I am a big fan of Organic Face Mists, especially because of their multipurpose use. And when it’s summer, they are literally my go to skin care. These facial mists work excellently as toners. They tighten up the pores, prep my skin for moisturizer, and keep me hydrated. I love to use them in my face mask too. And what makes them special is that whenever my skin feels rough, dull, and lifeless in the heat, I spritz some mist and instantly feel rejuvenated.

I have tried sooooo many mists over the years. Not all of them turned out as effective as I expected. But there are five facial mists who are my absolute favorites and most importantly, they work wonderfully on my skin.  

•     Kama Ayurveda Pure Rose Water

Full review HERE.

•     Juicy Chemistry Lavender Water
•     Forest Essentials Facial Tonic Mist – Panchpushp
•     Kama Ayurveda Pure Mogra Water
•     Kama Ayurveda Vetiver Water

Every single facial mist mentioned above are amazingly beneficial for skin. They maintain the skin’s natural ph balance, excellent for calming an inflamed skin. If you are prone to acne or heat rashes, these mists will come really handy. 

While Rose Water has antibacterial properties, Vetiver Water clarifies and tightens the skin. Lavender Water is anti-inflammatory and Mogra Water cleanses the pores and soothes the mind. 

Lastly, Panchpushp Water is extremely hydrating and provides a cooling sensation to the skin which is what we look for in the Summers, isn’t it!

So, keeping a travel friendly bottle in your purse is an excellent solution to beat the heat when you are outside.

What are you waiting for! Spritz some cooling mists, relax yourself, and stay fresh in the Summer.

Cheers!!!

Happy Living…

Hello everyone, it’s been a while. Frankly, energy seems to be going a little low on fuel because summer heat and high humidity are in action.

I don’t know how your skin and hair are handling the situation; but my skin is angry on me and so was my hair till I found a one-stop solution.

The Tribe Concepts 90 Day Miracle Oil

Being a fine hair owner, my struggle is real. Moreover, last year, I moved to a new city and both my skin and hair started acting weird. I was not used to the heat and humidity for a loooong time. Pfff… My hair started falling more as the weather became dry, humid, and dusty all of a sudden. 

Just imagine the mess!!!

Till now, I have been using various oils, homemade packs which were somewhat working. But the new weather took a toll on my skin and hair. Nothing seemed to be working. And there’s stress and monumental work of moving to a new place which again were an added bonus (mess).

So… obviously I panicked and started researching again. It took some time. And, finally, when I found this oil, the first thing that caught my eyes are the ingredients list.

I was hooked.

I gave it a try without a delay. One week, 2 weeks, a whole month, there was no improvement. But then… Just after 1 month, I could see so many baby hair on my scalp. It was just like a sweet dream, too good to be true. Time went on and gradually, my hair fall had reduced, a lot. The ends of my hair used to be so dull and dry before, but now they are soft. I can notice a visible shine and a natural bounce on my hair which were never there before.

Moral of the story: It is indeed a miracle oil (at least, for me).

And why won’t it be?

Just look at the ingredients.

• Extra Virgin Black Sesame Oil
• Tunga Musta
• Sun Dried Hibiscus
• Indian Gooseberry (Amla) Extract
• Bringraj
• Kachuralu
• Bavanchalu
• Fenugreek
• Sun Dried Curry Leaves.

Amazing, isn’t it!

One of the awesome things about this brand is that they are so transparent about their ingredients. This oil is chemical free, vegan, cruelty free, sustainable, all natural, and it comes in a glass bottle. All good things in one pot. 

It works great on post postpartum hair-loss, some forms of alopecia, and another interesting thing, you can use this on your kid’s baby hair too.

The ‘miracle oil’ name seems to be justifying, right!

Don’t think twice, try it once.

You can buy the oil from HERE 

Cheers!

Happy Living…

Summer season is ruling the house again. The rough wind, the heat waves, the sweat, and the irritation are back. Right now, our life is already hectic and stressful in the middle of a pandemic. We need to be extra careful in every step. And alongside that, we need to take special care of our well-being in this season.

