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Instant Fashion: happy with MIA BAG and LORIBLU on the eve of winter

Ciao carissime, oggi finalmente qualche scatto dopo la grande tempesta di questi giorni:) outfit semplice ma ricco di dettagli che ne dite? hello dear, now finally some shots after the great storm of these days :) outfit simple but rich in detail what do you think?<h2>Instant Fashion: happy with MIA BAG and LORIBLU on the eve of winter</h2><img alt="4" src="http://chilishake.it/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/4.jpg" width="600" />Come procede la vostra giornata? Qui da me piove ininterrottamente :( e quindi è un po’ difficile fare qualche shooting però ho pensato di condividere con voi qualche scatto postato su instagram che non ho mai inserito qui sul blog :) buona giornata mondo.<img alt="3" src="http://chilishake.it/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/3.jpg" width="600" />How is your day? Here with me no-stop raining :( so it is a bit ‘difficult to do some shooting but I thought I’d share with you some pictures posted on instagram that I never entered here on the blog :) good day world<img alt="5" src="http://chilishake.it/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/5.jpg" width="600" />

Instant Fashion: happy with MIA BAG and LORIBLU on the eve of winter

Ciao carissime, oggi finalmente qualche scatto dopo la grande tempesta di questi giorni:) outfit semplice ma ricco di dettagli che ne dite? ...

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Ten years and 18-hour surgery later, boy set to walk normally

After an 18-hour long surgery on a 10-year old boy, who as a newborn was abandoned in the fields near Varanasi and was mauled by a wild animal, 12 doctors from the Bombay Hospital on Saturday helped reconstruct his damaged leg. Manish Singh from Varanasi in UP will now be discharged after spending more than two months in the hospital.<h2>Ten years and 18-hour surgery later, boy set to walk normally</h2><img alt="" src="http://static.dnaindia.com/sites/default/files/2014/11/02/280102-surgery.jpg" width="600" />The 18-hour supra-major surgery on his right leg involved two anaesthetists, two paediatric surgeons, three orthopaedic surgeons, five plastic surgeons, and 12 nursing staff."We have put a fixator on his leg, which after some months may have to be removed. For that he may need to undergo one more surgery," said Dr Ashok Gupta, a plastic surgeon who has been looking after the boy's health for the past ten years, and who also led the team of doctors in this marathon surgery.As previously reported by dna, the surgery known as muscle transfer involves taking muscle and blood vessels from other parts of the body and attaching them to the part which needs reconstruction. In the boy's case, the surgery had to be repeated as his height grew. His first surgery was when he was four months old, the doctor said, the second surgery when he was five, and now the third when he is ten."When he turns 15, we have to see the situation and take the call on another surgery," Gupta said.Within hours of birth, with his umbilical cord still trailing from him, Manish had been dumped in a sugarcane field in a village near Varanasi. Here, what may have been a wild dog tore apart the entire thigh and the calf muscle of his right leg. Seeing him lying in a bloody puddle, a farm labourer brought him to a local hospital. From then onwards, Manish had to undergo a ten-year odyssey through medical rooms and operation theatres. He grew up with extensive damage to the blood vessels, muscles, nerve and skin in the affected parts. He could not lift his ankle or walk properly.His foster mother Nirmala Singh said she was thankful to the Bombay Hospital. Singh and Manish stay in the SOS Children's Villages, an NGO in Varanasi.Bombay hospital has decided to waive off the cost of the surgery, about Rs. 6 lakhs.

Ten years and 18-hour surgery later, boy set to walk normally

After an 18-hour long surgery on a 10-year old boy, who as a newborn was abandoned in the fields near Varanasi and was mauled by a wild anim...

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Survey Revealed: How to Get Rid of Dark Under Arms

