Effective Exercises at Home & Simple Diet Tips

A few kilos here and there may be inevitable. But you can add a simple exercise routine to avoid piling on the pounds. Here's what can be done at home.

It's that time of the year, when there's no escape from gorging on sugary sweets and deep-fried delicacies. Since you're going to overindulge in the coming few days, start doing some of these simple but effective exercises at home to beat those pesky pounds.

EASY CARDIO EXERCISES:

Walking is one of the best forms of exercise. Take a walk in the park, and break into a jog in between. Or just hop on to a bike and cycle around. Do this for at least 20 minutes a day, slowly increasing the time. When at a party, dance! It is also a good form of cardiovascular exercise.

PUSH-UPS:

Push Ups on Kitchen Counter

Stand in front of the wall or kitchen counter with your feet together. Invert your hands slightly and place them on top of the counter. With your arms a little more than shoulder-width apart, bend the elbows and try and get your chest as close to the counter-top as possible, then back up. Do this 10 times. Rest for a few moments and repeat. You can also try this on the floor, with a mat, or military style (on your toes). Try and get your chest as close to the ground as possible.

6 Tips for Evening Eye Makeup

Eye Make Up for Evening Parties

For most women, evening eye makeup is a time-taking process. However, only a few know the smart makeup tricks that are easy as well as less time consuming.

All you need are a few necessary makeup products and only five minutes in hand. Here are 6 uncomplicated guiding tips to evening eye makeup.

1. Take an earthy color like beige or brown to highlight under the brow bone. Keep in mind to choose a shade that goes with your eye color. Go subtle and minimal; it's not necessary to dramatize your peepers every time.
2. Take a little darker color and apply over eyelids. You can match this color with your dress or go for basic colors like plum, golden, coffee, etc. Keep it a shade darker while contouring near the outer corner of your eyes.

14 Grooming Rules for Women at Workplace

Working women tend to make an impression in office every day, but it is a little tougher to decipher the rules of workplace grooming.

Here are rules women should follow...

• Cover under eye circles since they make you look sleepy. 
• Make sure your skin tone is even. Always wear foundation or whatever face makeup you prefer evenly and cautiously. 
• Keep your skin well moisturized. Hydrated skin looks fresher. 
• Wearing mascara and lip color is a must. Mascara make you look polished, while adding a tint on your pout will complete your look. 
• Elaborated eye makeup means overdoing it. Avoid wearing electric blue eye shadow.

Choosing The Right Lip Color & sporting Bordeaux Lips

No one would want to wear the wrong lip color, especially the ones that just divert attention from your shimmering pink lips to yellow teeth....

We provide tips on how to choose the right lip color:

Pale Pink Lips

1. Pale pink: Instead of blah nudes that make teeth look more yellow, pick brightening shimmery pinks.

2. Sheer pink: A hydrating, see through gloss with a hint of a berry (versus orange-y versions like coral) counteracts subtle yellowing.

Daily Skin Care Routine for Hot n Humid Summer

Skin Cleansing

Worried about sweat, tan, acne, eczema?  Follow a simple skin care routine and stay away from common all these common problems in summer.  The most care should be taken for oily and sensitive skin where dry skin is less prone to all the above problems in summer time. Dust, UV rays, and heat affect sensitive and oily skin badly. So one should incorporate some basic changes in daily skin care regimen to protect skin and make it glow as always!!

Regular skin care regimen is followed by three basic processes: cleansing, toning and moisturizing.

Cleansing includes cleaning the face twice to thrice a day using one particular mild face wash. One can prefer

5 Tips for Skin Hair Removal - Do's & Dont's of Waxing

Do’s & Don’ts Of Waxing:

The Do’s:

• Do Exfoliation before waxing. This will make the waxing process easier.

• Ensure and expert does your waxing according to the direction of your hair growth.

• Take a bath in warm water before waxing.

The Don’ts:

• Do not apply any lotion on your body before waxing.

• Do not take

Four seasons Wine Trail 2013 at The Conclave, Kolkata

A structured Wine Trail event was organized by Four Seasons Wines Limited, UB group on 6^th july,2013 at the Conclave, Kolkata. This was a wine tasting event with bloggers of Kolkata and also a wine awareness initiative on behalf of Four Seasons. The 3hours long event was conducted by Mr. P.P.K.Mitter with informative videos and power point presentations to make the guests aware about various wines produced by Four Seasons in India and their vine yards, wine making process, wine serving tips and last but not the least, How to taste wine!!

