Keep reading for pro tips on how to accentuate and embrace the upturned eye shape. Jessica Richards, founder of Shen Beauty, notes that pencils are perfect for this technique. “When using a pencil, the best method is to trace the pencil through your lashes. This gives a tightline effect and smoldering finish.”
I’ve been playing my own version of this game at home, except instead of demolishing expensive electronics, I’m asking: Will it waffle? I often find myself eyeing my leftovers, wondering if they, too, are destined for the crispy-edged abyss that is my waffle iron. And surprisingly, most things waffle pretty damn nicely. Mashed potatoes? Crispy, latke-like heaven. Spaghetti? A carb-y delight. Falafel? I’m not saying I’ve improved on the centuries-old snack…but if the Egyptians had waffle irons in the 1600s, I know they would’ve preferred it this way....
The go-to solution for lingering odors is an air freshener. But, as individuals who are laser-focused on well-being, we wanted to know—how do air fresheners actually work? Sure, they kill odors, create ambience in a room, and smell wonderful, but how do they actually work? And how can we be sure they’re safe? Air sprays are the most versatile in the bunch and can be used anywhere odors are lingering in the air....
Cross-cultural connections simmer with extra spice, and there couldn’t be a better time for couples to take a baecation—or for singles to have an irrefutably hot vacation fling! Not able to get away? Find your romantic and artistic stimulation anywhere but in the usual places. Sagittarius is the sign of global expansion, cross-cultural connections, and broad-minded philosophical thinking. Step out of your echo chamber and consider a rainbow of perspectives....
Denise consulted me because she struggled with post-birth-control syndrome (PBCS) after she made the difficult decision to go off the pill. Reviewing her health history, I noticed Denise’s doctor had recently prescribed several rounds of antibiotics for a urinary-tract infection (UTI). Also, Crohn’s disease ran in her mom’s side of the family and her father’s side had a history of severe depression. As a doctor who helps women treat autoimmune disease and balance their hormones, I drew the parallel between Denise’s symptoms and her gut health....
Have you ever seen a recipe that calls for adding dried shiitake mushrooms, simmering a Parmesan cheese rind, or throwing in a few splashes of soy or Worcestershire sauce? Those are all attempts to add some umami. “Umami is a basic taste (along with sweet, sour, bitter, and salty). Its peculiar characteristic is that it is long-lingering, mouth-filling, and leads to both appetite and satiety,” he says. “It is prominent in fermented food (soy sauce, miso, fish sauce, mature cheeses), cured ham, and a range of marine products (fish, shellfish, cephalopods, certain seaweeds)....
It’s here in this relationship purgatory that you need to decide whether or not you want to repair and reawaken the relationship, or if you want to let it go. “If you are falling out of love, you may feel a sense of strain and effort in daily interactions with your partner as your internal feelings and external life become increasingly incongruent,” she tells mindbodygreen. “As a result, you may find yourself feeling more comfortable apart than you feel together—more authentic and able to be in a state of flow....
Thankfully, research has also found that simply taking a multivitamin each day can directly help fill in these nutrient gaps2.* And thus, the mighty multi earns its mass praise. So what gives? It’s true that feeling uneasy after taking a multi is a common issue (especially if you pop it on an empty stomach), but, luckily for us all, there’s an easy fix. While taking your multi in the a....
When mixing up your own vinegar-based cleaners, it’s important to never invite bleach to the party. The danger lies in the chemical reaction that happens when these two meet. Most chlorine bleach is made from sodium hypochlorite diluted in water. Vinegar gets its cleaning power from acetic acid. When sodium hypochlorite is mixed with acetic acid (or any acid, for that matter), it creates toxic chlorine gas1. If you come in contact with chlorine gas, it can severely damage the lungs and cause chemical burns, shortness of breath, and vomiting....
Most of us fall into one of four chronotypes: lions, bears, wolves, and dolphins. We all know people who are bright-eyed and bushy-tailed in the morning, and they tend to be your lions and bears. Wolves and dolphins, on the other hand, tend to have more energy later in the day. Understanding your chronotype and its needs can help you structure your day in a way that works for your body....
