6 Expert Tips To Make Your Makeup Last Longer During Monsoon Season

Monsoon calls for fragrant breeze, dampened meadows, and much more. And, all this makes way for a great time to break the monotony and infuse splendour in your makeup too! But, the rainy season also brings patchy foundation, dripping mascara, smudging lip colour, and unmanageable hair.

Well, to prevent this, use these ultimate melt-proof makeup and beauty tips, to add a new zing to your look this monsoon season.

1. Waterproof base

The rainy season causes humidity in the atmosphere, which leads to sweating and dripping of makeup. Therefore, it is suggested to apply a waterproof base followed by patting on loose powder to set the makeup perfectly on your skin.

2. Ace that blush

It is also recommended to use a powder-based blusher to infuse a natural flush on your cheeks in this season of romance. You can try subtle shades of pinks and peaches, depending on which one suits you the best.

3. Eye basics

Bright colours certainly look more beautiful during monsoons. So, when it comes to eye makeup, you can probably add some spark by using dazzling colours and let your eyes do all the talking. You can use shades such as bright pink, blue and orange.

4. Permanent makeup effect

If re-touching the makeup of your eyes seems like a fussy-affair to you, go for permanent kajal (kohl) and eyeliner application, and say good bye to your woes. This will last for at least 10 to 15 hours and will keep your eye makeup worries at bay.

5. Neon bright

As neon shades are making their mark in the fashion circuit, they will be a hit during monsoon season too. Different bright shades of red, orange and pink are some of the most popular shades these days. You can use these bright colours to make your monsoon merrier.

6. Hair woes

It is advisable not to leave your hair loose or open as far as possible. Your hair can get oily by mingling up with the rain-water and sweat, which will make them look tacky. It is best to tie them into a high pony or a mid-rise bun, to beat the heat and humidity. One may also go for a short haircut in order to make a better style statement this season.

(The author is the Director of ALPS Clinic and Academy)

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Monsoon and Men

Beauty has conventionally been the exclusive forte of women. Men have had little to do with it in history. The modern male, however, is a different story. Their interest in beauty has consistently risen over the past few decades. Hygiene, personal grooming and presentability have become priorities. Being style-savvy, keeping up with fashion and taking care of their skin and hair has increasingly become integral to their lives. Skin problems are a frequent thing for people of all ages during monsoon and many men may not know how to deal with them. So, we asked celebrity cosmetologist, aesthetician and Founder-Director of Alps Beauty Clinic and Academy, Bharti Taneja, what steps should men take to avoid skin and hair trouble this season

Skin Care

Monsoon rains are relief for everyone. After a spell of hot and sunny, cool and cloudy is a welcome change. But, the seasonal humidity can be quite stifling for our skin.Sweating, combined with dust and dirt,causes annoying skin problems like acne, blackheads and whiteheads for many.You can avoid these by taking some basic precautions and following some simple steps for skin care. Clean your face at least 4-5 times a day with an astringent or skin toner. This will freshen up the skin and get rid of any extra oil. Scrub your face at least twice in a week. This will open up your pores and cleanse the skin of impurities. This is the best way to avoid and clear up blackheads & whiteheads. Put on a face pack that suits your skin to close the pores. In extreme cases, go to any reputed cosmetic clinic and getthe laser and young treatment done. It resolves 80-90% of pores problems and is given over a number of sittings. Start your day with a refreshing bath – put lemon peels in a tub the night before and bathe with the water next morning.

Hair Care

Hair can get sticky, frizzy and unmanageable if exposed to sweat. Wash your head every alternate day with a shampoo suitable to your hair to keep them soft and nourished. Follow this up with a conditioner according to your hair type. Creamy conditioners are best for dry hair. You can also mix vinegar in water and rinse your head with it. Dandruff is a very common problem in monsoon. Don’t take it lightly if you’ve got dandruff as too much dandruff leads to hairfall. Give your hair and scalp a good wash every 2-3 days with an anti-dandruff shampoo that suits you. If this doesn’t solve the problem then go for the bioptron treatment at any reputed cosmetic clinic. It will reduce dandruff and decrease your hair loss.

