You will have to take care of the hair by choosing the right hair care products. Also there will be a few things that you will want to maintain that will prevent your permed hair from getting spoiled.

The first thing that you must do is to get a shampoo and a conditioner that is meant only for the permed hair. Your hair runs a great risk of losing the curl if you use an ordinary shampoo.

This is why the hair care product companies have ensured that there is a special treatment for permed hair and hence there have been created shampoos and conditioners that are just meant for permed hair. After you shower and shampoo your hair, do not blow dry the hair directly.

There are hair dryer diffusers which are economical and are available in a large number of retail stores. Use them on the hair dryers to prevent the loss of curls or damage to your hair.

Many a times, permed hair encounters the problem of frizz. This is a direct result of the hair getting dry. This in turn causes the entanglement of curls and you might have to spend considerable amount of time just disentangling those curls. Therefore you need to keep your hair moist and hence use a leave-in conditioner, and that will help you deal with the frizz a lot more easily.

Another consequence of having dry permed hair is that the hair tends to lose the curls easily if subjected to windy conditions. Even under the normal circumstances, due to the loss of hydration, the hair tends to lose shape. This can be dealt with easily by applying gel and mousse. However, this can also result in the hair becoming sticky.

Therefore use a water-based gel and ensure that it is washed off thoroughly once you are back home. Stay out of the way of heavy wind and harsh sunlight as much as possible to keep that perm soft and silky.

Source : http://www.gracenglamour.com

Indie Fashion or Indie Rock fashion, is one of the many styles that make use of vintage clothing.

Like most alternative rock fashion genres, Indie fashion stresses on creativity and self-expression. This means you have a chance to reveal your artistic side. Indie Fashion is popular with both the sexes.

If you want an Indie quick fix, you could go with the regular tee and skinny jeans combo. If you want to go the whole hog, you should get some vests, flannel plaid shirts, ringer tees, scarves, denim jackets, tank tops, leggings (dark or brightly colored), bandanas, headbands, boots, gloves, messenger bags, spiked collars, hip belts, unusual pendants, cardigan sweaters, vintage clothing, jewelry and other accessories, sunglasses (not the jeweled kind), leg warmers, tights, hats, headphones, and more.

Try to be as creative and original as possible because that is what Indie fashion is all about. Tees can have crazy-cool prints. You can add your own touches to your tees and even your shoes.

If you can make some of your own jewelry like the pendants and all, it would be even better and truly unique. Blend dark and bright colors, and most of all wear whatever makes you feel comfortable. Neon colored leggings, legwarmers and tights are cool.

Military boots, moccasins, funky flats, Nike Dunks, etc, are most often worn, and it is preferable not to wear converse shoes, unless you can make them unique, since they are popular with the mainstream crowd.

A messenger bag or shoulder bag is important to complete your Indie ensemble. Denim jeans are usually dark or washed, but girls can wear brightly colored jeans, so long as it does not clash with the rest of their outfit.

When it comes to Indie hairstyles, a tousled, slightly bedraggled look is encouraged. Bangs are very popular with Indie fans. makeup is minimal, and many opt for the dark, smoky eyed look. Try out neutral shades of eye shadow and lipstick to give yourself a more natural look (Indie fashion stresses on a natural look when it comes to makeup).

Source : http://www.gracenglamour.com

Smiles Sonakshi, “Well, I have patted myself on my back for sure. I have liked what I see on screen. It is good to see to see that what was promised has translated well on screen as well. I am very happy about that and of course people around me are happy as well. However, if I say that I have arrived, it would equate to overconfidence. I don’t want that feeling to set in ever. That’s not me.”

Now that she has made her entry into Bollywood with a film which doesn’t have a quintessential urban look to it, does she feel, in her very first film, she has lost out on being seen in a glamorous persona?

“Arrey, it is too early to put me into this zone”, she protests, “Let my next movie come naa! I would be seen in something totally different. I am confident that it will eventually happen and that too pretty quickly. Don’t worry, then I would be ready to showcase the urban side of my persona.”

DABANGG is all set to hit the theaters this Friday..

