September 17, 2019 at 12:00AM by CWC September is in full swing, which means that by now you’ve likely traded your iced coffees for hot matcha lattes, your bike shorts for leggings, and your flimsy tees and tanks for cuddle-worthy knits. Sweater season is officially upon us, but But if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent the better part of the last week realizing that some of your favorite go-tos didn’t exactly hold up quite as well as you’d hoped. Sure, some (literal) wear-and-tear unavoidable, but a lot of that stretching, pulling, staining, and overall pilling could easily have been avoided. If only we had all taken a little bit better care of our sweaters. This Fall, however, we vow to be better. So, in preparation for the chilly days ahead, we turned to Valerie Macaulay, co-founder of knitwear brand La Ligne for tips. The three pillars of success, which should become wardrobe commandments from now through spring? Wash, store, repair (repeat). Read on for how to do all three properly for your coziest fall yet. Wash: As knits are most often layered over at least one under top, you don’t have to wash them after every single wear. That is, unless you’ve spilled something that needs to be attended to stat, in which case we’ve got you covered. For every other situation, Macaulay suggests either a dry clean or hand wash, never something as harsh as a washing machine cycle. “Depending on the sweater, I will either dry clean or
Day: September 16, 2019
We found the “Swiss Army Knife” beauty products that do it all for dry skin
September 16, 2019 at 11:37PM by CWC Growing up, I remember dreamily sorting through my mother’s bins of beauty products: There were tubes of lipstick, compact blush palettes, brushes of all different sizes, eyeshadows—the whole gamut. But the only specific product that I can recall nestled in there? A tub of Vaseline. The iconic old-school beauty staple has been around since 1872, so it certainly says something that it’s still flying off the shelves. But there’s a good reason why this stuff has had such staying power, and why we’ve seen so many similar moisturizing balm products hit the skin-care aisles over the last century and a half: Because when it comes to dry skin, they do it all. “These skin-care products include oil-based occlusive agents that help seal in moisture and slow down water loss,” says David Lortscher, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and CEO and founder of Curology. “They’re especially beneficial for skin wounds because hydrated surfaces allow the skin cells to more quickly close wounds.” While he points out that pure petrolatum (as Vaseline is) can feel greasy on oily and acne-prone skin, it hasn’t been shown to clog the pores—plus, the new iterations out there are formulated to better suit all skin types. Dr. Lortscher says these soothing skin heroes are great to apply whenever your skin’s extra thirsty, or in cold weather when it’s dry outside and “your skin may need a thin layer of a heavier moisturizer to help it adjust to environmental changes.” Basically, these
Can Drinking Tea Improve Your Brain Structure? Science Says Yes
September 16, 2019 at 10:39PM A new study, published in Aging, showed that regular tea drinkers have better-organized brain regions compared to non-tea drinkers. Continue Reading… Author Gretchen Lidicker, M.S. | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
It’s your socks, not your shoes, causing that colony of blisters on your feet
September 16, 2019 at 10:37PM by CWC I’m smack-dab in the middle of training for the New York City Marathon—and FYI (perhaps TMI?), my foot hygiene situation is not good. Heading out for 15-milers might be the exact opposite of getting a pedicure, and none of my scrubbing has yielded any aesthetic results. I’ve pretty much come to terms with the fact that my feet will look decidedly not cute for the next couple of months, but I refuse (refuse!) to accept the blisters. Little did I know that my socks might be what causes blisters. Through the fitness grapevine, I heard that working out in cotton socks is a very bad idea if you’re hoping to keep your feet blister-free. Doug Tumen, DPM, FACFAS, a board-certified podiatrist based in New York’s Hudson Valley confirms as much. “Cotton socks can be a primary cause of blisters because of how they handle the moisture,” he tells me. “Although the cotton can absorb moisture, it leaves it in close contact with the foot making the foot more vulnerable to blister development.” Even more of a problem arises when cotton socks are too small for you, adds Miguel Cunha, DPM, founder of Gotham Footcare. When your socks get wet, they’ll rub against your skin barrier and create even more friction. (So, yeah, that pair of Hello Kitty one you still have from middle school need to be tossed—like, yesterday.) Now that we’ve covered why cotton socks basically suck, the podiatrists have a few ideas
5 healthy dinner recipes with 5 ingredients from Trader Joe’s
September 16, 2019 at 09:01PM by CWC You don’t have to pick up a paint brush or start writing the great American novel to tap into your creativity. My recommendation is to head straight to Trader Joe’s and let your imagination run wild in the gastronomy wonderland that is the aisle frozen food aisle… or, like, any other section of the store. One of the supermarket’s many humble brags is that its variety of products can be mixed and matched into dishes that are at once delicious and so. easy. Once you know how to pair the pre-made foods with veggies and other finds, five-ingredient dinners suddenly become not only possible, but delightful. If you’re skeptical, please allow me to back my Trader Joe’s claims with edible proof Here are five unexpected ways to bring together a meal with only a handful of Trader Joe’s buys. Trader Joe’s dinners are on the table fast with 5 easy recipes Photo: The Minimalist Baker 1. Salsa Soup I’ve waxed poetic about this soup from blogger Dana Kaplan before and—can’t stop, won’t stop. The starter is a simple jar of Trader Joe’s salsa and with just a few additional ingredient, you wind up with a soup that could warm the most frigid soul. In winter, it’s oh-so-cozy to eat in the office. And, since it packs avocado, black beans, and sweet potatoes, you get the healthy fat, protein, and complex carb combination that will help you feel satisfied when you put your spoon down.
