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4 Common Skin Problems And How To Resolve Them

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

You want your skin to glow and look its best throughout the year, but sometimes it seems your skin has other plans! Although you may have implemented a skincare routine and are trying to follow through with it, you may notice that your skin may be experiencing some problems. In that case, you may need to take extra measures to resolve them. To help you in your skincare endeavours, here are four common skin problems and how you can resolve them to give you the skin you want!

Buying Plus Size Fashion Today!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

For individuals who wear clothing of a plus size it can often be frustrating when they try to go shopping. A lot of people find that there is a major lack of clothing which is fashionable and available in plus size. From unstylish shirts for men to old school jeans for women – most plus size fashion tends to be dated.

Beard Balm Vs Oil-An Excellent Way to Keep Your Beard Replenished

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

The beard in the modern world is the in thing. For as long as you take care of your beard, you can wear it even in a professional event. A point to note is that a well-groomed beard is suave and it enhances your self-esteem. In this light, you need to design a cleaning and maintenance routine for your beard. Today, there are plenty of grooming products for the beard. They include beard balm and beard oil among other essentials. Choosing what to use between such products can be a daunting task.  

However, understanding the difference between beard oil and beard balm will help you to choose the most ideal product for your beard. Both the oil and the balm play a crucial role in keeping your beard well moisturized.

When to rock the beard oil

The beard oil is an amazing grooming product for a modern beard. It is good on all types of beards but works best during the early stages of growing your beard. This is based on the fact that oil has excellent moisturizing features and elements that boost beard growth. It also takes care of the beard while preventing flaking and dandruff. The oil also keeps you free of itching at a younger phase.

Beard oil is also an excellent beard product that spreads easily, effortlessly and quickly when applied. It means it has excellent hydration features that keep beards softer and easy to style. It works best on short and trimmed beards.

Similarly, beard oil easily absorbs into beard hair and skin easily. It, therefore, gives your beard a beautiful matte finish as opposed to a shiny and glossy finish. In case you have a long beard and you love to use the oil, you will need a beard brush to spread the oil evenly on the beard.

When to rock the beard balm

The beard balm also known as a utility balm is also an excellent beard product you can rock if you have a large and medium-sized beard.

The balm is an excellent accessory if you have a dry skin. The balm is tailor-made to have a higher viscosity compared to beard oil. This means that it is relatively thick and takes longer to get absorbed in the hair. The utility balm actually comes in a pomade form or solid cologne.

The beard balm actually keeps your beard nourished and moisturized throughout the day. This is because the balm is designed to sit longer on the beard compared beard oil. As a result, your beard will look healthier and shinier all day long.

Similarly, the thickness of the balm is highly functional. It maintains a good hold to help you comb your beard and style as desired. Therefore, even if your beard is stubborn, this is the product that helps you to manage it for that good look. It is a product that actually makes your beard grooming regimen simple. What’s more, you can efficiently use the balm to style and hold your sideburns and mustache in place. As a result, you enjoy a great look and finish on the edges.

The other factor that makes the balm an ideal product to style your beard is its versatility. It is an excellent grooming product that keeps the skin around the beard area well moisturized. This means that you can comfortably use it as a daily moisturizer, if you have a tattoo, you can enhance its appearance with a balm and you can also keep maximizing on it during drier months to keep your skin hydrated.

In addition, if you travel often, a beard balm is the best product to settle for. It is more travel-friendly, doesn’t spill off, and it keeps the beard nourished and moisturized for long.

With the above in mind, it becomes easy to choose between a beard oil and beard balm. You may also wonder whether the two can be used at the same time. The truth is the two products can be applied in moderation at the same time.

Most importantly, when it comes to beard balm vs. oil, it largely depends on your personal preference. If you rock a long beard, it is imperative that you use the beard oil and the balm for a short beard. The trick that will help you level up your unique beard game is to always use the rightful amount of the products. For a glossier look, use beard oil first then apply a small amount of beard balm.  

10 Bra Types You Should Have in Your Wardrobe!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

We all know as a women, Bra is an essential we cannot avoid. Sometimes we hate wearing them, but we have to agree that they add a lot of value to our dressing and today Bra is not a basic undergarment any more, its a fashion piece, an essential, but definitely something that is lot more than an essential. There are more than 30 types of bra available in the market, but everyone doesn’t need all 30, because most of them are based on specific needs. For example, a maternity bra is needed only when you are on maternity, or for that matter a push up bra is ideal for someone who has small breasts. But here are 10 types of Bra that probably every woman can wear and should have in her wardrobe in order to style them with her choice of clothes.

