Wednesday 31 October 2012

MAGICAL ALOE

Hey beautiful people!

Now since Diwali is just around the corner...we all are concentarting on cleaning our homes...right? But what we all are ignoring is our skin.... Imagine your house sparkling clean but your skin dull... I know that this cleaning and all takes all the time and leaves us tired ...but this does not mean that we can let our skin be lifeless...after all diwali means all things sparkle and bright and clean...Including your skin. So today, I am sharing with you all super easy and quick tips so that you glow like a diya.

I will be sharing the mirracles of the magical aloe for our well being. Now this plant is really cheap and easy to find and its gel does wonders for your skin, hair and body.This gel has vast range of Vitamins (including Vitamin E –which is very important for skin), Minerals, Amino Acids & Enzymes. Aloe is weirdly a close match to our Skin’s pH balance. Therefore, it is able to moisturize and heal Skin fast.




ALOE FOR SKIN

Suitable for all skin types, aloe vera gel can be used even by people with sensitive skin. Let`s take a look at the benefits of using aloe vera gel to treat skin conditions.

1. Aloe vera gel is great for moisturizing.

For women: Popularly used as a moisturizer by women who use mineral make-up regularly, aloe vera gel is great for face. Applying aloe vera gel on skin prior to application of make-up can prevent the skin from drying.

For men: Aloe vera gel can be used as an aftershave. Its healing properties can treat small cuts caused by shaving.

2. Aloe vera gel is great for treating acne.

Aloe vera gel has antimicrobial properties that kill bacteria and anti-inflammatory properties that reduce skin inflammation. It allows the skin to heal quickly and naturally with minimal scarring. Aloe is moisturizing but doesn`t give skin a greasy feel, so it`s perfect for anyone with an oily complexion.




3. Aloe vera helps fight common problems of skin aging.

Let`s face it: as we get older, everyone begins to worry about the appearance of lines and the loss of elasticity in our skin. The vitamin C and E present in aloe gel can improve our skin`s natural firmness and keep our skin hydrated.

4. Aloe vera can lessen the visibility of stretch marks.

Whether due to a growth spurt, weight change, or pregnancy - many of us are plagued with unsightly stretch marks. These marks appear due to minor tears in the layers of the skin caused by sudden and excessive stretching. Aloe vera gel can help hide these stretch marks by healing these wounds.

5. Aloe vera can be used to treat sunburn.

Aloe vera gel can reduce the pain and swelling you experience during sunburn. It acts as a protective layer on the skin and helps replenish its moisture. When the skin is hydrated, then it will recover faster from the sunburn.


ALOE FACE PACK: Mix together aloe gel, egg white, curd, lemon juice and a pinch of turmeric and blend well. Apply the mixture all over your face and neck or over your entire body. Leave it for 15 mins and wash with cold water. You will get a fresh, younger, dewy and glowy skin in minutes. If you want to thicken the face pack then you can add besan/multani mitti/sandalwood powder etc to your mask.

ALOE FOR HAIR

Aloe vera gel is great for hair and gives your hair shine along with health. Apart from that it also contains enzymes that are involved in hair growth.




It also stops and prevents hair fall.

ALOE HAIR PACK : Mix together aloe gel, 1 egg, curd, glycerine, and olive oil in a blender. Massage this mixture into your hair from roots to the tip. Wear your shower cap and let it sit for around 30 mins before washing and conditioning your hair.

ALOE VERA FOR WEIGHT LOSS: Yes you read it right, aloe vera gel/ juice taken daily helps reduce weight and also to detoxify your body.




There is no doubt about the fact that Aloe Vera was called as the ‘plant of immortality’ years ago by the Egyptians. Cleopatra swore by the use of Aloe Vera and considered it as the secret to her beauty. Today, this plant is used by people worldwide for a variety of uses right from treating health disorders like insomnia to hair treatment like baldness.

