December 04, 2018 at 09:00PM Here’s everything you need to know about how to take it safely. Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Month: December 2018
A Recipe For Plastic? Here’s What Could Be On Your Plate
December 04, 2018 at 08:30PM Hint: It’s not edible. Continue Reading… Author Caroline Muggia | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
“”The first wealth is health.”” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
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This Erotic Audio Platform Is Redefining Sexuality—On Women’s Terms
December 04, 2018 at 08:00PM Empowering audio porn for women? Hell yes. Continue Reading… Author Kelly Gonsalves | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
The Two-Second Trick to Figuring out a Korean Skin-Care Routine
December 04, 2018 at 06:30PM When you think of Korean skin care, do those ten steps of skin-illuminating goodness come to mind? It all sounds so glam in theory—or on Insta—but where do you even start? Actually, there’s a hack for figuring that out. At our recent Herbal Beauty Hour with Sulwhasoo, a luxe Korean skin-care brand devoted to creating products that feel like absolute magic on your face, the team shared a secret: Whichever product is thinnest in consistency is what you apply first. Take a look at your haul. Is one way thicker than the rest? Is one watery? Start with the lightest—say Sulwhasoo’s Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Water—and work your way up to thicker creams. That way, your skin is best equipped to absorb all of the glow-inducing goodness. In addition to clarifying your skin care regimen in a total of two seconds, we also heard from herbalist Rachelle Robinett about the healing properties of ginseng and what it does for your overall health. Spoiler: It’s touting for helping to boost energy, fighting inflammation, and improving your sex drive (who knew?). Scroll down to experience the rest of the Ginseng-filled herbal happy hour—and why you should delve into Korean skin care. Photo: Tim Gibson for Well+Good We gathered beauty lovers to The Assemblage’s high-vibe space in New York City’s NoMad ‘hood for an evening filled with candles, plush cushions, and skin care everywhere. Photo: Tim Gibson for Well+Good As readers arrived, they were handed a sweet-but-tangy ginseng elixir to
How Megan Roup ditched perfectionism and followed her gut to become a fitness phenom
December 04, 2018 at 06:30PM In the Follow Your Gut® spotlight, The Sculpt Society creator Megan Roup shares how listening to her instincts helped her turn her dream job into a reality—and the daily habits (like sipping Health-Ade kombucha) that she counts on to mentally and physically recharge. Whether you’re experiencing Megan Roup’s infectious energy in the studio or in your living room (via obé’s streaming workout platform), one thing is clear: She’s got megawatt energy and a style all her own. But before she took on New York City’s fitness scene—and then conquered laptop screens everywhere—it took a leap of faith. “Often, we’re overwhelmed with the idea of change or don’t want to start until everything is perfect,” says Roup, who swapped a professional dance career for fitness entrepreneurship. “But unless you start, nothing will happen. There is power in action, it doesn’t have to be perfect and you don’t have to have all the answers, you just need to start.” Fast forward to today, and the The Sculpt Society—Roup’s answer to an approachable, empowering, and welcoming boutique fitness method—is one of NYC’s most buzzed about classes, with celeb clients like supermodels Elsa Hosk and Shanina Shaik. “There is power in action, it doesn’t have to be perfect and you don’t have to have all the answers, you just need to start.” But to get there, Roup had to learn how to listen to her gut. “My biggest hard-earned lesson (something I’m still working on) and something I hope to help clients
4 Wellness Destinations for the Ultimate New Year’s Getaway—And Why That’s the Best Way to Start 2019
December 04, 2018 at 06:30PM As you near the end of the year, it’s inevitable you start itching for a change of pace. And what better way to implement a true shift in your perspective than literally heading somewhere, you know, new? “Travel is always a reset, much like the new year,” says travel expert and journalist Amanda Blakely. “So I say, open your mind, go somewhere new, and usher this new year in with a ferocious appetite for all the things.” Honestly though, is there anything cooler than ringing in the new year in a foreign setting? Hello beach yoga, sunset swims, and of course more Insta posts than you could imagine. Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts offers unique resorts in multiple destinations with endless wellness-focused amenities that will have even the biggest homebody of your group packing their bags, like yesterday. “There is something undeniably reassuring about starting the new year off as you wish to continue, and for me that means exploring somewhere new (or old and beloved), far from home and miles away from the stresses of daily life,” Blakely adds. So, what are you waiting for? Scroll down to check out four magical vacation spots ideal for kicking off your new year celebration. Photo: Instagram/@tennesseehauser Punta Cana: for holistic wellness This year, opt for something quieter than your usual New Year’s Eve party style—but keep the champagne. Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana is centered around feeling, well centered—which means you can kayak through crystal clear waters, experience
