Natural homemade facial masks recipes for men and women

• Cucumber Facial Mask

Make a paste by mixing one small cucumber and one cup of oatmeal. Mix one tsp of this paste with one tsp of yogurt (for oily skin) or milk (for dry skin) and leave for 30 minutes and then rinse.

Mash 1 whole cucumber, strain water, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and mix well. Put in a container, keep refrigerated and take out whenever you want to use it. Apply on your face and leave for 10 minutes, then wash with cold water and enjoy the smoothness of your skin.

Turmeric Mask

This is the traditional mask, also used for a bride, seven days in advance of marriage.
Take in a cup half a cup of besan (gram flour), 2 tsp of turmeric powder, 2 tsp of sandal wood powder, 2 tsp of ghee or almond oil, add some water to make a paste. Apply to face and whole body and leave for 5-10 minutes. Rub with pressure with both palms and fingers to remove all the paste.

Honey Facial Mask

Rinse your face with warm water to open up the pores. Apply honey and leave for half an hour. Rinse with warm water, then use cold water to close the pores.

Masks For Oily Skin

Mix 1 tsp brewer's yeast with plain yogurt to make a thin mixture. Apply it thoroughly into all the oily areas and leave for 15 - 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, then use cold water.

Banana Mask for Wrinkles

Bananas are rich in vitamin A, B and E and hence works as an anti-aging agent. A fresh mashed banana facial can do wonders for your skin.
Mash 1/4 banana until very creamy and apply on face and leave for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, then use cold water.

Avocado Facial Mask

Mash the meat of the avocado into a creamy texture. Apply it thoroughly on face and leave for 15 - 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, then use cold water.

Oatmeal Facial Mask

Take 2 tsp oatmeal and 1 tsp baking soda and add water to make paste. Apply to face and all over the skin and rub gently.

Lemon Mask

Squeeze half a lemon and mix the juice with one beaten egg white. Apply on your face and leave for overnight. Wash your face with warm water.

Clay Mask

Choose the right clay for your skin type. Add plain water or floral waters or try wetting agents such as fruit purees. Make a thick paste of the clay. Apply the mask to your skin and let it dry for 20 minutes. Rinse well with warm water and pat dry. Repeat weekly.

Grape Cleanser

Split 2-3 grapes and rub the flesh over face and neck. Rinse with cool water.

Banana Face Pack for Dry Skin

Mash half cup of natural yogurt, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1/4 ripe banana. Apply this pack on face and neck and leave for 10 minutes and then rinse off.

Mango Mask

Rub mango pulp on your skin. The soft mango pulp has an amazing effect on skin due to its vitamin A contnet and rich antioxidants. It fights against skin aging, regenerates skin cells and restores the elasticity of skin.

Blueberry Mask

Blend a quarter cup of blueberries with 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon olive oil and apply to the face. Remove with a damp cloth after five minutes and wash with cool water.

Enjoy and have fun with these masks...

JANET AYURVEDA PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

(For Discoloration / Blemishes / Fairer Complexion)

PASSION & LIME FAIRNESS TREATMENT FACE WASH


100% Soap-Free • Deep Action • Nourishing
Effectively removes deep embedded dirt, grime & other impurities, without harming natural skin balance. Gently lightens & helps remove sunburn & discolourations. Leaves skin soft, clean & fairer.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Passion Fruit + Lime + Turmeric + Aloe Vera

WILD TURMERIC BLEACHING TREATMENT SCRUB


Antiseptic • Deep-Pore • Softening
Brightens skin, lightens skin discolourations & blemishes. Clears clogged pores, removing black/white heads, dead skin cells, sunburn & impurities. Leaves face & body smooth, soft & fair.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Wild Turmeric + Venivel + Lemon Margosa

 ORANGE C MILD BLEACHING TREATMENT CREAM

Fast Action • Moisturising • Nourishing
Effectively lightens skin removing sunburn, discolourations & pigmentation spots without harming natural skin balance. Promotes a clearer brighter more even-toned complexion. Leaves skin healthy & fairer.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Orange + Turmeric + Lemon + Carrot