DARK UNDERARMS – Causes, Remedies & Prevention. Dark underarms is one of most common beauty problems faced by many women – it is a real turn down especially since it poses constraints on wearing sleeveless tops which ultimately results in being self-conscious when it comes to dressing. Dressing of course has a major influence on our confidence levels so we must not let anything restrict ourselves to pick and wear the attire of our choice.<h2>Survey Revealed: How to Get Rid of Dark Under Arms</h2><img alt="Dark UNderarms" src="http://imbbpullzone.laedukreationpvt.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Dark-UNderarms.png" width="600" />Recently during my parlor visit for a regular waxing session this topic came for discussion since my friend badly wanted to get some solution to this problem. Thought of sharing with you all about the topic and further investigation of the problem. So here am trying to cite the major causes of dark underarms and remedies, preventive measures etc.Major Causes: Frequently wearing tight dresses, especially made of synthetic material, which are skin tight around the arm pit area (this will be worse if you’re overweight) which causes friction between skin and cloth and thus leads to dark underarms. Hair removal by Shaving or Hair Removing creams: Shaving removes only those hairs which are above the skin surface and underarm area will appear dark since the hair follicles beneath skin are still visible in the form of black spots. Same is the case with hair removing creams and additionally certain chemicals in the cream might react and worsen the darkening effect. Neither shaving nor hair removing creams removes hair from its roots. Negative reactions to Anti-Perspirants or deodorants: Alcohol and few chemical ingredients in these react badly on skin to cause darkening, especially anti-perspirants are supposed to be harsher than deodorants. Dead Skin Bulid-up: As is the case with face and body, dead skin cells accumulate in under arm area and many times dirt and sweat accumulation makes things even worse and make it stubborn & thus difficult to remove. Medical Conditions: Discoloration of underarm area can also be due to a medical condition called Acanthosis Nigricans, which is related to insulin production or some glandular disorder. If you have dark underarms and hyper-pigmentation around the base of your neck, please go get your blood sugar checked. These can be symptoms of type II diabetes and most people don’t know they have this. Intake of androgen-based contraceptives also contributes to darkening. Apart from these, Genetics is also one factor and dark underarms may be passed on as heredity from past generations. Remedies:You can try a home made pack similar to what we use for face, with ingredients that have skin whitening properties- like a combination of lime+cucumber juice with a pinch of turmeric or besan+yogurt or sandalwood paste+rose water etc. Regular use will have positive effects but don’t expect an immediate solution. Many commercial products are also available in market to lighten dark underarms but it is always advisable to go for something which is prescribed by your dermatologist which will generally have ingredients like salicylic acid, AHA, lactic acid, Retinol etc which are proven for their skin lightening properties. If you suspect any medical condition contact your doctor and get it treated medically. Once you find out what works well for you, and have shown positive results it is equally important to take some preventive measures to ensure your underarms stay clean n clear for ever.Prevention:Avoid tight fitting dresses, at least don’t wear them every day and choose cotton rather than synthetic material for daily use especially during summer when we sweat profusely… Switch to waxing and stop shaving/using hair removing creams. You can really feel the difference in skin in terms of color, texture and growth of hair. Since waxing gets rid of hair from the roots the area stays clean and soft and hair grows back slowly without much thickness too. Be conscious of the ingredients in deodorants, better to avoid anti-perspirants which have harsh chemicals and pick deos especially which are free of alcohol and strong fragrance. I personally feel it is always better to stick on to body spray/splashes rather than roll-ons since the application is more hygienic when it comes to spray. Avoid using all these while at home instead dust on some anti-fungal powder to absorb sweat if it is really required. Regularly exfoliate your underarm area with a good body scrub, at least twice a week while you take shower-this will remove all dead cells, traces of deos, sweat and impurities. Make sure you moisturize the sensitive skin after exfoliation. You may need to keep track of your weight too. Excess flabby arms lead to dark armpits due to rubbing skin against skin. Now following are few things which have really helped me to prevent darkening of underarms.I do regularly exfoliate with my favorite St.Ives apricot body scrub and am sure it works!!This is followed by applying a body moisturizer which will ensure the skin is not dried out. St Ives Scrub for Underarms St Ives Scrub for Underarms I prefer waxing – really hate the way skin feels after shaving be it arms, legs or underarms which makes my skin dry so I never opt for shaving. Waxing Waxing I always stick on to a mild deodorant – Dove is my personal favorite since it is quite moisturizing and has a mild fragrance-been using it for many years. Absolutely loving the new Dove deo with cucumber and green tea extract which has a refreshingly pleasant & mild fragrance and smell is quite long lasting too…I love to experiment with perfumes but not deodorants since it is being used in underarms where skin is quite sensitive. In short just a little care is required to prevent darkening of underarms which would surely yield beautiful and long lasting results!!

Survey Revealed: How to Get Rid of Dark Under Arms

DARK UNDERARMS – Causes, Remedies & Prevention. Dark underarms is one of most common beauty problems faced by many women – it is a real ...