Underground cities, labyrinthine rooms deep under the earth’s surface, secret palaces carved high into mountain sides…You read about them in fantasy tales, but these mystery places did exist hundreds of years ago and still stand in central Turkey’s Cappadocia city.

The underground cities are believed to have sprung up around 2000 BC or even earlier, according to tour guide Derya Kutukcu. “The Hitites used the cities around 1800-650 BC, then the early Christians used it, and it was also used in the Roman era,” said the guide.

At first glance, the Kaymakli underground city in Cappadocia’s Nevsehir looks like a small hillock. But underneath that mound of stone is a layered city, complete with interlinking rooms, tunnels, prayer rooms, air vents, chapels and tunnels. Declared a World Heritage Site in 1985, only four of the 18-20 storeys of the Kaymakli underground city are accessible to visitors.

It was a complete world for those who inhabited it – sheds to keep their domestic animals, wineries where they would crush their abundant grape crop with a small basin to collect the juice, rooms where they would stock their barrels or amphoras of wine, storage space for keeping grains, community kitchens, air vents for ventilation, long tunnels connecting one part of the city with another, and huge stone slabs to roll and block the main entrance doors in case of an invasion.

“People first began using the caves for protection from enemies. They discovered that the stone was easy to carve, but hard enough to provide protection. The stones are porous, so people were able to breathe inside a cave,” Kutukcu told a visiting IANS correspondent.

During the Roman period, the Christians escaped into these cities to escape persecution. There are also chambers where monks would sit and meditate. The Kaymakli underground city is connected to another underground city, Derinkuyu, some 10 km away through a tunnel.

Kaymakli has 52 vents to let air in. At its deepest point, the city is 80 metres deep, though tourists are not allowed there. The deepest portion opened for viewing is 20 metres deep. And the tunnels are long and narrow. It may give a few nervous moments to those who suffer from a fear of enclosed spaces. But they are easy to get through, and lead into another spacious dwelling area.

Due to the porous or “breathing” nature of the rocks, the stored food items would remain fresh for months. Even today, underground storage places dot Cappadocia where grain and other food items are kept by traders.

“There are 300 underground cities in Cappadocia, and of them 10-11 are known well. But it is not safe to go there as the stone is very soft and the ground can collapse,” says Kutukcu.

After the subterranean world come the astonishing dwellings carved into rocky outgrowth. From afar, they look like little pigeonholes on the surface of the hills, but they are entire dwellings – interconnected rooms, chapels, storage spaces – all carved into the soft volcanic rock.

Uchisar Belediyesi, a castle built into a mountain, consists of honeycomb-like rooms inside the mountain. It is believed to have been used by the early Christians, the Romans and later the Muslims. It was used by people to escape being attacked by invaders, especially the Mongols.

And a climb atop Uchisar provides a breathtaking view of Cappadocia, the expanse of unusual and stunning rocky outgrowths – created over millions of years ago by the many volcanoes in the region. They were active then and would keep spewing volcanic lava and ash. Over millions of years, the layers collected to form rocks – soft enough to carve but hard too. And they are differently coloured – pink, yellow, cream – the layers are clearly visible on the mountainside.

The river Kizilirmark and its tributaries over the thousands of years slowly wrought their own magic over the soft volcanic rocks – making them rounded sand dune like structures here, or mushroom like outgrowths, called “fairy chimneys”, at another place.

The scenery looks like you are in another planet; only it exists in real terms and is ready to take you back in time.

Source : travel.hindustantimes.com

The new Super Splendor features the tried and tested 125cc mill from Hero Honda which incidentally features the Quantum Core technology. The company has also taken the liberty to add aesthetic and technological advancements to bike in order to enhance the ownership and riding experience. The highlights of the new tech-features added to the bike include the Honda Intelligent Ignition System (HIIS), new carburetor and ACG for improved engine performance, and 5 step adjustable rear shock absorber. On the aesthetic front, the new Super Splendor’s look is enhanced by new body-art on the fuel tank, a new seat design, a new wind screen and tail light, uniquely styled front & rear fenders, and a contemporary rear grab-rail that integrates neatly with the rear side cowls in order to give the bike a fresher and slightly more sporty look.

