What Do Facials Really Do?

Let us understand some more about facials.

What Do Facials Really Do?

Simply put, facials make you feel good about yourself. They claim to rejuvenate your skin by getting rid of dead skin cells and deep clean pores, improve the texture and appearance of your skin, moisturise your complexion, and tighten your pores thus making skin appear firm, bright and young. Facials can be of many types; those that use natural products, creams made of natural products or chemical ones like microdermabrasion and glycolic peels.

Some Precautions You Must Take When it comes to Facials

• Always ask for a test patch before you go in for any treatment. This way, the treatment is tested on your hand or the side of your face and you can tell at once whether it will suit your face or not. This is particularly important for those who have sensitive skin as otherwise it can cause the skin to flare up instantly.
• If you’re looking for some pampering, go in for a simple facial where they will clean, steam and massage your skin. This might be refreshing but make sure you get it done at a trusted salon or spa.
• Let your therapist know if you suffer from any allergies or are taking a specific kind of medication. You may think nothing of it, but the products used in the facial may cause adverse reactions on your skin.
• Pregnant women should inform the therapist immediately as certain products used in facials are not suitable for them.

Every girl wants pink lips!

Every girl wants pink lips. And if you get them without using lip products than nothing like it. Right? So, read on to get tips on how to get luscious pink lips with these simple home remedies.

Tips #1 Mix turmeric in a tablespoon of milk and apply this mixture on your lips. Let it stay for 5 minutes and later wash it off. Repeat for two weeks.

Tips #2 After brushing your teeth, gently brush your lips as well. This will exfoliate them and get rid of chapping, and will also plump up your lips temporarily.

Tips #3 Don't forget to massage your lips with an organic lip balm or petroleum jelly. This will help in retaining the moistness and give you rosy lips.

Tips #4 Crush a few rose petals and apply the juice on your lips, this natural rose balm will also keep your lips healthy.

Tips #5 Heat Lemon oil (1 tbsp), beeswax (2 tbsp), coconut oil (1 tbsp) for ten minutes in an oven, later add sunflower oil (2 tbsp) and the lemon oil and refrigerate. Apply on your lips once it cools.

How to do a salon-like facial at home

Your 20s' skin is in its prime and now, you can maintain it in the comfort of your home.

Face cleanse

The most important part of a skincare routine is to cleanse one’s face twice a day. With clean pores, more than half of the flawless skin battle is won. So, begin by cleansing your face and neck with the Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin Firming Facial Foam to wash away all impurities, dirt and pollution without drying your skin. The liquid transforms into a light, rich foam, preparing your skin for maximum absorption of the products you’ll use next.

Flawless radiance

Once you’re done cleansing your skin, treat it to the wondrous Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin Firming Serum for ultimate brilliance.. Massage the serum using upward strokes, starting from your neck, all the way to your forehead. It improves the elasticity and firmness of the skin, while giving it a spotless sheen. Achieve an enviable 20s'-like sculpted look with skin that looks hydrated and luminous.

5 aromatic plants to consume for flawless skin

The state of your skin is highly reliant on your food intake. So, if healthy, flawless skin is one of your beauty objectives, include some herbs in your intake.

Turmeric

For the goodness of India’s favourite herb, all you have to do is head to your kitchen counter. This fabulous element purifies blood, nourishes the skin and gives it a healthy natural glow. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory, anti-aging and anti-bacterial properties that help reduce irritation of skin, acne, pimples and blemishes.

Peppermint

Suffering from oily skin prone to pimples? Sip into the benefits of peppermint, a really helpful herb that not only adds zest to your tea but also controls excess oil and lends complete freedom from acne. That’s not all; because of its cooling, menthol content, it will reduce the redness in your face and also give you a healthy, clear glow!

Basil

Have you ever wondered why the Italians are the best looking? Maybe their high intake of basil has got something to do with it. The amazing herb has a calming effect in the stomach with properties that detoxify your body toxins, reduce stress and revitalize your lifeless skin.

Ginger

Say hello to youthful skin minus pimples with the help of the healing properties of ginger every single day. The miracle herb fights the free radicals and cleanses the impure blood. Hence, gets rid of your blemishes and spots.

Oregano

Sprinkle the delightful flavour of oregano in your food. This herb has anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties and is also rich in vitamins, fibre and minerals, all essential for soft and beautiful skin.

Dos and don'ts of an updo

Updos are the best way to not only hide a bad hair day, but also glam up a dress, especially if it’s a wedding you're attending. Here are some tips and tricks to getting your bun, bouffant or French knot just right.

1. Don't shy away from volume in the front; it will help balance out the bun in the back. Add drama with hair accessories.

2. Use a texturizer like Toni & Guy Sea Salt Texturizing Spray at the roots to add bounce and softness to your locks and makes sure they don't look flat, limp and oily.

3. Use hot rollers to give your hair volume, but don't forget to coat your locks with Toni & Guy Heat Protection Mist first.

4. Plaits, knots and curls add texture to buns and make them interesting, so don't be afraid to add your own twists to a simple updo.

5. If you must use extensions, don't go too long, or choose a colour that will stand out against the rest of your hair.

6. Choose an updo style that flatters your face (for example, volume at the crown offsets a round face), not just something that's on trend.

7. Don't use too much hairspray, because it will make your hair hard.

8. Do remember to set the style with finishing spray, like Toni &Guy Moisturising Shine Spray.

9. If you're adding highlights to your hair, make sure they are also applied to the underside of your locks, which will be visible by an updo.