August 2009 Beauty Magazine Cover and Contents

August 2009
EKTA
CHOUDHARY
And becoming
Miss India-Universe
BUFF
BODYSPECIAL
· How to go hairless all over
· Best exfoliation techniques
HAPPY
HAIR
· Smooth feet and legs
DE-STRESS THIS SEASON
WITH YOGA
Moves that soothe and tone
Styles that sizzle
Mane myths busted
Beat monsoon frizz
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Content
SKIN
8 Buzz on How To De
fuzz
Tips on various hair removal
techniques
24 Scrub A Dub
Know the right way to exfoliate
REGULARS 30 How To...

Create a foot spa at home
8 Mailbox
HAIR
10 BeautyScoop
32 Va va Voom Hair
Biguine’s interpretation of hairstyles
14 Beauty’s Face for 2009 growing out hair look good.
16 Beauty’s Fave 5
60 SHOP
64 BeautyScope
65 Tips From You
66 On My Mind

Hair BEAUTY ETC
39 Hot Hair For Indian 61 Bold Coloured
Women Trousers
Brighten up cloudy days in pants
Hair expert Sevn Ewald’s tips for girls
that skim the colour spectrum
with thick tresses
62 Creative Scissor
40 Mane Care In Hands
Monsoons Meet Schwarzkopf trainer Rick Lee
Top tricks to have great hair through
63 Heady Scent(t)
the rains
sations
46 Fact Finding Meghna Naidu shares her
experience with fragrance
Jawed Habib busts hair myths and
shares tips on right conditioning
WELLNESS
50 Energising Yoga
Moves
Restore mental balance with top
seven asanas
54 Remain Robust In
Rains
Dr Mukesh Batra on homeopathy
treatments for common monsoon
ailments
57 Low Fat Snacks

Recipes of titbits that can ward off
hunger pangs
Cover Credits
Location Courtesy - Turkish Indian
Tourism Council and Turkish
Airlines Photographer
Pic Courtesy - Jitu Savlani
Make-up Artiste - Pakhi Mohanani,
Hair Artiste - Shubhika Kanjani,
Designer - Ashley Rebello
Conceptualised by - Wow
Entertainment and Media Pvt. Ltd

BEAUTY
VOL II ISSUE 11 RNI No. DELENG/2007/20530 Dr Mukesh Batra, Founder
& CMD, Dr Batra’s
Managing Editor KALPANA SINGHAL
Postive Health Clinic on
Editor PRIYANKA BHATTACHARYA homeopathy treatments for
Sr Correspondent GAYTRI RAO gaytri@beautyindia.in (Mumbai) common monsoon ailments.
LIPLA NEGI lipla@beautyindia.in (Delhi)
REPORTER NABANITA DAS nabanita@beautyindia.in Dr Rekha Sheth, Cosmetic
Contributing Writers SHARMILA CHAND Dermatologist, Dr Rekha
GOURI PAREKH
Sheth’s Skin & Hair Care
shares points on skin care
SAKSHI TOLANI
during hair removal process
RUBY CHAKRABORTY
Senior Graphic Designer SURAJ SURYWANSHI
Production AJI KUMAR Anuradha Ch, Director,
Website VIKAS YADAV
Anoo’s on various hair
removal techniques.
SHEETAL VARSHNEY
Head Marketing SANDHYA PATADE marketing@beautyindia.in
Asst Marketing ANAND SHARMA
Dr Rajesh Rajput, Hair
Ad Sales Executive MANSI PRADHAN marketing@beautyindia.in Restoration Expert, Dr LH
PRATAP JANA Hiranandani Hospital gives
SHINE JOSEPH tips for good hair when the
rains strike.
Stategic Allaince DEEPALI SHARMA deepali@beautyindia.in
Subscription SUNITA KAMAT
Circulation Incharge GEETA PATADE Dr Mahua Chatterjee,
SMITA NAIR Skincare Consultant &
Circulation Executives BRIJMOHAN
Waxing Expert, VLCC gives
tips on the right way of
Md RAFFIQ
waxing to wax.
DEVESH
Brand Promotion JYOTI JANDA
Carole Robequin, Creative
ANAMIKA SENGAR Director, Biguine Salon
defines the five new hair
trends for the season.
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to find a red lipstick that matches my question mark for me as what to
complexion. I am a girl with a dusky buy, and what not to buy. And as
complexion, so I was always confused I am growing older I was finding it
about what to wear on my lips, and even more confusing. After reading
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was never able to make up my mind more mistakes at least on this part of
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to lip balms. But loved the way you let
m try out a red lipstick without putting
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Sabnam Rahman, , Doctor, Mumbai. take care of skin after hair removal,
and what to do during those in-
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I picked up BEAUTY while long enough for waxing, and skin feel
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Power Shower
There’s nothing like a refreshing
shower under nice cool spray to lift your
mood, and banish tiredness, or even
wake you up in the morning. Add to
that pleasure by lathering up with a skin
softening shower gel that cleanses you and
hydrates the skin at the same time. Try the
latest range of Fiama Di Wills Shower Gels,
Rs 99 – the beads in the gels serve dual
purpose of exfoliating and cleansing your
skin at the same time. Try Exotic Dream
Shower Gel with glitter beads, bearberry
leaves, and black currant extracts for
day long freshness, and beat grease skin
sensation. If you want to rehydrate your
dry skin then wash up with the Mild Dew
Shower Gel with peach and avocado
extracts. Take off rough edges from your
skin with the Clear Spring Shower Gel that
has jojoba beads, sea weed, and lemon
grass extracts for gentle exfoliation.
A Pinch Of Blush
The ultimate in romantic prettiness are cheeks gently
blushing the colour of a pink rose. Give this look a modern twist
with MAC Just A Pinch Gel Blush, Rs 1,080 from the brand’s
summer collection The Rose Romance. The just debuted blush
is a sheer coverage gel in a pot gives you a rosy glow. It has a
dewy texture blends into a transparent film on skin. For a more
glam take on the pink cheeked look try the MAC Rose Beauty
Powder in Blush of Youth, Rs 1,080 – a powdery pink blush with
a hint of gold. range start at Rs 525.
Lush Locks Naturally

All those chemical treatments have left your hair dry
and unmanageable? You really need to sustain your strands
with some TLC that comes from nature. Try products
from Série Nature, the nature-based hair care range from
L’Oreal Professionnel. Treat your dry hair with Serie
Nature Oiliss range enriched with avocado and grape
seed extracts. The range has shampoo, conditioner, and a
masque that will protect and replenish your hair fibre. The
range start at Rs 525.

Electric Blue Eyes
There’s nothing subtle about the
latest interpretation of blue shaded eyes.
Give your smoky lids a new dimension
with Bourjois’s The Butterfly Effect
– a look that re-interprets the blue eye
shadow. The hue that works right now is
beauty scoop...
a blue with deep purple undertones. To
get the ultra modern version of smoky
eyes apply the Bourjois Little Round Pot
Eye Shadow in Bleu Magnétique, Rs
500 – blue shadow with purple reflections
– over the lid till the crease, extending
towards the outer corner, and under lower
lash line. Intensify the effect by lining
the upper and lower lids with the Khôl
Et Contour Pencil in Bleu Surprenant,
Rs 195 – an electric blue liner. Finish off
with a coat of Volume Glamour Mascara
in Noire Ebéne, Rs 410. Get set to flutter
your lids like the wings of a butterfly.

beauty scoop...
Star Struck
If you are one of those who struggles to get the
complementing eye shadows right for a glam impact, then it
just got easier for you. Check out the latest seven dazzling
trio eye shadows from L’Oreal Paris Color Appeal Star Secret
Crystals, Rs 500 each – sheer crease-proof colours that go
on smooth and stay on. The colour harmonies inspired by the
leading ladies of moviedom consist of two shimmery shades
and a cream formula as the highlighter. We love the packaging
that comes with a starry motif. Our pick is Color Appeal Star
Secrets Crystals Aishwarya Rai in Amethyst Crystals, a blend
of sparkling purple, grey and silver. Accentuate the look with
the Superliner Star Secrets Crystal, Rs 490 - liquid eyeliner
with crystal to add a bit of glitter to your eyes.
Come Clean
Experts suggest that sloughing off dead skin cells once or
twice a week is good for keeping your facial skin glowing. It
also allows for better absorption of treatment creams. Now you
have two great options to get good skin with. For regular use
try the Nivea Visage Gentle Face Scrub, Rs 219 with micro
beads that gently remove dead skin cells, and other impurities.
If you are plagued by greasy skin, tired and dull skin then
Faces Exfoliating Facial Scrub, Rs 599 is for you. This apricot
kernel scrub, designed to buff away dead skin cells diminishes
fine lines, and soaks away oil, leaving your skin glowing.
Remember to use it only once a week.
Fine Bikini Line

Do you cringe at the idea of a bikini wax? Do you fear
the tear, and the pain as the wax is pulled out? Rest easy.
Now you can take care of your bikini line in the privacy
of your bathroom. Try the new Glide Disposable Bikini
Razor. Specially designed for women, these have unique
pads and protected blade with small head for extra comfort
and safety to avoid nicks and cuts. The razor heads also
have aloe vera and tea tree oil strips which makes shaving
an easy and convenient experience, removing hair and
moisturizing skin at the same time. Glide Bikini Razors
come in three colours – pink, blue, and grey. Price: Single
pack, Rs 49, and card pack of 3 at Rs. 149.

beauty scoop...
Healthy Hair
We Indian girls have a penchant
for long dark hair, despite trends. But
lifestyle often makes it impossible to grow
your locks longer. All you need to do is
take care of your strands the right way.
A regular dose of root strengthening
shampoo, and nourishing conditioner
is what you need. Try Sunsilk Thick &
Long Shampoo, Rs 97, and Thick & Long
Conditioner, Rs 65. Formulated with rich
creamy yoghurt, the combo works to
replenish, and nourish your hair. Keep
your scalp healthy, and hair shining black
with the new version of Clinic All Clear,
now called Clear. Try the Clear Radiant
Black Shampoo, Rs 134, that nourishes,
and shine to your hair.
Sandalwood Magic
The hot humid weather can play havoc with
your skin. In such times you need something
that not only soothes skin issues but also cools
it down. Nature’s wonder antiseptic sandalwood
is the answer. Traditional recipes prove that it is
not only antiseptic and anti-inflammatory but also
has strong cooling properties. It can cure heat
rashes. Traditionally, sandalwood was applied as
a paste to maintain skin health throughout the
summer months. Get your dose of this skin healer
from Forest Essential’s sandalwood range. Try
the Tejasvi Face Wash with red sandalwood to
reduce greasy skin, or Soundarya Facial Ubtan
for a glowing complexion. Protect your body from
the heat, with the Moisture Replenishing Mysore
Sandalwood Bath and Shower Oil, with linoleic
acid, a healing element found in high concentrations
of sandalwood oil, leaves the skin deeply hydrated
and fresh.
Face Lift Plagued by crow’s feet and lines on

the face? Try the latest Liftactiv Retinol HA with SPF
18, Rs 1,990 from Vichy Laboratories. It offers a total
wrinkle renovating procedure care with anti-wrinkle
active ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid and new-
generation Retinol. This potent combination effectively
deals with three types of wrinkles including reversible,
permanent and embryonic. Hyaluronic Acid has the
filling effect on the wrinkles, while the new version of
Retinol accelerates skin renewal due to the presence of
Adenosine. Get set to revive youthful skin.

