An Esthetician Asked This Shopper “What She Was Doing” Because Her Skin Had Transformed—It’s This French Drugstore Serum

Avene RetrinAL Advanced Correcting Serum is filled with skin health-boosting ingredients derms lovehere’s what to know. The moment you know youredefinitelydoing something right in your skin-care routine. The best part about bakuchiol? Pre-tocopheryl Then theres pre-tocopheryl. pre-tocopheryl is a photostable predecessor/precursor to vitamin E, saysDr. It is a commanding antioxidant that guards cells from UV damage and free radicals. … In that way, its an ingredient that further helps to combat hyperpigmentation....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Ashley Huffman

An Esthetician Says This One-and-Done Serum Is So Moisturizing, You Can Skip Your Day Cream Altogether

Even on the days whenits sweating and arguably dewier, trust meits thirsty. Everyone should have theSkinCeuticals B5 Hydrating Gelfor a little boost, says Wilson. Its my summertime favorite. Even in the summer. Its sleek texture instantly nourishes the skin and lasts long after you put it on. In the winter, Ill wear a cream, she said. esthetician at the Salt Spa at The Reeds in Stone Harbor, New Jersey But I can put [the B5 gel] on and feel good, even in the summer....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Melissa Rubio

An Exhaustive List of What *Not* To Do on a Full Moon—And What To Do Instead, According to Astrologers

From there, the moon wanes or appears to shrink until its a new moon once more. However, full moon phases tend to receive a lot of importance because it is a time of culmination. This energetic distinction means that full moons are better suited for certain practices and behaviors than others. What not to do on a full moon, according to astrologers 1. Seek new beginnings A full moon isnt the time to set something new in motion....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Nathaniel Howard

An Extra 5 Minutes of Exercise Per Day May Lower Blood Pressure, New Study Suggests

New research suggests five extra minutes of exercise could improve your heart health and lower blood pressure. Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts. Elliptical vs Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Right For You? Does Rowing Count as Strength Training? Heres What Experts Had to Say Theres no question everyones days are jam-packed. But anew studypublished inCirculationsuggests that just five extra minutes of exercise each day can helplower blood pressure....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 152 words · Jesse Jones

An Infectious Disease Doctor’s Verdict on Swimming Pool Safety During COVID-19

An infectious disease specialist shares what you should know about COVID-19 swimming pool safety. Plus, backyard inflatable pools to buy. And if poolsareopen, guidelines may differ. And if so, whats the safest way to dive in? These are all risk factors that increase the chance of spreading the virus poolside. Plus, the watermelon theme is super cute. infectious disease physician, chief medical officer at Osmosis, former intelligence officer at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Ian Williams

An Inside Look at How Much $50 Gets You at Misfits Market, the Money-Saving Grocery Delivery Service That’s Fighting Food Waste

Misfits Market is another great option for saving money and time when it comes to groceries. But is it worth it? So…what exactly can you do about it? Smarting from my last grocery store receipt, I decided to try out Misfits Market myself. Heres how it went. it’s possible for you to browse through each section, and add items to your cart. … And as for pausing or canceling the service: you could do either at any point....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 232 words · Samantha Harding

An Integrative Medicine Doctor Says Supplements Won’t Reverse Hair Loss—Here’s What They *Can* Actually Do

But if youre experiencing hair loss at the follicle and need to restart growth, a supplement wont help. They are two different issues that come from two different reasons. Saw palmetto is thought to be a natural DHT blocker. And luckily, it does actually work. This gummy also includes vitamins B5, 6, 9 (AKA folic acid), and 12. These gummies also contain collagen which provides amino acids needed to keep hair strong....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Aaron Nguyen

An introvert and extrovert wax poetic about the benefits of FOMO

Are there any benefits of FOMO? How are things going? What has this bizarre experience been like for you so far? Alexis Berger, senior lifestyle editor at Well+Good:I miss YOU! And yknow, I feel super lucky for the most part. I know you tend to like being out in world and doing things. … How has this adjustment been for you? ZW:Croissants!!! What I would give. AB:Is it weird that there arent even events to speak of right now?...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Daniel Weiss

An Irregular Sleep Schedule Can Raise the Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, Study Finds

The large-scale study found irregular sleepers are 26 percent more likely to have a heart attack. Here’s how to sleep to protect your heart. So what does this mean for your sleep routine? And what happens if you stay up later tonight than you did last night? What did the study find? But how exactly does your sleep schedule impact your heart in the first place? sleep doctor and assistant clinical professor at Keck School of Medicine of USC...

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 200 words · Joshua Little

An OB/GYN Breaks Down Exactly What Happens During a Pap Smear—And Why It’s So Important for Your Health

Just the thought of one can lead to feelings of dread and anxiety. Even thephrasepap smear sounds unpleasant. These examscheck for cervical cancer, which typically doesntotherwise show many symptoms in its early stages. Both cell samples are taken to a lab and tested to see if there are precancerous or cancerous cells. Pap smears are strictly screening for precancerous and cancerous changes of the cervix, she says. We currently dont have any recommended or good screening methods for either uterine or ovarian cancers....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 155 words · Chelsea Williams

An OB/GYN breaks down exactly what to expect from your annual gyno visit right now

As states reopen, your OB/GYN will probably to open up to appointments. Here’s what to expect this year from your gynecologist visit during coronavirus. Otherwise, a typical gynecologist visit during coronavirus hasnt been possible. Telehealth has proved ahelpful stopgap for many needs, including birth control prescriptions and medications for common infections. However, telehealth cant replace an in-person annual OB/GYN check-in, says Dr. DeFrancesco. (Dr. DeFrancescos practice started to reopen on May 21....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 207 words · Katherine Shields

An OB/GYN Is Begging People To Stop Wasting Money on These 3 Products

(PSA:vaginas clean themselves!) All super common and innocent-seeming, right? 3 products to stop wasting your money on, according to an OB/GYN: 1. Unscented Epsom saltspaired with a nicely scented candle is a better alternative for the bath, Dr. Tanouye says. The fabric of your underwear matters the most, she says. Her advice is to avoid synthetic fabrics and choose all cotton. board-certified OB/GYN The one exception would be specific exercise moisture-wicking fabrics that are breathable, she adds....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 106 words · Melissa Bennett

An OB/GYN Shares How To Stop Vaginal Chafing in Its Tracks

Vaginal chafing can be painful and frustrating. We talked to an expert about how to prevent it from starting or ways to stop it fast. Pimples, warts, ingrown hairs, rashes, and chafing lions, tigers, bears, oh my! Especially when it comes to the potentially harder-to-discuss dermatological concerns of the vulva. Its Amazing How Its All Connected. Additionally, staying hydrated throughout the day can prevent uneven perspiration, which can lead to that pesky stickiness....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 177 words · Scott Miller