Lips are most sensitive part on our face.Every one wants their lips charm.No doubt pink and rosy lips look beautiful.All people don't have time to use lipsticks and other guards.Dark lips are the most common problem in all age groups.To cover this problem so many people use lipsticks,makeups....that color is not permanent once you wash it color just go off.
Dark lips are caused by drinking caffeine daily,smoking,direct sunlight(u.v rays).being in polluted areas long time..whatever the causes are I have some risk free natural ways to overcome the dark lips.
Natural ways to lighten dark lips:
Sugar scrub: Sugar scrub is very beneficial in the treatment of dark lips.Take 3-4 table spoons of sugar powder and add butter to it.mix it to form a thick paste and apply it on lips.Sugar works as a exfoliate and remove dead cells on the lips.Butter helps to increase the moisture and color.
Beetroot: Natural agents present in the beetroot helps to remove the dead cells and gradually reduce the darkness.
Olive oil: Olive oil has so many essential nutrients that will helps to reduce the darkness of lips.Retain few drops of olive oil and scrub it.
Rose petals: Prepare paste from rose petals by adding butter to it.Apply the mixture on lips rose petals helps to lighten the dark lips try to make it twice in a week for better noticeable results.
Berries: Berries are very helpful to lighten the dark lips.Prepare the paste from raspberries or strawberries and mix it up with aloevera gel and honey.Apply the mixture on lips and scrub it.Wash it off thoroughly after 10 minutes.
Petroleum jelly: Take two tablespoons of petroleum jelly and add 1/2 tablespoon of strawaberry paste mix it well.Use it as a daily lip balm.
Pomegranate: Separate the pomegranate seeds and add butter.Blend it properly to make a paste.Apply this mixture over the lips and scrub it.This is one of the best natural home made remedy to get clear pink lips.
Salt: Mix pinch of table salt in tablespoon of milk and apply this mixture over the lips and scrub it gently.Wash it off after 10-15 minutes.
Aloevera: Aloevera gel is one of the best natural way to restore the original color of lips.Apply aloevera gel over the lips and scrub it.
Banana: Prepare a paste with banana and milk cream along with this add honey.Apply this mixture daily for a noticeable results.
Washing face with hot water:
Exfoliation:
Exfoliation is good for skin it removes dead cells from the skin and it is better to do twice in a week.Over exfoliation may cause damage to skin.If you have a dry or sensitive skin, better to exfoliate your face once in 10 days.
Sleeping in your makeup:
sleeping in your makeup is one of the worst thing you can do to your skin.It can blocks the pores and your skin can't breathe up which leads to acne and also cause premature ageing.
leaving oil in your hair:
Most of the ladies leave the oil in hair for long time.It is not good for scalp it clogs the pores and absorb dirt and leads to hair fall.It is better to do massage and leave it for an hour and wash it out to keep the hair in good condition.
Not moisturising:
Most of the people thought applying moisturiser on face will increase the acne.But this is not true,use oil free moisturiser for those who have acne.
Lack of sleep:
Enough sleeps makes your skin fresh and young.So it is better to avoid late night sleeps if you have any function or college next day.You should sleep atleast 7-8 hours in a day.
Smoking:
Smoking causes so many health problems such as damage to your lungs,heart,cancer and general health.It is one of the easiest way to age your skin very quickly.It can darken the skin around the eyes and bags under the eyes,darken your lips,increases the chance of getting psoriasis etc..so please quit smoking it causes severe damage to the body organs and skin.
Tight ponytail:
You believe it or not but it is true tightening your hair by wearing a too tight ponytail
leads to hair fall.
Washing face with torrid water can cause severe damage to blood vessels.Suggested that lukewarm water is good to wash your face without any damage to blood vessels.
Exfoliation:
Exfoliation is good for skin it removes dead cells from the skin and it is better to do twice in a week.Over exfoliation may cause damage to skin.If you have a dry or sensitive skin, better to exfoliate your face once in 10 days.
Sleeping in your makeup:
sleeping in your makeup is one of the worst thing you can do to your skin.It can blocks the pores and your skin can't breathe up which leads to acne and also cause premature ageing.
Most of the ladies leave the oil in hair for long time.It is not good for scalp it clogs the pores and absorb dirt and leads to hair fall.It is better to do massage and leave it for an hour and wash it out to keep the hair in good condition.
Not moisturising:
Most of the people thought applying moisturiser on face will increase the acne.But this is not true,use oil free moisturiser for those who have acne.
Lack of sleep:
Enough sleeps makes your skin fresh and young.So it is better to avoid late night sleeps if you have any function or college next day.You should sleep atleast 7-8 hours in a day.
Smoking:
Smoking causes so many health problems such as damage to your lungs,heart,cancer and general health.It is one of the easiest way to age your skin very quickly.It can darken the skin around the eyes and bags under the eyes,darken your lips,increases the chance of getting psoriasis etc..so please quit smoking it causes severe damage to the body organs and skin.
