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Ten Dental Hygiene Tips For A More Thorough Clean

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Ten Dental Hygiene Tips For A More Thorough Clean

Brushing your teeth every morning and night doesn’t guarantee you’re giving your mouth all the attention it needs. Even a regular oral hygiene routine could be leaving gaps if you engage in a few not-so-great habits with your time at the sink. By understanding proper brushing technique and ensuring you have the right tools in your cabinet, you can make sure you have all of your bases covered when pursuing a more thorough clean. Consider the following dental hygiene tips to help you take your care routine to the next level.

Use Proper Brushing Technique

A quick wash of your bristles isn’t enough to banish leftover food particles and polish your teeth. Instead, use a technique echoed by the American Dental Association (ADA): Start with your brush at a 45-degree angle to your gums and use short back and forth strokes across the sides and tops of your teeth. Then, hold the brush vertically and use several shorter strokes to focus on the backs of your teeth of the front anterior teeth where plaque builds up often.

Brush Enough

Many people brush regularly, but simply don’t brush enough for their teeth to stay clean. The ADA recommends brushing for at least two minutes, twice daily. Having trouble gauging your routine for this duration? Try listening to short song, cue up a two-minute YouTube video or set a timer on your phone to give yourself the time you need to thoroughly clean your teeth.

Pick the Right Brush

Always look for a brush whose head and bristles are small enough to reach into the crevices of your molars, where food debris can hide after you eat. According to the International Dental Health Association, most adults require a small- or medium-sized toothbrush for this purpose.

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Also Read: Top 5 Reasons Why Your Pores Look Big

Look for the ADA SealNot all toothpastes are created equally. For the best clean, look for a product carrying the ADA Seal of Acceptance, which meets strict manufacturing regulations that promise an effective clean with a dosage of fluoride suitable for adults and kids past a certain age. This seal ensures you’re using a product the ADA guarantees will do a safe and thorough job every time you brush.

Basil for Beauty: Herbal Magic for Skin and Hair

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Basil for Beauty: Herbal Magic for Skin and Hair

 

Basil for beauty? It’s not just for eating! Basil herbal remedies can do a LOT for both your skin and your hair!

It’s spring time and as the cold days segway to warm afternoons filled with sunshine, herbs and flowers are starting to poke through the once icy ground offering beautiful colors and such pleasant aromas. And, one of my favorite herbs for cooking with happens to have multiple uses for skin and hair and is one I’m sure you use from time to time, basil!

Basil, native to India, is part of the mint family and has a very distinctive smell and taste. But aside from throwing it on pizza, or in a blender for pesto, consider grinding it into a paste to use as part of a face or hair mask. Or boil it down and use the liquid as a healing tonic. Learn how to grow basil!

Basil is jam-packed with goodness that our hair and skin can benefit from as it is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial and contains potent amounts of vitamin A and vitamin K, both essential for hair and skin nourishment. The natural oils found in basil are great for cleansing and removing dirt and oil while basil’s urusolic acid comounds help to brighten skin and close open pores. When used regularly, basil can help with acne, prevent premature aging, and strenghten hair while aiding dry scalp and dandruff.

Basil for Beauty Recipes

Basil Mask for Acne and Pimples:

  • A handful of fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (or about half of a smaller lemon squeezed)

First grind the fresh basil using either a coffee grinder or a blender. Then add the the ground basil with the honey and lemon juice in a bowl and mix until the ingredients are well melded. Apply to a clean face and allow to sit for 20 minutes. Then rinse with warm water and again with cool water and pat dry. Use 2 or 3 times a week for best results.

Anti-Aging Basil Toner for Tight, Youthful Skin

  • A handful of fresh basil
  • 1 cup of water
  • ½ teaspoon of lemon juice

Put the basil and water in a small saucepan and bring the water to a boil and leave boiling for 5 minutes. Use a mesh sieve or strainer and pour the liquid into a small jar and set aside to cool. Once cooled add the lemon juice. To use, first wash the face then dip a cotton ball into the toner and gently rub over the entire face and neck. Use in the morning and at night. Read more

Also read: Top 5 Reasons Why Your Pores Look Big

 

CHARCOAL-INFUSED BEAUTY PRODUCTS THAT GIRLS WITH OILY SKIN WILL LOVE

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CHARCOAL-INFUSED BEAUTY PRODUCTS THAT GIRLS WITH OILY SKIN WILL LOVE

CHARCOAL-INFUSED: When it comes to taking care of oily skin, most girls only focus on controlling the excess oil. In their search for products that control oil, they often end up using harsh formulas that ruin the skin’s pH balance. And once the skin’s moisture levels are compromised, your skin can end up producing excess oil to combat the dryness.

