Sabeen Farhan

1. The Olive Oil Hair Treatment Olive oil isn’t just for cooking — it’s great for your hair, too! Olive oil has been proven to give hair a healthy sheen, help to repair split ends, and reduce frizz. To give your hair a conditioning treatment, massage about 2 tablespoons of olive oil into your hair and scalp. The amount you’ll use should vary depending on the length and thickness of your hair. And remember to massage it in well – the massaging feels really nice on your scalp, but is also important to the treatment, as massage stimulates helps promote a healthy scalp. Next, take a warm, damp towel and wrap it around your head and treated hair (“turban” it). Leave it on for about 30-45 minutes. This allows the olive oil to work into your hair to have the full effect. Finally, rinse out the olive oil with shampoo. This might take a few shampoo - ings (when I tried it, it took 2 rounds.) Give your hair further rest by allowing it to air dry, if you have the time. Then say hello ...

Raspberry Tea Health Benefits Raspberry tea is also known as "women's tea" because of its strong support for reproductive health. But men and children also derive benefits from it. It is a caffeine-free beverage that's healthier for kids than soda, and men whose bodies have cut down on testosterone production can drink it to help aid adrenal gland performance. Something not commonly known is that the leaves, roots, and bark of the raspberry plant are also filled with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants which are particularly useful for addressing women's health issues. There are also a lot of other positive aspects to drinking raspberry tea which can include everything from protection against issues like heart disease to improving the health condition of your hair and skin. A cup of raspberry tea is loaded with iron, potassium, calcium, vitamins A, C, and E, and pectin. It is a natural antibacterial agent, as well as an astringent which helps to cleanse y...

Simple Deep-Cleansing Skin Facials There's no need to run to the local beauty store and spend a fortune on expensive cosmetics to have a healthy skin condition. Use the following 6 simple deep-cleansing skin facials to get rid of dead skin cells and sebum excess.  Regardless of your complexion type, you'll be able to enjoy the benefits of the following 6 simple deep-cleansing skin facials. Get hold of the basic ingredients from your kitchen or the grocery store and prepare natural treatments to keep acne and the damages caused by dehydration at bay. Read through the instructions and choose the facial recipe which suits your beauty skills and budget. 1. Turmeric Powder and Orange Juice Facial Eliminate dead skin cells from the depth of your pores with this simple treatment. In a bowl mix 2 tbs of turmeric powder with 1 tbs of orange juice. Massage the paste into your skin for 4-5 minutes. Then leave the facial on for 10 minutes and finally rinse it off with cold water. In ...

Aspirin and Lemon Juice for Flawless Skin Aspirin and Lemon Juice concoction is great for your complexion because the aspirin contains salicylic acid which acts like a chemical peel and the lemon juice has Vitamin C which helps minimize sun damage.Aspirin also known as acetyl salicylic acid is available in the following brands in India. Disprin, aspicot,Colsprin, ecosprin. Ingre dients you will need to make this mask: 1.6 non-coated aspirins(acetyl salicylic acid) tablets 2.Fresh lemon juice 3.Baking soda Mash up non-coated aspirins and combine with freshly squeezed lemon juice.Let the aspirin dissolve until it turns into a paste.Apply the mask to your skin and leave it on for 10 minutes.Remove the face mask by dipping a cotton round in some baking soda and some water. Apply this mask once a week.Not recommended for sensitive skin. Might be too drying.If the paste is flaking off your face,adding a teaspoon of honey or olive oil or aloe vera gel will help bind the mixture together...

Homemade Facial Toners Facial toners are said to offer multiple benefits when it comes to improving the way your skin looks. However, good conventional facial toners often come with a hefty price tag. Homemade facial toners, on the other hand, can be an affordable and easy eco friendly option anyone can try. Take a look at some simple facial toner recipes and choose the best one  for your skin type. Cucumber facial toner. Blend two small cucumbers with half a cup of natural apple juice in the food processor. Apply the mixture on the face leaving it for 15 minutes, then rinse using lukewarm water. For a more refreshing and nourishing sensation you can also try mixing a small cucumber with 1 tablespoon milk and 2 tablespoons finely chopped mint until they get smooth. It is recommended that you use it immediately, yet keeping the mixture in a cool dark place can expand its lifespan. Rosewater toner. You will need about 2 cups of fresh rose petals, 2 cups of distilled water, a...

Lighten and Brighten with a Milk Mask Mix 1 tbsp. of powdered milk with 1 tbsp. of honey in a small bowl. Add 1 tbsp. of lemon juice and 1/2 tbsp. of almond oil to the mixture. Use clean fingers to apply all over the face. Leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Splash your face with cold water or rub with an ice cube to seal the pores shut. Cucumber and Lime Take a whole cucumber and mash it with a mallet or press down on it with a plate to make it as mushy inside the skin as possible. Cut part of the skin off and squeeze the juice from the cucumber into a small bowl. Add lime juice. You need about 2 tbsp. of cucumber juice and 1 tbsp. of lime juice. Apply the mixture to your face with clean fingers. Leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water and seal your pores with a splash of cold water or an ice cube.

Use a juicer to extract 1/2 cup of raw lemon juice. Take a cotton ball and apply the lemon juice directly to your acne scars and other pigmentation marks on your face. Let the juice sink into your skin and repeat this process until all the juice is gone. When the juice is dry apply a thin layer of raw honey all over your face. Apply an additional coating  of honey directly on the scars and allow these ingredients to sink in for thirty minutes. Wash your face thoroughly with a mild cleanser. Repeat this treatment twice weekly until your scars disappear.