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If you are always on the hunt for the ideal brow product, look no further. These nine are not only loaded with good-for-hair-and-skin ingredients, but they put in the work. Instant Brow Fix Semi Permanent Eyebrow Gel, Thrive Causemetics ($24) Brow Butter, Saie ($18) Expressionist Brow Gel, W3LL People ($14.99) Brow Pomade, Luv & Co., ($27) Brilliant Brow Gel, BeautyCounter ($24) Essential Brow Gel, Ilia Beauty ($26) Kush Clear Brow Gel, Milk ($20) Phyto-Pigments Brow Envy Gel, Juice Beauty ($22) Aloe Gel Lash & Mascara, Ere Perez ($24)

With most forms of emotional abuse, the victim is left feeling powerless, worthless, and broken inside. These wounds don’t leave visible scars, although they’re just as painful as any physical injury. We pick up the pieces and put our lives back together as best we can. And sometimes, the best we can do is patchwork. We go back to our daily existence thinking everything is fine — but something still seems different....

According to tarot expert and creator of The Wild Unknown Tarot Kim Krans, the Empress contains a mysterious power and magnetism—a vitality or life force relating to the divine feminine found throughout nature. “The big question for the Empress,” Krans says, “is how will the power be used? Will the Empress rule from above, looking down at those less fortunate? Or will the Empress slow down, trust, and settle into the earth, finding new ways to govern by spreading kindness and generosity throughout the realm?...

Before nailing down the gig, French’s makeup looks were a part of the Euphoria Season 1 mood board that Davy put together—not having known French at the time (thanks to social media). Once the first episode of Euphoria aired, French reached out to Davy in an effort to work on the show, when Davy realized she was a part of the inspiration in the first place. Euphoria Season 2 is filled with signature looks from French—from bold and unique eyeliner shapes to showstopping pigments and even ultra-wearable glitter lids....

The definition of “effort,” and what couples look for in long-distance relationships, is changing, though. Success isn’t necessarily keeping the fire alive in the bedroom, making sure you’re in constant communication, or even taking turns making the trek to see each other. Smartphones, social media, and apps like Skype give long-distance partners easy access to their significant other almost 24/7, so lack of communication or even intimacy (hello, Skype sex) is no longer the big barrier when it comes to making a long-distance relationship thrive....

We don’t realize that our bustling feet are tasked with a demanding job. On just an average day of walking, our feet support a force equal to several hundred tons. Across the span of our lifetime, we walk the circumference of the planet about four times—that’s approximately 115,000 miles of one foot in front of the other. So to say the least, our feet take on pretty much everything we ask of them....

Thanks to research on the gut-brain axis, scientists have found that our diet and overall gut health play a significant role in mental well-being—and a new Antioxidants narrative review breaks down exactly which foods, drinks, and nutrients have been found to prevent and manage depression and anxiety symptoms. Whole foods and nutrients like fish, coffee, tea, berries, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants (e.g., lycopene, resveratrol, selenium), and even dietary fiber have been found to play a critical role in the prevention and management of depression and anxiety....

And so, it feels like Kristin Cavallari’s new cookbook, True Comfort, couldn’t possibly have been released at a better time. This glorious book is filled with healthified comfort food, from an Apple Pecan Dutch Baby for breakfast to an Orange Olive Oil Cake for dessert. Cavallari has included tips and tricks to put together a well-stocked kitchen that will motivate and inspire us all to cook more meals at home and live a healthier lifestyle....

But sometimes, getting to our healthiest selves requires us to lose a bit of weight, and we get that. The thing is, hitting our happiest and healthiest weight isn’t often as simple as cutting out certain foods, especially if you actually want to maintain it in the long term. (Ask anyone who’s tried to drop a few pounds by following a rigid set of rules, only to gain it all back later....

A Blessingway is a time for the mother-to-be to gather with the women closest to her, toward the end of her pregnancy, and cultivate positive energy for her upcoming birth experience. It is typically a ceremony for women only, which can be led by a midwife or doula, but is also easy for friends or family of the expectant mother to plan and execute. Here are five common activities to expect during a modern day Blessingway:...