Beauty face ...
Ekta Choudhary
Dusky and quick-witted, she won the Pantaloons Femina When skin looks bad:
Miss India-Universe title this year. Ekta Choudhary If my skin feels bad, I know I
can’t do much as bad skin is a sign of
always dreamt of wearing the Miss India crown since internal imbalance of nutrients, and
the age of 6. She followed her heart, her dream and got vitamins. Then I like to detox myself
internally for few days till the condition
her due. Despite determination, the crown did not come improves. I do that by drinking juices
easy to Ekta, as she was not prepared for the strenuous and eating salads.
routine that lay ahead. But she took up the challenge, Favourite makeup trick:
and worked ahead. Ekta was also unhappy about her skin I don’t have too many makeup
condition, but at the pageant preparation she learnt to tricks. I just cover under my eyes,
take care of it, and improved it immensely. Finally her apply a lot of mascara, a little kajal, a
nice shade of lipstick with lip balm and
rigorous routine paid off, as she accepted the crown of I am ready to go.
Miss India Universe. Makeup kit must have:
I need to have a mascara in my bag
Her childhood: Her hair care regimen: always.
My childhood was like any normal As far as hair is concerned, now-a- Her wellness and fitness mantra:
child. I am the only child, so my parents days, I don’t get much time. But I oil
were very protective and concerned my hair, save it from the sun and wash it My wellness mantra is ‘Eat right and
about my future. I was well grounded. regularly. For me using a good shampoo workout right’. It could be anything – 1
My parents always encouraged me in and corresponding conditioner is a must. hour at the gym or any kind of exercise
every way possible. They were very I also like to get a Hair spa done once like walking or climbing the stairs. I just
supportive of whatever interested me. a while to keep my strands string and like to keep myself active.
They were always there for me. I had shining. I am not much into colouring my
a lot of friends in school. I studied at hair. Her relaxation technique:
Modern School, Barakhamba. My best I relax while meeting friends,
friends are still my best friends. Favourite make-up, skin playing with children, watching a movie,
What does looking good and hair products: meditating, dancing or listening to
music.
For makeup I use MAC eye-shadow,
mean: lip colour and blush. My mascara is At the spa:
Looking good means you should feel from a brand called Make-up Forever
I don’t visit spas regularly. But
good. Your skin should glow. Feeling and I like Maybeline Wonder Finish
since I like to go to spas, I do go,
good is important. Foundation as the base. For my skin,
whenever I get time. I like to get
I am loyal to Nivea Face Wash Nivea
Her skin care regimen Visage Cream. I can swear by their
Ayurvedic massages as they are very
relaxing.
Now I have a fantastic doctor (Dr efficacy. I usually alternate between
Nivea and Himalaya Face wash every few
Rekha Sheth) taking care of my skin.
months. To keep skin moisturised I like
Her transformation:
Otherwise I drink a lot of water. I do
Johnsons Baby Oil and Lush Lip balm A. Before I started training for
optimum workout. I clean my face
for my lips. I like to change my shampoo Miss India, I had a little skin problem.
thoroughly often, particularly when I
every 2 to 3 months. My favourite hair But thanks to Dr Rekha Sheth, now
have to remove my make-up. A good
care brands are Garnier, L’Oreal and my skin has a healthy glow. Her skin
sun block is a must, when I go out. A
Schwarzkopf. treatments have given good results.
good night cream is also an essential
Now I have started taking care of my
part of my skin care. I use very basic
products, what a normal woman uses. On bad hair days: skin. Previously I used to be scared to
use anything on my skin. Now I have
I am not much into branded products. I do have bad hair days, especially
understood my skin much better and
I feel that there is no use overdoing it. living in Bombay due to humidity. I
I know how to take care of it. I feel
You should take care of the body from usually style them. Otherwise I just
everything is connected. I feel good. I
the inside. I just make sure that I take sleek them back and pin them up.
feel energetic. My skin feels better, so I
care of my skin with Himalaya Neem Sometimes I tie my hair up in a low
feel confident.
pack and basic products like the ones ponytail.
that you can whip up in the kitchen.

BEAUTY’S Fave 5
We picked a moisturising soap,
a face wash, a shampoo, a hand
cream, and a dazzling lip gloss.
HARNN Water Lily Iraya Almond &

Detoxifying Face Honey Soap, Rs 115
Wash, Rs 1,295 A nourishing blend of almond
Imagine this gentle face oil, coconut oil, rice bran oil, and
wash with charcoal in it! A honey cleansed dry skin without
soothing liquid that draws stripping it off moisture and
out impurities, and improves
sebum. This handcrafted, see-
blood circulation without
drying the skin. Leaves you through soap is a pleasure to use
feeling fresh with a gentle with is subtle scent.
fragrance of exotic jasmine.
The Body Shop Soft

Hands, Kind Heart Hand
Cream, Rs 345
A non-greasy formula that sank
into the skin, instantly making the
hands soft. Infused with angelica extract
it soothed parched skin of the palms.
Also picking this up would help fighting
sex trafficking of children and young
people, as the product profit supports
the cause.
MAC Dazzleglass in Vichy Laboratories

Local colour, Rs 820 Dercos Anti
The ultimate in dramatic lips Dandruff Shampoo,
that get saturated in colour, and Rs 799
shine. This neutral yellow pink
So soothing for itchy scalp,
with gold pearl added a luminous
and effectively removed oily
sparkle to the lips. Part of
dandruff. With selenium disulphide
Euristocrats collection, this gloss
it stops the condition in four weeks
is more than a gloss.
of use, and prevents dandruff from
recurring.

SKIN
Read About
• Hair removal
and what
works and
how
• Best ways to
scrub your
skin smooth
• How to keep
your feet petal
soft
Peachy Glow
Go monochrome with a coral hued blush and
lipstick; and subtly lined eyes for a soft romantic
look ideal for grey rainy days

Buzz On
How To De-uzz
We love thick hair, as long as
it is on the head; anywhere
else can be quite a beauty
disaster. Do away unwanted
body hair with these nifty
tips. Choose your trick. By
Gayatri T Rao.

I
t is the external reminder of the times we spent clean, and fresh once the hair is off. There’s no
as monkeys; it was the best warm woollies we scientific proof but clearing up the fur of the face,
had. That was once upon a time, when body hair and limbs does improve one’s self esteem, and sense
was in fashion, and we lived in caves. But since of confidence. In any case lightening the load in the
then times have changed. As we evolved we did shed pubic areas, and armpits are good for hygiene as well,
the extras, but some remained to keep our skin warm. especially in summer.
Since we discovered fashion and donned sweaters, and
shawls, the reason for the fuzz to be there is gone. In
Removal strategies
fact in the recent years, it is a vanity must to be fuzz Hair removal is nothing new to Indian women. It’s
free, and not just for women – who have always loved not just short dresses, and tank tops that have pushed
soft, smooth skin – but also for men now. us to pull out the hair, our traditional beauty secrets
have recipes using natural ingredients like turmeric,
According to dermatologist, Dr. Rekha Sheth, on
lemon juice wheat husk, and flour to bleach and
our body we have two types of hair. There’s the vellus
reduce hair growth. But not many of you have time to
hair - it is soft, fine and short; and terminal hair – the
powder dried turmeric roots now-a-days. There are
one that grows on our head, and is darker, thicker
other options available though. “Shaving, bleaching,
and coarser. Says Dr Sheth, “Most women have vellus
waxing, depilation (using hair removal creams),
hair on their chest, back and face. It is darker and
plucking and threading are temporary methods for hair
more noticeable in some women, especially those with
removal methods that are easier on the pocket, and
darker complexions. While terminal hair is thicker and
keep you hair free. Other more permanent techniques
grows in the armpits, and pubic areas as girls reach
are laser hair removal and I. B. probe electrolysis,”
their puberty.”
says Anuradha CH, Director, Anoo’s, a leading salon
The appearance of hair on your body changes as in Hyderabad.
you grow older. In fact doctors say that vellus hair in
In fact many experts also advice bleaching instead
many thickens as you reach puberty. In fact for many
of completely pulling out hair, in case your facial or
women, facial hair emerges as hormones take over as
back hair is thin, and sparse. In this you only use a
you evolve from a girl to a woman. Many times your
chemical based pack with hydrogen peroxide to lighten
hair growth pattern is hereditary. Besides, Polycystic
the colour of the body hair to match your skin tone,
Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and other hormonal
thus giving your skin a hairless look. Definitely less
problems often give rise to excessive hair growth.
painful than other methods.
According to Dr Sheth this can lead to heavier growth
on the upper lip or on the chin, chest, belly and/or Prepare Your Skin: Before you start the hair
back. Some women even develop facial hair once they removal process – no matter which technique you want
reach menopause. It’s quite common and occurs as a to opt for – clean skin is a must. Exfoliate your skin
result of the hormonal changes happening in the body the day before to remove dead skin cells, and bring
at that time. Certain medications can also give rise to to surface any ingrown if stuck under the top layer of
excess hair growth. your skin. Moisturise it well as well. Also you need
to use the right products to get maximum benefits. If
No matter the reason, it is a beauty norm
you are de-fuzzing the face then remove all traces of
worldwide to have smooth, soft limbs minus the fuzz.
makeup before starting the process.
While keeping body hair especially on your arms
and legs does not really harm you, but you do feel

Shaving
t is one of the easiest and the most cost
effective ways to remove hair from your body,
especially legs, under arms, and bikini area. To
get good result use twin-blade razors meant
for women as they help cut the hair closer to
the skin, and chafe the skin less, leading to less
irritation. Also you need to soften the cuticles,
so it is a good idea to shave after a bath. Use
shaving foam with skin softeners to soothe
irritations. This also enables a closer shave. To
get a smoother finish on your legs and arms,
always shave against direction of hair growth,
for pubic areas it is a good idea to shave in the
direction of hair growth to avoid in-grown hair
and razor rash. Despite perception your hair does
not grow out coarser or thicker with shaving.
Benefits: It is fast takes about 15 minutes and
is easy on the pocket.
Disadvantages: You need to touch up almost
every day to avoid rough stubble. Also there’s Waxing
the danger of nicks and cuts, and skin sensitivity. It is one of the best and preferred ways of hair
Cost: Razor comes from anywhere between Rs removal. It is a method of semi-permanent hair removal
35 to Rs 250; and shaving foam is for Rs 310 which removes the hair from the root. This works for any
area of your body including legs, arms, under arms, face,
back, pubic area. According to Dr Mahua Chatterjee,
waxing expert at VLCC, it is important to clean and dry
your skin well before starting the waxing process. When
waxing for the first time, it is a good idea to go to a
professional. When doing at home, test the temperature
and consistency of the liquid wax by applying to a small
area on the inside of your wrist. Dip the appropriate
sized spatula into the wax, take appropriate amount
and apply the wax over the area to be treated in the
direction of the hair growth, allowing the liquid wax to
flow smoothly. Place the disposable strip directly over
the wax and smooth with your palms in the direction of
the hair growth. This will allow the hair that is bonded to
the wax to adhere to the strip. Leave enough free edge of
the strip so you can grasp it with your fingers. Place your
fingers or hand on the skin to hold firmly. With one fast
movement, pull the strip (in the opposite direction of the
hair growth) to remove the wax with the hair adhering to
it. Keep your hand close to the skin. Remember; do not
apply the wax over a larger area than can be covered by
the strip.
Benefits: This keeps your skin smoother longer. Hair
grows back in two to three weeks time. With regular use
hair grows back thinner. Also it keeps skin smooth as it
removes dead skin layer along with hair.
Disadvantages: The in-between waxing period can be
tough as you need to let your hair grow at least 1/4th an
inch for getting a waxing done again. If not done properly
waxing can lead to ingrown hair.
Cost: Anywhere between Rs 400 to Rs 1200 for full
body wax.