ORANGE PEEL BLEACHING TREATMENT PAC

Whitening • Antiseptic • Balancing
Effectively deep cleanses, removes sunburn, lightens pigmentation & minimises blemishes. Nourishes & softens skin, promoting a clearer, brighter, more even-toned complexion. Leaves skin healthy & fairer.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Orange + Turmeric + Lemon + Ashwagandha

PIMPLES OUT range

(For Pimples/Acnes, Excessive Oil, Blackhead, Clogged pores)

PEPPERMINT MEDICATED FACE WASH

100% Soap-Free • Oil-Control • Soothing
A non-oily cleansing formula. Removes excess oil, dirt, deep-seated impurities & bacteria from the skin. Effectively controls & soothes, acne, rash & problem skin conditions, without excessive dryness. Leaves skin clean & clear.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Peppermint + Clove + Eucalyptus + Comphor











KOHOMBA MEDICATED SOOTHING PAC

Antiseptic • Deep Cleansing • Purifying
A complete natural treatment. Removes acne causing impurities & improves skin health. Soothes & controls acne, rash & irritations. Helps remove excess oil, black/white heads and lightens blemishes. Leaves skin smooth & glowing.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Kohomba + Mint + Tulsi + Ashwagandha

NO MARKS range

(For Lightening Skin tone, discolorations) 

REAL PAPAYA NO MARKS FACE WASH 

Oil Free • Extra Mild
Deep cleanses skin, removing make-up, dirt & surface oil. Gently renews skin, removing dead skin cells & lightening marks, discolourations & dark patches. Clears clogged pores & helps control formation of black/white heads. Leaves skin fresh & younger looking.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Papaya + Aloe Vera Kumaravel VelR

RED STRAWBERRY NO MARKS FRUIT SCRUB

Medicated • Refining • Smoothening
Clears clogged pores, effectively removing black/white heads & dead cells. Gently renews skin, lightening marks, discolourations & dark patches. Nourishes improves skin texture. Leaves skin soft & clear.
100% Natural Active Extracts: S'berry + Red Sandal + Walnut + Wheat

ALMOND DARK CIRCLE REMOVER CREAM

*Also available in Roll-on Applicator

Extra Mild • Nourishing • Moisturising
An effective formula with the goodness of natural Vitamin E. Helps lighten dark circles & prevent premature ageing lines around eye. Soothes puffiness/unsightly bags under eyes. Improves skin health. Promotes brighter, more youthful eyes.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Almond + Wheatgern + Marigold + Olive

HairCare Range

For Hairfall - DARK HENNA OIL
(Now in NEW packaging...) 

MEDICATED TREATMENT OIL
Nourishing • Extra-Light • Strengthening
A traditional formula. Effectively helps control falling hair and promote hair growth. Soothes scalp and strengthens hair. Helps prevent scalp infections & premature greying. Leaves scalp & hair healthy.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Henna + Keekirindiya + Aloe Vera + Coconut









For Dandruff Control - INDIGO HERB HAIR OIL

ANTI-DANDRUFF TREATMENT OIL
Soothing • Cooling • Nourishing
A traditional formula. Effectively treats dandruff & other scalp infections. Controls itching & flaking. Helps improve hair growth & premature greying. Leaves scalps & hair healthy.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Indigo + Watercress + Blackseed Adenanthera

For Dry / Frizzy Hair - NELLI GOTUKOLA OIL
(Now in new packaging)

NOURISHING TREATMENT OIL
Nourishing • Protective • Cooling • Light
A blend of rich natural oils. Penetrates scalp to moisturise, strengthen & thicken hair. Prevents dryness & promotes more luxuriant hair growth. Leaves hair soft, fragrant & glowing.
100% Natural Active Extracts: Nelli + Gotukola + Henna + Olive

Visit http://janet-ayurveda.com for more details on the product range. 

