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Have a Beautiful Trip!

Ayurvedic ways to feel fresh and lovely on a journey:

Before you Leave:

Pamper yourself with a nice luxurious aromatherapy massage-if the

journey is going to be long. Vaidya Rmakant Mishra, MAPI's

of Product Research and Development, recommends an aroma massage with

19 drops of coconut oil mixed with one drop of sandalwood oil. You

could also use a drop of rose oil in place of sandalwood.

Pack good-quality cosmetics: MAPI's range of Youthful Skin®

formulations will look after all your travel needs-right from

maintaining skin elasticity and texture to supplying natural

nourishment so essential to balancing the ravages of travel. Designed

to provide lipid support to the deepest layers of skin, all creams

and lotions are free of preservatives and hence completely safe to

use.

Buy a comfortable travel pillow-and fill it with healing herbs for a

sense-soothing experience. Choose your pillowcase with care: it

should be washable and soft, so your skin does not crease.

Be sure to pack in some destination-specific beauty items: like

sunscreen if you're headed for a Hawaiian beach,

romance-enhancing

essential oi, like jasmine, for an evening under the stars, rose

water to refresh hot skin on a summer day in deep countryside.

 

Flight Facts:

 

1.Pressurised cabin-air sucks moisture from skin. Research shows that

the dryness inside a plane matches that of a desert! That is why, you

will do well to drink plenty of water during their flight-carrying

your own bottles and asking for refills. Vaidya Mishra advises

infusing your water with spices like licorice, ginger, cardamom and

cinnamon to help unclog channels and keep you calm throughout the

journey. Spash face with mineral water from time to time; and when

not wearing make-up, gently rub mineral water on your face with the

tips of your fingers-this gives the double benefit of rehydration and

massage.

 

2. A long journey can cause the skin to puff up: that is

why, "palming" your cheeks at regular intervals-by leaning

forward in

your seat and resting your face in your hands for a few minutes,

really helps. This light pressure on skin tissue reduces puffiness.

Vaidya Mishra also advises deep, easy breathing from time to time.

This increases oxygen flow in the body, bringing a glow to the cheeks.

 

3. Flying can cause sinus pressure to build: But you can make some

simple moves to keep the pressure off: press gently under the eyes

from inside to outside, massage the base of the ears in slow

circular motions, and use revolving pressure on the temples with

fingertips. Again, deep breathing helps keep the nasal passages open.

 

How to Disembark Feeling Movie-Star Fresh

Half an hour before landing, give your face a good splash of cold

water, then pat dry and apply Youthful Skin Cream.

Just before touch-down, touch up your face with concealer, applying

only in spots that need attention. Usually, it's the area under

the

eyes and around the nose.

To soothe and seal lips, apply Rose or Citrus Lip Balm to guard

against dryness.

Brush your hair but don't try an elaborate style: just tie it

into a

comfortable knot or if it is short, leave it open-you're going to

the

airport, not to a dinner party. Choose products that hold shape.

 

Destination-Savvy Skin and Hair

 

Summer in Australia: Plenty of sun, sand and sea make Australia a

traveler's paradise. But the same things that can lift your

spirits

can also bog down your skin. Try these tips to beat the heat and keep

skin and hair happy:

 

Remember that summer heat stimulates the skin's oil glands,

making

pores larger and more susceptible to sweating, dust and pollution.

Solution? Keep pores clean! Cleanse your face morning and evening,

with the gentle Youthful Skin Cleansing Gel. Made with a potent blend

of ayurvedic herbs including White and Red Sandalwood and Indian

Madder and pure essential oils including Lime, Ylang ylang and

Sandalwood, this formulation provides nourishment and moisture

balance to the different layers of your skin as it cleanses and

tones.

 

Always, always use sunscreen-with an SPF of at least 30. An

antiseptic, to help prevent acne. Follow the cleanser with a light

moisturizer that contains SPF 30.

 

Spray face from time-to-time with a floral mist-MAPI offers four

refreshing fragrances: Organic Lavender, Neroli, Organic Rose

Damascena and Organic Rose Geranium. The water that is left after the

essential oil is skimmed off, contains traces of the precious

essential oil as well as the water-soluble portions of the healing

plant. The spray will leave you rejuvenated in mind, body, and spirit.

 

Protect scalp and hair from damaging sunrays by wearing a comfortable

hat. Massage your scalp before bath to stimulate blood flow and

relieve stress. Use a gentle cleansing shampoo-MAPI's herbal

shampoos

contain nourishing "keshya" herbs that will restore luster to

tired

hair, without loading it with chemicals.

 

Avoid excessive dry heat, such as that from blow dryers and curling

irons.

 

Skiing in the Colorado Rockies: Nothing quite compares with the

beauty of snow-laden slopes in an Aspen winter. But, the rugged

splendour of natural beauty can take its toll on your skin within no

time-unless you follow these basic beauty-friendly tips:

 

Here, more than ever, your skin needs moisture. That's because

ski

slopes are dry, cold and windy-and surprisingly, even if it's

snowing

or overcast, you can still get a sunburn-so high is the ultraviolet

radiation in this region. Your chances of sun exposure are even

greater on a mountaintop because at higher altitudes, where the air

is thinner, you're more vulnerable to the intensity of the

sun's

rays. So drink up, and keep skin protected with the goodness of

MAPI's healing herbal cosmetics.

 

Shade your eyes with a good pair of sunglasses that cover the entire

area around the eyes-there is increasing evidence that even short

exposures to direct sunlight can lead to cataract.

 

Don't forget your lips. Use lip balm with sunscreen protection

and

apply it frequently.

 

Breathe deeply and often-because mountain air is low in oxygen.

 

On Mediterranean Shores: Swimming with the dolphins can be the

ultimate holiday experience. But if you take a few steps to keep skin

and hair healthy, you'll enjoy your vacation even more. Vaidya

Mishra

has the following simple suggestions:

 

When you are near a water source, try to breathe in the misty air

from the sea-for it has more oxygen. The further your holiday spot is

from a major metro, the healthier this air will be.

 

A morning self-massage or abhyanga will help repair tissue and

prepare you for the next session of swimming or surfing.

 

Take amla-berry; it helps outdoor-activity enthusiasts perform

better. Amla-berry, says vaidya Mishra, increases swimming capacity,

protects the heart and improves muscle synthesis.

 

Do not ignore rehydration. A constant supply of water-both to the

inside and outside of your body-is your best cosmetic. And it is

readily available, inexpensive, and easy to apply!

 

Diet Tips for Your Trip

 

Moroccan Tagine with Apricot Couscous, Chill-rubbed Rare Ostrich in

Australia, or Protean Ratatouille in Provence: who can resist the

exotic flavours of international cuisine? By all means try all aromas

and tastes that greet your taste-buds, but don't forget to load

up on

fresh fruits and vegetables throughout your trip. Vaidya Mishra

recommends eating a generous amount of sweet, juicy fruits throughout

your trip. Cooling pomegranate juice is especially good if you are

holidaying in a hot spot.

 

Avoid alcohol and soda (too much makes you thirstier), and stay away

from salty foods that cause swollen ankles and feet.

 

Don't confuse the dehydration and fatigue that accompany jet lag with

hunger. Keep mealtimes consistent whenever possible and minimize

dining after dark. Take small portions and eat slowly.

 

 

 

 

Note : This ayurvedic information is educational and is not intended

to replace standard medical care or advice.

Copyright MAPI, 2002.

 

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