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DIY: Get Voluminous Lustrous Hair

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Volumizing products can only give you temporary volume in your hair. Do you want your hair to be voluminous and shiny (not greasy) forever?, then keep on reading…

You Need:
Coconut Oil
Castor Oil
Olive Oil
Almond Oil

Coconut Oil strengthens hair. Castor oil makes hair voluminous. Olive Oil makes hair shiny (not greasy) and Almond Oil nourishes hair.

Directions:
Wash your hair at night with your chosen shampoo. Let your hair air-dry. Until your hair dries, prepare your oils. Mix all the oils together taking enough amounts depending on your hair length. Take all the oils in equal amounts. Then put the mixed oils in microwave bowl and heat it up to be warm enough to apply. Warm oil opens up the pores and will be absorbed effectively by the hair follicles. When ALL your hair dries, massage the oils in your scalp and apply the rest on your hair. Secure your hair tightly with a cloth, and leave it overnight.
Do this at least once a week and your efforts will definitely show on your hair. Take Care.

Love Krishna xxx

5 Ways to Dye Hair Naturally. Just Pick your Colour.

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Dying hair whether at home or at salons, will definitely damage your hair. But doing it naturally will not cause any damage. You just pick the colour you want and give it a try 🙂 I want you all to know that I don’t promise, it will work effectively on everyone in just one go. You will have to try them at least 2 times to get the intense colour.

 I haven’t tried any of them yet. I would love to but I don’t get time these days 🙁 

Before trying out these hair dyes, make sure your hair is clean and without any products. If you are not feeling comfortable with the outcomes then test a small strand of your hair with these dyes.

1st Hair Dye:
Henna (Mehndi)
Check the colour chart HERE.

Directions:
Henna is PERFECT if you want your hair to be glossy, thick and long. DO NOT use henna dye that has chemicals in it and which is black in colour. You will find Henna in any Indian stores. Ask the shopkeeper if it is natural before buying it. Also buy the powder form of henna. If you are scared of the results, then test it on a small strand of hair and time it to check how long you should leave it for your hair colour choice. This will work only in 1 go.

Directions: Mix the powder henna with yogurt until its a yogurt like consistency. Let it sit overnight. Then in the morning put on plastic gloves and separate your hair in few parts depending on the volume of your hair. But averagely separate top + bottom head. Clip away the top part and apply the henna mixture in the bottom part. Do the same with the top. If you get henna on forehead, wipe it off because it will stain your skin. The stain goes away in a day or two. When you have got the henna applied, wrap your head with a piece of cloth that covers all your hair. It won’t stain your bath tub so don’t worry about that. If you are trying it for the first time then leave it on for only an hour and rinse it all out. Later if you want more intense colour then try it again and leave it on for longer. Wash your hair with a shampoo made for colour treated hair.

2nd Hair Dye:
Honey

Directions:
Honey bleaches your hair naturally so it is perfect if you want a lighter shade than your natural colour. Mix honey and yoghurt together to make it non-sticky. Take enough yoghurt to make honey non-sticky and take honey depending on your hair length. Apply it and leave it on for at least 2 hours. It won’t work in 1 go, you have to do this for at least 3-4 times. Do this only once a week.

3rd Hair Dye:
Black Tea

Directions:
Black Tea gives your hair a darker shade than your natural hair colour. Brew 2 cups of strong tea. When its warm enough rinse with it. Take out the excess tea water and leave the rest on for 3-4 hours and then rinse your hair gently with pure water. Do this 3-4 times and you should notice the colour change.

4th Hair Dye:
Coffee

Directions: 
Coffee gives you red and brown highlights in dark hair. Prepare 2 cups of strong coffee as you would to drink. Wash your hair with a good shampoo and then put this mixture in a small tub. Put the tub in your bath tub and dip your hair in it. Rinse your hair over and over again with the mixture from the tub with a glass or some container. Work the coffee thoroughly. Take the excess coffee mixture out and leave the rest in hair for 3-4 hours and then rinse with plain water. You should notice a few highlights after doing this 3-4 times.

