thin. Eat after a gap of two to three hours and stay happy. This will boost your metabolism and will put a full stop on your hunger pangs. The key here is to eat sprouts instead of a cheese burst pizza. You don’t need a strict diet chart but healthy and light meals.
4. Mouni is a self confessed foodie. Her favorite cuisine happens to be Chinese and she eats Chinese food once in a fortnight. Sprite is her favorite drink. Though Chinese is her SOS kind of indulgence, she prefers home cooked food most of the times.

5. Wear clothes that you can carry off without any hesitation.
6. Say NO to alcohol and smoking for a sexy body and face.
7. Do not aim at being skinny, if you are not meant for it.
8. She loves her Bengali cuisine and loves spicy dishes.
9. No gym for her!! Only dance for about an hour.

 

Mouni Roy Beauty Secrets:

1. To add glamour in your life, ensure that you learn to accentuate one feature; be it shoes, attire, hair, eyes, lips, anything for that matter. Miss Roy believes in the same philosophy as well and loves to highlight her eyes. She is never without the eyeliner or kohl.
Her dry skin needs regular moisturization and hence she drinks a lot of water, and applies moisturizer on her face as well.
2. Mouni’s love for lip balms is well known. She prefers balms to gloss or lipsticks. She has a huge collection of lip balms. Also, she applies lip balms after every three to four hours. This keeps lips health and moist.
3. Thats one of her favourite beauty tips. Another essential item is Sunscreen. She does not step out without the sunscreen and relies on the best brands to protect her skin from the damages. She categorically states that it is important to consult a Dermatologist before using any beauty product as they are the right people to guide and help you with regards to the need and overall maintenance of your skin.
4. Mouni ensures that she does not apply makeup in any form when she is not shooting. Once her shooting is over, she immediately removes the makeup with the help of oil based cleansers.
5. Her best friend is an Aloe Vera gel which keeps her skin nourished.
6. She is a huge fan of massages. She loves her body massage. Her weekly schedule includes a body massage. Apart from this, she never misses her facial cleanup appointment every week.
7. Many moons ago, Mouni’s mother used to apply an ubtan made of Haldi and Malai for a great skin. Now, since she has no time to stay back at home, Mouni gives this beauty regime a miss.
8. Hair and head massage, as & when applicable and available.

Mouni Roy Make Up Tips

1. The key to a great makeup lies in the way you apply your foundation. Always prefer a foundation of great quality.
2. Highlight just one aspect of your face. Great, heavily embellished eyes will go well with a neutral lip color. If your lip color is really loud, then forget about eye makeup. A little tinge of mascara and kohl would be enough.
3. Looking beautiful is one thing, and you should strive hard to be beautiful. Your body language, clothes, grooming, accessories, everything plays an important role in creating the glamorous you.

 

Her Favorite Cleansing Routine:

Apply Aloe Vera gel at night on your face, and then wash off your face with water. You can store the gel in the fridge for best results. This will keep your skin nourished and hydrated.

Mouni Roy Favorite Beauty and Makeup Products Brands:

1. Products from Clinque & Lancome, especially
2. Moisturizer by Lancome
3. Moisturizing cream by MAC
4. Oil cleanser by MAC
5. All the products by The Body Shop

 

Mouni Roy Favorite Beauty Tip:

When in Rome, do as Romans do. Similarly, beauty wise, try to use products which are indigenous as these products understand the climatic conditions rather well. So, next time, do not shy away from using Sunsilk or Head & Shoulders or Patanjali as the makers understand the basic climatic conditions.
Hence concluded that beauty is not a matter of chance or luck, but it is a holy (blame it on Mahadev nostalgia) amalgamation of hard work, focus, determination and commitment.
Every time I try to figure out the factors which differentiates between ‘us and ‘them’ it is the will power, or the lack of it which takes away the storm. I am still struggling to lose weight and getting rid of patches, and after reading and writing about beautiful actresses like Mouni Roy, I feel inspired and motivated to take the right step next time.
But do not forget that you need to lose weight and not your determination and confidence. Stay fit, eat what you like in moderation, and balance out your binge sessions. Moreover, do not lose sleep over anything. Sleep is a must to do thing, and stop thinking too much about anything and everything that has happened to you (Or maybe things which could not happen)!
These are some of the beauty, makeup, fitness and diet secrets of Mouni Roy. Life is too short and vanity is shorter, so make room for beauty asap, you never know what all you might be missing down the line!