Tight ponytail:
You believe it or not but it is true tightening your hair by wearing a too tight ponytail
leads to hair fall.
Mehndi forms an important part of Indian culture, where it is extensively used in decorating hands and feet during weddings and every other auspicious occasion you can think off!
But what exactly is mehndi or henna?
Henna basically is a tropical plant whose leaves are dried and grounded into a paste and then used as a natural dye. Apart from acting as a temporary tattoo for decorating hands and feet, it is used in hair coloring. It holds high priority in Eastern countries, and it now seems that the Western countries are also indulging. In India, women use mehndi for temporary tattooing with a lot of different designs.
So let’s check below some of the Indian mehndi designs
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1. Here is a beautiful Indian mehandi design with intricate details and design, which is a bit uncommon. The patterns and motifs are a bit non traditional but nevertheless they are very unique and look lovely on the hands.
2. Now from a modern design, we move on to a very Indian Bridal mehndi designs for hands. Designs like these look very pretty on the hands and are suited for any occasion like wedding and are also considered apt for the bride too!!! With traditional motif, it covers the full arms making it very glamorous and beautiful.
3. Feet are also a great canvas for this natrual art, and this design is a perfect example. It is very apt for auspicious occasions. The design is very beautiful and has delicate details within it.
4. This is very traditional and at the same time is unique unlike traditional Indian mehendi design that covers the tips. In this pattern the tips are left open. The motifs are also different on both hands making it unique. This intricate Indian mehndi design fills up the hands, thus making it ideal for a bride to be.
5. This design is very traditional and fills up the hands, without making it look messy. It’s simple and appealing mehendi design makes it apt for anyone. Even a bride’s mother also can opt for this design easily.
6. This Indian mehndi design looks different from the traditional mehndi designs, and is a fun option to try if you are bored of traditional motifs. It contains intricate designs, so it you do yourself too. And hand doesn’t seem messy and looks great with unique designs.
7. For those who want minimal mehndi designs on their hands, this is a great option. The floral motifs at the centre are drawn diagonally with designs on the individual fingers. The colorful stones are added to glam up the look.
8. Are you bored of same old mehndi designs? If yes, then add some uniqueness to your mehndi with the use of different colour stones. These stones are available in different sizes and shapes, and will add colour and beauty to your designs. Here the big stones in the middle of the designs as well as the small stones all making this mehndi design unique.
9. For those who love mehndi on their feet, here’s an Indian mehndi design you can try on your feet. The design covers a good amount of feet space, making it ideal for weddings and special occasions. Make sure to wear a good shade of nail paint too.
10. If you love mehndi on full hands with intricate designs and details, then this one is well suited to your taste. The designs are very beautiful and claim to fill up the whole hands. However, unlike traditional mehndi designs, the top of the fingers are left open for that unique touch.
11. This is one of those simple Indian Mehndi designs for hands which would suit a bride pretty well. The designs and the choice of red mehandi make the designs pop out very well, while the floral motifs and other designs on the fingers look modern.
12. This mehandi design for the feet looks very apt for a bride, as there are a lot of details and intricate designs. The whole feet is covered nicely with motifs and designs to make this mehndi design look beautiful. The front chequered pattern makes this look unique.
13. Mehndi designs can be extremely elaborate on the top of the hands too. Here is an example of it. This one has unique styles, with each finger showing different patterns.
14. Another design with colorful beads can be seen here. This one is apt for a modern bride or a function. The stones and modern designs make this style unique. Also the accessories enhance this look.
15. If you want to try out some designs on the feet, then try this one on the occasion of a wedding. It is a beautiful design and has a nice mixture of traditional and modern patterns.
16. A very simple mehndi design, this looks great on anyone and can be done for any type of occasion like weddings and festivals. There is also use of darker mehndi in this pattern to make the designs prominent and more beautiful.
17. For those looking for medium patterns and unique style, this one is apt. It includes the use of two types of mehndi like red and black mehndi. The black mehndi is used to do the borders while the red one is used to fill in. There is a uniqueness in the tips of the fingers too, with designs like oval and heart shapes done. The use of beads in different colors is also included.
18. This design is unique with its distinct patterns and the dominant pattern is repeated on all sides. The big circular pattern in the middle is also unique for application.
19. This one has medium intricate designs and the designs are filled with glitters using glitter tubes. Different colours are used like red and blue. Also colorful stones are used here.
20. This is a very simple looking yet intricately done design. The design in the middle of the palm has very microscopic details and is done very finely. There are delicately done patterns and are done such that they don’t look too messy or stuffy.
21. This one is also a great option for those who want simple and colorful designs. It includes glitters as well as colorful beads to decorate the hands. It’s a simple yet gorgeous mehndi design for evening parties.
