Baby powder is not just for babies and mummies — it can be a real lifesaver in many sticky situations. From bad foot odour to beauty ailments, this simple product can work wonders.
1. Fixing greasy hair
In our hot and humid country, greasy hair is inevitable. However, washing your hair too often can make the hair dry, brittle and unhealthy. The easy solution is to fix greasy hair at its root cause — the scalp. Sprinkling a bit of baby powder on your scalp can help soak up the excess sebum. Aim for the scalp, not the hair, or you will end up looking like your grandmother.
2. Lash extension
You can make your eyelashes thicker without investing in expensive lash lengthening products or fake lashes. Coat your lashes with mascara, and before it dries completely, apply baby powder using cotton buds. Apply another coat of mascara to cover up the whiteness.
3. Foot odour
If you suffer from bad foot odour, baby powder can be just what you need. Apply baby powder on your feet and between your toes to get rid of bad smells. The powder helps reduce moisture, which causes bacteria to spread. Another benefit is that baby powder can reduce the friction between skin and shoes, so you can also minimise the pain caused by ill-fitting or stiff shoes.
4. Perfecting your lip colour
Baby powder can prolong the life of your lipstick. You can seal the colour by dabbing a bit of baby powder after you've applied your lipstick. It is also a good way to create that ultra trendy matte look without having to invest in another lipstick.
5. Prevent chafing
Chafing thighs cannot only be annoying but also painful. Frequent runners and those with fuller thighs know too well the pain of raw, chafed skin. Baby powder can help. Apply some baby powder on the area that you often experience the chafing, and wipe it off. The sweat in that area will be absorbed by the baby powder, and when the skin is dry, chafing is less likely to occur. This trick also works for those looking for a way to deal with redness from bra straps.
Lip service
Keep your pucker smooth and moisturised this winter with Aqua+ Series Hydrating Lip Care, which helps lock in the moisture for 48 hours. Lipodermol helps seal the moisture and hydrate the lips to prevent chapping and flaking, while Shea Butter boosts the skin’s natural ability to retain moisture. Vitamin E also helps nourish the lips to keep them soft, smooth and kissable.
Playing it safe in the sun
Winter might bring a cooler breeze, but the Sun is still as bright as ever. Protect your skin from harsh UV rays with Sunplay Skin Aqua Sarafit Spray SPF50+ PA+++ sunscreen lotion in transparent spray formula. The non-greasy texture does not leave white stain on the skin, while the spray format offers convenience on the go. The fragrance-free, alcohol-free formula is suitable for all skin types.
