Maintaining healthy, glowing skin is a goal for many individuals, and a good routine that is suitable to you plays a crucial role in achieving it. However, there are common mistakes that people often make that can hinder their progress and even harm their skin. In this blog post, we'll highlight some of these skincare mistakes and offer tips to help you achieve a flawless complexion.
One of the biggest skincare mistakes is neglecting sunscreen. Exposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can lead to premature aging, dark spots, and an increased risk of skin cancer. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily, regardless of the weather or your activities.
Cleansing your face is essential, but overdoing it can strip away natural oils and disrupt the skin's pH balance. Stick to gentle cleansers like our Lychee & Seabuckthorn Face wash and limit washing to a maximum of twice a day.
It's tempting to pop a pimple, but this can lead to scarring, infection, and worsened inflammation. Instead, use spot treatments with ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to help clear up blemishes. If needed, consult a dermatologist for professional guidance.
Even if you have oily skin, moisturizing is crucial to maintain hydration and balance. Use a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer suited for your skin type to prevent dryness without causing excess oil production.
Your neck and hands can show signs of aging just like your face. Extend your skincare routine to these areas by applying moisturizer and sunscreen.
Introducing multiple new products simultaneously can overwhelm your skin and make it difficult to identify what's working or causing irritation. Introduce one new product at a time, allowing a few weeks to see its effects before adding another.
Leaving makeup on overnight can clog pores and cause breakouts. Always remove your makeup before bed using a gentle makeup remover or cleansing oil.
Skincare isn't just about what you apply topically; it's also influenced by your diet and hydration. Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats, and drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated and glowing.
Dirty brushes can harbor bacteria and cause skin issues. Clean your makeup brushes and sponges regularly to maintain a clear complexion.
Chronic stress can negatively impact your skin, leading to breakouts and other skin issues. Practice stress-relieving activities like meditation, yoga, or simply taking time for yourself to promote a healthy complexion.
In conclusion, achieving healthy, radiant skin involves not only using the right products but also adopting a holistic approach to skincare. Avoiding these common skincare mistakes and following a consistent and suitable skincare routine can help you achieve the glowing skin you desire.
Centella Asiatica also known as Gotu Kola is native to India and many parts of Asia for thousands of years. We stumbled upon this ingredient while doing our research to add brightening and soothing ingredients to our Chocolate & Licorice Face Mask When we read up extensively on it, we were amazed by its benefits and simple HAD TO include it in our product.
It is extremely rich in anti-oxidants thanks to polyphenols, flavonoid, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. It boasts many rejuvenating compounds such as triternene saponins and phytonutrients that support compromised skin barrier. It also soothes irritated and inflamed skin with regular use. The herb works on skin firming and reducing sun damage. Talk about being an over-achiever!
What skin types benefit from Gotu Kola?
Well, its good for ALL SKIN TYPES, yes!
Gotu Kola is a favourite for sensitive skin, helping to visibly promote a calm and balanced complexion.
This wonderful ingredient works best as an astringent and moisture regulator as it travels deep into the skin to hydrate, soothe, and nourish the skin cells. This makes it great for both dry & oily skin types.
Acne prone skin seem to love it too thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties that treat inflamed acne lesions. Its antibacterial and antioxidant properties curb bacterial proliferation in your pores and initiate quick wound healing.
After learning more about this ingredient, we hope we have inspired you to choose more skincare with Gotu Kola.
We also use it in a potent form in our Face Oils, giving you the purest form of Centella Asiatica there is... Ah we love it!!!]]>Skin woes like dark circles, milia and dull skin are NORMAL. They indicate that we are going through different phases in our life. Instead of fretting about them and stressing yourself and your skin out, here are some tips to learn more about these and how to take care of them:
Dark circles tell stories about all the hard work we pour into making our goals reach fruition. They can also be caused due to genetics, lack of sleep, rubbing your eyes, dehydration and other lifestyle factors. Give your skin some love by applying our Pumpkin & Rosehip Under Eye Oil to keep that area moisturised. Always apply any under eye products very gently without tugging your skin as it is extremely thin and prone to sagging.
Milia are small white bumps on your face caused due to excessive sun exposure or dead skin cells being trapped under new skin. In most cases milia clears up within a few weeks but can be sped up by limiting sun exposure, using sunscreen and gentle exfoliation upto twice a week. Please do no pop or scrape these as this can lead to scarring.
Dull and tired skin is just an indicator that our body, mind and skin need some rest and refreshment. Do try to balance out work/personal life and feed your body some nourishing fuel. Dehydration can also cause dull skin so hydrate your body with atleast 8 glasses of water everyday. Skimping on moisturizer, especially if your skin tends to be dry, can affect the appearance of your skin. Hydrate your skin with our fresh Face Toners and our ultra lightweight Olive Squalane & Cantaloupe Gel Moisturiser for plump skin.
