In some parts of the world ‘to eat’ means ‘to eat rice’. One of the most important grain, rice is a staple food for almost half of the world’s population, supplying as much as half of the daily calories. But, rice is also an important beautifying ingredient. For centuries, Asian women have used rice […]
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Besan is the talk of the town in the health industry. Not just because of its yummy taste and versatility in cooking, but also because of its gluten-free status and high protein content. Besan is one of my favourite cooking ingredients too. I have grown up eating delicious dishes made out of it such […]
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Farha asks: Hi I have tried your reetha-shikakai shampoo. It works fine but since I got an extremely oily scalp could you please suggest me what can I use for oily scalp? Also, I have dandruff too. The simple answer is make reetha-shikakai shampoo more concentrated. So cook for more time and you can […]
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Reverse hair washing is a hot new trend these days. It promises to give your hair more volume and gloss – just like the models in the adverts It’s just like a regular wash, just in reverse order. You apply your conditioner first, then your shampoo. This method works for pretty much any hair type […]
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You want hair that looks and feels great – not greasy and flat. If you have fine oily hair (and I’m sure some with coarser hair too) you know the sleek hair struggle all too well. Every time you wash your hair you wish it stays fluffy and bouncy for at least a couple of […]
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When you have fine hair like me, getting a gorgeous, fuller-looking and bouncy hair can be tough — you primp it, tousle it, or scrunch it, but it just keeps falling flat. I am always looking for ways to increase its thickness. Store bought products have generally disappointed me, they either have too many […]
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Green Tea is Fab for your Hair. My parents visited Darjeeling some time ago, and they brought me a few bags of green tea. Since then it has just been sitting in my cupboard as I simply dislike the taste of green tea. So I have thought of putting it to another good use […]
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If you have oily hair, clay hair mask is a great natural option. I particularly like fullers earth or multani mitti for greasy hair. This wonderful clay is very effective at absorbing excess oils and impurities from your scalp, leaving it clean and revitalized. The addition of lime peel powder gives shine and softness […]
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Rosemary is one of the most beneficial herbs for your hair. I have been using rosemary hair rinse for about 3 months now. I am not sure if it has changed the colour of my hair – I henna dye every month – but it surely has changed the colour of my white tumbler (which […]
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Static in hair is very annoying. The instant temperature drops, the heaters turn on, and the air dries up, everything seems charged up. If you are a fine-haired girl like me then you might find it impossible to hold and maintain a decent style. Static hair is ruining it all. So why the heck do […]
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Washing your hair every single day is actually doing more harm than good. When you shampoo your hair daily you strip your scalp and hair of its beautiful natural oils and nutrients. This can lead to breakage, dull looking hair, and overall, it will make your scalp dry and flaky. So try washing […]
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Lime juice makes an excellent clarifying hair rinse. It helps rid your hair of any build up and re-establishes the pH balance of your scalp. This refreshing rinse also helps close the cuticles along the hair shaft, leaving hair shiny, smooth, and manageable. To make this clarifying rinse you will need: 2 tablespoons lime […]
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Shikakai literally means ‘fruit for the hair.’ It has been used in India for centuries as a gentle cleansing and conditioning agent for hair and skin. Rich in flavonoids, alkaloids, and various plant acids, shikakai nourishes and strengthens hair roots to promote healthy hair growth. The low pH of shikakai matches with our hair’s […]
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If life gives you oranges, make orange hair rinse 🙂 Orange juice rinse conditions the hair and balances the scalp. This rinse is especially useful during winter months, when the humidity is low and your hair is greatly lacking in the moisture content. Orange juice rinse will hydrate your scalp and hair and add lots […]
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When life gives you lemons, don’t make lemonade. It’s so full of sugar and unhealthy anyway. Make a lemon rinse instead. Your hair will love it. Rich in vitamin C, lemon helps to rejuvenate the scalp and add gloss to dull hair. The astringent and purifying qualities of lemon make it perfect for those with […]
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We all know the age-old wisdom – An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but now the new research suggests that it can keep the trichologist (hair doctor) away too. Apple juice is the hidden ace of hair care, and it works wonders for your scalp and hair. It helps with dandruff and itchy […]
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