The Grooming Series

How To Take Care Of Your Skin In The Summer Season Naturally

2020-05-27T01:39:00.003+05:30

Season has changed and we have already swapped our winter stuff to summer season stuff. Isn’t It?

But can you tell me why we switch our clothing, makeup and shoes, or even food preference with the season? Well, You must be thinking what an illogical question this is.

Of Course, you have to do so as you can’t wear a warm jacket in summers with a boot. This is not the right choice for your body as it can imbalance your body temperature and can make you feel uncomfortable.

That means You are quite smart, so can you tell me what changes do you make to take care of your skin in the summer season? Do you prefer the natural way?

Those of you who follow some summer season skincare routine, let me know what those are, by commenting below. Also, read the blog to find out if anything you can add to get the best out of in your skincare routine.

And those who are still looking for some tips, read the blogpost thoroughly for the best, and easy to follow tips to take care of your skin in summer naturally from head to toe. Here you go :

1. Water Is Life

Water is an inexpensive tonic or medicine for your skin and organs.

Hydration is significant for the working of inward organs just as our skin which is also said as the biggest organ. Drink 8-10 glasses to keep up your water levels and to forestall dangerous lack of hydration.

Water maintains the elasticity and brings the glow back to your skin. It prevents drying skin, pimple outbreaks, detoxifying your body and skin. There are N number of benefits that can be linked with water. In summers we tend to lose water by sweating and heat so we must maintain the water balance in our body.

2.Shift To Fruits And Vegetables

Time to binge on those brilliant salads, smoothies, juices, and natural products. These solid eatings choices are not just an ideal treat for your taste buds this mid-year, yet additionally, give you an immense measure of cell reinforcements. Thus, it can prove to be a good way to take care of your skin in the summer season naturally.

Must include Seasonal fruits and vegetables in your eating regimen. Organic products like Red grapes have an astonishing substance called Resveratrol. Subsequently, Red grapes are an ideal choice for this mid-year to forestall redness and dryness. Watermelons, berries, litchi, mango etc.are some other choices with their extraordinary benefits. Make a plate of mixed greens with nutrient C rich citrus, berries, tomato, and nutrient E rich Nuts. This sound plate of mixed greens will be an ideal SPF dinner isn’t it?

3. Sunscreen Is Must

Summer 2020 is different from earlier seasons because of the scenario i.e.COVID 19 outburst. Everyone is trying to be at home and working from home. But you should apply sunscreen even when you are not going out.

It is advised to invest in a good sunscreen with SPF 30 and apply it on your skin. Repeat the application every couple of hours when you are exposed to the sun.

But it is also important to apply when you are at home. You can apply it once a day and can prevent UVA rays, which peeps out even from the glass door or window.

4.Rest For Best

A long day to work is equal to a day in summer, right?

But after such a long tiring day, you must get a good night's sleep. Try to catch at least seven to eight hours of sleep daily. It will not only charge you up for the new day but also helpful for your body and skin inside out. And an essential step to take care of your skin in the summer season naturally. So don't underestimate the power of beauty sleep. Keep aside your phone and get a good nights sleep.

5.Good Hygiene

Summer 2020 is all about maintaining good hygiene. I am sure the reason is known to you and its importance is what I wanted to focus on.

Washing your hand from time to time with antibacterial soap is a must. It can prevent various skin infections, stomach infections, and even respiratory infections.

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6. Follow A Skin Care Routine

We all know that a healthy skincare routine is the prerequisite to achieve a healthy glowing skin, isn’t it?

But do we really follow it? In summers it should be on your priority list.

Make it a habit to cleanse your face everyday especially in summers, to avoid those skin ailments like blackheads, clogged pores, and acne. Cleanse your face with a good cleansing milk or oil to avoid piling up dirt, makeup residuals etc. Avoid using soaps that tend to make your skin dry.

You can also use any baby oil or vegetable oil as a cleanser. Apply a generous amount of oil and apply all over your face and neck area. Leave it for 4-5 minutes, so the oil can loosen up that dirt and makeup from your face. Now, wipe your face with a cotton pad

or a cotton cloth. Wash your face with your favorite face wash for that freshness.

The next step is Toning. Once done with cleansing, tone your face with some hydrating and nourishing toners suiting your skin type, to ensure the good that glows.

Facial Mists are very popular these days performing the same task by hydrating and nourishing your skin. You can buy any of them but make sure they are alcohol-free. Just spray it on your face or pat it a bit with your palm, and you are ready to go. You can use these mists to perk it up your skin anytime in the day, especially when you are out in this hot summer.