5th Hair Dye:
Rhubarb Root

Directions:
Visit your local health store to get an access to buy Rhubarb Root. This plant lightens your hair from honey brown to blonde or light brown. It lightens any hair colour, a shade or two. Simmer the root in 4 cups of water in a glass or non metal pot for about an hour. Let it cool down and then strain it through a sieve. Put the mixture in a small tub and use this mixture to rinse your hair after washing it with a shampoo. Pour the mixture on your hair over and over again to get the colour. Rinse hair with 2 cups of pure water to get the mixture out and leave your hair to dry in sun so the colour comes out better.

You can also buy this hair dye which is made naturally. It is called Naturtint Permanent Hair Colourant. Click HERE to see. You can buy it online from the website or from any drug stores/health stores.

If you have any questions, ask me in the comment section below. Take Care.

Love Krishna xxx

DIY: 8 Ways to Get rid of Black Knees/Elbow

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Black Knees and Elbows is common in South Asian/African communities. And unfortunately I had them too :(. But how come all the celebrities don’t have them? I wondered and then I did a little bit of research and came up with 8 Natural ways to cure it.

I was a little ashamed of them and I couldn’t wear short/skirts when I was 13 but now I wear them without being embarrassed of them. Knees and Elbows become dark because of dead skin cells. To get rid of these dead skin cells, you need ingredients that exfoliate and bleach dark skin Naturally.

After trying out these recipes, It is very important to MOISTURISE. Any moisturiser will work but I recommend cocoa butter or olive oil or almond oil. If you don’t moisturise them then they will become darker.

1) You Need:
Baking Soda
Milk


Mix enough milk to make baking soda a little damp. Apply the paste on knees or elbows and scrub it in circular motions.
Repeat these steps until you notice, your knees have became lighter

2) You Need:
1 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp Sugar
1 tsp Olive Oil

Turmeric lightens the skin and olive oil provides the moisture to dry skin. Sugar gets rid of the dead skin cells!
Mix them well together and Apply + Rub in Circular motions.

3) You Need:
Lemon
Gram Flour

Add enough lemon juice to make gram flour damp. Lemon is a natural bleach and will reduce the darkness. Apply + Rub in Circular motions.
However, gram flour can be a little drying on skin so if you already have dry skin then I suggest you not to try this remedy.

4) You Need: (I tried this one and it worked pretty well for me)
Almond Oil

Just rub the almond oil on knees. This oil has natural bleaching properties and will also make your skin glow. It is the most inexpensive way.
I did this every night before going to bed! And I noticed the results in only 2 weeks.

5) You Need:
Anything that exfoliates your body (loofah, dry brush etc…)

Scrub your knees with loofah or whatever you have, when you are having a shower and scrub with them in circular motions.
Sometimes the dark pigmentation is caused by the build-up of dead skin cells. And to get rid of them exfoliation is the key  🙂

6) You Need:
Really amazing moisturiser. I recommend either Cocoa butter or Shea butter

Dark knees/elbows are also caused by dry skin, so you need A LOT of moisturiser if you notice your knees/elbows are flaky.  {P.S Shea butter is the BEST moisturiser I have ever tried}

7) You Need:
Sunscreen Lotion

Knees/elbows are most exposed in sun during summer. No doubt they will become dark if exposed without sunscreen lotion applied. You can use sunscreen lotion as a moisturiser and to lighten dark knees/elbows after shower. 

8) You Need:
Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe Vera gel reduces dark scars/sun damage caused by over-exposure of knees/elbows. You can buy pure aloe Vera gel from any drug stores/pharmacies/health stores.


One of the tricks I used:
Take two strips of cloth that are wide enough to cover your knees/elbows and some almond oil. Apply almond oil on knees/elbows and massage it for 2 mins. Tie 2 strips of cloths around knees to keep the moisture in and leave them over night. In the morning, scrub your knees/elbows with loofah and wash off the oil in the shower. Moisturise your knees/elbows after shower and Repeat until you see results.

Hope it works for you guys.
Take Care.

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DIY: Gentle Exfoliators for Acne Prone Skin

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If you have acne or pimples and you are afraid that exfoliating will make it worse.. Try this DIY natural exfoliator. Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cells and open up the clogged pores by removing oils/dirt. Many exfoliating products contain alcohol which dries your skin making it look dull.

So it is best to use natural exfoliators especially if you have dry/sensitive skin.