Foot Care

As the drizzles and downpours of the monsoon season replenish the earth and rejuvenate the greenery around us, they also increase the chances of infections. Our feet have to bear the brunt of this problem, being cloistered in footwear all day. Stinky feet are a real relationship killer, not to mention being really embarrassing. Be regular at cleaning your feet.Always dry them thoroughly before wearing socks. Pay special attention to the spaces between your toes. Put talcum powder in them to reduce any bad odour. You can also put some talcum powder in your socks. Wherever feasible, wear open-toed footwear. This will keep your feet dry andlet them breathe. Get a pedicure from any good cosmetic clinic every 15 days or so to keep your feet clean and hygienic.

Apparel

Picking the right clothes to wear for any situation is a very important decision. So when you are reorganizing your wardrobe for monsoon, keep comfort and utility at the top of your priority list. Swap tight jeans for cotton trousers and 3/4ths; formal shirts can be replaced with casual cotton shirts, t-shirts and tank tops. If you’re really partial to denim, then go for stretch denim and bull denim jeans.These are comfortable to wear in monsoon and allow your skin some air if they get drenched.

(The author is the Director of ALPS Clinic and Academy)

Skin care in summer

Bharti Taneja

A hectic trans-continental itinerary for a corporate high-flyer or a chilled out Caribbean cruise vacation for a retiree - skin care concerns all travellers and none more so than those who are always on the move. Read on to find some easy solutions to your skin care concerns while flying all over the circuit.

Fluids and Food

• Water is the essential ingredients for life. Nothing beats it when it comes to hydration –something that your body needs quite a lot during summer. There should always be a bottle of water in your handbag.

• Nutritious liquids like fruit juices, buttermilk, lime water and any other naturally cooling drinks are very good for summer. They replenish the body, give it essential vitamins and are very tasty. Drink as much of these as you can.

• Stick with the foods you know and eat on a regular basis. This is not the best season to be experimenting with food. Nothing ruins travel plans like an upset stomach and no one enjoys rushing to the loo every five minutes.

• Fruit salads with juicy fruits like watermelons, musk melons and cucumbers make for a very fulfilling and beneficial snack during summer. Eat plenty of fruits and give your skin the vitamins it needs to recover from exposure.

Saving the Skin

• Sunscreens are literally your summer body armour. NEVER leave home without them. Put on a sunscreen 10 minutes before heading out to let your skin absorb it completely. A sunscreen with an SPF between 20 and 35 gives ideal protection. Replenish your skin with after every 2 hours or so.

• An afternoon sun is the most dangerous thing you can expose you skin to. So, if you’re out between noon and 3, then give yourself maximum protection. Protect your skin with scarves, stoles, umbrellas etc.

• Travelling means dealing with dust, dirt and impurities. They cover your face and prevent moisturizers from doing their job and makeup from staying on. Clean your face regularly with face wipes containing cleansing properties.

• Apply an AHA enriched cream on your skin before going to bed.

Protecting your Peepers

• Tea contains tannin which helps in reducing dark circles and swelling. When you’re at leisure, put cool tea bags over your eyes to relax them.

• Dark circles can also be reduced by applying AHA enriched cream in a clockwise motion with the index finger.

• Shades are an essential part of any traveller’s kit. Use them to shield your eyes from direct sunlight.

Hair and Heat

• Perspiration can potentially damage your hair a lot. Sweat makes hair all sticky and dirty. Clean your hair every alternate day or so. Know your hair type and choose your shampoos and conditioners accordingly.

• Cover your hair and protect it from direct sunlight.

• Go with a compact hairstyle like braids or ponytails to avoid any perspiration damage.

(The author is the Director of ALPS Clinic and Academy)

Fight Ageing with these Super-skin-treatments

Credit Role: Ms. Bharti Taneja, Director of ALPS Beauty Clinics

RRR Facial:

This is amongst the successful skin treatments to combat signs of skin-ageing. As the three R’s imply – this facial, rehydrates, regenerates and rejuvenates the skin. So, if you encounter sagging or loss of elasticity on your skin, due to age or any other factor – this treatment is sure to prove beneficial by treating such issues.