Make your own facial mists:

Peel and grind cucumber until it's smooth.
Strain the mixture in a clean bowl, you can use cheesecloth for straining.
Add ½ tablespoon of lemon juice,2 tablespoon of mint juice,½ cups of rose water.
Now stir it till it blends properly.
Transfer the mixture into a spray bottle and use it when needed.
You can add more rose water or distilled water if the mixture seems viscous.

Rosewater and Green Tea are some options of the great toners almost suiting all skin types.

Moisturizer is the one that completes your beauty regime by forming a layer between the skin and the atmosphere, by locking up the moisture of your skin. It protects the skin from losing the water and thus preventing it from becoming dull.

Don’t ever skip your moisturizer if you have oily skin too. Try finding out a moisturizer suiting your skin type and just use it on your damp skin to secure the water inside your skin. A skincare routine is incomplete without CTM and thus you must consider it in order to care for your skin in the summer season naturally.

7. Go For Non- Comedogenic Products

A product which is comedogenic is an enemy for your skin as it tends to block your pores making them prone towards skin irritations, infections, and the scariest acne breakouts.

Summers are the favorite seasons for these infections as we sweat and unknowingly combine oily and pore-blocking products. So you must use non-comedogenic products to prevent your skin from bacteria piling ups and dryness. So it's better to be safe than sorry.

8. Change Your Shampoo

Scalp irritation in summer is a common problem, isn’t it? Hmm, well it's not a matter to shy away but shouldn’t be ignored either.

Our Scalp accommodates a lot of dirt and pollution mixed up with sweat in summer and it's quite common but if taken proper care the situation can be controlled.

Switch to a deep cleaning /clarifying shampoo and conditioner. Also it will help you to clean those chlorine particles, which you got from your swimming sessions. Proper care can prevent you from huge losses.

9. Focus On Less Is More Rule For Makeup

Here are some makeup tips to brighten up your summers :

Summer is about being Natural. Switch to those light shades whether its lipsticks, nail paints, or eyeshadow.
Creme Eye shadows will not melt with the heat in summers. Try using waterproof makeup products.
Use waterproof eye products like eyeliners and mascara to avoid them running out due to the temperature and sweat.
Use melt-proof makeup products all over the face. Use especially formulated concealers and blouses, which can withstand the heat, sweat, humidity, and water.
Prime it up before applying the foundation to keep it in place and prevent melting.
Loose powder to hold all makeup on your face.
Apply bronzer to accentuate the high points on your face (cheekbones, nose and forehead), and also extend a bit of the product towards your neck.
Body mist and deodorants are equally important to fight the odd sweaty smell in summers.
Also use Anti-tanning creams to avoid skin tanning.

From The Grooming Series

Whether you stay at home or go out, you cannot escape with the changes the summer season brings, to your body and skin. So, it's always a good idea to prepare yourself and take preventive measures to avoid any damage while enjoying the summer season. Adapt to the change and let your skin glow by following the tips to take care of your skin in the summer season naturally. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like the blog. And tell me what will be your skincare routine by commenting below. Keep Glowing with the grooming series !!

How To Find Your Personal Fashion Style By Yourself

2020-05-15T00:28:00.005+05:30

How can few people carry every single outfit so well, just like celebrities? How can somebody look so presentable every day?

Do you also wonder about where they decoded their fashion styles and how they carry it so well?

Hey there! If you are the one who is looking for answers to the above question, then you landed on the right page. Regardless of whether you are a college-going, a professional or a homemaker, you can't disregard the significance of having a personal fashion style.

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When I say “fashion style” it doesn’t mean I am talking about blindly following the fashion trends or only the designer outfits with professional makeup tricks. But it is also about carrying a shirt with denims and looking like a "Pro." Thus, the fashion style about which we will talk in the blog will be your own and will help you find your personal fashion style by yourself. Here you go :

What is a Personal Fashion Style?

A personal fashion style is how you want to project yourself or how you want others to perceive you. Thus, a personal fashion style is where you choose your overall look depending upon your favorite colors, styles, patterns, accessories, makeup, shoes, etc.

Everyone is unique and has different features, different body shapes, color preferences, skin color, height and so one. We must embrace our bodies, love ourselves, but we should also find out what is our kind of fashion style.

To make things easy for you, let’s have a look into the list of some most popular fashion styles :

1.)The Retro Fashion Style

Who and what comes to your mind when you hear the word “Retro”?

Some of you have got the visuals from movies of the ’80s and 90’s where an actress with a bold eyeliner, bouffant hairstyle, bell sleeves blouses, polka dots, bell-bottom pants, and so on.

But, the Retro fashion style is not just limited to those times. Few of the pieces considered as a timeless fashion. If you get attracted to the polka dots, floral patterns, pleated dresses, flared apparel, etc. then your fashion style will fall in the category of Retro fashion style.

You can always add the modern touch to these retro outfits by adding modern accessories like necklaces, shoes, or statement handbags to rock and own the fashion look.

2.)The Casual/ Comfortable Fashion Style

I am sure everyone has guessed this fashion look. Yes! This is the casual or comfortable fashion style which is a favorite of our “comfort come first brigade”.

Being comfortable is not an excuse to wear baggy clothes and shabby looks. You can always rock the look with few tricks without losing your comfort quotient. Like you can opt for a well-fitted blazer over a white shirt with denims or trousers to look elegant. Even a T-shirt with a blazer or shrug can do the work without making you uncomfortable.

3.)The Maximalist Fashion Style

Do you love fashion and are not scared of experimenting with the recent fashion trends?

If your answer is yes! Then here you are “the fashionista”, a part of the maximalist fashion style brigade. Keep experimenting and exploring the fashion trends with your personal touch by accessorizing them your way. From trying the animal prints to pop colored clothing, you can own any style by personalizing it.

4.) The Sophisticated Fashion Style

If you like to follow the fashion tip “less is more” and try to keep it minimal and synchronized, then you are a part of a sophisticated fashion style team.

From choosing clean and clear well-fitted outfits to a color palette of classic colors, are some most preferred choices of people who fall in the sophisticated fashion style category. Their must-haves include the black, blue, and some earthy tone outfits with minimalist accessories and makeup.

5.)The Bohemian Fashion Style

Do you think yourself a free-spirited person and your clothing and styles are often ruled by this factor?

If yes! Then you are a bohemian chic. From headbands and vibrant colors to flowy and natural material outfits with oversized sunglasses and junk jewelry and so on. Have you got a visual of a hippie or the unorthodox people?

You may have, after all this fashion style was made popular by them only but followed by most of the people. The maxi dresses, long skirts, oxidized jewelry, layering, etc.are some of the recent trends that most of us have loved. If you can relate your fashion choices and preferences with this style, feel free, and explore the possibilities to personalize this amazing style with your creativity, and that will help to find your personal fashion style.

6.) The Preppy Fashion Style

Reflecting full of life attitude and high energies, are the ingredients which make a preppy fashion style. It can be called as an upgraded classic fashion style with bolder prints and bold colors with structured silhouettes.

If you are a fan of A-line skirts, tights, shirt dresses, girly headbands, and is a fan of bold prints and colors, you belong to this preppy fashion style team.

7.) The Unconventional Fashion Style

Do you remember the famous 70’s Bollywood movie “Bobby”?

The lead actress Dimple Kapadia had become the talk of the town for her unconventional fashion style at that time. Her shirt front knotted top and short skirt was the talk of the town. I still say it as the “Bobby style top”.That was an unconventional fashion style at that time. As time changed the unconventional style also evolved itself. But the meaning of unconventional fashion is the same i.e not common or not generally what people do.

If you are confident enough to try and rock a fashion style, you own it !!

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Types Of Fashion Style

The Retro Fashion Style	Feminine, Polka dots, Florals, Muted colors like yellow-brown, cream, peach, pastels, etc.
The Casual / Comfortable Fashion Style	Comfortable, relaxed, elegant, etc.
The Maximalist Fashion Style	Fashion lovers, experimental, trendy clothing and accessories, etc.
The Sophisticated Fashion Style	Clean and clear, well-fitted silhouettes, structured clothing, basic colors like blue, grey, black, etc.
The Bohemian Fashion Style	Free-spirited, earthy color tones, flowy fabrics, maxi dresses, headbands, big sunglasses.
The Preppy Fashion Style	Collared tees with skirt, tights, structured silhouettes
The Unconventional Fashion Style	Confident, bold, experimental, and trendy.

Tips to Find Your Personal Fashion Style By Yourself

After having the list of different fashion styles and figuring out your choices. It's time to find out your personal fashion style by yourself. Here you go :

1.Know Your Body

Do you really know your body type?

Knowing your body type is the first step towards finding out your personal style. The ultimate goal of knowing your body is to get the correct body proportion with your dressing style. The perfect body proportion for a woman is 36” bust-24” waist -36” hips and for Men is 48” chest -30” waist.

For e.g. If you have a Pear shape body i.e. if your shoulder’s length is less than your hips then you are a pear shape. You should try to wear clothes that add length to your shoulders and are in proportion with your lower body.