Threading Regrowth is slower. Can be done in
private.
It is an ancient Middle Eastern
beauty practice that is a beauty must Disadvantages: Can be painful the
for us Indian girls when it comes to first time. Since it plucks out curly or
removing facial hair. In this method the brittle hair may snap off rather than
expert uses twisted threads to pull out being pulled out, giving your skin
individual hair from the root. It is ideal stubble like feel.
for removing hair from smaller areas or Cost: Between Rs 1500 to Rs
hair that is scattered. 4000 for brands like Braun, Philips,
Benefits: It is a good method to use Panasonic etc.
when giving a new shape to your brows. Depilatory Creams
Since hair is pulled out from the roots so
Hair removal creams are oil in
you can wait for two weeks before touch
water based cosmetic preparation
ups. It gives your face a clean look
containing a chemical agent that
Disadvantages: It can be high on the helps to remove superfluous hair
pain factor. Avoid it before your periods. painlessly. The chemical agent in the
Cost: Rs 30 to Rs 80 for lips and cream formulation breaks the sulphur- have smooth skin in a jiffy.
eyebrows; Rs 80 to Rs 150 for full face. sulphur linkage bond in keratin of the
Disadvantages: For many
hair thereby disintegrating the hair.
Epilating Under the alkaline condition osmotic
pigmentation can become a problem as
It is a mechanized version of plucking skin gets irritated with repeated use of
pressure develops in the hair fiber,
hair, where you use an epilator- an chemicals.
which swells, loses its tensile strength
electrical device that removes hair by and gets detached from the skin. The Cost: Rs 24 onwards
mechanically grasping multiple hairs jelly-like mass of hair is removed by Laser
simultaneously and pulling them out. In wiping or scraping. If you are a first time It is a non surgical medical procedure
fact epilating is very similar to waxing user perform a patch test to ensure its that uses laser — an intense, pulsating
except that in this the top layer of your suitability on your skin. Wash a small beam of light — to remove unwanted
skin, which form the dead layer is not area of skin with water and mop dry. hair. It works by passing a light beam
touched. So it is good for women with Apply the cream on the area and wait for through the skin. The laser targets
sensitive skin, or ones prone to rashes 10 minutes, wash with lukewarm water. dark pigment, called melanin, in hair.
post waxing. Also regrowth is similar If the skin is normal after 24 hours, When the light beam hits the hair follicle
to the way hair grows back in waxing. you can safely use hair remover cream. (where hair growth originates), the
So you remain smoother longer. Good However, if you experience irritation or intense heat destroys the hair follicle
for removing hair from arms, legs, redness during application of cream, wash instantly. It is good for removing thick
underarms, and bikini line. All you have off immediately with excess of lukewarm dark hair on your face and body. It
to do is move the epilator slowly over water. If the problem persists, consult slows hair regrowth, but you will need
your skin against the direction of hair your doctor. Good to use on areas like few sessions of this treatment to get an
growth to pull out from the root. Slower under arms, legs, and bikini line. extended “hair-free” period. You need
you go, the better the finish.
Benefits: These creams are an easy to do a ‘patch test’ before the actual
Benefits: A great tool to have when and painless way of removal of hair. treatment. During this process, slight
you need to get smooth skin in between Emollients in the cream keep the skin pain or pressure is normal; however you
waxes. Good for girls with sensitive skin. soft, and smooth. Ideal when you need to do not really need anesthesia. You can
experience little redness post a session.
But that’s nothing to worry about that
little moisturizer can help. Good for
bikini line and heavy facial hair.
Benefits: It is almost painless. It
is good for dealing with excessive hair
growth related to hormonal issues, and
Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome.
Disadvantages: Can make your skin
sensitive to sunlight. Despite claims you
cannot be permanently hair-free with
laser. Hair does grow back but very
slowly. Also it is not that effective on
thin, or light coloured hair.
Cost: Rs 2000 onwards per sitting.

Otherwise you may end up with
major skin issues. Says VLCC’s Dr
Chatterjee, “Generally, waxing is a
safe procedure and does not have
any side effects, but rarely it does
cause mild redness, papular reactions
and folliculitis. Cold compression
and application of calamine helps in
reducing post waxing redness. While
waxing, ensure that the temperature
of the wax is correct for the skin.
Also ensure that the strip is pulled
in the correct direction. Maintain
sterilization to avoid post waxing
pustules or folliculitis.’ In fact you
can request your waxing expert to
apply a skin toner or an astringent
to tighten pores and avoid infection.
Moreover avoid using a body scrub
immediately after waxing. Leave a gap
of 24 hours before using a skin bleach
or scrub.
For many in grown hair can be a
big issue, especially if you shave or
wax. An ingrown hair curls and starts
growing back into its own follicle.
Ingrown hairs are usually just minor
irritants, but they can be painful
and unsightly. You need to buff off
top layer of your skin as hair starts
to grow back to avoid this. Says
Anuradha, “Thoroughly wet a clean
washcloth with very warm water and
hold it against the affected area.
When the washcloth cools down,
run it under warm water again. This
treatment softens the ingrown hair
Electrolysis eyebrows, and sideburns) and also and brings it closer to the surface.
on the neck, shoulders, arms and If problem persist then try chemical
Before lasers became fashionable
underarms, breasts, abdomen, bikini exfoliation as a permanent solution
it was a common method of removing
line, legs, back, and chest. for ingrown hair. In fact we have a
unwanted hair. During the process
of electrolysis individual hairs are Benefits: It has more permanent special procedure called Anoo’s poly
removed from the face or body and effect than laser. It can zap away thin hydroxyl peels, available at Anoo’s,
the growth center of the hair is and grey hair as well. that helps to cure this ingrown hair
destroyed with energy, which may Disadvantages: Since needle is problem.”
come from chemicals or heat. Small put into individual hair follicle it can According to Dr Sheth, you need
needles are inserted into the opening be a time consuming process. Also to be careful about your skin after
of the skin near hair follicles. Next, a your skin might get more sensitive, laser hair removal. She advises that
low-level electrical current is passed and many run the risk of hyper you need to wash your skin with
through the needles that destroy the pigmentation. You need at least four cold water, and use a wide spectrum
hair follicle. Hair is unable to grow sessions to see results. sunscreen to avoid pigmentation,
back in an area where the follicle Cost: Rs 500 to Rs 700 per sitting as skin gets fragile after any laser
has been destroyed. The process of depending on the area. therapy. She also suggest that you
electrolysis can be slow and require
several treatment sessions to destroy
Perfect finish follow instructions carefully while
using depilatory creams to avoid
the hair follicles. Can be used to To get the maximum out of your
skin burn and darkening. Anyways
remove hair on the face (eyebrows, hair removal technique after care
it is always better to consult your
upper and lower lips, cheeks, chin, is very important, as it will ensure
dermatologist to ensure that your hair
hairline, bridge of the nose between that your skin remains in top shape.
removal efforts become fruitful.
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Scrub a Dub
Face-to-toe smooth skin has been
fashionable since ages. Reveal your skin,
and glow with health with these right
exfoliation moves. By Lipla Negi.

If Egyptian girls were sloughing off with wine
and crushed pearls, we Indian girls, even in the
olden days, were no less. We had beauty recipes
from Ayurveda that used herbs, milk, yogurt, fruit
pulp, and sea salt to retain alabaster skin. In fact
the world learned the usage of pumice stone to
slough off rough, callused skin from us. It was a
favourite with the Indian royal women.
Why Slough Off

A vital part of skin care, exfoliation helps to
speed up the process of cell renewal by removing
the thinnest and outermost layer of skin containing
dead skin cells. These dead cells make your look
dull and lifeless. “Exfoliation also helps to produce
an even colour tone and if you have blackheads,
acne, dry skin, oily skin, or rough skin, it can do
wonders for you,” says Veteran beauty expert,
Shahnaz Hussain. Moreover, as we age, the natural
process of cell renewal slows down. Cells start to
pile up unevenly on our skin’s surface, giving it
dry and rough appearance. Thus, exfoliation helps
in revealing the fresher, younger skin cells below.
“Apart from being powerful cleansing procedure,
it also stimulates blood circulation to the skin
surface,” she adds.
Skin Sensing
Whether going for a luxurious exfoliation
treatment at a Spa or doing it at home, you
should identify your skin type first. Dr.Raj Parikh,
Consultant Dermatologist, Vichy says, “Depending
E
gyptian queen Cleopatra did it, and so did queen upon the skin type, the exfoliation can be weak, or
Padmini of Chittod. Both the queens were known strong done once a week or multiple times. Dry skin
for their exquisite beauty and translucence of needs it maximum once a week to once a fortnight
their skin. They had found the secret to this youthful followed by a good moisturizer. For oily skin, it is
glow that showed not only on their faces but also on necessary to have multiple exfoliations or a stronger
their bodies. All they did was apply concoctions that exfoliation twice a week to once a week. Whereas, for
sloughed off the dead layer of the skin, revealing a soft normal skin once a week is enough.”
suppleness. Though natural ingredients do not have any side
In fact the techniques of exfoliation to get great effects, one should use them too according to the
skin is attributed to Cleopatra, as she soaked herself skin type. “For dry skin both yogurt and oatmeal
in goat’s milk, and used crushed minerals on her skin. exfoliations work well. Yogurt contains AHAs which
“Packed with lactic acid, milk sloughs off dead sells is known for its exfoliating effect on the surface layer
without irritating the skin and add a luminous glow to of skin. Oatmeal on the other hand prevents flaky
the skin”, says Heron Awomi, Technical Head, Aroma dryness,” advices Dr Surana. This applies to choosing
Magic. Not only queen Cleo, but even regular ancient the products as well. “People with sensitive skin should
Egyptian women were experts at skin exfoliation, and make sure the label of the products specify that it is
were known to use exotic ingredients to prettify their gentle or made with ingredients which will not irritate
skin. “Egyptians used Wine as a chemical exfoliate, the skin,” warns Awomi. “Ideally there should be a
with tartaric acid as the active agent,” adds Dr Arihant week’s gap between two exfoliations,” advises Dr
Surana, Medical Head, Asian Roots Medi Spa. Parikh.

Types of Exfoliation
MECHNICAL EXFOLIATION
In mechanical exfoliation dead skin cells

are physically rubbed off with an abrasive.
One can use scrubs that contain sugar,
coffee grounds, apricot and honey. Fruit
scrubs comprising of papaya and orange
extracts are also good for skin. And a Size Matters
procedure like microdermabrasion also Not all scrubs are beneficial for you. The dermats
comes under this. say that effectiveness of an exfoliating product
depends on the matching of the skin with the size
CHEMICAL EXFOLIATION of the exfoliating particles. This is especially true
for cosmetic body and face scrubs. “The size of
It includes application of fruit acids like
exfoliants depends on the sensitivity of the skin”
glycolic, malic acid and acids derived from
says Dr Vidula Patel, Dermatologist, LH Hiranandani
tree bark like salicylic acids that leads to
Hospital. Generally thicker or bigger exfoliants are
loosening of the bonds between the dead
used on the body, whereas for face they shouldn’t
and eventual peeling of dead skin. The
be too large. However, “For exfoliative therapies like
products used for chemical exfoliation are
MDA the larger the size of the exfoliant for example
AHA’s and BHA’s and they are in the
the size of the crystals used, deeper is the exfoliation
form of cream, lotion or gel. AHA stands
and better are the results,” says Dr Patel. When
for Alpha Hydroxy Acids, these are fruit
scrubbing at home a soft wash cloth or a brush, or
acids and are soluble in water and BHA
a loofah helps to enhance the exfoliating effect. But
stands for Beta Hydroxy Acid and they are
avoid rubbing too vigorously. As far as body brushes
salicylic acids and are soluble in oil.
are concerned the bristles should not be too stiff.
Brushes with soft bristles or a loofah are ideal for
better results. One can use long handled brushes for
the back.

