How to look Radiant On Your Big Day?

How to look Radiant on your big day?

Every bride wants to look her very best on the wedding day as she is the center of attention. While you have got the wedding dress & other accessories, you can’t neglect the care of your skin & hair needs to look radiant on your “BIG DAY”. Whether you have several months or a couple of weeks, there are things you can do now to ensure that you’ll look your best.

Follow these tips & continue to do one thing that makes you naturally gorgeous----

“SMILE”!

Your beauty regime should start three months before your “BIG DAY”

3 Months before?

2 Months before?

2 Weeks before?

A week  before?

One Day before?

The Day of the “WEDDING” ?

How & when to start Vitamins for hair & nail,

What products are ideal for skin & hair care,

For details visit my BLOG :)

3 Months Before:

Select a Hair Stylist

Schedule a Makeup Artist

Consult a Beauty Therapist

2 Months before:

Brighten your smile

Hold a beauty Rehearsal

2 Weeks before:

Cut & Color /

Rebounding Or Smoothening

The Week of the Wedding:

Smooth Skin

Eye-brow Shaping,Waxing

Go for your last appointments

One day before:

Henna Application

Wash Hair

The Day of the Wedding

Just Relax take Aroma Bath & Gargle with Mouth-wash

Pace yourself

EAT to BEAT "SUN DaMaGe"

We all know one of those lucky women who looks years younger than she really is- and more often than not, it'll be down to good genes, a healthy diet & staying in the shade. But while all of these do help, scientists are now discovering that what we eat can be just as important in helping to ward off the signs of ageing including damage done by the sun. We can reduce its harmful effects & boost our natural sun protection by filling our bodies with anti-oxidants.
Here the Nutrients that can help:
Vitamin C:   Top of your list of essential foods in Summer should be rich in Vitamin C, which is widely thought to be one of the most powerful anti-oxidants around. Vitamin C-rich diet reduces wrinkles, perhaps because of its sun protection properties.
Find it in:     Most fruits & Vegetables are naturally high in vitamin C, but if you want the real booster then go for citrus fruits, berries, black currants, kiwi fruits, guava & Water cress.

Vitamin A:    Another vitamin which you should ensure you get enough of its betacarotene, which the body uses to make vitamin A. One study showed that taking supplements for 10 weeks helped to protect the skin from burning in the sun. However most nutritionists agree that it's better to get this nutrient from food, rather than supplements.
Find it in:     Boost intakes safely by eating plenty of yellow & orange fruits & vegetables. Good sources include pumpkin, carrots, sweet potatoes, mangoes, apricots, broccoli & spinach.

Vitamin E:   A potent anti-oxidant, vitamin E helps neutralize free radicles & protect cell membranes from attack. A research has found that supplementing 268 mg of vitamin E daily appeared to reduce the risk of sun damage to skin cells, & inhibit the production of cancer-causing cells.  However, as with betacarotene, its better to get what you need by eating foods rich in vitamin E, as large doses could be harmful. 
Find it in:    Wheat germ, avocados, nuts, seeds, egg yolks & vegetable oils, particularly olive, sunflower, corn & soya oil.    

Selenium:   Skin cells containing selenium were less likely to be damaged by free radicles than those low in the mineral.
Find it in:     Brazil nuts provide the recommended daily amount . Other good sources include fish, eggs, lamb, sunflower seeds & oats. 
 
Omega 3 Fats: These play a crucial role in keeping the skin healthy & reducing the damaging effects of sunlight. This is because omega-3 Fats encourage the body to produce anti-inflammatory compounds, which help to slow even & even reverse signs of damage in the skin. In addition,salmon is also rich in compound called DMAE, which is thought to help increase muscle tone & prevent sagging.  
Find it in :    Oil rich fish, like sardines, salmon & mackerel, as well as tofu,Kale & walnuts.

Q.4: A: What are the best Home Care Hair Remedies? B: How to detect, the type of Hair, a carrier has?

A:  As we all know that lovely shinning hair is not only beauty but dream of a woman. It is precious & deserves good care. First, of all we all should know what type of hair we have, there are normal, greasy, dry & greasy scalp + dry hair.

NORMAL HAIR

It is shiny yet not greasy, & fairly easy to manage. Although, it may fly about a little the day after a set, but it soon settles down & stays looking good for about a week before it becomes slightly sticky to the touch & dirty-looking.