Speaking about the new bike, Mr. Anil Dua, Sr. Vice-President (Marketing & Sales), Hero Honda Motors Ltd commented that the changes have been predominantly carried out to sync with the changing demands of customers. With the enhanced styling and added technological features, the company is bullish on strengthening their position in the domestic market. Incidentally, sales at Hero Honda have been moving at an all time high and to bolster this momentum, Hero Honda has planned a slew of new launches around the festive season. The Super Splendor is basically the first of many to arrive from the motorcycle giant.

The new Super Splendor (drum version with self-start) priced at Rs 45,950/- (ex-showroom Delhi) and is available as of today in all Hero Honda dealerships.

Source : timesofindia.com

The Boho-Chic look, as the name denotes, borrows from the Bohemian and Hippie styles and features the sixties look as well. This fashion style is all about being yourself, and that means being natural.

There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to the Boho-Chic look. The idea behind this style is free self-expression, so anything goes. Boho-Chic fashion incorporates vintage and ethnic clothing and jewelry, offering women a chance to create a natural and unusual look.

One of the best things about Boho-Chic is that it offers trendy clothing, suitable for all sizes, including plus-sized women, since much of the Boho-Chic clothes are baggy and flowing. Boho-Chic clothing is often colorful, and at the same time earthy, since beige, khaki, grey, brown, cream, white, and black colors are used.

Since the Boho-Chic look is influenced by the bohemian gypsy look, you might want to get yourself some vintage clothing and jewelry. Colorful scarves, tunics, pants, jeans, long flowing skirts and dresses, hip and colorful belts are used to attain this look.

Fabrics, which feature contrasting and colorful prints (especially floral prints), braids and detailed embroidery, are most popular. Trying out various combinations of fabrics and colors that do not clash too much would be a good idea. Beads are also used to add to the Boho-Chic look. Faux-fur and colorful knitted clothing are also popular.

When it comes to jewelry, dangling chandelier earrings and big hoop earrings, beaded bracelets, bangles, jewelry incorporating shells, stones and woodwork are much favored. Hair is usually styled to look ‘natural’ and tousled, and bangs are quite common.

Colorful headbands and bandanas are the most commonly used hair accessories. For footwear, sandals, high-heeled leather boots, cowboy boots, and sheepskin boots, also known as Uggs are preferred.

Sack-like and beaded hobo bags (these bags often come with braided straps that accentuate the Boho-Chic look) that hang loose, help complete your Boho-Chic look. A natural look is preferred when it comes to make-up. Soft earthy and neutral shades are often used.

Source : http://www.gracenglamour.com

If you thought all of this was not that easy, think again because this article gives you some amazing and magical spa recipes right below. All you need to do is prepare them and gear up to treat yourself like a princess.

Intensively nourishing face mask-Take ½ a mashed banana, ½ a mashed avocado, one tsp of olive oil and two tsp of yoghurt in a bowl. Mix them well with a blender. Apply this mixture all over the face and neck. Leave for at least 20 to 30 minutes and then wash off with lukewarm water. It will deeply moisten your face leaving it glowing and soft.

Creamy facial mask- put one tsp of plain yogurt, half a chopped cucumber and one tsp of parsley in a bowl. Mash all the ingredients well. Before applying this mixture, wash your face gently with a mild cleanser. Cover your face with this creamy mask and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. This mask hydrates and nourishes the skin.

Skin tightening facial mask- remove the skin of a peach along with its seed. Mash it in a bowl with your palm. Add one egg white to eat and mix the ingredients with a blender until smooth. The mixture is then ready for application. Application of this mask for 30 minutes softens and tightens the skin. Wash off and pat dry.

Chocolate face mask- take 1/3 cup of cocoa, three tsp of thick cream, two tsp of cottage cheese, ¼ cup of honey and 3 tsp of oatmeal in a in a big container. Mix them with a blender to form a smooth paste. Pat this paste generously on the whole face and neck. Smoothen it up with fingers and wash after 10 minutes.

