What are the alternatives to hide my baldness?

 








Q: Hi Ishita, I am 20 and love applying make-up on certain occasions. But as I start sweating, the make-up wears out quickly. The foundation is of no good. Please suggest the right make-up products that are unaffected by sweat and stays for a longer time.
— Shabdita
A: The best way to make your foundation last longer is to use translucent powder to set the foundation in well. This works for lipsticks too. If you want it to last really long then dab little powder on the lipstick.

Q: I want to grow my hair but suffer from hairfall. Also, I have dark circles under my eyes. Please help me get rid of these problems.
— Naseera Shaikh
A: Let’s start with your hairfall. There are many reasons for it including calcium deficiency and stress. If you losing 70-100 hair strands every day, then it is normal. Now for your second problem — dark circles — tea bags is the best solution. After using it, keep them on your eyes for around 15-20 minutes. Also, mix almond oil and honey and apply it on the dark circles everyday.

Q: I have recently shifted to Mumbai. I am confused as to how to choose a salon. Please help.
— Monisha
A: The best way to choose a salon in your area is to ask your neighbours and colleagues. Always go by ‘word of mouth’. When you enter a salon look for hygiene, appearance of the staff and if they do client consultation before the service. Check their prices too. First get small services done as a trial.

Q: My hair has become very scanty and I am almost bald on the top of my head. I have shoulder length hair and sometimes use kajal on the scalp to hide the baldness. What are the alternatives to hide my baldness?
— Fatima
A: Do not worry, there are hair fibers available in powder form, in two to three shades and easily available at beauty stores and malls. You have to just comb your hair or style your hair as you do normally and sprinkle the powder on the scanty hair. Wait for a while. The powder will form into a fiber on contact with your hair and camouflage the baldness. Make sure that you choose a shade that matches the colour of your hair.