Messy, Easy, Chic

If you want to look chic and casual at the same time you should try this tutorial for messy bun. The buns are stylish and beautiful, but they are not very interesting sometimes and you are in mood for something more catchy and attractive, but you still want to have the bun. 

So, if you see yourself in this category try to make this easy, interesting and stylish bun:

• Start by making beautiful waves with your curling iron.
• Make a ponytail, but leave some strands all around the tail.
• Use a hair donut for shaping the bun.
• Twist your tail around the donut in order to make wavy, messy bun.
• Use the strands to finish the hairstyle an let the strands from your bang to fall around your face in romantic waves.  

Be scorching hot at parties this summer

With Mumbai summer refusing to bow out, we are left to deal with a rather long stint of heat and humidity.

But are you letting it affect your social life, or rather, 'look'? Here are a few tips to keep in mind when stepping out for a party this summer...

Keep it simple

Beauty consultant Manasi Bhakade states, "Always begin day makeup with a sunblock (at least SPF 30), followed by a light oil-free foundation or BB/CC cream. Shadow and mascara on your eyes and a nourishing lip tint later, you are good to face the day." According to senior makeup artiste Sonic Sarwate, one should choose makeup that blends well with the skin and doesn't feel heavy.

Use concealers

Dr Geeta Oberoi, dermatologist, says, "Use mineral-based makeup and keep your base to a minimum. Rather than using heavy foundation, use concealers to get a flawless face."

Do a double cleansing

Removing makeup is a must before you hit the sack. "Do a double cleansing procedure to unclog pores — a cleanser followed by medicated face wash," says Dr Oberoi. If you have oily skin, do not work your skin too much because it will end up making your skin more oily.

Close pores

You must use an alcohol-free toner after every wash to close open pores.

If you sweat a lot...

"Use lotions containing aluminium chlorohydrate. It works as an antiperspirant. However, in some cases, it can cause skin irritation. So, ask your dermatologist first," Dr Oberoi explains.

Use the right makeup

Dr Sama Rais, dermatologist and cosmetologist, advises using makeup that is 'non-comedogenic' or 'non-acnegenic' — it won't clog pores or cause pimples.

Home remedies

Dr Poonam Wadhwani, cosmetic dermatologist, suggests, "Wear dark colours that hide sweat patches. For dark circles, try home remedies like applying cool tea bags on the eyes for 15 minutes or applying cucumber juice and potato juice."

Get this look

- Use a concealer and then apply a hydrating base that matches your skin tone.

- Use a light-brown or coral-toned blush.

- Apply highlighter on your brow bone, cheeks and in the inner corner of your eyes.

- A warm eye-shadow will enlarge and brighten your peepers.

- Line your eyes with smudge-proof kohl.

- Curl your lashes; apply a coat of mascara.

- Now apply a bright lipstick.

Messy, Easy, Chic

If you want to look chic and casual at the same time you should try this tutorial for messy bun. The buns are stylish and beautiful, but they are not very interesting sometimes and you are in mood for something more catchy and attractive, but you still want to have the bun. 

So, if you see yourself in this category try to make this easy, interesting and stylish bun:

• Start by making beautiful waves with your curling iron.
• Make a ponytail, but leave some strands all around the tail.
• Use a hair donut for shaping the bun.
• Twist your tail around the donut in order to make wavy, messy bun.
• Use the strands to finish the hairstyle an let the strands from your bang to fall around your face in romantic waves.  

7 ways to look stunning

Discover your true self

Look great by figuring out who you truly are and work with what you have, instead of trying to be someone else. Find out what are the things that you like doing, what you like wearing etc. Once you strike the right chord with yourself, the path will be easy for you.

Gain confidence

Improving your appeal is not only about making others see you as a s

exy person. It is how you feel about yourself. To do this, you need to look within. Engage in activities which you feel will make you sexy. It could be anything from learning a new language, taking up a new dance form or travelling alone.

Find out your style

At times, it is easy to get carried away and ape someone blindly. But when you figure out what suits you the best, there's nothing more exhilarating than that. Opt for something that you feel sexy in. It could be a dress, jeans and a T-shirt, sneakers, heels etc. If you think you've had a boring style till date, take a chance and go in for a makeover.

Wear make-up more often

An instant way to look your best is by sporting makeup that makes you look glamorous. Choose from a wide range of bold lipsticks in shades of reds, pinks and mauves. For your eyes, opt for the smokey eye look or the winged style of the 60s, while for your cheeks you can apply blush in shades of brown and pinks.

Get healthy

Believe it or not but looks can actually change your overall perception about yourself. If you've been lethargic till date, here's your chance to look good. Being fit does make you look more attractive. Hit the gym and start eating healthy. Make it a point to have breakfast every day before you leave for work. Have five small meals a day to ensure that your metabolism is functioning well.

Reward yourself

Remunerating yourself with every small progress that you make will definitely give a boost to your sex appeal.

Every time you achieve your targets, pamper yourself by going in for a spa treatment or going out on a dinner date with your beloved. When you reward yourself for doing things that you have decided, it keeps you motivated and also makes you look great.

Stop worrying

To make sure that you look great, stop stressing over things that are not important. Stress makes you look dull, making fine lines and wrinkles to appear on your forehead.

Smile grooming tips

Follow these tips

• Avoid excessive intake of colored food and beverages like coffee & tea as it stains your teeth
• Red wine also causes discoloration of teeth, so avoid red wine
• Certain fruits have the ability to whiten teeth naturally acting as excellent tooth whiteners, you can try mashing up a strawberry and mixing it with a small amount of baking soda to create your own whitening toothpaste. The acids in the strawberry work to polish and whiten your teeth.
• Quitting cigarettes may be harder than it sounds but will do wonders for your teeth
• You may not want to try this with hot coffee, but sipping iced tea, cola, and fruit juices through a plastic straw will reduce your teeth's exposure to these staining beverages

• Brush twice a day in a circular motion also ensure massaging your gums
• Visit your dentist every 6 months for a check-up
• Use an even bristle toothbrush
• Gargle after every meal with mouthwash or regular water, do not forget to floss your teeth

(Inputs by Image Consultant and Grooming Expert Rukshana Eisa, SmileBar)