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  • Medicated vs non-medicated face wash: which one is better?

    Medicated vs non-medicated face wash: which one is better?

    Finding the perfect facewash is never easy. A million questions pop up in our head when we think about buying a facewash. Will it suit my skin type? Medicated or non-medicated? Which brand is the best? In most situations, we end up buying the one that storekeeper recommends us or the one with nicer packaging. And the results can either be a hit or a miss.

    As per our research, the most common question regarding facewashes is whether one should opt for a medicated facewash or a non-medicated one.

    If you have oily/combination and acne prone skin, “Airol-N,” a medicated facewash, is for you. It has been tried and tested. It prevents pimples and helps reduce the appearance of skin breakouts.

    In the beginning, you may feel that your skin feels dry but after a couple of weeks, you will begin to notice the difference.

    However, it is important to consult a dermatologist before you experiment with your skin because something that works for us may not work for you. We are simply sharing our experience. But if your dermatologist also suggests this then HIGH FIVE!

    Price: Rs 540

    On the other hand, non- medicated face washes are only good for cleansing. They remove the dirt from your face but they don’t play any part in reducing your pimples or scars.

    I have tried plenty of non-medicated face washes, who give out high claims. For example, using a particular face wash will give you an instant glow in just one wash. And not just glow but ‘parlour wala‘ instant glow. Matlab HOW??

    Neem face washes claim to reduce pimples but even after using them for a few weeks, I didn’t see any difference in my pimples.

    The only benefit of non-medicated facewashes is that they are cheaper compared to medicated ones.

    But as someone who has struggled with teenage acne and pimples, I believe it is important to invest in your skin. How you take care of your skin now is how it will look a few decades down the road.

    If you have tried any medicated or non-medicated face wash that has worked for your skin type, do share with us.

    DISCLAIMER: This review is not sponsored. The Current has done its own independent research for this review.

  • VIDEO: Delhi woman called out for asking men to rape girls wearing clothes of their choice

    VIDEO: Delhi woman called out for asking men to rape girls wearing clothes of their choice

    A group of young women from New Delhi claimed that a middle-aged woman asked men at a restaurant to rape them because one of them was wearing a short skirt, following which they confronted her in a mall.

    The confrontation was captured in a video which went viral on social media. It shows the group of girls cornering the older woman and threatening to make her “viral” if she did not apologise.

    Shivani Gupta who recorded and shared the video, wrote on Facebook, “This middle-aged woman you’ll see in the video addressed seven men at the restaurant to rape us because she felt we deserved it for wearing short clothes and bashing her unsolicited opinion.”

    The woman allegedly asked seven men at the resteraunt to “rape” the younger women because of their choice of clothes. Following this, the group of girls followed the woman to a shopping centre where they insisted that she apologise. An argument ensued and the younger women threatened to take the case to the police. However, according to Indian media, Gurgaon Police is yet to receive a complaint.

    The middle-aged woman, whose identity has not yet been revealed, refuses to apologise and tries to walk away but the girls refuse to let her go.

    After about eight minutes of being followed and taunted, the woman spoke up.

    “Hello guys, these ladies want to wear short to short dress to encourage all to see them. Theek hai? Wow, very good. All the ladies wear short dress or be naked to (be) raped.”

    She continued, “Hi all, if you are the parents, please control the girls.”

    The girls in the video then started mocking the woman for her accent following which she lost her cool and started speaking loudly.

    The video has been viewed over a million times and people have lauded the women for taking action against the shaming.

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  • Instagram is ready to roll out a test that hides “Like” counts

    Instagram is ready to roll out a test that hides “Like” counts

    Would we feel less envious and competitive if Instagram didn’t tell us how many Likes a post received? That’s the idea behind Instagram now hiding Like counts. Only the person who posted a photo will be able to see the number of likes it received. Instagram is not testing this at the moment but it will start doing this with users in Canada next week. It is not clear if Instagram plans to test this out in other places. But if it leads to more positive effects on the app, it wouldn’t be surprising to see an expansion of it.

    Instagram critics have pointed to it as one aspect that contributes to the negative effects on mental health. Like counts can be a source of social pressure, particularly for younger users. hiding likes count could potentially make Instagram a little healthier.

  • The Current’s Summer Styles

    The Current’s Summer Styles

    Summer is here and so is our lookbook.

    The BIG Takeaway: Pastels, Pastels and more Pastels. Take a look:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7UjVqfQtMY

    Here are the tips to buy best kapra for summer pants:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSddNzxM5m8

  • Met Office predicts Ramzan moon sighting in Pakistan

    Met Office predicts Ramzan moon sighting in Pakistan

    Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that the Ramzan moon will be sighted in Pakistan on the evening of May 6.

    “The new moon of Ramzan, 1440 AH, will be born at 3:45 Pakistan Standard Time (PST) on May 5,” a statement issued by the Met Office said, adding that the holy month is expected to begin on May 7.

    According to the astronomical parameters, there is no chance of sighting of the new moon on the evening of May 5 as “it will be 15 hours and 18 minutes old by sunset and only seven degrees above the horizon”.

    Saudi Arabia and Middle Eastern countries, however, will be able to see the moon on May 5 and observe the first of the holy month on May 6.

  • List of ‘easiest to hack’ passwords

    List of ‘easiest to hack’ passwords

    Do you think you are safe over the web? Well, hackers are out there to steal your private data and that’s not much of a problem for them as most people use easy-to-remember words as their passwords.