How it works?

The elements involved in this treatment boost the collagen production in the skin-cells – making you do away with early signs of ageing. This process involves exfoliating and enhancing the fabrication of new cells for faster renewal of your skin – which shows off! The facial is done using micro-massager or uplifting machine which uplifts your face while making the saggy skin firm and elastic. In the end, a face mask called ‘young-skin’ mask is applied all over your face –containing 95% of collagen. This works as a great skin-food and rehydrates your skin as well – improving its firmness and flexibility.

Photo Facial:

The process of Photo Facial takes around 60 minutes and starts with thorough cleansing of the skin; like any other facial. This treatment is often done by a professional Doctor – who follows the process of Intensed Pulsed Light (IPL) and infuses light rays called, genone, deeper inside your skin. It enhances the production of collagen – a protein found underneath your skin and responsible for its flexibility. This procedure increases upto 50% production of collagen in your cells – while preventing maturing skin’s issues; such as, wrinkles and fine lines, saggy skin to occur on your face – while keeping it firmness enact. Also, this improves the cellular activity of the skin and decreases melanin formation for keeping brown spots etc, at bay. This also augments the action of nourishing elements inside the skin layers – eventually, making it appear better in texture. Also, responsible for boosting the regeneration process of the cells, this treatment concludes along with applying a ‘young-skin’ mask again, for a smoother, firmer skin.

How it works?

This facial lightens the occurrence of fine lines and wrinkles and makes your skin glow by removing spots of ageing on your face. Moreover, the treatment can also be used to making loose skin tighter, by implementing a latest technology using light. Besides slowing down signs of early ageing – this facial also removes pigmentation spots upto a great extent.

पर्मानेंट सल्यूशंस फॉर ब्यूटी प्रॉब्लम्स-

बेशक मेकअप चेहरे की खामियों को छुपाकर उसे खूबसूरती से हाइलाइट करता है लेकिन खूबसूरती का ये निखार केवल कुछ घंटों तक ही सीमित रहता है।तभी तो 25 साल पहले ही सुप्रसिद्ध कॉस्मेटोलॉजिस्ट, ऐस्थिटीशियन व एल्पस कॉस्मेटिक क्लीनिक की फांउडर डॉयरेक्टर भारती तनेजा जी ने खूबसूरती से संबंधित समस्याओं का पर्मानेंट सल्यूशन निकाल लिया था। आइए जानते हैं, ऐसी ही कुछ प्रॉब्लम्स व उनके समाधान के बारे में।

अनग्रूम्ड आईब्रोज- आईब्रोज़ की सही शेप आपके चेहरे को एक बेहतर फ्रेम प्रदान करती है जिससे आपके फीचर्स बड़ी ही ख़ूबसूरती से निखर कर आते हैं। लेकिन कई बार कुछ लोगों की आईब्रोज़ लाइट होती हैं तो कुछ की इतनी पतली कि चेहरे पर पता ही नहीं चलती। इसके अलावा कभी-कभी बचपन की किसी चोट के चलते आईब्रो में कट हो जाने पर उनकी शेप खराब हो जाती है, जिस कारण हमें डेली-डेली अपनी आईब्रोज की शेप को इंप्रूव करने के लिए आईब्रो पेंसिल का इस्तेमाल करना पड़ता है। पर्मानेंट आईब्रोज....ऐसी प्रॉब्लम का पर्मानेंट सल्यूशन है। इसके जरिए मशीन द्धारा एक बार आईब्रो को खूबसूरत शेप व मनचाहे रंग से बना दिया जाता है जो पसीने या नहाने से खराब नहीं होती और लगभग 15 साल तक टिकती है।

