There’s no right or wrong way toexperiment with your nails. You should always put your passions, interests, and preferences before all else. Today’s topic: gel nails. While this ultra-long-lasting manicure may be great for wearability, your nails may beg to differ. This includes sanding the nail down before tool and the acetone soak for removal. “And just like hair aftertoo many treatments, nails can also become dry and brittle.” But, we do know that UVA rays contribute tophotoaging....

What does daily detoxification in the body look like? The body relies onmultiple organsand complex cellular pathways to remove toxins in a natural process called metabolic detoxification. This process is complex and happens all day, every daywhether you realize it or not. Do our bodies need help detoxing? “This suggests that ensuring adequate detoxification is important.” How can we support the natural detoxification process? Unsurprisingly, nutrition plays a big role inpromoting organ and system function5for proper detoxification....

TheBon Charge Infrared Sauna Blanketis a rare exceptionand its hype has held up throughtwo yearsof testing. More importantly, I truly feel the difference. Bon Charge Infrared Sauna Blanket But first, what’s the science behind infrared saunas? One of which is infrared saunas. And so my love story withBon Chargebegan. And, of course, it’s those aforementioned benefits that keep me coming back. What’s more, the unit offers long-term benefits as well....

One week I can run through bicep curls with 15-pound dumbbells, no problem. I’m struggling to reach half the reps using the very same weights. Unsurprisingly given thegender gap in medical research, I hadn’t heard much about this topic before. Given the variability of period symptoms, your hunger for a challenging workout may change from month to month. As estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone go up, they can impact your muscles....

Heavy metals can be found all around us in our food, our clothing, and our environments. Here’s what to know. They’re now working on making this probiotic even better at blocking the absorption of dangerous metals. Here areour absolute favorite probioticsto check out if you’re not sure which to choose.

When it comes to fitness, the days of “skinniness” as the ultimate goal are over. This shift in mindset, often referred to as body recomposition, is about replacing fat with lean muscle. It’s not about deprivation; it’s about abundance. So, how do you get started? Here’s everything you gotta know: 1. If you want to build muscle, you have to eatparticularly protein. “You have to eat to be toned,” says Wright....

Repeat after me: Not all pores are clogged pores. That being said, some folks are more prone toblackheadsthan others. And clearing out clogged pores before they turn into full-fledged breakouts is one of the best ways tomanage acne. Let’s dive in. What are clogged pores? Clogged poresstart with oil buildup on the skin. However, excess sebum is what leads to clogged pores, akasebum plugs. Because sebum is a sticky consistency, it easily clings to dirt and bacteria as well....

Everything is skin careexercise included. It’s all connected and it’s important that we care for our bodies holistically. However, for so long there was a somewhat negative-tinted connection between working out and skin health. And just in general, the intimate relationship between exercise and skin health requires a nuanced approach. So let’s talk about it! But don’t worry, we’re here to help you troubleshoot that. Mind the wash With your wash schedule, balance is key....

Of course, it all depends on which key in of chocolate you eat. Can dark chocolate lower cortisol levels? Researchers tested blood and urine samples at the beginning, midpoint, and end of the study. This makes sense, considering how much we know about the gut-brain connection. That’s the good news. The bad news: It’s not always easy to find chocolate without tons of added sugar. (Try thesechocolate collagen powdersfor rich flavorandhealth benefits....

I’m a dietitian, not a gardener. Instead of tending to flower beds, I take great pride in cultivating a rich and diverse gut microbiome. Luckily, several science-backed dietary changes can help support gut health during and after a round of them. Probiotics are live beneficial microbes that inoculate and set up residence in your gut. For me, that means taking it on anempty stomach before lunch. I’m eating lots of fermented foods Fermented foodsalso contain a bevy of beneficial microorganisms....

The adventures are limitless for an Aries!" Taurus TheTaurusesof the world gravitate toward nature, according to Bly. To that end, a dream travel destination for Gemini would probably be to the stars themselves. Cancer Comfort is key for sensitiveCancer. As such, she suggests booking a trip somewhere that will help you indulgebut also find balance. are sure to thrill and fulfill your soul! Sagittarius No one loves travel quite like aSagittarius....

It’s nearly time to say say goodbye to Aquarius and hello to Pisces season. “Forget what the algorithms are serving, and tune in to your own soul wisdom. But on February 23, the energizer planet finally resumes forward motionand so do we. It’s definitely been a frustrating couple of months, but things should start to smooth out now. Expect this moon to dial up your intuition and emotionality, and pay attention to your dreams too....

Luckily, there are plenty more healthy skin aging remedies out there. As your natural production slows, collagen supplementation can helprestore the process. Just one caveat: You have to findhydrolyzedcollagenpeptides to ensure proper absorption. Not sure where to look? We’ve compiled a list of thebest options on the market hereto make it easier. Retinol alternatives As for topical treatments, keep abakuchiol serumon hand. Think of this ingredient as retinol’s gentler cousin....