November 02, 2018 at 04:00AM Every time I leave my apartment, my two dogs (both rescues, both under 15 pounds, both insanely adorable) essentially freak out. When the two glorified puffballs spin in circles and bark louder than it looks like they should be able to, it brings to life how I feel when I’m without my phone. And phone separation anxiety—or nomophobia, the fear of being without your phone—is a real and really common thing. It’s estimated that 66 percent of adults in the United States have nomophobia. It’s become such an issue, in fact, that Apple’s latest update, iOS 12, includes an app for tracking screen time to help people be more mindful of their phone usage. Google has a similar version of this included in it’s Digital Wellbeing initiative as well. I’d find myself in the middle of the workday lost in a random Instagram scroll…multiple times within a few hours. Focusing on a specific task felt really difficult, and I’d bop around from my phone to my email to writing without really getting much done. And considering there are a whole host of problems associated with using your phone too much, I started to worry about my phone usage. I’d find myself in the middle of the workday lost in a random Instagram scroll…multiple times within a few hours. Focusing on a specific task felt really difficult, and I’d bop around from my phone to my email to writing without really getting much done. “One of
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Quiz: The revamped clean makeup look you need for fall (tested by our editors)
November 01, 2018 at 06:30PM Swapping sky blues and corals out of your wardrobe in favor of more fall-friendly colors like cranberry and rust is as much a marker of fall’s arrival as seeing pumpkin-spice [fill in the blank] touted everywhere. But as your wardrobe shifts to warmer textures and colors, your makeup lineup will need to follow suit—which is why fall is the ideal time to take a Marie Kondo-style pass at your beauty cabinet and ditch last year’s autumn-hued products in favor of upgraded (and cleaner) versions. To streamline the process without chucking your entire makeup bag and starting from scratch, we teamed up with clean-beauty authority Honest Beauty® to help you find your new go-to look for the season—and yes, we tested all the products. “The lip crayon is *Italian chef hand kiss* a creation like no other.” The crowd favorite? The Truly Kissable Lip Crayons, which come in tons of fun shades. One Well+Good designer immediately adopted her Sheer Petal crayon into her everyday rotation, and another gushed over the super lush texture saying, “The lip crayon is *Italian chef hand kiss* a creation like no other.” Take it from us: these are the products that will actually make you look forward to putting makeup on every day (yes, even on weekends). Take the quiz below to find the natural fall makeup look to suit your personality—and click on the hotspots to shop your picks. @import url(“https://www.wellandgood.com/wp-content/plugins/imagelinks/lib/imagelinks.theme.default.css?ver=imagelinks”); Invisible Blurring Loose Powder Dust this talc-free powder over
There are 3 known types of depression—and SSRIs don’t work for one of them
November 01, 2018 at 03:16PM For some people suffering from depression, SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), the most common form of antidepressants—are true life-savers. The only problem? Unfortunately, they don’t work for everyone, and new research has revealed why that might be. In a study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers looked at the health data—which included sleeping patterns, life history, and gene expression and was gathered from blood tests and questionnaires—from 134 individuals, half of whom had been recently diagnosed with depression and the other half a history of the mental illness. What they found was what they’ve always suspected: Depression is crazy complex, and there’s not just one standard type that everyone perfectly fits into. In fact, they’ve now found, there are three. According to the researchers, those three sub-types of depression are characterized by two factors: level of functional connectivity of the brain (or, how well the different areas of the brain sync with one another) and whether you’ve experienced childhood trauma. And those factors play a big role in determining whether SSRIs will be able to treat the mental illness or not. While SSRIs worked for sub-type D3 (low functional connectivity of the brain and no childhood trauma) and D2 (high functional connectivity of the brain and no childhood trauma), they didn’t for sub-type D1 (those who have high functional connectivity of the brain and a history of childhood trauma). “There has been a growing body of evidence—not just this study—that some people with depression who
The role you play in any group, according to your Myers-Briggs personality type
November 01, 2018 at 02:47PM In every group setting—friends, family, workplace—you can can see people fall into certain roles. The leaders plan, the lovers soothe, the mediators fix, and the charmers put a smile on the faces of others. (Or, as I like to think of it, the Carries bring everyone together, the Samanthas give support, the Mirandas get s**t done.) Your social function is likely determined, in part, by your Myers-Briggs personality type. Introverts are often behind-the-sciences types, whereas extroverts take center stage to execute their role. (Don’t know what your type is? Read this first!) What’s your unique space in the group? Read on. Graphic by Well+Good Creative ISFJ: Caretaker ISFJs never complain about their role making sure others feel seen, supported, and soothed. You’ll be the first to notice when a friend has disappeared from group functions for a while (and call her up), and the last to leave a party when everything is all cleaned up. While you often have a thankless job, just know you help relationships, parties, and office places run smoothly. ESFJ: Organizer ESFJs are the Team Moms for soccer, the organizers at the school fundraiser, or planners of the charity gala. Detail-oriented and full of energy, you step up for this role so frequently it’s eventually just handed to you. When it comes to organizing, the extravagant and the minor, you are a force of nature. ISTJ: Enforcer At heart, ISTJs are rule followers who know the world is more efficient if
Google searches for anti-itch lotions are up 180%—here are our faves