Which Hormones Affect Hair Growth and Hair Loss?

 

Hormones That Affect Hair Growth and Hair Loss

 

The female cycle, in Biological terms, or her entire life in the common-man’s term, is hugely effected by the hormones alone. Be it her puberty, the delay or onset of it; her pregnancy, the frequency or lack of it; her Menopause, its late or early arrival; is all controlled and monitored by the good old hormones. Good locks of healthy hair are as important to a woman as her heritage jewels. However, sometimes, despite the very best of care and treatments, you find yourself suffering from hair fall and hair loss. Well, blame the female hormone imbalance. So, which of these ‘little invisible demons-of-hormones’ are we talking about? Let’s locate them and catch them to help your hair growth, shall we?
A woman’s overall health is a play of hormones; maybe that is why they are often known to be rather unpredictable. It is the hormones that are responsible for the ‘fire and ice’ likeness of a female mood; sometimes credited to the lack of judgment that she can be a victim to or the mysterious sensuality that she can exude. However, the striking part is that, aside from just her psych, it is also a woman’s physical attributes that often fall on the not-so-friendly-side of the hormonal imbalance. One such physical aspect is her precious head of hair (and you thought it was the ‘oil’ that your mother applied when she was carrying you!).

Hair Fall And Hormones

Gonadotropins

Derived from the ‘Gonads’ which imply the testes or the ovaries, Gonadotropins are our little wonders of hormonal magicians which indirectly effect the hair growth. Gonadotropins are Partner-in-crime with other set of hormones called the ‘Progesterones’ and together they manage to create a havoc to the overall growth of your hair. However, when behaving rather well, the hair hormone rewards you with envious mane of thick, luscious hair.
The Gonadotropins are responsible for boosting hair growth, as they produce the FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormones) and the Luteinizing hormones. These hormones are in turn directly responsible for your hair fall or hair growth.

Hair Growth Hormones in Men

Androgens

These are the male sex hormones and are responsible for the secondary sexual characteristics in men, like their body and facial hair growth. However, this particular hormone is also present in females in trace-amounts. While the excessive production of Androgens leads to increased facial and body hair, they are also singly responsible for the Pattern-baldness in both males and Females. So, if any of you girls have recently spotted patchy-baldness, get hold of a nice Endocrinologist and get to the root of the problem.

Hair Growth Hormones in Women

Estrogen

Our very own female hormone is the Estrogen. This particular hormone is responsible for you to be ‘catty’ at times and a complete ‘lamb’ at the other times. A well-balanced Estrogen level in females is responsible for boosting hair growth. However, any amount of dip or high can lead to thinning of your hair. Now, the main reasons for the Estrogen levels to play ping-pong can be plenty. Rapid weight loss or gain, certain medication, or the Estrogen-receptors that are present in the hair follicles that get directly influenced due to the hormonal fluctuations.
Pregnancy has also a huge role to play when it comes to Estrogen behaving like a spoilt brat, as both post and pre-pregnancy conditions are reported to witness large amounts of hair loss and hair fall.

 

Cortisol Boosts Hair Regrowth

Do you find yourself ‘tearing your hair out and sawing-off your nails’ when tensed? (For girls, it could be a simple situation like a lost ‘lucky pen’ before exams!) Well, it is our good-guy Cortisol helping you deal with it, so that you do not end up cutting your veins altogether! (God…Am I evil or what?). Well, I am trying to translate that, when under a threat or a stressful situation, our body produces a hormone named Cortisol, which in turn convert the body Proteins into energy and releases Glycogen.
This finally helps counteract inflammations, which means you are now ready for ‘flight or fight’ situation in order to deal with the problem in hand. While our little hero-hormone Cortisol is saving you from danger, however on a repeated scenario your body finally wears-down, thus the hair fall. So, in order to boost hair regrowth, be sure to keep your Cortisol calm as well.