लेंस प्रॉब्लम- यूं तो स्टाइलिश फ्रेम्स के इस्तेमाल से आप खुद को काफी बोल्ड एंड ब्यूटीफुल दिखा सकती हैं मगर आजकल के इस फैशनेबल वर्ल्ड में ज्यादातर लड़कियां अपनी आंखों को डिफरेंट लुक देने के लिए कलर लेंसेस का प्रयोग कर रही हैं। लेकिन लेंस व चश्मे का इस्तेमाल करने वालों के लिए रोज़-रोज़ लाइनर व काजल लगाना दिक्कत का विषय हो जाता है। जैसे लेंस लगाकर लाइनर व काजल लगाने से आंखों से पानी बह सकता है तो वहीं बाद में लेंस लगाने से इनके फैलने का डर रहता है। पर्मानेंट आईलाइनर और काजल से आपकी ये समस्या सुलझ सकती है। ये लगभग 15 साल तक टिकेगा और इसे लगवाकर आपकी आंखें हर पल कजरारी व सुंदर दिखेंगी।

           

नीड ऑफ लिपजॉब- यूं तो करेक्टिव मेकअप की मदद से लिप्स को सुंदर शेप में लाया जा सकता है मगर चंद घंटों के बाद आपकी वही शेप फिर से सामने आ जाने के कारण दिल उदास हो जाता है और होठों की मुस्कान फीकी पड़ जाती है। इस मुस्कान को रात-दिन यूं ही बनाएं रखने के लिए आप लिपजॉब की बजाय पर्मानेंट लिपलाइनर लगवा सकती हैं। इससे लिप्स की शेप 2 वर्षों तक हर पल सुन्दर बनी रहेगी और इस खूबसूरत शेप को आईने में देखकर आप हर पल मुस्कुरा उठेंगी।

पेल लिप्स- ऐसे होठों को कलरफुल करने के लिए अब आपको बार-बार लिपस्टिक लगाने की जरूरत नहीं क्योंकि ऐसे लिप्स के लिए पर्मानेंट लिपस्टिक एक वरदान है। इससे होठ तकरीबन 2 महीने से लेकर एक साल तक गुलाबी व सुन्दर बने रहते हैं। पर्मानेंट लिपस्टिक पेल ही नहीं बल्कि डार्क ही लिप्स के लिए भी एक बेहतरीन सल्यूशन है।

ल्यूकोडर्मा पैचेस- यदि आप सफेद दाग या ल्यूकोडर्मा पैचेस की शिकार हैं तो पर्मानेंट कलरिंग की तकनीक आपके लिए किसी रामबाण से कम नहीं। इसके अंतर्गत स्किन से मैच करते कलर को त्वचा की डर्मिस लेयर तक पहुंचाया जाता है जिससे दाग छुप जाते हैं। पर्मानेंट कलरिंग का असर 2 साल से लेकर 15 साल तक बना रह सकता है।

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Choose your Foundation Well!

A foundation is must for achieving flawless makeup look in go! But a wrong foundation shade or type can break your dreams by not providing a natural coverage, but looking cakey instead! To avoid such situations one must choose her foundation depending upon her skin-tone as well as type. Renowned Cosmetologist & Aesthetician and Chair Person of ALPS Beauty Clinics, Ms. Bharti Taneja, shares just the right tips to figure out a perfect foundation shade for your skin type so that you never go wrong again!

Foundation According to Skin-Tone:

Rounding upon a perfect shade of foundation can be cumbersome as well as tricky. Hence, it is preferable to try your shade in full day light, while not solely depending upon the lighting of the store.

Always test the foundation on the skin between your thumb and index finger for a perfect matching shade. Or if you want to get double sure, try applying it on your cheeks and see if it’s matching with your skin-tone.

You may also click pictures after applying the foundation and see how your makeup will emerge in pictures. After all, nowadays it’s all about gorgeous selfies!

Nowadays reputed cosmetic brands provide a facility of makeup-trials for the clients too; under which they implement full makeup on you, to check its suitability. You can certainly opt for such brands for choosing a correct shade of foundation for yourself.

Keep the weather in mind too while choosing your foundation. A tinted moisturizer is a good option for winters while mousses or soufflé are considered best for summer season. 

Foundation According to Skin-Type:

Normal Skin: You are lucky to have such skin-type as your foundation choice may range from tinted moisturizer to mineralized bases. Just choose yours depending upon the coverage you desire and the occasion you’re going to; and be good to go.

