REALITY BITES : LIVING ALONE

HEY GUYS, 

It’s me Prachi here with a new blog on living alone: Reality v/s Expectation. Being independent and doing things on your own may seem very interesting in the beginning but as days pass your schedule turns upside down. As we know a coin has two faces, same goes for this situation too. So, without much talking let’s begin…

PROS: 

1. Living alone is a completely new thing which makes you experienced and self-sufficient /independent. 

2. You learn to wake up and sleep at right time because you are alone but there are a bunch of household chores. (well this can be both pros & cons) 

3. You get plenty of time for doing things you like the most. (a little self-exploration is always good) 

4. You can roam about freely, even without clothes…. within the four walls of course!!! 

5. You can dance like no one’s watching…literally. 

6. You miss your family more and get fonder of them…. unless you really hate them. 

CONS: 

1. Everything is so expensive.  

2. You can’t watch scary movies.  

3. Your new besties are emergency medicines, anti-creepy crawlies spray, torch and a stash of cash, preferably in low denominations. 

4. You realise that the refrigerator does not refill itself. 

5. Forgetting to take out the trash for a day results in a smell that no air freshener can combat. 

6. Things don’t automatically travel back to where they are supposed to be kept. 

7. Shopping for your favourite food is great fun but consuming them before getting spoilt is the real challenge. 

8. Staying alone can be tiresome and hectic at times. 

Living all alone doing up so much stuff may be a whole new zone, you may face difficulty at times. But that’s what life is. It’s always about challenges and overcoming those hurdles that makes you better day by day. Hope you enjoyed reading, stay tuned for more blogs… 

CIAO!!!

MONSOON SKIN AND HAIR CARE TIPS

HEY GUYS,

It’s me Prachi here and I am back with some more self-care tips for both men & women this monsoon.

So people the rainy season has begun throughout the country and don’t we all love that fresh and refreshing showers after such hot summer days. The only problem is that, with the onset of monsoon comes hair and skin related issues. But not to worry this time because here I am with some tips and tricks that will be beneficial for you so that you can enjoy this lovely weather without any worries. Without further a-do let’s begin…

 

SKINCARE

For people with oily skin –

•   Regularly washing your face with water or oil removal facewash 2 to 3 times a day will make you feel fresh and remove excess oil that accumulates in the T-zone of the face. Some facewash for oily skin type are Neutrogena deep clean facial cleanser, WOW apple cider vinegar foaming facewash, Nivea milk delight facewash, Himalaya herbal oil clear facewash etc.
•  Scrubbing is best for oily skin to cleanse the pores. Biotique bio walnut scrub, Nivea skin refining scrub, MCaffeine coffee face scrub, Khadi natural face scrub are some amazing products.
•   A myth prevails that during rainy season the skin is already damp so you need not moisturize it but it’s not true. Humidity too can affect skin and hence it advised to apply moisturizer daily. For oily skin water-based moisturizers are best. Mama earth oil-free face moisturizer, Lakme absolute skin gloss gel, Ponds super light gel oil free moisturizer are some products you can use.
•  Good sunscreen is a must. Even though the weather is cloudy, harmful UV rays can still harm your skin. Try to buy sunscreen with SPF 30 and above. Plum grapeseed &sea buckthorn light sunscreen, Mama earth hydrogel, Lakme sun expert ultra-matte, Lotus herbals safe sun are some good sunscreen products for people with oily skin.
•  Acne breakouts are very common during monsoon. Try not to prick your pimple as it can spread to other areas too. I would suggest you to avoid touching them also. Use salicylic acid-based products for reducing acnes and lesions.

For people with dry skin –

•  The humid weather is good for people with dry skin but they should keep exfoliating their skin so that it doesn’t look dull. Mild facewash and scrubs are suggested and try to gently exfoliate or scrub. Biotique bio honey gel facewash, Plum hello aloe facewash, Everyuth Naturals moisturizing fruit facewash, Pears ultra-mild facewash are some products that you can use.
•   People may have dry white patches so intense moisturization is required. I personally prefer Nivea soft moisturizer are best for people with dry skin. Other moisturizers that you can use are Plum green tea moisturizer, Cetaphil daily advance hydrating lotion, Lakme 9 to 5 aloe aqua gel, etc.
• Keeping skin hydrated makes it look fresh so try to use hydrating serums and other hydrating products. Also take care of your skin’s pH.

 

SKINCARE ROUTINE PROTIPS –

·       Minimal use of makeup during rainy season is good. Allow your skin to breathe.

·       Moisturize your skin properly. Aloe vera gel is suited for all skin types.

·       The skin around eyes are sensitive so that need more care. Apply under eye gel or serum for better results.

·       While thinking about our skin we often forget about lip care. Scrubbing lips to remove dead skin help in preventing chapped lips. Also apply lip balm/gloss for keeping them shiny and plump.

·       Use products only according to your skin type.

·       Don’t skip toner as it helps in shrinking open pores. Try to use alcohol free toners.

·       Always remove your makeup before going to bed. Use mild facewash and then apply rosewater at night before going to bed. It helps your skin by hydrating it.

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HAIRCARE

 

We all know that during rain our hair gets affected the most. They turn dull and get all frizzy. The three evils during monsoon are dandruff, oily scalp and hair fall. Nobody likes hair fall but the dandruff during this time causes itching and hence hair fall. Due to oily scalp the dirt sticks easily which makes our hair dirty so frequently. Also never use towel to dry your damp hair else they will turn frizzy, let them dry on their own it won’t take much time.

 

HAIRCARE PROTIPS –

• Always and always wash your hair after getting drenched as it may cause the growth of lice in your hair. Hair wash 2 times a week is suggested.
• Use wide toothed comb for detangling hair. It will help in reducing hair fall. Never brush wet hair, allow them to dry naturally then only comb.
• Try to use hair dryers as less as possible for their regular use may cause split ends.
• Use gentle and paraben free shampoo. You can use Himalaya gentle daily care shampoo, Mama earth argan oil shampoo, Sunsilk coconut water and aloe vera shampoo, Tresemme botanique nourish shampoo etc. I would personally suggest Bare Anatomy’s personalized shampoo, conditioner and serum. They are made particularly according to your hair type.
• Conditioner is a must in rainy season. Also use serum to avoid frizz.
• While oiling, take in concern that you don’t rigorously massage as it will cause more hair fall.
• Use less oil and massage it through the scalp with the help of your fingertips. You can add vitamin E capsules to the oil according to the length of your hair. (1= for short to medium hair & 2 = long hair)

 

 

Hope you all liked it and that it would have been of some help to you all. Do leave feedback in the comment section. Till then stay tuned for more such blogs…

CIAO!!!