If you are going through these skin changes, then don't stress as that accelerates the ageing process! Instead, sit back, relax and know that your skin is beautiful the way it is. It is normal to go through skin changes :)
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One of our most underrated and promising products is the
PUMPKIN & ROSEHIP UNDER EYE OIL
It is not a run-of-the-mill Under Eye Cream (which is some part water and some part oil). It is special, it is pure and it is love!
We, Karishma & Shefali at BLISCENT are going through so many life changes and this one product has been by our side in all these different milestones. So you'd ask, what's so special about it?
There are several special attributes about this wonderful product. However, the most important, like always is the list of phenomenal ingredients that we use to make this.
Let's dive into why it actually works...
COMPOSITION & CHEMISTRY
This beauty has 9 carrier oils, 4 essential oils and infusion of Coffee Powder, Calendula and Marigold Petals.
This power packed formula is made of 100% oils without any dilution or fillers making it effective and working on your under eye concerns (dark circles, fine lines & bags) from the root level.
WHY THESE INGREDIENTS?
Pumpkin Seed Oil & Tamanu Oil: Loaded with antioxidants, zinc and Vitamins A,E and C which keep the skin moisturized, improve skin tone and make it firm.
Moringa Oil: Penetrates deep into the skin and helps correct dark circles.
Arabica Coffee: This infusion helps with depuffing the eyes and making the skin firm and youthful.
Rosehip Oil & Walnut Oil: These are an excellent remedy to soothe, hydrate and deeply nourish those telltale dark circles.
DEEPLY MOISTURIZES
REDUCES FINE LINES
HELPS CORRECT DARK CIRCLES
HOW TO USE IT?
The metal ball applicator is very soothing, trust us! Simply swipe under your eyes, dab with the ring finger and keep your eyes shut for 20 mins.
Shop this amazing product HERE!
]]>As summer approaches, sun and sweat and SPF takes the throne (rightly so). Unfortunately this comes with a side of lifeless and dull skin, thanks to all the heat and humidity. Don't worry; you're not alone! With heatwaves and humidity causing havoc on our skin, it's common to experience dryness, breakouts, and uneven texture during the warmer months.
When it’s hot and humid outside, our skin can feel oily, dehydrated, itchy, and just plain icky.
One solution is to switch to using hydrosols. Hydrosols are waters that have been infused with plants & florals, and they are super effective at keeping our skin hydrated. Plus, they’re light and refreshing, making them perfect for summertime use.
Especially in the sweltering heat, spritz some cooling toners like our Gooseberry & Turmeric Face Toner. Your skin will thank you!
Ingredients matter to us and here is why we chose these ingredients for our Gooseberry Face Toner:
Gooseberry Hydrosol
- Protects the skin from sunlight and sun damage
- Rich in Vitamin C and it has one of the highest levels of antioxidants
- Helps to keep the skin bright and supple
Lavender Hydrosol
- Detoxifies the skin naturally
- Naturally rich in tannins help to keep the skin supple and firm
- Helps reduce inflammation and protects the skin against radical damage
Turmeric Hydrosol
- Helps decrease hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles
- Improves the apperance of pores and texture of the skin
Incorporate are beautiful hydrating toners into your routine and watch your skin become plump & glowy in no time!
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Turmeric: The golden spice of India, turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce redness, irritation, and acne. It also has antioxidant properties that can protect your skin from free radical damage and premature aging.
Neem: Neem is a powerful antibacterial and antifungal agent that can help to clear acne, reduce inflammation, and soothe irritated skin. It is also rich in antioxidants that can protect your skin from environmental stressors.
Sandalwood: Sandalwood has been used in Indian skincare for centuries because of its cooling and calming properties. It can help to soothe inflamed skin, reduce redness, and brighten your complexion.
Aloe Vera: Aloe vera is a popular ingredient in Indian skincare because of its soothing and hydrating properties. It can help to heal damaged skin, reduce inflammation, and improve the overall texture of your skin.
Rosewater: Rosewater is a gentle, natural toner that can help to balance your skin's pH, reduce redness, and hydrate your skin. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Incorporating traditional Indian skincare ingredients into your routine can be a great way to achieve healthy, glowing skin. Along with your usual skincare routine, try incorporating one or more of these ingredients too once in a while!]]>
There is a common misconception that skincare should start when you are older or in your 30s, but the truth is that the earlier you begin your skincare journey, the better. However, it is never too late to be proactive about the health of your skin and give it a boost.