This $15 cleansing milk rivals micellar water when you need to melt away makeup
September 16, 2019 at 08:29PM by CWC Removing makeup is one of my least favorite things, ever. Putting it on? Always a good time. But when it comes time to take it off, it can be really hard to get rid of every last bit—looking at you, liquid eyeliner!—for a totally clean face. While micellar water typically comes through like a champ, there’s another buy that might just be even better. The cult-fave Collosol No Rinse Cleansing and Softening Milk ($15) won’t break the bank, but it delivers results comparable to pricey department store brands. You only need to put a few drops of the beloved French-girl product on a cotton pad to remove all traces makeup on your face. It also doesn’t leave your skin feeling dry and stripped in the process. Instead, it’s left super-soft and glowy. Reviewers say it’s great for their sensitive skin, too, removing makeup without any irritation. Now that all already sounds great, but what’s really cool about this product is that it’s a twofer. You can use Collosol Cleansing Milk for a luxurious bath, too. All it takes it two or three capfuls added to warm water for a gentle soak that nourishes your skin from head to toe. You’re probably applying lipstick all wrong. Here’s how to get the perfect red pout: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NH8sxEKPjTI] Sleep with your makeup on? It happens. Here’s how a derm says to deal. And if you need to clean your makeup-removing pads, this is exactly how to
“Bio-adaptive botanicals” give your skin what it needs, when it needs it
September 16, 2019 at 07:25PM by CWC Picture the harshest climates in the world, where extreme cold and excess heat defile everything in their paths. Somewhat surprisingly, plants are still able to grow (and even thrive) in these places. Take the resurrection plant, for example, which is a desert species that can look dead, but bounce back when watered. Or maral root, which can survive in an alpine-level elevation where even trees can’t grow. These superhero plants are called bio-adaptive botanicals and they alter to their environments, depending on where they are. Good news: They’re coming to your beauty products, so that your skin can reap these incredible benefits like dealing with freezing winters or dry AF summers. “These are not new—if you think about it, these compounds have been known for a long time in Traditional Chinese Medicine for their health benefits,” says Anganel Davis, director of North America for Nu Skin. Some are even what you’ll hear called “adaptogens” in the wellness industry. “Bio-adaptive botanicals, when put on the skin, can also help the skin withstand daily stress and what the environment places on the skin, like pollution,” says Davis. That’s adaptogens job too. “Adaptogens help the skin and body adapt to environmental stress,” says Barbara Close, herbalist and founder of Naturopathica. “When applied to the skin, they function like an antioxidant, soothing and repairing free radical damage.” So, they’re smart plans and they help your skin function better than it does on its own. “Adaptogens react as needed
There’s a fine line between giving support and attempting to ‘rescue’ someone—have you crossed it?
September 16, 2019 at 07:22PM by CWC An armor-clad rescuer fighting off fire-breathing beasts in an effort to save the princess trapped at the top of tower might be the tropiest of all tropes. Outside the realm of fairy tales, there’s a fine line between being supportive and stepping in to solve someone else’s problems, says psychotherapist Sarah Jane Crosby, MA. Before taking action to help a friend in crisis, consider whether your intended action is slipping into white knight territory. After all, it’s the 21st century and we’re all perfectly capable of slaying our own dragons (with our friends cheering us on from the sidelines). “We rescue by taking on the responsibilities of another,” writes Crosby in an Instagram post. “Supporting involves actively listening to someone, without betraying ourselves or our boundaries.” While the urge to help others is in itself human and empathetic, it often comes at the expense of sweeping our own feelings aside. “We attempt to rescue someone from feeling distressed when we provide solutions without being asked, or tell them what we think they ‘should’ do. Support asks what is needed and doesn’t say, ‘I told you so’,” explains the psychotherapist. View this post on Instagram T H E R E S C U E R [p a r t 3] [art/words: @themindgeek] —— In this series, we’ve been looking at the role of the Rescuer; signs we may play this part in relationships + reasons we do so. But how can
8 foods to avoid that cause constipation—because the struggle is real
September 16, 2019 at 06:51PM by CWC I might regret asking for too much information, but when’s the last time you pooped? If it was earlier today—or, be honest, right now as you’re reading this—congratulations. But if it’s been a minute since you’ve had an Instagram scrolling sesh in the bathroom, there’s a good chance you might be dealing with a case of constipation. A lot of people—one in five, to be more precise—are constipated. Particularly women. And even if you’re having a bowel movement every day, experts still say you could be constipated. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, all you need is one of the following symptoms: fewer than three bowel movements per week, straining to start or complete a bowel movement, having a stool consistency that looks like rocks and pebbles, and/or having a feeling of incomplete emptying. If you think you might be constipated, there are plenty of possible explanations behind it, from a lack of exercise and water to too much stress. But your diet is one of the biggest. Here are eight foods that could be part of the problem. You might want to avoid these foods that cause constipation 1. dairy Milk Drinking a lot of water can help with constipation, but milk only halts your progress. According to the Cleveland Clinic, it can cause constipation in some people because it’s harder to digest. In fact, an older, smaller study of chronically constipated participants found after up to 15 days of not having a
How Much Epsom Salt Do You Put In Your Bath To Fight Anxiety & Pain?
September 16, 2019 at 07:00PM It’s a common mistake to use less than the recommended amount of Epsom salt in your bath, which means you’re not getting the full benefits of magnesium. Continue Reading… Author Gretchen Lidicker, M.S. | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC