Ah, good old coconut oil, these days, there has been a big surge in people becoming fans of it! Coconut oil – among other oils like Morrocan, jojoba, and basil oils –  has become a staple item for people not only in the beauty community but the skincare and health community as well!   The health and wellness community, in particular, likes to rave about virgin coconut oil, are you aware of the benefits of it? No? Take a look below!  Prevents hair breakage and split ends Cold-pressed virgin coconut oil helps in protecting the hair strands against damage which can occur quite often with all the products we tend to put in our hair regularly. The damage from the heat of the styling products such as straightening irons or curling irons, as well from the heat of the sun can also damage our hair significantly. The oil offers protection against all this by forming a layer of protection when it coats the hair upon application.       2.Offers protection from lice Cold-pressed virgin coconut oil is an absolute godsend for those who suffer from the attack of lice. It contains antibacterial properties which spread with the oil and repel lice and their eggs from attaching themselves to your hair strands, and therefore, preventing the havoc that lice can wreak on your precious hair and scalp.       3.Hydrates and Moisturizes the skin As mentioned before, cold-pressed virgin coconut oil is an extremely nourishing oil as it is nutrient-rich and offers proper moisture to the skin. Apply it on your skin right after you exit the shower or bath, it creates a barrier over your skin and does not let the water escape, thus providing prolonged hydration and moisture to your skin!      4.Antioxidant Benefits As the name suggests, cold-pressed coconut oil is made without any heat. The coconut meat is scooped out and pressed so that you’re left with pure coconut oil. On the other hand, refined coconut oil is made from dried coconut meat. The coconut meat is typically bleached and deodorized and heated in a hydraulic press before undergoing further heat and filtering. As with all food processing, the addition of heat reduces the antioxidant content of refined coconut oil. Therefore, cold-pressed oil can be expected to have higher levels of antioxidants than its refined counterpart.       5.Acts as a Salve for Wounds and Burns Coconut is good for the skin, especially in the treatment of wounds, burns, and dermatitis. It also acts as a sunblock, and as a moisturizer for the skin, thanks to the two primary fatty acids in unrefined coconut oil, caprylic and lauric, and to its antioxidant component, which team up to reduce inflammation under the skin and promote better healing.

Don’t we all love to see a shiny mop of hair on our little ones? Baby hair care is important to maintain a healthy mane. Do you struggle to maintain your child’s hair? Healthy hair depends on many factors and needs a lot of care. Here are some practical tips on child hair care.  Washing your child’s hair There are a few basics to be followed  when washing a child’s hair. Hair should be washed at least twice in a week. As far as possible, use a separate shampoo and conditioner. A good shampoo should have a pH of 4.5 to 5.5 and should have sodium citrate as a neutralizing agent. Try to stick to natural shampoos, which are infused with vitamins and antioxidants, which will moisturize your child’s hair. Practice the following after a hair wash: Gently squeeze the water out of the hair with a towel. Rubbing too hard with a towel can make the hair frizzy and cause it to fall.       2. Use a wide-tooth wooden comb on wet hair, as any other comb can pull out lots of hair.       3. Avoid using the hair dryer directly on wet hair as the heat can make the hair dry.      4.Leave your child’s hair loose when wet, since tying it up immediately can cause the hair to get all tangled up.  Oiling your child’s hair Oil is a good lubricant. Your child’s hair will grow better with consistent oiling Massaging the scalp as helps the blood flow to extend to the hair roots and it nourishes the hair. However, a chemical-free and organic oil are recommended as a child’s scalp is sensitive and needs extra goodness.  Brushing your child’s hair Brushing helps blood circulation in the scalp. For curly hair, wooden combs with big teeth should be used. For straight hair, use a brush with comparatively smaller teeth. Combs with very small teeth harm the hair and cause it to break. The hair should be brushed from the bottom and worked till the top, removing the knots along the way.  Exercise for healthy hair Regular exercise stimulates blood circulation and hair growth. Try to ensure your child indulges in physical activity or games twice to thrice a week.  Hair accessories Wearing tight rubber bands can cause damage later. Avoid heavy metal clips as they hurt the roots. Children should use plastic or light metal clips as accessories.

Holi is one of the most sought after festivals in India due to the vibrancy of colours used during its celebrations. Though it is a festival full of fun, there is a possibility of certain amount of damage it can cause to your hair. Since there is no control on the quality of colours and water used during Holi, one needs to be extra careful while celebrating it. However, if you still do want to participate and not miss out on any of its charm, there are certain pre and post care’s that you can take to maintain the health of your hair. Pre-Holi Hair care tips Holi is celebrated in the day times during early summer. Since the sun beats down too heavily around these times, it can have an adverse effect on your hair. It is advisable to apply a leave in hair conditioner, as the excess moisture in it protects the hair from the possible damage. The possibility of damage to dry hair is more hence, it is recommended to apply some natural oil to your hair before participating in Holi. The oil coating on the hair works as a barrier against colours. If you suffer from dandruff conditions or have a dry scalp, you can add lemon drops to the well-oiled hair which balances the pH of the scalp. Simply tying your hair can be a better idea than leaving them loose as it minimizes the potential damage. Using organic colours can be a good idea as it works more of prevention than cure. Wearing a bandana on the head can also protect your hair from getting damaged. Post-Holi Hair care tips As soon as you are done with playing with colours, the best thing to do is to brush your hair to remove all the dry colours from the hair and scalp. Applying home-made curd, a minimum half an hour before head bath can help protect your hair from damage. The lactic acid present in fresh curd is effective in removing colours and also moisturizes the hair simultaneously. Masking the hair for an hour before bath with a mixture of coconut oil, almond oil and egg yolks works wonders in removing the colour stains from your hair. Use of mild shampoo for thoroughly rinsing your hair is highly recommended as it can wash away the colours which are set lose by the application of curd or masking mixture. Once the hairs are totally dried after bath, it is of utmost importance to apply nourishment oil to the hair. It has a dual role to play as it moistures and nourishes the hair and scalp simultaneously. From the above mentioned tips, you would have noticed that protecting your hair from the damages of Holi colours is a mix of both, preparedness as a part of prevention and damage control as a part of post event activity. Both need to be diligently carried out for maintaining the health of your lovely hair.