Here are a few tips that you can incorporate in your routine even if you have missed out on doing them until now:
Have you ever wondered how to wake up with a freshly glowy face? With the growing awareness of the importance of skincare, more and more people are turning to simple but effective skincare. In this blog we will be sharing with you some of our favourite tips for improving your skincare routine which will leave your skin looking healthy and radiant.
Under eye oil is a great way to reduce the appearance of bags under your eyes, as well as dark circles. It's also great for sealing in moisture and keeping your skin fully hydrated. This means that you'll see fewer wrinkles and fine lines over time! An under eye oil can help fight the signs of aging and help to treat dark circles.
Dark circles under the eyes are often caused by genetics, but they can also be a sign of a skin condition that needs treatment. Dark circles can indicate inflammation in the tissue and blood vessels under the eyes. It's important to know that dark circles are not the end of the world but then can tend to be annoying.
Reduce Bags Under the Eyes
The most common reason to use an under-eye oil is to reduce bags under the eyes. Bags can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress and sleep deprivation. Under eye oils are especially helpful in this regard because they have anti-inflammatory properties that help calm inflammation in the skin and reduce puffiness. Additionally, they work to keep moisture locked inside your skin while also helping repair any damage done by bad habits like smoking or drinking too much alcohol (which leads to dehydration).
If you’re looking for something with more powerful anti-aging benefits than just reducing puffiness or dark circles, we recommend finding a product that has rich natural oils that are light weight! This will help keep those wrinkles at bay while helping prevent further damage from occurring over time.
Seal in Moisture
Certain oils can help you get a more radiant complexion by sealing in moisture. This is especially true if you have dry skin, or are dealing with eczema or psoriasis.
If your under-eye area feels tight and uncomfortable, try massaging an oil into the skin around it—this will help to loosen up any dried out areas so they can breathe again!
Decrease Wrinkles and Fine Lines
The first major use for an under eye oil is to reduce wrinkles and fine lines. This can be achieved through the use of a product that contains antioxidants, which help protect your skin from free radical damage.
An under eye oil will also help you look more awake! Puffiness under the eyes can make us look tired or even older than we actually are.
Tips
We’re all looking for ways to slow down the aging process, and the answer is a little bit of everything. Eat healthy foods, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sunshine. But there are also some things you can do on your own that will help protect against wrinkling and fine lines:
Essential Foods for Anti-aging Skincare
Take care of your skin from the inside out.
- Eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of vegetables and fruits, whole grains, legumes and lean proteins.
- Avoid sugar and processed foods (including white bread).
- Limit red meat consumption to once or twice per week as well as trans fats.
- Drink lots of water throughout the day.
Topical Care for Anti-aging
Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid (HA), ceramides and niacinamide – all of which help maintain and strengthen collagen production in the skin.
Use gentle cleansers to wash away dirt and makeup.
If you're looking for a gentle cleanser, try our Lychee & Seabuckthorn Face Wash. It does not strip your skin and removes dirt from pores.
Avoid harsh scrubs, which can aggravate fine lines and wrinkles. For makeup, be sure to use an oil cleanser for a first cleanse and then follow up with a gentle face wash.
UV protection is vital because sun damage contributes to the formation of most wrinkles.
In fact, UV rays are the main cause of skin damage and can lead to premature aging. Sunscreens with an SPF of 30 or more offer excellent protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays that cause photoaging, a precursor to wrinkles and wrinkle formation. If you want to prevent these signs of aging on your skin, apply sunscreen every day—even if it’s cloudy outside!
Coconut Water
Add some coconut water to your diet to help make sure your body is getting all the nutrients it needs. It contains enzymes that are helpful for digestion, as well as antioxidants that protect against damage caused by free radicals in our bodies (which can lead to premature aging). It’s not technically a food but it’s great for helping keep your skin looking young & hydrated!
Conclusion
The best anti-aging foods for skin are ones that help you look younger and feel better inside. You want to eat foods high in antioxidants, like berries, and make sure you're getting enough omega-3 fatty acids from nuts and flaxseed oil. It's a good idea to avoid processed or fried food because they can cause inflammation in your body which could lead to unwanted signs of aging. You should also try to get at least eight hours sleep every night!
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When you’re on a plane, it's easy to forget that your skin needs care. After all, you’re usually strapped in with headphones and watching your favourite show. But it is important to remember that you should be taking care of your skin too! that can help keep your skin healthy during a flight:
Prep your skin for take-off
· Wash your face with a gentlecleanser
· After washing, apply a toner for a blast for hydration.
· Moisturize after cleansing and toning; this will help prevent dryness, especially in areas prone to flakes.