Want Thicker Eyebrows? Here's your tips.....

THICKER EYEBROWS... 

1 Massage olive oil into your eyebrows every day.
2 Massage castor oil into your eyebrows one or two times a day.
3 Swipe an over-the-counter eyebrow conditioner on your eyebrows one or two times per day.
4 Pour a small bit of whole milk into a cup. Dip a small makeup sponge into the milk and squeeze it onto your eyebrows.
5 Take a multivitamin daily.

B.B Cream from Maybelline

 B.B Cream from Maybelline.

Tried and tested. At very affordable rates.

Available in Cream base and Gelr base.
Cream base has a better oil control.
Gel base is for a more lighter feel.

                   Cream Base at $16.90                                              Gel Base at $19.90

The Effect

What The Product Endorses:

Essentially BB Creams or Blemish Balm Creams are a Korean Concept, they are like tinted moisturizers that are also supposed to be multi-purpose products combining UV protection, anti ageing, coverage and hyration. Adding on to that, the Maybelline BB creams comes with 8 other properties!

•High UV Protection (SPF 50, PA+++)

•Evens skin tone

•Visibly lightens skin tone

•Smoothens pores

•Corrects the appearance of dark spots

•More hydrated skin

•Conceals imperfections

•All day coverage, long lasting

HOW to use B.B Cream?

Step 1: Dot B.B UV Cream on your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin

Step 2: Blend using your fingers in circular outward motion.

Step 3: Set the B.B Cream with any loose/compact powder.

Hairloss remedy

These natural homemade hairloss tips are herbal. So it is safe and economical.

ingredients:

Note: Before trying any of these tips test your response to any allergies by applying it on you inner wrist first.

Cure #1
Reetha 2 tbsp.
Shikakai 2 tbsp.(Acacia concinna)
Amla (Indian goose berry)2 tbsp.Mix amla , reetha and  shikakai. By adding an egg make it a paste. Before bathing apply this paste on scalp and massage. Leave it for 20 min. Latter wash hair using a natural or mild shampoo. Repeat it thrice a week for a month.
NB: If you don't like egg, use coconut or olive oil instead of egg.

Cure #2
Ingredients: castor oil
almond oil
Warm a little almond and castor oil and massage on the scalp and hair. After 15 min. rinse it off.
Do it like twice in a week. And do it for a month. It is an excellent recipe for curing hairloss and it helps new hair growth.

Cure #3

Get cinnamon powder and mix water to get a paste. This is good to control hair loss. Apply and massage well. These tip can be repeated once or twice till getting results.

Cure #4
Buy fenugreek seeds and grind it to make a powder. Add a little water and make a paste. Apply on your head and massage the scalp. After 30 min. rinse it off. Repeat once or twice in a week and see the results.

Ultimate Detox Recipe

Easy Garlic-Sesame Salad

Toss dark green leafy vegetables in hot, garlicky oil for a cleansing yet delicious dish!

4 servings

1 tsp. olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb. spinach, stemmed, or 1 lb. Swiss chard, or 1 lb. mixture of spinach and watercress
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tsp. sesame seeds for garnish

Warm oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and stir until lightly browned, about 45 seconds. Add greens (do in two batches if necessary) and toss until just wilted, 2 to 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

If you want to go a little bit further, you should keep reading since I will recommend some gentle cleanses that aren’t likely to cause any severe reactions; but with this being said, don’t underestimate their potency. They effectively work to eliminate stored toxins such as chemicals, drug residues, microbes, even toxic emotions from your cells. Be sure to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of pure water throughout the day to boost the cleansing process.