  • If you have oily skin exfoliate 4 times per week
  • If you have dry skin exfoliate twice a week
  • If you have combination skin exfoliate 4-5 times a week
  • If you have sensitive skin exfoliate 1-2 times a week
Before exfoliating, wash your face with warm water to open up the pores.
1st Recipe: You Need: (For oily, combination skin)
1/2 tsp Salt
1 tsp honey
Apply it on the face and rub in circular motions.
2nd Recipe: You Need: (For dry, sensitive skin)
1 tbsp Rolled oats
Directions:
Put the oats in a small bowl and add water, enough to make the oats a little damp. Apply and rub in circular motions. You can also watch the linked video. DIY oatmeal cleanser/exfoliator
3rd Recipe: You Need: (For all skin types and this is my favourite one. I use it EVERYDAY)
1 tsp Bajri flour (I know you have probably never heard of this but you can find it in Indian stores)
It has grey-ish colour. Add enough water/milk to make it damp and rub in circular motions. 
Personal Experience: 
I have used this SO many times, like for 2 years and I LOVED it out of all the other exfoliators. It has these little grains which makes it perfect for exfoliating. And it is for all skin types so any of you guys can use it. Take Care.
Love Krishna xxx

DIY: cleanser+toner+moisturiser For Acne Prone Skin

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This is a 3 in 1 All-Natural cleanser, toner and moisturiser for Acne proned skin. Yup, That’s right. This facial mask is really good for those busy days when you don’t have to waste time on slapping different products on skin for different purposes.

You Need: 
2 tbsp of Organic Yoghurt ( with at-least 10% fat)
If you have oily skin then choose the yoghurt with no more than 10% fat. 
Directions:
Wash your face and neck with warm water to open up the pores, so the skin can absorb nutrients. Also if you have time, try exfoliating face with a gentle exfoliator, because they remove all the dirt and dead skin cells that clog up pores. DO NOT use harsh exfoliators, as they will worsen the acne. (I will soon post DIY Natural Exfoliator for acne prone skin, so keep your eye on my blog). Then just apply the yoghurt on your face and neck if you want an even skin tone. 
Personal Experience:
I couldn’t find any other ingredient better than yoghurt that you can use as a 3 in 1 facial mask. It is the BEST one I have tried so far. It has lots of vitamins and minerals that are skin-friendly. Applying on skin will also minimize those huge pores. I use this mask everyday and I see A LOT of difference. So I really recommend it. Its suitable for All skin types.
Research shows, even eating yoghurt helps acne. So stuff your snacks with yoghurt and give your skin a beautiful glow. Take Care.
Love Krishna xxx

DIY: 7 ways to get rid of dark circles/ANY type of scar/Stretch Marks.

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These 7 ways I am sharing, are theMOST EFFECTIVE ways that makes those ridiculous scars disappear, no matter what type they are (acne scars, tissue scars etc). Make sure you are NOT allergic to any of the ingredients I am going to mention.

1st Solution: (For dark circles and scars) You Need:

1/2 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp yogurt (at least 10% fat)
4-5 drops Lemon Juice

Directions:

You can find turmeric powder in any Asian/Indian stores. Mix the ingredients together in a small container and Apply it on the scar. Leave it on for as long as you can but at least more than 10 mins. It won’t show results only in one go. Repeat the steps everyday until the scar is completely gone. Usually it takes around 2 weeks.

2nd Solution: (For Dark circles, scars and stretch marks) You Need:

Aloe Vera Gel

Directions: 

You can find this gel at any drugs stores/pharmacies. Take some gel (depends on the size of the scar) and rub it on the scar in Circular Motions until your skin absorbs it.

3rd Solution: (For scars and stretch marks) You Need:

1 tbsp Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 tsp turmeric powder/ gram flour

Directions:

Mix them well and apply it on the scar. Leave it as long as you can. You can also rub ONLY olive oil and leave it on the scar overnight. It will be more effective.

 
4th Solution: (For scars only) You Need:

A slice of lemon

Directions:

Just rub it on the scar in circular motions. Do not rinse it off. Leave it over night and rinse it in the morning. Or leave it as long as possible.

 
5th Solution: (For dark circles, scars and stretch marks) You Need:

Cocoa Butter

Directions:

You can find this at any drugstores/pharmacies. They are pretty cheap. For dark circles, just dab it on the skin under eyes. For scars and stretch marks, rub it in circular motions until they disappear. Usually takes 2 weeks.

