Message for the day
Go not to the temple to put flowers upon the feet of God,
First fill your own house with the Fragrance of love...
Go not to the temple to light candles before the altar of God,
First remove the darkness of sin from your heart...
Go not to the temple to bow down your head in prayer,
First learn to bow in humility before your fellowmen...
Go not to the temple to pray on bended knees,
First bend down to lift someone who is down-trodden...
Go not to the temple to ask for forgiveness for your sins,
First forgive from your heart those who have sinned against you ...
By Tagore
DIET
Here are some great to keep in mind no matter what type of hair you have. You can’t go wrong with these thumb rules:
· Since hair is made up of 97% protein and 3% water, it’s essential to have plenty of both.
· Foods with zinc, magnesium, potassium, protein and vitamins (especially vitamin B complex) are good for the hair.
· If you are a non-vegetarian, try and get your protein from low fat fish and chicken.
· Vegetarians should eat plenty of pulses like dals and sprouts. If you are not getting all the other nutrients you need in your normal diet, then you should take supplements.
· Drink plenty of water!
· Leafy vegetables, fruits and curd are a must.
· Cut down of food that is high in sugar, fat and processed chemicals.
What to eat: Fresh fruits and vegetables, fish & vitamin A rich foods. What to avoid: Dairy products, spicy food, piping hot food & animal fat.
You could also try the all new Sunsilk Naturals Anti-Dandruff shampoo enriched with lemon and curd extracts.
Quick Bytes:
· Dry hair is the result of low secretion of natural oils.
· Factors that trigger dry hair are over exposure to sun and wind, excessive blow-drying, inadequate intake of vitamin B.
· To deal with this hair condition, increase your intake of low cholesterol, polyunsaturated oils such as margarine, sunflower oil, fruits and foods rich in Vitamin B.
· A supplement of Vitamin E capsules will also help.
What to eat: Foods rich in vitamin B, raw vegetables, pulses, whole-wheat bread, brown rice, liver, bananas, nuts and oily fish. What to avoid: Salt and fatty cheeses.
Ideal Shampoo:
To avoid further dryness, use a good shampoo like the new Sunsilk Naturals Silky Strength (enhanced with henna and lotus flower extracts) plus conditioner.
The shampoo will clean your hair gently, without stripping it of its natural oils and the conditioner will actually improve the condition of your hair, making it soft, supple and manageable.
· To combat this, it is essential to avoid fried and greasy foods.
· Your diet should include lots of green leafy vegetables, salads, fresh fruits and yoghurt. In addition to this, make sure you handle your hair as little as possible and keep your scalp absolutely clean.
· As long as you dont scrub or over-massage your hair, you can even wash it twice a day.
How Much To Use
· Using the whole flat of your hand, massage the conditioner into your hair working from the scalp downwards.
· Wrap your head in a towel (if you’ve got long hair, tie it back in a loose knot first).
· This works by keeping the head warm and helps to prevent moisture loss from the hair.
When you’re ready to wash intensive conditioner out, remove the towel, comb through the hair again with a wide-toothed comb and rinse thoroughly.
Yes, the simple practice of brushing your hair can do lots for your tresses:
· Brushing stimulates blood circulation. This guarantees that each root gets plenty of oxygen which leads to better hair growth.
· Brushing also removes the loose scales accumulated on the scalp and distributes the sebum evenly through the hair, giving it the shine of good health!
· Rubber base brushes with dense, durable bristles are great for all hair types. The rubber base flexes so there is less pulling at the roots.
· For styling, round brushes are best but can snag hair. Try the largest size appropriate for your particular style.
The 100 Strokes A Day Theory—Myth Or…?
A dirty brush will make your hair even dirtier and may also result in scalp infections. So you need to make an effort to keep them spotlessly clean. Dirt and hair can be loosened from the brush by running a comb through its bristles. Then swirl it warm, soapy water and rinse it thoroughly under running water. Avoid lending your brush to others. You could be exchanging scalp infection along with the brush!
The individual tooth should be rounded.
There should be no sharp edges.
A hard rubber comb is better than a plastic one.
NEVER use a metal comb.
It is good to comb your hair…GENTLY! If you let it dry without running a comb through this will lead to the most monstrous tangles and snarls. This allows your hair to dry out smooth and straight.
Untying Those Knots?
If you have longer hair, don’t comb straight from the root to the tip – because if you have any tangles this would force them one on top of the other. Instead, comb the bottom third of your hair and when this is tangle-free comb from root to tip. This method applies irrespective of whether the hair is wet, dry or during conditioner application.
Shampoos Vs Soaps
· They are made from detergents which cut through grease more easily.
· They lather and spread more easily than soaps. This also makes them easier and convenient to use.
· Unlike soap, shampoo is pH balanced and cleans hair gently, without leaving behind residue.
· Shampoo lifts off excessive oil, sebum, pollutants, sweat, dust and dandruff.
Conditioning your hair is of utmost importance because a good conditioner coats your hair shaft, protecting it from wear and tear. It also makes your hair smooth and shiny and prevents hair breakage.
