While we are putting huge effort to assure what we eat is hygiene, healthy and free from toxic chemicals, the time has come to set the same attention to what we apply on the skin with the same extent of the concern. Commercially produced cosmetics products contain harmful ingredients. The artificial colours, fragrances and stabilisers are absorbed by the skin, which is kind of calamity waiting to explode. They are inexpensive, have attractive packaging and are endorsed by celebrities, but they do more damage to our skin in the long term. However organic food is always linked...

Vitamin C is a vital player. Being potent antioxidant, it enriches skincare and eases problems both before and after they arise. This powerhouse ingredient has an immune-boosting property that fosters to rejuvenate and protect the complexion...

Just the other day you were a school kid with zits, and then you cleared that stage to be a pretty adolescent with a fresh complexion, but find the responsibilities of the early twenties daunting? Suddenly you have a career, a personal and official social life, a romantic life and a to-do list for the family? Where is the time to fit in your skin needs? Follow these simple rules and you'll be sparkling at every occasion. Daily - cleanse, wash, tone, moisturise. Especially before you sleep. Use a good serum to rejuvenate your skin. Get...

Vivid red- the colour and shape of a vibrant pulsating heart- the subtle flavour inspires the delicate ways in which it is used across legend and fairy tales in world culture to create a longing for it's lushness- much like the lushness of  new love. Strawberries with cream, strawberries with champagne, or any  dessert where strawberry is center stage invokes a sense of decadence and  grandeur and can make any body feel special. To see the effect it has try telling any small child you have brought them strawberries and watch their face light up! Rich in...

Valentines is round the corner, and what's not to love in this season, where it seems even the weather gods conspire to create perfect weather to cosy up ! On a more serious note, a day of love should allow us to examine and appreciate the various kinds of love there are and the relationships that require attention. Other than romantic love where one is looking for or looking towards a significant other to cherish, there are various degrees of love in the platonic friendship and family area. This also includes beloved pets and care givers...