Monday, 23 Dec, 2024

Lifestyle

Helping your friend through heartbreak

Life as they say, isn't a bed of roses, and we all have our share of ordeals and trials to deal with. As a friend, you should know how to deal with your friends troubles and be around if you're needed. Here are a few waysTalk: We tend to underestimate the power of communication.

Don't shy away from introverts in office

In a recent blog post, JK Rowling, creator of the Harry Potter series, revealed how she was struck with the idea of the child wizard while travelling alone on a train from Manchester to London.A self-confessed introvert, Rowling was giddy with excitement about the idea but didn't

Women want these 10 things from men

That is the advice actress Neetu Chandra gives to men as she talks about the things men should know about women.1. We love the way you courted us jab we met. The texts, calls, flowers, chocolates, cards, airport pick-ups, weekends away. Please don't stop this when you know you 'have

Online publishing scores big time

Have a great book written, but no publishing house has come forward to publish your book? Say hello to self publishing.A cost effective format, this form of publishing has helped many closet writers turn into successful authors. One such author is Amish Tripathi, who after facing a

Foods to eat for healthy skin

If you want the perfect skin, you don't necessarily have to go out and hunt for expensive products, there are some miracle workers lying in your kitchen cupboard itself. Here are a few.Carrots: Because of its rich Vitamin A content, carrots are the perfect food to munch on for that

Say cheese!: Tips to get a picture perfect smile

Nothing beats a beautiful smile! And with selfies and instant photo sharing becoming a fad, a camera-ready smile is great to have and experts say there are seven ways to achieve that.The experts at toothpaste brand Close Up’s new product Diamond Attraction have listed seven ways to

How to tackle hair fall

Jennifer Aniston is reportedly worried about her excessive hair fall and is undergoing scalp treatments to cure it. But you don't need to invest in expensive treatments to deal with hair fall. TOI lists some simple precautions to keep hair fall at bay...Don't comb your hair when it

5 easy ways to organize your wardrobe

Getting organized is one basic step to maintaining your wardrobe perfect.So, you always land in that proverbial mess when you discover at the end of every weekend when you find complete chaos inside your wardrobe and you can't find your favoutire shirt from the mess that you have

Up your protein with eggs

Taste, nutritional value, availability, and the cost make egg universally popular. Due to the taste, ease, and flexibility of cooking, egg preparations are favourite among bachelors and working couples. This traditional breakfast food is also consumed in different forms though out

Lunch break workout ideas to lose that fat

With summer holidays around the corner, now seems like a better time than ever to do more exercise and eat right to achieve the desired beach-ready body. Few simple workouts during lunch break can help in achieving the desired results, says an expert.Fitness expert James Haskell says

Benefits of an oil massage

    From the 5000-year-old Ayurvedic healing tradition of India to being referenced in the writings of Homer, Socrates and Plato, oil massages are not a new idea. Adding warm massage oil to the experience of a massage can be blissfully relaxing and wonderfully comforting, while it

Tips on How to Care for the Skin around Your Eyes

Every woman wants to look majestic and it’s necessary to care for the skin around the eye area. The skin around your eyes is thin, delicate and sensitive and there are a few certain skin care practices you should take into consideration in order to get rid of bags under your eyes, dark

9 Ways to Get a Good Night’s Sleep Despite Stress

Nowadays a good sleep is a big luxury. We are the society that stays up all night to work, study or have fun. However, going without adequate sleep carries with it both long and short term consequences. It can affect your mood, ability to retain and learn information, and may increase the

7 Things to Do to Spice Up Your Boring Life

When you feel like your life is getting really boring, you should do all possible things to spice up your life. Perhaps you career bothers you with constant obstacles and chronic tension. Moreover, you can be oppressed and bored with love or marriage routine, thinking and dreaming about

Simple steps to glowing skin

DHAKA: It’s not a bad idea after all to go bare faced sometimes, but make sure you have healthy and glowing skin. Ensure drinking water and using sunscreen to get that glow. Here are some tips to boost your skin's health, reports femalefirst.co.uk. Drink lots of water: Every system

Weekly Beauty Tip

DHAKA: This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Sabrina Carpenter’s Beach-y Waves’. Take your makeup box and try… Sabrina Carpenter’s Beach-y Waves Who: Sabrina Carpenter The Expert: Celebrity hairstylist Brian Magallones The Look: Loose, beach-y waves  The Tip: 1. Start by

Easy to do hairstyles for rainy days

The rains are here and we couldn't be happier. The monsoons bring with them a cheer to beat the summer heat, but not everyone's skin and hair is compatible with this season. If you're having one of those days where your hair just refuses to behave itself and you have no clue what to do

Keep skin infections at bay this season

Follow some easy steps to stay away from fungal infections that come to stay for long during monsoons. Feet Fungal infections like candidiasis, tinea, etc. that can be caused to the wetness of skin on different parts of the body. Closed water soaked shoes can make your nails discolored

Beauty mistakes you should avoid

Most women are prone to a few basic grooming mistakes. They either end up washing their hair every single day, or applying too much conditioner to make their hair softer and frizz-free. Some don't wash their hair and make-up brushes, and end up over-plucking their eyebrows. These

Offbeat ideas for your honeymoon

Choosing an exotic location, checking into a luxurious hotel and following a planned itinerary are passe when it comes to young couples who take off on their honeymoons.For, youngsters these days love to experiment and rough it out while taking the first trip with their spouse. Check

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