REMEDIES:

1. Wash once/twice a week with a mild shampoo. Do not use shampoos which contain harsh detergents to produce the frothy lather, as these can often strip the natural sebum from the hair & spoil its condition. Select a herbal shampoo, if possible.

• I recommend Cat walk’s Oatmeal Honey Shampoo, Moisture maniac Sh of Bed Head.

2. Apply egg yolk, mixing 2 egg yolks with a cup of luke warm water & beat together. Massage into the scalp, then cover the head with plastic cap & leave it                              for ten mins. After that, rinse your hair thoroughly with Luke warm water, & then shampoo it.

DRY HAIR:

This type of hair is difficult to control after shampooing, & it looks dull & has ends that are dry & split. Even just before shampooing, the ends look dry. The scalp sometimes feels itchy.

REMEDIES:

1.      Wash once a week with a cream shampoo, & apply a conditioner afterwards. Remember to rinse the conditioner off very thoroughly to avoid stickiness.

2.      Warm a cupful of olive oil massage into the hair lightly. Cover the hair with a warmed towel, wrapped like a turban & leave the olive oil conditioner on for ½ an hr, then rinse with shampoo in the normal way.

3.      Stimulate the flow of sebum & blood to the hair follicles with a do-it-yourself scalp massage. Massage firmly but gently, moving the scalp not fingers.

4.      Try to take high protein diet & it includes the vegetable oils.

GREASY HAIR:

It looks good for a day or two after shampooing, but then quickly becomes limp. Groups of hair cling together in unattractive strands & scalp feels dirty.

REMEDIES:

1.      Wash it often, like 3 times a week preferably, just before it starts looking lovely & feeling sticky. As Greasy Hair can cause spots that appear on face & back.

2.      Choose a lemon based shampoo. Rinse very thoroughly, & add little vinegar to the final rinsing water to leave the hair squeaking clean.

3.      Pay good attention to diet. Avoid fatty & fried foods & sweets. Increase in-take of protein rich foods.

4.      Drink plenty of water.

5.      Try to relax more & do outdoor exercise.

GREASY DRY HAIR:

In case of fairly long hair, the hair nearest the scalp is greasy while the ends are dry. Just after the shampooing, the hair looks good, except the ends. This type of hair seems difficult to set smoothly & looks split & lighter in color than the roots.

REMEDIES:

1.      Wash as soon as the scalp feels itchy, but use a very mild shampoo & never rub shampoo into the dry ends.

2.      Use conditioner on lengths & ends only, never apply conditioner on the scalp.

3.      Have the dry ends trimmed regularly.

4.      Keep your scalp clean between shampoos, the best tip is –dab a piece of cologne soaked cotton wool into the scalp by making partings all over head.

Q.3: A- What happens when Dandruff is neglected? B- How to cure Dandruff with herbal Treatments?

Q.3: A- What happens when Dandruff is neglected?

B- How to cure Dandruff with herbal Treatments?

A-            Dandruff  is one of the major disorders of the scalp and is also known by the medical term pityriasis. Just as the skin is being shed & replaced, in a similar way the uppermost layer of the scalp is being continuously cast off. This shedding of  scales is called Dandruff.

Remember dandruff if neglected for a long time leads to baldness. A direct cause of dandruff is excessive shedding of the scales. Instead of falling off, the horny scales accumulate on the scalp. Poor hygiene, improper diet, sluggish condition of the scalp caused by poor blood circulation are the main causes of Dandruff.

B-            As Dandruff, a scaly condition of the scalp is caused by Hair follicle becoming blocked with excess sebum, is also caused due to oily skin & acne.  Some of the remedies which can tried are:

1. Mix 2 tb spoon of cosmetic vinegar in 6tb spoons of hot water. Dab with cotton into the scalp, parting the hair with comb. It should preferably be used at bed time. Tie a scarf over the hair to avoid staining the pillow. Next morning, shampoo the hair. After the hair is thoroughly cleansed, pour over as a last rinse again a mixture of 3 tb spoons of cosmetic vinegar & 1 cup of hot water. This should be done twice a week for three months.
2. Apple juice tonic helps in curing Dandruff. To prepare the tonic, mix together 1 tb spoon of  pure apple juice & 3 tb spoons water & massage into the scalp,three times a week. This recipe helps to fight dandruff.
3. Rosemary & Borax lotion are too useful products to cure this too. Mix 5 tb spoons of strong Rosemary infusion with a pinch of borax & massage into the scalp daily.