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
Drink water! Even if you're on a long flight, it's important to drink plenty of water throughout the day. You may be dehydrated and feel thirsty because your body isn't getting enough fluids. Dehydration can cause headaches, fatigue and irritability.
Be generous with moisturizer
If you have dryer skin or suffer from eczema or psoriasis, then using a good quality moisturizer before getting on the plane will make sure that nothing gets dried out during the flight time. Feel free to use a lightweight moisturiser in-flight too if your skin feels dry and parched.
Also, don't forget to slather your face with sunscreen before leaving home because sun rays can find you while you're seated on an aircraft too!
Try to go makeup free especially for long haul flights
Go makeup free. When you're in the air, it's easy to forget how much time can pass by when flying. Travelling with a makeup free face will help prevent breakouts and clogged pores.
Rehydrating your skin during a flight is the number one tip.
Rehydrating your skin during a flight is the number one tip. Hydrating serums, creams and mist are all great options to help your skin stay hydrated while you fly.
A great way to do this is spritzing our hydrating toners every once in a while.
Conclusion
I am sure we have all been on long haul flight at some point. We all know how important good skincare is and this article will hopefully give some tips on how to keep your skin looking smooth when flying.
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When the festive season is around the corner, we all want to look and feel our best! Diwali parties, pujas and celebrations all leave us wanting to get glowing skin from the inside out. Follow these simple and often overlooked steps to glow from the inside out:
Icing
Icing your face helps to depuff and increase blood circulation in your skin. Skin icing also helps to reduce inflammation and minimizes the appearance of large pores. Ice your face once in 2 days for a gorgeous glow.
Exercise
We know this one seems to be a bit overdone but nothing can beat that glow which endorphins can give. A sweat session not only leave you feeling fresh but is great to get that lit-from-within glow. Be consistent and start with 20 mins a day of movement/exercise.
Face Massage
Facial massage helps promote healthy skin while relaxing your facial muscles. It may help in reducing the appearance of wrinkles. It also aids in lymphatic drainage which gives you supple skin. Get the blood flowing and your cheekbones chiselled with a light face massage every night. Bonus tip – Massage your skin with a light facial oil Watermelon & Black Cumin Face Oil to avoid tugging harshly at your skin.
Deep Cleansing Face Routine
Great skin is a canvas for good makeup. Make sure you deep clean your skin with a gentle cleanser Lychee & Sea Buckthorn Face Wash and then apply your makeup after a nourishing skin prep routine. It is equally important to double cleanse and remove that makeup after the festivities of the night are over so that your beautiful skin can breathe and feel clean.
We hope that this blog reminds you to keep it simple and enjoy the festivities to the fullest with fresh, supple and glowing skin!
The happy 9 Days of Navratri are here and we have some great tips and tricks to kick start the festive mood and indulge in skincare.
DAY 1
Skincare Tip: Dry Brushing - Dry Brushing is a very therapeutic exercise. Works on lymphatic drainage and increases blood flow. Also helps to shed dry skin cells.
Product: Body Polish - Let your skin feel soft and smooth with our luxurious sugar-based scrubs. No plastic beads to make the drain nasty, just pure unadulterated love for your skin and planet.
DAY 2
Skincare Tip: Face Towel - Be sure to use a different face towel to wipe your face and avoid using the same one that you use for the body. Why pass on the germs to your delicate face?
Product: Face Wash - A face wash should be gentle, moisturizing and non-drying and ours checks the right boxes. Have you tried it yet? Works beautifully for all skin types and also anytime of the day. It's gentle enough for all ages as it has no SLS.
DAY 3
Skincare Tip: Steaming - Helps to open up the pores before application of a face mask or before a face massage.
Product: Face Mask - Let the right product work for you without over drying your skin and keeping it hydrated and nourished while pulling our dirt and grime effortlessly! Which one is your pick from our Chocolate and Charcoal one?
DAY 4
Skincare Tip: Lip Mask - Don't have an overnight lip mask? Use a heavy dose of our Lip Butter to wake up to soft beautiful lips.
Product: Lip Care - Lip care is often neglected during festive season as one is always wearing lip sticks and Lip glosses. These tend to dry out the lips and pigments get deposited in the cracks of the lips. Make sure to check our range of Lip Scrubs to effortlessly buff away dry skin in a jiffy.
DAY 5
Skincare Tip: Damp Skin - When we apply our favourite moisturisers and face oils, we except them to deliver results. The best way to make the most of them is by using them on damp skin so the water on the skin can take the product to the deepest layers of your skin and do the work!
Product: Face Toners - Easy to use and super refreshing, our Face Toners help to rejuvenate, hydrate, and add lots of nourishment to your skin in just a few sprays. They are pure, unadulterated, and made with delicate flowers and fruits to have the most effective results on your skin every day.
