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Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate Review

You would know from my previous posts that these days I am all into nighttime skin recovery products. And that’s because the science suggests that your night regimen is very important. There is much evidence that skin cells regenerate faster at night than during the day. Cell division happens throughout the day, but peaks around 2 am. This is literally renewal and rejuvenation during sleep, at least for people like me who are dreaming away at these late hours. Though the peak in cell division happens even if you stay awake at night, but the surge in growth hormone doesn’t. The latter is necessary for effective skin renewal.

You now probably understand my fascination with nighttime skin products; it’s more scientific than cosmetic!

Now, I recently got my hands on Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate. I have already tried Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Masque. Personally I trust Kiehl’s to come out with all the right products – clearly I am a big fan. I do admit the products end up being a bit expensive sometimes, but my mantra is that you need to care for your skin and use good quality products right from the beginning; not when signs of damage start glaring at you in the mirror for then it’s quite late. I thus don’t mind splurging on such products one in a while, but only after doing my research. I can’t simply go out and buy products blindly off the counter (well, sometimes maybe, but only sometimes!) – I need to know I’m making the right choice.

Coming to this product, I can assure you, it does what it says. I have been using it for a week now, and from day 1, I could feel a gradual improvement in my skin texture. My skin looks more dewy and glowing now. The product is very light and absorbs quickly on my skin.

Kiehls Midnight Recovery Concentrate 2 Here is a picture for you to see how my hand looks after I have applied the serum on. Other than a nice sheen you wouldn’t see any difference.

One other thing about this serum is the nice smelling fragrance it gives off. To me it smells like roses; I feel fresh and pampered each time I apply it. I somehow even sleep better with this on, but maybe that’s just due to my mind being at peace about my skin being well-cared for as I snooze.

Here’s my quick take on Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate.

Pros:

Light in texture
Easily absorbed
Nice fragrance
Works – improvement in skin quality

Con:

Pricey but lasts long time

Price in India: Rs 3200/30ml
Price in UK: £36/30ml

Prevent Hair Loss by Washing And Styling The Hair Right Way

In last couple of days I was hearing about hair loss from a lot of young women who are only in their 20s. Hair loss can happen due to many reasons, but there are something we can do to prevent the hair loss. Do you known if you wash and style your hair the right way then there will be less hair loss? Well read on to find out how.

Hair Wash

Choosing the right shampoo and conditioner is the first and foremost part of hair wash. Every type of hair asks for respective shampoo and conditioner that are best suited for its texture. Gentle hair wash shampoos are best suited for oily or straight hair, while curly hair needs softening shampoos that will protect their hair from frizzing. Shampoo loaded with glycerin and collagen is advised for dry hair as it moisturizes the hair. For the conditioner you need to use one that is best suited with the type of shampoo you are using.

Dos and Don’ts

Never forget to use conditioner on your hair every time you wash hair with the shampoo.
Make sure you are not using the conditioner on your scalp as it will make the scalp too oily.
Do not over wash your hair, at alternate day wash regime is recommended otherwise it can affect your hair texture.
Try avoiding hair products with too much protein on them as it makes your hair dry.

Hair Styling

If you style your hair the right way then it will prevent the hair from damage and falling.

Dos and Don’ts

If you have to comb your hair immediately after washing then use a comb which has wide tooth.
Always use hair dryer at a low temperature.
Do not use curling iron, hair dryer, Hair Straightener too often, as they put a lot of strain on your hair. Do it once in a while and do not do it for too long.
Avoid the hairstyles that require you to pull your hair back tightly as it damages the root of the hair.
Do not brush your hair too much, it’s not good.
Do not comb your hair immediately after wash because wet hair is weak and it can affect your hair adversely.

So these are some Hair loss solutions that you need to use every day.

Contributed by Manish Gupta

Hair Care Remedies For Shiny Hair

Hair care remedies at home does not cost you thousands of rupees, you can take care of yours using ingredients that are part of every home. These products are natural and do not have any side effects, so you can use these products on your hair without any hesitation every day. If you want to know what these products are how they help your hair? Well then read on below :

Egg Yolk

This is the best hair softening and conditioning ingredient ever. Massage the yolk on your scalp directly and leave it for sometime (15-20 minutes). Then wash it with water and shampoo the hair, see after how shinny you hair is looking.

Banana

Get the ripest banana you get in the market, smash it in a mixer and apply it on your scalp and leave it to dry. This is a miracle smash for dry and damaged hair as the high level of potassium in banana increases the elasticity of your hair. Wash your hair with shampoo after 15-20 minutes of applying the banana smash.

Olive oil

Olive oil is great for hair breakage and it also works as a natural conditioner for hair. Take 4 to 5 table spoons of olive oil and massage gently on your scalp, for best results leave it overnight and then wash it in the morning. It will make your hair soft and shinny.

Lime Juice and Amla

This is another miracle worker. Mix 1 table spoon of amla powder with one lemon extract very well, then take the mixture and apply it on your scalp. Leave it for 20 minutes before washing and it will make your hair appear fuller.

Healthy hair is not going to happen in a day, you have to constantly live a healthy and balanced lifestyle to prevent hair loss.

Contributed by Manisha Gupta

Help your skin stay vital and young

Throughout the history, many people have tried to find the sources of eternal youth and health, the formulas of eternal life. It is obvious that they have failed in that pursuit, however, one thing they did manage to leave behind. Some of the tips and tricks for elongating the skin’s vitality and youth. Here are some of the things you should have in mind when you have decided to keep you skin healthy and durable.

Skin type

Your skin’s type is one of the many factors that will affect its ageing. If your tan is darker, the experience has shown that it will help you in staying younger. This comes from the fact that pale skin does not contain melatonin, which is the ‘secret ingredient’ to protection of darker skin. Especially when it comes to sun explosion, people with darker tan will be more protected and their skin will age slowly, whereas pale people should not expose their skin to the sun at all, because this is the only way for their skin not to age faster than it should. Nevertheless, whatever your skin type is, if you are planning to go out in the sun, you must always apply sunscreen with a high SPF, such as at least 30.

Age

Age is another thing that affects skin. Some people ‘age quickly’ because of stress or their skin type, mentioned in the previous section. The scientists still have not found the cure to ageing, however they have come up with ways that can help in postponing it. This implies constant care, which would start from the early twenties. The first step is to keep your skin clean and create a habit of nurturing it before bedtime. After a mild soap cleaning, applying a moisturiser has proved to be one of the most effective ways to impregnate your skin with water. Using crèmes, such as dermalogica products, have proved to help reducing the effects of ageing in all skin types, no matter the age. Also, once a week you should exfoliate your skin, to permanently remove dead skin cells from the surface.

Outside & inside factors

The way skin looks does not come only from its layers. Your skin responds to external and internal processes and influences. This means that you must stop smoking and drinking alcohol, because one of their side effects is faster skin ageing. You should also cut down sweets because too much sugar in your food leads to glycation – a process which accelerates ageing and causes wrinkles. You should add proteins to your diet as well, because they replace oestrogens, especially in menopause, when you need them most. External factors which affect your skin are, of course, the weather – cold, wind, and the sun. We cannot stress how much it is important to apply sunscreen, even during winter. To help your skin not get destroyed by cold weather and wind during winter, it is best if you applied crèmes which would protect it and keep your skin vital for as long as possible.

Contributed by Vendy Evans

Vendy Evans is a beauty and fashion enthusiast, who always follows the latest trends.