ICynosure: November 2017

Today, there are hardly any natural products available in the market and scary as it is these include baby products as well. Every time I’m out picking things for my princess, I spend endless minutes going through the ingredient list; to ensure I get the one product that is in the least bit toxic. But this is without much success. As a ninja mom, I’m committed to using natural products for my little one and all the energies I put into looking for them has yielded some good results. Yes, research helped me find MamaEarth … the brainchild of a couple who wanted to offer mum-baby friendly, toxin-free, ultra-awesome products to all parents.

Of course, when I read so much about a particular brand, I am skeptical at first; because chemicals are everywhere. However I threw caution to the wind and decided to try on one of the most basic product from the brand’s huge portfolio, MamaEarth's Baby Wipes … because believe it or not, only a mom knows how much mess a little one can make on a daily basis that needs to be cleaned up.

The first thing that caught my attention was that the wipes were made from one of the most sustainable bamboo fibers that are not only pH balanced, hypoallergenic and chemical free but also biodegradable and organically produced. Add to that the goodness of Almond Oil, Shea Butter, Lavender Oil, Aloe Vera extract, and the product seems to be a winner right away. Over the last few weeks that I’ve used the product, I’ve loved the fact that there has been no case of skin irritation or rashes for my little one.

Apart from the main job of cleansing, the wipes do an amazing job at nourishing and moisturizing the skin leaving it smooth and silky. Another quality that I liked about the product is the length and thickness of each wipe that enables more absorption. The wipes are made without bleach, don’t contain fragrances, parabens, or any other synthetic ingredients. Everything used to make them is natural!

Hence, I’ve decided for #PrincessHeer this is it, it doesn’t get better than MamaEarth. I’m definitely going to try other products from the brand and keep you informed about my experience with them.

Until next time,

- Heena

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Mumbai, with its terrible weather, in-commutable infrastructure, increasing pollution and unhealthy food habits takes a toll on my overall well being. Club with these factors, a full-time job and unaccountable responsibilities at home, it becomes impossible to find time for myself; and thus ‘me’ takes a backseat. The lack of time affects two most important aspect of skincare and haircare. Over the last few years, I have taken these for granted and am paying a price for my negligence.

When I realized that haircare is a long haul process, I did the next best thing I could think of…. hair treatments. However, the effects remained temporary and my hair continued to deteriorate and the last option was to go back to the old-age formulae of hair oiling and massaging. Unfortunately even with the benefits that oiling brought in, what I absolutely loathed it for the constant tugging at the roots along with the sticky after effect of the product; and thus the application was restricted to weekends or worst only when utmost necessary.

When Pantene announced its new product Pantene Pro-V Oil Replacement, I was excited for a new solution to end the hassle of oiling with a rich and creamy product, that can be used on both damp and dry hair. The product claims to be loaded with the goodness of oils that gives 2X stronger hair.

My expectations from the product were the goodness of oil with the benefits of a leave-in-conditioner. With the number of treatments that I put my hair through in the recent times, it became essential that I take steps to ensure its strength, moisture, softness and shine. After about a month of using Pantene, my experience with Pantene Pro-V Oil Replacement has been multi-dimensional with effects such as reduced frizziness, increased strength, and decreased breakage along with a protective layer all along the hair shaft. Apart from the oblivious benefits, the creamy form of the product ensured absorption into the hair while ensuring a non-greasy, non-sticky look and feel. Additionally, the massaging technique helped stimulate the blood circulation which I believe nourishes the hair and smoothens the scalp whilst being a stress buster.

Since I’ve started using Pantene Pro-V Oil Replacement, my hair has got a new lease of life; with its perfect modern day blanket solution for lifeless hair, damaged ends to even as a stress reliever. I would most definitely advocate the use of Pantene Pro-V Oil Replacement as opposed to regular oil as it enables styling without having to wash or rinse off the product; so lets say #TelKoTelLagao.

Here’s how you make the most of Pantene Pro-V Oil Replacement:

§ Rub a small amount of the product between the palms.

§ Apply the product on the hair starting from the top, along the length.

§ Style hair as usual.

§ For best results use on wet hair.

Have you used Pantene haircare products? Let me know your haircare routine in the comments below. Follow Pantene on Facebook to stay updated on the products and offers.

Until next time,
- Heena

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One of the most common types of cancer among men - “Prostate Cancer”, begins in the prostate gland. Though its progress is slow, prostate cancer cells may spread up to other areas of the body leading to various other complications.

If the detection of prostate cancer happens at an early stage, then it can be easily cured by different treatments recommended by doctors. However, prostate cancer, show no symptoms at the initial stage. It is after some stages that patients start suffering from symptoms like:

· § Difficulty in urination

· § Pain in the pelvis

· § Blood in urine

After the diagnosis, doctors decide whether a treatment is necessary for prostate cancer in old people as it grows slowly among them. Treatment of aggressive cancers can vary from surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy among others. Over the years, laparoscopic surgery has emerged as a popular treatment for prostate cancer. If you or a loved one are going through the trouble of deciding whether to get this treatment or not, it is better that you take the advice of a skilled surgeon. However, to give you a brief about this type of surgery, we have chalked out an outline of the procedure and its benefits. Read further to get a better understanding.

What is Laparoscopic Surgery?

Also known as keyhole surgery, laparoscopic surgery has a reduced incision size as compared to traditional surgery. The surgeon inserts a long flexible tube with a video camera, which is called laparoscope, through a small incision in the abdominal wall. With the help of the video camera, the surgeon then reaches the affected area and performs the surgery using specialized instruments. After surgery, the incisions are easily but carefully covered with small band-aids. Here are some of the reasons why laparoscopic surgery is best for prostate cancer. Read ahead and make the best decision.

Short Stay at Hospital

After the surgery, the patient need not stay at the hospital for an extended period of time of time. Instead, he can get discharged in a day or two, as the healing rate is faster in laparoscopic surgery.

Less Bleeding

As the surgeon performs the laparoscopic surgery through a small incision, the amount of blood loss is significantly less. This, in turn, reduces the need for transfusion of blood after the operation.

Scarcely Need Painkillers

Another benefit of laparoscopic surgery is that the patient barely needs painkillers after the surgery. This is because of the small size of the incision made during the operation. The small incision not only reduces the risk of bleeding but also reduces the pain post-surgery.

Fast Recovery

Co-connected to the above-discussed benefits, quick recovery also comes as one of the primary reasons why laparoscopic surgery is best for prostate cancer. The small surgical wound heals faster enabling the patient to return to his normal routine earlier as compared to the open surgery procedure.

Reduced Infection Rate

The smaller incision also decreases the risk of infection in the patient. Its size does not expose the internal organs to external contaminants which reduce the infection rate.

Thanks to all these advantages, Laparoscopic surgery has become one of the most preferred methods for performing many general procedures. If you or anyone close to you is looking forward to laparoscopic surgery, then it is advised that you must choose a renowned cancer hospital like Max Healthcare to get the best treatment and specialised care. Surgeons at such hospitals have the expertise and exceptional knowledge that can help patients in leading a healthy life ahead.

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