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Fun 'n Fitness Mondays: Tried and Tested: Pantene Total Damage Care 10 Shampoo

Pantene's Total Damage Care 10 Shampoo contains Keratin Damage Blockers, which identifies and neutralizes free radicals in water and this helps in preserving hair’s vital proteins.<h2>Fun 'n Fitness Mondays: Tried and Tested: Pantene Total Damage Care 10 Shampoo</h2><img alt="" src="http://static.dnaindia.com/sites/default/files/2014/10/29/278943-pantene-total-damage-care-10.jpg" width="600" />This aids in a healthy, tangle-free hair, giving up to 100% damage protection The shampoo comes in a white bottle with a golden flip open cap. If you have used Pantene shampoos earlier, you will know the exact fragrance of this one. The consistency of this shampoo is creamy; it lathers quite well. It works as a good moisturiser and cleans the scalp well. The shampoo is loaded with chemicals and that left my hair dry. I had to follow up every wash with the Total Damage Care Conditioner. I also ended up with terrible hair fall. Pros • Cleans the scalp well • Removes oil, sweat and dust from the hair and scalp • Lathers well • Inexpensive • Travel-friendly packagingCons • It caused terrible hair fall • Loaded with chemicals • Causes product build-up over timePrice: Rs.152

Fun 'n Fitness Mondays: Tried and Tested: Pantene Total Damage Care 10 Shampoo

Pantene's Total Damage Care 10 Shampoo contains Keratin Damage Blockers, which identifies and neutralizes free radicals in water and thi...

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How Ebola started and spread

West Africa is struggling with the worst Ebola outbreak on record that has killed more than 4,900 people. Two nurses in the United States and one nurse in Spain have contracted Ebola outside of Africa.<h2>How Ebola started and spread</h2><img alt="" src="http://static.dnaindia.com/sites/default/files/2014/10/28/278653-ebola-16-reuters.jpg" width="600" />The following are some facts about the outbreak:<ul><li>Ebola has killed 4,922 people, or about 50 percent of 10,141 confirmed, probable and suspected cases, mostly in Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea, according to the U.N.'s World Health Organization. It says the true death toll may be three times as much or 15,000 people, while the death rate is thought to be about 70 percent of all cases.</li><li>Ebola emerged in a remote forest region of Guinea in March and has also turned up in Nigeria, Senegal and Mali. Health officials declared Nigeria and Senegal Ebola-free in October.</li><li>There is no vaccine or cure for Ebola, a hemorrhagic fever. In past outbreaks, fatality rates have reached up to 90 percent. Ebola causes fever, flu-like pains, bleeding, vomiting and diarrhea.</li><li>Pharmaceutical companies are working on experimental Ebola vaccines and antiviral drugs, but a significant number of doses will not be available until at least the first quarter of 2015.</li><li>Ebola is not airborne. It is transmitted through blood, vomit, diarrhea and other bodily fluids. Healthcare workers in West Africa have been among the hardest hit by the outbreak.</li><li>Ebola symptoms generally appear between two and 21 days after infection, meaning there is a significant window during which an infected person can escape detection, allowing them to travel. However, they are not considered contagious until they start showing symptoms.</li><li>Recovery from Ebola depends on the patient's immune response. People who recover from Ebola infection develop antibodies that last for at least 10 years.</li><li>Ebola patients have been treated in the United States, Spain, Germany, France, Norway and the United Kingdom. (Graphic: http://link.reuters.com/dek33w)</li><li>The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has estimated that the number of infections could rise to up to 1.4 million people by early next year without a massive global intervention to contain the virus.</li><li>The United States, Britain, France, China, Cuba and international organizations are pouring funds, supplies and personnel into the affected parts of West Africa.</li><li>Ebola's suspected origin is forest bats. The virus was first identified in 1976 in what is now known as Democratic Republic of the Congo.</li></ul>Source: World Health Organization and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

How Ebola started and spread

West Africa is struggling with the worst Ebola outbreak on record that has killed more than 4,900 people. Two nurses in the United States an...

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Infants know what your eyes tell

New York, Oct 28 - The ability to respond to eye cues develops during infancy - at seven or so months, finds research.<h2>Infants know what your eyes tell</h2><img alt="" src="http://www.mentalhelp.net/images/root/baby1_id3517601_jpg.jpg" width="600" />Our study provides developmental evidence for the notion that humans possess specific brain processes that allow them to automatically respond to eye cues, said study co-author Tobias Grossmann from University of Virginia.The eye white, or how much of it is shown and at what angle, plays a role in the social and cooperative interactions among humans.For example, while wide-open eyes exposing a lot of white indicate fear or surprise, a thinner slit of exposed eye such as when smiling expresses happiness or joy.For the study, the researchers used electroencephalography (EEG) to measure the brain activity of seven-month-old infants while showing images of eyes wide open, narrowly opened, and with direct or averted gazes.They found that the infants' brains responded differently depending on the expression suggested by the eyes they viewed.They viewed the eye images for only 50 milliseconds - which is much less time than needed for an infant of this age to consciously perceive this kind of visual information.Like adults, infants are sensitive to eye expressions of fear and direction of focus, and that these responses operate without conscious awareness, Grossmann pointed out.The existence of such brain mechanisms in infants likely provides a vital foundation for the development of social interactive skills in humans, Grossmann added.The study appeared online in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Infants know what your eyes tell

