At Apsara Skin Care, one of the reasons why we make all-natural beauty care products is that those are the only products we trust to use personally. All-natural products are made with natural ingredients, some of which have been time-tested in Ayurveda and other traditional wellness systems. In contrast, there are many over-the-counter beauty products made with harsh chemicals. If you don’t know what harsh chemicals can do to your skin, hair, and body, today you will find out.  In this episode of the podcast, Sheetal will share with you 5 scary side effects of harsh chemicals like SLS and parabens. These side effects can be prevalent in so many over-the-counter beauty products. We hope that this information will convince you to go natural with your beauty care products, and at Apsara Skin Care, we have an assortment of all-natural beauty products that can fit your exact needs. To learn more, tune into this episode today.  If you are listening on iTunes, please subscribe and leave us an honest review. If there are topics or questions you want us to discuss, let us know in the comment section. If you need skin care or hair care advice from an expert, fill out this form and we will send you a response in a jiffy. Go natural. It is good karma!

5 Scary Side Effects of Harsh Chemicals on Your Skin & Hair

Tips, ideas, information and homemade skin care remedies. Expert Sheetal is a scientist in human genetics and the founder of www.apsaraskincare.com. In these informative segments Sheetal teaches you reliable and effective ways to get glowing, ageless and healthy skin; as well as gorgeous hair. Apsara Skin Care is a natural personal care company based on Ayurveda. Go natural. It is good karma!

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At one point in our lives, most of us (especially women!) have experienced the pesky problems of acne, whiteheads, or blackheads appearing on our skin. As Apsara Skin Care founder Sheetal Rawal states, these problems often arise as a result of hormonal imbalances in women — for example, during the times of puberty, pregnancy, or menopause. Understanding the root of the problem is the best way to fight it. In this episode of the podcast, scientist and geneticist Rawal explains that the genesis of acne usually starts off as a clogged pore, which turns black if it comes in contact with oxygen in the air. This forms a blackhead. If there is still a thin layer of skin over the pore, then a whitehead forms. These are are inter-related skin issues; but, luckily, there is an easy home remedy that adresses all of these concerns, with common kitchen ingredients. Rawal shares the secrets to her remedy in this episode.  Take Apsara Skin Care's personalized quiz to help us find the best products for your needs. Make sure to review us and subscribe on  iTunes and Spotify. Follow us for tips, remedies and information. If you need skin or haircare advice from an expert, fill out this  form and we will send you a response as soon as we can. If there are questions or topics you would like us to discuss, please let us know in the comment section below. Your feedback is valuable to us and helps us make Apsara the best it can be.  Go natural. It is good karma! Check out a review of Apsara Skin Care's Natural Acne Care Routine, which includes five products that reduce the appearance of acne and improve the health of your skin by keeping it well nourished and hydrated. This includes the Camphor & Geranium Herbal Facial Cleanser, Rose & Geranium Natural Facial Toner, Jojoba Facial Serum, Neem & Clove Moisturizing Lotion, and Sulfur Facial Mask. 

Treating and Understanding Blackheads, Whiteheads, and Acne

With the constantly changing weather, it is normal that your hair may not always feel at its best. If you're feeling like you're stuck in the middle of an especially dull or dry hair period, there are actually simple tricks you can implement at home to improve the appearance of your hair. You don't need the salon — simple adjustments like the temperature of your water and the products you use can transform the health of your hair. In this episode of the podcast, Sheetal will discuss two simple steps to make your hair healthier, improve the appearance of your hair, and solve commor issues such as dull and dry hair. These are easy steps that you can implement right away into your routine, and will help with some of the most common problems, like early greying, hair fall, thinning hair, etc.  Take the skin quiz to help us find the best Apsara products for your skin type or concern. If you’re listening on  iTunes, make sure to review us and subscribe. We are also on Spotify! Follow us for tips, remedies and information. Your feedback will help us make your experience with Apsara even better! If there are questions or topics you would like us to discuss, please let us know in the comment section below. If you need skin or haircare advice from an expert, fill out this form and we will send you a response as soon as we can! Go natural. It is good karma! Check out a review of Apsara’s Rosemary & Amla Hair Routine, which includes the Rosemary & Amla Shampoo, Conditioner, and Hair Oil. Sheetal recommended these products in the episode as an aid to healthy hair, made with a.blend of amla, rosemary, brahmi, turmeric, and shikakai to improve hair & scalp health and keep it protected & nurtured.