Oily Skin: As your skin already secretes enough oil, try avoiding oil-based foundations to keep cakey-ness at bay. Instead, you can go for oil-free or matte formulations for a flawless shine. Also, one must remember to set the base afterwards, with a matching compact powder if they have oily skin-texture.

Dry Skin: Dry skin needs extra moisture; therefore it is always advisable to go for rich moisturizing bases/foundations that cover the flaws of the face while adding the much-needed moisture too. A tinted moisturizer is best if you want light coverage or go for oil-based creamy foundations to provide full-coverage for your dry skin. 

Skin care in summer

 

A hectic trans-continental itinerary for a corporate high-flyer or a chilled out Caribbean cruise vacation for a retiree - skin care concerns all travellers and none more so than those who are always on the move. Read on to find some easy solutions to your skin care concerns while flying all over the circuit.

Fluids and Food

• Water is the essential ingredients for life. Nothing beats it when it comes to hydration –something that your body needs quite a lot during summer. There should always be a bottle of water in your handbag.

• Nutritious liquids like fruit juices, buttermilk, lime water and any other naturally cooling drinks are very good for summer. They replenish the body, give it essential vitamins and are very tasty. Drink as much of these as you can.

• Stick with the foods you know and eat on a regular basis. This is not the best season to be experimenting with food. Nothing ruins travel plans like an upset stomach and no one enjoys rushing to the loo every five minutes.

• Fruit salads with juicy fruits like watermelons, musk melons and cucumbers make for a very fulfilling and beneficial snack during summer. Eat plenty of fruits and give your skin the vitamins it needs to recover from exposure.

Saving the Skin

• Sunscreens are literally your summer body armour. NEVER leave home without them. Put on a sunscreen 10 minutes before heading out to let your skin absorb it completely. A sunscreen with an SPF between 20 and 35 gives ideal protection. Replenish your skin with after every 2 hours or so.

• An afternoon sun is the most dangerous thing you can expose you skin to. So, if you’re out between noon and 3, then give yourself maximum protection. Protect your skin with scarves, stoles, umbrellas etc.

• Travelling means dealing with dust, dirt and impurities. They cover your face and prevent moisturizers from doing their job and makeup from staying on. Clean your face regularly with face wipes containing cleansing properties.

• Apply an AHA enriched cream on your skin before going to be.

Protecting your Peepers

• Tea contains tannin which helps in reducing dark circles and swelling. When you’re at leisure, put cool tea bags over your eyes to relax them.

• Dark circles can also be reduced by applying AHA enriched cream in a clockwise motion with the index finger.

• Shades are an essential part of any traveller’s kit. Use them to shield your eyes from direct sunlight.

Hair and Heat

• Perspiration can potentially damage your hair a lot. Sweat makes hair all sticky and dirty. Clean your hair every alternate day or so. Know your hair type and choose your shampoos and conditioners accordingly.

• Cover your hair and protect it from direct sunlight.

• Go with a copact hairstyle like braids or ponytails to avoid any perspiration damage.

(The author is the Director of ALPS Clinic and Academy)

 Go Organic on Your Skin

The transition of beauty from a perceived makeup-only business to a complete and wholesome skin care regimen has given way to the need for organic products. No makeup shelf is complete without natural and organic products. Beauty expert and Director at Alps Cosmetic Clinic, Bharti Taneja, talks about India`s rising obsession with the organic products.

Need for Natural

The global demand for organic personal care products was over $7.6 billion in 2012 and is expected to reach $13.2 billion by 2018. The market is witnessing a steady growth due to increasing consumer incomes and awareness along with the changing lifestyle demands. India is also experiencing the same thus if not now, it is surely a huge market in the near future. The consumers today are becoming increasingly aware of following a good skin care regimen with beauty products that promise to benefit their skin in more than one way. Also, the media and internet is educating and sensitising the consumers about the ill-effects caused by long term use of chemicals contained in some of the other beauty products.

What`s Organic?