So let’s dive into the two solutions, shall we? Here’s how you should incorporate each into your skin care routine: In terms of purifying, think of toners as an extra pick-me-up for dirt, oil, and bacteria post-cleanse. “Toners can remove any last traces of dirt, makeup, or impurities stuck in our pores after washing our face,” holistic board-certified dermatologist Mamina Turegano, M.D., has told mbg. While some old-school toners fall on the more astringent side, many toners of today are nondrying, water-based formulas that gently lift residue and leave a clean canvas....

The world of plastic surgery is slowly but surely moving toward a similar goal, with less-invasive procedures, like lip fillers, gaining popularity every day. But still, not everyone wants to resort to needles for a plumper pout. Traditional “sting and burn” plumping glosses generally include ingredients such as capsaicin (an ingredient found in peppers), menthol, cinnamon, and even bee venom, dual board-certified facial plastic surgeon and founder of AIREM Modern Beauty Rituals Eunice Park, M....

No worries, though: This beloved vitamin is easy to incorporate into your routine (you can find it in a host of lip balms, lip masks, and such). Below, find out exactly what makes vitamin E oil so stellar for chapped lips. Typically, manufacturers will extract vitamin E and dilute it with a carrier oil (jojoba, argan, and the like), but you can also find straight vitamin E oils on the market—pure options are quite thick in consistency, almost gel-like....

Long days of summer sun may feel like just what the doctor ordered, but it’s easy to overdo it without proper protection. While sunshine has countless benefits for our health, it’s also important that we enjoy it responsibly—which means going all-in on sun protection. Lathering on the sunscreen can help us prevent skin cancer, discoloration, and premature wrinkles. But it’s also important to note that not all sunscreens are created equal....

So what does it mean if you were born while Mercury was in retrograde? mbg’s resident astrologists, the AstroTwins, filled us in—including how to tell where Mercury was when you were born. Plug it into their calculator, and you’ll find out whether Mercury was direct or retrograde. Here’s what both mean. But it can also come with its benefits; “Because you have to pay closer attention to words, you could find that you have a knack for writing, editing, or any sort of communication that moves with a more intuitive flow, like singing....

When said aloud, Om (or Aum) actually sounds like a three-part word. “The A represents creation, U is manifestation, and M is destruction,” explains Kumar. “It’s basically all-encompassing—the whole universe joined into a single sound. It represents the union of the mind, body, and the spirit.” Deepha Sundaram, Ph.D., assistant professor of religious studies at the University of Denver, adds, “The Om symbol represents unification within Hinduism. People think about Om as a way to bring those three parts of your self—the mind the body and the spirit—together....

If you’re curious, here’s what you should know about ruined orgasms before attempting to wreck your or someone else’s next climax. So rather than feeling a 10/10 euphoric explosion of pleasure, the sub would feel a not-so-satisfying 2/10 instead. Yay. Ruined orgasms can happen by accident, too. In fact, you might’ve actually had one in the past! “Many of us have experienced them; most of us just don’t eroticize the experience,” says sociologist and clinical sexologist Sarah Melancon, Ph....

It’s definitely bold in flavor and may take some getting used to, but if you learn how to pair it with other ingredients, the zingy bite can be quite enjoyable (more on that below). Basically, it’s a vegetable that is worth adding to your diet—plant-based or otherwise. Keep reading to learn more about watercress, what it is, why it’s good for you, and how to eat it. Watercress is often used as a salad green or garnish, and you can eat it raw or cooked....

According to Anthony Freire, LMHC, the clinical director of the Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling, there are a variety of ways in which people define bisexuality—some of which are rooted in skepticism, prejudice, and assumptions, even within the LGBTQIA+ community. There’s a common misconception that bisexual people are people who are specifically attracted to men and women only, therefore excluding nonbinary people, whereas pansexuality is inclusive of all genders....