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DIY Peel Off Lip Stain

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DIY Peel Off Lip Stain

This DIY peel off lip stain is super easy to make, will save you a ton of money, and will give your lips an all day lip tint!

Peel off lip stains have taken the beauty world by storm, and while they may sound confusing, the concept is actually pretty simple! Just swipe the liquid on your lips, let it dry, and peel off to reveal a 24-hour lasting lip stain! These lip stains are great not only because they give you a super long lasting color, but they also exfoliate as you peel it off!

DIY Peel Off Lip Stain Recipe

This lip stain peel only requires two simple ingredients: school glue and food coloring. Can you say easy?!

You’ll Need:

  • Elmer’s School Glue (non toxic)
  • food coloring

Directions:

Now here is where you can get SUPER creative! You can literally make almost ANY lip color you want simply by adding extra food coloring or mixing different colors!

Fill a clean container with the school glue .

Now, add in some food coloring. The color choice is completely up to you. The more you add, the darker the color will be, and the less you add, the lighter the color! Mix the glue with the food coloring really well until you’ve achieve the color you want!

Dip a clean lip brush into the mixture and apply to your lips, just like you would any lipstick.

Wait 2-3 minutes for it to dry and slowly peel off. Make sure you’re very gentle when pulling off the lip stain peel, as it may hurt a little bit. Also, please do not use this if you have any irritation or open sores. Check your lips carefully and closely beforehand. Read More……………

Also Read: Need Skincare Self-Care? Try This Moisturizing Greek Yogurt Face Mask

Need Skincare Self-Care? Try This Moisturizing Greek Yogurt Face Mask

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Need Skincare Self-Care? Try This Moisturizing Greek Yogurt Face Mask

I know the thought of a greek yogurt face mask might sound messy, maybe even gross if you’re not a big dairy fan, but hear me out. It seems like the older I get the dryer my skin feels—and looks! And if you’re stuck at home, now is the perfect time for a bit of skincare self-care. Applying a yogurt face mask once or twice a week can do everything from restore much-needed moisture to lessen the appearance of age spots. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Benefits of Greek Yogurt for Skin

Given its extraordinary benefits for your body, you can only anticipate the wonders it can do for your face, too. Here are some of the ways yogurt can give you that fresh-from-the-spa glow:

Fights Acne

Fun fact: Greek yogurt has impressive acne-fighting abilities. That’s because it contains lactic acid, which is a type of alpha hydroxy acid (which you can find in many of your store-bought cleansers, spot treatments and acne products). It’s also loaded with probiotics which may help restore your skin’s bacterial balance and keep acne-causing germs from getting out of hand.

Greek Yogurt Face Mask Recipe

My go-to face mask recipe calls for just two ingredients: Greek yogurt and honey. But, different skin types often require different ingredients. Here are a few things you can add to your mask to target your skin’s specific issues.

Optional add ins:

  • Dry skin? Mash and add 1/2 of an avocado or 1 tablespoon facial oil or 1 tablespoon of honey
  • Oily skin? Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric and 1 teaspoon green clay
  • Acne prone? Smash 1/2 banana until smooth and add 1 teaspoon of turmeric or 1 drop lavender or tea tree essential oil
  • Dull skin? Squeeze 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice—the citric acid will also help brighten skin
  • Aging skin? Blend in a few blueberries for additional antioxidants
  • Redness and irritation? Add 1 drop lavender essential oil and 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel. Read More………….

Also Read: SKINCARE CALENDAR: YOUR WEEKLY SKINCARE ROUTINE MADE EASY

SKINCARE CALENDAR: YOUR WEEKLY SKINCARE ROUTINE MADE EASY

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SKINCARE CALENDAR: YOUR WEEKLY SKINCARE ROUTINE MADE EASY

SKINCARE CALENDAR:  So you have your daily skincare routine in place but what about your weekly regimen? You know you have to exfoliate and apply a mask twice a week but when exactly? And we bet more often than not, you forget it altogether, thanks to your jam-packed schedule.

To help you ease it out, we have made a weekly skincare calendar so you don’t miss out on showering your skin with all the care and love it deserves. Whether you want to reduce dark circles with an eye cream or control excessive oil, we’ve got you covered.

Monday: Cleanse + Tone + Moisturise

Mondays are hectic, plus you’re dealing with Monday blues, so let’s keep it simple. A usual CTM routine is enough to kick start your week, don’t load your skin with too many products.

