How to use ubtan for tan removal, for brides and for babies
How to use ubtan for tan removal: what to mix it with, how often, a pre-wedding plan for brides, and why ubtan is best avoided on...
Our working notes
We write down why we made each choice
Longer pieces on the ingredients we use and leave out, how we formulate, and how to read a label.
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Is face oil good for oily skin?
Is face oil good for oily skin? Yes, if it is light and you use very little. Which oils suit oily skin, how many drops, and...
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Bakuchiol vs retinol: a gentler anti-ageing option?
Bakuchiol vs retinol: what each is, what one small 12-week trial found, and how to use bakuchi (babchi) oil at night if retinol feels too harsh.
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Vitamin C serum vs niacinamide: which should you use for dull skin and dark spots?
Vitamin C or niacinamide for dull skin and dark spots? A plain comparison of what each does, when to use them, and how to layer both.
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Chemical-free skincare in India: what "clean" should actually mean on a label
No skincare is chemical-free. What "clean" means on an Indian cosmetic label, which front-of-pack claims you can check, and how to read the ingredient list.
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Can you apply rose water on your face overnight?
Yes, if it is pure rose water. How to use it at night, what to layer over it, which labels to avoid and when to stop.
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Best oil for wrinkles on the face: kumkumadi, almond, gotu kola and bakuchi compared
What face oils can and cannot do for wrinkles, and how kumkumadi, sweet almond, gotu kola and bakuchi oils compare for fine lines, tone and sensitive...
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Does beard oil really work on a patchy beard? Plus how to avoid razor bumps
What beard oil can and cannot do for a patchy beard, plus simple shaving and aftercare steps to avoid razor bumps.
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Is mineral sunscreen better than chemical sunscreen for Indian skin?
How mineral and chemical sunscreens differ, which suits oily, sensitive or melasma-prone Indian skin, and what SPF and PA to look for. Includes where our SPF-free...
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Natural mosquito repellent for babies and kids: what works without DEET
How to keep mosquitoes off babies and kids without DEET: nets and clothing first, how long citronella and lemongrass sprays last, and how to apply any...
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How to get rid of dark lips naturally: a lip scrub and lip balm routine
What causes dark lips, what can and cannot change naturally, why to skip lemon juice, and a simple lip scrub and lip balm routine for dry,...
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How to make shampoo with amla, reetha, shikakai and hibiscus powder (ratio and recipe)
The ratio of amla, reetha, shikakai and hibiscus powder for a homemade shampoo, how to make and use it, where bhringraj and rosemary fit in, and...