A good shampoo like Sunsilk has a high quality conditioner balanced with natural extracts for different types of hair.
2. Intensive conditioners
· If your hair is in this state, you should be using intensive conditioners as a weekly treatment for the extra care you need.
· They will help you achieve your hair’s perfect state – soft, shiny and healthier looking.
· They contain additional ingredients like humectants which lock in moisture. This gets rid of the dryness in your hair.
Yes! Here's why...
· Your hair gets damaged everyday through routine activities such as towel drying, aggressive brushing, incorrect combing and styling.
· Besides this everyday exposure to sun, wind and environmental pollution can also damage your hair, making it look dull, dry and listless.
· You need to protect your hair, which is dead and is not capable of repairing itself. That is why you need to use a conditioner—to protect your hair.
How Do I Protect My Hair While Swimming?
If your hair is damaged, permed or coloured, it will need intensive conditioning.
How To Apply
· To begin with, pour out an adequate amount of conditioner onto your palms and rub them together.
· Then gently work the conditioner into your hair, always in the same direction i.e. from front to back.
· If you have basically dry hair with an oily scalp, apply the conditioner to the ends only.
· Using the whole flat of your hand, massage the conditioner into your hair, working from the scalp downwards.
How Much To Use
Be liberal. The hair should feel heavy. However, you don’t want to see white blobs of product sitting on your hair. Don’t over apply it at the roots because you are very unlikely to need much of it here.
Here’s a quick and easy way to apply intensive conditioner:
· Using the whole flat of your hand, massage the conditioner into your hair working from the scalp downwards.
· Wrap your head in a towel (if you’ve got long hair, tie it back in a loose knot first).
· This works by keeping the head warm and helps to prevent moisture loss from the hair.
When you’re ready to wash intensive conditioner out, remove the towel, comb through the hair again with a wide-toothed comb and rinse thoroughly.
Yes, the simple practice of brushing your hair can do lots for your tresses:
· Brushing stimulates blood circulation. This guarantees that each root gets plenty of oxygen which leads to better hair growth.
· Brushing also removes the loose scales accumulated on the scalp and distributes the sebum evenly through the hair, giving it the shine of good health!
· For medium to fine hair, soft plastic brushes are best. Choose one with knobs at the bristle ends they’re gentler on the scalp.
· Rubber base brushes with dense, durable bristles are great for all hair types. The rubber base flexes so there is less pulling at the roots.
· For styling, round brushes are best but can snag hair. Try the largest size appropriate for your particular style.
Do I Really Need A Conditioner? Yes! Here's why..
· Your hair gets damaged everyday through routine activities such as towel drying, aggressive brushing, incorrect combing and styling.
· Besides this everyday exposure to sun, wind and environmental pollution can also damage your hair, making it look dull, dry and listless.
· You need to protect your hair, which is dead and is not capable of repairing itself. That is why you need to use a conditioner—to protect your hair.
How Do I Protect My Hair While Swimming?
If you swim regularly, use your fingers to comb a little conditioner through your dry hair before you get into the pool. This will help to keep it in good condition, even whilst swimming and will also make it easier to put your swimming cap on if you wear one.
Does My Hair Need Intensive Conditioning?
If your hair is damaged, permed or coloured, it will need intensive conditioning.
When To Use
· After shampooing, rinse your hair thoroughly and then apply the conditioner.
· Take care not to rub the conditioner into the scalp as it may feel greasy.
· The quantity and kind of conditioner will depend on the state of your hair - whether it is dry, oily or normal.
· If your hair is very tangled, you need more conditioner. If it is less tangled, you need
less conditioner.
Are Soaps Bad For Hair?
Even though soaps have been traditionally used, there are various reasons why they are not effective cleansers like shampoos:
· They leave behind fine granule-like deposits of calcium and magnesium, leading to an unhealthy scalp.
· In hard water they leave behind a deposit on your hair, making it dull and difficult to comb. This results in hair breakage.
· Soaps are harsh on your hair because they strip the hair of its natural oil, making it dry, coarse and rough to touch. Whats more, you’ll find that your hair gets easily tangled and looks dull and lifeless.
Shampoos Vs Soaps
Shampoos are better cleaning agents because...
· They are made from detergents which cut through grease more easily.
· They lather and spread more easily than soaps. This also makes them easier and convenient to use.
· Unlike soap, shampoo is pH balanced and cleans hair gently, without leaving behind residue.
· Shampoo lifts off excessive oil, sebum, pollutants, sweat, dust and dandruff.
1. Regular Conditioners
Conditioning your hair is of utmost importance because a good conditioner coats your hair shaft, protecting it from wear and tear. It also makes your hair smooth and shiny and prevents hair breakage.
A good shampoo like Sunsilk has a high quality conditioner balanced with natural extracts for different types of hair.
2. Intensive conditioners
· If your hair is in this state, you should be using intensive conditioners as a weekly treatment for the extra care you need.
· They will help you achieve your hair’s perfect state – soft, shiny and healthier looking.
