admin Hair, skin, and nails. Peruse the aisles of your local drugstore and you may notice these three grouped together. Likewise, if you’ve ever complained of a dull complexion, you may have noticed that your hair and nails were on the lackluster side too. Have you ever wondered why this is? Shiny hair, glowing skin, and … Read more
Another painful, angry pimple has appeared along my jaw, joining a crowd of nine or ten others. Their existence has become a regular occurrence in my life, along with blackheads, congestion, and excess oil. At 33 years old, I thought my relationship with hormonal acne was over. Like at-home highlights and popstar posters on my … Read more
Moisturizers form a barrier on the skin, locking in moisture and making it softer. Hydrators absorb moisture from air or skin to keep it trapped. Both do similar jobs but have different effects. You might think hydration is something that only people with dry or dehydrated skin need to worry about. But hydrating your skin … Read more
Your skin barrier protects your body from free radicals. Harsh environments are often the cause of damage. Keep it protected using oils, ceramides, and more. Beauty boutique and drugstore shelves are packed with products that aim to protect and rejuvenate your skin. Some of them exfoliate, some plump, and others moisturize. All these products share … Read more
Working on your time management skills, taking time to recharge, becoming aware of how events affect you, and relying on a support network may help you manage job-related stress. Asking for help is also important. Emails, Slack messages, phones ringing off the hook, your co-worker dropping by for an impromptu meeting, deadlines — work-related stress … Read more
It may take time to fully process the end of a romantic relationship. Identifying what you want from a future relationship and acknowledging the importance of your past one are key steps in helping you move forward. Most people would agree you generally can’t help who you fall in love with. But in some circumstances, … Read more
What would your mental health look like in a world without social media? Pretty hard to imagine, right? Many of us are so mixed up with our social accounts that it’s difficult to remember what we did before the feed. There are plenty of upsides to online connection, but how do we find balance with … Read more
An anxiety attack tends to occur in response to certain stressors and may build gradually while panic attacks can occur unexpectedly and abruptly. Both may indicate an underlying health condition. You might hear people talking about panic attacks and anxiety attacks like they’re the same thing. But they’re different conditions. Read on to find out … Read more
You may be able to release trapped emotions by acknowledging them and connecting with them. Other practices that help you work through trauma may help. You’ve probably heard the term “emotional baggage.” It’s sometimes used to describe the phenomenon of carrying past trauma or so-called negative experiences through life, relationships, or a career. You may … Read more
What would your mental health look like in a world without social media? Pretty hard to imagine, right? Many of us are so mixed up with our social accounts that it’s difficult to remember what we did before the feed. There are plenty of upsides to online connection, but how do we find balance with … Read more