Once the temperature rises outside, our body tries to find the most effective and instant solution- Cold beverages. That may give relief to your thirst for the moment, but your body still needs sufficient nutrients to function its best.

You see, Indian cuisines are crafted and curated by intelligent and experienced brains. It is perfect for our body, mind, and soul and so compatible according to our tropical seasons.

Whenever I have searched for any balanced diet on the internet, many things have popped up. But I have found very few of them sustainable. They are not easily accessible, super expensive, and they do not go very well with the kind of weather condition we have.

Today, we are talking about some Superfoods that are perfect for Summer. They are available anywhere, anytime. And they will help you keep your internal body calm, protected, healthy, and summer-ready.

Take a sip in some chilled lemon honey water and let’s get started.

1. Tamarind:

Tamarind pulp is extensively used in South Asian cuisines. Its health benefits are worth mentioning. It has Polyphenols that have antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. These can protect your body from heart diseases, cancer, and diabetes. Tamarind extract can help lowering blood sugar levels, hypertension, and reverse fatty liver disease.

It also has antiviral, antibacterial properties. It is full of nutrients, such as Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, Iron. 

It is excellent for our digestive system. Stomach and digestion-related ailments are common in Summer. Tamarind helps to combat digestive issues like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. 

It can heal wounds, calm down swelling, and helps to fight certain parasitic and bacterial infections.

How to use Tamarind as a Summer Superfood

·  Prepare soupy curry using Tamarind pulp.

Soak Tamarind pulp (available in the market) in lukewarm water for half an hour. Squeeze out all the extracts, strain them, and use them while making a light soupy curry. You can use fish or vegetables in the curry. Don’t use excessive spices or oil. Temper the soup with just one teaspoon of oil, mustard seeds or panch phoron, and whole green chili/red chili. Use a little bit of salt and turmeric powder. Balance the taste by adding 1 tsp Sugar (optional). Simmer it for 10 minutes. And that’s all. Enjoy it in your summer lunch.

•       You can have tamarind rice for a tasty, healthy, and light meal.
•       Savor Tamarind Chutney as a delicious side dish.

2. Raw Mango:

Raw Mango aka Kachchi Kairi (in Hindi) is a must-have superfood in Summer. This fruit has tons of nutrients. It is full of Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Calcium, Magnesium, and more. 

Raw Mango may cure stomach disorders such as constipation, bloating, indigestion, and diarrhea. 

The nutrients in it help to balance the body’s hormonal system. 

It detoxifies the liver, cleanses all the toxins from the body. It prevents dehydration and also improves cardiovascular health.

How to use Raw Mango as a Summer Superfood:

•       Prepare Aam Panna to protect your body from heat stroke
•       Raw mango Chutney as a side dish
•       Soupy Raw Mango Chutney aka Kancha Aamer Jhol, mostly prepared in Bengali cuisine (a personal favorite)
•       Aam Dal (Dal or Lentils using Raw Mango)
•       Raw Mango Rice, a healthy and light dish for your taste buds which is perfect for Summer 

3. Curd:

This Superfood is a perfect digestion and immunity booster during the Summer. Curd is full of Good Bacteria that are excellent for our guts. It is also a great probiotic which helps to eliminate the bad bacteria in our digestive system. It soothes the inflammation and treats stomach upset. 

Being an immunity booster, the goodness in Curd protects us from catching cold and viral infections. Curd is packed in Calcium and Phosphorus and good for our bones. It is a good substitute for milk, so if you can’t have milk due to some health condition or other reasons, you are not missing out on the nutrients. 

Apart from this, Curd is also beneficial for heart diseases and great for women’s vaginal health.

Are you suffering from chronic infections down there? You must include curd in your everyday diet.

Avoid flavored yogurt if you can. Have homemade sour curd or preservative-free curd from the market instead every single day.