How To Determine Your Body Shape

To find out your body shape, you need to stand in front of a full-length mirror, wearing a full black body-hugging attire, with both legs together and now draw the shape of your body as you see in the mirror. You can also use a measuring tape to determine the shape of your body by measuring your upper and lower body. Measure your shoulder, bust, waist, and hips. Check out some common body shapes :

Body Shape	Characteristics
Pear-Shaped Body	Length of the shoulder is narrower than hips
Apple Shaped Body	Shoulders are broader than hips, nice arms and leg but above average bust size
Inverted Triangle	Broad shoulders, tiny waist, the body gets narrow and slim towards your leg.
Rectangle Shaped Body	Also known as athlete shape, Not too curvey, weight is evenly distributed, hips and shoulders are the same width.
Circle Shaped Body	Narrow wrists and ankles, high waist and gain weight in the tummy area, Heavy torso.
Hourglass Shaped Body	Sandtimer, shoulders, and hips are in symmetry, small waist

Since you realize what sort of garments would look normally great on you. It's increasingly similar to distinguishing your qualities and expanding on them. Thus, knowing your body can highlight the great features and can help you to hide the problem areas.

2. Take A Complete Tour To Your Closet

How many times in a month do you actually look into your closet completely?

By the question I mean, do you know what all you have in your closet and how useful they are to you?

Most of us have a habit of organizing their closet very nicely but I am sure everyone doesn't do the same. So, take some time out and scan your closet or wardrobe. Check what are the clothes which you think will look good on you, and you get compliments when wearing them. What clothes you often repeat and what clothes you normally avoid wearing due to XYZ reasons. Find out what are the clothes which don’t fit or you bought as a result of impulsive shopping.

Now That you have at least three sections of clothing with you. Try to declutter what you think you don’t need. Then look at what clothing you repeat often and what clothing gets you more compliments, that's it you got your style.

But, wait it's just the second step. Keep Reading on to find become your own fashion advisor.

3. Look Out For An Inspiration

Are you inspired by a particular fashion look or a person or a celebrity? What or whose fashion style appeals to you or you connect with?

Finding answers to these questions will help you find your personal fashion style. You can find inspiration in any of the fashion styles from bohemian to maximalist, whichever matches your fashion vibes considering your body type.

For eg. If you think your body shape is similar to a celebrity, and your fashion preferences are also matching. In this way you can get an idea of mixing and matching different pieces of outfits to create a similar look.

You can always follow the fashion style of your favorite celebrity who has the same body type as yours. This way you can always take reference, when they try out any new fashion trend. From your favorite international style icon Camila Cabello or Selena Gomez to Bollywood style icons like Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, you can always get your fashion inspiration.

4. Experiment And Recreate The Look

Do you experiment or recreate the new looks you found on insta, Pinterest, or in your favorite T.V. show?

I am sure! You must have. We all do so, when we are overwhelmed with some looks, right!

Fashion experts believe that you should keep evolving your fashion looks and must be updated with the new trends. This line doesn’t mean to follow something blindly but experiment and recreate a certain look while considering your body type and interests.

You never know what will suit you until and unless you try it. For eg. Black is said to be a color for people who are not so slim but want to hide those problem areas. But, that doesn’t mean you only have to wear black. You can always experiment with the other darker tone colors to achieve the look.

5. Find Out Your Color Palette

What is your favorite color? Which color clothing fetches you more compliments from your family or friends?

It's time to travel down to the memory lane to gather the compliments you got after wearing a particular color. Are you a vibrant color pallet fan or a pastel one. Mix and match your favorite colors and patterns to get your personal fashion style.

6. Never Ignore The Accessories

Paring a traditional, statement and heavy neckpiece with a western outfit can change the overall look from western to indo-western or fusion look. Isn’t it?

Choosing the right accessory is another important step to consider when you are trying to find out your personal fashion style. A right accessory can instantly enhance and upgrade your look.

For eg. Adding oxidized jewelry on a plain indigo Kurti or white shirt with a skirt. You can add a chunky bracelet for the bohemian fashion look.

Checkout your jewelry collection and find out what goes well with the look you gathered.

7. Look Into Your Makeup Vanity

Makeup is used to enhance your best features and it makes you more confident. Another dot to be joined in this series is to choose the perfect makeup for yourself.

Check out your favorite lipstick shades and your eyeshadows. Do you like smokey eyes or minimum makeup looks? Do that bold red lipstick attracts you? Are you someone who focuses a lot of contouring and highlighting?

Check your makeup vanity box and upgrade it with your desired products. Check for your favorite color palette matching your style preferences.