  • T- Shirt Bra– Now however basic you may consider this one, its a necessary to have a good t shirt bra in your wardrobe. Its seamless and perfect to wear under t-shirts of course, but also go well under some plain dresses and shirts. They usually offer full cover and chances of sagging breasts, double boob are almost negligible if you chose a good fitting bra. A range of seamless bras are available online for you to choose from

  • Sports Bra– Yes another routine bra, we all hear and read about all the time, but its important to chose this carefully so       that it not only provides you the basic support but is also extremely comfortable and relevant to the physical activity you chose. A bra with low impact is suitable for yoga or walking, and a high impact one is needed for rigorous exercises like aerobics, running, zumba, etc.
  • Padded Bra– As contrary to popular myth that only women with smaller breasts need padded bra, even a woman with fuller breasts should occasionally try on the padded bra. Sometimes under those deep neck dresses, semi padded bra comes as saviours. In winters they help you give full nipple coverage and avoid embracing encounters. The soft padded ones are super soft and comfortable for any season and dressing.
  • Strapless Bra– This one comes in really handy when you wanna wear those off shoulder dresses and tops. Every time flaunting a bra strap is not so cool, and sometimes you really want the only focus to be on your shoulders.
  • Stick on Bra– This is a new age rage, nothing like the regular bra, but these silicone stick on bras are perfect for those weird neckline dresses that end up confusing you which bra would go with it. Doesn’t that happen with you, you see that dress in the shop and the first thing that strikes your mind is which bra would go under it. For all such dilemmas, these stick on bras work just fine. Check this one out
  • Sheer Bra– Who doesn’t like at least one sensors looking bra in their wardrobe. Sheer bras do just that for you, generally made in materials like net, satin and lace, they expose a bit of your skin, but unlike the typical lingerie range, these provide adequate coverage and support.
  • Halter Neck Bra– Flaunt that halter neck bra underneath a sexy top or dress and you will have all eyes wandering in your direction. As the name suggests these don’t go around your arms and are rather tied up with your neck and most of these are convertibles giving you options of transparent straps, cross back or halter necks. Having one in the wardrobe is a must.
  • Wire Less Bra– For those easy days, go for a basic wire less bra. We all have been totally under the catch of padded, wired and underwired bras and we love them, but on some occasions you need to give your boobs a little rest from the constant poking of the wire, even the doctors advise it.
  • Bralette– A bra that is non wired, non padded and non structured.. do you get the picture of it being the most comfortable bra type ever and undoubtedly it is. Yet it looks super sexy, with generally many design options to choose from they are even worn as crop tops and go well under anything and everything. Thats why they are the next big thing.

 

 

 

 

Best Skin Care Tips for Summers!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

A lot of people desperately wait the entire year for summers to set in, I personally don’t enjoy summers much, but I love one fact about summers, this season allows me to wear light and fewer clothes and not bother much about covering myself under layers of clothing.

Another reason I love summers is for the seasonal fruits like mangoes and that indulgence in the swimming pool. But something that I dislike most about the summer season is the havoc that it plays on my skin. Yes summer is one of the worst possible season when it comes to skin problems. The stickiness, the dry air, the overpowering heat of the sun and the sweat, almost everything leads of skin issues that I dread

Some of the major skin issues that summer season brings along are:

  1. Heat Rash
  2. Folliculitis
  3. Acne Breakouts
  4. Razor Burn
  5. Oily Sticky Skin
  6. Uneven Skin Tone
  7. Dry, Irritated Skin
  8. Body Odour
  9. Sun Burns/Allergy
  10. Heat Boils

But like they say prevention is better than cure, so here are some quick tips to keep yourself away from the summer skin problems

  1. Wash your face and hands with a mild cleanser at least twice a day.
  2. Wear light and loose fitted clothes to avoid getting a rash
  3. Avoid heavy creams and moisturizers
  4. Keep yourself as dry as possible, especially the folds of the skin
  5. In case of folliculitis, apply apple cider vinegar on the affected area
  6. Increase your water intake
  7. In the case of acne breakouts, don’t wipe dry the sweat, rather pat dry your skin and products as Dalacin-T solution clears up acne , so their use can definitely help get rid of it.
  8. Use talcum powder on antifungal powders for body odor and bathe regularly.
  9. Chilled cucumbers turned into a paste by blending can be applied on sunburns to soothe the skin.
  10. Eat a balanced diet with a slight increase in fresh fruits and green vegetables in your diet.
  11. Complete your skin care routine with the Image Skincare Total Retinol A Cream

Hope you found the tips helpful. Do let us know if you have some other interesting tips to share by commenting below.

