June 29, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC Last year, when a dermatologist revealed that you should never, ever wash your face in the shower, my initial response was, “I ain’t got time for that.” My mornings are hectic enough as it is without having to add an extra element into my routine, thank you very much. The reasoning behind separating these steps, according to dermatologist Dr. Joshua Zeichner, is because the water in your shower is simply too hot for your face. “We may love hot showers, but our skin does not,” he explained, noting that it can strip the skin of oils, which leads to dryness, irritation, and inflammation. Even so, I ignored this advice entirely… and it’s worth noting that I regularly deal with all three of those skin issues. Whoops. My b. But then! Celebrity esthetician and ZIIP founder Melanie Simon, who works with A-listers like Jennifer Aniston and Busy Philipps, gave me a g-e-n-i-u-s hack that allows me to kill two birds with one stone—AKA get the overnight gunk off of my face without having to waste time (and water) using the sink and shower as separate entities. “Take a cold washcloth into the shower with you and use that to wash your face,” she tells me. “Worst case scenario it is lukewarm by the time you use it but this is much better than hot water blasting your face and breaking your capillaries.” No wonder Rachel (of Ross and Rachel) likes this lady so much. ad_intervals[‘404195_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function
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We found a pro-approved hack that will make any pair of shoes more comfortable in 3 minutes flat
June 29, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC We’ve all been there—you have that one pair of shoes that you’re dying to wear…but they hurt. So badly, in fact, that no matter how cute they are you simply can’t commit to them for an entire night. They’re just a smidge too tight, and you don’t have time (or pain tolerance) to let them stretch out with wear. Luckily, you have a few options for an at-home fix—and they all take three minutes flat. When you’re in a rush, all you have to do is reach for your blowdryer and blast the shoe with heat to make it stretchable. Set it to medium-high heat, and hold it 12 to18 inches away from the shoe for 3 to 5 minutes. Once the leather is warm and more malleable, he says you can put on a sock and then walk around in the shoe to help break it in. “Just make sure that when you’re using heat on any leather, especially high-end leather goods, you have to be very careful with it that doesn’t get discolored or doesn’t stretch too much,” says Vincenzo Rao Jr. of Vince’s Village Cobbler, a shoe-repair shop in Soho. ad_intervals[‘404661_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘404661_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); But if you have a bit more time, Rao recommends getting a shoe stretching liquid instead. “Heat is something that’s good, but the stretching solution is a lot more effective and a lot safer as well,” he says,
5 ways to express affection when “I love you” becomes a reflex
June 29, 2019 at 11:00AM by CWC There’s a lot of hype around the first time you say “I love you” to someone—and like, many Very Special Episodes dedicated to the phenomenon. We get all teen-anxious about it, worried about saying it the right way, worried about whether it’s too early to say it, worried that Johnny Footballplayer will laugh in our effing face is we’re that vulnerable. But after the floodgates finally open, something magical and terrible happens: It becomes so easy to say those three words that we, uh, kind of need to find different ways to say “I love you.” This is largely due to the shadow side of longterm relationships, which is where all novelty goes to die. Think about it! Like, the first time the person you’re dating watches an episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer with you, it’s a special and heartwarming occasion. You’re sitting there like, “This human really VALUES me and cares about my passions and they’re really in it for the long haul. We’re going to have such a great time with our new friends Buffy and Willow and Xander and Giles.” The 132nd time the person you’re dating watches an episode of Buffy with you it’s, you know, Tuesday night. Like you’re both invested in the story but season seven is just emotionally draining. ad_intervals[‘399873_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘399873_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that saying “I love you” when you’re
You’re probably not getting enough potassium, so make sure these 7 foods are on your grocery list
June 29, 2019 at 10:00AM by CWC If I were to compare the major minerals to members of a late-’90s boy band, magnesium would surely be the Nick Lachey or Ashley Parker Angel of the bunch—you know, the heartthrob who gets all the attention. Calcium strikes me as the mature, serious type, à la Kevin Richardson from Backstreet Boys. And then you’ve got potassium, which I’d liken to Lance Bass. Back in those days he may not have been center stage very often, but N’Sync wouldn’t have been the same without him and his perpetually frosted tips. (No disrespect, Lance—you were always my personal fave.) Similarly, our bodies need foods rich in potassium if we want them to perform like a tight piece of pop choreography. “Potassium is one of the seven essential minerals, also known as electrolytes, and plays a huge role in maintaining healthy fluid balance and kidney function,” says Brigitte Zeitlin, MPH, RD, and owner of BZ Nutrition in New York City. “It also controls the signals regulating muscle contractions and a healthy heart rhythm.” ad_intervals[‘402847_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘402847_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Although it’s super important, says Zeitlin, most people aren’t getting enough potassium. She points to data from the National Institutes of Health that shows most adults need around 4,700 mg of the mineral each day, but only about 2 percent of the population is reaching that goal. Complicating matters even more, she adds, is the fact that sweating can
Your rising zodiac sign is how others see you—so, yeah, knowing yours matters