Tuesday: Cleanse + Mask + Tone + Moisturise

Apart from masking, your skin also needs to be exfoliated twice a week, so scrub dead skin cells and deep set dirt off on this day. While you are at it, don’t ignore your eye area, this delicate part of your face requires moisturising too. After cleansing and exfoliating, apply a concern-specific face serum to get healthy and glowing skin.

Wednesday: Cleanse + Exfoliate + Serum + Eyes + Moisturise

Other than your regular cleansing, toning and moisturising, include a mask in your night time skincare routine. We suggest using a skin-specific face mask for best results. If you have oily skin look for a clay or charcoal based mask, and for dry skin use a hydrating sheet mask.

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Also Read: 4 HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE FACE MASKS FOR GREAT SKIN

SAY HELLO TO ALOE! REASONS WHY ALOE VERA GEL IS A SKINCARE MUST-HAVE

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SAY HELLO TO ALOE! REASONS WHY ALOE VERA GEL IS A SKINCARE MUST-HAVE

Well, now that everyone knows that aloe vera gel, the gooey, translucent sap of the plant is filled with beauty benefits and can rid you of almost all your skin woes, let’s get to the details. Oily, dry or sensitive, it works it’s magic on every skin type and is a secret to getting spotless, flawless skin.

You might even have the thorny, triangular plant sitting in your backyard and still be unaware of what all it can do for your skin. But don’t worry, as we are here to help you with that today.

1. Benefits and Use of Aloe Vera – Moisturizes and heals dry and flaky skin

Aloe vera is known to be a natural moisturizer. It has hydrating properties and absorbs into the skin like magic. Even for oily and acne-prone skin, aloe vera has proved to be an excellent moisturizer because of its light texture and 99% water content.

2. Soothes irritated skin

Aloe vera gel has cooling properties which help soothe irritated skin affected by sunburn, rash, infection, redness, and itchiness. Thus, it makes for a super ingredient for sensitive skin. Also, its antifungal properties help in handling inflammation skin issues such as heat boils and cysts in summers. No wonder, aloe vera is a must-have summer skincare ingredient.

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Also Read: 4 HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE FACE MASKS FOR GREAT SKIN

 

NEAR GENIUS WAYS TO USE OLIVE OIL FOR THE FACE, HAIR AND BODY

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NEAR GENIUS WAYS TO USE OLIVE OIL FOR THE FACE, HAIR AND BODY

Whether it is for salads or sautéing your favourite vegetables, women will more often than not have a bottle of olive oil nestled safely on their kitchen shelves. The benefits for the body are far too many, which is why it is considered to be the healthiest oil on earth. But the benefits of this oil are not limited to health, as those with good skincare habits will tell you.

However, it is important to know how to use olive for face, hair and body differently. As every skin and hair type is different and when not combined with the right ingredients, it can clog your pores and also cause breakouts.

1. How to use olive oil for the face?

Dry skin needs to be moisturised regularly so it stays nourished for a longer time. It is an excellent ingredient for those with dry skin as it heals dry, cracked and flaky skin. However, instead of applying olive oil on the face directly, try this DIY recipe that will give you benefits that are not limited to moisturising.

You will need:

  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons of milk
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric

Mix the ingredients together in a bowl and apply evenly all over the face. Let it stay for 15-20 minutes before washing with lukewarm water. Repeat thrice a week for best results.

For oily skin

Believe it or not, but oily skin also needs to be moisturised and using olive oil can prove to be very beneficial for those with this skin type.

  • 1 teaspoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
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4 HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE FACE MASKS FOR GREAT SKIN

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4 HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE FACE MASKS FOR GREAT SKIN

CHOCOLATE FACE MASKS  is something that spells ‘indulgence’. Everyone loves it, whether it is a down day or a happy day, chocolates tend to be your best friend. Wand what if we told you that it can give you flawless skin as well? Surprised? Don’t be, skin loves chocolate as much as your palate loves it.

Dark Chocolates has immense health benefits. It can give you a healthy, glowing and flawless skin. Dark chocolates contain catechins, polyphenols and flannels. These organic compounds make it a powerful antioxidant. It protects your skin from sun damage. Dark chocolate helps you fight stress. Cacao extracts can cure the symptoms of a topic dermatitis.

Lush chocolate face mask

This face mask will help you get rid of oily and acne-prone skin. Chocolate and honey possess antioxidant properties that kill the acne causing bacteria without making your skin dry. It keeps your skin soft and supple. Use this face pack twice a week.

