HOW TO USE FLAXSEED & FLAXSEED OIL FOR HAIR GROWTH?

Both flaxseed and flaxseed oil are amazing for promoting hair growth and has wonderful hair benefits. Flaxseed is popularly called Alsi | Alasi in Hindi, Avise Ginjalu in Telugu and Ali Vithai in Tamil.

We get flaxseeds easily and cheaply in almost all the departmental stores in India and it will be a great loss if we don’t use them as they have amazing hair, skin and health benefits.

Flaxseed Benefits For Hair:

• Flaxseed is very high in omega-3 fatty acids that helps nourish the hair follicles, both consuming and applying flaxseed gel externally will give fast positive results.
• Flaxseed gel makes the hair follicles stronger and healthy if we apply it as a mask. I would suggest using it as a hair mask at least weekly twice or thrice to see good results.

DIY for dead and dry hair 😊 No more split and dry ends!

Oily hair hack #2

DIY Mask for Hair 😍😍

DIY Coffee Face Mask

DIY BESAN (KADALAI MAAVU) FACE PACK FOR FAIRNESS, ACNE & GLOWING SKIN

I am sure, many of you must have tried this besan and turmeric face mask at least once. This mask is very popular because it is made with common kitchen ingredients, very effective and easy to make. 

This besan/ kadalai maavu face pack is very good for treating acne, skin whitening and it leaves your skin glowing. Regular use will also reduce the facial hair. Almost all Indian household will have besan and turmeric powder in the kitchen.

I don’t remember a day that I haven’t used turmeric in my daily cooking. Besan/ Gram flour/ Chickpea flour is a flour made from ground chick peas. 

DIY: BAKING SODA FACE MASK RECIPE FOR ACNE, ACNE SCARS & OPEN PORES

I tried three versions of this baking soda face mask and I have to say, it is one of the quickest way to get rid of acne, open pores & acne scars. Baking soda face masks also leave our skin brighter after using it. 

Of the three versions, first method was mixing the baking soda with lemon juice. It will start foaming once the lemon juice is added, now add pure unadulterated honey to it and your face mask is ready. 

I have a very normal skin, but when I applied this combination it started burning, so if you have sensitive skin, please stay away from this combination. I am writing this because many books and articles ask people to try this combination for all skin types. The second one was baking soda mixed with honey. 

I liked this combination and there was no burning sensation on my skin at all. So if you have sensitive skin, then this is the best combination for you. The last one was the baking soda mixed with plain water and I experienced slight tingling sensation but nothing much. 

TURMERIC FOR ACNE | HOW TO USE TURMERIC FOR ACNE & ACNE SCARS

Turmeric paste is an amazing ingredient to use for acne & acne scars, as they fight off the acne causing bacteria and has amazing health benefits for skin and face. 

Acne is one of the major cause for teenage stress. Acne affects both younger and older people alike, leaving us depressed and frustrated. Nowadays we get loads of on the counter medicines and lotions for acne and they are increasing day by day. 

Most of these creams have side effects like skin peeling, discoloration, sensitivity to sun, etc. We also can’t use these products for a long time, as most of them contain steroids. If the condition is mild, you can safely and quickly treat it at home without leaving any scars on the skin. 

DIY LIP SOFTENING PATCHES

Dry and cracked lips are common because lips do not have any sebaceous glands to keep them moisturized on its own. Chap sticks, lip balms, etc. are a great way to moisturize your lips on-the-go but your lips also need a moisture boost once in a while to maintain its shine and softness. there are lip patches available commercially that are actually lip masks. Well, you can make your own lip patches too:

BENEFITS:

Castor oil- Has great skin moisturizing and softening properties. Helps heal dry patches effectively.

lmond oil- Heals dry patches and also helps to lighten lip pigmentation.

Beetroot powder- Nourishes lips and keeps it healthy. Also gives it a rosy appearance.

DIY APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FACE MASK RECIPE FOR ACNE & ACNE SCARS

This homemade apple cider vinegar face mask has many skin benefits. This mask is especially useful for people who are suffering from sensitive and acne prone skin.
I have a normal skin and every face pack agrees with me, so I have never
thought about face packs for people with acne prone, sensitive skin. 

But one of my friends, who has a very sensitive skin always complains that she cannot
use any face packs on her skin. When I was searching for recipes for acne prone skin, I found that apple cider based face masks does wonders for acne, so I tried it with white clay, fresh apple puree, apple cider vinegar and dried herbs. 

As you can see, all these ingredients are very good for preventing acne but are very gentle on the skin. Apple cider vinegar is amazing in preventing break outs, but if you have a very sensitive skin, it is hard to use apple cider mask directly on the skin. But when combined together like in this mask with other acne preventing natural ingredients, it greatly prevents acne without any skin irritation. 

DIY SANDALWOOD (CHANDAN) FACE MASK / PACK FOR ACNE & ACNE SCARS

Sandalwood mask is amazingly effective in treating acne and acne scars. Acne is a skin disease that involves oil glands. I read that nearly 70% to 90% of the teenagers all over the world, are affected by acne. 

Acne, though not such a dreadful disease can leave scars on the face. Acne usually reduces with age, though there are exceptions for it. I feel more than the physical effects like pimples and scars, the stress caused by it is the worst, as it affects mainly the teenagers. 