8. Choose Your Shoes

What attracts you most, the comforts of flats or the style in heels? Do you love your sneakers or your favorite wedges? Are bellies and peep toes your choices for shoes?

Fashion is not only limited to clothing and makeup but it is about a full grooming from head to toe, so you cannot ignore your shoes. It must go with your overall look. Check what goes well with your personal style while keeping in mind the above-discussed points.

9. Find Your Confidence And show It

If you are not confident in wearing an outfit but it looks good on you, it's of no use. The ultimate style is your confidence and this fashion style is the supporting factor yet an important one. Find your confidence and show it.

Believe in yourself and your choices. A style without confidence is of no use."A confident smile is the best accessory one can wear."

10. Find Your Signature Style And A Brand

Everyone has different signatures. Likewise, everyone should have at least one signature style. Your go-to style or your savior style. It can be a pair of blue denims with a white shirt or a saree.

Just find out that one outfit and accessory that you can’t get over it. You love to wear and feel is made for you.

We can't hire a designer but we can hire a brand. Look for a brand that has clothing and accessories which match your style preferences.

For eg. If you are an Indo western look lover, you may consider global desi, Aurelia etc.to get your look.

Wrap Up

Finding out your personal fashion style can help you in organizing your wardrobe, prevent you from spending on unwanted attires, saving you time, and so on. It seems to be a tough task but I am sure after reading this blog, it will be a fun task to do it by yourself. Let me know which is your fashion style by commenting below, also don't forget to like and share this blog. Nobody knows you better than you yourself, so why not be your own fashion guide. Explore, experiment, and enhance yourself and your style with the grooming series!

How To Deal With A Stubborn child while Staying Calm

2020-05-03T09:24:00.002+05:30

"I don’t know why my child is so stubborn and he is becoming more aggressive these days? I sometimes get irritated with his bad behavior and tantrums.”

Hello Parents, I am sure most of you reading this might relate to the sentence. Do you also feel that your little one is turning into an aggressive and stubborn child?

Do you often lose your cool at your child and worry about your child’s aggressive behavior?

If any of your answers are “Yes”, then you are at the right place. Being a Mother I can relate to you all because this is one of the most popular dialogues and a real problem we face as a parent of a toddler or a growing child.

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If we know about the problems, we must know about the solutions too. I am sure you all have tried various tips but nothing worked but why?

Maybe because we are not focusing on the root cause of the problem or we have missed the real and practical solutions. Don’t worry, we are still not that late. This blog post is dedicated to you all, the parents or would-be parents. I have listed down some very practical solutions for you, which can help you in dealing with a stubborn child while staying calm”. Here we go:

Solution 1:Understand and observe your Child’s Behavior

Does your child throws things when he is aggressive? Or He kicks, punches, or gets panicked when upset?

Try to observe how your toddler’s behave in a situation or thing. What makes him happy, what makes him sad, what he feels?.

You can note down his or her reactions. According to child psychology, a toddler just reacts to a thing because they are impulsive in nature and it is normal. They have no filter. They do how they thought it should be done. It's our duty as a parent to understand our toddler’s emotions and accordingly take steps to help him develop good behavior, habits, and emotional quotient.

Your child’s behavior is formed due to some incidents which have emotions and which impacted his belief and his good or bad behavior. So, focus on his belief rather than the behavior.

Tip For Positive Parenting: Tell them stories related to that topic and personify the stubborn and aggressive child behavior. Focus on building an optimistic belief system that will lead to good behavior and a disciplined toddler. It will help in your child’s anger management and will also enhance their emotional intelligence.

Solution 2: Find The Reason For Your Child’s Aggressive Behavior.

Do you know why or what is the reason for your child’s bad behavior/ aggressive behavior

After understanding your child’s behavioral patterns or reactions in a different situation try to figure out what pisses off your child. There could be various reasons like:

Your child might be hungry.
Your child might be feeling sleepy.
Your child might not be comfortable.
Your child might be unwell.
Your child doesn't feel like doing it.
Your child feels like being avoided i.e your child wants your attention
Your child have mood disorders
Is your child hurting himself or others?

For e.g. Somebody comes to your place or you have to visit somebody in odd hours i.e. the time when your child sleeps, he will be overactive, act stubborn and will cry or become cranky. But that's not his fault. Children are not capable of handling emotions, they learn it as they grow up by their own experience. You need to understand his intentions.He/she will never want you to be sad or angry. Pamper and comfort him with your actions.

Tip For Positive Parenting: Try to avoid the reasons or triggers. If you can’t due to some reason, respond positively and calmly. Visit a child psychologist if your child's anger is out of control one where he harms himself or others.