Always keep in mind that Hair reflects one’s general health. Tension, Over-work, Stress & Anxiety sometimes causes dandruff. Wash the hair everyday using a mild baby shampoo then rinse the scalp with warm water, adding to it 1 tb spoon of Cider vinegar.

Q:No2: HOW TO DETECT HAIR PROBLEMS

A woman's greatest beauty asset is lovely,shinning hair. Hair tends to be the body's barometer indicating good health or the lack of it. 
      Here I give clues, one needs to detect the problem of  his/her  hair & method to correct them.

A- Brittleness: Hair looks dry, lifeless, lacks manageability and snails easily.It has many split ends & breaks  when a strand is pulled between the fingers.

CAUSES:
1.Brushing wet hair & combing it too roughly,which weakens the hair 7 can lead to split ends& breakage.
2.If the perming/Bleaching solution is left on the hair for a long time.
3.Over Sun exposure.
4.An imbalanced diet deficient in calcium or protein rapidly weakens the hair.

SOLUTION:
1. Shampoo hair by massaging scalp with the pads of the fingers,not your nails. Work the shampoo from roots to ends gently.(I recommend Nisim dry Hair Shampoo& conditioner, or Loreals Revitalising shampoo,Oat Meal Honey Shampoo of Catwalk)
2. Don't use electric Hair dryer or Irons,Rollers.Pat dry hair with soft towel,avoid rubbing vigorously. 
3. Don't brush wet Hair.
4. Always try to cover head when in the sun or moving in cold weather.
5. Use a top Quality conditioner for Healthy looking hair(I recommend Aminoacid enriched Fast Conditioner)


B-DRYNESS:
Hair looks dull,lifeless & does not look silky.

 CAUSES:
1. Tends to loose its natural barrier of oil & moisture when it has been over-processed or over shampooed.
2. Too long exposure of hair in the sun & wind causes dryness for different individuals who are affected differently in such conditions.
3. Chlorination due to salt water.
4. When hair has been over blow-dried at high temperatures.

SOLUTION:
1. Use a mild Shampoo for Dry hair type,in small quantity.
2. Always finish with a moisturizing conditioner.
3. Let Hair dry naturally. If in case use Hair dryer ,hold it atleast 6-8 inches away from head & keep it moving.
4. In case of swimming,never forget to Shampoo & condition Hair.

C.DULLNESS:
 Hair has no sheen.It may have many split ends. The color becomes extremely drab.

CAUSES:
1. The light that hits split or broken hair is diffused & the hair looks dull.
2. Lack of oil contents in the Scalp.
3. Washing hair with hard water.
4. Application of Hair sprays,setting lotions which leave a dulling film on the shaft.

SOLUTION:
1. Always use a protein-based hair conditioner.
2. If there is no time to shampoo or you are in hurry,Dry clean hair...Pull out a nylon stocking over a brush & give hair a dozen strokes,it will instantly look shinny.
3. If the condition does not improve, consult a dermatologist.It can sometimes be related to illness or dietary deficiencies.

D- LACK OF BODY:
     Hair looks limp,does not set & lies close to the scalp.

CAUSES:
1. Due to excess moisture in humid weather.
2. Over conditioning of hair.

SOLUTION:
1. Try washing hair everyday. 
2. Use an oil-free conditioner once or twice a week to make the hair look thicher & increase its holding power.
3. Short Style Hair cuts are ideal to give volume.

E: FLAKINESS:
Itchy scalp & white flacks.

CAUSES:
1. Caused by dandruff.
2. Due to very dry scalp.
3. Cold weathers & winds.
4. if diet lacks poly unsaturated fat.
5. Using of too much Hair styling products.

SOLUTIONS:
1. Always use medicated shampoos or consult dermatologist.
2. Wash hair more frequently.
3. Add an extra tablespoon of Sunflower or safflower oil to daily Diet.
4. Stop using Styling stuff.
5. Avoid being under stress during the periods.


F- OILINESS
Hair looks limp, too greasy clumps together.

CAUSES:
1. Due to oily scalp.
2. Increased hormonal activity during puberty.
3. Psychological stress.
4. Wrong or over using conditioner.

