My Take: Omved Tired Foot Soak

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 3/22/2013 6:09:00 AM

'What It ClaimsRejuvenate and refresh sore and tired muscles with this blissful pampering soak. Therapeutic minerals and aromatic oils cleanse and condition while neutralizing odors.Mineral-rich, Himalayan pink rock salt is a cleansing agent, drawing out impurities and toxins from the body and relaxing the tissues.Epsom Salts eases stress, relaxes stiff muscles and aching limbs and softens skin.Clary Sage is an antibacterial muscle toner and eases soreness.Cooling Peppermint relieves(...)'

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Style Diary: It's A Man Thing !!!

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 3/8/2013 6:39:00 AM

'For me fashion is experimentation and stretching the limits of normal boundaries.But that does not mean I love looking like a clown.I'm pretty self conscious and if people start staring at me I always tend to think the worst.And that is essentially why I experiment within the safe haven of my home.Even though I tend to keep some of my outrageous creation within wraps(a sequined black jumpsuit for instance) I do tend to test some of the milder ones in public.I love the idea of men's (...)'

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Oscar’s Best Beauty Hits... And Some Misses!

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 3/2/2013 5:32:00 PM

'The best part of the Oscars, is that we’re all invited to the after-party.  You know, the time after the awards when we rip certain celebs apart for their bad taste or clamor for the hottest dress or hairstyle.  It’s all in good fun, because in Hollywood, award ceremonies or Project Runway; one day you’re in and the next day you’re out!  Here are some of my best/worst picks for the night. Lets start off with men. Boring! I can’t really say there was a worst dressed(...)'

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Splurge And Save Online With CouponDunia

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 2/26/2013 3:30:00 PM

'Hey Guys, I’ve just come across CouponDunia, an amazing site for finding coupons & deals for online stores like Myntra, FlipKart, SnapDeal, Tradus, BeStylish, Pepperfry, ShopClues & many more.CouponDunia, is India’s Largest Coupon & Deal site, and has over 150,000 Likes on FaceBook !CouponDunia covers deals/coupons for products across various categories from Cosmetics, Clothes, Lingerie, Perfumes & Watches to Air Tickets to Electronics.They even have an option to sub(...)'

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Look Your Oscar Best With The Rule Of 3

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 2/26/2013 11:16:00 AM

'Rooney Mara rocking the rule of threeThe ultimate night for elegant and classic beauty is the Academy Awards. The Oscars is the one night where celebrities go all out in making sure everything is perfect. They’re stitched into their dresses with millions of dollars in diamonds around their neck, perfectly coiffed hair, and of course flawless makeup over glowing skin.Let’s face it, the average woman does not have a team of well paid professionals putting them together every time(...)'

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Mythbusters: Hair Care

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 12/26/2012 9:02:00 AM

'It's easy to concoct hair myths since most people are pretty attached to their mane and would happily believe anything.And once a hair rumour starts its pretty difficult to contain it until it's wrecked the brains of some very sensible people.Listed below are five of the oldest and most common hair myths along with the actual facts.Myth #1  “Switching shampoos makes hair healthier”BustedI've heard this advice advocated by almost everyone I know and I did blindly believe it for(...)'

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Putting An End To Split Ends

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 10/17/2012 5:24:00 PM

'Everyone is prone to having split ends. The daily wear and tear that your hair experiences are enough to cause hair breakage. Having split ends specifically can be pretty embarrassing. A lot of women go through this hair problem without knowing how to handle it. To help you avoid split ends, there are two areas you need to know about — the cause and the prevention. We’ll look into these two closely and hopefully it will guide you in handling your hair better.Causes of Split Ends Spl(...)'

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September Vellvette Box: Unboxing And Review

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 10/1/2012 6:22:00 PM

'Beauty boxes came to India with a lot of fanfare although we never got to see an actual box with the exception of one.So when I first heard about Vellvette Box I was a bit sceptical.But after loads of digging I must admit I'm convinced that Vellvette Box is the real deal.For those of you who are clueless about the beauty box concept here is a rundown.Beauty box is a monthly subscription service (in case of Vellvette Box 1/3/6 month or a heavily discounted annual subscription) where (...)'

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Wear Makeup And Keep Looking Natural

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 8/6/2012 3:12:00 PM

'Some girls are just naturals when it comes to make-up (no pun intended). They never learned how to do it; yet, their common sense tells them what to wear, in what amount, and how to apply it. However, it is very common for other people to need some help. There are girls who don’t even do their make-up for this reason. Too much make-up doesn’t look good either, especially nowadays where a natural look is more valuable than too much production. Many times, however, you may feel that y(...)'

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Win Nivea Sun Gift Hampers

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 7/24/2012 2:54:00 PM

'You can’t avoid going out in the sun but when you step out in the sun, it starts damaging your skin and beauty. Prolonged sun exposure causes adverse effects on your skin which cannot be ignored. Many of us are aware of the harmful effects but avoid wearing sun protection because of its messy and oily nature that causes profuse sweating. Wouldn’t it be great to have a sunscreen lotion that understands your skin needs and provides you complete sun care protection while being light &a(...)'

