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The dreaded summer is here. The harsh sun results in bad hair with excessive dirt and grime. Don’t give up on oiling thinking it’s the hot season. Instead, change your oil arsenal. Here are the top picks... Avocado Oil For: Flaky, brittle, damaged hair Avocado oil is light, smooth and contains many nutrients such vitamins A, B, D, E, iron, amino acids and folic acid, all of which are beneficial for hair growth. It’s a great summer pick for its moisture adding and locking capacities. It acts as a natural SPF and conditions and strengthens the hair. Coconut Oil For: All hair types Coconut oil has been widely used in India. So what works in its favour? It’s a multi-purpose oil, which suits all hair types. It boosts hair growth, helps you get rid of dandruff and dry scalp, provides nutrition and gives a shiny sheen to the hair. If you are looking to condition your hair till the tips, then this can be your best bet. Jojoba Oil For: Dry and

When you’re a beginner at the gym, your fellow gym-goers can fool you into thinking that if you’re not sweating it out, you’re not gymming. While many can start hyperventilating right on the first day, others remain confused for at least a week. We got in touch with Jinni Sheikh, a competitive athlete and fitness blogger, who gave us five basic exercises you can begin your gym journey with! How to do these exercises? 1. Squats : Stand with hip distance apart. Extend your hands forward. Now, bend your knees and while going down, remember to keep your hips parallel to the floor. Maintain a straight back while coming up and going down. 2. Lunges : Stand straight with hip distance apart. You can hold weights while doing this exercise. If you do not have weights, you can opt for one litre water bottles to feel the burn. Take your right leg forward and bend your left leg as well. Do not keep your knees on the floor. Repeat the same with your left leg. 3