1. Basic Daily Detox. Water with lemon. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into an eight-ounce glass of room temperature or warm water. Drink a glass each morning upon rising. For best results, wait about 20 minutes before eating or drinking anything else (including your morning coffee or tea). Repeat daily for a minimum of three weeks, but take a break after about six weeks.
2. Another Basic Daily Detox. Water with liquid chlorophyll. Purchase a bottle of liquid chlorophyll (flavored or unflavored). Add one to two tablespoons to an eight-ounce glass of water at least once a day. Repeat daily for a minimum of three weeks, but take a break after about six weeks.
3. Love Your Liver. Liver-Cleansing Vegetable Cocktail: In a juicer, juice two or three carrots, one large beet, one apple, and some spirulina powder. Add one glass of pure water, mix well, and enjoy.
4. Tummy Tonics. Raw Cabbage Juice: Juice half of a raw cabbage (any type of cabbage). It’s surprisingly sweet and tastes much better than you expect it to. Ginger & Apple Juice: Juice two apples and some ginger. Add a cup of water to dilute and enjoy.
5. Gut Wrencher. Colon Cleansing Smoothie: Lose inches from your belly and clean out your colon at the same time with this delicious smoothie. In a blender, add one cup of water, half a cup of fresh or frozen raspberries or strawberries, ½ of cup of almond milk, half a banana, one tablespoon of ground flaxseed, and 300 mg magnesium powder. For extra fiber, you can add one teaspoon of chia seeds, hemp seeds, psyllium, and/or spirulina.
6. Urinary System Cleanse (Kidneys/Bladder). Potassium Broth: Fill a large pot with a cup of potato peelings, a cup of carrot peelings, one whole beet (chopped), a cup of onions (chopped), an entire head of garlic (peeled and roughly chopped or crushed), one or two celery stalks (chopped) and a handful of dark leafy greens. Add enough pure water to cover the vegetables and simmer on a low temperature for one to two hours. Strain and pour the broth into a pitcher, or simply dip a mug into the pot and sip on broth throughout the day. Signs that it’s working: an increased amount of urine that smells like ammonia.
Common signs that toxins are being eliminated during a detox can include headaches, muscle aches, foul smelling breath, stool and urine, acne and skin breakouts, and emotional fluxes (such as irritability or bouts of crying) so make sure you don’t have a lot on your schedule while doing the detox. If these symptoms occur, don’t stop the detox. It just shows it is actually working, and the unpleasantness will soon be replaced with energy and vibrancy, leaving you feeling amazing and like a new person!
Source: http://theorganicbeautyblog.com

Recommended Beauty Products

BOURJOIS Cosmetics

I have tried various products for my personal use in the past years. From my personal experience i love these and i would strongly recommend them to all.. 

For those who love the 'barely there' kinda makeup , then this would be a perfect choice. It is very light based, non greasy/oily and gives a very natural look. 

The compact powder gives a natural glow that i love. It makes one look more fresh. 

Best part of it.. The price is very reasonable and it works better than many higher end brands. 

Bourjois Healthy balance unifying powder  $19 

Bourjois 123 Perfect foundation $29.90

Found in most METROs. 

Try it & Enjoy... Do share with us if it works for you too... 

Do it Yourself - Digital Permed Hairstyle

Want a Digital Permed Hairstyle...  

Follow these steps.. 

Step 1: After hair wash, let your hair semi dry.


Step 2: When your hair is semi wet, Apply some hair cream or oil and massage in. concentrate more on the ends. 

Step 3: Come to the back and Plait your hair tightly till the very end and fasten it. 

Step 4: Use the hairdryer and blow the plait for about 5 min. Use hot air! (Some hairdryer has both hot and cool air)

Or leave it on for hours or even overnight. 








Step 5: When you remove the plaits, use your hands loosen up the hair (not too much) and scrunch up a little. You can also use some hair mousse or curl lotions for a longer lasting effect. 

Have fun trying... On some days the curls turns out prettier then the real Perms.. 

Milk & Honey Hair Mask for Dry, Damaged Hair....

Just Milk & Honey...

