If you’re missing your appointments with your facialist and dermat during quarantine, an at-home facial is going to be the cherry on the cake. Giving your skin this extra attention will address clogged pores, dullness, dry skin and keep lymph build-up at bay. We reached out to skincare experts Dr Jaishree Sharad, dermatologist and founder,… Continue reading How to ace a facial at home
Katie Becker, ELLE USA “I am in Brooklyn and am very lucky to have a view over the East River and the Manhattan sky line. Staring out at it is my meditation. I’ve also been buying roses and every morning as I tidy up the apartment and prepare for the day, I refresh the water… Continue reading 10 international ELLE editors on spending time at home
What does sustainable beauty mean? Organic ingredients? Zero carbon emissions? Recycled packaging or fair wages and ethical sourcing? There are several ways to reach this goal as long as you’re reducing your impact on Earth’s resources, and doing no harm to animals and humans. Instead of being intimidated by the zero-waste lifestyle movement, make mindful… Continue reading 10 tips for a greener beauty routine
With restricted outings and trips to grocery stores, getting your hands on fresh produce is a challenge. Supplements may seem like the obvious answer to load up on nutrients, but the lack of ingredient transparency and complicated labels act as strong deterrents. These factors coupled with a passion for raising kids with healthy eating, lead… Continue reading This ex-Coca-Cola manager wants to change the way we eat
With the world turning upside down, it’s hard to predict how the world of beauty will change form. Even renowned plastic surgeons and aesthetic doctors who have their fingers on the pulse have different views on what’s to come in the beauty world. Here in India, I believe post-Covid, beauty will move towards a… Continue reading The post-Covid skincare trends to watch out for
Whenever I fall ill, I find myself turning to time-tested remedies for quick immunity support. Headache? Acupressure. Sore throat? Kadha for me, please. That being said, the COVID-19 pandemic has made me seriously rethink my approach to health. Earlier, I would have dealt with vitamin deficiencies by loading up on nutrient-rich foods, but having limited… Continue reading Everything you need to know about immunity-boosting supplements
The golden skin and hair care Holi rule? Come rain or shine, your skin, body and hair need extra TLC before and after playing with colours. Extreme dryness, rashes, irritation and acne breakouts are just a few ways in which the festival can take a toll on your skin and tresses. So, we spoke to… Continue reading All the beauty tips you need to prep for Holi
When it comes to taking an indulgent city break, a spa facial ranks right on top of our list. It only takes an hour for skin to be sloughed, steamed and massaged with luxurious creams to give you that weekend-at-the-beach glow. Plus, you go home with lower stress levels and nuggets of skincare advice from… Continue reading How often should you get a facial?
We don’t need a study to spell out our stress levels or that it leads to poor sleep, causes weight gain and accelerates ageing. Still it’s tough to unwind before bed and wake up with a fresh face. Which is why we asked Nisha Jhaveri, founder of Myrah Spa for her expert relaxation tips for… Continue reading How to chill out
From tightening a sagging jowl to tackling stubborn fat deposits, cosmetic sciences have on offer an array of highly effective treatments that require almost zero downtime and don’t carry with them the weight of the complications that come with full-blown plastic surgery. Some give near-permanent solutions, others need to be repeated at regular intervals, while yet… Continue reading Best non-invasive treatments
Your curves are protected from all that your face is exposed to, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have their share of issues. Dr Kiran Lohia, a New Delhi-based dermatologist, says, “You would be surprised how many men and women feel concerned about their breasts and butts!” Dr Jaishree Sharad, Mumbai-based cosmetic dermatologist, says, “One… Continue reading Combat stretch marks, sagging and everything in between