I hope you enjoy trying these Indian bridal mehndi designs for hands and feet. Don’t forget to share your pictures.
Go Hyun Jung
Song Hye Kyo
SuZy Bae
Koreans spend a great deal of time and money in nurturing their skin and are known to be very skin conscious.
All over the world people envy Korean beauties because of their looks and skin. In fact, when Korean Actress Go Hyun Jung published her beauty secrets in a documentary titled ‘Go Hyun Jung’s Texture’, it was a best seller & all copies were sold out within two days of its launch in 2011.
Here are few Korean beauty secrets & tips to get a gorgeous looking healthy skin.
1. Adequate Hydration:
Koreans believe that drinking lots of fluids helps to add a healthy glow to their skin, hence they start their day by drinking a cup of water & splashing their face with cold water for a few minutes. Fruits & vegetables are the most important part of their meals & they consume foods with very less sodium to maintain the hydration in their body.
2. Regular Cleansing, Toning & Moisturising:
They have a unique way of applying skin care products because they believe it yields better results.
Cleansing : Korean actress Suzy Bae talks about the ‘424’ technique, where you must clean your face with an oil (coconut, almond or any cleansing oil) for 4 minutes , follow it with a foaming cleanser for 2 minutes & then rinsing your face for 4 minutes, start with lukewarm water ending with cold water to close all opened pores.
Toning: Koreans prefer tapping the toner with fingertips for better absorption.
Moisturising: By rubbing the hands together, the product is warmed on the fingertips & then applied all over the face in an outward & downward manner.
3. Face Pack/ Mask/ Sheets:
Korean face sheets are infused with ingredients that were tried & tested by their ancestors and today they are most sought out skincare product all over the world. A routine of using two masks – a cleansing mask & a nourishing mask simultaneously once a week helps reduce the puffiness of the face. Using a mask made up of silkworm cocoon powder called baekgangjamhelps in achieving white skin. Besides this, homemade masks with egg white & honey mixture are an all time favourite.
4. Neck Care:
Actress Go Hyun Jung applies her neck cream from jawline to décolletage as stated by her in her documentary for it to be more affective.
5. Beauty Sleep:
Sleeping for at least 6 – 8 hours is as important for a healthy skin.
6. Skin Care Products:
Asian brands are gaining more popularity these days all over the world for their good properties and Koreans use about 10- 20 products each day for their skincare.
7. Facial Stretching Exercise:
This is a common practice among Korean actors & actresses, where ‘Ma Me Mi Mo Mu’ is repeated 10 times for exercising their lip & cheek muscles. In addition to this, co-ordinated stretching of facial muscles with breathing is also recommended.
8. Subtle Make-up:
Koreans keep it simple.
- Eyes are kept minimal with warm hues over the lid, lined by a black eye-liner.
- Loads of mascara for the lashes
- Eyebrows are kept tidy with brow gel
- A hint of pink for flushed cheeks
- Natural colours for luscious lips
Nails can attract people if you keep them in shape. Girls have started growing nails in their fingers and also maintain its beauty. There are many things you should keep in mind while growing your finger nails. First you should clean your nails after taking bath.
This should be done everyday because there are chances for dirt for getting staged in your nails.o There are some easy ways to maintain your nails.
o First remove your old nail polish using a good nail polish remover.
o Avoid using some ruff surfaces to remove it; it may affect your nail layers. Use cotton balls to remove the nail polish.
o Use a file to shape your nails. The shape of the nails should not be sharp. The length of all the nails should be equal.
o Use orange wood stick to clean your nails and then soak your fingers in warm water to remove the dirt.
o Leave the cuticle intact so that it will help to prevent infection of the nail growing tissue.
o Now coat your nails with the nail polish, it is not necessary to use top coat and a base coat. You can use a single nail polish for top coat. After applying the polish dry it for some time.
o After this apply some moisturizing cream to the cuticles and hands to prevent splitting up of nails.
There are 10 tricks to keep your manicure looking great for longer
o Keeping short nails are safe then growing nails.
o Be careful with your cuticles. Apply oil to the cuticles. Use cotton to remove the nail polish. Clean the nails daily.
o To keep your nails healthy eat calcium and magnesium rich foods.
o You can also protect your nails by using artificial nails.
o Do not to remove and reapply nail polish more than once or twice a week as these causes in drying your nails.
Follow these steps to prevent biting your nails.
Biting your nails will cause you
o Split and fractured nails
o Bleeding around the nails
o Infections
o Pain
Starting eat carrots or some chocolate bars to avoid biting your nails.
o You can also put on a nail polish with a bad odor on and as it tastes bad you won't be able to bite your nails.
o As your nails/skin grows, they will look swollen and there will be an irritating sensation on the skin which is normal. This sensation will vanish away with time.
o Biting your nails will cause many damages to your health. If the dirt in the nails go into your body it will upset your digestive system, will lead to vomiting.