Insulin Stops Hair Fall

No, I am not necessarily discussing Diabetes. But did you know that Insulin is one such hormone which is directly responsible in boosting hair growth as well? If the Human body was ‘Bollywood’, Insulin surely is ShahRukh Khan. It is that famous, thanks to the PR skills of the disease known as ‘Sugar’! The well-known Insulin is produced in the Pancreas of the Human Body. While it is commonly known that Insulin regulates the Blood sugar, however, this hormone is also responsible for various other processes like fat-accumulation, overall working of the Heart and the Hair fall. So, it is recommended to keep your Insulin levels under check in order to boost hair growth and stop thinning of existing hair.

Thyroid Hormones

Thyroxin is a vital hormone secreted by the Thyroid Glands. Hypothyroidism or the active Thyroid production leads to rapid hair-loss, along with substantial weight-gain and weakness. Therefore it is a good idea to get your Thyroids checked within a certain period of time, if you happen to notice rapid hair-loss and weight gain. However, it is also to be noted that under the condition of Hyper-thyrodism too, hair loss is evident along with rapid loss of weight as well. So, Thyroxin is one such hormone that needs to be at the right balance in order to boost hair growth.

Other Reasons for Hair Fall and Hair Loss:

Since we have the hormones responsible for boosting hair growth or stimulating hair fall covered, there are however, a few other medical situations you need to know:

• In case of women, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is one such condition, where it is found to have increased growth of Facial hair and a subsequent loss of scalp hair.
• Hirautism is a term given to the Male-patterned-Baldness found in women. This is mainly due to the over production of the Male hormones in women.
• A good well balanced diet goes a long way in ensuring you nice long locks of hair. This is mainly because, if you do not have nice nutrition, your stomach is not able to secret the right amount of Hydrochloric Acid under stressful state. With lowered Acid levels, the stomach is unable to lower the PH in order to digest the Proteins, thus, this finally results in rapid hair loss. So, be sure to eat well to maintain a sound stomach-working condition.

 

How To Treat Hair Fall Due To Hormonal Imbalance?

Now that you know about the various aspects of hormones affecting hair loss, let us take a look at some of the dietary options that can help you maintain the right balance of these hormones in order to boost hair growth.

• Soaking of Nuts and Legumes over night with a few teaspoons of a good quality Apple Cider Vinegar goes a long way in reducing hair fall in females.
• Silica rich food should be an essential part of your daily dietary portions. Some of the best known Silica-rich food items are Bell Pepper, Celery and Sprouts.
• Simply avoiding a few unhealthy food items like Diary, White Sugar and various forms of processed food is quite effective in helping you restore your crowning glory.
• In the age of Organics, it is high-time you went ‘organic’ as well by including Hemp Proteins, organic eggs, fresh Berries and milk in your kitchen.

Lastly, ‘in order to get healthy tresses, get rid of stress’. Learn life-management and how to deal with tricky situations without having to go overboard on your health-systems. Being a woman is a gift, as you are a natural born ‘superhuman’ who knows multi-tasking and how to look gorgeous while you are at it!(Ultraviolet? Catwoman?anyone?) Never neglect yourself in the name of ‘sacrifice’, as such a thing simply does not exist.
Remember, your family and kids need you, so it is important to be there for them and for that, you need to look after yourself first. So, woman, treat your hormones well and you will be rewarded with thick and long hair with a nice, healthy life for a long time.