DAY 6
Skincare Tip: Ghee for your feet - Ghee is known to calm your tired soles after a long day. Simply rub some on your feet and have a good night’s sleep.
Product: Foot Soak - Foot care is often ignored but we changed the narrative with easy to use Foot Soaks for a relaxing spa like feel at home. Just add a spoon in a bucket of water and soak your feet. Say hello to soft and beautiful feet! What’s your pick, Peppermint or Lime?
DAY 7
Skincare Tip: Eye Yoga - Our eyes have very delicate skin around them and we strain and stretch them every day thanks to our modern lifestyle. It is important to include some basic Eye Yoga in your everyday routine to keep your muscles relaxed.
Product: Under Eye Oil - Made with a blend of oils and infusion of Coffee and Marigold, our under-eye oil works tirelessly to reduce the appearance of dark circles, puffiness and fine lines. Be sure to use it every night for best results as consistency is key!
DAY 8
Skincare Tip: Scalp Massage - Nothing stimulates the hair follicles like a good old champi but due to our hectic lives, we do not have the time for a massage and wash every other day. Try a dry scalp massage but running your fingers through your scalp and hair for 5 mins every day and see the results.
Product: Hair Pack - Our Fenugreek Hair Pack comprises of some handpicked ingredients which are great for your scalp and tresses. It’s a unique composition to soften your strands, reduce inflammation and dandruff and keep your scalp oil free and fresh. Check it out here.
DAY 9
Skincare Tip: Keep it Simple
Product: While there are multiple products and skincare trends out there today both in India and Internationally, choose what works for your as per your needs. Identify your concern and then choose products to avoid hoarding and buying without need. At the end, skincare should be fun for you and your senses!
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Bonus tip – Add in some Face Oils like our Cucumber & Carrotseed Face Oil to seal in all the goodness of your skincare routine. Lightweight face oils are not only great for anti-aging but protect your skin and keep it baby soft.
You have probably heard and eaten at restaurants that follow the “Farm to Table” philosophy. It basically means that the food has minimum adulteration and processing before being prepared and landing at your table. Well, “Farm to Face” also means the same thing. Products and formulations are as fresh as can be when they reach your face.
This propaganda focuses on the use of fresh ingredients that are obtained locally or produced on the premises where production takes place. This ensures the purest quality of the products and ensures the availability of the freshest ingredients (ideally free of potentially harmful toxins).
At BLISCENT, we believe in fresh and effective skincare with zero fillers as they do not deliver anything to the skin. Why put it in the product for the sake of it? Keeping this is mind, the efficacy of the ingredients is extremely important for the formula to work and deliver results.
Our product range includes products for the lips (Lip Butters & Lip Scrubs), Foot Care (Foot Soaks), Face Oils, Face Toners, Under Eye Oil and Hair Pack to name a few. A lot of these products do no need or contain any additives and are made with 100% fresh ingredients.
Let’s go deeper into our Toners to know what the whole Farm to Face means for BLISCENT. Eucalyptus & Tea Tree Face Toner : Ingredients include Eucalyptus Hydrosol, Mandarin Hydrosol, Orange Hydrosol, Camphor Hydrosol, Tea Tree Essential Oil & Sweet Lime Essential Oil – THAT’S ALL!
To keep the freshness of the hydrosols intact, they are prepared at the factory right before the batch is taken into production. The Mandarin Hydrosol is prepared by procuring the fruit, doing the due diligence for quality check and then going forward to preparing the Hydrosol at the factory which then goes into the Toner. There are no other middlemen or repacking or the hydrosol from another vendor (which means the product efficacy is maintained).
Let’s take another example of our Pumpkin & Rosehip Under Eye Oil . Ingredients include oils of Tamanu, Pumpkin Seed, Almond, Moringa, Apricot Kernel, Rosehip, Gotukola, Walnut & Castor, Essential Oils of Sweet Lime, Vetiver, Fennel & Lavender, Infusions of Arabica Coffee, Calendula & Marigold petals.
For the production, the 1st step is infusion of the coffee and flowers in oil. Fresh flowers are procured for this. Moving on to the production of oil. To maintain the quality, standard and costs, the oils are cold-pressed at the factory and again, outside vendors are not used for procurement of the oils. This means the oils are 100% pure and of very high quality.
At BLISCENT we are proud of our unadulterated products. Our products not only are effective and soothing to use but also deliver a sensorial experience to the end user.
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A stretch mark is a type of scar that develops when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly. The abrupt change causes the collagen and elastin, which support our skin, to rupture. As the skin heals, stretch marks may appear. These may be red, white, pink or purple in colour.
