As it is a kind of AHA, malic acid has been found to be an effective agent in maintaining skin’s softness and smoothness, thanks to its properties of exfoliation. Meanwhile, antioxidants found in apples aids in promoting skin’s radiance and rejuvenation.

Also included in this recipe are extra virgin olive oil and rose water, both of which help in reducing pigmentation and improving skin tone.

Working as skin’s natural moisturizer, olive oil works in delaying aging effects on skin because of its healthy content of antioxidants and fats. Rose water, for its part, is one awesome beauty agent because it contains antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. It’s effective in maintaining the pH balance of skin, healing of scars, calming acne and revitalizing skin that’s aging. As an added bonus, it comes with a pleasant smell too.

So the ingredients to prepare are simply one apple, some olive oil and rose … Read the rest

There are several types of mustache wax, ranging from chemically engineered to organic and natural. I won’t say which is better and which isn’t, as it is purely a matter of taste. Some prefer one type, others prefer another, so basically it’s what works for you.

Whichever composition it is, mustache wax usually comes in a puck in the form of a very thick and consistent substance. It is hard to scrape it, let alone spread it evenly on your facial hairs, so here’s a couple of methods to help you as you go along:

First, you may need to heat it a bit to soften its consistency. Some prefer to use a hair dryer to blow on it for a minute or so, others use hot tap water. You can let hot water pour on the puck until you feel it’s softening. this is a trial and error thing, … Read the rest

It Provides a Closer Shave

Once the hairs are soft, and the pores are open, the shaving can begin. It is best to always move the razor in the direction of the grain. It will become noticeable right away that one is able to obtain a closer shave with this method than simply slathering on a handful of cream and scraping away. Afterward, take a look in the mirror and notice how much healthier the skin looks. It will also feel extremely smooth to the touch.

It Exfoliates

In addition to clipping your whiskers, the hot towel shave also doubles as an exfoliating treatment. This is because the blades remove up to four layers of dead skin cells with each swipe. Making this process a weekly event is ideal as it allows the healthy skin cells to breathe. Skin will appear more radiant and attractive to everyone that walks by.… Read the rest

• Start your preparation the night before you plan on wearing gradient lipstick. Note that you’ll be doing some layering work on your lips so to avoid chances of getting a clumpy effect due to lipstick clinging to lip lines, ensure that you apply lip balm the prior night and exfoliate the morning after. This will ensure that the lipstick or tint you use will smoothly glide on your lips.
• Once done exfoliating, apply a single layer of your lip balm. If you want, you can employ a clear lip primer that is non-glossy.
• Apply milk tint to your entire lips evenly from the upper part, lower part, inner part and outer part. Doing this gives you lips with a good undertone.
• Now, this is the most critical step. Dab some lip concealer ONLY at your lower lip’s outer edge and apply this on your upper lips thinly. The concealer evens

• Sleep more. Since the most common cause of under eye circles or bags under the eyes is insufficient rest, it definitely makes sense for you to get the right amount of sleep every night. The minimum amount needed varies from person to person, but 6 to 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep is definitely a must.
• If you are a smoker then you should give up the habit immediately since it causes premature aging of the skin around the eyes.
• Hydrate the skin around your eyes and apply sunscreen to it so as to keep wrinkles at bay. You do not need to use a fancy product; any good moisturizer or sunscreen will protect your skin as long as you use it regularly. Any product that contains retinoic acid will be very effective at protecting the delicate skin around your eyes.
• Do be very careful when touching the skin around your

While applying classic shaving cream is more of a process, it provides a more comfortable shaving experience. By applying the cream with a brush you are stimulating the hair, causing it to stand straight up. By causing the hair to stand straight up, you reduce the risk of razor burn or ingrown hair follicles down the road. In addition, many of the less-know shaving brands are packed with ingredients and vitamins that are not found in the mainstream products. When going with the classic shaving cream, you need to be prepared to spend a little more money than you normally would by purchasing an aerosol can, but remember you are getting a better product and one jar will last you a long, long time.

For the ultimate shaving experience, consider coupling the classic shaving cream with pre-shave oil, and a good aftershave. The pre-shave oil will allow your blade to … Read the rest

In recent years, modern technology and research had made it possible to introduce such hair conditioners which do not give any heavy or greasy feeling to its user, as these are made of ammonia, alcohols, and silicone.

Various types of hair conditioners are available in market now a days, which are as follows:

Ordinary conditioners, which after using a shampoo, we can generally apply directly to our body.

Leave-in conditioners are made of chains of unsaturated fatty acids. These chains are less viscous and add a thinner greasy layer to the hair. Their viscosity imparts them oily characteristics. It can be used just like a hair oil, and keeps hair straight and smooth.

Hold conditioners, which work just like gels and can keep your hair in a shape as you wish to give them.

Pack conditioners, which are extremely viscous and highly concentrated, these bind the hair together and glue … Read the rest

Cucumbers

One of the most effective home remedies for eye puffiness is cucumber. Cucumbers are rich in flavonoids and antioxidants which reduce irritation, while the cooling effect reduces swelling. Put the cucumber slices in a plastic bag and chill them in the refrigerator or the freezer if you need them in a hurry. Place the cool cucumber slices over your eyes for 5 to 10 minutes or until they become warm.

Potatoes

If you don’t have a cucumber on hand, peel, wash and thinly slice a raw potato. Potatoes have astringents that remove excess water from under the eyes. This remedy is also helpful for fading dark circles under eyes. Place the potato slices over your eyes for about 10 minutes.

Tea bags

Both caffeinated and non-caffeinated teas contain tannin, which is a natural astringent that constricts the blood vessels in the skin around your eyes and reduces swelling. Steep … Read the rest