How to Take Care of Skin in Winter by Natural Oils

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The Natural Exfoliation at Home

Indeed the entire body sheds a layer of dead skin daily, but most of it remains stuck to the surface of the skin and do not fall off. This process thickens the skin, chokes the pores, block the growth of hair, and stops the natural capillary rise of oils to the surface of the skin. That is why the skin becomes dry moments later after the application of moisturisers and looks dirty after the use of skin cleansers. 

The exfoliating reduces the visibility of pores and wrinkles on the surface of skin. But it does not cleanse, and on the other hand the cleansing does not exfoliate the skin. Both the processes are to be followed separately. 

Before face exfoliating, thoroughly cleanse and rinse with lukewarm water. Thereafter immediately apply the required hydrator or moisturizer according to skin type. First of all wash the face, gently rub and towel dry the skin. The towel creates light friction, which removes the superficial and dead skin layers. 

Mix about half a tablespoon of baking soda with equal amount of cleanser and gently rub for 2-3 minutes, in circular rotations by applying medium to light pressure. For dry skin mix coconut oil instead of cleanser, and use the remedy twice a week. For further oil absorption in oily skin, keep the application of baking powder on face for 15 minutes. For body treatment avoid the neck and breasts.

To cleanse with sugar scrub, first rinse the skin to remove dirt and oils, then mix sugar and coconut or jojoba oil in equal amounts and apply the mixture for not more than 1 minute on the face or the part of the body with a cotton swab. 

To exfoliate the stubborn areas like the knees and elbows, use salt in place of sugar and lemon or loofah. 

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How to Cleanse the Skin with Food and Water

The Organic Vegetables

The overall health depends upon the health of the liver. The physical and emotional states of the body become smooth, if the liver functions smoothly.

Proper nutrition, exercise, detoxification and the strategic transition from one season to the next, helps the body to achieve this state.

For the health of body and mind follow these simple steps.

It is better to eat simple, unprocessed and natural whole food which has been grown seasonally and locally, without the use of chemicals, fertilizers, insecticides or pesticides. Such foods contain vital energy, nutrients, and vitamins needed for overall health.

So eat sprouts, fresh green vegetables, pungent herbs, and fruits.

In modern environment the body accumulates toxins, and it is essential to detoxify the body. 

This is done by taking enough water, and the juices of fruits and vegetables to cleanse the the body. 

To aid the digestion and to reduce inflammation, it is better to take the probiotics like kefir and the fermented foods. 

Further Reading- How to delay Ageing by foods

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How to Make and Use the Dry Shampoo at Home

The process to make a dry shampoo at home with simple ingredients and without harmful chemicals, is very easy. It makes the hair look wonderful and is useful for oily hair. 

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The dry shampooing just takes a few minutes and is a great way to keep the hair healthy and shiny.
To be fine enough to go through a salt shaker, finely grind 2 tablespoons of oatmeal in a blender. 
Properly mix 2 tablespoons each of cornstarch, cornmeal and baking soda to the ground oatmeal and an excellent homemade dry shampoo is ready. 
Put the mixture into a salt shaker style container for storing and future use. 
While applying the shampoo, sprinkle a little dry mixture onto the palm and gently rub it on the scalp like common shampoo. 
Rub extra shampoo on the top of the head where the oils gather the most. Leave it for few minutes and use the bristle brush to completely remove mixture off the hair. Thus without a shower, the hair will not look greasy. 

How to Control Wrinkles with Coffee

1. Face Without Wrinkles

It is very difficult to check the appearance of wrinkles, but their effect could be reduced by taking certain precautions. The wrinkles make the skin dull and unattractive. They are caused by old age, weather conditions, pollutants, accumulation of toxins in body, stress, prolonged illness, clogging of facial pores, lack of cleansing, excessive exposure to sunlight, deficiency of nutrients, obesity, and less intake of water. Except the first reason all other factors could be effectively monitored to keep the wrinkles under control.

Take following measures to remove other causes.

1. Add enough proteins, fiber and minerals in the regular diet.

2. Avoid stress and tensions of all kinds.

3. Avoid deodorants which clog the oil and sweat glands. Don’t allow the accumulation of toxins in the body and take precautions for the healthy functioning of liver and kidneys.