Though there are millions of medicated creams and lotions for acne, almost every cream comes with a side effect. This home remedy for acne is very mild and can be used continuously even for months together, without any side effects. 

The ingredients used in this remedy are vetiver and sandal wood. Vetiver is an antiseptic and is very effective in preventing acne. Now vetiver essential oil is getting very popular for it’s wonderful properties. 

Vetiver is native to India and it’s name is derived from Tamil name “Vettiver”. Sandal wood is very good in diminishing scars left by acne. Together they make a wonderful treatment for acne. 

ICE CUBES FOR PIMPLES

Applying ice cubes on pimples is an effective and simple treatment for treating pimples and pimple scars. When we apply ice on our face, especially ice cubes that have herbs added to it, it does a lot more than numbing the pain. It helps both treat and prevent acne and the best part is you can make them easily at home.

I have given ten ice cube treatments made with fresh fruit and herb extracts that are very effective in treating and preventing acne and acne scars, choose the one you like and use regularly.

Does Ice Help Pimples?

Yes, applying ice cubes on the pimples does help. When we apply ice cubes on the pimples, it helps reduce the size of the pimple along with numbing the pain greatly. 

Homemade Foot Soak For Dry Feet [Recipe]

There are several lotions and creams that are available on the market that caters to your dry feet. However, going natural is always better and quite often cheaper as well.

One of the ways that you can get your dry feet to a better condition is by giving it a natural moisturizer or hydrate it with a better natural oils. Another way to do it is by using a foot soak. Although, commercial foot baths are also available, making your own foot soaks are quite interesting and will be far cheaper most of the times.

How To Make Homemade Foot Soak?

The ingredients that you will need while making this homemade foot soak are:

- Large bowl
- 1 cup Epsom salts
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- Essential oils
- Moisturizer

How to Remove Skin Blemishes Naturally

Capillary blemishes: 1 lime, 2 tablespoons milk, aloe vera pulp. Squeeze the lime and mix it with the milk. Apply to the affected area. When it dries, put the aloe vera pulp over it. Cover with a bandage. Leave all night.

This recipe removes blemishes including melasma and freckles: Whisk 4 or 5 drops of black balm (myroxylon balsamum) and an egg white. Apply the mixture in the morning and at night.

To remove general blemishes: Mince the bulb of a Spider Lily (hymenocallis harrisiana) and apply to the blemishes every night.

How to Remove Freckles Naturally

Some people find freckles cute, others do not like them. If you don’t like your freckles, there are several home remedies you can try to fade them.

A good home remedy to get rid of freckles and other blemishes is to whisk 4 or 5 drops of black balm (myroxylon balsamum) and an egg white. Apply the mixture in the morning and at night.

Lemon is also very effective in removing freckles: Everyday rub a lemon over the freckles gently and let the juice stay there for several minutes. Do not expose skin to the sun while using this treatment.

Home Remedies for Growing Longer Nails

Strong nails that do not break easily and grow fast is the dream of every woman who wants to have lovely hands.

If we want to have beautiful nails it is necessary to devote a few minutes of our daily routine to them (or at least once a week).

The most common problems people have with fingernails are:

• Excess nail polish: Fingernails need to “breathe” and this is not possible if they are constantly covered with enamel. Besides, nail polish dries nails and the remover damages the root.
• Using the nails as tools: As with teeth, nails should not be used as tools. Fingernails are to protect the fingers and not to clean cracks or open containers.
• Detergents may also affect nails: Wear gloves when washing dishes, the car, cleaning the house, etc…
• Nail biting: Shy or anxious people have a tendency to bite nails.

Home Remedies for Firmer Breasts

The passage of time and motherhood are primarily responsible for the breasts to sag. The skin of the breast is very delicate and should therefore be well-taken care of. Wearing an appropriate bra continuously is a must since tissues and ligaments alone may not always hold the weight of the breasts.

Diets to Lose Weight Fast and Naturally

Have you been invited to a party or an event and you only have a few weeks to lose those extra pounds? Or perhaps you are going on vacation and want to look spectacular in the photos.

Fortunately, there are some tricks that will help you lose those few pounds in a short time.

Tips to Lose Weight Naturally

Home Remedies for Cellulite and Stretch Marks

To Fade Stretch Marks

Stretch marks reducing cream: 100 fresh dandelion leaves, 1/2 liter of water, 1/2 glass aloe vera gel juice, 7 drops of rosehip oil, oatmeal (enough so that the mixture becomes creamy). Boil the dandelion leaves in the liter of water, for 10 minutes, and let it stand. In a tall container, pour dandelion water and add the aloe vera juice, rosehip oil, and oatmeal. Blend in the blender. Apply the cream to the stretch marks and let it work for at least one hour. Wash with lukewarm water. Do this treatment at least 5 times a week. For best results, after washing, give yourself a massage with cocoa butter or wheat germ oil.

Carrot paste: Steam some carrots until they are soft. Make a puree with them, and apply it to the affected area. Let it work for half an hour and rinse with cold water. Hot water is very bad for stretch marks since it stretches the skin.

Home Remedies to Reduce Eye Puffiness

How To Reduce Eye Puffiness

Reduce your daily intake of salt and drink enough water. Give yourself a massage, gently press around the eye with the index finger and finish in the tear duct. Repeat at least 5 times for each eye.

Make an infusion of watercress and raw potato and put compresses on the eyes. You can also apply castor oil around the eyes before going to bed.