Must Follow Tips To Get Glowing Skin For Brides

It’s going to be your special day and all the eyes are going to be on you! While you may be preparing for a lot of things in advance, to ensure your D-Day goes on great and smooth, one thing you definitely can’t give a miss is looking after your glowing skin before marriage. For most brides-to-be, one of the biggest concerns is getting the perfect makeup and getting the perfect look on your most important day, but trust me, if your skin isn’t clean and healthy enough, you’re really not a 100% ready, are you?
This does not mean that you need to have flawless skin throughout, but even if your skin has imperfections and flaws, there are many ways to ensure these will minimized  or even go away, by the time your wedding day arrives.

Here are a few tips that will help you get that glowing skin before wedding.

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The first step towards having a clean and glowing skin is to make sure you’re having plenty of water. The idea is to keep the body hydrated. In addition, make sure you have plenty of watermelon, which is a great source of hydration for your skin. In addition, you can also have grapefruits, broccoli and lettuce.

 

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Give your skin some time to get ready, at least 3 months before the big day. This should ideally be the time when you religiously start looking after your skin if you haven’t done it till now, and your diet should get more healthy and natural.

 

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If you have crossed 25, your skin will need regular exfoliating to help improve the overall texture of your skin.

 

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For brides in their 20s, this is the age when you might be getting acne and skin discolouration from the sun. Go for deep-cleaning facials once a month that will help prep the skin.

 

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In addition to good food, your skin will also benefit from a few essential supplements like a good multi-vitamin, Co-Q10 that increases metabolic efficiency and improves heart health and Omega-3 (found in fish oil) that is great for heart, eyes, brain, skin and your overall health.

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Apply a good moisturizer each day, at least twice, over your face and all over your body. Also, make sure you give extra attention to areas that are excessively dry, like elbows, knees, feet and hands.

 

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No beauty treatments will work on the skin unless you have a good 8 hours sleep every night. Make sure you’re sleeping well.

 

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There will be many pre-wedding celebrations you’ll be attending where you will have to do your own makeup and hair sometimes. Make sure you shampoo out your makeup brushes to avoid any bacteria build-up on your skin. Wash them with shampoo, rinse and hang to air-dry with the bristles facing down.

 

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Here are a few home-made packs that you can use to get that glowing skin:

a. Brightening Mask to improve complexion for normal skin
Mix a tsp of gram flour, pinch of turmeric powder, few drops lime juice, 1/2 tsp each of olive oil and milk. Apply on the face and leave on for half an hour. Wash off.
b. Treating Acne and Pimples
Wash and grind a few mint leaves and make a smooth paste. Apply all over your face in the night. Wash off in the morning.

c. Clay Pack For Oily Skin
Take some clay powder (multaani mitti) and add rosewater to make a thin paste. Apply over the face and leave it on till completely dry. Wash off with water.
d. Sandalwood And Rosewater Pack For Oily Skin:
This is great to achieve a radiant, glowing complexion and is also good for removing blemishes or pimple marks. Mix 1 spoon sandalwood powder with rosewater to make a paste. Apply over face and neck. Wash off when completely dry
e. Milk Powder And Lemon Juice Pack For Dry Skin:
Take a spoon of milk powder and few drops of lemon juice. Make a paste and apply on face.
Wash off after 20 minutes.


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Here are a few amazing foods that will help you get that glowing skin:

a. Salmon: Contains essential omega-3 fatty acids to keep your skin supple, hair healthy and your nails strong.
b. Pistachios:  Pistachios or pista help nourish hair and scalp.
c. Cinnamon: Stimulates blood circulation
d. Turmeric: Heals sun-damaged skin
e. Dark chocolate: Helps decrease sun sensitivity
f.  Peppermint: Great for digestion
g. Beetroot: High in vitamin A, potassium, sodium, calcium and vitamin E that’s all great for healthy skin.
h. Brown Rice: Helps regulate sugar levels in body
i. Legumes: Peas, beans, lentils are great for digestion. High in fibre. Great detoxifying agents. Good for clean skin.
j. Garlic: Helps fight off any skin infections
k. Broccoli: Packed with antioxidants that add a glow to the skin. High in omega-3 fatty acids, calcium and folate content.