Hope you have a good time feeding your skin and later, enjoying the attention your refreshed look will grab. All the best!
Source : http://www.gracenglamour.com

After a great review and good response to Race, director duo Abbas-Mustan and producer Ramesh Taurani (Tips) are set to return with its sequel. The casting of Race 2 has been a much talked about in the industry. Buzz was that Anil Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan and John Abraham were a part of the project while the leading ladies were yet to be decided.

But the latest gossip is that Priyanka Chopra has been signed for one of the leading roles.
Confirming this, producer Ramesh Taurani says,

“Yes Priyanka Chopra has been finalized for Race 2 while we are still on the look out for 2 more heroines.” On being asked, whom the actress was paired opposite, Taurani said, “That you will have to wait and watch as Race 2 is also full of twists and turns.”

The director also confirmed that Saif is a part of the project denying all rumours that he had quit. He along with Anil Kapoor, John Abraham, and now Priyanka Chopra are the actors who are confirmed on board.

Priyanka joining the cast, Race 2 is surely gonna get hotter and hotter. We can’t wait!

The gorgeous actress plays the role of a nurse in Guzaarish. Showing a celebrity of her status puffing away, can create a bad impact on her fans.

According to a source, “Agreed, Aishwarya has never been shown smoking on screen. But it’s not a sequence propagating smoking. Everyone who has seen it so far has reacted very positively to it.”

Latest we hear is that its promos of Guzaarish will be out with the release of the flick Anjaana Anjaani on September 24.

The movie will star Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai. This is the second time they will be seen together on screen after the superhit Jodhaa Akbar. It is up for November release.

Now, the most common dictionary explanation for the title to Maruti?s latest limited edition model, the ‘Genus’ refers to a group of species exhibiting similar characteristics. Well that being said it should come as no surprise if I say that the new Ritz Genus looks quite similar to the conventional Ritz that has so far managed to sell like hot cakes in India owing to its quirky styling and remarkable fuel efficiency. However, a closer look at the emerald blue beauty reveals hidden jewels both on the outside and in its plush interiors.

Retaining the best attributes of Brand Ritz, the new Ritz Genus comes with several exciting features. A brand new signature colour, `Emerald Blue? is the most apparent change. This body shade is however, accentuated through the Genus?s matching door handles and body colour rear view mirrors. Smart body graphics run all along the length of the limited edition compact car, giving it a distinctive appeal. Body side moldings add character, while the rear is enhanced with a back door garnish.

Taking a peek inside the Ritz Genus, you will realize what has exactly gone into making this car fit for the ?special limited edition? tag attached to its freshly painted body. Seat fabric and door trims in the original Ritz were fresh to begin with. A dual tone dashboard now adds to the overall appeal of the inside job on this Genus edition. For music lovers, the car has been equipped with Radio and CD with speakers and tilt-adjustable steering. Other customer-friendly features include keyless entry, rear wiper-cum-washer, and a rear parcel tray.

Speaking on the occasion of the cars launch on 27th August, Shashank Srivastava, Chief General Manager (Marketing) said, “Limited Editions are our way to bring excitement to the showrooms. We have excellent experience with Limited editions in the past. While they bring in incremental sales numbers, at the same time customer response to these special models have helped us for future product development and planning. I am confident that the Ritz Genus will find great appreciation with customers for its new add-on features.

Launched in May 2009, the Maruti Suzuki Ritz has delivered the best ever first-year performance in the domestic automobile Premium A-2 segment by registering sales of a whopping 68,130 units in its first year of sales. The Ritz Genus should have little trouble becoming part of the Maruti?s elite ‘Limited Edition’ clan, which includes bestsellers like the Swift, Estilo and the Alto.

Priced at Rs. 4,52,349 for the Vxi model and Rs. 5,31,410 for the Vdi variant, The Ritz Genus looks like a good option for those looking at buying a fully loaded stylish hatch with more than decent on-road capabilities.

The features of the limited edition Ritz ‘Genus’ include:

To be launched in a new signature colour : Emerald Blue

• Keyless entry
• Tilt steering
• Parcel tray
• Distinct Body graphics
• Rear wash and wiper
• Radio + CD player with speaker
• Body side moldings
• Dual tone dashboard

Source : Times of India