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While we recommend you see a derm to target your specific breakouts, we can certainly help you wade into the overwhelming market. Here, find the best acne treatments for every kind of spot, with expert-approved ingredients that actually put in the work. From there, the spots can develop into various types of blemishes. Some are more red and painful (like papules, pustules, cysts, and nodules), while others are much subtler mounds (like blackheads, whiteheads, and subclinical breakouts)....

Dark spots come from a variety of culprits. There’s post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that may stem from acne; there’s melasma, a genetic condition that is affected by hormonal changes; and there are sun or age spots, which come from cumulative UV damage. And all these issues need high-powered actives to really see results. Vitamins C + E + Ferulic Acid Serum, Marie Veronique ($90) Radiant Rani Brightening Facial Serum, Ranavat Botanicals ($135) Dark Spot Corrector, SkinFix Correct+ ($60) White Willow Sleep Mask & Spot Treatment, Marla Rene ($32) Dark Spot Correcting Cream, Skinergy Beauty ($54....

That said, we thought there was no better time to tap the Paris-trained icon and founder and CEO of FEKKAI Brands for his top three hair care tips—or, rather, the top three blunders that make him absolutely cringe. Below, find the most common mistakes Fekkai sees all the time and how to remedy each situation: If you do wind up with a botched dye job (it happens!), he suggests adding in some darker-toned highlights closer to your natural color; this will contrast the hair and soften up the look, he notes....

While there are plenty of crystal skeptics out there, I’m someone who believes in these relics of the earth that have been used for centuries. (Fun fact: Roman warriors carried hematite in battle for physical protection, and ancient royal tombs are layered with lapis lazuli for protection in the afterlife.) Here are six of my favorite crystals to call on for protection from unwanted energies. Read on to learn a little bit more about each one, what it’s good for, and how to use it....

Those same tools that you used to have to wait for a coveted facial appointment for are available in hand-held devices you can use weekly. And with purported benefits like lifting, toning, and fine line reduction, any skin care devotee’s interest would understandably be piqued. But be warned: These pro-worthy tools come with a price tag to match. Any skin care item that will cost you hundreds of dollars is likely a serious investment for most folks, and you rightfully will want to pick one that is easy to use and safe and that will give you visible results....

The stages of a breakup aren’t unlike the stages of grief, requiring both people to move through phases like denial, anger, and eventually acceptance. Here’s what to expect when working through a breakup, plus how long it can really take, according to relationship experts. For that person, there may have been a period of time when they were deliberating their decision and trying to figure out what they wanted to do....

While the autumn and winter months bring cuddly weather and quiet, cozy nights at home, there’s also a downside. Shorter days mean less sunlight, which causes some people to struggle with low mood or seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Roughly 6% of the U.S. population is affected by SAD, while at least another 14% of adults in the U.S. deal with a lesser form of seasonal moodiness known as the winter blues....

With all the higher-end mattresses out there, it can be difficult to decide which brands are worth the price tag. To help save you time and make sure your investment in your new mattress is an investment in your health, comfort, and longevity, we’ve rounded up the best luxury mattresses available today. Each design has different materials and benefits, so there’s something to satisfy every sleeping position and preference. Before we get into our picks, let’s learn what science and experts have to say about how the right mattress can support your health....

To break it down: “You want to look for a lightweight, low-drop heel height, breathable materials, wide toe box stable shoe that has a flex point where your toes bend,” says Greene.

Oils can be especially helpful during Thanksgiving and the days leading up to it; their relaxing, soothing properties can help you keep calm and carry on through last-minute errands and family reunions. Whether you’re the one hosting or traveling this holiday season, here are some of our all-time favorite essential routines to lean on every step of the way. While essential oils can’t do much in the way of curing your food hangover (or other kind of hangover), they can help ease your digestion and give you a quick burst of energy....

Alternately, kuzu root can be found in herbal teas. Widely marketed as kakkon, this herbal tea frequently contains a variety of other herbs (typically ginger, licorice and cinnamon) that can be combined to target a variety of ailments. What’s more, kuzu is most often utilized for its ability to help balance the acidity of sweets, and is commonly an ingredient in desserts such as puddings, pies, icing, and atop a variety of cakes....

Despite having benefits for our aging mind (Note the play on words here: It technically stands for the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay, but the health benefits are brain-heavy), it’s not only limited to the aging population. The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional cuisine in the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea (it’s frequently recommended by doctors, medical institutions and hospitals, and it was even voted No. 1 best diet for overall health according to U....

Short answer: Yes—to an extent. Here, experts share advice on how we can learn more about our unique stress responses so we can start to take steps to change them. The amount of each hormone that is released and how quickly the body then clears it depends on your genetics, environment, and health. “Genetics give the body a general outline as to how to operate,” McLarry explains. “One’s health and surroundings also play a role in how stress is both perceived and tolerated....

Tell me if this sounds familiar: Should I buy organic? What’s the difference between cage-free and pasture-raised? Does it mean anything if the eggs are brown instead of white? What’s up with omega-3 eggs? Enough was enough. I dug into the “what” and the “wtf” so you don’t have to. I hope this saves you the time and stress it’s saved me! I’m often asked how many egg yolks are OK to have per week....

Recently, beauty fans have been hollering the phrase “U-shaped haircut” all over social media, and they swear it makes your strands look instantly fuller. Fact or fiction? Below, we tapped top stylists on the buzzy, bouncy style. While adding layers can help create that fluffy bounce, you don’t have to necessarily shear off any inches: “It can also be one length while the perimeter or ‘outline’ of the haircut resembles a U,” notes celebrity hairstylist Sunnie Brook....

But what exactly is waterless shampoo, and how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know about this wash and how you can incorporate it into your hair care routine. You may want to replace those shampoo bars, stat. While water footprint is at its core, this brand (and many other natural-leaning brands, for that matter) has taken the product development process into account as well. OWA saves energy and plastic production by creating their waterless formula—the powder makes it incredibly lightweight, meaning less electricity and fuel used to distribute the shampoo as well....

As integrative and functional medicine gain popularity, and as we learn more about the downside of traditional antibiotics—like overprescription and the rise of antibiotic resistance—patients are asking more and more about natural antibiotic therapy, so let’s dive in. It’s important to know that these natural antibiotics have limitations and aren’t always the right solution. As with any infection, it’s highly important to talk to your physician and never self-diagnose and treat yourself....

Why? It’s the question that haunts us when a loved one dies by suicide or makes a suicide attempt. Sometimes, it seems like there are no warning signs, and people feel blindsided. And for the individuals who are in pain and have thoughts about ending their life, it’s the unanswerable question. Why can’t I stop thinking this way? Why can’t I find a way out of the pain? Suicide is highly complex, and there is no single or simple answer as to why some people become ensnared in suicidal thoughts and behaviors....

Not only are sex dreams totally normal, but they can also carry valuable information, according to dream interpreter Lauri Loewenberg. Here, we’re rolling through the types of sex dreams people often have, what they could mean, and how to stop having them (only if you want to, of course). In the case of sex dreams, she explains, “The main thing to keep in mind when trying to figure out your sex dream is they’re rarely about a physical union you want but more about a psychological union....

What does it mean to have coarse hair, how can you tell, and what can you do to tend to the strand’s needs? Our explainer. Coarse hair is also often dry (see: the misunderstanding above). “It has the tendency to need extra moisture and also loses moisture quickly, while the ends dry and split much easier than other hair types,” he says. Logically, this makes sense. If your hair strand has a wider width, it will require more oils to keep it conditioned—perhaps more oils than your scalp can naturally produce....