 
6th Solution (For scars and stretch marks) You Need:

Bio-Oil

Directions: 

You can find these at any drugstores/pharmacies. Apply it as directed on the bottle. These are effective on very old scars.

 

7th Solution: (For Built up tissue scars, acne scars and stretch marks) You Need:
Silicone Scar sheets
OR
Cica care Gel Sheet

Directions:

These are a little pricey but VERY effective. Buy them from drugstores/pharmacies. Apply it as directed on the pack. These also work on those tissue scars which are built up from stitches or any wounds. Works excellent on stretch marks too.

I hope it works on you all.

Take care.

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Lose weight from a glass of homemade drink.

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I have Two DIY home made recipes which helps you lose weight. This is a lazy way to lose weight. It burns hundreds of calories even if you are just sitting down on your computer. It also increases your metabolism which helps in weight loss.

1st Recipe. You Need:

2 tsp Honey
1 tsp Cinnamon
1cup/ 8oz/ 237 ml Water

Directions:

1) Use 1 part of cinnamon to 2 parts of raw honey. 1 tsp cinnamon to 2 tsp honey is recommended.
2) Boil 1 cup/8oz/237 ml of water.
3) Pour the boiling water on cinnamon. Cover it and let it steep until it is warm enough to drink.
4) Add honey when the water is cool/warm. Never add honey when it is hot as the heat will destroy the enzymes and other nutrients in the raw honey.
5) Drink 1/2 of this before going to bed. The other half should be covered and refrigerated and drink it in the morning. Do not re-heat it in the morning.

Do not add any flavours in this mixture. And this recipe only works if you drink it on empty stomach.
Scientists have researched on this and the beneficial effects of honey and cinnamon target the phenomenon of insulin resistance and the condition called metabolic syndrome. This recipe also helps people with diseases. I am not going to name them because there are hundreds of them.

I drink this every morning and night. My weight haven’t moved over 48 kg because I need to gain some weight as per my height. I just drink it because its healthy.

2nd Recipe. You Need:
1cup/80z/237 ml of Pineapple Juice

Directions:
Just drink it. Pineapple contains bromelain which helps in weight loss. It is also good for skin and digestion. To include this in diet buy a smoothie which has pineapple in it or eat fruit salads. Add pineapple in anything and everything. Its totally worth it. Take care.

Love Krishna xxx

DIY: Get Rid Of That pimple Overnight!

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You guys might be wondering how is it possible to get rid of a pimple overnight with things that you usually find in your kitchen.. Well I assure you its 100% Possible and Natural.. This is an ancient Indian Recipe which was lost through centuries.. 



My mum told me about this recipe when I got my first pimple.. It was a nightmare 🙁 But when I woke up in the morning in front of my mirror and saw that it was GONE.. It works very effectively on my skin.. Now I don’t guarantee it will work on Everyone because everyone has different types of skin. So lets get started..

You Need:
Honey
Cinnamon Powder


Be sure that you are not allergic to Cinnamon so test it before use. It might feel a little itchy in the start but that’s how it works. You will find it in any Indian/Asian grocery stores.

Directions:

Take 1 tsp of honey and a pinch of cinnamon powder. Mix it well and apply it directly on the pimple. Leave it over night. I know its sticky and yucky but trust me ITS WORTH IT. 


This recipe has worked a LOT on my skin.. When I had acne, I would have walked with my face down and wouldn’t talk to much with people but since I tried this trick it has cleared up 90% of acne from my face and I feel so much confident. Now I walk with my head up and a Big Smile. Hope it works on you guys.. Take care.

Love Krishna xxx

DIY beauty tutorials!!

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Hey Guys!! I just made a new blog to share my DIY recipes with you all. I have hundreds of them because I am addicted to do some research on Natural Beauty. I hate using those chemicals. Some of them work on us but remember whatever is Man-Made always have side effects plus why make your skin/hair suffer from harmful ingredients when you can use natural ones which work more effective than chemicals. These beauty tutorials will not only make you glow but will also save tons of money which you spend on expensive products.

I don’t have many followers now but I am working on it very hard and if I get more than hundred followers than I might also start my own youtube channel featuring these tutorials. So please check out my posts and hit that Follow button and I will work hard to satisfy your needs. You can also email me your problems or questions and I will reply them back if I have a DIY solution :). I will start posting them from tomorrow. That is all for now. Stay Tuned and Take care. 

Love Krishna xxx
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