Solution 3: Distract Or Give Them A Break

Does your child always cry for a toy, or something else when you go out? Or does he often get aggressive and stubborn when it comes to things?

I am sure every parent faces this problem in some or the other phases of their parenting journey. I have faced it too and this solution worked for me initially. Try him to distract from the situation, place, or thing which is making him aggressive or angry. This an anger management technique to avoid sudden outbursts. If you try distraction or give them a break, they will calm themselves down.

For e.g.Every child resists the first day of his playgroup or school. They cry but slowly as his teacher distracts him with different activities, he slowly and gradually adjusts in the environment after some time.

Tip For Positive Parenting: Help your child in adjusting and understanding the new changes and ways to understand his emotion.

Solution 4: A Happy And Positive Family Environment

“Home is the first school. As a parent, you are the first teachers or role models for your child.”

A happy and positive family environment is a quintessential thing for positive parenting. If you appreciate your child, your child will learn to appreciate others. If you’ll say thank you or sorry, he’ll use the same. Our child is a very good observer who copies and enacts the way we are. A family environment leads to the good or bad behavior of your child.

Quick Tip For Positive Parenting: A child’s mind is a blank disc or CD.Try to write and feed the positive emotions and words in it, which will be a reference guide or dictionary for him.

Solution 5: Talk To Your Child Daily And Prepare Them For The Upcoming Changes.

Do you talk to your child daily? What type of conversations do you have with them?

It is my personal experience; having a good conversation with your child can establish a good bonding. You might feel that they are not listening or understanding what you are saying but believe me they do understand and if repeated, the information gets fed in their mind, which they use when required. Avoid and minimize the use of "no" or any other negative words in your conversation.

e.g. If we have to go to someplace. I inform him about the place, how much time it can take, and how he can enjoy it there or what he can do there.

Tip for Positive Parenting: Talk to them when they return from school or at the end of the day. Ask about his activities and daily routines. Discuss your upcoming travel or any plans which will affect his daily routine.

Solution 6: Make Rules and Stick to it

“I will not let you play if you’ll not complete your homework.” Have you also made this rule and are sticking to it?

I am sure you must be familiar with this statement and heard it in your childhood and now use the same on your child. But don’t you know the consequences of the same. As I mentioned earlier that our child observes us, so they observe our words and they are very smart in understanding if it is an empty threat or not. Few rules should be the same for everyone. As watching T.V. for 1 hour, washing hands before eating, saying sorry or thank you, etc.

Tip For Positive Parenting: Try to think before making a rule and stick to it. Start by making a family rule. Where your child will learn how to follow a rule by seeing others doing the same.

Solution 7: Appreciate your Child’s Good Behavior

Do you scold or punish your child for his bad behavior?

If your answer is “yes” then must pause for a while and count how many times you appreciate your child for his good behavior? Our little wonders get motivated when we appreciate them and thus they tend to repeat the action again and again. So appreciate them for their good behavior.

Quick Tip For Positive Parenting: Appreciate your child in different ways. You can put a smiley stamp on his hands or you can give him a smiley sticker and count the numbers at the end of the week. You can buy him a toy or make his favorite dish as a compliment.

Solution 8: Use Time out Strategy

You must have heard about this famous strategy. Have You?

Time out strategy is showing your child that you are not accepting or reacting to your child’s bad behavior by pretending to avoid him/her. In return, they’ll understand that once they enter the “Time Out” zone, they have to stop being aggressive, behaving like angry kids, or avoid bad behavior otherwise they will not be allowed to enjoy the activity, food, etc. of his choice.

Quick Parenting Tip: You have to be calm throughout this process and avoid anger. Let him cry, shout or get angry. You have to ignore him a bit. This will make himself analyze what he did wrong and what he got in return. This way he may improve his actions in the future. Use this strategy only when needed or nothing else works.

Solution 9: Be A Person You Want Your Child To Be

If you shout at things, they’ll do the same thing. If you get angry, they’ll get angry too. You are their reference or guide.

So think about how you want your child to be in the future. Show your child how to get rid of anger rather than Just instructing him. Ask him how it feels when he behaves like angry kids do and how it feels when he is happy. Show him ways to come out from one emotion to another.

Quick Tip to Positive Parenting: Help them in handling their emotions and show the importance of positive emotions.