    According to a survey by the United Kingdom (UK) National Cyber Security Centre, here are the “10 easiest passwords to hack”:

    1. 123456

    2. 123456789

    3. qwerty

    4. password

    5. 111111

    6. 12345678

    7. abc123

    8. 1234567

    9. password1

    10. 12345

    The National Cyber Security Centre has said it is better to avoid generic words such as “iloveyou”, which just missed the top 10 most common list, and opt for “random but memorable” terms to reduce the risk of being hacked.

  • Want to buy a washing machine?

    Want to buy a washing machine?

    Looking to buy a washing machine? Which one is the most popular in Pakistan? We compare two brands that are the most popular in your city.

    According to our research, Samsung, LG, and Toshiba are also very popular but according to salespeople at local stores, these two are the ones most commonly bought

    Haier Rs 31,000 – 92,000 LG Rs 52,000 – 99,000
    Capacity: 7kg – 35kg. (36 items of clothing – 180 items of clothing) Capacity : 6kg – 19 kg (31 items of clothing – 96 items of clothing)
    Service Centres: Four in Karachi and three in Lahore Service Centres: One in Karachi and one in Lahore
    Pro: Easy to use  Pro: Advanced functions
    Con: Lid may get loose Con : Only two service centres

    Samsung is also a very good option but it’s expensive.

    DISCLAIMER: This review is not sponsored. The Current has done its own independent research for this review.

  • The Current’s Selfie Guide

    The Current’s Selfie Guide

    We all love taking selfies, don’t we? But your once-in-a-lifetime farewell moment has to look super hot. When you’re all dolled up, making goodbye memories, master your selfie pose with The Current’s selfie guide.

    SMILE:

    Always tilt your head a little to the side. Practice in the mirror and figure out your best side. Everyone has one and we’ve actually had female politicians tell us not to photograph them from a certain angle. So trust us when we say, know your best angle and SMILE. Because you’ll look young and happy. Not too big though and try sticking your tongue lightly to the roof of your mouth. Gives your smile a little softness. REMEMBER: You want to be Deepika at her wedding, not Priyanka.

    POUT:

    If you’re going to pout, you better do it right. Otherwise your school title will be Duck Face and no one wants that. So to master the perfect pout, make sure you use lip liner when you put your lipstick on. It will define your lips and also give it a nice, rosy shape. For a natural pout, you need to put slight pressure on the edges of your nose. Push your nose down slightly, tilt your head to a side angle, and do a small pout. That’s the only way to go.

    THE CAMERA:

    Can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Invest in a phone with a good camera (preferably ones with a portrait mode since they look soo professional). But if your phone sucks, you can get a good selfie out of it. How? Always take your selfie from a higher angle than your face. It makes you look thinner than if you do at eye level or below. And if you’re taking a selfie with friends, DO NOT EVER take the selfie yourself. The person taking selfie will always look the worst so its better them than you.

  • Five outfits to wear to your farewell

    Five outfits to wear to your farewell

    Can’t decide what to wear to the biggest night of the year? Don’t worry, we got you sorted. While the sari is everyone’s go-to attire for the event, if you’re not a sari girl, we’ve got other options that will make you look like a diva.

    A plain sari

    Nothing looks more understated and elegant than a plain sari in a bright, attractive colour. Dress it up with makeup and accessories and you’re good to go.

    Sadaf Kanwal in Zaheer Abbas

    Kaaftan

    The kaftan is a fuss-free attire which is perfect for the summers considering how breezy they are. Let’s not forget how glam and ethereal this looks.

    Amna Chaudhry

    Pantsuits

    If long, flowy outfits are not your thing, you can opt for a pantsuit, which gives a powerful, confident vibe. Either pair plain trousers and a coat with a lace shirt for a feminine touch or statement pants and a blingy jacket for a more glamorous look.

    Mahira Khan in Elan, Ayesha Omar wears Sania Maskatiya pants and Zara Jacket

    Sari pant

    Add a twist to your outfit by opting for a sari pant.

    Mahira in Studio S Designs

    If bling is your thing, you can wear an embellished blouse with a plain sari to strike a balance and not look overdone.

    Natasha Kamal

    Now that we have plenty of fashion inspo, the next step is getting the clothes made. You can either opt to go to the designer directly and get your outfit made, or you can make it from scratch with the help of your darzi. There are plenty of places where you can get the material from at affordable prices.

    In Karachi, Aashiana Centre is your best bet, while in Lahore head over to Lahore Centre or Liberty. Islamabad has limited places, but Satellite Town in Pindi has some great kapra stores. And don’t worry ladies. Tailors are now almost as good as the real thing. Show them a sample of what you want, and they’ll have your back.

    Need help finding a good tailor in your city? Message us and we’ll help you find one. Have a beautiful looking night.

  • The Current’s Makeup Guide

    The Current’s Makeup Guide

    Is your farewell right around the corner? Confused if you should do your makeup yourself or head to the salon to get it done? This makeup guide is just for you. Watch makeup artist Ammara Salman give an easy tutorial to do any makeup look you prefer.

    Light Makeup Look:

    If you’re someone who doesn’t like to experiment much and prefer a no-makeup look, this tutorial is for you. (You’ll also be shocked to see where the makeup products are from. We adore this look).

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XP8TWik7QAI

    Heavy Makeup Look:

    Getting ready for a fancy farewell isn’t just about the dress and the hair. Your makeup should also be on point. For all the makeup queens, we have this heavy makeup look with all the tips you need to have the perfect glam and not look overdone.

    https://youtu.be/k27qyMYYDII