Health obsessed, product junkie, cosmetic hoarder, beauty expert: As the former-Beauty Director of leading women’s magazines like Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan and Women's Health in India, I’ve been all these things at once. And even after writing on health and beauty for over 15 years, my appetite for delicious skincare and sumptuous makeup hasn’t dimmed...

 
 
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Thank you to all the lovely ladies who attended my workshop and the lovely team @parogoodearth. I spoke non- stop for two hours and you guys made it worth it ❤️. #parobride #vbeauty #lookluxeliveclean
Super chuffed to launch ARQA Ayurveda, a range of organic, artisanal, stone ground herbs with @foodhallindia. They come in three categories: DETOX for purification, REJUVENATE for nourishment and DE-STRESS for mental peace and clarity. Each jar is labelled with the herbs benefits and clear usage instructions so there’s no confusion on who should use it and how. The herbs listed in my book are all available, plus many more that you haven’t heard of. From triphala to moringa, ashwagandha and giloi, to brahmi, gotu kola, amba haldi and anantmool, you’ll find them all here. With ARQA we are trying to make Ayurveda less intimidating and more accessible. The range is available from today onwards in all Foodhall outlets across India. Swipe to check out my favourites. #easyayurveda #ayurveda #ayurvedicherbs #vbeauty #lookluxeliveclean
All about bridal beauty, mind-body connection and permanent lifestyle changes. This Friday I’m Delhi. Have you blocked your spot yet? Posted @withrepost • @parogoodearth Consistent skin and hair care routines are as important as eating right and reducing stress when it comes to being a radiant bride. Along with consistency, choosing the skin and hair care routine that suits us individually along with the right products is important. In her workshop, ‘Paro Bride’, @vasudha.rai guides us towards making the right choices and also offers simple, DIY tips and tricks. ⠀ Date: Friday, August 23. Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Venue: Paro, The Chanakya Participation fee: INR 1500/- ⠀ ⠀ Limited seats available. Whatsapp on 8588886175. Please do not make payment without sending a whatsapp msg on the number provided. Last date for payment & registration is August 21. ⠀ #ParoBride #ParoBotanica #Radiance #ParoGoodEarth
Join me this Friday, 23rd August, as I talk about a holistic, 360 degree approach to beauty. How to eat, what to apply, the mind-beauty connection. No fads, no gimmicks, just simple advice that will make you glow from the inside out. #parobride is aimed towards those getting married, but this workshop is relevant for anyone looking to make lifestyle changes that last. Book your spot now. ❤️ ———————- Posted @withrepost • @parogoodearth Yoni Mudra promotes a calm state of mind and since mental equilibrium is a magic beauty pill for the bride-to-be, practising it daily is one of the ways for a bride to be radiant on her wedding day. The regular practise of this mudra strengthens the nervous system and also helps deal with certain gynaecological conditions. ⠀ ⠀ @Vasudha.Rai’s workshop ‘Paro Bride’ will take us through the practise of this mudra and other rituals and routines that can help a bride-to-be remain stress free and be radiant. ⠀ ⠀ Date: Friday, August 23. Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Venue: Paro, The Chanakya Participation fee: INR 1500/- ⠀ ⠀ Limited seats available. Whatsapp on 8588886175. Please do not make payment without sending a whatsapp msg on the number provided. Last date for payment & registration is August 21. ⠀ #Parobride #ParoBotanica #Radiance #ParoGoodEarth ⠀
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Join me as I talk about herbs, teas, food, recipes, and yogic kriyas for brides-to-be. ❤️ —————- Posted @withrepost • @parogoodearth ‘Paro Bride’ with @vasudha.rai is a workshop that explores the holistic path of mind-body-skin rituals that make us healthier and results in natural radiance that lights us up from within. ⠀ ⠀ Date: Friday, August 23. Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Venue: Paro, The Chanakya Participation fee: INR 1500/- ⠀ ⠀ Limited seats available. Whatsapp on 8588886175. Please do not make payment without sending a whatsapp msg on the number provided. Last date for payment & registration is August 21. ⠀ #Parobride #ParoBotanica #Radiance #ParoGoodEarth