How to use Curd as a Summer Superfood:

•       Have one bowl of Curd after your meal
•       Prepare Buttermilk or lassi
•       Curd rice
•       Have it as Raita (vegetable salad with curd) in your side dish
•       Use it in a smoothie or in your breakfast bowl 

5. Coconut Water:

Nothing can beat the health benefits of Tender Coconut Water. Moreover, it tastes delicious too. Coconut water is full of antioxidants that protect your cells from damage. It has a bucket full of nutrients- Vitamin C, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Sodium, and so on. You name it. 

Having a glass of Coconut Water everyday can fulfill many of your vitamin and mineral deficits. It can help reducing blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. 

It also has cholesterol-lowering properties that are beneficial in preventing heart diseases. 

Coconut water is a good source of Electrolytes in Summer, especially if you are out in the sun or after finishing a solid workout. It keeps you hydrated and lowers your blood pressure level. It can also prevent having kidney stones.

How to use Coconut Water as a Summer Superfood:

•       Have a glass of Coconut Water every day without adding any sugar.
•       Please avoid taking packaged Coconut Water. It is not the ideal thing for your health, no matter what the ingredients list says.

6. Watermelon:

Do you know that Watermelon is 92% water only? Surprised!!! Yes, that’s why this Superfood is a must-have to keep ourselves hydrated in the summers. 

Watermelon is one of the lowest-calorie fruits and has Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Potassium, Magnesium, Lycopene, Vitamins B1, B5, and B6, and other good things. 

It helps in digestion, relieves muscle soreness, treats inflammation, and keeps your heart healthy. 

It also helps to control heartburn during pregnancy. Enjoy this in the Summer and safeguard your body from heatstroke.

How to use Watermelon as a Summer Superfood:

•     Put the fruit in the refrigerator, slice it up and enjoy during summers
•   Prepare refreshing watermelon juice with mint and lime
•     Have it in a fruit bowl 

7. Amla/ Indian Gooseberry:

Amla aka Indian Gooseberry is a rich source of Vitamin C. It also has Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Iron, Calcium, Polyphenols, Alkaloids, and Flavonoids. 

It is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. It prevents cancer, it is amazing for your heart, and it controls diabetes. 

It helps in digestion and boosts immunity. It has powerful antioxidants and is a natural blood purifier. 

Amla cools down your body in the Summer and helps detoxify your body. 

How to use Amla as a Summer Superfood:

•    Prepare Amla Chutney
•    Slice it up, dry it in the sun with some salt. Store in a container and have it after meals to aid in digestion.
• ·Prepare Amla juice 

*Remember, no matter how beneficial something is for your health, eat them within limits. DO NOT GO OVERBOARD. If you are not 100% sure about anything or have any doubt, do not hesitate to ask an expert.

I am not a medical expert. I have been following a few diet routines for a long time for my family’s well-being. This list is one of them. After consulting our doctor, we find it compatible according to our health & lifestyle.

**If you are pregnant, or breastfeeding, or have some medical conditions, please ask your doctor before using anything, be it a food item or cosmetics.

It is of utmost importance to have a balanced diet in your daily life and maintain a healthy lifestyle. So, include fresh vegetables, fruits and nuts, drink 8 to 10 glasses of water every day. Sleep properly. Cut back your alcohol consumption and include homemade chilled juices and smoothies instead. Exercise daily, let go of your stress as much as possible and give yourself a mental detox by keeping your gadgets aside for some time.

Take Care, everyone…

Cheers!!!

Happy Living…

The sweet summer is here and so is the heat which is not at all sweet, ehh! Summer has its charms and I love it. But at the same time, it is so difficult to manage my sensitive combination skin in this season. Sometimes my skin gets dried and irritated because of the strong heatwave, and other times the acne and pimples take over to add on. Uffff!

But this summer, it’s gonna be a different story. Why? Because I have found Deyga Organics, an Indian Organic Skincare brand, who has come up with their beautiful Clear Skin Combo. Deyga kindly has sent me two of their best-selling products, a gorgeous Charcoal Bath Bar and a very soothing Aloe Vera gel and I am all smiles with these two products as the timing and the season are just perrrrrfect 😉.