Scrub Right from the feet upwards towards legs, thighs, abdomen,
buttocks, back, and arms –in circular motion with the body
Exfoliation should be preceded by a gentle cleansing brush. It will slough off dead skin cells. Follow this with your
of the accumulated debris and sebum. The scrubs and regular bath routine. Use a moisturising body wash to wash
cleansing grains available over the beauty counters should off the flakes and grime.
be rubbed gently on face, neck or any other part of the body
and washed off with the plain water. For face, one should Don’t Overdo
keep the skin type in mind. While scrubbing the face one
should not use excess friction on forehead and around the A lot of time we end up over doing the scrubbing routine;
lips, and avoid the under eye region. For body be careful falling for the temptation to slough off a little extra to get
whilst scrubbing on your arms, shins, inner thigh, and upper rid of pigmentation. “Over enthusiastic exfoliation can lead
back. “Use circular motions in the upward direction to get to dryness and hyper pigmentation,” warns Dr Patel. “Body
maximum benefit out of your scrubbing routine. This will scrubs if used on a daily basis may lead to darkening of the
also improve your blood circulation,” advices Dr Patel. skin due to regular friction which is called bathing brush
Post exfoliation tone up the skin with rose water, and apply dermatitis,” adds Dr Parikh. It also removes the natural
moisturizer liberally. If going out after a scrubbing routine, protective barrier on the skin. In case of dry skin it can lead
use sunscreen to protect the new skin. to dry, chapped and irritated skin. One should not exfoliate
the skin if there is an injury, sore, rash, pimples, acne or
In fact it is a good idea to invest in a long handled body any other skin condition. “Patients on anti acne medication
brush for dry body brushing every other day. This also helps like isotretinoin should not use exfoliants since it can induce
in loosening dead skin cells, and drains away toxins from the extreme dryness and irritation,” inform Dr Patel.
body. Before a bath at night, just rub your skin – starting

Exfoliation SOS
Your enthusiasm has led to visible
rashes on your skin? Do not panic.
Try these tricks to soothe your hide.
»» Avoid further exfoliation
and sunlight and apply a
rich moisturizing cream.
»» A hydrating mask or
facial or milk can also
help in soothing the skin.
»» If there are eruptions, a little

rose water can be mixed
with sandalwood paste can
be applied.
»» A cold compress with

chilled rose water or skin
tonic may be given,
using cotton wool.
»» The frequency of DID YOU KNOW

exfoliation should be
reduced in dry climate. It is said that during ancient times, the fabled Mughal Queens used diamond
in combination with botanical extracts and the silt from running brooks. The silt
»» If the condition persists then contained invaluable plant and mineral deposits. These ingredients were mixed
one should seek professional with the oil of musk and milk, to be applied on face and body. It was considered
help and consult a good to be powerful dermabrasive treatment that erased fine lines and wrinkles,
dermatologist exfoliating the skin and controlling the ageing process, thus protecting the skin
from the visible effects of the ravages of time.

Exfoliation At Home
Tried and tested by our ancestors, the exotic natural
ingredients are virtuous in results and a sumptuous treat for
your skin. With zero side effects and a myriad of benefits, they
are the favourites of beauty brands across the world. Try out
these effective and feel good recipes that will give you silky
smooth skin at home.
»» Bessan (gram flour), curd and a little

turmeric are effective in removing tan. The
paste should be washed off after an hour.
»» Salt makes a good body scrub, but it

should not be used on a sensitive skin.
Almond oil can be added to salt and
rubbed on the skin.
»» Granulated sugar is an excellent scrub for

the hands. Take 2 tablespoons sunflower
oil and 3 tablespoons granulated sugar.
Mix till it become a paste. Apply & rinse
off after 15mins.
»» Take ground dry orange and lemon peels,

oatmeal and ground almonds (almond
meal). Add a little olive oil and rose water.
Apply on the body and rub gently with
circular movements.
»» Oatmeal works wonders on the skin. Egg

white, honey and curd can be added to
oatmeal. It is especially good for blackhead
prone areas.
»» If the skin is dry, add honey, milk and a

little almond oil to the oatmeal and then
apply. After 15 minutes, moisten with milk
and scrub the body gently, rinsing off with
water.
»» Rice powder can be mixed with yogurt and

used on the body.
»» Crushed sesame seeds mixed with honey

can be used as a great body scrub. You
can also add dried mint leaves to this
mixture for a stimulating effect.
»» Take 1 cup sea salt, ½ cup of honey, ¼ cup

of oatmeal, 5drops of lavender oil and 1
cup of oil. Apply the mixture in the body
and work it into the skin gently. It is great
for elbows, the knees and the feet.

How To
Create a
Foot Spa At Home
Your feet need some well GET COMFY
Look for a relaxing space,
deserved pampering but grab few pillows, a chair, stool
taking off time to get a to rest your feet on and place all
the essential things next to you
pedicure at a spa seems next – nail polish remover, nail file,
cuticle oil and nipper, foot scrub,
to impossible. So, how about massaging cream, pumice stone,
giving your feet a mini spa foot file, and two towels. Pep up
your mood with a relaxing music
treatment at home? Sooth and aromatic candles.
your exhausted peds and legs NAIL IT
Wash your feet and sit toes. Then take a emery board foot
with these simple steps and comfortably on the chair with your file like Dr Scholl’s Foot File and
feet on the stool. Take off your old smoothen the rough edges on your
see your pretty toes peeping nail polish. Try acetone free Avon heels and balls of your feet. Wipe
through your sexy summer Nail Expert Conditioning Nail Enamel with wet towel.
Remover. It both protects and MASSAGE GENTLY
sandals. By Lipla Negi nourishes the nails. Cut and shape Apply Sally Hansen Cuticle
up your nails. Keep it short and Massage Cream on your nails and
straight to avoid in grown toe nails. then use a cotton bud to push your
Cut your toenail with a high quality cuticles back and then rehydrate
clipper and smoothen the edges with them by rubbing little cuticle oil such
a nail file. as Revlon Nail Beauty Oil. Now take
SOLE SOOTHING a rich foot cream like Biguine Ylang-
Fill a big flat bottom bowl or Ylang Cream, or The Body Shop
a bucket with warm water. Fold a Peppermint Foot Massage Cream and
towel into a square and place it at massage it into your feet and calves
the bottom of the bucket. On that using pressure point technique.
comfortable surface, soak your feet BRIGHTEN UP
for 5 – 10 minutes. You can add a Use cotton balls as toe
juice of a lime, half cup of milk with separators. Now apply the base coat
rose petals, or peppermint essential on your dried nails. Try L’Oreal
oil to the water. This softens the Manicure Cement that strengthens
callus, and soothes aching feet. the nail bed and makes nail break-
SCRUB IT proof. Confused about colours? Go
You can try VLCC Pediglow for bright shades this season. Try
Foot Scrub enriched with walnut Maybelline’s Colorama range for an
and seawood extracts which helps exciting range of colours. Apply first
in exfoliating dead tissues and coat, wait for two minutes and then
stimulates blood circulation. You can apply the second coat. Finish off with
also rub a sea salt scrub, or sugar on L’Oreal’s Ultragloss Top Coat, or
your feet. A wet pumice stone will Lakme Spa Line Hard Top Coat to
help in removing dead skin on the keep the colour from fading. Let it
balls and heels of your feet. Wash dry for few minutes and you are all
your feet and dry them thoroughly. set to slip your feet in summer’s
Remember to wipe between the slinky sandals.

HAIR
Read About
• Sassy hair
styles for 2009
• Hair myths
busted by
Sunsilk’s
Jawed Habib
• How to
keep strands
smooth during
monsoons
• Working
Indian tress
type to best
advantage
Rainy Day Do
Glam up limp locks by simply scraping it back with the
fingers, and twisting the hair in an uneven French roll;
pull out few strand for an undone effect.

Va Va
VOOM HAIR
When Biguine’s hairstylists designed the 41st collection,
inspiration came from an unlikely source - the crispness of Oscar
Wilde’s writing, and his dapper character. By Gayatri T Rao
F
or us girls the term Victorian generally personalities of the era – Alfred Tennyson,
means old-fashioned, straight-laced, Charles Darwin, Honore de Balzac, and Jules
and often dowdy. So when we heard Amedee Barbey.
that French House of Beauty & Hair
Jean-Claude Biguine had taken inspiration from When we asked whether the styles can work
spirit of the Victorian era to come out with their for us Indian girls, Robequine adds, “The Indian
Spring/Summer 2009 hairstyle collection , we and French teams have been trained rigorously
were sceptical. That is till we laid our eyes on the on the collection. These unique styles are now
cuts and style. available to our Indian clients with a touch of
local flavour and appealing European look.” She
There was nothing dowdy about the layers, explains that all the cuts have been created
and subtle hues that defined the cuts. According taking into consideration the different facial
to Carole Robequin, Creative Director, Biguine, structure of women across the globe, and since
this 41st collection from the house brings most of girls globally now have similar facial
back the sheer splendour of Oscar Wilde, structure, so the styles can be easily worn by an
his charismatic personality, tongue in cheek Indian worn. In fact Robequin stresses that the
witticism, and a freshness that defined the era. Collection 41 is more for Indian customers as the
Talking about the very concept of the Collection cuts are not a drastic change and not extremely
41, Robequin, explains, “This concept embraces funky but very wearable.
innovative patterns which are modern, original
and invaluable. The cuts are flattering, stylish Now the styles are available at the Jean-
and are universal in appeal. What sets this Claude Biguine salon in Mumbai. Talking about
collection apart from others is its reminiscences the availability of the collection, Dharmendra
of old times and elaborate technical skills, which Manwani, CEO, Jean-Claude Biguine, India
go behind in creating these looks. This collection says, “Our collection reflects global trends and
has five different looks named Oscar, Alfred, International fashion. This is the first time we
Charles, Barbey and Honore. In these styles, are launching our collection in India, which is
Oscar Wilde’s vivacity is the key word with a conscious decision after witnessing such an
delicate shades of English elegance and grace. immense response from our clients in the past
In fact it is not just Oscar Wilde, the names one year.”
of each style has been inspired by the popular

Oscar
A style meant for girls fretting over frizzy hair.
It is basically a round cut with extremely subtle
layers in the bottom. Meant for curly hair, it is more
suitable for the oval face structure. Most of you with
very curly hair are reluctant to try out any style.
This cut work wonderfully on girls with an oval face
– you can go short or maintain shoulder length hair
with a fun element. Girls with curls are often wary of
short hair, but with Oscar, you can have short hair
and actually accentuate your curls while keeping
them manageable.
Honore
It is all about layers cut universally – even in
your bangs. It works well for girls with medium to
thin hair that’s straight. In fact you can manage
your flyaway strands with this style. It is good
for girls with oval or oblong face. If you want fun
element, yet have an easy to style hair, then this
is a cut for you. Also works well for when you want
to change your hair length without going drastically
short. You can try Honore, if you want to hide your
round cheeks since the cut covers your face in such

Charles
It is a hairstyle defined by deep layering, short
and asymmetrical bangs, maintaining the length but
going short on the top to give side volumes to an
oblong or thin face. This cut is all about deep cuts
and proper layering adorning your face. It is good
for women with medium to thick hair that is wavy.
Charles is one cut which can be flaunted well by
Indian girls. It is suited for triangular face structure
or if you have strong jaw line. This lets you really
experiment with your hair without going short.

