February 06, 2020 at 03:00AM by CWC If there’s one question that my friends ask me, their beauty editor BFF, about the most often, it’s “What type of facial should I get for my breakout?” I get it—when you’re faced with acne, it’s tempting to put your skin in the
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The benefits of Pilates go way beyond core strength—here’s what to expect
February 06, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC If you peek into any Pilates class, it’ll look like a lot of small movements and core-focused exercises (and space-age-looking contraptions a la the Reformer). While it’s true that Pilates is centered around your core muscles, the low-intensity workout modality has an extensive
Being cool with your food choices is hard enough—here’s what to do when other someone makes you feel otherwise
February 06, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC Establishing a healthy mindset with food isn’t always easy—especially if you’re recovering from diet trauma. After spending years trapped in a culture emphasizing that certain foods are “bad” (and you are too if you eat them), it can be difficult to extract yourself
The first apartment essentials you need for a healthy, cozy, organized home
February 06, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC Moving into your first apartment is one of the most exciting things you’ll ever do. It’s a major move that makes you feel independent and shows all your hard work has paid off. Officially having a space that’s entirely yours also means it’s
I’m a dermatologist, and this French drugstore find is my favorite fix for dry hands
February 05, 2020 at 10:43PM by CWC There are two types people who I trust wholeheartedly to give skin-care advice: dermatologists and French women. So when New York-based board-certified dermatologist Shereene Idris, MD (known on social media as “The Pillowtalk Derm” thanks to the A+ skin-care advice she delivers from
I teach 40 spin classes a classes a week, and these are the 3 things I always do to recover
February 05, 2020 at 10:00PM by CWC Akin Akman spends 40 hours a week teaching fitness classes. That doesn’t include his own workouts in the gym, or the classes he takes from the other teachers at his new AARMY fitness studio in New York’s Noho neighborhood (a second location also
Berkeley’s carbon footprint calculator shows *exactly* how your lifestyle affects the environment—and how to change it
February 05, 2020 at 09:30PM by CWC Carbon dioxide levels are higher today than they’ve been at any point in the last 800,000 years. In fact, NOAA reports that the last time the global atmospheric CO2 reached current levels was 3 million years ago. With climate anxiety becoming more and
Finally, there’s a peanut allergy treatment for the 1 million children who have them
February 05, 2020 at 08:30PM by CWC As one of the “big eight,” the most common food allergies in the U.S., peanuts have been expelled from most schools and airlines. And for good reason—a nut allergy reaction can lead to trouble breathing, feeling lightheaded, and passing out. In extreme cases,
Finish every workout with this simple move to avoid lower back pain
February 05, 2020 at 07:30PM by CWC Every exercise you do helps to strengthen those beautiful muscles of yours. The only issue is that certain exercises, despite doing wonders, can cause aches and pains in your lower back if you’re not ending your workouts with some glute bridge pulses to
Climate change is making it harder for Olympic athletes to train—Nike wants clear the air
February 05, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC Put yourself in the sneakers of an athlete who’s spent the majority of their life dreaming, training, and spending every waking hour living for the chance to compete at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Now, imagine there’s a very real, looming adversary standing
Take a note from ‘Cheer’ and use structure to win the Grand National Championship of your own life
February 05, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC The six-part Netflix documentary Cheer follows the Navarro College cheer team along its journey to compete for the annual Grand National Championship in Daytona Beach, Florida. To lead her team, coach Monica Aldama leans heavily on principles of fierce, structural rigidity. No spoilers
I ditched melatonin for $55 personalized sleep supplements to optimize my zzz’s
February 05, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC Melatonin supplements have had a constant home on my nightstand since I was 12 years old—so I guess you could say that sleep and I have had quite the rocky relationship over the years. And, in that regard, I’m hardly alone: When Well+Good
It’s time to rebrand ‘foreplay,’ which currently delegitimizes sex for many
February 05, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC It’s unfortunate that so many people regard foreplay as if it were a flight layover—that is, the place you stop by really quickly on the way to your final destination. But, since many of us understand foreplay to be the opening act for
The high-tech, do-it-all device that de-puffs skin in 7 minutes flat
February 05, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC Using quality, dermatologist-recommended active ingredients in your beauty routine is a pretty clear-cut way to improve your skin. Lesser used and talked about, however, are tools that can take the results from serums and moisturizers up a notch. Electrical stimulation is becoming a
Move over, carrots: 5 healthy reasons why turnips deserve a starring role in your winter cooking