5 minutes for a total face clean up with Nivea!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

Unexpected plan for a movie..? A surprise date with boyfriend..? A sudden business meeting..?

Whenever we find ourselves in midst of these kind of situations, the first thing we wonder about is the way we look, our day to day life bogs us down, and with these unexpected plans that tired look or unclean face is the last thing we want to see, but then who has got the time to visit a parlour and get a clean up done, its often not possible. But what if I tell you that you can have a parlour like clean up in just 5 minutes..

Yes you read it right, with Nivea Total Face Clean Up, it just takes 5 minutes for you to have a clean and supple looking skin. More often than not, we all are rushed up with the day to day life, and stress about going to a parlour to get a clean up done. We dread the idea, because it normally means taking out at least 2 hours from your busy schedule, and in such scenarios products like these are a boon. Easy to use and easy to carry in your bag all the time.

I recently came across this product and must say I loved it completely. To me a clean up at home also meant spending 30-40 minutes and using 4-5 different products but not anymore, now with just one product and in 5 minutes I am done and whether I am at home or office, I can easily use it and get a total face clean up. It’s a 3 in one product that can be used as a face wash first, then scrub it gently on your face for about a minute and leave it as a face pack for another 3-4 minutes and ta daa.. in just five minutes your complete clean up is done.

Product benefits at a glance
1. Unclogs pores
2. Removes blackheads
3. Reduces spots
4. Refines skin
5. Deep cleanses

It can be used individually as a daily face wash, as a scrub, 3-4 times a week and as a face pack, 2-3 times a week

Final verdict- a great product which comes in handy especially when you have a time crunch. Given the price point of Rs 120 for 50ml, I think it’s a product worth grabbing.

 

4 Skincare Myths That Aren’t True (But You Probably Believe!)

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

Have you ever been told certain things about your skin, and then believed them for many years? If so, then this article will be a bit of an eye-opener for you! The fact of the matter is; there are loads of skincare myths out there in the health & beauty world. So many people make bold claims without any evidence backing them up. Other people share this information, and it ends up being common knowledge that everyone believes.

 

Well, now’s your chance to find out if you’ve been lied to your whole life! Here are some common skincare myths that aren’t true, but you’ve believed they are for many years.

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Your Skin Is Dry Because It’s Not Hydrated Properly

If you complain to someone about dry skin, they’ll probably tell you its because your skin cells aren’t getting enough hydration. We have a high percentage of water in our body, and your skin isn’t getting enough of it. To solve this problem, you need to hydrate yourself better by drinking more water and using a hydrating moisturizer. Thus, your skin will no longer be dry, and you can happily rejoice.

 

Is this the truth?

 

No, and it’s a very common thing for people to believe. The key problem here is that dry skin is not the same as dehydrated skin. Dry skin occurs because of problems with your hormones, which mean you don’t produce natural oils to lubricate your skin. You may be fully hydrated, but the oils just aren’t there, causing dry skin. The issue described above is dehydrated skin, which is completely different. It feels like your skin is dry, but that’s because you aren’t getting enough water. The treatment for dry skin is completely different as you need to target your oils. This comes in the form of oil-based moisturizers and lotions. So, if you have dry skin and are wondering why drinking more water and using a hydrating moisturizer isn’t working, it’s because you’re tackling the wrong problem!

You Need Specific Products For Different Parts Of Your Skin

Let’s say you wake up and have wrinkles on your forehead and crow’s feet at the edge of your eyes. Or, you start to notice wrinkles appearing on your elbows as well as your knees. You want to get rid of these wrinkles, so you go out and buy multiple skin care products. There’s one for crows feet, one for your forehead, one for cheek wrinkles, one for neck wrinkles, and one for your body. If you want to see results, you need these specific products that target the specific areas. Now, you can enjoy smooth, tight skin, once more.

 

Is this the truth?

 

No, it’s not. A lot of people assume that you need a cream designed for your face to get rid of face wrinkles, and one for your body to get rid of them there. In reality, all you need is a cream or ointment that includes a de-wrinkling agent. If the product has something that’s proven to fight wrinkles, then it will fight wrinkles no matter where they are. The same goes for any other skin problems you might have. Using a body moisturizer on your face will still moisturize your face! So, don’t assume you have to use special products specifically for body parts, they’re often overpriced, and you can just use a general product instead.

Makeups Containing SPF Can Be Used Instead Of Sunscreen

It’s a sunny day, and you’re getting ready to leave the house and go out. You’ve applied sunscreen to your body, but you’ve left out your face. Why? Because the moisturizer you used contains SPF, as does the foundation you applied. So, that’s all the SPF protection you need, meaning there’s no need for sunscreen. Your face is protected thanks to that lovely layer of makeup.

