How drinking water helps reduce dark circles

It is said that drinking plenty of water helps reduce dark circles and puffiness around the eyes. But what actually are the reasons and the connection behind it? Puffy eyes could be due to a number of factors — ageing skin, drinking too much alcohol, smoking, stress, bad eating habits etc.

How drinking water helps reduce dark circles Water helps flush out the toxins from your system and thereby reducing the amount of salt concentration in and around the eye area. If you've been eating salty food lately, chances are you will wake up in the morning with puffy eyes.

Flushes out toxins from your body: If you have been drinking too often, you will notice that the area around your eyes is puffy when you wake up the next morning. So, instead of taking medicines, drink lots and lots of water (preferably lukewarm water) so that it can flush out the toxins from your system, thereby clearing your face.

Makes your skin glow: Apart from taking care of puffy eyes, drinking plenty of water actually cleanses your system and thereby makes your skin glow. It washes away and removes acid and other toxins from your body and brings a natural glow on your face.

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Getting militant about fashion

Camouflage and army prints — celebs are handpicking distinctive fashion pieces to make a military-inspired style statement

There's no denying that camouflage made it to the list of the hottest new trends this year. That's quite a turnaround for a style that was once deemed rough and tough, outdoorsy fad. It has undergone a massive makeover with the print now available in a variety of chic colours, interesting designs, and metal hues. As the Second World War completes a hundred years this year, a lot of designers have taken an even bigger liking to military prints and camo trends as they are incorporating them both on and off the runway. We give you a rundown of a few interesting ways you can integrate this look in your attire and make it look both chic and stylish.

Camo shorts
More popular among boys than girls, military print shorts are a hot favourite when it comes to comfort wear. Low maintenance, it is an interesting way of being stylish, yet keeping it simple. A lot of actors have also been spotted wearing camo prints off the red carpet.

Camouflage jackets
Camo jackets are a must-have in your wardrobe. What was essentially regarded as a battlefield wear has now moved on to both the streets and the runways. While a lot of celebs are sporting this look, one must avoid wearing it with slacks or leggings depending on your body structure. It's a safe wear and one can't go wrong with it.

Camo shirt dresses
There's plenty of army prints available all over the markets, but with interesting twists. A camo print shirtdress can work well both as a casua,l yet chic outfit which translates well into something more stylish. The trick is to team up the dress with the right kind of shoes. Team it with a belt and heels or wedges, depending on your comfort level and you can make a simple look glamourous, or tone it down by wearing a simple pair of flats.

Camouflage pants
Classic camouflage was restricted to pants and leggings, but if you love fashion and its many variations, you must've noticed it going through a transition of its own. Now available in several different shades and hues, if you like experimenting with style and prints, you should add a classic pair of camouflage print pants to your wardrobe.