As someone who writes and researches about beauty and wellness, I’m often asked questions that should only be addressed by an expert. For instance, severe cases of acne, pigmentation should be treated by a dermatologist. If you have any medical condition, it must be looked at by a doctor. While I do have a certain type of experience, I can’t solve serious problems. For that we need doctors. —————- I love all my experts, so, in no order of preference: 1. @drkiransays for any skin emergency. Kiran has helped me twice - once when I had a terrible reaction to a (very expensive) product. The second time was just before my book launch when I broke out in the middle of my forehead because of another reaction. I’ve sent many to-be brides with skin emergencies to Kiran and they’ve always been very happy to see her. 2. @drmeghnagupta I go for regular medical facials to Dr Meghna. She never pushes treatments on you and always recommends the most gentle options. She did a series of AFT facials for me, which worked beautifully. I plan to visit her again today to decide what’s next. 3. Dr Mankul Goyal: He is a dermatologist and endocrinologist, who uses naturopathy to improve skin and hair. He never does any facials unless you have a severe need for it. Instead he will get you tested for food allergies, put you on an elimination diet and heal you with supplements. My mother visited him for uticaria; after his treatment not only has her condition improved by 80% but also her blood pressure medicine has been halved. You can google him, his office is in Hauz Khas. 4. @acupuncturistaadilkhan What can I say about Dr Khan that I haven’t said before? He has helped heal long-standing yoga injuries, reduced symptoms of endometriosis, and now he has helped tighten and clarify my skin too. 5. @tanmanayurved You can find Dr Subhash Ranade and Dr Abhijeet Jinde by getting in touch with Tanman. They are the ayurvedic doctors treating me for my endometriosis. 6. @lovneetbatra The only nutritionist I’ve ever been to - she’ll help you achieve health goals in a realistic manner. —————- Who are your favourite experts? I’d love to know. 📸 @irinausova_photography
With this rock star who recently launched her own set of lipsticks. Both @masabagupta and I wearing Femme Fatale, part of her collection for @nykaabeauty. Love this shade and a nude colour called Nimbu Paani. #womensupportwomen #bossbabe #girlpower #vbeauty #lookluxeliveclean #redlipstick
Anyone who works in the beauty business knows how much we waste. Paper, plastic, packaging, press kits, coffrets... everytime I get something new I feel guilty about receiving these products. Ditto with clothes. But that’s my fault. I love clothes and tend to over consume. I’ve tried to stay away from fast fashion in the last couple of years but a simple white shirt or a plain vest is easier to find at a mall than a niche outlet. Still I wear my outfits often till they are so worn that they start falling apart. ——————- I want to find out about places or ideas that help me recycle/ utilise resources better. Do you guys know second hand stores where in India I can donate clothes and shoes? And yes, will you share details of recycling services for the massive amounts of packaging I discard everyday? ———————— #sustainability #recycle #repurpose #ad ——#SayNoToPlastic #Sustainability #Reuse #Clothes #BanPlastic #FastFashion #Fashion@withrepost • @natureincharge Is it time yet to let the unclogging begin? #OverOptimism @withrepost • @natureincharge Is it time yet to let the unclogging begin? #OverOptimism
A moment of silence please for these amazing Korean products that have left me speechless (in a good way). —————- First up the @beau_maree_official Veloute sheet mask. These were gifted to me by a Korean woman who is 46 but looks 26. Just sift through my Seoul highlights to find her if you don’t believe me. Anyway, I’ve never been a fan of sheet masks because they leave my skin feeling very sticky and irritated. This too left it shiny and sticky but only for about 15 minutes. Then the serum absorbed into my skin and I was left with a surreal glow, and plumped, moisturised skin. I’ll quickly digress to talk about my pre flight routine for just a second. Usually I walk to the La Mer counter at the airport and apply layers of their Regenerating Serum topped by the Creme. (What can I say I can be a bit brazen sometimes). This ritual makes me walk off any long haul flight with baby skin. But this time on my long haul from Korea to India, I used the mask at home and let it sink in. The results were the same, if not better - soft, baby skin, amazing radiance. I’m completely sold. —————- I also picked up this Medi Peel Centella Mezzo cream and OMG, this has replaced my favourite moisturiser Dr Hauschka Rose Day Cream Light. This Medipeel Cream moisturises but does not make skin oily, absorbs nicely, gets rid of redness and minor breakouts. I’ve used this for a month and a half of travels and I’ve completely fallen in love with it. It contains 2% niacinamide, which helps clear the redness. Thankfully it’s available on @yesstyle so I’ll be ordering a couple more. ——————- What are your favourite beauty discoveries on a holiday? I’d love to know.