This milk and honey mask is perfect for brittle, damaged hair that tends to be thin and easily weighed down by heavy conditioners and oil treatments. Use cream if you have coarse hair, skim milk if you have fine hair.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk (use cream if you have super coarse hair or low-fat milk for fine hair)
• 2 teaspoons honey
• Note: If you use low-fat milk, add a teaspoon of flour to thicken this mask.

Preparation:

Warm up milk in the microwave so it's not too hot to the touch.

Add the honey and stir until fully dissolved.

If you use low-fat milk, add a teaspoon of flour to thicken mask, otherwise it won't stay on hair.

Pour over dry hair, massaging into hair to ensure all strands are covered.

Place a shower cap over hair. Leave for 15-20 minutes. Shampoo as you normally would.

Say NO to cellulite with Body brushing..

Body brushing is an awesome way to do all of this. So how do you get it right?

TIP 1: Make sure you have a good brush. A long handle will make it easier to reach all areas of your body, while natural bristles are kinder skin. If it's your first time, start gently with a softer bristle then work your way up the firmness scale.

TIP 2: Dry body brushing needs to be done once a day on, yes, dry skin. So while you're waiting for the shower to get steamy or your face mask to work its magic, start from the soles of your feet and work upwards.

TIP 3: Direction is important. Work methodically up your body always brushing in long smooth strokes towards your heart, as this is the best way to boost your circulation.

TIP 4: Brush everything. Your feet, heels, legs, hips, bum, arms and elbows with an upwards movement. Your back, torso, shoulders and chest with downward strokes.

TIP 5: Give special attention to your bum and thighs. Brushing helps to break down the fatty deposits that cause dimpled orange peel skin, as well as smooth and even out the skin's surface. So brush, brush, brush that booty!

TIP 6: Sensitive skin should be left alone as you'll only aggravate it, while your face deserves a tailored exfoliating regime all of its own!

Remedies for Dark Underarms

Causes of Dark Underarms

There are several health and lifestyle factors that can cause dark underarms. These include:

• Shaving your underarms regularly can cause the skin to darken. This happens as shaving merely cuts off the hair at the surface of the skin and the area tends to look darker than the normal skin tone due to the dark hair just below the skin surface.
• If you do not maintain proper levels of hygiene, there is a tendency for dead skin and cells to accumulate in the underarms. This can cause dark spots and bumps on the skin when the dead cells then get trapped under the skin. Regular exfoliation is required to prevent this from happening.
• Some ingredients in commercially available deodorants and perfumes could cause pigmentation of the skin. Shaving gels and soaps could also cause a skin irritation in the area and lead to darkening of the underarms.
• A medical condition known as acanthosis nigricans could be responsible for dark underarms. This condition leads to dark marks forming on the body. Most of the pigmentation is found around the underarms, the groin and inner thigh and the neck. Acanthosis nigricans is associated with people who are obese, having a problem with their glandular functioning, and who suffer from type 2 diabetes. A high level of insulin can cause an overproduction of skin cells that can result in pigmentation. Acanthosis nigricans may be inherited or develop because of medications such as certain oral contraceptives. A hormonal imbalance or disorders of the endocrine system can also lead to this condition.
• Friction caused by tight clothes, rough and synthetic fabrics. These cause constant chaffing and discoloration of the sensitive skin in the underarm area.
• Excessive sweating can cause bacteria to be trapped in the skin of the underarms and result in pigmentation of the area.
• A bacterium called Corynebacterium is responsible for excessive sweating and bad odor. Some experts suggest that this bacterium may be responsible for development of dark underarms as well.