Is this the truth?

Once again; no, it’s not. While it’s true that a lot of makeup products – particularly foundations, contain SPF, this doesn’t really mean much. At the very most, you get a slither of protection from the sun’s rays. Experts have done the calculations, and they’ve seen that the SPF rating on foundation, and other makeup products, usually refers to how much is in a certain amount. Unsurprisingly, this amount is nowhere near what the average person puts on their face. In reality, you need to apply about ten times as much foundation before you see that SPF rating. Don’t assume your face is protected by SPF foundation, sunscreen is the best way forward.

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High SPF Rated Sunscreen Protects You The Best

When you’re choosing a sunscreen for a holiday, you usually look at the SPF number. The higher, the better, right? If you get something with SPF 50, then it’ll protect your skin better than something with SPF 30 or lower. So, all you have to do is selected the highest number for maximum protection.

Is this the truth?

You guessed it; nope, it’s a lie! You see, many people assume that sunscreen protects you from all the harmful UV rays from the sun. But, most of us are unaware that there are multiple UV rays. UVA rays are the ones that give us a nice tan, while UVB are the ones that burn and damage our skin. When you see the SPF rating on a product, it only refers to UVB protection. Therefore, you may not be fully protected from UV rays as the UVA protection could be absent. In reality, an SPF 30 product – that also protects from UVA rays – is better than an SPF 50 with no UVA protection. Of course, if you have two products, both with UVA/UVB protection, then the higher rating wins. But, always make sure you look past the numbers first, to ensure the dual protection is there.

I don’t like to call people names, but you’re a straight up liar if you say you didn’t believe these myths before I busted them! They’re common things that a lot of us believe, but hopefully, some light has been shed, and you now know the truth!

 

 

Modi Jacket’s – Make a fantastic comeback at GES By StitchMe

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

The ongoing eighth annual Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) 2017 held in Hyderabad, India celebrates the flavour of unity with its- Women First, Prosperity for All campaign focusing on supporting entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth globally.

The summit was addressed by our hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi and US President’s advisor Ms. Ivanka Trump. At GES 2017, over 2500 attendees, including entrepreneurs, foreign & national delegates received the iconic Modi Jackets designed by StitchMe, a bespoke clothing start up by young entrepreneurs from Delhi .

These Modi Jacket’s have made a fantastic comeback in navy blue vest with electric blue GES logo and pocket square. Each jacket is hand-sewn by Indian artisans. All delegates will be wearingthesejackets through the summit as a token of respect, unity, and culture.

Emerging fashion trends and fads have created an audience eager for distinct and contemporary pocket friendly clothing and StitchMe is the one-stop shop which caters to all your fashion needs to make you stand out.

About StitchMe

http://www.stitchme.co.in/

 

StitchMe is an upcoming bespoke clothingbrand that provides the charm and convenience of made-to-measure at your doorstep with a styling session with one of our expert stylists and hassle-free delivery.

Our team helps you find your right fit, select the perfect fabrics and customise the design of your choice-all with the aim to provide a unique experience of creating your own made-to-measure clothing.

It entails a creative process which reinvents the way men shop for formal & ethnic wear providing them the right fit and trending designs. It helps you curate fabric and style for clothing of your choice and even request a designer to measure you while you enjoy an evening at home.

In future we look forward to expanding our sphere to Womenswear and opening a chain of retail stores.

 

 

 

Breaking Out: Controlling Sudden Facial Outbursts

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

You’re off to a party or going to meet your in-laws for the holidays, and you wake up to find something has happened to your face. Here you were ready to get going only to see you have some form of facial outburst. An outburst could be acne, eczema, infected eyes, dry eyebrows, swollen cheeks, toothache and even an inflamed nose cartilage. Our faces are very important as they are the most distinctive symbol of our identity. When something happens to us facially, we can’t hide it, and we have to bare the embarrassing situation. You may find that women put on makeup to hide flaws such as spots and blotchy skin, and men grow beards to hide from much the same thing. However running away from the concern isn’t going to make it go away indefinitely. You have to take charge of the situation right then, and there are perform measures that will alleviate the problem quickly and effectively.

