I am a 29-year-old woman. I have recently developed dark circles under my eyes. What can I do for this?

Leena

Most people who have suddenly got dark circles could have them due to sleeplessness, stress or weakness. These three things are something you need to look into immediately. Massage the eye area with 2 drops each of almond and coconut oil and cover with cold milk eye pads. This should be done daily for 15-20 minutes for at least 10 days for results.

Is there any way to darken grey hair without dyeing it? I am just 29 and I already have lots of grey. I have heard hibiscus is good for this but have no clue how to use it.

Sona

Take a good quality henna and add the paste of 20 hibiscus leaves and coat your hair with this. Leave on for about 2 hours. Rinse off and apply a good quality brahmi amla hair oil which also helps darken the hair.

I’m a 27-year-old woman. I have never done a facial before. I have oily skin, and also have acne and pimples. I have a big wedding party to attend — what do I do? If I go for a facial, what would you advise? Also, I have two weeks to go before the wedding, so please suggest a daily skincare routine I can follow.

Sharmishtha

It’s about time you had a facial done if for nothing else, at least for cleansing your skin. I am surprised that inspite of having a problematic skin you have not had a skincare programme. You need to get a professional cleaning done, please avoid steaming. Go in for natural exfoliating scrubs and oil lessening masks that will help reduce the acne and pimples. Drink 10 glasses of water daily, eat healthy and above all keep your skin squeaky clean at all times.

Sounia gohil

» fashion designer

I don’t generally work too much on my skin. All I use is a moisturiser at night. I believe in keeping myself hydrated and healthy from the inside. So, I drink lots and lots of water and have lime juice regularly. The high content of vitamin C in it keeps my skin radiant and glowing. For make up I swear by M.A.C. At night I’ve been using Nivea cream for years. On and off I squeeze a lime and apply the juice on my face or may be mash a cucumber and put it on my face. This not only gives a fresh glow but also tightens and cleanses my skin.

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