We’re really in the thick of summer now, and if you’re not regularly wearing a hat when you’re out in the sun, now’s the time to start. Spoiler alert: It’s very easy to develop skin cancer on your face and neck, and you need more than just preventative SPF (although that never hurts). We talked […]
By the time I was 9 years old I knew I wasn’t like the other children — I was fat. I can vividly recall a time in my life where I was visible to my family, but invisible to the outside world. People would walk right past me like I was a fading reflection. Adults […]
There’s nothing better than a new summer sundress. But by now we all know the dangers of fast fashion (massive textile waste, pollution, and human rights abuses, to name a few). Yes, we all know and love how Everlane has led the socially responsible charge with their radical transparency, but there are so many other great […]
Keep your skin healthy this summer! In the past several years I have seen an increase in both women and men seeking long term anti-aging regimens. Light bulbs are going off and folks are beginning to understand that caring for skin should have the same approach as caring for the body (i.e., going to the […]
We’ve spent half the year longing for — no, make that lusting for — sunny summer days, and they’re finally, blessedly, upon us. But as glorious as they may feel, those UV rays can be punishing, reminding us that we need to be on guard for ourselves and our families around the clock. To help […]
Summer is swiftly approaching, and with it, our imminent doom. Just kidding. But seriously, is there anything better than fashion-forward summer shoes that also happen to be good for our planet? Take these from street to beach or anywhere in between, and feel free to brag a little bit if you want. After all, you […]
When you log a good workout, your brain rewards you with endorphins, aka those “feel-good hormones” that can improve your focus and mood while lessening pain. But, even though you’ve got a physiological guarantee that you’ll feel euphoric after a sweat session, it can often be tough to find the motivation to actually get to […]
When you log a good workout, your brain rewards you with endorphins, aka those “feel-good hormones” that can improve your focus and mood while lessening pain. But, even though you’ve got a physiological guarantee that you’ll feel euphoric after a sweat session, it can often be tough to find the motivation to actually get to […]
Inflammation (Latin, inflammare, to set on fire) is part of the complex biological response to harmful stimuli. It is a protective attempt to initiate the healing process. Although inflammation is a beneficial first response, if it persists, it may cause long-term symptoms and lead to more serious chronic disease. Inflammation may be detected in routine […]
Lip kits, highlighters, and hair spray, oh my! It seems like every time we blink, there’s a new beauty product out and we have to figure out what’s worth trying. Rather than play a guessing game, we went directly to the source and asked top beauty pros to share their stuck-on-an-island, must-have products they just […]
