Freckles or tiny hair on the nose can be treated by using a scrub made of rice powder and tomato juice.
Published: Thu 12 Nov 2015, 11:00 PM
Last updated: Fri 13 Nov 2015, 1:00 AM
The one-stop home beauty solutions space I shampoo my hair twice a week and steam it with aloe vera cream afterwards. But, of late, I think my hair is getting greasy just a few days after having a wash. What can I do to keep my hair looking fresh and clean?
I would suggest you use fresh aloe vera gel instead -it's always better than the usual commercial creams. Simply add a few drops of lemon juice to the gel and massage this into your scalp. Leave on for an hour before washing it off. It will also help cleanse your scalp.
If you really want to use the cream, make sure you add a few drops of lemon juice into it. This will help reduce the oiliness.
My daughter is 14 years old and she has tiny black spots on her nose. They may be blackheads but they look like hair and have a rough texture. Please suggest a simple remedy for this problem.
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Freckles or tiny hair on the nose can be treated by using a scrub made of rice powder and tomato juice. Apply this generously and gently scrub off when dry. Follow this up with a cold water rinse. Tomatoes have wonderful skin-lightening effects and rice powder acts as a scrub to repair skin. Do this every day for best results.
Can dandruff make the scalp smell? I suffer from dandruff and have been using a hot oil treatment, but the dandruff returns almost immediately the next day. I've also noticed a bit of a greasy smell, just a few hours after washing my hair, and can't help but wonder if this is because of the dandruff. Please help.
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If your dandruff problem gets excessive, it can cause a certain smell. The best treatment for your problem is brushing your hair thoroughly, then massaging your scalp with lemon juice, diluted with a little water and 6 drops of tea tree oil. I would advice you to keep this on overnight to help rid your scalp of all dandruff and odour. Tea tree is a great anti-bacterial treatment and is also really helpful when it comes to dealing with pimples.
I feel like my skin colour is getting darker by the day, and the main issue is that my neck, underarms and thighs are extremely dark. Please suggest a natural solution to treat this.
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Make a mask by mixing coconut milk with almond powder, and apply this onto the dark areas of your skin. Both coconut milk and almond powder have nourishing effects and a whitening property, making them perfect for your problem. Do this once, or even twice a day for quick results.
I have thin, curly hair that's always in tangles. Is there an easy, natural solution to keep it tangle-free?
Comb your hair with a wide-toothed comb and apply a yoghurt pack into your hair. Rinse after 20 minutes. When your hair is dry, brush thoroughly and keep your hair tied up, especially if you are at home. Yoghurt is a very good conditioner to keep hair smooth and soft.
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