Pre-Wedding Beauty Rituals With Turmeric
Indians are well aware of the antiseptic properties of haldi (turmeric) and no Indian kitchen is complete without this wonder herb. It has i... Continue Reading
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Tips For A Healthy Liver, Hair, Getting Rid Of Chest Congest...
Kadi patta or curry leaf is a staple in Indian dishes. There is more to the humble curry leaf than simply flavour. Curry leaves are packed w... Continue Reading
Detox Using Lemon Ginger
Infused water is just not a fashion; it is for those who follow health with a passion. Say hello to a more energetic you, with positivity yo... Continue Reading
Detox Using Pineapple Parsley and Lemons
Infused water is just not a fashion; it is for those who follow health with a passion. Say hello to a more energetic you, with positivity yo... Continue Reading
Shringar – The Art Of Dressing Up
The word Shringar instantly conjures images of well adorned women, or ornaments worn by women. While that is true, it is only an aspect. Mor... Continue Reading
The History Of Hairdos
Usually, hairdressing is an art synonymous with women. Historically though, it has been associated with both men and women. A considerable a... Continue Reading
Everything you want to know about Sandalwood
The Kalika Purana categorises Gandha dravyas (fragrances) under the following 10 heads: Ishtagandha or pleasant fragrances like sandalwood, ... Continue Reading
Take care of your teeth with these ancient methods
Trees, shrubs, herbs, flowers, wood and resin are some of the many naturally scented ingredients that form the basis of Ayurveda and modern ... Continue Reading
How to colour your hair black naturally
“To a person whose hair are white, flower wreaths, sandal paste, perfumes smoke, clothes and jewels can give no beauty. It is therefor... Continue Reading
The art of making perfumes. Here is how you can make one
One of the disciplines in Varāhamihira’s Brhatsamhitā is how to make of perfumes known as ‘Gandhayukti’ or the art of maki... Continue Reading
Indian Aromas Scented Oils
Ancient India was well versed with the concept of scents and fragrant substances. Fragrant ointments and oils were considered as accessories... Continue Reading
Indian Aromas
Sense of smell is the first to develop in a human being. It is the most prominent sense in the animal world. In the etheric body, it pertain... Continue Reading
Home-made oil formulae
Depending on the constitution of the individual as well as the property the oil exhibits, Ayurved details the use of specific oils for abhya... Continue Reading
Oils for Ayurvedic massage
In the last article, we discussed the various benefits of an ayurvedic massage. Let us now look at some of the oils used for the purpose. Ay... Continue Reading