What You Need:

  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • A pinch of cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Method:

  • Take a bowl and mix the cocoa powder, honey and cinnamon.
  • Make a paste. If the paste is too thick then add more honey.
  • Apply it to your face and neck
  • Leave it on for 20-30 minutes and then wash it off.

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Also Read: Top 10 Tomato Face Mask Recipes for All Skin Types

 

Homemade Apricot Face Scrub with Kernels Powder & Honey

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Homemade Apricot Face Scrub with Kernels Powder & Honey

Apricot Face Scrub is made by sifting and grinding dried apricot kernels until they are finely ground. This powder is often used for beauty products, particularly skincare products because of its ability to cause gentle abrasion that’s great for exfoliation.  This exfoliant effectively and gently removes damaged skin cells to promote the growth of new ones.

Rhassoul clay to draws out impurities

A natural mineral clay, the Rhassoul clay can only be sourced from Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. It has long been used for hair and skin, mainly because of its ability to take out impurities. It’s a great ingredient for shampoos, skin conditioners and soaps, plus other therapeutic products currently used by spas and salons. Aside from removing impurities, Rhassoul clay can also be used for deep cleansing, exfoliation, preventing oily skin, soothing irritated skin, and tightening large pores.

How to grind Apricot Face Scrub

You can grind apricot kernels into powder with a fast blender or even better Vitamix blender. The important thing is that you need blades that are thick and sturdy so you can grind hard beans or hard nuts.

Ingredients for Apricot Face Scrub

  • 2 tsp Apricot kernel powder (instructions how to make it below)
  • 1 tsp Rhassoul clay
  • 3 tsp maple syrup

Instructions

  • Start by grinding the apricot kernels in a fast blender if you bought the actual apricot kernel. You need to reduce it to a fine powder. I suggest you use a Vitamix or a ninja blender. It needs to be powerful enough to grind really hard nuts! If you managed to find apricot kernel powder, then of course not need to grind it!
  • Mix all the ingredients into a small bowl until they are well integrated. You may opt to whisk them, but just folding them in with a spatula will do.
  • Apply directly to the face and massage gently for a few minutes in small circular motions.
  • Rinse well with lukewarm water and apply your daily moisturizer.
  • You may store the leftovers in a small container for a few weeks as long as there is no contamination with water.
  • Sift the apricot kernel powder with a sieve. Read More………….

Also Read: 8 Incredible Mustard Oil Benefits That Make It So Popular

8 Incredible Mustard Oil Benefits That Make It So Popular

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8 Incredible Mustard Oil Benefits That Make It So Popular

There are some ingredients that can never be replaced in the Indian kitchen. Not only are they essential in creating various regional delicacies, their uses are manifold and extend beyond the confines of the kitchen. One such example is mustard oil. While it does take some “getting used to” to familiarise yourself with the pungency, get past it and you will soon learn to appreciate its unique flavour. It is addictive.

In Eastern and North Eastern India, it is hard to imagine life without a bottle of mustard oil at home.

Mustard Oil – the Benefits

1. Good Source of MUFA

“Mustard oil is highly recommended for the reason that it is full of monounsaturated fatty acids. Our body needs oil in the ratio of 3:1 – three parts of polyunsaturated fatty acids and one part of saturated fatty acids. Monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) come under polyunsaturated. It is full of MUFA which is very essential for our health. It’s good for the heart, lightens skin, helps in hair growth, prevents premature graying of hair.

2. Mustard oil Promotes Heart Health

Mustard oil in your regular diet could prove to be beneficial to your heart health. Being a rich source of MUFA, it lowers bad cholesterol in the body, thus keeping a check on blood fat levels and helping in circulation. The results also stated that the use of mustard oil, which is rich in alpha-linolenic acid, was associated with a lower IHD risk (Ischemic Heart Disease) than with the use of sunflower oil.

3. Treats Cracked Heels and Brittle Nails

Cracked heels is a bothersome problem during monsoon and winter. You can use waste candles to say good bye to cracked heels. Just create a mixture by heating the candle wax with equal amount of this oil so that it becomes a thick mixture. Fill your cracked heels with this mixture and sleep with cotton socks to make your heels smoother. Read More…………….

Also Read: Top 10 Tomato Face Mask Recipes for All Skin Types

Top 10 Tomato Face Mask Recipes for All Skin Types

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Top 10 Tomato Face Mask Recipes for All Skin Types

Tomatoes aren’t just a yummy fruit (yes, tomatoes are a fruit, not a vegetable) you put in your salads and sandwiches, but they’re also amazing at curing a multitude of skin problems! These are the top 10 tomato face mask recipes that are for all skin types. Whether you have dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, or acne prone skin, there’s a tomato face mask recipe for everyone!

