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Festival Care…….Glowing Skin Shahnaz Husain

Published

6 years ago

October 1, 2019

Festival season is round the corner. Time to add a glow to the skin!
Looking after the skin according to its type and needs is the essence of a
glowing skin.
An ideal way for glowing skin on the body is to tie ingredients in a clean
cloth, wet slightly and then rub the cloth bag on the skin while bathing.
Mix powdered milk, ground almonds (badaam), rice powder and rose
petals. The ingredients work on your skin, gently cleansing it and leaving
it soft, smooth and vibrant. It also leave the body naturally perfumed and
refreshed, feeling as smooth as silk.
Night time cleansing is more important, in order to remove pollutants and
make up before bedtime. The repair and restoration work of the body
goes on while we sleep. So, cleanse the skin daily at night and rinse well
with plenty of plain water. For normal to dry skin, take half a cup of cold
milk and add five drops of any vegetable oil (til, olive or sunflower oil).
Put this in a bottle and shake well. Cleanse the skin with it, using cotton
wool. Keep left-over mixture in the fridge.
Tone the skin daily with chilled rose water, using cotton wool pads. Wipe
and stroke the skin with them. Then, pat briskly with the rosewater-
soaked cotton wool pads.
Exfoliating the skin with scrubs once or twice a week works wonders,
removing dead cells and brightening the skin. Mix ground almonds with
yogurt and pinch of haldi. Rub gently, with small circular movements,
washing off with water.
Or, take sesame seeds (til), dried mint (pudina) leaves and honey. Crush
the sesame seeds coarsely and powder the dried mint leaves. Mix them
with a little honey and apply on the skin. Leave on for 5 minutes. Rub
gently and wash off with water. Sesame seeds actually have sun
protective properties and also soothe sun-damaged skin.
Mix honey and lemon juice in equal quantities and apply daily on the
face. Wash it off after 20 minutes. It leaves the skin very soft and
glowing. Egg white can also be added to this mixture.
Multani Mitti is said to clarify the skin and bring about a glow. Multani
Mitti is a natural clay, which contains several minerals. It is of special

benefit to oily skins, since it helps to absorb oil and reduce oiliness from
the skin surface. It also tones, refines and tightens the pores, improving
skin texture. It brightens the skin, leaving it smooth, soft and glowing. It
can be combined with other ingredients to make a face pack and can
easily be used at home.
For oily skin, mix Multani Mitti with rose water into a paste and apply on
the face, avoiding the lips and area around eyes. Wash it off when it is
dry. For combination skin, apply the mask on oily areas of the skin. Dried
and powdered orange and lemon peels, as well as yogurt, can be added to
the pack for all skin types.
For pimples and acne, mix it with sandalwood paste, rose water and neem
leaf powder into a paste. Apply the same way and wash it off when it is
dry.
For normal skin: Mix multani mitti with honey and yogurt into a paste.
Apply on the face and wash it off after 20 to 30 minutes.
Make a Facial Spray for acne prone skin by mixing 100 ml mineral water
with 3 to 4 drops of Tea Tree Oil. Keep the spray bottle in the fridge.
Home beauty recipes should not be made in large quantities.

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Sara Ali Khan’s festive checklist for a cozy Christmas

Published

3 weeks ago

December 20, 2025

Neha Tyagi

Sara Ali Khan's festive checklist for a cozy Christmas

The holiday season is all about spreading joy, creating memories, and indulging in moments of self-care. Sara Ali Khan, known for her vibrant personality and timeless charm, shares her festive checklist for making this Christmas cozy, cheerful, and utterly magical. Here’s a festive checklist to ensure you have a truly cozy and magical Christmas.

Deck the Halls with Festive Cheer

Start by transforming your home into a winter wonderland. String up fairy lights, hang wreaths, and decorate your Christmas tree with ornaments that hold sentimental value. Add a touch of warmth with scented candles in festive fragrances like cinnamon, pine, or vanilla.

Plan Thoughtful Gifts

Delight your loved ones with gifts that truly reflect their unique personalities. Whether it’s a heartfelt handwritten card, a personalized photo frame, or a carefully curated gift set, the thought behind the present is what matters most. For a truly special gesture, choose the ITC Fiama Gold Collection gift set—a luxurious gift that captures elegance and care, making every occasion unforgettable.

Christmas is all about an exhilarating quest for finding the perfect gift shares Sara Ali Khan, ITC Fiama brand ambassador, “For me, there’s nothing quite like the joy of gifting something cherished and spirited that sets the stage for an exuberant New Year filled with happiness. Enter my ultimate go-to gift for a year bursting with vibrancy and zest: the ITC Fiama Gold Collection gift set. This isn’t just a gift; it’s a celebration packed with indulgence. It’s my way of wrapping up joy and fragrance to pamper that special someone in my life, making sure they step into the New Year feeling extra fabulous with every shower and ready to conquer the world.”

