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News18
4 days ago
- Health
- News18
5 Hair Oils That Protect Your Hair From Heat And Styling Damage
Last Updated: One of the most effective ways to restore your hair health after all damage is by opting for a good hair oil. Read on to find out about different oils and their benefits. From blow-drying and curling to colouring and tight hairstyles, our hair goes through a lot every day. While conditioners and serums help a bit, there is one age-old solution that works wonders: hair oiling. Oils can nourish your scalp, protect your strands, and reduce the damage caused by daily styling. But not all oils are the same; some just make your hair shiny for a while, while others heal and protect. Here are five powerful hair oils that do much more than just add shine. Coconut Oil Coconut oil has been used for generations, and good reason. It is rich in lauric acid, which helps reduce protein loss from your hair. This means less breakage and stronger strands. It sinks into the hair shaft better than most oils, making it perfect for people who regularly style or colour their hair. Jojoba Oil If your scalp feels itchy, flaky, or dry from constant styling, jojoba oil can help. It is very similar to the natural oils our scalp produces, so it balances oil levels and keeps your roots healthy. Amla Oil Amla oil (from Indian gooseberry) is packed with Vitamin C and has long been used in traditional Indian hair care. It strengthens your roots, encourages growth, and can even help slow down early greying. Tip: Use it once a week. Warm it slightly, massage it into your scalp, and wash it out after an hour. If the scent is strong, mix with a bit of lavender oil. Argan Oil Known as 'liquid gold,' argan oil is ideal for people who regularly use straighteners or curling tools. It is full of Vitamin E and antioxidants, which smooth your hair and control frizz without weighing it down. Sweet Almond Oil Sweet almond oil is lightweight and full of good nutrients like magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids. It is perfect for reducing breakage from tight hairstyles and gives your hair a soft, smooth finish. Tip: Apply a few drops to damp hair after washing, or mix it into your conditioner for extra smoothness. view comments First Published: July 20, 2025, 15:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Buzz Feed
7 days ago
- Business
- Buzz Feed
21 Of The Biggest "Silent Scams" Society Just Accepts
Recently, I came upon a post from Reddit user Sweet_Programmer_592 on the popular Ask Reddit page that looked kind of interesting. In it, they asked, "What's a silent scam in society that everybody just accepts?" and whew, were the answers varied. Here are some of the best: "Subscription-based EVERYTHING nowadays." "Health insurance. It's all made-up numbers. 30,000% mark-ups. But hey, you save with insurance! All you have to do is pay $250 a month plus the entire $6,000 deductible for it to even kick in..." "Health insurance and the fact that dental is separate." "Paying tax on a used car (or used anything, really)." "Taxpayer-funded research that is patented and privatized as soon as it yields results, and then is sold back to the same taxpayers that funded its development." "Shrinkflation: Companies quietly reduce product sizes but keep prices the same, so we pay more per unit without realizing it. It's accepted as normal inflation, but it's really a sneaky price hike." "Almost literally everything now. Everything that used to work, flawed or otherwise, is now a grift. Nothing functions correctly, companies don't sell or make things people want, nothing that used to work and last can work and last now because in order for the company to make more money this year than last year, they need to sell you another one." "Megachurches being tax-exempt. They're allowed to meddle in politics, help sway elections, and all kinds of other BS, but get to reap billions of dollars tax-free." "Timeshares." "Ticketing fees. When you buy tickets online, extra fees get added for things like 'processing' or a 'service fee.' Everyone just accepts them, but it's basically paying more for an automated service." "Taxpayers subsidizing ballparks and stadiums." "The cost of funeral services." "Pop-up ads. You use my bandwidth to tell me blatant lies about things I don't need." "Tipping. It's the employer's role to pay their employees fairly." "Paying to park at a place for which you also pay admission." "I'm shocked no one has said credit scores yet; the three credit monitors/clearinghouses are publicly traded, for-profit companies." "Taxes. The IRS knows what 99% of Americans owe, and annual reconciliation is a 100% scam that H&R Block lobbyists bribe Congress to maintain. Both Obama and Trump publicly wanted it reformed, but both were rejected by well-bribed Congress." "I hate that every few months or years it seems I need to call my phone provider, garbage company, cable, car insurance, and threaten to leave to get them to lower my bill, or switch to a new company to get 'new member pricing.' It's beyond annoying." "YouTube reviews and demos." "Rounding up at checkouts so that corporations can use our donations to cover the overhead of the charitable organization associated with their business, while also using those 'donations' to get themselves massive tax breaks." "Cars. Can't really be a member of modern society without one in most places, and they are extremely expensive, extremely dangerous, extremely loud, and one of the worst sources of air and water pollution." Got any "silent scam" observations of your own to share? Tell me all about it down in the comments. I want to hear it all!