The first signs of them are usually red or purple lines in fair skin or hyperpigmented lines in dark skin – often raised but sometimes flat. Eventually, they turn a white or silvery hue with a wrinkled appearance, and it's at this point that they become permanent. The most common locations for stretch marks are areas that are prone to fluctuations in size and growth spurts, such as the stomach, bottom, thighs, legs, back, and breasts.
Stretch marks are common in men, women and children and are absolutely nothing to be ashamed about.
Why do we get stretch marks?
When skin stretches or retreats quickly, the collagen and elastin that supports it ruptures. It's no secret that the most common causes of striae are pregnancy, growth or weight change; but they can appear whatever your size, age or circumstance. If you develop stretch marks, you’re most likely to do so during these times:
- - Growth spurts that happen in puberty
- - Pregnancy
- - Rapid weight loss or gain
- - Weight training when you have rapid muscle growth
How to treat stretch marks?
Like any scar, stretch marks are permanent, but treatment may make them less noticeable. It’s important to understand that no single treatment works for everyone — and many products don’t seem to work at all.
Some ways to reduce the appearance of stretch marks are by keeping our skin soft, supple and hydrated. These can help soften the visibility of stretchmarks. Stretch marks are notoriously hard to treat once they turn white, so it would be helpful to layer your skin with rich oils, butters, and humectants while the marks are still pink to decrease their visibility. Creams, lotions, and massage oils won’t make the stretch marks disappear altogether, but they will make skin feel smoother with boosted elasticity. Drinking water and eating foods rich in healthy fats such as nuts, seeds, oily fish and avocados can also boost your skin's elasticity. So go grab some nourishing food!
]]>August onwards, its festive season in India. Right from Raksha Bandhan to Ganesh Chaturthi, ending with the New year! Who doesn’t love the family boding and the food bingeing during festival time? With the added socializing we want to make sure you've got your skin care game going strong. Here are 5 top products to prioritize this, Ganesh Chaturthi!
Home-made Body Ubtan - More often than not, we neglect our body care and only focus on face care. But here is an easy mix for you to try. You need 3-4 tbsp of besan flour, 2 tbsp of moong dal flour and a pinch of turmeric & nutmeg each. Mix this with malai, rose water or milk and you're good to go. Use this every 2nd day for soft and radiant skin.
Strawberry & Shea Butter Body Polish
Body Polish - Our body polishes are packed with rich butters and oils. A gentle exfoliation session once a week will work on dead and dry skin. It will keep the skin nourished and moisturised as well. Pick from any of our flavours for a delightful experience.
Orange & Lime Foot and Bath Soak
Foot soak – Nobody likes dull and dry looking feet. But still, we ignore this aspect of our body most of the times. Dip your feet a warm bucket of water and add a spoonful or two of our decadent foot soak to really experience great foot care. It helps to soften hard skin, fight odour and kill bacteria (especially in this monsoon season. Scrub your heels and follow up with a moisturiser.
Lip care - Lips don't lie and it's true especially if you have a lot of outings and social gatherings. Using lots of lip stick can make your lips dry, dull and lifeless. We highly recommend using our lip kit which has a Lip scrub and Lip Butter to keep your lips healthy and soft while you cruise from one gathering to the next. Our lip butters are also travel friendly so pop them into the bag that you’re carrying or in your husband’s pocket!
Strawberry & Shea Butter Body Polish Pumpkin & Rosehip Under Eye Oil
Under Eye Care - Eyes, they reflect how your night or day has been. Use the right product to make your eyes sparkle. Our under eye oil works to make your eye area look healthy and nourished. It keeps dry eyes at bay and the rich concoction of coffee and marigold work on making the skin look fresh and bright.
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Did you know that if you apply your skincare the products in the wrong order, there is a chance that they may not work for you? This is because they may not get the chance to penetrate your skin, so there’s no point of a having a skincare routine without the right steps.
Whether you’re following a simple routine that’s 3-4 steps or a more elaborate one, the order in which you apply your skincare definitely matters. With the growing number of skincare products in the market, it can be confusing to figure out the right routine for you.
Here are a few tips that may help you build your perfect skincare routine that takes your skin to the next level:
Ageing process is inevitable and the most important factor is the endocrine system. The system produces and regulates hormones and thus it is important to have a healthy endocrine system. A decline in it can drastically impact the state of hormones. This can lead to us having dryness, fine lines, pale skin and thinning of hair. Let’s look at a few important hormones for women:
Oestrogen: This is the beauty hormone and is in charge of your shape, state of hair and skin. Oestrogen and its optimum levels affect skin thickness, wrinkles formation, skin moisture, collagen production and maintain epidermal thickness. During times of elevated hormonal activity like pregnancy or being on oral contraception, skin pigmentation can be triggered. During menopause, the lack of this hormone leads to hair-fall and thinning.