Snuggle Up with a Christmas Movie Marathon

Nothing says cozy like curling up on the couch with a warm blanket, popcorn, and your favourite holiday movies. Classics like Home Alone, Love Actually, or The Polar Express never fail to capture the Christmas spirit.

Host or Join a Festive Gathering

Invite loved ones over for a casual evening of games, laughter, and good food. If you prefer a quieter celebration, join a local Christmas event or carol-singing session to soak in the festive vibe.

This holiday season, let your festive checklist bring warmth, joy, and comfort to your celebrations. Remember, the best moments are often the simplest—spent with the people who matter most.

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Gauri Khan Designs Unveils Delhi Experience Centre: A Luxury Design Destination Redefining Personalised Living

Published

7 months ago

June 24, 2025

Neha Tyagi

A Luxury Design Destination Redefining Personalised Living

June 11, 2025, Delhi – Step inside the world of Gauri Khan Designs with the launch of its all-new Delhi Experience Centre, a space in the heart of New Delhi that invites design lovers and luxury aficionados to immerse themselves in Gauri Khan’s signature world of bespoke interiors. Open by appointment only, the Experience Centre offers a personalised and exclusive entry into her design universe.

The Experience Centre has been envisioned as a curated home with a warm, elegant, and intimate aesthetic that brings Gauri Khan’s celebrated design philosophy to life. Every corner, every piece, and every texture in the space reflects her distinctive blend of glamour, sophistication, and comfort. Here, timeless design meets modern living, offering visitors and clients a seamless journey through materials, silhouettes, and moods crafted to inspire.

Other notable features of the Delhi Experience Centre include curated lifestyle zones that allow clients to visualise products in real home settings, and on-site personal design consultations offering one-on-one guidance for bespoke projects. This first-of-its-kind space in Delhi is dedicated exclusively to showcasing Gauri Khan’s complete furniture line, where every product is fully customisable from materials and fabrics to finishes and dimensions ensuring each creation is as individual and unique as its owner.

Adding a distinctive layer to the Experience Centre is a collaboration with Nature Morte, one of India’s leading contemporary art galleries. Their curated selection of artworks by renowned artists elevates the environment, enriching the design narrative with thought-provoking visuals.

Speaking about the launch, celebrated interior designer Gauri Khan shares, “With the Delhi Experience Centre, I wanted to create more than just a retail space. I wanted to create a design journey. Every detail, from the layout to the lighting to the textures, has been curated to make people feel at home, to show them how luxury can be warm, personal, and yet deeply individual. It’s about giving each client the tools to express their own style and voice through pieces we create together.”

At the heart of this immersive destination is Gauri herself, with a complete line of fully customisable products from statement-making sofas to sculptural tables and elegant soft furnishings. Clients are invited to co-create pieces that reflect their own style and vision, bringing a true sense of luxury made personal.

Launch Event Sponsors: The American Pecan Council, NIF Global (Education Partner), Vedica (Hydration Partner)

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BOMAN IRANI and MAKARAND DESHPANDE Unveil Poster of PRASENJIT CHAKRABORTY’S “CHINDI PAKAD” at the 78th Cannes Film Festival

Published

7 months ago

June 3, 2025

Neha Tyagi

In a proud moment for Indian cinema, veteran actors BOMAN IRANI and MAKARAND DESHPANDE unveiled the official poster of filmmaker PRASENJIT CHAKRABORTY’S upcoming urban drama CHINDI PAKAD at the Indian Pavilion during the 78th Cannes Film Festival. The poster launch, hosted by SHRISTI CREATION FILM PRODUCTIONS in association with RITUPARNA SENGUPTA, drew widespread attention for its bold narrative and symbolic design.

CHINDI PAKAD explores the underbelly of urban life, tackling themes of addiction, survival, and the human spirit. The eye-catching poster features the title stylized with a green bottle replacing the letter “I” in CHINDI, a powerful visual metaphor for the film’s deeper message.

Speaking at the event, BOMAN IRANI said, “It’s inspiring to see filmmakers push the envelope and bring untold stories to light. CHINDI PAKAD is one such bold cinematic journey, and I’m honored to be part of this launch at Cannes.”

MAKARAND DESHPANDE, known for his intense character portrayals, added, “The rawness and realism reflected in the poster instantly drew me in. Films like these give voice to the marginalized and offer a powerful mirror to society.”

Director and producer PRASENJIT CHAKRABORTY (PRIYAM) shared, “CHINDI PAKAD is not just a film—it’s a voice from the streets, a story that demands to be heard. Launching the poster at Cannes, with stalwarts like BOMAN IRANI and MAKARAND DESHPANDE, gives the film the global platform it deserves.”

The film is Produced by PRASENJIT CHAKRABORTY

Co-produced by UNITED COLOURS ENTERTAINMENT & SURENDRA CHOURASIYA

Creative Producer is SCRIPTWORLD ENTERTAINMENT

CHINDI PAKAD promises to be a gripping cinematic journey rooted in realism, resilience, and truth.

Stay tuned for the trailer and release date announcement coming soon…