Buzz Feed
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Just 34 Newer Products You'll Feel Clever For Discovering *Before* They Gain Internet Fame
Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder that'll instantly matte-ify your skin while helping it maintain its natural glow thanks to the blue hyaluronic acid. It even comes in a mess-free, travel-friendly case so you can take it on the go. I predict this one will go viral in 3...2...1. Dumpling Daughter's Spicy Sweet Soy sauce for the *perf* blend of sweetness with brown sugar, a kick of spice with red pepper, and a hint of savory with soy. It can be used for marinating, stir-frying, dripping, and even drizzling. When something tastes this good, you'll find LOTS of reasons to use it. Dumplings are great, but why not elevate a bowl of ramen or even ice cream with it? Thank me later. A Party Pupsicle interactive treat toy designed to provide ongoing entertainment for your four-legged friend when you can't! Pop it open, fill it with your preferred treat, freeze it, then give it to your pup. There are also easy-to-use refill pops that don't require any refrigeration and last up to 20 to 40 minutes per use. A rechargeable *heated* ice cream scoop you'll cry happy tears over because it means you no longer have to arm wrestle with a regular scoop to get your sweet treat fix. You'll be able to cut through your fave frozen treat with ease rather than microwaving it OR letting it sit on the counter. The handle displays the temperature too! Dae's Hair Cactus Fruit 3-In-1 Styling Cream & Taming Wand, which might as well be a magic wand because it can smooth down flyaways for a flawless hairstyle that makes everyone swoon. It has a soft built-in brush that gets dipped in a moisturizing formula of dragon fruit, prickly pear seed oil, and meadowfoam seed oil to give you that ~sleek~ look without a greasy feel. A reusable screen-cleaning brush that'll make you question how you ever cleaned the screens BEFORE this genius gadget entered your life. Now you can get rid of all the caked-on grime and bugs for good! These are the kinda results that'll have you singing, "A whoooole new world" as you look out your clean screens. Some hair tie bracelets when you only wanna wear jewelry on your wrists, which usually leaves you up the creek without a scrunchie. Not anymore! These clever hair ties deserve so much hype — they double as wrist candy so you don't have to worry about going without in the name of fashion! Medicube Turmeric Overnight Wrapping Peel Off Mask — it uses hydrolyzed collagen, vitamin C, and turmeric to help improve elasticity and even out your skin tone. Apply this K-beauty gem at night and you'll, quite literally, get your beauty rest while you sleep. Peel it off in the morning and admire your fresh new face! A combo berry basket and colander to make cleaning your fruit a breeze! Most importantly, it'll help keep everything nice and fresh so it doesn't go bad within a matter of days of buying it. You'll wish you discovered this brilliant hybrid years ago. Anua's azelaic acid serum, a new holy grail item from the makers of the reviewer-beloved Pore Control Cleansing Oil. This gentle skin soother can help combat redness, reduce blemishes, and minimize the appearance of post-acne marks and other discoloration. It also contains other ultra-hydrating and calming ingredients, like hyaluronic acid, aloe, and cica. A weekly keyboard planner so you can stay on top of your schedule and tasks without taking up a ton of space on your desk. It fits perfectly in front of your keyboard so you can jot things down quickly. Unlike other planners, it's undated so you can use it as you see fit *without* feeling the pressure to write it in every. single. day. And! It comes with a cute lil' stand for your desk. A hair identifier spray because if dermaplaning has become an essential step in your routine, this stuff is about to change the game. This soon-to-be famous spray will lower your chances of missing a spot, and reviewers even say it left their skin feeling baby smooth because it helps the razor glide across the skin more easily! A sneaky soup can safe that'll be super unassuming in your pantry — people will just think you're holding onto the '90s for dear life but in reality, you're hiding important cash or valuables inside. A curved SPF 50 Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar, which is a Korean skincare product that'll make you *excited* about the SPF step in your daily routine. This stick is contoured and covers a wide area, so it's easy to apply without any mess. It also goes on smooth and won't leave a sticky residue OR white cast behind. If you want a lightweight, semi-matte SPF that plays well with makeup, look no further. A 2-in-1 salad pod you can use to mix your greens add-ins, and dressing, but wait, you can ALSO eat directly from it! Clever much? This helps cut down on dirty dishes, and it's great for taking lunch on the go. It also comes with a leakproof integrated dressing capsule that sits snugly on top of the container to prevent spills. A strangely entrancing remote-controlled gecko that, yes, skitters across floors and climbs up walls. The remote works from 25 feet away, so it'll provide tons of entertainment while you lurk behind the corner cackling at everyone's reaction. Its glowing eyes and unexpected appearance make it the perfect prank toy if that's your thing. Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo infused with keratin and a captivating gardenia scent that'll refresh your locks so you can delay that "everything" shower for another day. It'll also be helpful in fighting frizz and breakage, which can be a real pain as the weather keeps heatin' up! Deeptalk, which is a gratitude journal full of quick but thoughtful prompts and check-ins spanning the course of three years. It's a lot less intimidating than other journals *and* it's undated, which means you can start it whenever you want. Now you'll be able to look back on how your thoughts have changed over time and be like, "That's deep." A set of under-bed storage bags *on wheels* because if you're already planning to stuff clutter under the bed, you might as well be organized about it. These are made of a sturdy fabric and a strong metal frame that'll keep your things protected from dust and moisture. You can see the contents with the clear lid and the 360-degree locking wheels make it easy to retrieve them when you need something. A wildly effective *and* fun-to-use foaming drain cleaner on the verge of becoming internet famous for all the right reasons. This stuff This will apply a powerful foam that helps get rid of grime and prevent plumbing issues without any elbow-deep dirty work. Use it to clean the drains in sinks, bathtubs, and even floor drains! A cheeky doorbell cover to let everyone know exactly how you feel about them ringing the bell at inopportune moments. Whether you just put the kiddo down for a nap or you simply don't have it in you to deal with solicitors, this will get the message across without having to open the door. A rechargeable, portable neck fan *with* an LED reading light so you can stay cool and actually see what you're doing instead of hopelessly squinting into the darkness. It has dual lights and fans with adjustable speeds, which deliver at least six hours of hands-free cooling and illumination. Just press and hold the power button to activate! Bonus: The neck has silicone support for added comfort and can be widened for a better fit. A crinkle cutter tool, aka a life-changing discovery for anyone chasing all things crinkle when it comes to their food choices. Whether it's potatoes, fruit, or veggies, this tool will turn any boring food into a delicious, crinkly masterpiece. A giant collapsible wash bin with a *drain plug* that'll not only help you conserve water while washing tons and tons of bottles, but it'll also keep everything separate from the sink bottom. Simply remove the plug from the bottom and the water will drain down the sink! It's super easy to clean, dry, and collapse for storage when you're done. Yeah, this will be taking over TikTok soon. A battery-powered bone conduction Bluetooth pillow speaker because some of us simply cannot sleep without background noise, and what better background noise than one coming from your own pillow??? Only you'll hear the sound, so it won't disturb anyone nearby. Keep listening to those ~healing frequencies~ or that one true crime podcast that oddly helps you drift off to a peaceful slumber. Solar-powered floating pool lights with different lighting modes you can toss right in the pool and set the mood for a fun night of swimming — or just lounging nearby and enjoying the ambiance. These charge by sunlight, come with a remote control, and have timer modes that'll turn 'em off automatically. A retractable remote control tether when you live in the kinda household where someone's always shouting "Where's the clicker?!" Simply attach this to any flat surface with the included adhesive and you'll never have to go on a hunt for the remote again. The tether stretches up to 7.5 feet, which makes it the perfect coffee table or end table companion! A foldable under-the-cabinet banana hanger for anyone struggling with limited counter space but also refuses to give up their morning fruit. Pull it down when you have a new bunch of bananas to store and fold it out of the way when it's not in use! But tbh, this thing is so cool, I'm sure you'll find many uses for it. Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder that reviewers have started comparing to the $68 Dermalogica version, so you know it's gotta be good. This gentle foaming powder is made with fruit enzymes, vitamin C, and rice powder to soften, brighten, and gently exfoliate. You can use it three to four times per week to help break down dead skin cells on the surface layer to reveal a smoother, more radiant complexion. Ninja's *portable* Crispi Air Fryer system because sometimes you need a do-it-all gadget that blows all the others out of the water. This system cooks your food in the container you eat it from, which means fewer dishes to clean. It also comes with snap-on, leak-proof lids so you can even take the cooked food on the go! Where has this been all your life? A nifty 2-in-1 knife and cutting board when you're on a permanent mission to wash as few dishes as possible after meal prepping — aren't we all? Whether you're whippin' up some guac or chopping some veggies to eat with hummus, now you don't have to dirty a cutting board! This scissor-esque gadget has a flat surface for you to cut against before sliding the veggies into a dish. A travel brush with a hidden compartment — is it just me, or does packing for trips seem to get more daunting with age? Having just *one* more clever trick up your sleeve can make it a bit easier! Use this brush to store your razor, hair ties, and other tiny travel-size items you need a place for. It also allows you to leave your giant, bulky hairbrush at home so you can save more room in your luggage. A pretty and functional laptop lunch tote that'll make you feel very sophisticated because it can hold both your computer *and* your meal in a secret insulated compartment. There's plenty of room inside for other stuff too so it may just become your daily go-to tote instead of juggling several bags with different purposes. Purse, ✅ laptop bag, ✅ lunch tote. ✅ A double-sided cutting board *and* defrosting board you'll feel like a genius for discovering — one side is made of food-grade stainless steel for cutting meat and the other side is made of wheat straw for prepping fruits and veggies. No need for several cutting boards *and* you'll prevent cross-contamination. You can even use the stainless steel side to thaw frozen meat faster! Bonus: It has a built-in garlic grinder on the wheat straw side.