The new crops of organic products are enriched with vitamins and minerals. "Organic" simply refers to how the ingredients of a product were cultivated without pesticides, fertilizers, growth hormones or other such chemicals. Not only are the ingredients grown naturally, the processing of the products does not involve use of alcohol or synthetic chemicals. They are always preservatives free and mostly without any fragrance.

Price Point

The pricing is of course higher than the other products. Brands like Sephora, Bare Minerals and Afterglow are slightly expensive owing to the expensive formulation techniques like baking the foundation etc and rich vitamins and minerals but they are worth every rupee. Brands like Physicians Formula are available at a lesser price. Overall, the pricing of organic products is fair and people are warming up to the idea of spending more on impeccable skincare routines.

Beauty Benefit

What`s noteworthy is that these organic formulas apart from just being natural and eco-friendly, also deliver great results and are easily accessible nowadays. Proper use of these products can be really beneficial as they are extremely natural and skin friendly. They also penetrate deep into the skin without causing any irritation. Enriched with rich vitamins and minerals, their long term use nourishes improves the health of the skin. It helps to cover up the skin imperfections along with acting as a skin care regimen in the process. Such kinds of makeup and skincare products are best suited for sensitive skin.

Join the bandwagon

The brand Pure&True genuinely work for betterment of the society. Not only are the products A-grade but their workforce comprises of unemployed people and the money they earn also goes into charity. Bare Minerals help you steer away from inorganic substances like formaldehyde, parabens and talc substituting it with essential minerals and vitamins delicately nourish and heal the skin. There is no end to what products and companies can claim on their label but we can only hope they comply with all that they mention. But, as an informed consumer you can do your bit by checking on the internet and staying vigilant about the pros and cons of a product on you and others.

(The author is the Director of ALPS Clinic and Academy)

Travelling Kit For Summer

                           

by Bharti Taneja

चिलचिलाती गर्मियों में खुद को राहत देने के लिए ज्यादातर लोग ठंडी फिज़ाओं से भरे पहाड़ी इलाकों की तरफ रूख कर लेते हैं। हसीं वादियों में कहीं किसी कमी की वजह से आपकी खूबसूरती फीकी न पड़ जाए, इसके लिए आप एक ट्रैवलिंग किट तैयार कर सकती हैं। कैसे करें इस किट को मेनटेन, इसके लिए सुप्रसिद्ध कॉस्मेटोलॉज़िस्ट, ऐस्थिटीशियन व एल्पस कॉस्मेटिक क्लीनिक की फांउडर डॉयरेक्टर भारती तनेजा जी बता रही हैं...कुछ खास टिप्स।

·        सलीके से करें सामान फिट- ट्रैवल करते वक्त कुछ सामान ऐसे होते हैं जिनकी हमें घड़ी-घड़ी जरूरत पड़ती है। ऐसे में उस सामान को किट की बजाय अपने पर्स या हैंडबैग में ही रखना चाहिए ताकि जरूरत पड़ने पर आप उसे आसानी से निकाल सके। सफर करते समय हैंड टॉवल, फेस वॉश, वेट टिशू, सोप स्ट्रिप, हेयर ब्रश, हेयर पिन, मॉयश्चराइजर व सनस्क्रीन लोशन की छोटी शीशी अपने पर्स में हमेशा रखें। जबकि ट्रैवलिंग किट में आप शैंपू, कंडीशनर, ऑयल,बॉडी वॉश जैसे बड़े-बड़े ऑयटम रख सकती हैं।

·        मौसम का भी रखें ख्याल- बेशक आप घूमने समर वैकेशन में जा रहे हैं लेकिन आपकी मंजिल पहाड़ी इलाकों में ही बसी होती है इसलिए किट में सामान वहां के मौसम को ध्यान में रखते हुए ही रखें। इसके अलावा पहाड़ी इलाकों की धूप बहुत तेज होती है,  इसलिए अपनी किट में कम से कम 30 एस.पी.एफ युक्त सनस्क्रीन जरूर रखें।

