LIFESTYLE

Are you an overthinker? Here's how you can control it
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We all have spent our time wondering about something, followed our train of thought and felt amazed at their impermanence and fleeting nature of it. How easily we start thinking about trivial things and don't stop until we have made up scenarios, circumstances, and predicaments that were not present in the beginning. These thoughts upset us, make us miserable, and detach us from the real world.
A cultural escape
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The Adil Manuel Collective brings to you a very special Brazilian jazz set. It will present music by Brazilian jazz musicians and composers like Hermeto Pascoal, Tom Jobim, and more. The Collective will feature Samantha Noella (vocals), Yohaan Pissurlenker (bass), Pranoy Praveen (drums), Anand Bhagat (percussions), Siddharth Shankar and Adil Manuel (guitar), and also a few guest musicians.
5 toys to keep it playful while learning
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With the ongoing rainy season, we are also protective towards our little ones from letting them play out and the kids are stuck home. To keep them involved while being home, the ever-growing market of STEM toys lends itself to games for all age groups that will get their creativity and imagination flowing, while also picking up on new skills. So here is a list of products for your aspiring creative kids to help fuel their passion.
Niacinamide- a special powerful ingredient for skincare
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For many skincare novices, the name resonates as the universal solution and a safe ingredient for everyday use. Thus, most cult-favorite skincare products list Niacinamide as one of the primary ingredients. Romita Mazumdar, Founder, Foxtale tells IANSlife about the powerful all-in-one ingredient in skincare.
5 great reasons to use lip pencils
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Rayed Merchant, Spokesperson of Proarte shares five great reasons to include one in your cosmetic pack. Lip pencils are the culminating device for adjusting small blemishes and faultlessly redefining your lips. Selecting the right one is vital. A line that's too dark or too thick will rapidly demolish the impact you're going for.
The best webcams for working professionals
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While smartphones have good cameras, they aren't ideal for learning or collaborating on professional projects, so most people use a webcam with their computer. Investing in a good webcam with a clear microphone and a camera sensor that provides high quality and fast frame rates can also help your chats run more smoothly. The following choices offer good video quality:
What the ban on single use plastic means for the beauty industry
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Nowhere does this statement ring truer than the current scenario of India's pivotal plastic ban. From July 1st, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has prohibited the manufacturing, importing, stocking, distribution, sale, and use of single-use plastic items. A long time coming, this new rule could usher in an era of environmentally equitable and responsible thinking from many stakeholders including the beauty industry.
Seven common blunders while curling your hair
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While the mistakes listed below aren't the end of the world (or your hair), they're not ones you want to make again. If you curl your own hair frequently, you'll want to avoid these blunders as much as possible shared by Rayed Merchant, Spokesperson, Ikonic Professional. If you don't use a heat protectant beforehand, you'll burn yourself . A heat protectant adds a barrier between the tool and your strands to lock in moisture and battle frizz, reducing the damage caused by hot tools.
Sabyasachi's Couture Show 2022
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Strong, sophisticated, and self-assured. A brooding silver, dusty gold, and withering grey hand-dyed colour palette. Layering silk, wool, velvet, and tulle creates a textured depth. Handcrafted old-world zardozi, printed vintage florals, and artisanal embroidery add drama. Sabyasachi's Couture 2022 honours the timeless elegance of nonchalant glamour.
From brick-and-mortar to click-and-order
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The D2C model of retail heavily relies on the internet. With over 650 million web users in India currently, there is bound to be a boost in the e-commerce industry. The D2C (direct to customer) model has been a huge success in Metropolitan cities. It is now time for retailers to target Tier II and Tier III cities with this model.
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