The Citizen
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Primestars celebrates 21 years of meaningful impact across 9 provinces
A youth-development leader, Primestars marked and celebrated 21 years of turning bold ideas into national impact on June 25 at the Zone @ Rosebank's Ster Kinekor. What began as a dream to reimagine learning through turning cinemas into theatres of learning, evolved into a pioneering force in youth empowerment, with over 1.6 million learners impacted from under-resourced communities across all 9 provinces. Read more: Primestars celebrates its 21st birthday Primestars' national programmes, including: EduCate: Matric Maths and Science Revision, Career Guidance, Rethink Rands, Step Up 2A Start-Up, What About the Boys?, and The AECI Future Leaders Challenge, have redefined what youth empowerment looks like in the South African context. Martin Sweet, executive chairperson and CEO of Primestars, said: 'Legacy is not what we did yesterday; it's what we empower others to achieve tomorrow, and that tomorrow is digital, inclusive, and full of possibility.' Primestars calls on government, business, and civil society to act: To government: Make digital education a national imperative. To prioritise digital infrastructure and curriculum reform. To business: Invest not only in profit, but in purpose. To teachers: Lead the change in the classroom and beyond. To embrace technology as a tool for creativity, not competition. To the youth: Your moment is now. Own your power. Seize your role as change-makers, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Sweet noted that the country's youth were growing up in a world of artificial intelligence and automation, but far too many are still being educated for a world that no longer exists. 'This event is not only about recognising our successes but knowing that the best is yet to come. Our youth must be raised, not only to seek jobs, but to create them. The next 21 years must be about making every smartphone a startup kit, every learner a leader, and every township a hub of innovation.' Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Arsenal agree new contract to avoid free agent departure
Arsenal youngster Will Sweet has put pen to paper on his first professional contract, the club have officially confirmed. Photo via Last month, the Premier League revealed that a number of Arsenal academy players were in contract talks with the club, with their deals officially set to expire at the end of June. Advertisement One of those listed was Will Sweet, but the good news is that player and club have now reached a successful resolution to extension negotiations. Arsenal have confirmed that Sweet has agreed his first professional contract, signing on with the club he's played for since the age of five. Photo via Sweet on Instagram Sweet captained the Arsenal u18s on a number of occasions in 2024/25, but he also spent time stepping up to the u21s. By the end of the season, that was where he was playing most of his football, starting nine of the final 10 games of the Gunners' Premier League 2 campaign. The 18-year-old's performances over the last couple of years have received recognition internationally, with the Wales u19s giving him his debut in 2024. He's now made five appearances for the side. Photo via Sweet on Instagram 'I feel quite honoured to be at this football club,' Sweet said. 'It's been a long time that I've been at the club so I feel like it's more of a family in the club at this point and I feel really united with the boys and hopefully I can push on this season. Advertisement 'Obviously getting to play at the Emirates for the first time (in the FA Youth Cup in February), that was quite a surreal moment for me. 'I've been coming to the Emirates for a long time, watching the first team, so getting to play on the same pitch as them is quite surreal and quite unbelievable, to be honest. 'I want to be where they are so just looking at what they do day in day out, just trying to better them really and hopefully I can be where they are soon.'