Benefits of Tomatoes for Skin

Before we go ahead and dive into these recipes, you may be wondering, why tomatoes? What makes this fruit so great for treating skin conditions? For starters, tomatoes are packed full of vitamins and minerals. They’re full of vitamin C, folic acid, phenolic compounds, and carotenoids.

  • Vitamin C helps to improve collagen and elastin production in the skin. Collagen and elastin is what makes our skin stay young, supple, and firm. Over time, as we get older, our skin produces less and less collagen and elastin.
  • The pulp in tomatoes is naturally antibacterial and antifungal, making is perfect for those with oily and acne prone skin.
  • Tomatoes contain antioxidant and bleaching properties, which can help fade scars, dark spots, age spots, and sun spots. Additionally, they can also protect the skin from sun damage.
  • Helps the balance the skin’s pH levels, which can naturally balance oil production.
  • Helps to fade away crow’s feet, fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots.
  • Tomatoes contain lycopene which provides photodamage protection.
  • Helps to tighten pores and remove dead skin cells by gently exfoliating and minimizing enlarged pores.

As you can see, tomatoes have a slew of skin benefits, and today we’ll share with you our top 10 tomato face mask recipes for all different types of skin!

10 Tomato Face Mask Recipes

#1. Tomato Face Mask for Dry Skin

You’ll Need:

  • 1 ripe tomato
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

  1. Cut the ripe tomato in half, and in small bowl, squeeze out all of the liquid.
  2. Mix in the olive oil and apply to a clean face.
  3. Leave on for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Rinse off with warm water and pat dry.

Why This Works:

Because olive oil contains fatty acids, it will hydrate and nourish dry skin. The tomato juice helps to exfoliate dead skin cells, leaving skin soft and smooth after just one use.

How Often Should I Use This?

For best results, use this mask once or twice a week.

#2. Tomato Face Mask for Dark Circles

You’ll Need:

  • 1 tsp tomato juice
  • a few drops aloe vera gel

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, mix both ingredients together until well mixed.
  2. Apply to the under eye area and anywhere else where you may have dark spots.
  3. Let sit for about 10 minutes and rinse off with lukewarm water.

Why This Works:

Tomato is a natural skin lightener, meaning it will lighten dark spots and areas on the skin. Aloe vera naturally hydrates and moisturizes dry skin, and also contains antioxidants anti-inflammatory properties that rejuvenate the skin.

How Often Should I Use This?

For best results, use once in the morning and once at night. Read More…………..

Also Read: 5 Best Foods That Prevent Acne & Dark Spots

17 Men Who Really, Really Care About Their Skincare Routines

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17 Men Who Really, Really Care About Their Skincare Routines

Skincare! It’s a thing we love, invest in, and like to talk (and argue) about—of course I want to know what you slather on your face every night that makes you glow like Beyoncé the next day. And while most of the people we hear from when it comes to beauty are women, dudes have a lot to say too.

We asked a bunch of guys about their routines. At first responses came in whispers, then in waves. Suddenly, men were divulging face mask schedules, extensive multi-step nighttime routines, exciting product discoveries, and elaborate beard care. It’s as if they had been waiting all along to discuss their lovingly curated rituals at length.

Here, 17 men share their skincare regimens.

Dan Cipriano, 31, Finance

I started getting into skincare at a young age because I had acne. I’m not afraid to admit that I had bad skin. It taught me a lot about myself and helped me recognize other qualities I had, but it also introduced me to a new skin care routine that I stick to today.

I tried anything and everything to fix my skin when I was younger. One day, I decided that all of the chemicals and medications weren’t doing me any good. I went cold turkey on acne medication and face washes. I honestly just started washing my face with warm water and added a very simple face lotion. Maybe I was growing out of my acne from a hormonal standpoint, but I also felt like I wasn’t treating my skin like it was a dirty car that needed to be waxed and polished daily. That really helped.

As my 20’s roared on, I started shaving every other day for exfoliation, and still maintained my simple routine of applying face lotion (I use Men’s Vaseline Extra Strength) post-shave or a warm water wash every morning. As my 30s approached, I introduced eye cream (Naturopathica Vitamin K Brightening Eye Serum) which I use for the dark circles and wrinkles (my wife tells me they’re called crow’s feet).

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Also Read: 5 Best Foods That Prevent Acne & Dark Spots

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