Over the last few years, charcoal has gained a lot of popularity; especially among girls with oily skin. If you’re dealing with oily skin woes, here are a few charcoal-infused products you need to get your hands on right away.

Micellar water

Micellar water is an absolute essential if you wear makeup or live in a city. Pollution levels are high in cities and oily skin attracts dirt, dust and other impurities quite easily, leading to acne and breakouts.

Face wash

Formulated using charcoal, this face wash keeps excessive oil off your face, removes deep set impurities with ease and allows better absorption of skincare products.

Face mask

Face masks work wonders for the skin, but you need to pick a suitable one that tackles your skin woes for best results. For oily skin, opt for a clay or charcoal based mask; this will detoxify and brighten your dull and oily skin.

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Also Read:HOW TO CLEAN MAKEUP SPONGES IN 3 MINUTES OR LESS!

 

Top 5 Reasons Why Your Pores Look Big

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Top 5 Reasons Why Your Pores Look Big

While some products can temporarily hide or diminish those prominent pores, they don’t offer a permanent pore makeover. In reality, pore size, oil production and skin type are mostly determined by your genetic legacy. However, knowing a few of the main culprits behind those visible pores might help you choose your skin care routines and products with more care.

1. Acne

Pores are far from static entities, especially if they have to wage a constant battle against acne and inflammation. Old skin cells, excess oil and bacteria can lodge inside of pores, causing visible blackheads or whiteheads. These uncomfortable lesions also tend to cause pores to expand and sag over time. In addition, overactive oil glands at the base of your pores not only increase the likelihood of acne, but also leave behind a sheen that makes pores seem more prominent, especially as skin ages.

2. Harsh Extractions

Years of uncomfortable blackheads or inflamed whiteheads might have led to the questionable picking, popping and extracting of those pesky pimples. Unless a trained professional performed the extraction, rough treatment of inflamed pores often leaves behind visible scarring and the seeming appearance of enlarged pores. Applying pore strips more than a couple of times a week can also encourage the sebaceous gland to go into overdrive, leaving behind an oily and open appearance.

3. Oil Production

The gland at the base of each pore produces a natural oil, called sebum, which protects and moisturizes the skin and hair. While sebum plays an essential role in healthy skin, some people struggle with overactive sebaceous glands. These problem glands lead to oily skin, acne-prone areas and the appearance of larger pores. As skin ages, that oily sheen can also highlight any visible pores or unevenness on your face.

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Also read  HOW TO CLEAN MAKEUP SPONGES IN 3 MINUTES OR LESS!

HOW TO CLEAN MAKEUP SPONGES IN 3 MINUTES OR LESS!

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HOW TO CLEAN MAKEUP SPONGES IN 3 MINUTES OR LESS!

It’s essential to clean your makeup sponges regularly in order to keep bacteria at bay and maintain their effectiveness. And guess what, we’ve found the perfect hack that’ll leave your makeup sponges squeaky clean in a matter of minutes. Read on for a step-by-step tutorial…

How to :

Step 01: Pour some baby shampoo into a microwave-safe bowl and dilute it with some water

Step 02: Next, put a used beauty blender in the soapy mixture and place the bowl in a microwave

Step 03: Close the microwave and place the heat setting on full and set the timer to one minute

Step 04: Once the minute is up, take out the bowl from the microwave and squeeze out the excess water. This should leave your beauty blender absolutely squeaky clean and as good as new. However, if you see any dirty patches, repeat the process and that should fix the problem.

Note: While squeezing out the water in the last step, remember to wear gloves as the water will be really hot.

A BEGINNERS GUIDE TO BUYING MAKEUP BRUSHES

Makeup brushes almost feel like a lifetime investment. TBH, I bought a couple of good quality makeup brushes with my first salary about 6 years ago, and with proper care and cleaning, they still work perfectly fine.

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Also Read: DIY Brown Sugar Lip Scrub or Polish

DIY Brown Sugar Lip Scrub or Polish

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DIY Brown Sugar Lip Scrub or Polish

Exfoliate dry lips, bringing out their natural, healthy glow with this DIY brown sugar lip scrub. It’s super simple to make and makes a nice holiday gift or stocking stuffer. 

Why make a homemade lip scrub?

Dry lips can also benefit from a gentle exfoliation using a lip scrub.

Save money

You could, of course, buy a lip or body sugar scrub. But why would you want to spend money on a product that has such simple, inexpensive ingredients.

Choose the ingredients

When you make your own lip scrub, not only can you save money, but you can also control what goes into it. You can choose the quality of the oils and the other ingredients. And, you can avoid questionable or unwanted ingredients.

The product I linked to above has “fragrance” (an unknown chemical mixture), along with some other ingredients that I wouldn’t normally choose to use in a homemade product.