Alfred
It is a great style to go short with. The style is
combination of blunt layers placed on top, and at
the sides of the face. If you have thin to medium hair
that is straight or slightly wavy, then this is the cut
for you. It also suits women with delicate features.
Wear it if you have a heart shaped face. It is easy
to maintain, and a wash and wear style. Just apply a
little texturising gel at the tips to get a piecey look
with this style.

Barbey
It is a short layered style with volume on top. Goes
well on girls with round or small face. It is an upgrade on
the classic pixie style. The hair thinned from the sides
with random but graduated layers, with focus on creating
volume on top of the head. It is for the woman who revels
in her youthful look, and likes to be chic. This style
works well during summers. The look falls best on medium
hair with straight or wavy texture. The style needs high
maintenance though.

Bionature
Hot Hair
For Indian Women
Sven Ewald, Chief Trainer, Pivot Point International,
Germany shares specific hairstyling tips for Indian
girls, that he showcased at Lakme Fashion Week.
Love your hair texture soft layering techniques inside. Along

with the haircut, it is also important to
Indian women have naturally beautiful
do hairstyling and hair colouring to get
hair which can be styled into numerous
the complete look. The styling needs to
coiffeurs, both for the day and evening
be natural with waves or curls to give
wear. The texture of their hair is rich
more movement to the hair. The colour
and luxurious because of the great care
needs to be a subtle shade and not too
they take in conditioning it. Their hair
bright. These features work very well
Top tips from the Lakmé
quality is also very good and it is easily
with Indian women’s hair. You can try
Fashion Week workshop
manageable. I have also noticed that
Indian hair is more soft and vivid than
it out at a Lakmé Salon where we have Lakmé Salon invited me during Lakmé
trained stylists to give you cuts that are Fashion Week to conduct workshop on
Asian hair type. Therefore it is easier to
contemporary and suits Indian women. ‘Hairstyling trends for 2009’ that was suit-
do diverse hairstyles and cuts on Indian
As most women like to have long hair, at able for modern Indian women. At the
hair than on Asian hair type.
Lakmé Salon the hair experts therefore workshop, I showcased various styles and
Tops styling for 2009 personalise their cuts and styles to give cuts that will suit Indian women. My styl-
Hair styling trend for this summer is them a natural look. ing tips include
natural which means soft haircuts with
Styles that work for you »» At office: During work hair should be
Most Indian women want to easily manageable therefore one can
keep their tresses long. In India, opt for a classic ponytail
layered haircut is one of the
»» Casual outing: For a casual outing
bestseller as Indian women are
women should wear their hair
extremely proud of their long hair
naturally. They should leave their hair
and like to flaunt them. This cut
loose and let it air dry
suits them and they are more
comfortable in it. The styling that »» Formal: A formal look is sleeker.
one can go for is long waves and You should blow-dry the hair and
curls. It is advisable for them to smoothen it straight down with a flat
wear their long hair with natural iron.
texture. »» On a date: On a date, hair should
Hair colours that be more romantic. You should curl
the hair with a curling iron which will
enhance give you a nice romantic wave. Use a
Indian skin tone is dusky and mousse to hold your curls in place for
brown. It is recommended to opt a longer time.
for a hair colour that is natural.
»» While ironing hair, apply a projecting
You should ask the stylist to use
product into your hair for moisturising
the in tone colouring techniques to
it. Avoid over styling of hair.
get beautifully highlighted hair. One
should avoid bright colours as they »» Make use of special oil products for
don’t go well with their skin tone. the ends so that they don’t look
Highlights should be done under frizzy.
the top hair so that it is hidden »» Always be gentle to your hair.
when they are growing out.

Mane Care
in Monsoons
Moisture in the air is good for the skin, but spells
disaster for the hair. Fight frizz, and other tress troubles
with these expert tips. By Nabanita Das
H
urray! The rains are finally here. not wipe off the water carefully, the humidity
The dry parched earth is soaked in combined with the water on the scalp can cause
moisture, our skins feel hydrated, and fungal infection. “Humidity and increased skin
our hair wet. While you may enjoy secretions make the hair sticky, matted, it easily
the drip, drip on your skin; but over exposure breaks, and hair also tangles easily and does not
to rain water is hazardous to healthy hair. As dry after wash. Rain water is acidic due to the
the humidity rises in the atmosphere, so does high level of pollution dissolved as it falls down.
the frizz, since the hair cuticles get swollen, and It irritates the scalp, causes itching; neglected
rise up. In fact hair wet with rain water, and not scalp care can invite fungal infections which are
washed is the breeding ground for infections. common in monsoon,” says Dr Rajesh Rajput,
You can end up with greasy scalp, limp locks, Hair Restoration Surgeon, Dr. L.H. Hiranandani
dandruff, and smelly hair. Hospital, in Mumbai. In fact in severe conditions
Before you say yuck! And stop loving the you may end up with pus-filled boils on your
rain, just read through to learn the best hair scalp. Painful thought isn’t it?
habits. Not just that, unclean scalp can also attract
lice, informs Dr Rajput. However, the worst
The Sticky Issue problem that worries most of us is the sticky
dandruff that develops on the scalp. This is
According to experts the rain water that
harmful as it sits near the roots, choking the
pours down currently from the skies are
follicles. “Unhealthy scalp can also get very
more acidic in nature as they are riddled with
itchy, and if you do not wash off rain water you
pollutants. So when it splashes on your hair,
may end up with smelly hair. The strands do
and soaks your scalp, most often you will get
not get the right nourishment leading to brittle
an itchy sensation. In fact even strands can get
hair, and hair loss,” adds Dr Rajput. Also wet
bleached. This is true especially in the first week
hair is less elastic, so you may experience hair
of rain fall. The acidic water actually creates
breakage, and eventual hair loss.
an imbalance in the pH balance of the scalp,
thus damaging the roots as well. And if you do

Cleanse and Clear a drop of shine boosting or anti frizz serum
to tame hair. Avoid mousse, gels, and sprays
As you already know, the best way to keep as much as possible, especially if you have an
tress troubles far away during the rains and itchy scalp. “Post shampooing use a Leave-on
humid weather is to shampoo, and cleanse conditioner to protect the strands. This will
your hair and scalp properly. Keep in mind to also help you fight frizz. Avoid getting it near
rinse your hair and scalp thoroughly, and then your scalp, as it can make hair limp, and scalp
dry your scalp with a fluffy towel. Instead of greasy,” he says. It is a good idea to oil your
wrapping your hair in a towel, first squeeze hair nicely before going out for one of those rain
out excess water from the hair, and then use festivities – be it a rain dance, or a picnic in
a smaller towel to run it through your scalp the rain. The oil will keep the acidic water from
to soak up moisture from there. Massage with entering the hair shafts.
your finger to improve circulation. Let the hair
dry completely and then comb it with a wide Since scalp and strands are more vulnerable
toothed comb, and avoid brushing it. “If your during this season, try to increase the intake of
hair is exposed to the rain or humidity every nuts, greens, beans, lentils, salads, and fruits.
day, you may even wash your hair daily with Avoid roadside food stalls during this season,
a mild shampoo. Keeping the hair clean is far as they can lead to infections. While you may
more important. Avoid all formula shampoos feel less thirsty, but you must not forget to
meant for dry hair, oily hair, repair formulas drink your daily dose of three litres of water.
etc. Use only mild shampoo meant for daily use Make sure you are also giving your hair its daily
or regular use. Use hair softener or detangler protein nourishment as well.
instead of conditioner,” says Dr Rajput. He
stresses that washing your hair daily will not
Season’s Sassy Styles
harm hair as long as you dry it properly, and Hair styles are getting hotter and shorter.
keep it conditioned. Just drying it with the towel Easy maintenance is the keyword this season.
will not be sufficient. Use hair dryer without Hair is not over styled, neither is it pin straight.
the heat. Hold the dryer at a distance from Natural and wavy short hair looks beautiful
your strands, and blow air for drying the hair this season. You can use a little hair wax at
In fact, a clarifying shampoo once a week is a the tips of your strands to get a textured look,
good idea to deal with excess grease on the which appears more natural. Dress up your do
scalp, which can make hair limp. However if you with pretty, studded hair grips, or barrettes.
feel your scalp getting smelly or itchy it could If you are having a bad hair day then a broad
be a sign of fungal infection, then rush to a leather hair band in nude, or bright colours is
dermatologist or a trichologist for prescription the answer. It can make the frizziest of hair look
shampoo, and antifungal solution. “Once a week chic.
use medicated anti dandruff shampoo with anti-
fungal Ketoconazole. You can try Scalp, V-Druff Keep your hair tied in a sleek ponytail or
or Nizoral. Rinse your hair with running water if in a loose bun at the nape if you are sporting
you get soaking wet,” he adds. long hair. This saves your long hair from getting
soaked in case you get caught in the rain. “If
Save Your Strands you get wet in the rain while going to work, and
don’t have an access to a towel, then you need
Since your hair and scalp is already
squeeze out the water thoroughly. Then roll up
subjected humidity that increases greasiness
your hair in a bun, and keep it that way for half
on the scalp, so it is a good idea to use as little
an hour to one hour. Then leave it loose to dry
styling products as possible to avoid build up.
for 15 minutes. Follow this step two to three
This is because styling product build up can lead
times to completely dry your hair. This will give
to infections if not cleansed out thoroughly.
your hair a nice natural wave as well,” suggest
Dr Rajput advises against using hairsprays Dr Rajput.
during this season. In fact you can just smooth

Monsoon do’s and don’ts:
Do’s:
»» Try out a shorter hair style.
»» A hot oil massage once in a week is good for hair.
»» Go for regular henna treatment.
Don’ts:
»» Avoid blow drying your hair to style.
»» Don’t use a hair dryer on dripping wet strands.
Towel dry, and dry holding the dryer at a
distance from the hair.
»» Avoid chemical treatments, like permanent
straitening of your hair, etc.
»» Avoid getting your hair wet in the rains. Rain
water brings down pollutants in the air, these
pollutants weakens the shaft bonds, making your
hair dull and limp.
»» Do not comb your hair when it is wet.

Frizz Fighting At Home Tips
»» Beer makes the hair super soft silky and shiny.
Use this conditioner after shampooing your hair
by pouring 100 ml beer on your hair and leave it
on for twenty minutes.
»» Apply three teaspoons of olive oil, half teaspoon
of castor oil, and coconut oil mixed together
with a paste made of methi seeds. Keep it on
overnight, and shampoo off next morning.
»» Make a mixture with two tablespoons of curds
which is kept outside for three to four days mixed
with three tablespoons of lime juice. Apply it on
shampooed hair, and scalp. Keep the mixture on
your head for half and hour and wash off.
Beauty Zone
Introduces Bionature Products
Holds seminar to showcase the benefits of the products to
the professionals for better customer service at salons
Beauty zone, one of the leading distributors and suppliers vogue in the coming season. She demon-
of cosmetic furniture – equipments and herbal products had
strated new trends and techniques of colour-
recently organized an educational seminar in collaboration
with National Hair and Beauty Association of India. The
ing hair.
aim of the seminar was to introduce the professional beauty Since the seminar was to launch Bionature, so range
brand Bionature (natural sciences). of products including Professional facial kits, Hydrating
shampoos, Volumizing shampoos and their respective
Expert Dr Blossom Kocchar showcased the conditioners and also a wide range of creams, masks and
product usage. She conducted a skin care scrubs were showcased at the venue. Special emphasis was
session on the new fire and ice eye treatment paid to Skin Polishing kit and Wine kit.
based on the products from Bionature. The The sponsors were Bionature (natural sci-
professional were trained to use the ozone ences), Beauty Basket Fruit Cream Bleach,
machine that will make a facial effective for Kryolan professional make-up, Vega, Jolen
the customers. Makeup artist and hair expert inc. USA, Level up beauty equipments, Ansh
Samantha Kochhar demonstrated makeup accessories and Bindi’s, Body Care and Rassna
techniques and hair styling that will be in Herbal Products.