Progesterone: This hormone plays a vital role in regulating various functions of the body. It is essential for a healthy pregnancy, regulated your monthly cycle and conception. High levels can make the skin feel tight and affect collagen production.
Testosterone: This is the male hormone then defines all masculine characteristics. Coarse and thicker hair coupled with oiler skin and a late onset of ageing is all thanks to this hormone in men. Altered androgens affect women with alopecia and hair loss. Lot of changes are seen post menopause as the balance between androgen and oestrogen is present.
Thyroid: Balance is the key when it comes to checking your thyroid hormones. The hormones affect metabolism, body temperature, muscle strength, skin, menstrual cycle, weight and cholesterol levels. Too much of it and the skin can become warm and flushed. Too little can make your skin feel dry, coarse and thick. It also affects hair loss and thinning if in imbalance.
If you do face any issues internally and externally it is important to check your hormone levels. Many lifestyle factors and stress keep the hormones off balance and cause more problems to your overall health. Keep a check on your overall mind, body and soul to feel happy and light each day everyday day.
Brothers and Sisters – the most beautiful and everlasting bond that exists! Call it a love or a hate relationship, that’s what being siblings is all about. You love to tease your siblings and they will get on your every last nerve, but at the end of the day, all we want is to see them flourish and be happy.
This Rakhi, we want to share some of our favourite hacks that you and your sibling can follow to have a fun day full of bonding, love and pampering!
Spending quality time, exchanging anecdotes and bonding over skincare are one of the best ways of spending this Rakhi with your siblings. Give them a tight hug and tell them how much they are loved!
Lack of sleep constricts the blood vessels on your face making the skin look dull and lacklustre. Also, if you feel your skin being taut after waking up that means it’s lost water during the repair and is dehydrated. It’s important to have a healthy night or PM skin routine so your skin can repair from the inside and outside at night.
Here is a simple routine for night.
1) Double Cleanse: Use a light balm cleanser or oil cleanser to remove the dirt, residue and sunscreen of the day. Follow it up with a light Face Wash which is not stripping or over-drying for your skin. Check out our gentle Lychee & Seabuckthorn Face Wash
4) Moisturiser: A night cream or a moisturiser will seal the goodness of the serum and all the previous layers and prevent TEWL. With this step you make sure that all the goodness stays intact. Our Gel Moisturiser – Olive Squalane & Cantaloupe, is the perfect consistency, non-sticky and it has great hydrating ingredients to deliver the goodness of moisture to your skin in a jiffy, without making your skin feel sticky or stretched out.
5) Face Oil: To avoid further tautness while you wake up in the morning, we highly, highly recommend using plant and seed-based oils for the face right after a moisturiser. Just a light massage of 2 drops of the oil can do wonders in keeping your skin tight, wrinkle free and firm with just a few strokes of massage with your fingers. Checkout our Cucumber & Carrotseed Face Oil
6) Under Eye Care: Lastly the area under the eyes is prone to dryness and bags thanks to many factors from gadgets and stress, to lack of sleep. As mentioned above, sleep is non-negotiable. Along with that a good under eye product can do wonders on keeping you look fresh and healthy all day. Checkout our Pumpkin & Rosehip Under Eye Oil.]]>
Kicking back with a nice glass of wine, with a face mask on and watching your favourite show sounds just like what we all need, but wait a minute!
Check out some of our secret tips while using face masks to make sure that you get the perfect masking session ever single time.
In the recent years, the skincare industry has evolved a lot. With more and more brands and products reaching the consumers, it's becoming even more difficult to choose the right product for yourself as everything seems just great. There also are a plethora of products that are available for face care. However, the same importance is not given to body care for that matter.
Let's understand what is body care exactly. It's taking care of your skin from below the neck to your feet. Starting from cleansers like soaps and shower gels to body nourishment products like body creams, lotions and butters to even indulgent body oils. Not to forget the hand and foot lotions, body scrubs and even foot soaks and foot masks.
Well, you'd argue that all of the above are pretty time consuming and tough to do daily. We agree that it can get tedious. But we also know how important it is to include atleast a few of the above once or twice a week minimum.
To make it easy for you, we have made an easy-to-follow weekly chart which includes a few of the above products:
Monday - Body Scrub
Tuesday - Face Mask as an armpit mask
Wednesday - Body Oil Massage
Thursday - Face Mask for your booty
Friday - Body Scrub
Saturday - Body Oil Massage
Sunday - Foot soak and foot mask
These steps are basic and easy to execute.
Here's hoping you're using your soap / shower gel and lotion daily!
