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With summer finally here, it’s likely your diary is getting booked up with beach trips and days out to the local lido. But, with all those bikini-focussed plans, what will happen when you’re on your period? Can going in water actually stop your period flow? It’s a question many of us will have found ourselves asking at one point or another, often after getting stressed about putting on a swimsuit while menstruating. But, going for a swim whilst bleeding needn’t be the BIG! SCARY! DEAL! we’ve been lead to believe it is. However, that’s not to say there aren’t precautions…

Nothing ruins the mood like a bad case of stomach pain after sex. Sure, writhing around in bed is all fun and games when you’re writhing in pleasure. But writhing in pain? No thanks. Plus, orgasms are just as much mental as they are physical: If you’re distracted by stomach pain or the anticipation of it, you’re gonna have a harder time reaching orgasm. And we can’t have that, now can we?! Turns out, there are loads of possible culprits for your post-sex stomach woes, from vaginal dryness to straight-up constipation. And many of them, like period cramps or an…

Summer brings along with it a host of skin troubles as often individuals with dry skin tend to experience increased dryness and those with oily skin type find that the sebum production of their skin gets aggravated and becomes challenging to manage. The rise in heat and humidity can lead to acne flare ups and sunburns, uneven skin tone, and heat rashes also become a common occurrence due to excessive sun exposure. While it is imperative to keep your skin hydrated, irrespective of its type, you can opt for lighter, gel-based formulas instead to meet your moisturising needs. Plus, adding…

The Supreme Court of the United States officially overturned Roe v. Wade today, the nearly 50-year-old case that protected a person’s right to choose to have an abortion. Essentially, this new decision removes Roe v. Wade as the rule of the land and now allows US states to individually set their own laws for the medical procedure. The high court also overruled Planned Parenthood v. Casey. “The Constitution does not confer a right to abortion. Roe and Casey are overruled, and the authority to regulate abortion is returned to the people and their elected representatives,” read the Court’s opinion. The final ruling was 6-3. The ruling…

Let’s just start by being honest… There is absolutely no doubt that we as a culture and a society are inherently biased and discriminatory. Perhaps, there is no part of this planet existent where you can escape the politics of appearance. So, if your appearance influences so many aspects of your life, including even how you are perceived and treated at times, being diagnosed with vitiligo can seem harsh and unfair. As stated by US-based database provider, The National Center for Biotechnology Information, the prevalence of vitiligo in India has been invariably reported between 0.25% and 4%. According to celebrity…

Keeping your skin oil-free during summers can be an uphill task but can be tackled with the help of a skincare regimen especially dedicated to managing the sebum balance at every step. From using an apt cleanser to using the right kind of skin gel or serum for maintaining skin’s hydration level, one must ensure that no product worsens the condition of your oily skin. Sebum—a greasy fluid produced by the sebaceous gland—in combination with lipids forms a protective layer over the skin and aids in keeping it hydrated. It is skin’s way of naturally maintaining its overall health, but…

Due to daily wear and tear, like washing your hands often, harsh weather conditions, dietary deficiencies (of calcium, iron, or fatty acids), or using sanitisers that contain high levels of alcohol, your nails and cuticles get dehydrated. Nails turn fragile and brittle, while your cuticles harden and look unkempt. Getting manicures and pedicures regular might just serve as a quick fix but not be the long-term solution you desire for maintaining their overall health. To ensure you have well-groom hands and feet, a quick oil massage from time to time can be extremely beneficial. Nail and cuticle oils work wonders…

First things first, adopting clean beauty is definitely the way to go if we truly care about sustainability and love our planet. Using products that are made using only natural, plant-based (vegan), and safe ingredients is imperative today than ever before, as preserving our planet is of utmost importance now as compared to any other time in history. Vegan beauty products are more eco-friendly, as they have a lesser carbon footprint and so are locally made products, which have been created using locally sourced ingredients and have not been shipped from countries far and wide. The haircare industry too is…

The US Supreme Court officially overruled Roe v. Wade today, the landmark case that made abortions a constitutional right. The court also overturned Planned Parenthood v. Casey. Now, abortions are no longer protected by the Constitution and individual states are able to decide for themselves how they want to grant access to abortion, if at all. “The Constitution does not confer a right to abortion. Roe and Casey are overruled, and the authority to regulate abortion is returned to the people and their elected representatives,” read the Court’s opinion. The decision is in response to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, a case that has been four years…

If your aunt from Red China arrives rather unexpectedly, each month—perhaps, you need a period tracker’s assistance. In a bid to help women keep track of their menstrual cycle, WhatsApp has collaborated with Sirona Hygiene to introduce a period tracker chatbot that’ll offer regular updates regarding your menstrual cycle, ovulation cycle, and more. To utilise this service, one must first save Sirona Hygiene Pvt Ltd’s contact (+919718866644). Next, drop them a text saying “Hi”. After doing so, you will receive a response from the team saying, “Hi, I am Sirona’s chat assistant’, what are you looking for?”. This introductory message will be followed by two…