7 Beauty Hacks To Get Great Skin And Hair

A healthy, radiant, glowing skin along with thick, shiny hair is often considered an attribute of good health and personality. It is common to desire smooth, young-looking skin, for which people develop different skin care regimens.

Some people may have a minimal routine, and others may have an extensive skin care, makeup, and hair care regimen. In general, however, it is advised to improve your diet, consume plenty of water, keep your face clean, and avoid exposing your skin to toxic material in order to keep it healthy.

There are several steps, tools, and products you can include in your self-care regimen to enhance and improve your skin and hair.

# Add a kansa wand to your skin care regimen

Kansa, commonly known as bronze, is an alloy made of copper and tin. A kansa wand refers to a dome-shaped bronze metal attached to a wooden handle. It has been used in Ayurvedic practices for a long time.

A kansa wand is commonly used for managing skin puffiness, wrinkling, and microbial growth. It is believed to improve these skin conditions due to its alkaline nature, which helps rebalance skin pH. Its antimicrobial properties may be contributed by its copper content.

- Place the dome-shaped part of the wand on your skin and gently massage around the eye sockets in circular motions for a couple of minutes.
- Move on to the forehead, massaging in a figure-eight shape.
- Massage your jaw with upward strokes.
- Repeat this remedy few 2–3 times a week.

# Massage your face with ice

Rubbing ice on the face is a common home remedy used for treating puffiness under the eyes, soothing sunburns, reducing acne-associated inflammation, and even fading wrinkles.

Giving yourself an ice facial is considered a mild form of cryotherapy, which is a dermatological procedure used for treating skin lesions. While there is no scientific evidence supporting the use of ice, it is, in general, a safe and cheap therapy that you can try.

- Cleanse your face and pat it dry.
- Wrap a few ice cubes in a soft cotton cloth, and massage it on your face in circular motions. Perform the massage for about 2 minutes, focusing on the chin, forehead, nose, and jawline.
- Wash your face and moisturize it properly.
- Repeat the remedy 3–4 times a week.

# Use a washcloth for exfoliation

An exfoliating washcloth can be a great cost-effective investment for your skin care routine. Washcloths are gentle on your skin and highly effective.

Select a washcloth with microfibers (80% polyester, 20% polyamide) or bamboo, silk, or muslin (100% organic cotton) fibers. Avoid washcloth exfoliators that have synthetic, coarse materials.

- Wet the washcloth with warm water and put a few drops of mild cleanser on it.
- Rub the cloth on your forehead in small circles with medium pressure, and work your way down the face. - Focus on the creases of your nose. You can also exfoliate your legs, giving them a healthy glow.
- Once the exfoliation is complete, clean your washcloth exfoliator thoroughly to prevent bacterial growth.
- Repeat the treatment up to 3 times a week. However, limit it to 1–2 times a week if you have dry skin.

# Use satin or silk pillowcases

Cotton pillowcases, while quite common, are not the ideal choice for your hair or skin. When you sleep on cotton pillowcases, the fiber absorbs the moisture from your hair and skin, causing dryness.

Moreover, your hair is subject to constant friction with the cotton fiber, making it rough and causing damage. Similarly, the friction on your skin can aggravate acne blemishes and enable the spread of bacteria all over the face.

It is suggested to use silk or satin pillowcases since they are extremely smooth and therefore eliminate friction, allowing the hair to flow freely over them. Also, their cloth fibers do not absorb moisture from your hair or face.

# Use a microfiber hair towel wrap

The cloth you use for drying your hair has a large role to play in the health and appearance of your hair.

Using a rough towel on your hair can cause friction damage, while using a cotton t-shirt increases the drying time considerably. Blow-drying your hair can cause brittleness.

- Buy a good-quality microfiber towel or a microfiber hair wrap.
- After a shower or a bath, wrap it around your head for about 10 minutes.
- Once your hair is dry, apply a serum or oil to your scalp and hair to help keep it healthy and moisturized.

# Cover balding spots with hair fibers

Male-pattern and female-pattern baldness is a common problem and may occur due to hereditary factors or underlying medical problems. Medications such as finasteride and minoxidil can combat the problem but their results may take a while.

Most people desire a quick solution to hide their balding spots. Hair fibers are one such product that can conceal the areas of hair thinning, giving you the appearance of a full head of healthy hair.

- Shampoo your hair and allow it to dry.
- Apply the hair fibers on completely dry hair as they cling with the help of static charge. Some hair fibers may come with a spray attachment that is useful in applying them to parts, hairlines, gray roots, and patchy beards. You can also use a hair fiber applicator or argan oil to help the fibers stick better.
- Layer the hair fibers on top of each other rather than applying the product in one go. Keep in mind not to use too many fibers as it may not give a natural look.
- Once applied, pat and spread the fibers and brush your hair with a coarse brush.

# Apply shower oils to manage skin dryness

Shower oils or bath oils are moisturizing oils that can be used in place of shower gels or soaps to cleanse your body and hydrate it at the same time.

Shower oils are highly effective in improving the skin barrier function and hydration, and these effects are especially useful for people with skin conditions such as xerosis.

- Shower oils are used as soaps – you lather them with water and apply them to your skin. Most shower oils turn milky when they are mixed with water. You can skip moisturization after the shower if you are using shower oils.