Deyga crafts and curates its products with love. The products are 100% Pure, Cruelty-free, and Natural. The brand creates each of its products following the age-old traditional recipes.

According to the brand, “Our Ingredients are 100% Natural. Natural ingredients originate from nature and ONLY undergo chemical changes due to biological processes such as fermentation, distillation, and cold processing… OUR PRODUCTS DO NOT CONTAIN SLS, SLES, Parabens, MEA, DEA, TEA, Petrolatum, Phthalates, Ethoxylates, and Silicones.”

Deyga’s Aloe Vera Gel :

My skincare is incomplete without using Aloe Vera. I love it to the core, especially in the Summer. I have been using Deyga’s Aloe Vera Gel for 2 weeks now. And I am simply loving it. I love the fact that this gel is completely fragrance-free, supercooling, and non-greasy. 

It is a beautiful, translucent Aloe Vera Gel. 

It is so healing for my hormonal acne and pimples and calming for the heat rashes.

This gel has a self-life of 6 months.

 Deyga uses Aloe Barbadensis (Cold Pressed) Aloe Vera Extract, Aloe Hydrosol, and Geogard ECT (Certified natural preservative) in it. 

You can feel this gel is au-natural when you use it.

I admire the fact that the brand is open in declaring its ingredients to its customers. Respect!

It is priced at INR 350 for 100 gm/ 3.53 fl oz. You can buy this gel from here.

Deyga’s Charcoal Bath Bar:

Well…this is the very first time that I am using Charcoal Bath Bar that too on my face. I have used Charcoal Scrub and Face pack before, and I have loved both of them. But this time, I won’t deny it, I was damn scared to use the soap bar on my face for the first time. After patch-testing it, when I used it, ohhhh! I was blown away. 

I am so obsessed with this soap, I can't tell you in words.

I must say, it is one of the most wonderful skincare products I have ever used.

After a sweaty workout, when I use this bath bar, it gives me a very satisfying experience. 

You see, when you get that ‘squeaky clean feeling’ after washing your face, that’s a blessing, right! My skin (or is it me?) literally floats like a cloud. 😊

This bath bar is:

• Cold Pressed
• Natural
• Vegan
• Paraben-free 
• Fragrance-free

This soap is made of Activated Charcoal Powder, Olive Oil, Castor Oil, Tea Tree Essential Oil, Unrefined Shea Butter, and Extra Virgin Coconut Oil. 

It is free from any Artificial thickeners.

I couldn’t be happier because this came into my life when I needed it the most. My hormonal acne was all over the place and I was desperate to get a solution. Yes, this soap makes your skin dry, but if you apply Aloe Vera Gel or any moisturizer afterwards, then you are sorted. 

This is a Charcoal bath Bar. Its job is to clean your skin and throw out all the gunk from its core. And it does that just perfectly.

It is very effective in clearing out active acne and pimples. It unclogs your pores and clears out the blackheads like a dream. 

You can see a visible difference from the first few uses. I use it only on my face as my body skin is dry. 

Do try it on your body too if you have body acne, it’ll definitely help. 

I have a good feeling that it may even prevent your skin from breaking out. But that’s for the future to decide, I can’t comment on that right now. I must say if you have normal to oily or combination skin and you are suffering from acne or pimple, give it a try. Use it alongside the Aloe Vera Gel, your skin will thank you for sure.

One Charcoal Bath Bar is priced at INR 410. You can buy it from here.

You can buy the Clear Clean Combo here.

I feel these two products complement each other so much. And I am loving them both.  

Deyga Organics has a wide range of Skincare and Haircare products. I am eyeing their Rose & Mulethi Skin Brightening Face pack and also their Turmeric Healing Face pack right now. They seem very tempting.

Deyga Organics ships their products internationally. Isn't that great! Head over to their website to find out more about them.