Fact Finding
Following mythical beliefs is hazardous to hair health. So we got Sunsilk’s hair
expert Jawed Habib to show you the real path
F
rom the best shampoos suggested by family hair myths. The difference between myths and reality
and friends or the Internet to the best diet may be little but what you lose in the bargain if you
regime, you have done it all, but haven’t don’t know the very difference is grave. Proper hair
they been of little use, besides getting your pockets maintenance involves knowing the myths and dispelling
empty? Getting that lustrous and gorgeous hair to die false notions and then nurturing your hair accordingly.
for is still a distant dream for you? If the answer to Here’s what you need to know about shampoos and
that question is an unfortunate yes, then stop and think conditioners to keep your tresses swinging free, and
it could be that you are still falling prey to common strong.

HAIR FACTS
and dry hair and protects it from breaking when you
Myth 1: I use a 2-in-1 shampoo so
comb it.
it is enough, I don’t need a separate
conditioner. Advice: Hence, unlike the myth, Sunsilk Hair
Fall Solution conditioner is specially formulated to
Myth Busted: Just like in skin care, you have reduce hair fall. You lose 100 hair strands if you
soap/face wash for cleansing, moisturizing cream for only shampoo your hair. Use of Sunsilk conditioner
nourishment and make-up/foundation for an all-day reduces hair fall from 100 to 2. It has natural
look; you also need different specialised products ingredients like ginseng and soya energizers, which
to meet all your needs for truly beautiful hair. For nourish your hair.
modern hair care, shampoos alone are not enough
and they cannot do everything. The basic function
of a shampoo is to remove the dirt from your hair
Myth 4: Oils provide the nourishment
and scalp. Moreover, a 2-in-1 shampoo will neither
my hair needs and hence I don’t need a
clean nor condition your hair properly because only
conditioner.
so many ingredients can be packed into each bottle. Myth busted: All over the world and especially
Using only a shampoo leaves your hair dehydrated in our Indian society, a lot of importance is given to
and lacking nourishment. A conditioner provides oiling the hair. Oiling of the hair helps in maintaining
hair with the necessary nutrition that a shampoo of the natural balance of the hair. But oils leave
takes away in the process of cleaning the hair. Each the hair feeling heavy and the scalp looking greasy.
product format has different benefits and purposes- Conditioners help in restoring the natural balance of
Advice: Sunsilk Hair Nourishing Conditioners are hair without the grease and the heaviness in the hair.
specially formulated with a Nutrient Lock technology Hair conditioner is thicker and it actually repairs the
which allows the nutrients and natural ingredients follicles of the hair itself. Besides, it also helps in
to penetrate deeply into the hair strands and ‘lock detangling hair strands.
inside’ so that they continue to nourish the hair and Myth 5: Natural homemade
reduce hair fall from 100 to 2! remedies like egg, yoghurt, henna are
Myth 2: No need to use a conditioner good conditioners and are safe.
if hair is greasy or fine. Myth busted: Actually this myth is true. These
Myths Busted: All hair types need conditioning natural ingredients are very good for the care of your
just like all skin needs moisturizing. You need precious hair but they are messy to use and time
different types of conditioners for different types of consuming to use each one of these separately.
hair. When it comes to fine hair, look for words like Advice: Sunsilk hair care experts have perfected
lightweight, volumising, body-building, amplifying this formulation and provide us harmless chemical
and texturising in your conditioner. However, do free natural conditioners which contain ginseng,
remember that conditioner is not to be massaged soya, almond oil and yoghurt and that too in the right
into the scalp. Rather it is to be applied to the hair proportions. Thus they are very safe. Also, isn’t
strands and tips of your hair, irrespective of your hair it less cumbersome to just buy a safe product and
type. conveniently apply it rather than spend lots of time in
Advice: Sunsilk’s range of variant conditioners trying homemade remedies? The answer is obvious.
provides a solution to your confusion of choosing a Myth 6: you need to keep the
conditioner for your kind of hair. For dry hair, use conditioner on for 10-15 minutes for it
Soft and Smooth conditioner, for damaged hair, use to work.
Damage Repair conditioner, for hair fall problem use
Hair Fall Solution conditioner, for strong hair, use Myth busted: Conditioners need to be applied
Thick & Long conditioner. after shampooing the hair. So they do take a bit
of your time, but not more than a minute or two.
Myth 3: Use of conditioners causes You may keep them on a bit longer only if you want
a lot of hair fall, because they contain deeper conditioning and if you feel like pampering
chemicals. yourself.
Myth Busted: Shampooing your hair is essential Advice: Sunsilk conditioners work wonders even
for cleanliness; it opens up the cuticles to remove when kept on for just 1 minute. Come to think, that’s
any dirt embedded there. Using a conditioner after a faster than 2 minute noodles.
shampoo seals the cuticles. This adds lustre to dull

WELLNESS
Savoury Spinach
Build your bones, fight iron deficiency, boost your immune
system with vitamin C, and detox your insides with a bowl of
crunchy baby spinach salad with a dash of olive oil and garlic
Read About
• Yoga moves
that help
reduce stress
• Staying
healthy during
rains with
homeopathy
• Cooking light
yet zesty snack
to munch on

Energising Yoga Moves
Restore your physical and mental
balance with these power yoga moves. Hold each pose for 3-5 breaths.
Increase your flexibility, relieve stress, Simply breadth as you move from
and boost your energy. By Mansi Bhatt one pose to the next. Always
use a yoga mat on the floor for
S cushioning --they’re available at
edantry lifestyle, laziness to hit the gym, and
stressed workplace situation can take a major toll
on your mind, and body balance. Often you might nearly any sporting good or mass
find yourself too stressed out or exhausted to even think
of going to the gym or do strenuous execise. That’s when
retail store.
yoga moves come in handy. The combination of controlled
breathing, and stretches actually challenge your weak
sculpt your back, arms, buttocks, and legs. Do these
muscles, increase flexibility, and rejuvenate your mind.
moves at least three time a week to get greater benefits.
You will find yourself energised, and more fresh, and
definitely less tired. Deep breathing
In the book The Women’s Book Of Yoga And Health: Before youn start the moves, sit down and breathe in
The Lifelong Guide To Wellness authors Linda Sparrowe, deeply. Hold the breath for few seconds and exhale slowly
and Patricia Walden have created yoga routines that again. Do it at least 5 to 6 times. Let go of your stress,
make your body go through the full range of motion. So and worries, and put your to-do list at the back of your
we picked few moves that will strengthen your core, and mind. Relax and concentrate on each pose.

Downward Facing Dog:
Get on all fours with hands
slightly in front of shoulders. Keep
your fingers spread. Tuck toes
under and press hips up toward the
ceiling. Keep your hands flat on the
ground and attempt to straighten
your legs and touch heels to the
floor. For correct alignment, bring
ribs toward thighs to straighten your
back.
Benefit: Stretches Achilles
tendons, calves, and hamstrings.
Helps increase blood flow to the
head and heart.
The Plank:
From downward facing dog pose,
inhale and move your upper body
forward until your shoulders are over
your wrists. You should be right at the
top of a “push up” position. Press your
heels back and tilt the crown of your
head forward so that the entire back
of your body is in a perfectly straight
line.
Benefit: Strengthens and tightens
abs. Balances core

Prayer Twist:
Step into a lunge. Bring hands
into a prayer position and twist
your left elbow across your body,
bringing it to rest against the
outside of your right thigh. Rotate
through the spine and extend the
top of your head forward. Roll
your shoulders back and down
away from the ears to open up
your chest. If balancing is tricky,
gently place the back knee on the
ground for support. Switch sides
Benefit: This motion releases
toxins and provides a fresh blood
supply to internal organs; aids
digestion.
Cobra:
From plank, use your arms to lower
yourself down to the floor, squeezing your
elbows into your sides for support. Place
your hands underneath your shoulders,
slightly in toward the ribs. Keeping the
elbows in and the shoulders pressing down,
inhale through your nose and slowly reach
your forehead, then chin, then chest away
from the floor, like you’re slowly peeling
your upper body back. Hold the position
for a moment, working to open your chest
as much as possible.
Benefit: Strengthens back, glutes, and
hamstrings; stretches the abdominals.

Side plank:
From prayer twist, release your arms and place
your left hand down on the ground under your left
shoulder. Step your right foot back next to your left,
and roll both feet over onto the outer edge of your
left foot, stacking the right foot on top. Use your
left arm for strength and lift hips into a gentle arc.
Stretch your right arm toward the ceiling and look
up toward your fingertips, keeping your chest open.
(If this is too challenging, lower your bottom knee
to the ground instead of balancing on your feet.) To
end, gently lower your arm down and return to plank
position. Now it’s time to go back and repeat the
crescent lunge, warrior III, prayer twist, and side
plank on the other side. Move on to the Cobra when
you’re done.
Benefit: Strengthens the oblique ab muscles;
improves balance.
Child’s Pose:
From plank, use your arms to lower yourself down to the
floor, squeezing your elbows into your sides for support.
Place your hands underneath your shoulders, slightly in
toward the ribs. Keeping the elbows in and the shoulders
pressing down, inhale through your nose and slowly reach
your forehead, then chin, then chest away from the floor,
like you’re slowly peeling your upper body back. Hold the
position for a moment, working to open your chest as much
as possible.
Benefit: Strengthens back, glutes, and hamstrings;
stretches the abdominals.

Remain Robust
In The Rains
Rains can be fun if you don’t have to worry about fungal
infection, and the sniffles. Homeopathy has some easy
prevention and fast cures. By Dr Mukesh Batra.
A
fter the scorching summer heat, the skin folds such as the groins or between the
monsoon showers are a welcome toes.
relief. However, with unprecedented Medication: Chrysarobic acid 6C, 5
weather change, and increased humidity, pills taken twice daily can help to treat
and erratic rain pattern all over the generalized fungal infections. Merc Sol 30C,
country over the past few years, there is 5 pills twice daily is recommended for fungal
an increasing danger of a host of illnesses. infection in the groins.
In fact during this season people tend to
Respiratory Allergies: Due to
laze around, munch on fried stuff, walk in
temperature changes and poor hygienic
slush with sandals on, and not washing feet
practices that are common during the
afterwards.
monsoons, conditions like a runny nose,
While these are fun to do but can sneezing, headache, and recurrent throat
actually affect your health negatively. In infections tend to be rampant.
fact you need to have a light, healthy diet, a
Medication: Natrum Sulph 6X can be
fitness regime, and a string sense of hygiene
given to treat allergic affections due to
to remain healthy throughout monsoon, and
dampness.
enjoy the showers to the hilt. Since fungal
infections are rampant in this weather, wear Asthma: Allergic asthma is more severe
fully-dried clothes and avoid walking bare- in its intensity and frequency during the
footed. So, don’t let trivial matters dampen monsoons because of weather changes
your spirits. Just go ahead and enjoy the and the associated dampness in the
monsoon showers without having anything environment. Dust mites and pollens also
to worry about, knowing well and resting tend to irritate the airways and cause them
assured that you have already taken the to tighten, making air exchange difficult and
necessary steps to stay in the pinkest of leading to breathlessness. The efficacy of
health, come what may. homeopathic medicines has been confirmed
by clinical studies.
So here is a list of health worries of
the season and the medication that we at Medication: A randomized double-blind
Dr Batra’s recommend to remain healthy trial conducted on patients with allergic
during the season: asthma showed that improvement appeared
within 1 week of starting homeopathic
Fungal infections: Fungal infections
treatment and persisted for up to 8 weeks.
are common during the monsoons because
A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
of constant dampness and the possibility
conducted in the University of Glasgow
of coming in contact with filthy water. The
showed that over 80% of asthmatic patients
moisture present in the environment helps
on Homeopathy showed improved results.
the fungi to grow and thrive, especially in
Amoebiasis: This is a very common

problem during the monsoons, as the
parasite Entamoeba histolytica, which is
responsible for it, tends to survive for
longer under warm and moist conditions.
It enters the body through contaminated
food or water and produces diarrhoea or
dysentery with blood and mucus.
Medication: Aloe Soc 30C is known to
be helpful to treat amoebiasis.
Gastroenteritis: Gastroenteritis is
a general term that refers to infections
(bacterial/viral) of the gastrointestinal
tract. It gives rise to several problems
such as stomachache, diarrhea and
vomiting, causing loss of body fluids that
in turn lead to dehydration. Children are
usually affected. Unhygienic surroundings,
contaminated water and food items, and
overcrowding are the known culprits.
Avoid eating at unhygienic places and
drink boiled water to keep gastrointestinal
infections at bay.