Please check our BLISCENT body care collection to see what we have to offer from our luxurious and sensorial BODY CARE Range. How do you take care of your skin?
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Lips are a prominent feature of our face and they make a big statement about how we look. The colour, shape and condition determine how healthy they are and how well we take care of them. The lips are a highly exposed sensitive part of the face. They are exposed to sun, heat, dryness and pollution and are ignored more often than not. Hence, it is very important to protect them through all the stress and season changes.
Lip structure:
Lip skin has thin and fragile layers which are vulnerable to dryness and cracks. All over our skin we have a protective layer, called the stratum corneum, that protects the skin from heat, moisturise loss, bacteria and light. This layer is much thinner on the lips, only about 3-4 layers compared to the layers on the rest of the body, which are about 15-16 layers. Due to the thin layers, the lips usually look and seem rosy. It has no hair follicles, sweat glands or melanin thus leading to moisture loss and sun damage.
Changes in the Lips:
Lips go through changes with change in the season, age and health. Winter months are known to be harsh and drying for your skin overall but as the lips are the thinnest, they show signs of cracking and dryness first. This problem is further enhanced for people who have a habit of licking their lips frequently. As we age, our skin also loses natural collagen and moisture over time. The ultimate sign of ageing of lips is dehydrated lips that have impaired cell function. Heavy medication, hormonal changes and stress also have an impact on the way our lips look and feel.
How to protect and enhance your Lips:
First and foremost is to always heal and protect the lips with a nourishing and healing Lip Butter or Lip Balm.
Choose one with a natural formulation and without petroleum jelly. Natural oils and butters like Jojoba Oil, Almond Oil and Coconut Oil are very close to the skin’s natural lipid profile and thus do not further dry or dehydrate the skin. These work towards healing the lips naturally and protecting them for a long time. If your lips are extra dry, you can use a thick layer of the Lip Butter or Lip Balm. as an overnight Lip Mask and wake up to soft beautiful lips. Using a gentle Lip scrubs or Lip Balm to buff away dead skin cells helps to improve the blood circulation. Make sure it’s loaded with nourishing butters to give your lips some much needed TLC.
Things to avoid doing:
- Avoid matte and drying lipsticks which make the lips dry and dehydrated. If you really do want to use them then use a thick layer of Lip Butter or Lip Oil before the application to make a protective layer on the lips.
- Highly pigmented colours also tend to try the lips, stick to natural formulations.
- Avoid licking your lips which will only further dry them out.
Check out our Lip kit which work beautifully to protect, heal and enhance your lips naturally!
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If your scalp is clogged up it can cause dandruff, itchiness and hair fall and that is something we definitely do not want. Do incorporate these simple yet effective steps in your weekly ritual for healthy and happy scalp and hair.
You may splurge on numerous moisturizers and body lotions for soothing the dryness or for providing intense moisturization, but the real question is does it work? No! Until the dead skin cells, skin oils and dirt is washed off, there is no way a moisturizer can do its job and soaps can’t cut it.
What is a body scrub?
A body scrub is an exfoliant which wards off the dry and dead skin cells from the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) which in turn leaves the skin smoother, brighter and cleaner. It also stimulates the skin cell turnover.
Why should one use a body scrub?
- Gets rid of dead and dry skin cells
- Leaves the skin smoother and brighter
- Promotes skin cell turnover
- Clears congestion and dirt
- Nourishes dry skin
- Stops promotion of ingrown hair
- Smoothens razor bumps
- Helps other skincare products penetrate deeper
- Evens the skin tone
When should one use a body scrub?
A body scrub shouldn’t be used more than once or twice a week as over exfoliation can cause skin irritation and rashes. It is advisable for a beginner to patch test the scrub and use it once a week and gradually increase it to twice per week. Also, it is extremely good to use a body scrub before shaving as it reduces the stinging feeling and also stops ingrown hair. In case, the skin is irritated, avoid using a scrub.
Who can use a body scrub?
Body scrubs need to be introduced to the skin at the beginning of the teenage years as that’s when the body undergoes changes. The surprising part is that body scrubs work exceptionally well for all skin types. However, it is advisable to avoid scrubs containing harsh scrubbing ingredients as they do more harm than good.
How to use the Bliscent body scrub for a royal skin treatment? – A step by step guide.
Step 1: Use a good soap bar / body wash for clean skin.
Step 2: Use the Bliscent body polish – Strawberry & shea butter body polish or Coffee & almond oil body polish which will leave the skin effortlessly baby soft.
Step 3: Use a good body shaver which is skin friendly. (This step can be skipped)
Step 4: Follow this up with a hydrating moisturiser. Do not skip this step. Voila! Done.
Blog written by Shalini Thaker
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