If you want your hair to STOP falling, then STOP using chemical-based shampoo.

When I was living in Dubai a few years ago, my hair started to drop like mad due to hard-water and of course, shampoo in cute tiny bottles provided by the hotels in different parts of the world. These were all chemical-based products and they were NO GOOD for my hair.

(hla) According to the statistics provided by the Centre for Disease Control (CDC), melanoma (the deadliest form of skin cancer) has been increasing by 6 percent annually. Only 18 percent of women was reported to schedule for an annual skin check with a qualified medical doctor. L'Oreal Paris also reported that 88 percent of women have never discussed the condition with their doctors and only 30 percent of them conduct a monthly skin self-exam as recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Have hair that is easily damaged and prone to breakage? Don't fret. These are steps that you can take to make your hair stronger and healthier.

Treating damaged hair means replacing the lost moisture, the missing oils that help your hair retain the moisture,  and the protein that is lost from chemical treatments. A good hair treatment will include highly moisturised ingredients, small-molecule oils and protein.

For protein ingredients, the most common is egg, followed by yoghurt. For light weight oils, try olive or sweet almond oil as well as bananas or avocados.

For moisture-rich ingredients, try avocado, raw honey, or coconut milk.

1)  If your hair is heavily damaged, you should cut off all the damaged portions. This will give you a better base for maintaining stronger hair in the future. Remember to trim your hair regularly as the ends of your hair are very vulnerable to damage, especially for those who love to keep long hair.

2)  Use highly-moisturising shampoos.

3)  It is also very important to use a hair conditioner. For those who keep long hair, using hair conditioner is a must. To restore manageability to your hair and make it healthy, smooth and soft again, try this home-made formula:

You will need a double boiler, a cup of rose water, 1 tablespoon of Jojoba oil, and 10 drops of Vitamin E oil. Gently warm the rose water at the top of the double boiler. Once the rose water is warm, add the Jojoba oil and Vitamin E oil. Apply to your hair. If your hair is extremely damaged and you want extra conditioning, leave this mixture on for several minutes before you rinse it away thoroughly wit warm water. You can then shampoo lightly and rinse again with cool water.



Author: Nicoleta Buru

Copyright © 2012 Sandhya Maarga Holistic Living Resources
Holistic Living Annex (APRIL 2013)

Blackheads are basically a kind of acne that is associated with dirt. The black dots are actually formed when dead skin cells and keratin block the skin pores. When the blockage of the sebaceous glands below the skin gets oxidised, they turn dark. Smog, scars hygiene and excessive use of make-up can aggravate the condition.

Nannari, also known as Sarsaparilla or Sogade Beru, is a herb that contains many medicinal properties. Alternative Medical practitioners in India recommend juices made from Nannari to reduce body temperature since it is a natural coolant. Ayurvedic practitioners use this herb to reduce a patient's Pitta dosha, which makes it particularly useful for the hot summer months.

It is also well-known to help people, who drink its juice, lose weight. It has also been used as a demulcent to relieve body pain, provide relief from constipation and acidity, purify the blood, alleviate inflammation of the liver and spleen, urinary disorders, anaemia, rheumatoid arthritis and overcome wheezing. Nannari is also a herb popularly used by practitioners to treat infertility and impotence.

Everyone suffers from chapped lips from time to time, especially during summer and winter. It can be disturbing as it causes an uncomfortable sensation and may even interfere with many of our daily activities.Symptoms include tenderness, sensitivity, dryness, redness, cracking, peeling, splitting, peeling and pain around the lips area.

Fresh home-made beauty recipes are always the best! Ever heard of the famous St. Ives Apricot Scrub? Would you like to create a scrub of your own, which is better than that? Here is the recipe that I have come up with myself 4 years ago. This 'PERFECT' home-made oat and rice scrub will make your skin appear more refined, softer, smoother and brighter.

The cause for cracked heels is more than merely the lack of moisture. Dry scaly skin can result from merely a change of climate to living in an unhygienic environment. Even contact with bacteria from our sandals, shoes and socks can also affect the health of our skin. The condition can also signal other problems such as fungal infections, diabetes, dehydration, deficiency of vitamins and more. There is a possibility that you may be deficient of Zinc and Omega-3 fatty acid if you suffer from cracked heels.

Ever heard of Cleopatra’s reputation for her flawless skin? Well, milk bath was Cleopatra’s secret! She used to soak herself in camel milk to maintain her skin. Indulging your skin regularly with milk baths will give you skin that is smooth, soft, supple and of beautiful complexion.

Are you suffering from a skin irritation such as acne, eczema, or dermatitis? Are you fed up of how the creams you buy in the pharmacy do not seem to work, and are now looking for a more natural and cheaper solution? You are looking at the right place! Did you know that a cucumber can do wonders to preserve one’s natural beauty?