February 05, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC Have you met anyone who claims their favorite food—or vegetable, for that matter—is a turnip? Chances aren’t great. After all, its historic backstory is that it was once a “get off the stage” tomato equivalent of Roman times, and Michelle Obama’s iconic Vine
4 reasons to switch to organic linens, because your bed deserves nice things, too
February 05, 2020 at 10:00AM by CWC When you’re on the hunt for a new sweater, do you opt for the scratchy, will-rip-in-six-months option, or the soft, durable, goes-with-everything one? The latter, of course. So, why in the world would you want to outfit your bed (the place you spend
This combo workout move burns your triceps *and* sets your lower abs on fire
February 05, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC Who doesn’t love a good two-in-one exercise? Doubling up definitely brings on the heat in the moment, but it really pays off in the end. You save time and get great results in the process. While there are plenty of different combination exercises
6 concealer myths standing between you and flawless application
February 05, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC Concealer is the most hardworking multitasker of all time. A product that can brighten under-eye circles and cover pimples? I’m sold. It’s likely one of the first beauty products you tried, and the one you turn to even on “no makeup” days. Everyone
13 healthy reasons why chickpeas are a top dietitian’s favorite plant-based protein
February 04, 2020 at 11:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TCx91K8lNM] Chickpeas are officially the new cauliflower—here’s why they’re so damn healthy for you. In case you haven’t heard, chickpeas are the cauliflower of 2020. No longer just eaten on top of salads or in plain hummus, the legume has morphed into
The case for swapping group hangs for workouts—and why research says it’s legit
February 04, 2020 at 08:30PM by CWC In the age of “if you didn’t Instagram your workout, did it really count?” fitness can feel like an all-or-nothing proposition—but it shouldn’t. Together with Michelob ULTRA—the next-level light beer that wants to take the stress out of staying fit—we’re exploring ways to be
Can Finland’s 24-hour workweek *really* solve our burnout problem?
February 04, 2020 at 08:00PM by CWC I have to imagine there are few nine-to-five workers out there who’d oppose having one fewer day in the office per week or two fewer hours in the office per day. In other words, most people probably find the idea of working less
The 7 golden rules of heart-healthy eating, according to cardiologists
February 04, 2020 at 07:30PM by CWC Fact: cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. Want to live a long time? Protect your heart. Genetic predisposition certainly plays a role, but there’s a lot in your control—including what you put on your plate. What
Training like an athlete boosts more than just your strength—here’s how
February 04, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC You may notice a subtle change in the workouts that you’re doing in fitness studios these days. Mixed in with your classic strength training and cardio intervals, there’s a high probability you’ll be doing athletic conditioning drills that you’ve only previously seen professional
5 gloriously healthy, semi-homemade dinners you can have on the table in under 10 minutes
February 04, 2020 at 06:30PM by CWC Every once in a while, you may get the itch to walk on the wild side of the kitchen and—gasp—prepare a complicated recipe from scratch. You chop all your veggies to one-eighth-inch (aka a French “brunoise”), knead your own pizza dough as sweat
Why giving your taste buds something new can be good for you—in more ways than one
February 04, 2020 at 05:49PM by CWC If you’re a creature of habit (guilty), your eating routine is probably down to a scripted science: meal prep, eat, and repeat until you finally decide you’re over it. Trying new foods on the reg? Not necessarily on the menu. There’s a reason
Some of the best beauty products have notorious scents—here’s why
February 04, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC Everyone warned me before I first started using the iconic beauty product Biologique Recherche P50 ($67) that it had… a smell. As soon as I swiped the acid toner all over my face, the aroma hit my nose, and I had to remind
A physical therapist and a stretching expert explain how to tell if you’re overstretching
February 04, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC Hot yoga is perfect when you’re feeling tight, because the heat loosens your muscles, allowing you to go a bit deeper. But sometimes, you can feel a little too open. I’ve definitely had moments where I popped into a pose way too easily, and
How to get over trust issues so they don’t sour an old or new relationship
February 04, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC Trust is like a mirror. Depending on how badly it’s broken, you can fix it to an extent, but you’re always going to at least see cracks in the reflection. Sure, I’m paraphrasing Beyoncé and Lady Gaga from the “Telephone” video here, but
The best workout for you to try, based on your Myers-Briggs type
February 04, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC If you’re someone who simply doesn’t like to work out, have you ever considered that perhaps you haven’t tried the modality that really does it for you? And even if you do like a solid sweat sesh, you might not be fully aware
This is the one supplement every woman should be taking, according to a naturopathic doctor
February 04, 2020 at 10:30AM by CWC Ever walked down a supplement aisle at a health food store and felt completely overwhelmed? Same, same. But it turns out you can give your health a boost without transforming your vitamin cabinet into an equally overwhelming replica of said health food store.