4. Control the body fats and keep fit to avoid prolonged illness.

5. Exercise regularly till sweating so that the pores remain open and do not get clogged.

6. Avoid sunlight between 11 AM to 3 PM when the sunlight is more severe.

7. Regular massage removes the dead skin cells, which otherwise remain stuck on the surface of the skin.

8. Eat green vegetables, fruits and dry fruits.

9. Drink 10- 12 glasses of water to flush out the toxins from the body and to impart natural glow to the skin.

10. Avoid synthetic cosmetics or wash the makeup before going to bed at night.

Coffee- The Beauty Tips for Wrinkles

2. Instant coffee.

Besides being a refreshing drink, the coffee can also be used to enhance the beauty. The contents of a cup of hot coffee give relief after the hectic schedule. Similarly the coffee could be used to rejuvenate the skin and hair. The regular use of coffee improves the health and complexion of the skin.

The face scrub of coffee is excellent for dry skin. The ant ageing contents in coffee delay the ageing process and reduces the wrinkles. Prepare a paste of 3 tablespoons of freshly ground coffee beans, 1 tablespoon milk and some poppy seeds. Apply it on the face and neck and then scrub it off. The regular use of this scrub makes the skin soft and shining.

The face pack of coffee is best for sagging and lifeless skin. Take half tablespoon of coffee, and add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon of calamine powder, some milk and few drops of honey. Apply the paste on the face and rinse off with cold water after drying. This face pack makes the skin tight and fair in complexion. The honey acts as a moisturizer. 

Before applying hyena to hair, add a little coffee to it. This will give additional color and shine to the hair.

Massage the body with freshly ground coffee beans and cocoa butter to make the skin glowing. It nourishes the skin, reduces the wrinkles and acts as a moisturizer.

Coffee can also be used in manicure on elbows when the paste of ground coffee beans and milk is applied on the affected areas. 

Further Reading- How To Control Wrinkles

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How to Remove the Moles at Home

Facial Moles

The moles found on the surface of skin are either round in shape or plain or raised ones. The moles are harmless but their appearance is a cosmetic concern due to ugliness. They generally appear during birth but grow and darken with time and age.

The Symptoms

The color of the moles is generally black or brown, but sometimes even red or pink also occur. Often some hair growth is also found on the moles.

Causes:

The color of skin is due to melanin. But over-active melanocytes in the body produce excess melanin which results in the formation moles on skin surface.

Coriander leaves remedy

Prepare a paste of crushed coriander leaves and apply it on the moles. Let it remain overnight and rinse in the morning. Repeat the remedy for few days to get rid of moles.

Pineapple Remedy

Rub a piece of peeled pineapple on the moles for about 5-10 minutes. Repeat the remedy several times a day for a week or so or till the moles vanish. Leave the application of fresh pineapple juice onto the mole overnight and then wash off in the morning with cold water. To wrap a small slice of pineapple around the mole with a bandage is another option to remove the mole.

Garlic Remedy    
Apply the paste of few crushed garlic cloves on the moles and tie it with a cloth for half a hour. Repeat the remedy every fay for 2 to 3 weeks.

Cashew nuts Remedy

Prepare the paste of crushed cashew nuts and apply it on the moles regulary.

Tea Tree Oil Remedy                                                                                                       Gently massage the moles with tea tree oil daily for about 2 weeks to reduce the pigmentation of the moles. 

Flax Seeds Remedy

Apply the paste made from the mixture of ground flax-seed and few drops of its oil with honey, on the moles till they are removed.

Castor Oil Remedy
Apply the paste containing castor oil and a pinch of baking soda on the moles daily till they are removed.

Fig and Cauliflower Remedy
The milky juice from the stems of a fig tree or the juice of cauliflower, when applied on the moles daily makes the moles fall off within few days.

Onion Remedy
The regular application of the juice of onions or the banana pulp on the moles daily for several months removes the moles completely.

Iodine Tincture Remedy
Apply the iodine tincture on mole before going to sleep and leave it overnight. It will soak the mole within few days. 