pH balancing your nails is the best way to make a manicure last
December 04, 2018 at 11:21AM True life: I am physically incapable of making a manicure last more than two days. No matter what I do, the polish starts to chip by hour 48, leaving me seriously frustrated at the fact that I dropped hard-earned cash for what feels like no reason. Gel is slightly better, but instead of the two-week staying power that the bottle promises, I’m lucky if it sticks around for a week. Champagne problems? Yes. But still. I always figured it was because I type too hard on my laptop (… my keys have been known to fall off of my keyboard), but when I sat down for a manicure with celebrity nail artist Gina Edwards, who works with KISS, she blew my mind by telling me the real reason why my polish won’t stay perfect. “Your nails are oily,” she told me matter-of-factly. “The reason you have oily nail beds is because you have a high pH, so you’re creating more oil within your nail beds. So you want to get a pH balancer for your nail.” Yup—apparently that’s a thing. I was familiar with pH-balancing skin care, which helps keep your skin in a pH “sweet spot” to combat issues like acne and rosacea, but had never heard the principle applied to nail care. But apparently, it’s so common that there are even products out there to help combat it. “It’s going to say ‘pH balancer, plus dehydrator,’” Edwards explained. This helps to dry out the
Could you pass the Army’s new fitness test?
December 04, 2018 at 10:46AM If you know anything about the United States Army, you know those soldiers are strong (and seriously good sleepers, BTW). Anyone who wants to make it in has to be in pretty stellar shape—so much so that there’s currently a physical readiness training program in place that ensures those who serve have the strength, stamina, and agility they need to survive combat. But the new test is on an entirely different level. According to Army Times, the Army Combat Fitness Test could be implemented as soon as next October, and it’s so tough there’s already an official website to help soldiers prepare both physically and mentally. It was created to “better connect fitness with combat readiness,” part of which involves enhancing soldiers’ mental toughness. And judging off by the insanely hard list of events you have to do to pass, I have a feeling it does all that and then some. Keep scrolling to have a look at the test. Army Combat Fitness Test: Deadlifting up to 340 pounds, three different times Throwing a 10-pound medicine ball backward and overhead for distance Completing as many hand-release push-ups as possible in two minutes Doing five, 50-meter shuttles while sprinting, dragging, and carrying 90-pound sleds and two 40-pound kettlebells Doing as many leg tucks as you can in two minutes on a climbing bar Running two miles for time with the most points scored in under 12 minutes and 45 seconds Check out these surprising, myth-busting facts about high-intensity
Yes, you should be totally be cleaning your jade roller—here’s how often
December 04, 2018 at 09:45AM If there’s one beauty product I’ve seen blow up over the past year, it’s the jade roller. What started as an ancient beauty practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine is now a ubiquitous skin-care tool, proliferating on beauty shelves and Instagram feeds at an exponential rate. And there are no signs of the trend (ahem) rolling to a stop any time soon. Not only does it feel delightful on the skin, but jade rolling has major skin-boosting perks: de-puffing, stirring up blood circulation, and promoting the all-important lymphatic drainage. But! As everyone’s rolling as though their glowy skin depends on it, a question comes to mind: Should you be…washing your tool? Your skin’s an oil-producing, pollution-catching organ that’s exposed to a lot, after all. As I suspected, the answer is yes. “Jade rollers are delicate—use them with care and light pressure,” says Julie Clark, holistic esthetician, aromatherapist, and founder of beauty brand Province Apothecary. “I recommend wiping them down after each use.” She notes that residual dust particles can gather on the tools—plus, you don’t want to spread any bacteria back onto your skin. If you’re not the kind of person that’s wired to be as diligent in cleaning your beauty tools, Clark says that a weekly cleanse is fine. “I personally clean it weekly, but I recommend to any clients with acne or skin issues to wash after each use.” To do so, she recommends simply washing with a gentle soap and patting dry. Be