** Please note that I don't get to earn a single penny if you buy any of the products from the brand. All my reviews are 100% my honest opinion- tried, tested, and very much loved 😊.

** Please use any cosmetic product after knowing about them and at your own risk. Consult medical professionals if needed. The blog or the author is not responsible for any after-effects. And yes, do not forget to do a patch test before using any new product.

Cheers!!!

Happy Living…

Moringa or Drumstick has several health benefits. Believe it or not, the whole Moringa tree from its bark to its leaves has miraculous properties. It is also widely used in Indian cuisines. In our house, we use Drumstick in our daily cuisines such as in Sambhar, or Curry, and also eat its leaves and flowers. 

Moringa Leaves

Apart from its health benefits, Moringa Oil is known as Miracle oil for its amazing nutrients and benefits. It is extracted from the seeds of the Moringa Oleifera tree, in a cold-pressed process. It has a pale-yellow color, and a nutty aroma. You will be amazed to know that this miracle oil is your skin and hair’s best friend.

Drumstick

• Vitamin A which helps to build collagen in the skin

• Vitamin E which is not only anti-inflammatory, but also has properties to strengthen the immune system, regenerate body cells.

• Vitamin C and Phenols which act as powerful antioxidants. Vitamin C reduces fine lines, protects your skin from free radicals, and repairs cells.

• Cytcytokinins which promote cellular growth and delays the signs of aging.

• Fatty acids create a barrier and give protection to your skin. Skin gets glowing, plumper, and smoother in time.

Kama Ayurveda Organic Moringa Oil

 How to Use Moringa Oil in Skin Care & Hair Care:

1. Facial Oil: 

Moringa oil is excellent to use as a facial oil as it hydrates the skin very well. If you have dry skin or dry patches, this is the food for your skin. Even combination and oily skin people can use it every day without any worry. You can use the oil as it is, after cleansing and toning your skin, or mix a few drops with your favorite moisturizer. This is the way I like to use this oil. 

This oil is great to use for a facial massage. It gives you a glowing, soft, healthy skin. It heals your scars and helps reducing pigmentation in your skin.

2. Hair Oil/ Hair Serum: 

Mix a few drops of this oil with other carrier oils to give your hair a good massage and spa treatment. If you suffer from dandruff or dry scalp, this oil will help you solve the issues real soon.

Similarly, you can take a few drops of this oil and use it as a hair serum after washing your hair. You can also mix this oil in your Shampoo or Conditioner to give extra nourishment to your hair.

3. Body Oil:

Pamper yourself with a massage with this lightweight, nutty flavored oil. This nourishes the skin so well and also helps to reduce the stretch marks in time. You can also put a few drops of this oil in your Bathwater to give yourself a calming pamper session.

4. Makeup Remover: 

Are you a fan of Natural oils for removing your Makeup? Then this is a must-have for you. Switch over from Coconut Oil and start using this as your go-to product. This oil is so lightweight that it doesn’t break out your skin and removes your make up like no one’s business. Whether you have dry skin or oily skin, you will love it anyway.

5. Anti-aging treatment: 

This Natural oil is superb for treating the signs of aging. The vitamins, antioxidants, and fatty acids help to restore your skin cells, and treat skin wounds and scars. This also protects your skin from any damages caused by the environment.

You can definitely use it as your eye cream and as your lip oil as well. No matter what season is in, this oil will not let you down. If you live in extreme humid area, use it as your facial massage oil and wash it off after 30 minutes to get the most beautiful skin.

Personally, I love to use the Kama Ayurveda Organic Moringa Oil which is a beautiful product. 

I have been using it for a year now. And I simply adore it. This oil is 100% Natural, Preservative free, Cold-Pressed, Non-greasy, Lightweight, and very Soothing and Calming for my Sensitive Combination Skin. 

The price is INR 1450. And a 100 ml bottle goes a long way for me and gives a very satisfying experience.

You can buy it from here.

Moringa Oil is indeed a Miracle Oil, right! What do you say!

Cheers!!!

Happy Living…