June 29, 2019 at 08:00AM by CWC I recently discovered my status as being astrology-curious, which, among other things, means for the first time in a long time, I have something in common with my mom. While recently urging her to download the Co-Star app and quizzing her on zodiac zingers, I learned she actually has a lot to teach me. Not only does she know her chart (“Virgo sun sign, with a Libra rising and Aries moon”), but she volleyed with, “What’s your rising sign?” I had no idea. Quickly I learned that ascendant and rising signs are the same thing. “Your rising sign or ascendant is how your spirit has chosen to project you into physical reality; it’s how others see you,” astrologer Monte Farber tells me. Your moon sign is indicative of your inner self, and your sun sign is your essence and soul—it’s probably what you look for when you check your horoscope. For an analogy, Farber suggests thinking yourself as a movie projector: a bright light, a curved mirror through which to concentrate the light, and the film and its lens. Your sun sign is the light (the essence of the movie), your moon sign is the curved mirror (the inner workings that no one necessarily sees), and your rising sign is the film and lens (what the audience sees). You project your emotions (your moon) onto the world that’s colored by your light (your sun and soul), but the world only sees the image
Cut your nails too short (or chewed them to the bone)? Here’s how to make that stinging stop
June 29, 2019 at 06:01AM by CWC Confession time: Up until about a year ago, I was a nail-biter. Before I started getting regular manicures—aka the key to finally stopping the habit for good!—I was often left with throbbing fingers from mindlessly chewing away. It was basically my prime stress-reliever. Whether you chew on your nails til the cuticles bleed or cut them too short with clippers, the result is always instant regret. Fortunately, there’s a way to deal with the pain until your nails grow back out. According to Amy Ling Lin, founder of Sundays, a nail-care brand and studio in New York City, there are two things anyone with too-short nails should start doing immediately. The first is to practice good nail hygiene, because nobody wants to deal with an infection from bacteria seeping into the skin around the nail. “I would suggest soaking your hands in warm water with a small slice of lemon a couple times a day to keep your nails clean,” she says. “Lemon is a natural antibacterial and antiseptic—however, I wouldn’t suggest having too many lemon slices, as it might cause your fingers to sting.” ad_intervals[‘401736_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘401736_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); Next, grab some nail oil. A little goes a long way when it comes to soothing your nails and giving you some relief. “Since your cuticle will be weak or improperly removed, try rubbing a natural cuticle oil such as jojoba oil,” Lin says. “It’s
The easy sauces every healthy grill master needs to know
June 29, 2019 at 04:02AM by CWC The Instant Pot may be the savior of your weekday meals, but summer weekends mean the grill gets to steal the show. Burger patties, corn, eggplant, peaches, pineapple—what doesn’t taste delicious with a little fire beneath it? But as every grill master knows, when it comes to barbecuing meat, fish, poultry, or tofu, the secret to taking the meal to the next level is a finger licking good sauce. Just like how red wine pairs better with steak while white wine is best paired with salmon, different types of sauces work best for different proteins—which is where this handy recipe guide comes in. Consider it your barbecue sauce cheat sheet. Bonus: all are healthy and a cinch to make. These are the best sauces to pair with your go-to grilled protein Photo: Tastes Lovely For steak: chimichurri sauce It’s a common misconception that because steak is so hearty that it should be topped with a hearty sauce, but TBH, all you really need is a good chimichurri. This one is made with olive oil, garlic, vinegar, and cilantro. Clean, simple, and definitely yum. ad_intervals[‘403202_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘403202_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Photo: Jessica Levinson For tofu: cilantro avocado cream sauce Because tofu essentially works as a sponge, soaking up whatever liquid you pair it with, the sauce is a super important component. This dairy-free avocado-based sauce is mild, yet flavorful. Bonus: it gives great healthy fats to your
Hairstylists reveal how to get enviable beach waves, no matter your hair texture
June 29, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC There are certain beauty techniques that feel like they require a PhD to get right. Creating the perfect cat-eye flick, for one; applying red lipstick without getting it all over your teeth, for another. And my personal (least) favorite, curling your hair. No matter what type of hair you’ve got, creating the perfect “effortless” beach waves requires a deceptive amount of work. You need to have the right products, technique, and—let’s be honest— a little power from the universe on your side. But the good news is, it is possible to get the perfect beach waves of your California dreams… it just might take some work, and a whole lotta hair product. Read on for best practices, care of the pros. Understand what your texture means for your curl process First things first: Everyone’s hair reacts to a curling iron differently, and it all has to do with your history. “Virgin [un-dyed] hair can have a harder time curling and the temperature needs to adjusted based on how well the hair holds the curl,” explains Beachwaver founder Sarah Potempa. “Color-treated hair tends to be easier to curl, so you can start off with lower heat setting and adjust accordingly.” ad_intervals[‘402864_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘402864_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); Eugene Toye, senior celebrity hairstylist at Rita Hazan Salon, adds that the easiest type of hair to curl is that which has has a natural curl pattern and more moisture, while
5 Reasons All Runners (Or Anyone With Tight Muscles) Should Do Yoga
June 29, 2019 at 02:07AM How to add some flow to your running routine. Continue Reading… Author Meghan Kita | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
We Tried All The Healthy Pancake Mixes & These Were The Best Ones
June 29, 2019 at 01:08AM With keto, paleo, and vegan options! Continue Reading… Author Liz Moody | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC