Choose the right footwear : If you wear shoes that are ill-fitting, painful or loose, you're inviting foot problems. Your shoes have to fit just right, neither too tight nor too loose. Shoes that are tight are known to cause corns, ingrown toenails and aches. On the other hand, shoes that are loose, don't allow your your heels from settling in properly, increasing your chances of blisters, calluses and sore heels. Always buy footwear at the latter part of the day because your feet expand towards the end of the day. Avoid wearing heels regularly — they can damage the bones of your feet. Instead, opt for a comfortable pair of flats or one inch heels from daily wear. Shoes made out of synthetics don't breathe well because they trap moisture and heat; go in for natural materials like leather and cotton which keep feet cool. Try and alternate your shoes, so that both pairs have a chance to dry out before being worn again.   Wash your feet : While washing your feet daily in the shower is a must, make it a habit to wash them at the end of the day as well. Especially if you wear closed shoes, the moisture and sweat makes it easy for bacteria and fungi to flourish between your toes causing bad odour and even fungal infections. Washing your feet will ensure that nothing dirty accumulates. Dry your feet well and use a foot powder if you want.   Moisturise well : If you moisturise your body, why skip your feet? While the skin on your feet is rougher (because of the daily wear and tear), it is also more prone to being drier and cracked. Use a lotion, which is rich in cocoa butter, which is a natural emollient and excellent for feet. Apply it when you go to bed at night and wear socks so that the lotion can stay on yout feet instead of getting rubbed off on the sheets. Even if you're at home, make it a habit to wear socks....whether you've moisturised your feet or no. Socks protect your feet from blisters and absorb moisture.   Go for regular walks : While we tend to be on our feet all day long, regular exercise for your feet is also important. Your foot muscles need exercise to remain strong, and keep tendons and ligaments flexible. You can use arch support inserts if you like. These keep your feet in the correct position and support your weight when you walk.   Have regular pedicures : Treat yourself to a pedicure once a month at least. Soaking your feet and exfoliating your soles makes them softer and healthier. Whether you do it at home or a parlour, your feet will be happy for the pampering.  

  If you have light eyebrows, you may need to draw over them or shade them.   You will need to choose the right shade of eyebrow pencil. If you choose a colour that's too dark, your eyebrows will look unnatural and stand out and if you use a shade that's too light, it simply won't help. So choose a colour that will suit your skin tone and features. Ideally, the shade must be two shades lighter that your actual hair colour... this way it will blend and still stand out.   While using an eyebrow pencil on your brows, remember not to colour outside your hairline. Stay within your boundary line. Also, always start with light strokes; if your use harsher strokes, the colour will be dark. If you make your eyebrows too dark, it can clash with the rest of your eye make-up. Never press the pencil too hard on your brows, especially the tip. Keep a light hand. Keep the pencil down on your eyebrow ... avoid using the pencil along the top end of the brow. Since the top arch of your eyebrow is thinner than the rest, keep the pencil as away as possible from this section

  Here are some of the steps that can prevent your makeup from becoming oily.   Wash Your Face: Always wash your face before you start doing makeup. This is a standard beauty practice that many women ignore. Water washes away the oil that is already there on your skin.   Use A Scrub : If you have oily skin, then you must use a scrub to clean your face before doing makeup. Scrubbing removes oil from deep within your skin pores and keeps your face stay oil-free for longer.   Don't Use Liquid : Foundation If your face has a tendency to become oily, avoid applying liquid foundations. The best base makeup for your face is obviously liquid foundation but you have to forgo it because it can make your makeup look oily.   Powder Your Face : Always apply dry foundation powder or gold dust to finish your makeup. The powdery nature of these cosmetic absorbs oil from the face. Use   Limited Concealer : While foundation can be found in dry form as well, concealers are always oil based. Use limited concealer on your face. Remember, concealers are only to hide flaws and to give you an even complexion. Using too much concealer is a makeup mistake that many women make.   Carry Tissue Paper : As a stop-gap arrangement, always keep tissue paper in your bag to soak oil from your face before it damages your makeup.

  If you have oily or dry skin that isn't very sensitive, do it yourself skin care remedies can be really good to try so you get to know what suits your skin type. Here are some methods you can try by yourself....   For greasy/oily skin : Take either the juice of a whole grapefruit, a lemon or an orange. Mix this with dry oatmeal and make it into a paste. Apply this to the oily areas of your skin. Let the paste dry, and then wash it off. You can also use a mixture of lemon juice and water (in equal quantity) and pour it in a spray bottle. Spray this all over your face, whenever your skin feels greasy. What better, you can also carry this around while travelling, it refreshes the skin gently.   For Dry skin : Mash about half an avocado. Mix this with half a cup of honey and smear this mask onto the dry areas of your face. Let this mask stay on the face for about ten minutes and then wash it off with water.

  Here are a few tips to combat a bad hair day.   Use shampoos and conditioners according to your hair type (Don't shampoo every day. Wash hair twice a week). - Use a dry shampoo that can absorb oil to clean hair without water. This can add volume to your hair. - Trim hair every six to eight weeks. - Rub dryer sheet or hand cream to prevent hair from sticking together. - Pull back your hair and wear a headband or tie a high ponytail. - A scarf or a wig can also temporarily solve the issue.

  Most of the times, the reason we get dark circles is due of lack of sleep — that is if you haven't slept for your regular 7-8 hours at night.   If you are addicted to too much coffee or alcohol, it's time you cut down on these two. These contain stimulants, which can cause dark circles!   Most people think vitamins are only for children and adults. But sometimes, if you have a certain vitamin deficiency, its effects can show on your skin too. If your daily diet is devoid of certain vitamins, then start incorporating more healthy food in your meals or pop a multivitamin supplement.   You skin under the eyes will not only get discoloured and dull, but will also look tired. So to prevent dark circles, your beauty sleep is essential.   Wear a sunscreen daily. Also, whenever you are stepping outside your house in the day, don't forget to use your sunglasses and if possible, wear a hat. This way the sun's harsh rays won't pigment the skin under your eyes.   In some cases, under eye circles are genetic or due to some allergy. You should get tested for this and find out the remedies from your general physician.

  Papaya is considered a wonderful fruit as it meets with some of our most essential vitamins, minerals and protein needs. Ripe papaya is excellent for exfoliation of the skin and brings about newer looking skin and generally suits all skin types. Recipe for Skin : 1/2 cup ripe papaya pulp, 4 tsps orange juice, 4 tsps carrot juice, 1 tsp honey or glycerin. Mix the above ingredients and apply or massage the pack all over the face and neck. Recipe for Rejuvenation: 1/2 cup ripe papaya pulp, 1/4 cup coconut milk, 1/4 cup of oat flakes. Run the mixture on your face and neck gently for about 5 minutes. Wash off with milk and water and notice the glow for yourself. Regular applications of the above two-treatments can do wonders to the face.

                                                 ప్రపంచంలో ప్రతి ఒక్క మహిళ కూడా హీరోయిన్ లాగా ఉండాలనే అనుకుంటుంది. కానీ ఎక్కడా? ఆ అందం అందరికి రాదు కదా. అలా అందంగా కనపడాలని మొహంపై ఎక్కువగా క్రీమ్స్ రాయడం వలన మొదట్లో బాగున్నా, పోను పోను మొహంపై అక్కడక్కడ నల్లని మచ్చలు ఏర్పడుతుంటాయి. ఈ మచ్చలను గిచ్చేసి, గోకేసి మొహాన్ని మరింత చెత్తగా చేసుకోకుండా, వంటింట్లోనే ఉండే వస్తువులతో మచ్చలను తొలగించేసి, మొహాన్ని కాంతివంతంగా ఎలా మార్చుకోవాలో ఈ క్రిందనున్న చిట్కాలను చదివి తెలుసుకోండి. 1. అలోవేరా(కలబంద)ను వాడటం వలన మీ చర్మంపై ఉండే మొటిమలు మచ్చలు పోయి, మొహం కాంతివంతంగా కనిపిస్తుంది. 2. వేల్లుల్లిలో ఎక్కువ ఘటుదనంతో పాటు, సల్ఫర్ కూడా ఉండడం వలన చర్మంపై ఉండే నల్లని మచ్చలకు విరుగుడుగా పని చేసి, ముఖాన్ని అందంగా మెరిసేలా చేస్తుంది. 3. ఏ కాలంలో అయిన వాడె ఏకైక వస్తువు తేనే. ఈ తేనే వలన చర్మం, జుట్టు వంటి వాటికే కాక.. మొహాన్ని కూడా కాంతివంతంగా తయారుచేస్తుంది. 4. నిమ్మరసం జిడ్డును కోరికేస్తుంది. దీనివల్ల మొహం పైన ఉండే జిడ్డు మరియు నల్లని మచ్చలను తొలగించేసి మంచి రంగును అందిస్తుంది. 5. ఆలుగాద్దను బాగా దంచితే వచ్చే రసాన్ని నల్లటి మచ్చలపై పూసి మర్దనా చేయడం వలన నల్లటి మచ్చలు కనిపించకుండపోతాయి. 6. ఉల్లిపాయలను బాగా దంచి, ఆ పేస్ట్ ను నల్ల మచ్చలపై రాస్తే.. మచ్చలు పోయి, మొహం మెరిసిపోతుంది.

  ముఖంలో మృతకణాలు పోయి మృదువు,కాంతివంతంగా ఉండటానికి చిట్కాలు కొంచెం పాలు తీసుకుని అందులో చిటికెడు పసుపు, రెండు చెంచాల గంధం పొడి కలిపి మిశ్రమంలా చేసుకోవాలి. ఈ మిశ్రమాన్ని ముఖానికి రాసుకుంటే మృతకణాలు తొలగిపోయి మృదువుగా ఉంటుంది. పావు చెంచా పాల పొడిలో కొద్దిగా తేనె కలిపి ముఖానికి మర్దన చేయాలి. పది నిమషాలయ్యాక చల్లటి నీళ్ళతో కడిగి ముఖానికి మాయిశ్చరైజర్ రాసుకుంటే చర్మం కాంతివంతంగా మారుతుంది. కమలాఫలంతోలును ఎండబెట్టి పొడి చేసి అందులో తగినంత పెరుగు కలిపి మిశ్రమంలా తయారు చేసి ముఖం, మెడకు పూట వేసి పావుగంటయ్యాక కడిగేస్తే మేను నిగారింపు సొంతం చేసుకుంటుంది. రెండు చెంచాల నిమ్మరసంలో అరచెంచా తేనె కలిపి ఒంటికి రాసుకొని అరగంతయ్యాక స్నానం చేస్తే చర్మం తాజాగా కనిపిస్తుంది.

Diet for Healthy Skin   A diet rich in omega-3s and other healthy fats may help keep skin supple and hydrated. If you have dry skin, you know that lotions and moisturizers help. But can certain dietary choices combat dry, itchy, scaly skin?     "The most important part of the skin barrier is lipids, including phospholipids, free fatty acids, cholesterol, and ceramides," says Amy Newburger, MD, an attending physician in the Dermatology Department at St. Luke's Roosevelt Medical Center. "Skin without enough fat in it has a protein predominance and is kind of like a mess made just of twigs with no glue between them." Water easily escapes through a barrier without lipids, allowing skin to become dehydrated.     Polyunsaturated fatty acids are necessary for the production of intercellular lipids — the "glue" between the "twigs" in the stratum corneum, or surface of the skin. They also have an anti-inflammatory effect on irritated skin. Two types of fatty acids that are "essential" — that is, they must be obtained through the diet — are omega-3s, and omega-6s.     Foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids include fatty fish like salmon, herring, mackerel, anchovies, and sardines, as well as flaxseed oil, some types of eggs, and grass-fed beef. Evening primrose oil and borage seed oil, which are high in omega-6s, help hydrate the skin and prevent water from evaporating, says Leslie Baumann, director of the University of Miami Cosmetic Medicine and Research Institute. "If you don't like fish or are pregnant and can't eat it, omega-3 supplements are a good option." Most Americans get enough omega-6s through their diet because they're contained in corn and safflower oils.     While anecdotal success of fatty acids for alleviating dry skin has not been conclusively bolstered by research, several studies have shown significant positive effects: In a 2006 study of 50 patients with atopic dermatitis, 96 percent of those given capsules of evening primrose oil for five months showed notable reduction in intensity, itching, and dryness of the skin. In another study, of 29 elderly patients, borage seed oil supplements taken in pill form helped reduce water loss from the skin by 10.8 percent. And in a study of 118 infants with high risk of developing atopic dermatitis, those who were given borage seed oil and went on to develop the condition experienced a lower severity of the disorder than those in a placebo group. On the other hand, a 2006 meta-analysis of 22 studies that tested the effects of essential fatty acid supplementation found that no significant benefit was conferred on people with atopic dematitis by plant and fish oil supplements. More studies must be conducted before conclusions can be reached. Vitamins and Minerals for Dry Skin     "Vitamin C is necessary for the function of the enzyme that causes collagen to form," says Dr. Newburger, "and collagen acts as a sponge for moisture." Newburger adds that copper and zinc are also necessary. Together, vitamin C, zinc, and copper keep collagen denser, which in turn allows for plump, hydrated skin. "Any good multivitamin with trace minerals in it contains zinc and copper," says Newburger. Zinc has also been found to have anti-inflammatory effects, which is vital for maintaining smooth skin. Caffeine, Alcohol, and Dry Skin     While consuming caffeine is unlikely to dehydrate you, it does make the blood vessels constrict, which is why it's used in eye creams (to reduce puffiness). "Long term, this means a reduced amount of blood flow and nutrients though the tissues," warns Newburger. "And if you don't have healthy circulation, you won't have age-appropriate cell turnover." In the case of alcohol, Michele Murphy, a registered dietitian at NewYork Presbyterian–Weill Cornell Medical Center, explains that although it's a diuretic, you'd need to be severely dehydrated to experience any noticeable changes. "The average person having a glass of wine with dinner every night and maintaining adequate fluid intake is unlikely to see any real difference," she says. Contrary to popular belief, drinking large amounts of water does not affect skin. "The water we drink that's processed internally isn't going to impact the external look or feel of the skin," Murphy says. Instead, it's the skin's outer layer that is essential for keeping moisture in. Don't Overdo It If you're already eating a balanced diet with sufficient fats, adding more fats or taking supplements is not necessarily a quick fix for dry skin. "If you're deficient in fat or certain vitamins, it does have the potential to affect the look or feel of your skin," says Murphy. "But supplementing beyond what the body needs has not been shown to improve skin."

How to Wear a Maxi Skirt       A maxi skirt is a skirt that drapes to ankle length. Maxi skirts can be flowing, tight fitting or shaped in various ways. A timeless classic that never dates, these skirts have a place in every woman's wardrobe, even if just for evening. And no matter your height, you can wear this skirt well.     1 Try the skirt on under good lighting before buying. Walk in it, swish around in it and see if it feels comfortable first. If you're tripping up, it's too long. Then check how it looks in the mirror––the more streamlined styles will be the most flattering, while the flouncier Bohemian styles can add weight and don't flatter all figures. * The texture of the fabric will affect the suitability of the skirt for your figure type. Try on maxi skirts in different fabrics to find the fabric you think looks best or drapes well on you. * Just as pleats on shorter skirts don't work for all figure types, pleated maxi skirts may not suit your figure type. Don't despair, just try a different style of maxi skirt instead.     2 Match the top to the skirt style. The fit of the skirt determines the style of top you'll choose. If the style doesn't match, the overall look can be dowdy. Some suggestions include:Taller figures can carry a top that extends over the skirt. *    Looser, flowing skirts tend to look best when the top fits well, as this tones down the overall enlarging effect of a billowing skirt. *   For skirts that fit tightly, looser tops make an ideal contrast. *    Cropped tops look great with maxi skirts, as the skirt keeps lengthening your body even though the top stops at your waist. A cropped top with heels can help elongate a shorter figure; indeed, if you have a shorter silhouette, make sure that the top stops at your natural waistline *    Slouchy tops can look good with a maxi skirt but check the final look in the mirror before deciding. Sometimes adding a belt will improve the final look, especially a broader belt that cinches in under the ribs or around the waist. The slouchy top look tends to be carried off best on leaner, taller bodies. *    Layered tops work well for taller figures     3 Decide whether to tuck the top in or let it sit over the skirt. There is no hard and fast rule on this––you'll need to experiment in the mirror. But here are some tips: * Tucked in top.  * Don't tuck in where doing so creates an unsightly bulge or somehow disturbs the flow of the skirt.  * Thin cashmere or similar style thin width sweaters can look elegant when tucked into the waistband of a maxi skirt. *    Layering can allow you to tuck in the t-shirt or shirt while leaving the other layers untucked, such as a cardigan, jacket or coat. Leaving the outer layers unbuttoned can be a good look, as the top of the skirt will be easy to see. * Obviously, if the skirt is tight around the waistband, tucking in may prove uncomfortable. Instead, try layering or a cropped top. * The texture of the top and skirt do not have to match but they must be complementary. Consider color. There are two options here––monochrome (all one color) or matching colors. Avoid using colors that clash, as with any clothing       4 A monochrome style. * Monochrome can look very slimming and elegant, as the same color all the way down your body creates a sense of elongation. However, be careful to match the shades well or it can look slightly off color. * Don't mix patterns. A patterned skirt works best with a solid color top and vice versa. Definitely avoid mixing up spots, stripes, florals and diagonals.     5 Wear the right shoes. If you're petite, wear heels to give you the added height to cope with the skirt length and to elongate your silhouette. If you're taller, flats or heels will work with a maxi skirt, although heels are usually preferred for evening wear. Most heels will work well with maxi skirts but always check in the mirror before deciding. * Beaded sandals are appropriate for a flowing, Bohemian maxi skirt look. Espadrilles also look very casual and beach-like. * Wedge shoes look great with maxi skirts and give you added height to carry off the longer skirt. Rugged styles can look great with many maxi skirts * Avoid flats that are completely closed in, or loafers. These look frumpy with long skirts. Pointy toes and knee-high boots don't work either. And clogs and sneakers tend to look too chunky or dowdy.

శరీర సౌందర్యానికి కాజల్ చెప్పిన చిట్కాలు ఆడవాళ్ళ అందం కోసం, వారి ఆనందం కోసం ప్రకృతి ఎన్నో వనమూలికల్నిఇస్తుంది. ఎన్నో పండ్లని అందిస్తుంది. వాటి వలన ఆడవాళ్ళకి ఎన్నో ఉపయోగాలు ఉన్నాయి. వాటిని ఎలా వాడుకోవాలో తెలియదు. వాటిని కరక్టుగా వాడుకుంటే అన్ని అందాలు ఆడవాళ్ళ సొంతం " అంటూ చెప్పుకొచ్చిన కాజల్, శరీర సౌందర్యం కోసం కొన్ని చిట్కాలు కూడా తెలియజేసింది.   * నా ముఖంలాగే, నా శరీరంలాగే, మీ ముఖాలు, మీ శరీరాలు నిగనిగలాడుతూ ఉండాలంటే ప్రతిరోజూ ఒక ఉసిరికాయ తినండి. ఉసిరికాయ మెరుపును అందిస్తుంది.   * ఒకవేళ మీకు చర్మ చిట్లి, బరువెక్కినట్లుగా ఉన్న, అలా అనిపించినా వెంటనే శరీరానికి పెరుగు రాసి అరగంట తరువాత స్నానం చేయాలి. అలా చేస్తే ఆ బాధ నుండి మనకు విముక్తి లభిస్తుంది.   * చర్మం మీది ముడతలు పోవాలంటే కొద్దిరోజులపాటు ప్రతిరోజూ ఉదయం చేమంతి పూవుతో సున్నితంగా మర్దన చేసుకోవాలి. అలా చేసుకుంటే చర్మ మీది మడతలు తొలిగిపోతాయి.   * నా జుట్టులాగా మీ జుట్టు కూడా నిగనిగలాడుతూ ఉండాలంటే కోడిగుడ్డు సోనలో అరటి పండుని బాగా కలిపి, ఆ ఫెస్ట్ ని తలకి రుద్దుకొని పావుగంట తరువాత తలస్నానం చేయాలి.   * నిమ్మరసం నీటిలో పిండి, ఆ నీటిలో చేతులు ముంచితే మృదువవుతాయి.   * పెదవులపై మచ్చలు పోవాలంటే గ్లిసరిన్ లో కొంచెం రోజ్ వాటర్ కలిపి దానిని పెదవులపై రాసుకోవాలి.

How To Tighten Open Pores In Summer Here are some simple steps that you need to follow to get rid of these skin issues. *  You need to throw out all kind of face wash products that you use to wash your face, no matter how good they are, if they were good enough then you would not have reading this article at the moment, throw them out of your house and start suing home remedy for that and the best thing that you can use to clean your face is gram flour, no matter what kind of skin you have, if it is oily then you can use it plain with turmeric powder in it and make a past with rose water or milk, if you have dry skin then add some fresh cream in it. * Use alum powder to scrub off all the dirt from your skin and you can try that every day this will help with all kind of skin issues, for insistent, if you are getting any kind of pimple on your face and you don’t want that then take some bandage and put some alum powder in it and past it over your pimple for over the night and you will be surprise to see the result in the morning. * Tomato is best for your skin; you can keep few tomatoes in your freezer and try to rub that over your face few times a day when you have time and let it over your face for a while and then wash it off with running water. * Heat egg white with lemon juice for 20 seconds and then let it get cool down a bit and then apply it over your face for 20 minutes and peel off this mask and wash it with running water. Fuller’s earth or any mud mask is good for your oily skin, just mix it with rose water and apply that over your face for 25 minutes and then wash it off with running water.

Skin Lightening Lotion   1) Skin Lightening Lotion : Fuller earth, ubtan, bay leaves, beetle nut, turmeric powder and dry rose petals, make powder forms and wash your face with this scrub. Also apply eldoquin cream when go out in sun. 2) Skin Lightening Lotion : Ubtan, almond crushed, baal jharr, glycerine, 1 pinch fennel seeds, fuller earth and rose water, mix well. Wash your face daily with this scrub. 3) Skin Lightening Lotion : Take sandalwood powder, add lemon juice, tomato juice, cucumber juice to it, make a paste and apply on the skin till it dries to get a brighter, lighter and even skin tone. 4) Skin Lightening Lotion : Gram flour has whitening agents to it. Take 2 spoonfuls of gram flour; add a pinch of turmeric to it, few drops of lemon juice and few drops of milk cream. Make it a paste and apply on the skin. When it dries scrub it off. It can be applied all over the body everyday.

Natural Botox for Wrinkles Face Mask   1. Mash up half a banana with the back of a fork (the more ripe the banana, the better!) 2. Mix in 1/4 cup yogurt and 1 tsp of honey. 3. Spread the face mask all over your face. 4. Relax for 15 minutes. 5. Rinse off your face well.

Natural Tips For Beautiful Lips   Protecting your lips from drying is not only important for appearance and comfort, but for health. Every one wants their lips to look soft, smooth and beautiful. * Your lips will be pink again as before. Apply lipsticks only when you have to go for any party or function. * If your lips' color has turned in to black, then stop the use of lipsticks. Combine white butter with saffron and apply it on your lips daily. By this way, you will notice difference in your lips’ color. * Daily night massage your lips with a mixture of honey and almond oil to prevent the drying of your lips. * To maintain the pink color of your lips, crush fresh red rose petals and add a little ghee to make a paste. Apply this paste on your lips and remain it for about an hour. After that, wash it with water; you will get soft and beautiful lips by applying this paste. * The natural moisture and softness of lips, spray little powder on your hankie, put it on your lips and apply little pressure with hand. By doing this, the natural moisture of your lips will be maintained. * Take water, honey, glycerin, and almond oil in equal amount and place them in a bottle. Shake the bottle to mix them well. Apply this mixture daily to get luscious lips. * We have a problem of dry lips, then mix olive oil and vaseline and apply it on lips three to four times in a day. This remedy will help you to get rid of dry and chapped lips that make you more miserable. * Take two teaspoon of coco butter and half teaspoon honey wax. In a vessel, heat wax and add coco butter. Let this mixture to become cool. After then, apply it on lips with the help of lip brush. Beauty of the lips will be preserved by this way. * Apply a good amount of lip balm before going to sleep at night. You can also mix some crushed sugar with lip balm; this will not only give you soft and supple lips but also make them pink and pucker. As well, try to moisturize your lips by applying lip balm after every few hours.  

Traditional Indian Beauty Secrets India is a country which is famous for its years old knowledge about the functioning of human body. The secrets are old and proven. The Indian traditional methods in case of beauty tips is very easy to follow and with less expenditure and with good results. * Every single part of the neem tree is valuable and thanks to thousands of scientific studies, that is no secret. this is could well be the queen of all beauty ingredients.While its usage is the highest in medicine, neem infused tea does wonders for acne-prone skins and neem oil is a fantastic moisturizer. * A simple paste made of Tulsi and milk can help drive those nasty teen-age pimples and nourish the skin. * Honey naturally absorbs and retains moisture which makes it an excellent hydrating agent. Add it to a little saffron or milk and you get a face pack that will leave you glowing. You can also use it with olive oil to make a great hair conditioner. It cleanses the skin too and is a terrific source of antioxidants. * Multan matti can be used with honey, milk, lime juice or tomato juice to make a face pack. Or mix it with jaggery and curd as a hair pack to be used before shampooing. this is especially helpful for those with dandruff. * Turmeric gives a lovely golden glow to the skin and its antiseptic properties cure pimples. Mix it with a little milk for your under- eye skin and say goodbye to those wrinkles. * Amla can be used alone or along with shikakai, neem and tulsi.There have been numerous studies on the benefits of neem, amla, tulsi and honey and if that doesn’t convince you, the testimonials of hundreds of mothers and grandmothers should do the trick.

How to Make a Natural Face Mask with Rose Water   The honey and banana soothe sensitive skin and rose water acts as a gentle astringent that's great for oily skin. Rose water can often be found at health food stores, or you can make your own using pesticide-free rose petals from your garden. * Rose water * Honey * Cotton balls * Banana * Whole milk * Gram flour (besan)   Instructions * Mix 10 heaping spoonfuls of gram flour with 4 teaspoons of milk, 1 teaspoon of rose water and 1 tablespoon of honey. * Mash half a banana with a fork and then use a fork to incorporate it into the honey mixture. The mask will be slightly lumpy. * Wash your face before applying the face mask and then pat your face dry. * Apply the mask in a circular motion to your entire face and neck. Leave the mixture on for 15 to 30 minutes. * Rinse off the mask with warm water. If you like, moisten a cotton ball with rose water and stroke onto your face.