·     मेनटेन करें लाइट किट- बहुत ज्यादा भारी व बड़े प्रोडक्टस रख लेने से किट अक्सर भारी हो जाती है जिस कारण वो कभी-कभी फट भी जाती है या फिर उसकी चेन खराब हो जाती है। ऐसे में किट में हल्के से हल्का सामान रखने की कोशिश करें। जैसे शैंपू, कंडीशनर व ऑयल की शीशी की बजाय पॉउच रख लें। बड़े-बड़े पैकेजिंग की बजाय छोटी-छोटी शीशियों का इस्तेमाल करें। इसके साथ ही किट को बहुत ज्यादा भर लेने से भी उसमें कोई चीज आसानी से दिखती नहीं है, ऐसे में आप इस सामान को छोटे-छोटे लचीले पॉउचो में भी रख सकती हैं ताकि किट के अंदर कम जगह में सारा सामान आसानी से मिल जाए और किट भी भारी न हो।

·        क्लोदिंग हो परफेक्ट- कोशिश करें कि ट्रैवलिंग के वक्त बहुत ज्यादा रंगों के कपड़े की बजाय दो या तीन रंग में ही कपड़े लेकर जाए ताकि आपको किट के अंदर ज्यादा शेड्स की लिपस्टिक या नेल पॉलिश न ले जानी पड़े। बस ड्रेस से मैचिंग या कांप्लिमेटिंग एक-दो क्रीमी लिपस्टिक, लिपग्लॉस व नेल पॉलिश से ही काम चल जाए।

·        फुटवियर का हो राइट सेलेक्शन- ट्रिप का मजा तभी आ पाता है, जब आप पूरी तरह कंफर्टेबल हों। अपने सफर को आरामदायक बनाएं रखने के लिए लाइट, फ्लैट मगर ग्रिप वाले शोज का ही चयन करें,  इससे आपको चलने-फिरने में न ही कोई तकलीफ होगी और न ही कोई थकान होगी।

·        ताकि बने रहे सुंदरता सफर में भी- सुबह से लेकर शाम तक घूमते-घूमते चेहरे पर मेकअप का असर खत्म हो जाता है। ऐसे में टच अप के लिए टू वे केक, ब्लशर, लिपस्टिक और यदि लगाना चाहें तो पर्स में स्टिकर बिंदी का एक पैकेट जरूर रख लें। इसके अलावा कलर आई पेंसिल,मसकारा और काजल को तो किट में ही डाल कर रखें। वैसे सफर में समय की बचत करने के लिए आप जाने से पहले पर्मानेंट काजल, लाइनर व लिपस्टिक लगवा सकती हैं। इससे आपको बार-बार काजल, लाइनर व लिपस्टिक लगाने की जरूरत नहीं पड़ेगी साथ ही आप हर पल खूबसूरत दिखेंगी।

·        लाइट वेट ज्वैलरी- इस मौके पर आप ड्रेस से मैचिंग डिजाइनर ज्वैलरी लेकर जा सकती हैं। ये आपकी पर्सनॉलिटी को एन्हांस तो करती ही हैं साथ ही कैरी करने में भी लाइट होती हैं। डायमंड, गोल्ड या चांदी के जेवर को ऐसे मौके पर ले जाने से बचें ताकि आप फ्री होकर हर जगह घूम सके और ज्वैलरी खो जाने का कोई डर भी न सताए। चाहें तो हर सेट को छोटे-छोटे पाउच में रख कर किट में ही रख सकती हैं।

Save Your Skin: Men

Rising pollution level, hastily changing lifestyles, mental depression, makes way for utter skin problems - regardless of the gender. Yes, these skin-woes are as prominent in men as amongst the fairer sex.  Also, as men are mush outdoor creatures their skin is more prone to all such skin-issues. To let one get rid of their skin ailments permanently – one can go for several skin-rejuvenating skin-treatments. These treatments are giving the facials, a run for their money, with the capability to get into the deepest layers of your skin – and therefore are best for the tough skin of the males. Renowned Cosmetologist & Aesthetician and Chair Person of ALPS Beauty Clinics, Dr. Bharti Taneja, reveals all about these treatments and what they have to offer: 

Ozone Treatment: For Treating Acne, Whiteheads & Blackheads

 Acne is a problem not only witnessed by teenage boys – but by adolescent men too. This treatment not only heals acne, blackheads, and whiteheads, but prevents these from re-occurring too. It makes use of ozone that is filled with disinfectant properties and hence, helps in reducing acne-borne infections. It also increases the blood circulation that aids in the removal of white heads and black heads while infusing a radiant glow too. So, go for ozone treatment, if you want a skin – free from acne, black heads and white heads. It also gives boost to the dull skin, by toning and firming it for a younger and brighter look.