Plus, you can customize your recipe however you like! You can make a thinner or more solid polish. You can add a fragrance or leave it unscented. You can make it as abrasive or as gentle as you like!

Which sugar should you use?

Sugars is a natural humectant, making it ideal for helping restore moisture into dry skin. It also has the abrasiveness necessary for exfoliating away dead skin cells.

When making a DIY sugar lip scrub, brown sugar is a great choice. Brown sugar generally has smaller, rounder crystals that are less abrasive than those of white sugar. That’s why brown sugar lip scrubs tend to be much gentler on the lips.

For body scrubs, you can use salt, regular white sugar, a finer caster sugar, or brown sugar, depending on the sensitivity of your skin. (I listed those in the order of most to least abrasive.) The salt will be the most abrasive, followed by regular white sugar. With any of the options, the crystals round off as they dissolve during use (if used with water). So, all are generally quite safe to use. Read More………….

Also Read: THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HAIR FALL AND HAIR BREAKAGE

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HAIR FALL AND HAIR BREAKAGE

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THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HAIR FALL AND HAIR BREAKAGE

We often find our hair losing its original volume and blame it on hair loss. But did you know that hair breakage could also be a bigger cause of concern when you find your tresses losing their thickness and health? To understand this hair concern, we need to address the true difference between hair fall and hair breakage. Here’s a low-down on it…

What is hair fall?

Although hair fall and hair breakage are two common hair concerns, they are distinct with different signs and causes, and need to be treated differently.

Hair fall is essentially hair loss when the root or follicle becomes fine resulting in reducing the bulk of your hair. This means your hair falls from the root and you need to understand that some amount of it is only a natural phenomenon. They say one loses about 100 strands a day, which means we actually only lose just about 1 per cent daily. Hair loss or shedding can be blamed on poor hair diet or even genetics but losing little hair daily is not a cause of concern unless it takes the form of alopecia, which is spotting bald patches on your scalp.

 Can you treat hair fall?

If you wish to treat hair fall and have been worried about losing too many hairs, the solution lies in embracing a shampoo and conditioner targeted towards the problem. What you truly need is the Dove Hair Fall Rescue Shampoo and Conditioner that is formulated with Nutrilock active which helps reinforce your hair strength and prevents hair fall.

 What is hair breakage?

No, hair fall and hair breakage is not the same. In a hair breakage situation, your hair shaft breaks. It results in split ends and your hair strands become shorter. This is because the hair is constantly suffering from dryness and damage on the scalp area. Before your hair breaks, you will notice that it loses colour and eventually turns into split ends. Moreover, hair breakage is largely a result of mishandling your hair or excessive usage of heat styling products, chemical buildup and even using the wrong hair brush. Read More……………..

Also Read: 10 INSANE DIY FACE MASKS THAT WILL MAKE YOUR SKIN GLOW

10 INSANE DIY FACE MASKS THAT WILL MAKE YOUR SKIN GLOW

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10 INSANE DIY FACE MASKS THAT WILL MAKE YOUR SKIN GLOW

A strong indicator of good health is glowing skin. It’s no wonder face masks have grown in popularity over the years. They’re easy to apply, fun to concoct and they give our physical appearance a significant boost.

Masks can hydrate skin, remove excess oils and help improve the appearance of pores. On top of this, they help to remove impurities. Here some face masks for glowing skin:-

1. Avocado Face Mask

Avocado is one of the prominent superfoods for skin. Did you know that it can also be used for facials? Take advantage of avocado’s vitamins and protein to moisturize your skin.

Ingredients:

1 Ripe Avocado
1 Egg White – room temperature
one Tablespoon Lemon Juice

Directions:

1. Peel avocado and mash until there are no chunks.
2. Mix avocado, egg whites and lemon juice into a bowl.
3. Apply to face and let sit for 30 minutes.
4. Rinse.

 

2. Strawberry Face Mask

 

Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and also contain alpha hydroxy acids, which help with exfoliation. Try this face mask for beautifully smooth skin.

Ingredients:

  • 10 Fresh Strawberries
  • 1/4 Cup Bee Pollen (sold at health-food stores)
  • 3 Tablespoons Raw Honey (health-food stores)
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil Mayonnaise
  • A Few Drops of Lavender Essential Oil

Directions:

  1. Combine all the ingredients.
  2. Apply to the face, avoiding the eye area.
  3. Let it sit for 20 minutes.
  4. Rinse.

3. Honey Face Mask

This face mask is particularly good for scars and dark spots. It’s also extremely easy to make.

Ingredients:

  • 2 Teaspoons Raw Honey
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Lemon Juice

Directions:

  1. Combine the lemon juice and honey.
  2. Apply the mixture to your face.
  3. Allow it to sit for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Rinse.