Medication: Arsenic Album 30C, 5 pills taken thrice daily can
help to treat diarrhoea or vomiting and to prevent further fluid loss
Do’s:
from the body. »» Maintain good personal hygiene and eat
Malaria: Malaria is an infectious disease that spreads through right.
the bite of mosquitoes. Since stagnant water and dampness favour »» Pollution of drinking water is common;
the breeding of mosquitoes, there is a rise in the number of malaria
therefore, always drink boiled water,
cases during the monsoons. Every year, there are approximately
more so during the monsoons.
350–500 million cases of malaria. Fever with chills followed by
sweating is characteristic of malarial fevers. These days, there are »» Keep your body hydrated by drinking
increased cases of chloroquine-resistant malaria. Malaria can be lots of water as dehydration surprisingly
prevented by taking precautions like avoiding marshy or stagnant- happens during the monsoons due to
water areas, wearing full sleeved clothes and using mosquito nets or the fact that people tend to drink less
mosquito repellents. water in this season owing to the high
Medication: Clinical studies have proved that the homeopathic levels of humidity around.
neem (Azadirachita Indica) preparation is effective for the reduction
»» Eat moderate quantities of light and
of malarial attacks in highly endemic areas for Plasmodium
warm food like brown rice, oats and
falciparum. Other medications on request.
wheat, all easily digestible.
Leptospirosis: Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that is
common during the rains in tropical countries like India. These »» Vegetables should be boiled properly
bacteria are carried by water contaminated by rat’s urine and and food should be cooked well.
faeces. Flooding after heavy rainfall helps to spread the bacteria »» Wash your hands and feet thoroughly
around. Human beings get infected by drinking contaminated water and pat them dry.
or when their eyes, nose, or any open wounds come in contact with
contaminated water. In humans, it causes a wide range of symptoms »» Sleep adequately in order to relax
similar to flu such as fever, headache, chills, nausea, vomiting, and physically and mentally. Your laundry
musculo-skeletal aches. In severe cases, it can cause jaundice and must be kept neat and clean.
lead to liver damage. »» Your clothes should be laundered and
Cuban medical researchers have successfully prevented the kept neat and tidy.
annual outbreak of Leptospirosis in Cuba among a population of 5
million people across two regions using Homeopathy in both 2007
and 2008. A population of 2.5 million was prescribed homeopathic
medicines that brought down the incidence of infection to less than
10 people with no fatalities. Earlier, conventional treatment of the
Don’ts:
population with a vaccine had yet resulted in thousands of infections »» Avoid eating at roadside stalls.
and a number of fatalities and that had cost the exchequer nearly
»» Eating spicy food can irritate the
USD 2 million. The homeopathic solution on the other hand cost
gastrointestinal tract and should
just USD 2,00,000, only 10% of the previous expenditure. This goes
to prove that homeopathic medicines are not just effective but are therefore be avoided.
cost-effective too. »» Similarly, chilled drinks and refrigerated
Medication: On request items should not be consumed as they
The monsoons wash away the pollution in the atmosphere to can trigger respiratory infections.
rejuvenate your entire being, enabling you to breathe in a whiff of »» Do not eat salads and raw vegetables as
fresh air, a rarity these days. Get healthy and stay healthy using the they carry germs that can give rise to
goodness and power of Homeopathy, a holistic healing science that many water borne diseases.
treats you and not just your disease by boosting your immunity.
»» Adequate rest to the body and the mind
With your defences strong, you can rejoice in the rains without
being concerned about diseases at the back of your mind. So, you is a must; so, do not overexert yourself
don’t need to stop yourself from walking or playing football in the or sleep less.
rain. Have a happy monsoon!

Low Fat Snacks It’s good to snack. Right type can help you
whittle down your waistline while keeping you
looking good. Here are two great recipes that
help. By Sharmila Chand
By the time the clock strikes 4 o’ clock, you feel peckish. Crave that little something
which will fill you up without filling you up. So how do you relish snacks without the fear of
a growing waistline? Dump the fried pakoras, instead try snacks that are baked and have
veggies that sustain you for longer. Experts say, low fat snacking helps to maintain energy
level, blood sugar level and appetite level. Certain low-fat snacks can control hunger pangs,
and keep you from taking second or third helpings at your next meal. As a result, you may
actually consume fewer calories by the time it’s dinnertime.
Check out the two recipes by 10ml Lemon juice it dry. Add the crushed pepper and
Mayank Kulshreshtha, Executive Method: squeeze the lemon juice.
Chef, ITC The Mughal, Agra * Place 3/4 cup vegetable mixture
* In a large mixing bowl, dissolve
on one side of each 6-inch circle of
Soya And Celery Calzone the yeast in the warm water. When the
dough. Fold the dough in half and
(Serves 4) water becomes frothy, stir in the olive
oil. Slowly add the flour, working into crimp the edges with a fork to be sure
Ingredients: the dough. Add the salt and sugar, and they are completely sealed. Place the
mix it well. calzones on a lightly greased baking
For the calzone sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
500gms Refined Flour * Place the dough on a lightly
floured surface and knead it for 2 to 3 Note: Celery is valuable in weight-
10gms Salt minutes. Shape it into a ball, place it loss diets, where it provides low-
100gms Sugar in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover with calorie fiber bulk. Celery contains
15gms Yeast damp towel. Put the dough in a warm androstenone, not androsterone.
place and let it rise for 30 minutes. Bergapten in the seeds can increase
10ml Olive Oil
photosensitivity, so the use of essential
100ml Water * Punch the dough down to deflate
oil externally in bright sunshine
it, and divide it into equal parts. On a
For the stuffing should be avoided. The oil and large
lightly floured surface, roll the pieces
100gms Soya nuggets doses of seeds should be avoided
into balls. With a rolling pin, roll each
minced during pregnancy: they can act as a
ball into a 6-inch circle.
uterine stimulant. Seeds intended for
10gms Celery * Preheat the oven to 325 F. cultivation are not suitable for eating as
10gms Leeks * Heat the oil over medium heat they are often treated with fungicides.
To taste Salt in a large pan and sauté the chopped There is a common belief that celery is
5gms Garlic garlic, leek and celery. Add salt to so difficult for humans to digest, that
extract water from the ingredients. it has negative calories because human
5gms Crushed black
Cook the minced soya in the pan digestion burns more calories than can
pepper
adding some more water and cook be extracted.

Beauty ETC
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• Pants that
brighten up grey
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Lee’s journey to
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expert
• Meghna Naidu’s
love affair with
her favourite
fragrance
• Beauty tips from
readers
Chunky Choker
Dress up a neutral hued outfit with a colourful stone studded
necklace; the bigger the stones, the better the style.

SHOP Titan Red Panda
Watch, Rs 3,200
Be trendy and support
a cause by picking this
timepiece. The Red Panda
watch from Titan–WWF
collection has dials that
bring alive the inspiration but
also spreads awareness about
endangered red pandas.
Bata Fashion Bag and Puma L.I.F.T. Racer,

Shoes, Rs 599 onwards Rs 2999 onwards
Be trendy by mixing and matching Have fun running in these
your bags and shoes that can be paired racers with Light Injected Foam
without looking too coordinated. Take Technology. It weighs only 173
your pick from colours like green, gms. Ergonomically designed for
yellow, fuchsia, silver, and more. the runner looking to get short
distances. They come in funky
colours and can be worn anywhere.
Tanishq Bhagwad Gita Pendant,

Price on request
Evoke your spiritual side with this world’s
smallest Bhagwad Gita inscripted in 24K gold on
a 1 cm sq tablet. The 22K pendant is available
in 6 variants. Professor Pawan Sinha of MIT
created this for Tanishq. You will need a 200X
microscope to read it though.
Nirvana Temptations Ring,

Rs 8000 onwards
Wear this unusual, yet classic
combination of white and black
diamond ring set in white gold to
make a contemporary statement.
Tommy Hilfiger Christy Titan Eye Plus Enigma

Watch, Rs 4,995 Collection, Rs 1,200
to 3,200
Make a bold colour
statement with your timepiece. Fun flirty way to wear
This bangle watch is an prescription spectacles. With 50
ideal accessory. It comes in feminine designs, you can take
enamel, and leather version in your pick from different colour
white, navy, pink, and orange schemes in pink, red, and purple
colours. with floral, polka dots, scroll
motifs.
Bold Coloured
Trousers
Brighten up grey days with season’s staple colourful
pants, wear it cropped, skinny, or rolled up.
E
xtend spring’s bright beautiful
hues to freshen up monsoon’s
humid days. Whether it’s zesty
orange and tangerine, purple, inky blue
or bold pink, stand out in a crowd with
some electrifying pants that will brighten
up any room. The twist this season
is colour clashing — team bold tones
such as orange, purple or fuschia with
eye-popping contrasting tops, bags and
shoes. Stop short of looking tacky by
wearing makeup that is toned down with
muted pink or shimmering beige. You
are set to face the rainy day.