Wrap Up

Every child is unique in his own ways. We must understand our child's emotions, thoughts, and actions. Some children need a “Time out” strategy and for some children's “Time Break strategy” works. That doesn’t mean that one is good or the other one is bad, they both are different with different belief systems. We just have to figure out what works best for our child and help them in developing their emotional quotient by minimizing their aggressive and stubborn behavior. Let me know how much you liked this blog by clicking on the like button and sharing it with your friends to make their parenting a happy and positive one. Happy Parenting!!!

The Grooming Series: Top Secrets Of Having Shinier,Longer And Healthy Hair

2020-04-27T00:43:00.003+05:30

Do you often get irritated when you can't tame those frizzy, tangled strands? OR

Do you Often have those bad hair days which sometimes spoil your overall look or your mood?

I am sure many of us do face these problems in our day to day life. After all hairs are said to be one of the most important assets of a person whether you are a girl or boy. But it might seem a bit tricky and tiring for a few of us due to time constraints or anything else, to take care and follow tips to get healthy hair.

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No worries! Today’s blog is a secret guide with healthy hair care tips that can solve your queries and can help you in falling in love with your hairs again. After so many research and trials, I came up with a few easy to follow hair care tips which anyone can follow without much effort. Below are the unveiled top secrets of having healthier and shinier hairs like Rapunzel :

Secret No.1: Wash The Right Way

Washing your hair is essential but do you know the right way to wash your hair?

Yes! There is always a way to do something to get benefited. Like everyone has different facial features the same way everyone has different hair texture and quality. You must use the right shampoo and conditioner for your hair. You need to understand what your hair wants and this is the first secret to get healthy hairs like Rapunzel.

The DIY Corner

Brush out the knots and tangles before you shower to increase blood circulation and open pores.
Rinse your hair thoroughly to prepare them for shampooing. It will loosen up the extra oil and dirt build-up.
Shampoo Your roots. Take a coin size of shampoo if your hairs are shoulder length, increase the amount as per your hair length. Gently massage into roots.
Rinse the shampoo thoroughly with water.
Squeeze out extra water from your hairs and then apply a conditioner from midshaft to the tip of your hair. Rinse it off.

Secret No.2: A Good Scalp Massage with Vitamin E

As vitamin A is for vision, vitamin D for bones health likewise, Vitamin E is quintessential for your hairs and skin. Massaging with an oil containing vitamin E improves blood circulation, which improves hair health and increases your hair growth. Vitamin E also balances oil production by creating a protective barrier on your scalp. Always remember a healthy scalp means healthy hair.

A dry and itchy scalp can be a sign of Vitamin E deficiencies. You must dilute Vitamin E oil before using it as they are thick and oxidized quickly. You can use oils in which vitamin E is a secondary ingredient. The other option is to use Vitamin E capsules with coconut oil, Mix both and apply on scalps and hairs. You can leave it overnight to get the silky and smooth hair the next day after the hair wash. Try this home remedy for healthy hair. Here you go:

The DIY Corner

Dilute vitamin E capsule into a hair oil like coconut or opt for hair oil containing vitamin E.
You can warm it a bit and massage gently all over the scalp and hairs, to get the best out of it.
Now comb your hair with a Wide-Toothed Comb.
Let it sit for at least 15 minutes or leave it overnight.
Wash with a gentle shampoo.
If your hair feels already moisturized so you can skip the conditioner.

Secret No.3: Switch To The Right Hair Brush

Are you Using a comb or a hairbrush?

Is it the right hairbrush?

We often ignore the fact that whatever we’ll use will reflect. The hairbrush is the least focused but an important thing when you talk about hair care and the health of your hairs. Selecting the right brush can prevent hair fall and can improve the health of your scalp.

Do you know what a Right Hairbrush is?

As I mentioned before, we all have different hair textures and qualities. Likewise, we have different hair brushes for different hair types. For eg., a small brush shouldn't be used on long hairs. It may not solve the purpose, can break your hairs, and is time-taking as well. Rather, Using a Paddle brush is your solution. Selecting the right hairbrush is our secret no. 3 in our list of tips for getting healthy hair like Rapunzel.

Best Brushes for different hair type :

The Paddle Brush is best for long hairs.
The Denman Brush for curly hairs.
Boar Bristle Round Brush for frizzy hair.
A large Ceramic Round Brush for a bouncy blowout.
A Small Round Brush for Taming your Bangs.
Remember to clean your hairbrush regularly.

Secret NO.4: Don’t Underestimate the Power Of Omega 3 Fatty Acid

Omega 3 Fatty Acids is another secret ingredient to add in your daily diet for getting long, shiny, and healthy hairs.

In Spite of the fact that you can't change factors like age and hereditary qualities, diet is one thing you have command over. A fair eating regimen with the correct supplements can help advance hair development, particularly in case you're encountering hair loss because of poor nourishment.

