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Black Pepper to cover Gray Hair {Reader’s Tip}

Swathy · May 25, 2012 · 20 Comments

I received this comment which I thought would be particularly helpful for everyone struggling with gray hairs instead of resorting to hair colors.

“I don’t have hair loss problem but my hair is dry and has lots of gray hair. I am applying yogurt mixed with black pepper thrice a week started this week. This is helpful to cover grey hair and my hair had become soft and looking darker.”

Thanks a lot to the person who has dropped in this comment 🙂

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Natural Homemade Bleach {Reader’s Tip}

Swathy · May 23, 2012 · 9 Comments

This was submitted by a reader as a part of my currently going on giveaway. Don’t forget to check it out!!! Also, I received a reader’s query regarding bleach being harmful or useful to skin. So, hope this tip helps you.

“Take 1 carrot, 1/2 tomato pulp, some coriander, 1/2 lemon juice. puree whole stuff. apply on face, neck even arms for 15 mints. wash off with water.“

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Rose Water with EO twist {DIY}

Swathy · May 7, 2012 · 26 Comments

I did a post recently on how I use essential oils. In that, I had mentioned about a DIY toner which I am currently using. So, let’s check out the recipe for it. Again, the heart and soul of the toner is use of EO’s.

yes, it went milky when I added the EO’s

Ingredients

100 ml rose water (I used Patanjali Rose Water)
10 drops ylang ylang
10 drops lavender
5 drops neroli
7 drops frankincense
7 drops patchouli

Method: Mix all of them store in a spray bottle. Shake before using.

How to use?

I use 10 sprays at a time and mostly I use it at night. I collect the product in my palm and then apply it to the face. Then, I nicely slap my face 😀 Ok, pat the face gently so that the toner is absorbed well. And, voila, I am done!! It moisturises my skin so well and my skin looks really dewy. A perfect one for the hot summers when I hate applying moisturiser to my face coz I feel hot and also, my skin gets oily by morning. But, with this, my skin remains just dewy, glowy and plumped in the morning. And, I am so loving this. Btw, it smells really amazing!!!

What do you think?