It’s Spring! The gentle sun, sprinkles of rain, flowers waking up. It is our favorite season. Speaking of seasons, it is time for a rotation in your skincare practice. At Ishq Skincare, April 1st brings in the season of the Rose – a flower used since ancient times for her healing. Cleopatra, the ancient Egyptian …
Do you agree that eating fruits & veggies that are in season is better for your body, and the environment? Why not apply the same philosophy to your skincare? Your skin changes with the seasons. Like in Winter, have you noticed your skin is drier than usual? When it makes sense to eat seasonally, doesn’t …
Tabassum is my stand against the cultural appropriation of Turmeric When starbucks came out with their “golden latte”, I felt like my entire childhood was being taken away from me. That overpriced drink is our “Haldi Doodh”, Turmeric Milk. A drink that our Mother’s used to give us when we were sick I don’t claim …
Of all the vegetables, the humble Potato is a favorite in my house. Did you know you could incorporate potatoes into your skincare? So rich in vitamins, minerals & enzymes that they help: Firm & brighten Help remove pigmentation Fade acne scars When cooking with potatoes, try this out. Let the potato juice relax on …
Aah, cooling and calming yogurt. So beneficial for the gut with it’s active cultures. Did you know you could use yogurt on your face? In my family, yogurt takes on many roles: We use it in cooking – anytime you want to take your curry or stir fry to the next level, add a dollop …
We love to complicate things. It has been ingrained in us that if something’s easy, then it cannot be good. What if I tell you that skincare doesn’t have to be complicated? It can be simple, sustainable and healing. For the days that are crazy busy, when everything around us is spinning, when taking care …