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This Stress-Fighting Supplement Could Help Those Struggling With Staying Indoors

Self-isolation is currently your best defense against COVID-19, but as you've probably already figured out, it's not always going to be easy. One of the struggles you might be currently dealing with is your physical and mental health — as…
By Ashley Tibbits

How These Women Founders Are Changing The Way You Think About Self-Care

Whether you were already partaking in a self-quarantine with a generous amount of social distance or your city has implemented a stay-at-home mandate, chances are you’ve started to settle into your at-home routine. As you spend less time getting…
By Dale Arden Chong

Does Vinegar Work As A Home Sanitizer? Experts Reveal The Facts

With cleanliness a top priority, hand and home sanitizers have never been more in-demand… or unavailable. Yes, it seems grocery shelves across the country have been consistently cleaned out of all-purpose cleaners, bleaching products, and the like,…
By Angela Melero

Yes, You Should Be Wearing Sunscreen Inside — Here's Why

Paging skincare fans far and wide — it's time to pick back up your go-to sunscreen. "Whether you are indoors or outdoors, rain or shine, you still want to wear sunscreen daily," Ramya Viswanathan, senior product development manager at Biossance,…
By Madge Maril

e.l.f. Cosmetics Just Released A Remix Of This Viral Song To Encourage Social Distancing

There's only one way to approach any current event in the land of TikTok: through an incredibly catchy song. On March 25, e.l.f. Cosmetics' "Eyes. Lips. Face." remix with iLL Wayno dropped — and it's very different than the beauty brand's original…
By Madge Maril

The Best Bath Products To Have On Hand When You’re In Need Of A Soothing Oasis

For some, baths are just a straight-up boring pastime. But for many others, a tub can be the perfect getaway. The sometimes 30-minute-long endeavors (or more, no judgement here) provide a much-needed pause on life — which, in turn, gives time for…
By Katie Stanovick

This 30-Second Facial Massage Is The Ultimate Self-Care

Now is an opportune time to really crank up the self-care, which could mean making every night a face mask night, learning how to give yourself the perfect pedicure, or exfoliating like there's no tomorrow. But there are also so many other ways to…
By Ashley Tibbits

Does DIY Hand Sanitizer Actually Work?

Hand sanitizer is having a moment. Once the underdog of the personal care world, it is now front and center with the coming of the coronavirus. And with retailers selling out of the stuff at lightning rates, people are getting creative, concocting…
By Angela Melero

Why Self-Care In The Time Of Social Distancing Is So Important For Me

If someone told me that I'd be spending my spring equinox on my couch instead of jet-setting from island to island, I wouldn't believe them. Yet, here I am, in a constant state of deep thought reflecting on the state of our world, concerned about…
By Blake Newby

The One Ingredient You Should Avoid When Choosing A Personal Lubricant

The personal-care industry has come a long way with lubricants. There are now products for literally everything and everyone. That said, lubricants can be made quite differently and serve various purposes that extend past personal lubrication or…
By Yola Robert

In Light Of COVID-19, New Body-Care Brand HIKI Launches By Giving Away Products

Before its Mar. 17 debut rolled around, the new body-care brand HIKI had a fairly run-of-the-mill game plan: "We were planning to launch the way every brand has ever launched, by making our products publicly available for sale," reads a statement to…
By Madge Maril

What To Ask A Therapist In Your First Session, According To Mental Health Pros

Like the initial decision to go to therapy, finding the right mental health professional can be complicated. The emotional quickly becomes practical, as insurance coverage, budget, appointment availability, commute, and consultation appointments…
By Kelsey Clark

Food Vs. Supplement Probiotics — What Experts Say Is Best For You

Taking a stroll down the wellness aisle of your local supermarket, you'll probably notice there's a supplement for just about everything, from the promise of a more restful sleep to that of a strengthened immune system — and that's just the…
By Ashley Tibbits

10 New Body-Care Launches, From Chic Hand Sanitizer To Aluminum-Free Deodorant

Although the beauty industry may've slowed down its makeup launch schedule post-holiday season, a steady stream of body care has slowly — but surely — taken over your favorite retailers. You may've noticed the uptick in products while scrolling…
By Madge Maril

Here's Why Dermalogica's New Sunscreen *Doesn't* Leave A White Cast

Physical sunscreens get a bad rap. Although they're highly effective at what they do — protecting your skin from damaging rays — the white cast some leave behind can be a no-go with shoppers. And this is why Dermalogica's new Invisible Physical…
By Madge Maril

Is Your Favorite Coffee Creamer Bad For Your Mental Health? You Might Be Surprised

There are plenty of reasons to reconsider what's in your diet, from ethical and environmental concerns to simply wanting your body to function better. And when it comes to the latter, there's more than just your physical body to factor in. Yes, some…
By Ashley Tibbits

Breaking Down Sephora's New (& Game-Changing) CBD Standards

A new sheriff is coming to town. On Feb. 26, Sephora's CBD standards were unveiled, creating a groundbreaking change amongst CBD's Wild West — and making Sephora the first national prestige retailer to debut strict, transparent sourcing and testing…
By Madge Maril

This Trendy Superfood Might Already Be In Your Favorite Takeout

From keto to collagen, every so often there's a new food trend you can't seem to avoid hearing about, whether it's on the artful plates of your favorite wellness influencer, on the menu of the hippest, healthiest eatery in town, or in an article…
By Ashley Tibbits

CBD Could Be A Remedy For Your Flight Anxiety — But There's A Caveat

There's a lot to look forward to when taking a trip, from checking out the historic sites to enjoying the comforts of a bed that's decidedly nicer than your own. But getting there isn't always a breeze. Between the discomfort and dryness that can…
By Ashley Tibbits

Probiotics Or Prebiotics? An Expert Answers This Common Question Once And For All

Keeping up with the wellness world can be exhausting. It seems like there's always a new supplement you should be taking, food you should be eating, workout you should be trying, and super-powered powder to add to your morning smoothie. And because…
By Ashley Tibbits