SOLUTION:
1. Shampoo daily with an oil-free shampoo.
2. Do not use conditioner or use good quality oil-free Conditioner(Nisim Conditioner for Oily Scalp)


G-HAIR LOSS:
Hair falls out in clumps.

CAUSES:
1.Sudden Hormone changes.
2. After a serious illness.
3. When running a high fever.
4. A deficiency of important nutritient in diet.
5. Mental tension.

SOLUTION:
1.Brush hair softly with a natural bristle brush.
2. Shampoo with a light-hand & mild shampoo.
3. Do not use Hot Rollers,Dryers & iron.
4. do not pull or twist hair.

What is better, Brushing or Combing???

Many of my clients, ask this question.. What is better,"Brushing or Combing"???????

Brushing is less damaging than combing, especially avoid using comb having sharp teeth & care should be taken that the selected brush ends are rounded to minimize mechanical damage to the hair,as Nylon brushes with spiky ends also damage the hair.

Wet hair should never be Combed  or Brushed either as it sticks together and a greater force is required to comb/brush it causing undue damage to the hair.

Always keep in mind that a prolonged brushing also harms the hair considerably, thus resulting in split ends.

Q:1- What is Scalp and Composition of Hair

        Actually scalp is nothing but the skin on the head, which is similar to the body skin. The scalp like the skin elsewhere in the body consists of two layers--- the dermis and the epidermis. However, larger and deeper hair follicles are present on the scalp to accomodate the longer hair of the head.

Now let me share the most essential info about The Hair Composition:
The Chemical Composition of Hair is:
                                            Carbon: 50.56%
                                           Hydrogen:  6.38%
                                           Nitrogen: 17.14%
                                             Sulphur:  5.00%
                                             Oxygen:20.85%
This Composition varies with color of the hair. The Hair is also composed of a protein called "Keratin".
Full grown Hair is divided into two parts - the root and the Shaft.
          The rate of hair growth varies from person to person.The average growth of hair is approximately 1/4 inch/month i.e, 1/16 inch /week. The growth of Hair is always greater between the ages of 20 and 30yrs & faster in summer than in winter. The growth of hair is cyclical, i.e after a few years of growth , the hair enters a phase of inactivity, then dies & falls. A hair dies when its bulb is separated from the papilla that feeds it. The hair bulb is a thickened club-shaped structure forming the lower part of the hair root.   

ALL ABOUT HAIR

ALL ABOUT HAIR

Hair Problems--- too little & too much.

Several Hair problems cause great anguish.

My Blog provides useful information about various hair problems & diseases & gives maximum natural remedies based on herbal formulation.

Thin Hair, Dandruff, Baldness, Hair dyeing, Shampooing, Conditioning, Styling & many more such topics have been included to make it useful for every Girl & Woman.

I have tried to give maximum natural remedies based on herbal formulation in responses to various queries….

Such remedies were not known to Asian women decades ago. However, this awareness has increased & today the picture is different. Women themselves have re-discovered the potential hazards of synthetic products & are shifting to natural products.

I’ll share my knowledge step by step which I gained by attending several workshops of Hair ,Skin & Makeup & my personal experiences of working with top notch brands like Dermalogica, Nisim, Kalo, L’oreal Paris & many more…

REVIVE-REGAIN & RETAIN BEAUTY

@BEAUTY ICONZ

Spa & clinic

Beauty is to be adored & taken care of.

Beauty & feminine sensibility are inseparable.

A girl/woman loves beauty & attempts to become more beautiful.

She wants to be attractive, but in present conditions most of healthy women are also liable to catch diseases. Beauty clinics & nursing homes today are usually filled with women suffering from various complaints.

The inspiration to write for my blog came to my mind from the numerous messages I received from my Friends clients throughout country abroad in response to my Salon services & Branded Useful products I recommend or sell for Skin Hair complaints.

I sincerely hope that this blog will prove to be a helping hand a sincere advisor to all those who in their early/middle age are suffering from a disorder or a disease which is curable with a slight care save them from problems later in life.

For several more valuable handy tips please visit my blog.

As it has been highly observed that the majority of girls/women feel shy in exposing their problems to even friends or family, therefore, I would welcome any suggestions & problems from my readers which would be kept highly confidential.

Best Regards,

Mona Adil.