Role of Vitamin E
15 the number of days you need to take a vitamin E supplement in a year to Vitamin E revitalize your skin.

When it comes to getting a soft, supple and younger-looking skin, Vitamin E beats everything else hands down.

It revitalizes the skin; its anti-oxidant properties fight skin damage (age spots, fine lines) caused by free radicals.


But before you start popping Vitamin E supplements, pay heed to what the doc says.

Exfoliate but in moderation

Exfoliate in moderation

Getting rid of dead skin cells by exfoliation is an essential part of daily skincare. But don’t overdo it, as it can remove the skin’s protective topmost layer, leaving it ruddy and broken.

Vitamin E A 1% hydrocortisone cream will soothe the inflammation caused by over exfoliation. Synthetic seems to be safer when it comes to exfoliation. Pick up scrubs that use synthetic beads (look for polyethylene on the label) as they are gentler than ones with apricot seeds or walnut shells. Exfoliate just once or twice a week and not every day!

Let your skin glow! As brides, many of us have been pampered with gram flour paste mixed with herbs that cleanses the skin and makes it glow. Try out this DIY recipe at home. Here’s what you need: ground coriander, cumin, fenugreek, liquorices and gram flour. Mix together equal quantities of the above ingredients. Now, depending on your skin type, mix it with a liquid base. For oily and combination skin, add yogurt; for dry or mature skin, use milk or cream and for normal skin, blend with water or rose water. Apply the paste on the face in small circular movements. Wash off after a few minutes. Look into the mirror and fall in love with the reflection!


Susan’s soaps and more lip balm
Vitamin E
Shea butter, castor oil and honey trap the moisture and keep the lips soft. The balm also removes smoker’s stains. Choose from tangerine and honey almond.

L’Oreal Paris Glam Bronze

Get a lovely, sun-kissed look for a lazy winter brunch with this new product that comes in 2 tones: gold and copper sparkles. The gold is for light skin and copper for darker complexion.

Neutrogena

The international brand of skincare products is now available in India. The brand is known for its gentle-on-skin products. We tested its pure mild facial cleanser. Our verdict: terrific!