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Sudden acne or spot breakout

If you’re in your teenage years or just getting into your early twenties, your body is still producing a lot of hormones. Your skin is going to be more sensitive and easy to break than usual and thus more susceptible to infections. Firstly if you see you have lumps and white spots on your face in the morning, it’s time to throw your pillowcase in the laundry as bacteria has caused this flare up. Try and be prepared for this situation with the best aloe vera natural skin creams that you can buy. Don’t use chemical-based creams as your skin might not react to the compounds as the product might suggest. An acne face scrub is quite an effective way to dampen down the spots that are filled with pus. By exfoliating the skin, you’re rubbing away the dead skin cells and bacteria while also reaching deep into your pores to clean out the infection. Rub in circular motions and only with low to medium pressure. Flaring up of the muscles and glands due to prolonged compression forces will cause your face to swell if you do.

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Mouth inflammation

Waking up to a toothache can be at first confused with a normal headache. Since the sensory nerves live so close together, it’s easy to be misled by your own nerve endings. However, flaring of the gums is a painful experience as the inside of your mouth becomes red and raw. Again this is due to some kind of infection, and it could be due to a cavity and or even triggered by a loose filling. It’s hard to enough to get an appointment to see your local health services as it is which is why the market of an emergency dentist is alive and well. You can pop in the same day and get treated, no matter if you have a root canal, mere toothache, swollen jaw, issues with crowns and bridges, have a broken tooth that needs fixing and or needs a common extraction. The great thing about this kind of service is that it’s open seven days a week from 9 am all the way to 9 pm so getting an appointment quickly is easy.

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Dry and cracked skin

 

One of the banes of all humanity is dry skin. The largest organ we possess is also one of the most sensitive. A sudden outburst of dry skin can be linked to many different things. It could be too little or too much moisture in the air which leads to skin secreting too many oils or it drying off the surface. It may also be due to miniature critters such as dust mites that eat dead skin cells and excrete out a substance that causes itching. It may just be because you haven’t been consuming enough water which your body needs not just to lubricate itself but also to maintain temperature. Either way, you need to act quickly but calmly. Firstly do not take a shower or bath as the water and soap will accelerate the drying of your skin. It’s wise to keep some form of moisturizer in ointment form in your room. Creams are mostly made out of the water and thus don’t stay on your skin for very long. Ointments are thicker, and although they take longer to penetrate your skin, they act as both the under and above layer of natural skin oil.

Take care of your body in the first place, and these sudden outbursts will be rare. Even still, reacting to the outburst effectively and quickly is the best form of defense. Dry skin is easy to handle if you have the right kind of treatment so plan ahead. Acne is more circumstantial but vividly a more urgent issue but can be solved with a good natural scrub. Inflammation and or aches in your mouth can be solved with same-day dentistry if you need convenience right away.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Affinity Express crossed another milestone, launched new salon in Ghaziabad

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra

Affinity launched its new hair and beauty studio, Affinity Express at Crossing Republik, Ghaziabad on November 21. With this, the group plans to establish its presence in Ghaziabad and cater to customers looking out for premium services at reasonable prices. The event witnessed complementary launch services like Bomb, AVL and Olaplex. The Affinity express team displayed the Olaplex service which is not easily available in other salons. This is a protein treatment for hair that rebuilds broken hair bonds and the three step procedure results in incredibly healthy hair and thus is important for hair that have been treated with chemicals.

 

Speaking on the occasion of the opening, Anand Singh, Franchisee owner of Affinity Express, said, “We are delighted to launch Affinity Express in Crossing Republik, Ghaziabad which is built on the belief of offering world- class services to its customers. The collaboration with Affinity to come up was due to the fact that we have witnessed Affinity’s satisfactory services over time and this encouraged us to work with the brand. Also, the reason behind choosing Crossing Republik was that customers here are looking forward for superior services that give them satisfaction and we, at Affinity use the best products which do not result in product/ Skin damage. Thus, we meet the customer demands and plan to use this opportunity efficiently.”

Vinay Madan, Partner & Director – Operations, Goodman Projects Pvt Ltd, Affinity Express, added, “Affinity, as a brand strives to keep its customers satisfied by offering the best products along with efficient services. We expect that this salon at Crossing Republik will become a pioneer in beauty and hair services in the region. Also, we plan to open 350 salons by 2020. The cities targeted are Srinagar, Batala, Patna, Hyderabad and Jaipur.”

 

About Affinity:

 

Affinity Salon was incorporated more than 25 years ago. In total, the chain has 80 operating salons which are situated in Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Mohali, Jammu, Agra, Lucknow, Noida, Gurgaon and Ghaziabad. The directors of the company are Vinay Madan, Vishal Sharma, Manish Saharaya and Mukul Harmilapi. Affinity pioneers in establishing brands such as Sebastian, Nioxin, etc. In terms of turnover, it is a 100 cr+ group.

 

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