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Bifocal Contact Lenses

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 7/23/2012 5:02:00 PM

'As one ages, the need for corrective vision tools increases. Over time, one’s eyes simply start to have problems. The ability of sight can decline over time. One condition that occurs as people age is known as presbyopia. This is where the eyes have difficulty focusing on items within a close proximity. This condition occurs because the flexibility of the eyes decreases with age. Typically, with this condition, bifocals will be needed at some point. In the past, wearers of bifocals (...)'

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The Dove Healthy Hair Boot Camp

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 7/18/2012 7:52:00 PM

'Everyone covets beautiful, lustrous, glorious hair but who has the time to actually make efforts to achieve enviable tresses? Add to that pollution, stress and unhealthy habits and you have got a ticking time bomb waiting to explode and ruin your hair.Worried? Don't be because in reality having healthy hair is easier than you think.Don't believe me? Well then just try the month long healthy hair boot camp and you'll become a believer.I have experimented with my hair more times (...)'

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Style Diary: 5 Celebrity Beauty Trends That Really Didn't Work

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 6/27/2012 2:07:00 PM

'Celebrities make up a whole lot of column inches nowadays and plenty of it is to do with their style. Whether it is good, bad or indifferent we’re treated to a make-up bag fit to burst, of looks, hair-dos and trends. And how much do we love those trends? We lap them up and try them out; Hollywood to the high street is nothing more than the flick of a page of Heat away. These trends however aren’t always that easy to pull off, there was a fateful night where I hit the town in a sequi(...)'

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Skintillating: Get Ready To Glow This Monsoon

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 6/24/2012 3:26:00 PM

'The onset of monsoon is a welcome relief after the sweltering summer heat. The thick grey clouds and the cool breeze makes you hum. But don't be surprised if your skin doesn't share your fervour.The rainy season brings with it an increase in humidity, grime and pollution, which has the potential to play havoc with our skin. To fight all the skin woes, one is required to follow a simple but effective skin care regime. Keep your skin fresh and glowing by following these expert tips by(...)'

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The Shoe Love Giveaway

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 6/6/2012 6:17:00 PM

'Who does not love shoes specially when you combine it with a giveaway.Here's your chance to win one of five exquisite pair of shoes from Wholesale-Dress.net by simply expressing your love for shoes.Wholesale-Dress.net  is a China based fashion retail webstore specializing in Asian clothing, shoes, bags and accessories at wholesale rates.They have the most amazing collection of shoes (over 15,000) at dirt cheap prices and have become the it online shopping destination for everyo(...)'

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Launch Pad: New Pond's White Beauty With GenWhite™ Formula

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 6/4/2012 12:54:00 PM

'Every time I come across a product with whitening/fairness claims I tend to look the other way.Not because they scream scam (which they do btw) but simply because any beauty product natural or manufactured cannot change your skin colour.Skin colour is genetically defined and cannot be altered by using a pot of magical cream.But since your skin colour is affected by a number of external environmental factors which over time make skin look dull and damaged eventually going over to the(...)'

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8 Ways To Keep Cool, Whilst Looking Hot This Summer!

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 5/30/2012 7:35:00 PM

'Image SourceSummer is with us and as beautiful those bright mornings and long days are, sometimes it’s a task just deciding what to wear and how to cope with the climate. This guest post, contributed by I Need Pampering, is here to help you handle the current heat whilst maintaining your style!Footwear   Image SourceIf you are looking for footwear that can keep your feet cool and comfortable yet still looking stylish, opt for a shoe that can breathe. A flat open sanda(...)'

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Look Beach Hot In A Jiffy

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 5/26/2012 8:16:00 PM

'Summers spell long hot dreary days spent sweating it out in the sun.And the best way to get out of a summer induced rut is to head over to the nearest beach destination and have fun prancing around surf and sand with your girlfriends.Which is exactly what I'm planning to do come June with Kyra, the sunshine girl and Lakmé Sun Expert.Frolicking in the waves, sipping mojitos and making new friends is on my vacation agenda but not before prepping for beach season.So get set and ready f(...)'

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Looking to Buy Makeup? Try Coupons to Cut on Costs

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 5/21/2012 5:23:00 PM

'As if being a woman wasn't hard enough already, being beautiful doesn't come cheap! Although clothes, shoes and accessories come to mind first when we think of expensive stuff us girls invest in, makeup can also break your bank if you're not careful. Even if you don't wear makeup everyday, you'll find yourself having to replace expired products all too often. For instance, mascara must be replaced every three to six months to avoid spreading bacterial infection. Same goes for concea(...)'

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Freshly Shopped: Another Wholesale-Dress.net Haul

Author : Sonia Kapoor      Blog : Beauty And The Blog      Date : 5/16/2012 6:03:00 PM

'The Rupee is at an all time low these days ($54 !$&*^#@*% ) which makes hauling/shopping posts a bad idea right now.So it's a good thing that this haul is from one of the cheapest online fashion stores: Wholesale-Dress.net.The prices are wholesale and the collection is absolutely mind boggling.Once you decide to shop it's going to take hours and hours of fun browsing to narrow down your choice.My previous experience was a great one and this time around too the haul turned out to(...)'

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