Two Simple Tips for Healthier Hair

As both women and men age, they fall prey to the negative effects of lines, wrinkles, and dark circles under the eyes. At one point or another, all of us face these issues. How do these pesky culprits appear on our face? In this episode of the podcast, Sheetal discusses the three most common causes of dark under-eye circles, lines and wrinkles, as well as the simple lifestyle changes you can incorporate in order to address these skin care concerns. Genetics, a lack of sleep, and long hours spent in front of harshly lit screens (computer, phone, tablet, etc.) are the three most common culprits of causing aging marks on the face, such as crows feet and habit lines. To combat these, you can; 1. make use of the research in the field of epigenetics, which means to correct your lifestyle to minimize your gene expression, even if you're predisposed to something genetically 2. adjust the brightness and font size on your screens, while also limiting your time in front of them, and 3. make sure you get a proper amount of sleep each night.  A simple, DIY remedy that Sheetal shares includes one teaspoon of instant coffee, one-eighth of a teaspoon of turmeric powder, and enough fresh cucumber juice to make a paste. Combine all of the ingredients thoroughly, and then pat the mixture around the sides, under, and over your eyes for 10-15 minutes, and then rinse with warm water.  Take the skin quiz to help us find the best Apsara products for your skin type or concern. Our podcast is available on  iTunes and Spotify! Please make sure to subscribe and leave us a review. Check out a review for Apsara Skin Care's  Cucumber Under Eye Serum for Dark Circles. As Sheetal mentions, this is an effective product that is made with powerful natural ingredients such as coffee, turmeric, sandalwood, and cucumber which are known to reduce the appearance of dark circles, puffiness, lines & wrinkles & crow's feet. 

Tips for Controlling Lines, Wrinkles, and Dark Circles

Dark spots can be difficult to treat, especially in the summer. As this podcast reveals, spending lots of time outdoors and directly exposing your skin to UV rays can worsen the appearance of dark marks on the skin's surface. Although dark spots can be irritating, like many skin care problems, it is a tough, but not impossible problem to solve.  In this episode of the podcast, Sheetal will share with a simple skin remedy with you that you can quickly whip up at home. The mask helps with treating the appearance of dark spots, and includes rice flour, brown sugar, and lemon. You can also take simple steps to make sure you have natural, anti-oxidizing ingredients in your skin care routine. High quality antioxidants include; sandalwood, turmeric, shea butter, rosehip, and vitamin E. Antioxidants keep your skin protected from damage.  Additionally, Apsara's  Rosehip And Citrus Nighttime Facial Serum as well as the combination of ROOP Saffron Bright Skin Potion® with the  ROOP Saffron Mega Glow Night Serum help to reduce the appearance of dark spots.  Take the skin quiz to help us find the best Apsara products for your skin type or concern. If you’re listening on  iTunes, make sure to review us and subscribe. We are also on Spotify! Follow us for tips, remedies and information. Your feedback will help us make your experience with Apsara even better! If there are questions or topics you would like us to discuss, please let us know in the comment section below. If you need skin or haircare advice from an expert, fill out this  form and we will send you a response as soon as we can! Go natural. It is good karma! Check out a review of Apsara’s Rosehip & Citrus Nightly facial serum, which Sheetal previously mentions helps with fading the appearance of dark spots. 

How to Manage Dark Spots in Sunny Weather

An inner glow alludes to more than just one’s outward appearance, but their internal health and vitality as well. It indicates great health and well-being. Contrary to popular belief, an inner glow is extremely achievable if one follows the correct steps to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. In this episode of the podcast, Sheetal will share some tips and tricks to attain an ‘inner glow.’ Your diet is of utmost importance as it has everything to do with your appearance. In Ayurveda, the sattvic diet comprises of consuming pure and organic foods. The goal of this diet is to deeply nourish the body and calm the mind down. Some foods that are generally eaten are whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds and seasonal fruits. By doing this, you automatically reduce the toxic load in your digestive system and keep the gut clean. Along with this, it is important to avoid foods with insecticides, pesticides, artificial colors and flavor enhancers – which lead to a toxic build up in the digestive system. Additionally, using high quality natural products made with time tested ingredients like all Apsara products, is important. Take the skin quiz to help us find the best Apsara products for your skin type or concern. If you’re listening on iTunes, make sure to subscribe and review us. We are also on Spotify! Follow us for tips, remedies and information. Your feedback will help us make your experience with Apsara even better! If there are topics or questions you would like us to discuss, please let us know in the comment section below. If you need hair or skincare advice from an expert, fill out this form and we will send you a response as soon as we can! Go natural. It is good karma!

5 Scary Side Effects of Harsh Chemicals on Your Skin & Hair

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