Proper Diet
Try to go for the foods rich in potassium. Apple cider and vinegar are rich in potassium and are the best for the removal of moles.

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How to Take Care of Hair in Summer

The sunscreens and hats are used to save the skin and face from the harmful effects of the sunlight. But the hair too needs extra care during the scorching heat of summer. 

Tie the hair lightly
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The hair gets badly affected when they come in contact with the hard skin scorched in sunlight. 
The sweat, sunlight, moisture and excess time in swimming pool damage the hair. 

The hair becomes rough and hard in dust and hot air. 

Some extra care is needed in summer to keep the hair strong, shiny and healthy. 


The best way is to wash and dry them daily as it reduces the loss of hair due to moisture and sweating.

A healthy diet like soy and sprouted foods are also necessary for the nourishment of shiny hair. 


While going out in sunlight between 11 AM to 3 PM, always cover the head with a scarf, cap or umbrella, as the sunlight and hence the ultraviolet rays are the strongest at this time.


Trim the split hair caused due to dryness because they may fall off on becoming weak.


Use right shampoo and conditioner for the split hair.


Do not use color dye or chemicals or bleach in summer as it is not the right season for them.


Comb the hair regularly as it stops the knot formation and increases the blood circulation in the hair roots.

Do not tie the hair hard as it makes them lifeless and reduces their strength.

Basil for Pimples and Hair Fall

Holy basil or Ocimum is the most sacred plant for the Hindus and its leaves and flowers are used in religious ceremonies, prayers, and rites. This herb known as tulsi is grown in the courtyard of every Indian household. 

Ocimum basilicum or Basil
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The holy basil comes in some different varieties which have a slight difference in the color and appearance of leaves. But all varieties of holy basil are of medicinal value in Ayurveda. 

Hair Fall
Keep the basil powder and dry Indian gooseberry in water overnight and wash hair with filtrate to stop the hair fall.

Pimples
Keep some basil and lemon in a pewter container for 24 hours and use the paste as a face mask for the cure of pimples. 

White spots, Pimples, and Acne

Take equal amount of lemon juice and the juice of green basil leaves and keep in sun for 24 hours. Let the contents become thick. Thereafter apply it as a face mask on affected area regularly for few days to get rid of black spots, pimples, acne and white spots.  This remedy makes the face spotless. 

Snake Repellent
The strong and pleasant scent of the plant repels most of the household and garden insects and can even prevent the snakes from entering the garden.

How to Whiten the Teeth

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Besides the cosmetic reasons, the healthy teeth and gums are the signs of fitness.The proper oral care like regular brushing and flossing can prevent many diseases. Use an electric toothbrush, as it gently removes stains and plaque without damaging the tooth enamel. 

After drinking dark beverages or eating brightly colored foods, like blueberry smoothies, coffee and red wine, always rinse the teeth with water to remove the stains. 
Avoid toxic chemicals and laser beams and use the following natural ways for healthy, bright and white teeth.

The baking soda can remove stains on everything, and the teeth are no exception. Adding baking soda into your normal oral care routine for one week can bring about a noticeable change in color of the teeth in one week. Apply toothpaste on the brush and then dip it in baking soda solution or sprinkle little dry baking soda on it. Discontinue the use after one week as baking soda can break down tooth enamel. 

Gently massage the gums and teeth with coconut, mustard or coconut oil, by taking few drops on the palm and rubbing it with fingers for 5-10 minutes. A little table salt could also be added to oil. Then brush the teeth. It whitens the teeth and keeps the gums pink and health. This process could be followed daily unlike the baking soda.

The strawberries too have a whitening effect on the teeth, due to the presence of natural malic acid in it. It naturally removes the stains. The Vitamin C in strawberries removes the plaque. 

Homemade Paste

The coconut oil combats tooth decay and drastically improves the overall health of the mouth. It can effectively destroy the deadly infection causing yeast known as "candida albicans".  On account of natural antibacterial and antimicrobial properties and the presence of high lauric acid content, the coconut oil could be the best tooth cleanser. 

Prepare the paste of baking soda with coconut oil and use it as a substitute of toothpaste. The former will gently cleanse the teeth, while the antibacterial action of the latter destroys the harmful bacteria.