When I asked a chemist, “Why is my sunscreen pilling?” I learned that our pre-SPF skin-care products can create issues. Here’s what to know. Its a mineral SPF that goes on smoothly, the white cast blends away, and it never pills. So I asked a chemist: Why is my sunscreen pilling? Experts in This Article Dorian Morris is the founder and CEO of Undefined Beauty. Dorian Morris is the founder and CEO of Undefined Beauty....

According to the FDA,400 milligramsis the daily upper limit of caffeine intake for most adults. This equates to around four 8-ounce cups ofstandard brewed coffee, or two 16-ounce cups ofcold brew. That said, it might be time to do a caffeine tolerance reset. What causes us to become more tolerant of caffeine? Opting for the former will likely allow you to reset your caffeine tolerance more quickly. They may even be less severe in people who dont consume much caffeine to begin with....

If you do feel like you let out sighs more than those around you, youre not imagining it. Some people are just more prone to itoften for reasons you wouldnt guess. Why do people sigh in the first place? People can sigh rather often, but its usually spontaneous and is often not problematic. What are the physiological reasons you might sigh a lot? Its Amazing How Its All Connected. Clinical psychologist Michele Goldman, PsyD, is a Hope for Depression Research Foundation media advisor....

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? Would I even be able to knock over a trash can, let alone a person? While it can be scary to try something new, you have to lean into those moments. Dally says kickboxing helped her find confidence and gain discipline during a time when she needed that outlet....

If arm day tends to be boring, try this 25-minute upper body workout. The unique and challenging combinations add some excitement back into the mix. Who knowsshe might even make arm day yourfavoriteday. And all thats required is a resistance band (no weights needed here!) During the sweat sesh, no muscle is left untouched. If youre already tired just from reading that, me too. trainer and founder of MG Method...

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Mental roadblocks getting in your way of working out? Here, a dance therapist explains how to use movement to get motivated. Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Experts in This Article dance and movement therapist Sound familiar? These interventions work because of themind-body connection. So if youre feeling too overwhelmed to exercise, a dance break may be just what you need. dance and movement therapist...

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Essentially, the part of the brain called the hypothalamus responds to stress by signaling the production of cortisol. Thankfully, there are easy ways to get rid of that fog. Thats why hiking is a free, easy, and all-natural way to feel refreshed and clear-headed. The natural light helps align your internal clock. But its effect on our overall mood and brain functioning is just as potent....

Buildingand maintaininga healthy, fulfilling, and loving partnership takesconsistent effort and attentionover time. But while it requires effort, it doesnt have to complicated. One framework that makes tending to your relationship easy to do and understand is the emotional bank account. So how do you keep your emotional bank account in the green? Do some deposits have higher value than others? Withdrawals, on the other hand, are the gestures that aggravate your partner and make their day tougher....

The surprising link between your feelings and your practice. Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts. Yoga has long been seen as a way to build strength and flexibility. But in addition to physical transformations, yoga can also help reconnect you with your full emotional spectrum. When this happens, youre not imagining it yoga really can make you feel emotional. Why do you feel an emotional release after a yoga class?...

We got over itwine helpsbut its a reminder of how the past year affected our behavioral skills. Like, were supposed to hang out? In the same space? After a year of sweatpants and global turmoil? If the thought of post-pandemic conversations make you uneasy, youre not alone. Basically, warming up your social muscles allows you to ease back into social interactions through simple everyday exercises. Harville Hendrix, PhD, is an internationally-respected couple’s therapist, educator, speaker, and New York Times bestselling author....

There can be too much of a good thing in terms of socializing. Learn from experts how to identify social burnout symptoms and deal with them. Numerous studies have explored the relationship between social media use and mental well-being. That said, it can be helped and prevented with some preparation and self-care, experts say. Read on for how to identify, prevent, and recover from social burnout. What is social burnout? licensed marriage and family therapist...

Could compassion fatigue be the new burnout? See if you’re susceptible and how to deal with compassion fatigue. Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? For L. Malik Anderson, COVID-19, or novel coronavirus, is dominating his social media feeds and mind. The outbreak has put his work schedule in overdrive. You constantly think about, Okay, what is it that I need to do right now?...