8 tips to follow while dressing up in this IPL season

It’s hot n humid summer!! And here it’s the BIG IPL time too!!! If you are already set to watch the next match with your friends and confused about how to dress then here are some tips for you.

•  Wear cotton, Lycra or chiffon tops paired up with cotton pants or denims.  You can opt for a floral print frock or sleeveless maxi dress if you can carry that.
•  If it’s sunny afternoon then wear a statement sunglass and matching

5 Quirky Beauty Tricks from the Kitchen

Don't want to spend a bomb on expensive beauty products? Raid your kitchen instead – it has all the secret ingredients! These unconventional beauty tricks will come to your aid like nothing else….

• Clean with oil:

Use: Olive oil for dry skin and jojoba oil for oily skin

Cleaning your face with oil clears out pores, decreases sebum production and cleans skin without drying it completely. Put a few drops of oil on a soft cotton ball and rub it in circular motion on your face. Take a muslin cloth and dip it in warm water. Place it on your face for 10 minutes. Remove it and use a dry cloth to wipe off the oil.

• Removing a tan:

6 Ways To Brighten Tired Skin After A Tough Day

Some simple yet effective tips to revive the glow on your face!

Did you know? Dull skin is the root to many facial problems such as dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles. Hence it is important to relax and rejuvenate your skin. Locking the brightness and natural glow of your skin requires simple techniques and remedies which can be followed at home. “Stress, pollution and dirt can affect your skin. Splashing your face with cold water or rubbing it with ice when you get back home from work can instantly ease your tiredness.”

Here are some more tips:

• Exfoliation is a Must: Use a gentle scrub on your face and body once a week.

• Increase Your Water Intake: Water is a must for a healthy body and hydrated skin. Alternatively use coconut water to brighten your complexion.

Going Backless?? Start your prep now!

Bipasha Basu

Summer is here and If you want to flaunt daring outfits in parties that show off a sexy back, you'll have to take prep first!

Be it sexy plunging blouses or chic backless gowns, one can't wear these outfits without a 'wow' back. Here are some tips from experts on how to bring sexy back:

I suggest smart exercises that involve short, intense bursts of activity. For example, on days when you're working out your back, do back exercises followed by a few minutes of cardio, and then return to working out your back. The pattern is: compound moves-cardio-compound moves. This is also known as interval sessions and is the fastest way to burn fat and get a sexy back. Stand Tall & Relax.

If you have marks, acne or pigmentation on your back, start prepping (list below) at least 10-12 weeks in advance. If you have mild problems, 4-6 weeks should be enough.

• Do not wax your back very close to the occasion. It can induce acne-like eruptions. Try bleaching if you have to camouflage back hair on wax early.

Spa Made Easy, From Kitchen Ingredients

Ingredients that you use daily in your kitchen can give you the best pick-me-ups for your face.Forget the expensive exotic wraps and other rare beauty regimens at wellness spots.The easiest and safest glow-getters can be blended up for the face right in your own kitchen.try these out in the coming weekend..
 
WHY ITS A GREAT IDEA
In winters,the cold weather is bound to cause a build-up of dryness,clogged pores and blemishes on the face.Natural ingredients such as Vitamins A,B,C and E act as a moisturizer and reduce the roughness.And all these vitamins are easily available on your kitchen shelf or in your refrigerator.

INGREDIENTS YOU WILL NEED:

CUCUMBER
 

With its cooling effect and hydrating power,cucumber works great for the eye,but its also great for a spotless skin.
Tip: Just grate a little and chill it in the refrigerator and use it on your face,after you have cleansed it.It will help soothe the skin and reduce under-eye puffiness.

 

Checklist For a Glowing Skin

One must first understand what causes skin to appear dull and lifeless? Topping the list is pollution, followed by stress that results from a hectic lifestyle. Last but not the least are one's genes. Also it is common for Indian women to have uneven skin tone and a tendency to get dark faster, as their skin tends to tan due to exposure to the sun. While creams and lotions go a long way in taking care of dull skin, what lies at the heart of glowing skin depends on what you eat.

1. Avoid junk, processed and fried food that will later cause several skin problems. Have a nutritious and well balanced diet and drink a lot of water to keep your skin hydrated.
2. Cleanse, tone, moisturize and exfoliate your skin.