There you are. A kitchen-trolley retail point, with a sign that catches your eye and a presentable chap who explains product use in great detail. His sales pitch is pretty convincing and the bigger brands would learn a thing or two in terms of imparting product knowledge to salesmen.

In fact, his presentation has two modules. One for people who use toothpaste and another for those who use tooth powder. And look at the cost of bringing it to the market – all you need is one man, with a kitchen trolley and around 30 bottles of the magic potion. Hire 30 young men to comb the city and you’re done.

So, am I actually going to buy this thing and squirt it on my toothbrush? Looking at the sparkling smile the salesman gave me, this is one tough question to answer.
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Holiday mood setting in? Want to relax after a year of hard work?

Skin feeling dry? Want to cleanse and rejuvenate?

Or just feel like switching off your mobile phone and all the cares and get pampered a little?

Check out the ayurvedic massage in a semi rural setting at Radiant Retreat on Bannerghatta Road, about 6 km after the Indain institute of Management campus, opposite the country club. It is tough to miss it as there are signboards for the retreat all the way leading you to the spot. As you drive in you begin to relax already with the lush green all around and the picturesque cottages meant for those wishing to stay for an extended retreat.

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