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There are so many benefits of sulfur (it honestly might be easier to list the things sulfur can’t do) that it’s hard to believe it isn’t more popular in skincare yet. For starters, sulfur is antimicrobial, meaning it can and will kill the bacteria on your skin that can lead to pimples and blemishes. Plus, […]
The most anticipated part of fall: layering. More specifically, layering your favorite sweaters, flannels, and button-ups in order to achieve the perfect fall look. Some of the best and most easily layered items include cashmere sweaters, according to celebrity stylist Sofia Karvela. “They’re warm enough that you don’t need to layer but sleek enough that […]
Dr. Garshick explained exactly what tears are, “Tears are made of water, fatty lipids, electrolytes, proteins, and mucin, which together create the three layers in the tears: the mucous layer, the aqueous layer, and the oily layer.” While these things are all great for clearing your eyes, they have no scientific effect on your eyelashes […]
The types of facial waxes you can get target areas such as your chin, upper lip, or eyebrow area. When you receive a wax of any kind, the area you’re getting treated is generally sensitive because not only does wax remove the hairs on your body, but it also exfoliates your skin. The type of […]
Should you notice that you or someone you know has clubbed nails, it may be to your benefit to make an immediate appointment with a healthcare professional, as this could be a symptom of a serious, potentially life-threatening issue. The clubbing of fingers and fingernails can be caused by a lung disorder, lung cancer, or an […]
When asking for dimensional highlights, know that your stylist won’t be doing just one specific type of highlighting technique. Dimensional highlights are all about adding dimension to the hair, hence the name, which can be done with basically any highlighting approach. If you’re not sure what the real difference between partial and full highlights is, […]
The idea with smart casual is to combine elegant professionalism with something dressy and casual. In other words, it’s the combination of business dress code and a casual one. Pairing two different articles of clothing that fit each dress code is always a great trick to accomplish the right look. For instance, you could pair […]
While apple cider vinegar can absolutely help seal in moisture (thereby reducing breakage and frizz), it can’t repair damaged hair (especially breakage). Plus, for those with damaged hair, it might be better to avoid apple cider vinegar altogether. Gregorio Ruggeri, a certified trichologist and creative director of Salon Ruggeri explained to Elle, “Since ACV is […]
Going literal with the “dirty martini” reference is also a fun way of interpreting this trend. An olive base with a magenta dot as a stand-in for the olive pit makes for an easy yet eye-catching graphic manicure. You can also go with drawing more intricate details, such as olive dots with metallic studs for […]