Who doesn’t like peaceful sleep? But there are times when sleeping seems next to impossible no matter how much ever you try to fall asleep. Good sleep is a must because it helps on feel better. There are many people who have issues sleeping on time while others find it difficult to get up in the morning. Poor sleep can also result in negative effects on the body so you must find ways that help you sleep faster. Here are simple ways to do so.

Change Your Sleeping Position

Sometimes it so happens that even your body is tired of sleeping in the same place. It is proven scientifically that people who sleep on their back are prone to sleep disorders. This can also result in deprivation and also have issues for you to fall asleep faster. Avoid any type of blockage that’s coming your way with this technique. Doing this is also beneficial for your heart and if you are pregnant, it helps clear heartburn or reflux.

Choose a Schedule

Many people find it difficult to sleep due to an improper pattern as well. Your body works on circadian rhythm. This is an internal clock in the body that automatically gives alert when you should sleep at night and get up in the morning. So following a pattern will help your clock to maintain a proper schedule for you. Once this is done, believe me you won’t even need an alarm to get up. It is very important that you grab sleep of at least 8 hours. Give yourself 30 mins before you head to sleep. Start relaxing and prepare to head to bed.

Notice Day and Night Light Too

Light can also influence your body and it can regulate your schedule as well. Irregular light exposure is also not good for the circadian rhythms. It will be really hard for you to sleep. During the day, learn to expose yourself  to bright light. This also helps in attaining vitamins for the body. Darkness instantly leads to sleep. Research shows that night time helps in production of melatonin, a hormone that’s helpful for sleep. Use blackout curtains if necessary to sleep at night.

Practice Yoga and Meditation Techniques as Well

When you are stressed out, falling asleep will be an issue for you, but yoga and meditation are a sure shot cure to this. Yoga practise will help in breathing techniques and also body movements. It helps in releasing stress and also tension is released. Meditation can enhance the melatonin levels in the body. Mindfulness helps in focus and you will worry less in life. Practise all of these to have a better sleep at night.

Showers Help a Lot

You might feel that this one is a bit weird, but it’s true that taking a shower before bed will help you out. Check the season and choose the water type. This will help in contributing sleep. It is recommended that you follow the same time to take shower every night so it helps you prepare for your bedtime.

Wear Comfortable Clothes

There is a direct relation to this one as well. It is suggested that before you go to sleep, you need to wear the right type of clothes. The delayed temperature in the body due to wrong clothes type can prove to be a drawback for your sleep. So opt for clothes that are loose as this will help in regulating the temperature and help you sleep faster as well.

Turn Off Electronic Devices

These days more than anything else, our phones don’t let us sleep properly. You need to know that sleep is really important. So keep away from your smart phones as they can disrupt your sleep as well. Switching them off totally will help you sleep on time or if that’s not doable, you can put it on airplane and DND mode.

Dandruff in short is dreadful and no matter what you do, they keep coming back. The chances are that you have already tried and tested those products in the market, but nothing helped right? That’s why you came back looking for an answer here. The onset of heat is here and it will only get worse and more embarrassing for you. Before everything runs out of control, let’s look at some home remedies to cure dandruff stat!

Baking soda

Who thought that an item like baking soda could be used for hair also? This one is one the most potential hair care remedy that can you use to remove dandruff off totally. Besides that, it clears the flakes within no time and applying this one along with your shampoo will prove to be an advantage. Use it for a few weeks to notice the change and see no flakes on your tee anymore!

Indian lilac

The antifungal and antibacterial properties that are included in Indian lilac are also known to steer clear of dandruff on your hair. It can nourish the scalp and keep hair fall also at bay. You need to boil the leaves in water and let it cool down. Use this mixture on your hair and follow the method twice a week or so.

Coconut oil

Coconut oil also helps in bidding adieu to dandruff in no time. The dry scalp can cause issues, but this oil will help your hair scalp get moisturised with its powerful ingredients. You need to take some of it and mix it with lemon juice. Rub it well on your scalp. Calm yourself down as you massage. Keep it for 20 minutes and then wash it off. You need to make sure you follow it thrice a week.

Apple cider vinegar

Scalp treatment with ACV is another way to get rid of dandruff. The pH level is balanced and hair growth also enhances it. The clogged pores get cleared with apple cider vinegar. Take ACV and add tea tree oil to it. Massage this solution on your scalp and rinse off after a while. Follow this method at least two times a week.

Olive oil

Scalp dryness can be cured with olive oil and this natural moisturiser can help your scalp. Heat olive oil and apply on your scalp. Massage for some time and leave it overnight on your hair. Shampoo your hair the next day and condition as well so dandruff fades. Follow this method for a few weeks to experience all the flakes on your scalp gone away!

Lemon juice

We already know how delicious this one ingredient is, but did you know this works on dandruff as well? Yes, the citric acid present in this one is known to have antifungal properties that can help you get rid of dandruff sooner than you had expected. Add coconut oil to it and keep it for 30 minutes. Once done, wash it off with a mild shampoo.

If you thought taking care of skin was meant only for women, you are highly mistaken. Proper skin care for men is what we don’t talk about, but we should because it’s important for men as well. There are ways to take care of skin that guys need to consider. You can do so by following the tips beneath.

1. Cleanse your face

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Women already know about the techniques to be used, but men tend to take any soap that comes in their hand and apply it. To be honest, this is a wrong technique and you need to use cleansers that don’t turn your skin dry. To look young, this step is very much important and you must follow it. You also need to stay away from hot water or else your skin will get highly affected.

2. Use a good quality razor

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Men often have a habit to shave off their beard or trim their hair, but a bad quality razor can lead to bumps and burns. This will eventually turn into acne leaving behind scars that will make you look aged. So take precautions for the same and only opt for high-quality razors for the skin. You should shave only after the shower or while you are in the shower so your hair can get trimmed easily without any issue.

3. Opt for a right after shave

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Men sometimes skip this step totally, but in the long run, this will cause problem. Many after shave products happen to be about fragrance more than the reason why they were invented in the first place. A right aftershave should ideally soothe your skin after shaving. Instead of opting alcohol infused after shave, go for moisturisers or lotions that can make your skin feel better. They are the best ones for sensitive skin.

4. Moisturise your skin

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Moisturising is another thing you need to take care about. Believe me guys, we are way too ahead of you with this part. Just like your body needs water, even your skin needs hydration technique and moisturising your skin is the best way to do so. Doing it every day is important for men as well as it will offer you younger looking skin. Besides that, if you have a girlfriend she is about to pull your cheeks all the time. Just buy a good quality one from the market and apply it.

5. You also need a sunscreen

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If you didn’t know I am going to tell you straight up that not applying sunscreen will change your skin tone and it’s texture as well. In this scorching heat, you definitely need a sunscreen that can take care of our skin when you head out. You think this is makeup, but it’s not. This is a skin that has no gender bias and is needed for all the skin types. Sunny days can lead to skin irritation and cause redness as well. Creams that have more than 30 SPF are advised. Mix it up with a moisturiser and apply it. For men, who are outside very often, this step is recommended.

6. Do not wash your face excessively

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Even washing your face often can lead to issues. It can strip the oils and also lead to skin irritation. Do it only twice a day. If you wish to do it, do it with just normal water and not your face wash. If you are looking for the best brand of moisturisers post washing your face then Neutrogena and Nivea are your best bets.

7. Wet your skin before you start shaving

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Always keep your hair wet as this will help to soothe your skin and keep the natural oils as well. Just splash water before your do so and then you can begin shaving rightly.

8. Eat plenty of vitamin A

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Vitamin A can keep your skin firm and also aid regeneration. You can achieve this vitamin A from low-fat dairy products and also veggies like carrot, grains, and eggs.

9. Stay hydrated

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Water is really helpful to keep the skin and body hydrated. Besides that, it can keep the cell count sane as well. Having water also helps skin look younger so it is advised that you atleast have 8 glasses of water everyday or atleast try to.

I truly believe that just like us, even men don’t like to age. So take these steps into consideration before it’s too late! They will definitely work for you.