Remedies for Dark Underarms

Darkening of the underarms is not a serious medical condition and unless it occurs as a symptom or as the fallout from some other health condition, it does not warrant medical treatment. As dark underarms pose no health risk, it may be a good idea to experiment with some home remedies first. Keep in mind that most home remedies are not the subject of scientific research, so their results could vary greatly:

• Experts suggest that the best treatment for darkened armpits is lemon. Simply rub a slice or piece of fresh lemon on the pigmented area for an easy and safe way to lighten the skin.
• Vitamin E oil applied to the dark skin is another effective black underarm treatment. Vitamin E oil also improves the softness and smoothness of the skin making it healthier looking and less rough.
• Try baking soda or alum directly applied to the underarms instead of deodorants or anti-perspirants. It absorbs extra moisture and prevents the area from developing a foul odor.
• Another armpit whitening home remedy is coconut oil. Simply rub a small amount of coconut oil daily on the darkened skin. You will see a change in the skin tone over time.
• Pure sandalwood powder mixed with rose water and applied to the underarms in the form of a paste helps prevent body odor and is an excellent underarm whitening remedy.
• You can also try making a paste out of lime juice and cucumber juice mixed together with a pinch of turmeric powder. This is a traditional ayurvedic black underarms remedy and has been used down the ages to treat this embarrassing problem. The acidic properties of the lime juice absorbs extra moisture and sweat in the underarm area and gets rid of any build up of dead cells an skin that can cause darkening. The cucumber juice on the other hand works as a cooling agent to reduce itching and skin irritations while the turmeric powder prevents discoloration.
• Many people want to know how to make underarms fair. An easy and economical way to do so is to use potato juice on the darkened areas of the skin. Potatoes are a natural bleaching agent and are very effective in lightening the skin tone without any harmful side effects. Similarly, raw tomato slices rubbed onto darkened skin can lighten the pigmentation naturally as well.
• Home remedies for dark underarms include making your own skin cream to treat the darkening and itching. For a simple recipe, mix a little water with three drops each of olive oil, jojoba oil, wheat germ oil, and any citrus oil of your choice. Shake well before applying the mixture to the affected areas of the skin. The vitamins and fatty acids in these oils act as natural moisturizers to keep the skin healthy and smooth. The citrus oils help bleach the skin to a lighter shade without being too harsh on the delicate skin of the underarms. Use this oil mix every day for the best results.
• An herbal black underarms remedy involves the use of licorice root extract mixed with aspen extract and raspberry extract to lighten the skin and heal the area. The medicinal properties of these herbal extracts stimulate the production of a compound called pheomelanin in the skin. This helps lighten the darkened skin of the underarms without any harmful side effects.
• Herbal supplements such as cinnamon capsules or fenugreek should be had every day to treat darkened underarms.
• If regular shaving is causing the dark skin, apply a mixture of lemon juice and granulated sugar to the underarms and leave it on to dry for about fifteen to twenty minutes. Then scrub the underarms with some more sugar. This works as an excellent exfoliator for the skin and lightens the skin tone as well.
• There are also several skin lightening beauty products available in the market today. These products range from creams, lotions and skin bleaches and most contain ingredients that lighten skin and strip off the outer dead layer of skin cells. Prices vary from moderate to expensive and results are not guaranteed.
• A cosmetic surgeon can help with darkened underarm skin if you are not finding success with any other natural or home remedies. Laser treatments can lighten skin tone and get rid of scars and freckles but past results have been inconsistent. This option is also very expensive so should be considered only if nothing else has worked. Shop around before choosing your cosmetic surgeon and always look for one who has training and adequate experience in the field.

Suggestion for Dark Underarms

Following are some steps you can take to prevent dark underarms from developing:

• Instead of store-bought deodorants or anti-perspirants, use talcum powder or anti-fungal powder.
• Wax underarms rather than shaving. This softens the skin by removing the layer of dead cells as well. If you are unable to wax, shave closely with a new blade every time and apply an antiseptic and anti-microbial cream to the area after shaving. This prevents ingrown hairs and skin rashes and further skin discoloration.
• Exfoliate the area regularly and keep the skin dry and clean at all times. Shower often especially when the weather is hot as it is the build up of bacteria that causes pigmentation and bad body odor and not just sweat.
• Hair removal creams should be avoided at all costs as they contain harsh chemicals that can cause an adverse skin reaction in many people. When used over long periods of time, these products can cause permanent damage to the sensitive skin of the underarms.