Amber Mccarthy

This post will be exploring the time you put into your diet, and what can be done when you’re trying to take a more measured approach to losing weight.

Most people know that it’s important to stay hydrated, but they also know something else just as well, too: that the taste of water can be a little boring. A bottle of water when you obviously have thirst can be delicious, but as a run of the mill addition to your diet? Eh, it’s not the most inspiring drink you could think up, is it? Fortunately, we don’t have to rely on water to stay hydrated. While you’ll still want to drink it often, you’ll need it less once you make the following things part of your routine. Fruits and Vegetables Let’s not beat around the bush, here: eating is way more enjoyable than drinking. So what if instead of forcing yourself to down a glass of water, you could just whip up a delicious snack, instead? There are plenty of foods that have a high water content. Celery, tomatoes, spinach, and virtually all fruits – especially watermelon – have a high water content. But the absolute best food for getting more water inside of your body is the cucumber. For maximum effect, look at making cucumber water. It’s delicious, and supercharges the water! Eating slices naturally will also work well, too. More Interesting Drinks We mentioned cucumber water there, but that’s not the only drink you have to choose from. In any case, when you make cucumber water, you have to leave it for a while, and it’s not like you can carry it around with you all day. Milk, fruit juices, and coconut water are all excellent sources of water. If you’re one of those people that finds drinking water to be a bit of a chore, then switch to one of those options, and reward your taste buds. Stop the Dehydration Of course, it’s all good and well taking steps to hydrate yourself, but a big part of making sure your body has all the water it needs is to stop the dehydration process in the first time. Take a look at what you’re putting into your body: is it going to sap your body’s water content? Too much salty food – and that includes processed foods – will lead to that result. Perhaps the biggest cause of dehydration, however, is drinking too much alcohol. You’ll have experienced the extreme edge of this dehydration if you’ve ever drunk too much and woken up with a dry mouth, but even just a couple of drinks will have a similar effect. Moisturize the Skin It’s worth remembering that you don’t just have to give your body water by putting things in your mouth, oh no. One of the most effective methods is to moisturize your skin. That’ll function as a way to hydrate your skin from the inside-out. Plus, your skin will feel and look smoother, too. Soluble Vitamins You can also supercharge your water by adding soluble multivitamins. It’s a bit like drinking water, but a water that is bona fide good for various aspects of your body. It’s a good incentive to drink a big glass of fluids in the morning.

Our skin needs a lot of care, but going to the saloon or buying expensive beauty products can really burn a hole in your pocket. So, here, are the 7 best face masks that are healthy for your skin. These are very simple to make with easily available ingredients. For better results, just remember to start with a clean face before you apply any of these DIY face masks mentioned below. Disclaimer: Even though these masks are made from natural ingredients, you should do a patch test on the back of your hands before applying the mask, as every skin type has a different level of sensitivity. 1) Instant tan removal and skin lightening face pack This mask is very easy to make and gives out instant and noticeable results, but the best part is that all the ingredients would be easily available in your kitchen! Ingredients: 1 tbsp Gram Flour 1 tbsp Curd 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp honey Method: Add all the ingredients to a bowl and mix it to form a paste with a thick consistency. Apply the mixture to the area which you want to treat. Wait for 15-20 minutes for it to dry. After this, you could either wipe off the dried pack with a damp cloth or wet your hands and scrub off the mask by rubbing it off in circular motions to exfoliate your skin. If your skin is prone to breakouts then you shouldn’t go with the latter. Repeat this process thrice a week for best results. This mixture can be stored up to 5 days in the refrigerator when sealed. Benefits This magical mask helps in removing sun tan, discolouration, dark spots and pigmentation from face and body, making the skin clearer and more radiant. Additionally, this pack can also help to soothe rashes, skin eruptions, and even acne. Since ancient times, gram flour and turmeric have been used in face masks. They help in exfoliation and brightening of the skin. Lemon juice and honey are natural bleaches that could help with pigmentation and, curd helps in moisturising the skin and giving a glossy glow. A pack with these benefits is a must-try! 2) Bourbon and Egg anti-ageing property Topical application of your favourite booze is really good for your skin, did you know? In fact, it is one of the most effective face masks for anti-ageing. Ingredients 2 tbsp whiskey/bourbon 1 egg 1 tsp milk powder 1 tbsp Curd 1/2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp honey Method Before applying the face mask, exfoliate your skin to get rid of any dirt particles and put a hot wet towel to open up your pores. We highly suggest merica bourbon for this mask as it has high antioxidants. In a bowl, mix all the ingredients together to form a consistent paste. With a brush, apply it generously all over the face except the under eye area and wait for 20 minutes for the mask to work. Post that, just wipe off the mask with a damp cloth. Don’t forget to moisturise your skin after this! Benefits This is a miracle mask. Egg and Whiskey help in dealing with wrinkles, fight against sagging skin and also combats anti-ageing by maintaining the elasticity of your skin. Moreover, whiskey acts as an antiseptic cleanser and fights against bacteria. The egg whites also remove blackheads, whiteheads and dead skin cells. Curd helps in moisturising the skin. All-in-all, this mask is filled with goodness. Use this mask once a week. 3) Beer face mask for dull skin Well, your leftover flat beer from last night’s party can help you with your hungover face! Beer might not be good for that belly but, definitely does wonders to the skin, this mask helps in rejuvenating the skin, giving it a fresh look. Ingredients 4 Tbsp Flat Beer 1 and 1/2 tbsp raw milk 1 Tbsp honey 1 egg white Method To make your beer flat, uncap the beer and leave it in your room for 4-5 hours. Grolsch beer would be perfect for this mask as it has many antioxidants as well. After that, mix all the ingredients really well to make a consistent mixture. Apply it on your face and leave it for 20 minutes and then wash with cold water. Benefits Beer helps in rehydrating the dried and dull skin, more importantly, the yeast in a beer is an enriched source of pantothenic acid and Vitamin-B that are responsible for maintaining the elasticity of the skin. Last but not least, the topical application of beer can also help fight acne and pimples. So much goodness, in one mask! Honey has antibacterial properties that help out in clearing fine impurities, also, moisturising the skin greatly, leaving it lush, plump and glowy. Raw milk not only acts as a toner and cleanses pores but also, the lactic acid found it is a disinfectant that fights microbes that cause acne. This mask is a holy grail and will definitely bring back that glow! 4) Soothing Aloe Ice Cube Face pack Skin burns, skin rashes, tired skin, breakouts and any other sort of inflammation can be really troublesome for the skin and can also cause discomfort at times. It can be a total nightmare if something touches the affected area, isn’t it so? Ice cubes come to the rescue at these difficult times, not only they help to appease the skin but also soothes the inflammation and tones the skin. But what’s better than just ice-cubes? Well, obviously, when they are additionally loaded with the beauty and medicinal benefits of Aloe Vera! This mask is very convenient to make, let’s see how! Ingredients ½ cup Aloe leaves or pure aloe vera gel ⅛ cup Rosewater Method Scoop out the gel directly from the plant or squeeze out from the bottle and add rosewater to the mixing bowl. Mix well to make it into a slightly liquid consistency and pour it into an ice tray. Lastly, …

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