Orange Glamor: good health

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Soap bars are more common in the world while shower gels are a sign of modernity. Which one is better? Is there a definite answer?

I think anyone who can afford a body wash or shower gel prefers them. Not just afford money wise, but also afford to spend time and enjoying the rich lather shower gels provide. I personally prefer shower gel over body wash and soap as body wash is creamy and I have a number of reasons to dislike using soap bars.

#1 It's no fun holding a bar in your hand and rubbing it over your body when you could use a loofah.

#2 Liquids look better. Transparent, colored shampoos and shower gels look better than soap.

#3 Using shower gels and body washes make you feel richer than using soaps would.

But it's not that I don't like any soaps. I just don't like the creamy, chemical ones which seem to strip off the skin's natural oils. I feel shower gels don't do it. I only like natural soaps which don't seem to strip off the oils either. Plus, they don't give you the chemical treatment regular soaps do.

White soaps and body washes are like vanilla, so I don't like them. Natural soaps, which are often handmade, contain nature's blessings like jasmine, rose or fruits which makes them smell heavenly and feel good on the body.

But I'm yet to reveal the top reason because of which I'd always prefer natural soaps and shower gels, something I've discovered recently. My reason is that something that makes you feel better is better for your health. Like, you might watch tv, if you are too lazy to do anything else to entertain yourself, but it doesn't leave you feeling good. Thus, it's not good for your health. Natural soaps and shower gels, especially ones which also contain some natural ingredients even if they aren't 100% natural, make me feel much better than regular soaps do. Thus, in my opinion, they are better for health. Even shower gels which don't contain anything natural though, also make me feel better than regular soaps.

So, I'd always go for shower gels or natural soaps. Which one do you prefer? Post your comments below to share how soaps, shower gels and body washes make you feel.

Image: Emma Stone

beauty - 12:43 PM

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Covering up imperfections doesn't provide a solution. Plus, most men would tell you one of the things that turn them off the most is a foundation filled face. The last thing they want to see is a different person when you wake up after a cozy night together. It makes them think you are a fake person, who hides who they truly are. It has the potential to scare them off. Who knows what all you are hiding about yourself. Imperfection correcting make-up increases your chances of being perceived as a liar. And most people would tell you honesty and trust are the basis of a relationship. So is health. It's a natural inclination for humans to choose healthy mates, with a different immune system to theirs as we all want healthy off-springs and having a different immune system makes them immune to different illnesses.

It's not just about romantic alliances though, of course. Whether in business or casual meetings, why would you want to come across as less honest and trustworthy than other people? What to do about it then, you can't spend your life with a face full of zits, can you? I'm sure not suggesting you to. Our body has it's ways of sending signals when there is something wrong. Yes, your looks are as good as your health. It all shows. You can't hide it if your body is dehydrated or infused with infection. If you have been having a hard time, wrinkles show up. They are a sign of maturity.

Don't hide who you are, unless you want superficial connections. If there is acne, it's your body's way of telling you there is something wrong. If your skin is dry, your skin's defense mechanism gets triggered and produces oil which results in the formation of blackheads. Your natural response is to dry the oil you see, but had you been moisturizing before that?

If you don't drink enough water or don't exercise, it will show up in the form of skin problems. If you are prone to dry skin, it isn't enough to reach out for body lotion or lip balm. It's time to ask yourself: have you been consuming enough oil or butter? This is totally relevant. For a healthy skin, you must consume enough water, oil/butter and vitamin E. Sunflower oil and seeds, peanuts are a great source of the vitamin but I prefer peanut butter over peanuts as eating too many of them makes my lips dry. Physical activity also plays a big role in keeping your skin glowing. Play until you sweat and the signs are likely to be seen in a few days.

Try to eliminate your health troubles and it's likely to show. Make a list of illnesses you are prone to, and find out which foods will help. Like, when you are ill, you eat food recommended for your illness. If you include some of those foods in your daily diet, you can get rid of them completely. If you suffer from colds, it means you have a weak respiratory system and need to work on it. As you know, consuming warm liquids help during a cold. You can get rid of the issues from their root and make your respiratory system stronger by ensuring a smooth flow in your breath, by drinking warm beverages and doing yoga or singing or simple breathing exercises. When there will be nothing wrong internally, there will be nothing wrong externally either. Don't you find healthier people more attractive?

Image: Emma Roberts

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