Fatty fish Salmon is likewise an extraordinary wellspring of protein, selenium, nutrient D3, and B nutrients, supplements that may help advance solid and sound hair.

Omega-3 has mitigating properties; fish oil helps in opening up the hair follicles and advancing hair development and health.

If you are a vegetarian you can munch on walnuts, add kidney beans to your diet, flax seeds, chia seeds are also a good source of omega3 fatty acids. Getting healthy hair is not impossible when you really want it.

Secret No.5: Mask It Up

Hair masks are a direct source of food for your hairs to protect and rejuvenate your hair’s health. If you are a busy woman, you can always look into your kitchen for some home remedies for healthy hair and you can also prepare a Diy Hair Mask in seconds.

Using organic and chemical-free products are always preferred over chemical-rich products and treatments. Just grab a few minutes from your busy schedule for your hair and have a good hair day every day. You must consider your hair type before applying anything on your hair.

The DIY Corner

Coconut and honey hair mask for repairing the damaged hairs. Mix equal amounts of honey and coconut oil and warm a bit. Then apply the mask root to the tip and let it settle for 15 minutes. Now shampoo your hair.
Apply honey and cinnamon hair mask for hair growth.
Apply banana, honey, and yogurt mask for shiny and healthy hair.

Secret No.6: Watch What You Eat

Before putting food on your plate ask yourself what they are good at?

Which part of your body will get benefited from the food you opted to eat?

If you answer these two questions, you’ll get the root cause and can check if you are providing everything your hairs want. You must aim at giving at least one superfood to each of your body parts.

You must include leafy vegetables, spinach, almonds, walnuts, blueberries, tomatoes and if you are non-vegetarian you can include salmon too. These are the superfoods for your hair and thus can help you in getting healthier and longer hair.

Secret No. 7: Limit The Usage Of Hair Tools

How many times a week do you use hair styling tools like hair straightener, hairdryers, or curlers?

If your answer is more than 2 times then I must say that you are making a mistake. These tools are designed to make you look good but using it over and over without precautions, can actually prove to be a long term loss for your hairs. Quick fixes are not always the right way so try to avoid as much as possible rather work for long term goals by making your hair healthier.

But in case you have to use these tools often, you should also know the correct measures to use and preventions before using them. This secret no. 7 is extremely important and must not be ignored if you want healthy hair.

Keep In Mind

Try to air-dry your hair. Stay under the fan or let it dry normally.
Avoid using flat iron or straighteners on your wet hairs as the heat might damage them
Check the temperature of your hair tools before using it. As for thin hairs, the temperature should be minimum.
Use Good quality product. Like opting for tongs and flat irons with temperature control can allow you to adjust the temperature according to your needs. Blow dryers with nozzles are a better option as they distribute heat evenly so you avoid burning and boiling your hairs.
There are various pre-styling or heat protectant serums and creams that limit hair damage from heat.

Secret No.8: Change Your Pillow Covers.

Imagine a princess’s bed, what can you recall? Is it the silk bed sheets and pillow?

Silk and soft pillow covers are not only for furnishing but it is actually good for your hairs. After all, you are no less than a princess. Rapunzel was god gifted with such beautiful hairs but you have to gift those hairs to yourself by taking good care of them.

So, change your pillow covers often to avoid catching dirt in your strands and try to switch to the soft cotton or silk pillow covers to avoid damage, tangling and breakage.

Isn’t it an easy but important secret to getting beautiful and healthy hair like Rapunzel?

Secret No.9) Relax and Feel Good

Are you not getting your beauty sleep? Or You always have headaches at the end of the day?

If any of your answers are “yes”. I must say you need to relax as stress and tensions are a big problem affecting not only the quality of our hair but also the quality of our life. It is affecting our overall health.

Take a break or if not, take out 15 minutes for yourself. Meditate, do what you enjoy, do exercises, or yoga. There are various yoga poses like Kapalbhati, Sarvangasana, etc. which ensures an adequate amount of blood flow towards your head and thus ensures in providing you healthy hairs.

“To look good you need to feel good”, so relax and enjoy every bit of your life and follow these top secrets to become a real-life Rapunzel.

Wrap Up

To experience the miracle, start following these healthy hair secrets. Don't really think about but start your hair care from today. Follow these easy tips to get the hair you dreamt of. Love your hair, and it will be happier. Just let me know if you love this blog and thought that it was valuable for you, by liking and commenting below. Don’t forget to share these secrets with your friends and family who might need it. HAVE A GREAT HAIR DAY ALWAYS !!!