 

4. Tomato & Cucumber Face Mask

Both tomato and cucumber are natural astringents which help tighten pores. Revitalize your skin with this simple mask.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 Ripe Tomato
  • 1/4 Cucumber

Directions:

  1. Wash and peel your 1/4 cucumber.
  2. Blend it to a fine pulp with 1/2 tomato.
  3. Apply the mixture to your skin in a gentle circular motion.
  4. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
  5. Rinse. Read More…………..

Also Read: 5 Beauty Treatments You Don’t Need To Go To The Salon For

5 Beauty Treatments You Don’t Need To Go To The Salon For

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5 Beauty Treatments You Don’t Need To Go To The Salon For

While we badly miss our fave salons, that doesn’t mean we have to do away with our fave pampering treatments . Some in-salon services like glow-boosting masks, manicures, and hair removal can be accomplished at home! Below, a list of beauty treatments that are worth trying if you want to treat yourself from the comfort and safety of your house:

1. Hair Mask

Mix common ingredients like aloe Vera and coconut oil to create a nourishing hair mask. Aloe Vera has antibacterial and anti fungal properties that help address dryness and dandruff, while coconut oil is ideal for restoring the health and shine of your hair. Using your fingers, run the freshly made mask through your hair from root to tip. Once you’re done, wear a shower cap to prevent the hair mask from dripping. Leave it on for a few minutes so that your hair soaks up all the moisturizing goodness of the concoction then rinse thoroughly.

2. Facial

Are you dealing with oily, acne-prone skin? Use a clay mask to help unclog pores and get rid of dirt and excess oil. There are ready-to-use options available so you can skip the messy mixing. Just wash your face and apply a generous amount of clay mask. Let the mask dry before rinsing it with lukewarm water. If you want to go the extra mile, end your facial with a massage using a jade roller. It helps reduce puffiness and relax your face.

3. Nail Art

From minimal details to bold and bright doodles, doing your nails can be a fun, creative at-home activity. We recommend gel nail kits for a manicure that won’t easily chip for weeks. Get a set that comes with a UV lamp so you can get that legit nail salon experience.

4. Body Scrub

Aside from exfoliating dead skin cells and improving blood circulation, body scrubs are like food for your skin—especially the homemade body scrub recipes that are too yummy to resist. Combine ingredients like strawberries, papaya, and honey to help brighten the skin and treat breakouts. Massage the mix on your skin while in the shower, scrub in circular motions, and then rinse. Moisturize your body with lotion to avoid drying out your skin.

5. Hair Removal

Even if you can’t book a waxing or threading appointment, you can still achieve smooth and silky skin using Veet products in the comforts of your own home. Whether you prefer hair removal cream or wax strips, you can go with a method you’re comfortable doing.

If you’re using the removal cream, spread it evenly and in the direction of your hair growth. Leave it on for a few minutes, and then use the Veet spatula to gently scrape off the hair upward. Rinse your skin then pat to dry.

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Read Also: Five DIY rice flour face packs for flawless skin……

DIY Turmeric Facial Cleanser

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DIY Turmeric Facial Cleanser

Turmeric has long been used for its medicinal properties from curing an upset stomach to helping remove scars. Because it’s such a powerful spice, it’s often used in many beauty products, such as this homemade facial cleanser! This DIY turmeric facial cleanser is great for all skin types, but does wonders for those with acne-prone and oily skin!

Turmeric and especially its most active compound curcumin have many scientifically-proven health benefits, such as the potential to prevent heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and cancer. It’s a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis.

it is safe for most people when consumed in amounts found in food. But turmeric can have side effects when taken in large doses. Some supplements contain up to 500 milligrams of extract, and their labels recommend taking four capsules per day. … Little research has been done on excessive doses.

Made entirely out of natural ingredients, this DIY turmeric facial cleanser will cleanse the skin, shrink pores, tighten, smooth, and prevent breakouts! Gentle enough to use daily and suited for all skin types from sensitive, acne-prone, and aging!

DIY Turmeric Facial Cleanser Recipe

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, mix all ingredients together until well incorporated.
  2. Pour into a clean pump bottle and it’s ready to use!
  3. Use like you would any other facial cleanser, morning and night.
  4. Follow up with your favorite homemade toner and a light moisturizer!

Benefits of Turmeric For the Skin

  • Reduces redness, scars, and pimples.
  • Slows down the process of aging.
  • Smooths bumpy skin.
  • Anti-bacterial and anti-fungal.
  • Brightens dull skin.
  • Exfoliates.
  • May help with psoriasis.
  • Anti-inflammatory. read more 

Also read: Apricot Rosehip Body Butter Recipe for Face and Body

Made entirely out of natural ingredients, this DIY turmeric facial cleanser will cleanse the skin, shrink pores, tighten,
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