Aloe Vera oil, lotion, gel, cream, body wash, juice, body lotion, shampoo..the list is endless. Aloe Vera has evolved over the years and will continue to do so.



                                                                       MUCH LOVE


                                                                      AAKANKSHA
(all images vis google)

Tuesday 9 October 2012

Trend: HAIRBANDS

                                 Jo Jo Embellished Aliceband,  Forever New
                                                                                  
 

                                                        Sparkling Beaded Headband, F21

Faux leapord print headband
Forever new

                                                         Studded Bow Headband,F21


Pearlescent beaded bow headband
F21

                                    
                                                                              ZARA

                                                               LEAVES AND CRYSTAL BEADS METAL HAIRBAND
                                                                                            zara
                                                     LEAVES AND CRYSTAL BEADS METAL HAIRBAND
                                                                                              ZARA
Go shop the trend girls!!!!!


                                                                   MUCH LOVE


                                                                  AAKANKSHA

ALIA AND HER HAIR-BANDS

Hola world,
With promotions of Student Of The Year on a full swing, the leading lady of the movie Alia Bhatt is the new talk of the town...Her saratorial choices for the promotions are very young...from short skirts to dresses..  everything has been much talked about. But what has not been much noticed is her head accessory-her hair bands. From simple to cutesy bows to super smbellished ones...she has donned them all...have a look.








 
What do you all think...?? Will you wear your hairbands this winter??
 
 
MUCH LOVE
 
 
AAKANKSHA


(ALL IMAGES VIA GOOGLE)

Saturday 6 October 2012

MAYBELLINE COLOSSAL KAJAL

Hola World!!
Here I am revewing the Maybelline Colossal kajal...
Well this is quite a nice product and I really like it and have already used 2-3 of these...
 
 
Packaging:
 The packaging is bright yellow...not too bad.. plus its bright color helps you find it inside your bag easily.
Rating: 3/5

 
                                                                           Price: Rs.150/-


 
Pros:
It really is smudge proof.
Stays on the whole day.
Inexpensive.
Really dark.Love the smoky effect it gives.

 
Cons:

                         Quantity is too less. I use it daily and lasts me for around 1.5month                 
                              .But for such a nice product I dont mind buying another.

Ratings:4/5
Recommendation: Yes


                                                         MUCH LOVE

                                                       AAKANKSHA

ASOS- THE PARTY CHIC LOOK

Hola people,
 
With studs, spikes, gold,black and shiny being in Vogue again,....asos has got what all we want to rock the party look...
Have a look....
 
 
ASOS Premium Spider Jewel & Spike Necklace
 
 
Just Female leather T-shirt
 
 
River Island wrap around watch

ASOS multi zip horse clutch
 
 
American Apparel Shiny Mini Skirt

ASOS POWER studded platforms

Go to your next party jazzed up in ASOS.....studs, spikes and shine will surely turn many a heads turn.


                                                                     MUCH LOVE

                                                                    AAKANKSHA



(P.S.  all images via http://www.asos.com/ )
 

Thursday 4 October 2012

GLAM OBSESSION

Hey all!
Here I am introducing to you all an online store GLAM OBSESSION retailing in fashion accsesories and home decor stuff. Now almost all girls have this weakness for fashion and home accesories and we do actually think that these things are an investment...right... hehe... Now this store is an initiative of a friend who has a keen interest in all decor and fashion....and being a new store she aint getting much response....Help her grow friends....this is my bit to help her....you can support her by liking her facebook page and shopping from her store.... Do your bit guys...
Here I am showcasing some of her items...have a look....

Isn't this gorgeous.





how adorable is this 25 paisa coin ring


stunning hand cuff





Vintage love


Already got this!!!




multi-purpose





Got this too!!

Here is the link: http://www.facebook.com/pages/GLAM-OBSESSION/130747043738454

Support her and help the store grow!!!!!


MUCH LOVE

AAKANKSHA