New York, Oct 28 - The ability to respond to eye cues develops during infancy - at seven or so months, finds research. Infants know what you...

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Make and Beauty world fantasy on the Durga Puja Celebration

Mumbai: On the auspicious day of Ashtami, Bengali women offer prayers to Maa Durga and dress up to the hilt to celebrate the ongoing Durga Puja. The traditional attire which includes a stunning saree with heavy eye make-up, a big bindi and ornaments, is the norm for this day. Bengali or not, if you too wish to enjoy the festivitives of Durga Puja, here are tips to get your look right.<h2>Make and Beauty world fantasy on the Durga Puja Celebration</h2><img alt="sushmita-sen durga puja make-up" src="http://media.zenfs.com/en-IN/homerun/in.lifestyle.Health.India.com/746608e6c157dc2ab612a9b3b8aae516" width="600" /> Make-upFor the day puja or one at home, it’s best to keep the look rather subtle. To stick to a simple and not-so-glam make-up, professional make-up and hairstylist Swati Dedhia explains, ‘Ensure your face is well-moisturised and clean, because it’s more about the natural look here. You could brush on some loose powder and highlight your cheek bones with a sheer blush for that radiant glow. ‘Since it is the day, the eye make-up shouldn’t be too dark or bright. For this, you can simply use the the sheer blush and apply it lightly for a thin coat of shimmer as an eyeshadow. Then, use the eyeliner or kajal pencil to shape your eyes well. Use a red lip colour or a shade of nude on the lips.’If you are attending a Durga Puja in the evening, then your make-up and hair are bound to be heavy. As for heavy traditional make-up, your eyes have to be given the most attention. Swati suggests, ‘You could use warm shades of eyeshadows with gold, copper, bronze, for a heavy look. However, the most important thing is to shape your eyes well with kajal or eyeliner on the eyelids.The best way to make your eyes look bigger is by extending the tip while applying the eyeliner from the corner of your eye. This defines your eyes better and looks great for a traditional look. You cold use the classic red lipstick or try on a plum red.’Hairdo‘You should be particular about the way your hair looks for this festive occasion. To be hassle-free and simple, just pin your hair into a neat bun and wear a fresh gajra. You could choose to leave out a few strands of hair near your face and curl them. Or simply puff and back comb the front of your hair and pin it tightly,’ says Swati. If you want to try out something other than a basic hair bun, then opt for a messy bun that looks modern and will blend in well making a good combination with the rest of the ethnic look. Swati suggests, ‘Another style you can try out is with a bun behind but with a twist in the front section of the hair. You could braid your hair from one ear to another into a regular plate or a French braid. For this, begin with side parting your hair and braid the hair from either sides, and move to the other. Then take the rest of the hair and tie it into a neat bun. Secure the bun section with pins.’Traditional attireYour look is going to be a miss if you don’t pick a cotton, silk or the traditional tant saree. You could stick to the classic red and white colours but if you are in a mood to experiment then look for borders in bright colours like pink, yellow, green or orange. There is nothing like it if you can manage wearing the traditional red and white Bengali saree with puffed sleeves. Or traditional silk borders against basic or neutral colours would look elegant as well. Ensure your saree is well-ironed as a creased one will only look shabby and spoil the appearance of your attire. You could also wear a printed ethnic blouse or opt for bold dark colours in contrasting colour of your saree.To keep the ethnic look in tact, don’t forget to wear a big bindi. A basic maroon or red one will do the trick. Wearing a bindi also helps draw attention to your eyes. For a more grand look, you could wear a maang tika, one with a single band or a tri-band covering the sides of your head. Many married women also wear sindoor in addition to the bindi to add an ethnic touch.

Make and Beauty world fantasy on the Durga Puja Celebration

Mumbai: On the auspicious day of Ashtami, Bengali women offer prayers to Maa Durga and dress up to the hilt to celebrate the ongoing Durga ...

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