Meet...
Creative Scissor Hands
From a humble
childhood to the status
of the most sought
after hair stylist in Asia,
this man’s invincible
determination overcame
all odds that came
in between him and
– to be an
his dream
outstanding hair stylist.
Today Rick Lee, Asia
Brand Ambassador,
Schwarzkopf
Professional is happy
at what he has achieved
–a
with his mettle
renown as a hair genius.
Just like how paintings are created favourite was one of the winners this
from scratch. From a plain canvas i.e. year- Ekta Chowdhry, the only one
Lee shares his vision to a normal hair-do, it can be transformed among the finalists who had short hair.
into something hip, stylish, trendy; all Very chic and confident.
raise the standards of with different techniques, cuts, and
Delivering my best…
hairdressing the world colours. I try to keep myself updated
I value my each and every client
over with Lipla Negi. and put best of my efforts in creating
new trends and styles.
and this is evident from my motto - We
consult; We conceptualize; We create.
Making the ends meet... Vacations are a source of My clients trust and have faith in me
My dad passed away when I was 15
inspiration… which I really appreciate. I always aim
I often get my inspirations from at finding the best design to best fit
years old. As mom was a single mom
holidays in different parts of the world; their features, that is the most current
since my sister and I were rather young,
and of course from my Schwarzkopf and trendy.
she used to wash dishes at restaurants
for a living to support us. There were Professional workshops and trips.
times when we ate only one meal a day, During vacations, it is everything from »» Me time: Cartoons, yoga and
which meant sharing one portion of food people to things to architecture and shopping
between mom and me. streets that inspire me in one or the
»» Styling Tip: Simple blow dry
other way. Once my inspiration kicks
Finding my path… in, I make sure I put it into action, as
and a touch up with OSiS
I decided to leave school at the styling products
good inspiration and ideas hardly do
age of 16 and decided to take up hair come by. »» My Favourites: Madonna,
styling to support the family. When I Victoria Beckham & Meg Ryan
was still training to be a hairstylist in
India calling...
»» Golden Rule: Watch, listen,
Hong Kong, I worked in restaurants, Indian beauties have got very sharp
learn, be creative and
fast food joints and pubs for a living, features, which is an advantage for them
innovative.
before I became a qualified hairstylist. to be able to carry off many different
hairstyles. The experience of working »» What’s next: To have my very
Learning the ropes… with the Femina Miss India Finalist was own international hair shows
I feel hairstyling itself is an art. exciting and interesting. My personal

My Notes...
Heady
Scen(t)sations
F
or me the fragrance that you choose
defines you and your moment.
They are not just to smell well in
good company, but an essential
tool to keep you feeling fresh and confident
throughout the day. I like to smell good all
the time. But I am not very stuck to one
brand or type of scent. I like versatility as
different perfumes on different occasion
reflect my moods and emotions for that
particular event or situation. Anyways I tend
to get very bored with the same perfume day
in and day out, so I like to change, and keep
changing.
I don’t really buy scents myself; they are
most often gifts from friends and family. Since
brand loyalty is not an issue with me so I
have about 15 to 20 bottle of fragrances from
different brands at a time. I love the ritual of
matching my scent with my mood for the day
or even for the moment. Right now I am using
Mont Blanc, DKNY and Euphoria by Calvin
Klein. In fact, I also love men’s scents.
There’s something so sensual about using a
manly perfume. It shows a different side to
you. My current favourites are Sculpture,
Dunhill Desire and Hugo Boss.
While I am not loyal to one perfume, but
there is one fragrance that I am really hooked
on. There is this scent that’s really got me
Actress Meghna Naidu describes her relationship with
the perfume bottles on her dresser.
rocking. It was a scent that someone else was wearing at a party I had been
to. I was sitting next to this girl, and she smelt heavenly. I knew it was a
perfume that was so me. The fragrance was green, fresh and floral – a true
scent of femininity for me. I couldn’t resist it and asked her what she was
wearing. She obliged and told me that it was Euphoria by Calvin Klein.
And I was in love with the scent, the name, and the significance of the
blend. It so defined my state of being. My heart was set on it. In fact I even
mentioned it once or twice to my boyfriend. While the scent remained in
my head, I forgot about buying it. So I was really over the moon when my
boyfriend gifted me the perfume after his return from his travels. I knew
then that Euphoria is one scent that will be with me for keeps.
As told to Gayatri T Rao

August 2009
BeautyScope
BY ANU TAYAL
Connect with me at: e - anu.tayal@gmail.com
ARIES TAURUS GEMINI CANCER

You might find yourself dreaming Before venturing into any project A decision will be taken Circumstances are turning in
about the future excessively. take advice from an intelligent in your favour. All your your favour. Get ready to give
Success will depend on reaching a professional. Analytical approach desire for growth and your home, your car, or even
determined and focused decision. will help you achieve success luxury will be fulfilled. A yourself a makeover. Spend
If you are single, get ready to be you are looking for. Take control female friend will play an money wisely and save for
attracted by someone or attract of your diet and manage your important role in your life the future. You might indulge
some attention. Unexpected minor stress and anger as health will get in this phase. Travel is on yourself in some athletic
problems can come up. Connect weaker if not taken care of. Go the the cards. Invest in some aerobic activity. Take advice
with inner self, and try out nature’s way for looking after your good beauty products and for your beauty queries from an
spiritual therapies that will benefit hair with natural ingredients like use them wisely for long experienced person or a beauty
your tired mind and body. Regain aritha, amla, and shikakai. term benefit. professional.
your aura.
Lucky number: 4 Lucky number: 9 Lucky number: 2
Lucky number: 6 Lucky colour: Blue Lucky colour: White Lucky colour: Green
Lucky colour: Green
LEO VIRGO LIBRA SCORPIO

Finances are taking a turn Get ready to experience some A family member may try to act You will face some frustrating
in your favour. You will feel exciting events in your life. Pending in a diplomatic manner regarding delays in your plans. Be ready
energized with some good problems will get solved as you use money. Just be careful. Health to sting if somebody close
news. You might learn a new your sharp thinking and reasoning looks fine. You might indulge tries to act smart or sneaky.
skill in your office or at home. capabilities. Your spouse might act yourself in some latest luxury You will give your workmates
Pending legal aspects will be a bit secretive. Promotion and good product. Travel will please you. a tough time. You might learn
decided in your favour. Take a health are expected. Go out with a Seek expert opinion to deal with a new language or update your
break from your social circuit close friend for some heart to heart your beauty issues. Try out computer skills. Try out some
and spend time alone with talk to get back your inner calm. some traditional beauty recipes new make up tips with shades
yourself. Pamper with a spa Take up dancing or yoga to balance to pamper yourself. you have never tried.
therapy. your inner being.
Lucky number: 1 Lucky number: 3
Lucky number: 9 Lucky number: 4 Lucky colour: Blue Lucky colour: Earthy neutrals
Lucky colour: Yellow Lucky colour: Gold
SAGITTARIUS CAPRICORN AQUARIUS PISCES

You will have to be patient and It’s time you need to some A person will soon give you some You will be working hard on a
keep trying out new solutions immediate decisions regarding irresistible offers which will seem project which can leave you a
to solve some old problems. old issues. You will have to hard to refuse. But you will need bit lonely, as you get no time for
Good times will come but after be bold and drastic to solve to verify all the details and check friends. But your patient work
testing your patience. Your existing crisis. Seek professional the loopholes before making any will soon get you just rewards.
spouse or partner will be in a assistance to get good results. commitment. Don’t lose your You might have a tough time
romantic mood. Go to a hair You will get full support from head over these offers. Good time with your boss explaining him/
styling expert to get a new your spouse. You might have to to start or revive romance in your her your point of view. Health
hair colour and cut. deal with ennui, and depressive life. Time update your makeup kit, looks fine. There was a time
mood. Have an optimistic and beauty regime. Throw away when people appreciated certain
attitude towards life. Give your outdated beauty products. traits in your character, which
Lucky number: 8 yourself a break from hustle Pick trendy colour and some you lost as you grew up; revive
Lucky colour: Purple bustle of urban life. Try out a new creams and potions. Try those again. Time to search your
resort or a nature spa to de- something that you have never soul, and dig out good lessons
stress yourself. tried before. from the past.
Lucky number: 10 Lucky number: 1 Lucky number: 8

Lucky colour: Silver Lucky colour: Blue Lucky trinket: Yellow

Tips From You…
To create fuller lashes, first apply a light
brush of loose powder on clean lashes with
an eye shadow brush then apply a coat of
mascara and if needed, repeat the loose
powder and another coat of mascara. You
Tip
can avoid the clogging of your mascara by
wiggling the mascara wand from side to side,
while pulling it on your lashes.
By Poornima Sharma, Call Centre
Executive, Mumbai.
One thing I never forget to do before going off

to bed is cleansing my face, and to do the same I do
the following stuff, I take one tablespoon of fresh
milk that’s not been boiled, dip a small pad of cot-
Tip
ton wool in this and rub it on the face gently. Using
circular movements and then leave this on for 15
Best skin, hair, makeup, health, minutes. Wash it off with cold water and see the dif-
ference. I find it very helpful and refreshing. Great
diet, and fashion tricks and secrets way to take away tan and fine lines.
for you from BEAUTY readers By Sneha Bajaj, Lawyer, Delhi.
The shampoos that we get in the mar-

If you are in a rush and no time ket do not suit me, so I make my shampoo
to touch up your roots, here’s quick at home, which has proved very helpful for
cover up. Take a thick black kajal stick me. I mix equal amounts of dried reetha,
and run it over your roots, then comb shikakai and amla into one liter water.
lightly. Alternately you can also use Keep it for few hours and boil them. After
Tip your regular black mascara to brush at

the roots to hide the grey temporarily.
cooling strain and use as a shampoo. This
remedy makes my hair very soft and shiny.
By Lakshmi Rao, Home Maker,
Mumbai. Tip By Mamta Sharma, Home Maker,
Jaipur.
Tired of using the same old lipstick

When buying wide legged pants make
shades? Don’t like the hues of the lipsticks
you have recently bought? Then here’s
a trick you can try. First apply the dark
sure the hem of the pants is just an inch
above the ground. Wear it with block
Tip
heeled peep toe shoes. The hem of the pant
shade on your lips then take the lighter
should cover most of your shoe to get a
hue on a brush and put it over the dark
slim long silhouette. Make sure to pair the
colour. you will get a completely new
shade. You can also blend a beige lipstick
over the dark shade to get a softer tone.
Tip pants with a nicely fitted shirt or a top. This
is a good combo to wear to work.
By Shahana Rao, IT Professional,
By Varsha Bhatkar, Freelance Coun-
Bangalore
sellor, Mumbai.
For easy evening look go with My busy schedule does not leave me
the dramatic eye look. I like to use any time to pamper my skin with beauty
grey instead of black or mix two products. So I always look for easy way out
hues on the lids. I apply two coats with beauty things that will serve more than
of mascara for intensity, and a
highlighter pencil on the brow bone Tip one purpose. I use the juices of lemon and
tomatoes on my face. They work not just as
Tip to enhance the eyes. Finish the look
with a nice lip gloss.
By Sarika Chhawal, Senior
skin toner, but also act as a bleaching agent
giving my skin a natural glow.
By Pooja Dutt, Banking Professional,
Management Associate, PR Firm,
Delhi
Mumbai
Have beauty, style, health, and diet secrets to share? Write to us at tips@beautyindia.in,
tips.beautymagazine@gmail.com

On My Mind...
Once upon a time Hollywood diva Julia
Roberts emerged in public with unshaven un-
derarms, and raised a fashion furore. Some self
righteous souls condemned her for her unfemi-
nine, crude behaviour, and others praised her for
her expression of freedom. While there’s nothing
really unfeminine about body hair – after all we
are supposed to by law of nature have body hair
– but it does look a bit untidy in today’s sense of
being groomed.
Body hair really does no harm, yet we like to
take it off simply because of the sensorial plea-
sure it provides. I remember the first time I tried
waxing. It was not a professional job, I was too
shy for that. I had just come out of school, and wanted to look grown
up as I entered college. I had my eyebrows done for the first time.
I was thrilled to bits. Loved the way my face opened up, and I lost
some of my teenage girlishness.
But I did not have the guts to ask for a waxing service at the salon.
Laser was still a new technology those days, and definitely not for first
timers like me. So I caught hold of my best friend and rushed home
with sugar, lemon, and honey; and cooked up my own wax at home –
a recipe that I had seen my mother make. I remember giggling ner-
vously as I cut strips of cloth for waxing. Then the searing pain as my
friend applied and yanked out the hair from the roots. Tears sprang to
my eyes, but my friend did not give, she carried on despite my protes-
tation. I promised never to be her friend again as long as I lived. After
an hour of scraping and pulling, the deed was done.
Then the next day as I headed for college, I was feeling all smooth,
groomed, and definitely grown up. It marked a rite of passage for me.
Since then till now, it hasn’t changed. The pain is definitely there but
less, the apprehension of the first touch of wax on skin, and the sense
of freedom as I walk out of the salon.
priyanka@beautyindia.in

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»» Take ground dry orange and lemon peels,

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Love your hair texture soft layering techniques inside. Along