* Taning : How To Avoid n Repair *

♥ Dip some cotton in raw milk and gently apply on the skin.Wait till it dry.Apply again.Repeat 3-4 times.
♥ Clean the skin.Mix honey and lemon in equal amounts and apply.Leave for 10-15 minutes.
♥ Use sunglasses.Polaroid will serve the best....
♥ Use sunscreen that has a higher SPF (Sun Protection Factor). More the SPF,better it is.
♥ Never apply a sunscreen directly on the skin.Apply a moisturiser as a base coat. Then apply the sunscreen to all the areas which will be exposed to the sun.The top layer should always be ur suncreen.
♥ You should always remember to apply the sunscreen before 20-30 mins you go out.
♥ If you are staying for a longer period outdoors, apply suncreen for every 3 hours.
♥ Cover ur skin with a scarf/hat/umbrella.
♥ Before going out in the sun, take a mixture of ice water and milk and apply on your face. Keep it for 10-15 mins and wash off.
♥ After every outing, remember to exfoliate your skin with a good scrub.
♥ One of the readily available products at home-Curd. You can just use plain curd or mix 1 cup curd with 2 tsp of lemon juice and make a pack with besan powder added to it.Apply and wash off with cold water.
♥ If your face is already tanned, lemon or orange is the best natural bleach. Apply the juice on the affected area and surely you can see your skin lighten.
♥ Mix yougurt and orange juice in equal amounts and applly.Was off after 15 minutes.
♥ Potato pack : Find small to medium sized potatoes. Peel away the skin and make a paste of the .The paste you get might be watery. Don’t try to filter the water out. Use the paste as such. Apply generously all over the arms and face. Let it dry (I hate the raw smell – but the result is worthy enough). Allow it to dry well and then wash it off with plain cold water.
♥ Cucumber juice or pulp is the best for tanned skin. Apply it to the skin and gently massage in circular rings. Leave on till dry.Wash off.
♥ For dry and sensitive skin, you can mix milk and lemon juice and apply on your face.

Takecare
~ ♥ Shilpa

* Beauty Benefits of Turmeric *

Being of South Asian origin, spices are very important ingredients added into the cuisines. Turmeric is one of these spices. This spice is often used for its antiseptic properties, but it is also beneficial as a beauty product. So before you head out to your cosmetic counter, check out these 6 beauty secrets of turmeric. You may... have the solution to your beauty problem right in your cupboard! 

♥ Turmeric for Acne : You can create a face mask with turmeric to help fight acne and gain a youthful glow. This traditional face mask is often used by the bride and groom the day before their wedding. It will brighten your skin tone and helps diminish unsightly blemishes overnight.
To make this, add 2 tablespoons of starch to 1 tablespoon of raw milk. Then add two drops of olive oil and a pinch of turmeric. Blend to make a paste. Apply a thin layer to your face and let it set for 20 minutes. It is best to apply the mask before you shower so you can easily rinse it off.
♥ Turmeric to Treat Wrinkles : To treat wrinkles, you can make an eye cream with turmeric and use it at least twice a week. This will help to eliminate not only wrinkles around your eyes, but also dark circles. Add a pinch of turmeric to 2 tablespoons of buttermilk. Smooth the paste around your eyes and let it set for 20 minutes. Rinse off with cool water.
♥ Turmeric to Alleviate Dry or Oily Skin : For dry skin, combine 1 egg white, 2 drops of olive oil, fresh lemon juice and rose water. Add a pinch of turmeric and mix well. Apply this to all the dry areas including face, neck, elbows and knees. Let it set until it is completely dry, and then wash off with warm water.For oily skin, add a pinch of turmeric to 2 tablespoons of sandlewood powder. Mix in 2 tablespoons of milk and 2 drops of lemon juice, then apply to your face and let it dry. Rinse off with warm water.
♥ Turmeric for Cracked Heels : For immediate relief from cracked heels, apply a mixture of 3 tablespoons of turmeric with 3 drops of coconut oil. This mix will also help prevent fungal infections that may form between the toes, also known as athlete’s foot.
♥ Turmeric for Pigmentation : If you suffer from acne scars or other types of hyperpigmentation, apply a mixture of turmeric and lemon juice to the affected area for 20 minutes. For best results, apply this mixture once a day.
♥ Turmeric for Scalp Health : Dandruff and other scalp issues can easily be treated with turmeric and olive oil. Apply a mixture to your scalp in the shower, and allow it to set for 15 minutes, until finally washing out the mixture with a natural shampoo.

Takecare
~ ♥ Shilpa