I cannot stress the importance of having a healthy gut more; as I said earlier, research is showing us just how much these various gut problems can affect your health. In fact, studies have linked poor gut health to a multitude of conditions1, including: Even certain over-the-counter medications such as NSAIDs like ibuprofen can affect your gut health. These drugs work to relieve pain by blocking the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase, which also inhibits it from doing its important job of protecting your stomach from the corrosive effects of its acid, causing an increase in intestinal inflammation and permeability....
After all, it can be pretty aggravating to swipe on a “hypoallergenic” mascara, only to find it quite itchy on the eyes. That’s because “hypoallergenic” isn’t technically regulated by the FDA, the same way it doesn’t regulate the use of “organic.” Essentially, hypoallergenic and artificial-fragrance-free follow the same beat. That’s why board-certified dermatologist Hadley King, M.D., says to look for “fragrance-free” on the label, in addition to the overarching hypoallergenic....
There’s something about that je ne sais quoi that goes beyond “stop trying,” of course. So we rounded up our all-time best wellness content from French women and saw one foundational truth: lLiving like the French doesn’t happen until you start seriously paring down. If you’re anything like us and aspire to take a page out of the proverbial Parisian book, here are 10 excellent tips that will have you feeling beautiful, chic, and effortlessly at-ease in no time: —Emilie Durand, a French woman on what she eats in a day —Mathilde Thomas, founder of skin-care brand Caudelie, on French versus American approaches to beauty My husband and I did the very same thing—one day in Paris we actually walked over 40,000 steps....
After a rough couple of months dealing with grown-up issues – job security, family obligations, internal health, and finances – everything got a bit too exasperating for me. I am left in desperate need of a reboot. We take everything so seriously. We lead and plan our lives by shouldering the weight of the world. We let everything be our “problem” to solve. We sacrifice our time and energy (precious resources) for someone else’s riches and leave little room to nourish our own needs....
Not only are they formulated with nourishing, good-for-skin ingredients, but the lippies are just as showstopping as their traditional counterparts. We should note: The products below all have naturally derived and clean ingredients—for example, fruit pigments to create a rich color payoff as opposed to artificial dyes—but they aren’t necessarily 100% organic. They are, however, 100% worth a buy. Check out our lipstick picks, and find your shade of shimmery coral, intense crimson, or vampy oxblood—we simply adore them all....
To help keep the conversation flowing, here are a few ideas for what to talk about during this first encounter. When you first arrive on the date, try starting with a little bit of casual conversation drawing from the context you’re in. For example, if your date picked the restaurant you’re at, ask her if she’s been here before, how she discovered the place, and what she likes about it....
There are many styles of meditation that offer different ways to redirect your focus and attention. There’s not one universally accepted “best” type; it’s about finding what works for you. Here are 12 key types of meditation to start exploring: Whichever meditation style you choose, doing it regularly will lead to the best results. Try a technique every day for 10 days and see how you feel at the end....
While their popularity may seem excessive to some (present company excluded), this green fruit actually merits the spotlight. “Avocados are truly packed with nutrition, and there are so many reasons to love them,” says dietitian Maggie Moon, M.S., R.D., author of The MIND Diet. “The top reason I recommend them is the way they support brain performance.” “Avocados are also a great source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which help lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and raise “good” HDL cholesterol,” says Jessica Cording, M....
By nature, many of the recipes on this list are vegan, and a few are gluten-free, keto-friendly, or even free of refined sugars. Here are some of our favorite dairy-free desserts. Get the full recipe here. Get the full recipe here. Get the full recipe here. Get the full recipe here. Get the full recipe here. Get the full recipe here. Get the full recipe here. Get the full recipe here....
She notes that gaslighting can be small or it can be extensive; however, “whether small or large, there can be a snowball effect where it impacts your sense of judgment, daily life decisions, and negotiations.” And even when it’s unintentional, it’s still damaging. As therapist Aki Rosenberg, LMFT, previously told mbg, “Gaslighting at its core is always about self-preservation and the maintenance of power/control—namely, the power/control to construct a narrative that keeps the gaslighter in the ‘right’ and their partner in the ‘wrong....