Red Laser Treatment: For Treating scars-marks

 With age our skin starts losing its glow and appears dull and lifeless which can mar the look of a gentleman.A healthy regeneration of the skin may help tackle this problem. Red laser works deeper in the skin where cell regeneration process takes place, it stimulates this process of skin renewal there, by giving it a fresher and brighter look. Apart from cell regeneration, laser treatment is enriched with anti-infective & anti-inflammatory properties too. Hence, it is considered best for men with sensitive and acne prone skin. It also helps in increase microcirculation  which makes our skin appear full of life and glowing. Men with dull complexion, scars, acne marks, tanning, fine lines etc. can go for this treatment without even thinking twice!

Yellow Laser Treatment: For Treating Dark Circles & Fine lines of around-eye area

Dark circles are very common amongst urban men who have to sit in front of computer screens all-day-long! Save yourself by opting for the Yellow Laser treatment for the around-eye area. The yellow laser works in the same manner as does the red laser but is mild in intensity and is devoid of infra-red rays. Hence, it can be used over the sensitive parts like – the around eye area, without any worries. It helps to rejuvenate skin around the eyes there by reducing dark circles & wrinkles. So, guys with prominent dark-circles can immediately opt for a Yellow Laser Treatment. The treatment also intensifies lymph drainage around your eyes and therefore is also a great in treating puffy eyes too.

Anti-Ageing Revolution: Q10 Facial!

                                            Credit Role: Ms. Bharti Taneja, Director of ALPS Beauty Clinics..

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Hectic lifestyles and fast-paced schedules have made the signs of ageing appear faster onto our skin. But, when science and beauty both are constantly boasting new inventions – it’s time that they serve this serious issue as well. Expert Cosmetologist and Director of ALPS Beauty Clinics, Ms. Bharti Taneja, reveals, a new technology called “Q10 Facial” and how it helps in combating these early signs of ageing. 

What is Q10 ?

Q10 is a natural co-enzyme which is generally found in our bodies. It is naturally produced in our bodies and is responsible for providing 95% of the energy we use. Not only this, the enzyme also neutralizes the free radicals which are present in our bodies, making the skin glow – both from outside and inside.

Why we need Q10 enriched products:

But, many of us may wonder that if Q10 is already present in our body – why go for products? Actually, the reason behind it is that, as we age the production rate of this enzyme decreases – resulting in to less amount of collagen too in our body. This makes signs of ageing – wrinkles, fine lines to occur on our face early than expected. In such cases, we require cosmetic products containing Q10 enzyme to penetrate deeper inside the skin cells – boosting the collagen production and preventing us from skin ageing issues.

Q10 Facial Treatment:

This facial makes use of Q10 enriched products which are penetrated by machine – enabling all the essential elements penetrate deeper inside the skin – and therefore, making them work better, for achieving the best results for your skin. This makes all the nourishing agents to get absorbed into the skin layers –while repairing it internally; and making it glow, externally. 

Benefits of Q10:

*It energizes your skin while repairing its damaged cells and your skin emerges healthy.

* Q10 enzyme protects against photo ageing too – caused by harsh sun-rays.

* Q10 improves the activity of skin cells deeper within for making your skin look, rejuvenated. *These active cells help in pushing the harmful toxins out of your skin; which enables the nutrients present in the cells to perform better.

* It also boosts the production rate of collagen inside the skin. Collagen is a skin-protein, responsible for maintaining the elasticity of the skin. But, as we age, the collagen amount in our body starts diminishing – making our skin appear saggy.

* Q10 works as an anti-oxidant too – it lessens-up the damaging effects of pollution, sun and stress onto our skin.