November 01, 2018 at 01:45PM The natural progression of winter-skin woes goes something like this: First comes dry skin, then comes itching. So if the dropping temps have you digging your nails down your appendages, never fear: You’re so not alone. Google searches for anti-itch lotions are up 180 percent, and New York City–based dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, MD, says a handful of skin-care ingredients are at your beauty-rescue disposal. “Anti–itch lotions contain ingredients that either reduce inflammation, soothe the skin barrier, or mask the itch,” he says. Look for over-the-counter products that include one percent hydrocortisone (he says most do). It’s a topical steroid that the derm deems a “fire extinguisher” that puts out inflammation rather than flames. Translation: No. More. Itching. A couple of Dr. Zeichner’s favorite anti-itch potions include Aveeno Cracked Skin Relief CICA Ointment for Dry Skin ($13), which contains colloidal oatmeal that soothes and protects the skin to combat the dryness that causes itch in the first place, and Sarna Sensitive Anti-Itch Lotion ($11), which has two cooling ingredients: camphor and menthol. And if you’re looking for even more recs, check out a few Well+Good editors’ favorite’s below. Keep reading to shop our editor-approved anti-itch lotions and potions Apothecanna Extra Strength Relieving Spray, $38 “My skin really responds dramatically to insect bites, which I was reminded of two weeks ago on a cycling trip when a spider bit me on the leg. (Long story.) The area was cherry red and itchy as hell. I couldn’t stop wanting to scratch. I used the Apothecanna
GENERATION ANXIETY
November 01, 2018 at 01:42PM Mental health, modern times, and what wellness can do about it. From always-on work environments to trigger warnings of massive scale (ahem, global warming, #MeToo, and the state of politics), it’s no secret that we’re more anxious than ever before, and it’s going to take a lot more than a spin class to fix it. The good news? The stigma is being lifted around mental health, backed by research and a new era of personal openness. And within that, we have an opportunity to connect. In our next Well+Good TALK, we’ll do just that. Hear from experts on the pre-winter coping skills, slew of new resources, and wellness practices you need to combat seasonal depression or ongoing anxiety—and head into the holiday season if not your best self, then a more balanced one. Because together, we got this. EVENT DETAILS Monday, November 19, 2018 6:30pm-8:30pm Location: The Assemblage NoMad | 114 East 25th, New York, NY 10010 THE PANEL Lo Bosworth | Founder and CEO, Love Wellness As the founder of Love Wellness, a women’s wellness company that offers honest, natural, and doctor-recommended products, Lo’s mission is to help women heal and flourish from the inside out. She also co-hosts women’s empowerment podcast Lady Lovin’ and shares her thoughts on life and entrepreneurship on TheLoDown.com. Minaa B. | Author + Licensed Social Worker Minaa is a licensed social worker, creative expressive coach, and author of the book Rivers Are Coming, a collection of essays and poems
Seeing a new hairstylist? Here’s Jonathan Van Ness’ top tip for nailing the consultation
November 01, 2018 at 01:00PM Hairstylist and celeb Jonathan Van Ness‘ mane is the stuff of beauty legends. (I mean, has the grooming guru with the shiniest strands had a bad hair day in his life? Ever?) Since the Queer Eye star has gained notoriety for refashioning even the most unkempt of manes into Patrick Dempsey-level hairdos, I couldn’t resist asking him about the best strategies for collaborating successfully with a new hairstylist. Because entrusting someone new with your tresses can totally elicit some feelings of stranger danger. “I’m most off put by a new client who sits down and immediately says ‘no hairdresser gets it right.’ Don’t open new relationship by explaining why the last one didn’t work,” Van Ness straight-up preaches. After all, you wouldn’t (or rather shouldn’t) start a first date by agonizing over your last S.O.’s shortcomings. So, the same logic applies here. “Don’t say ‘do whatever you want!’ You have a baseline understanding of what you’re looking for—collaboration is what you’re looking for.” —Jonathan Van Ness Once you sit down, great attitude and all, set into motion Van Ness’ next tip for making the most magic happen: Bring lots of pictures and show your new hair guru. “Don’t say ‘do whatever you want!’ You have a baseline understanding of what you’re looking for—collaboration is what you’re looking for,” he says. In other words: Own that haircut, honey! Walking out with a fresh snip that makes you feel effervescent starts with asking for exactly what you want. When you’re picking
Bored with ‘booch? Water kefir’s the new fermented drink you’ve gotta try
November 01, 2018 at 12:49PM For the past several years, kombucha‘s had the probiotic beverage market on lock. But there’s a new fermented drink on the rise that just might give your old fave a run for its money. It’s called water kefir, and it’s even being hailed as—dare we say—the new ‘booch. Chances are, you’re already familiar with “regular” kefir. “Traditionally, kefir is made from milk that is fermented, which means that it contains beneficial bacterial strains,” says functional nutritionist Brigid Titgemeier, MS, RDN, LD. (It looks and tastes like a drinkable yogurt, says Christy Brissette, RD, president of 80 Twenty Nutrition in Chicago.) Water kefir, on the other hand, is a dairy-free, vegan alternative. Granted, the bacteria in milk kefir helps break down the lactose—so people who are lactose intolerant may still be able to have it, says Brissette. But it may still contain milk proteins like casein and whey, and some people are sensitive to those, adds Titgemeier. Instead of milk, “water kefir is made by fermenting water [or coconut water] with kefir grains, a combination of lactic acid, bacteria, and yeasts,” explains Brissette. The term “kefir grains” simply comes from the way they look—they’re not actual grains. The result is a kombucha-like beverage loaded with gut-healthy bacteria, but one with lots of benefits all its own. There are a few main differences between water kefir and kombucha While water kefir is fermented with kefir grains for a day or two, “kombucha is made using black or green tea, sugar,
Here’s how to tell how much water to drink while sweating
November 01, 2018 at 12:49PM There are a whole lot of things you’ve got to take into consideration when you’re tackling a run. What should I wear? What route should I take? Am I going to do it alone, or should I hit up a friend? Something that commonly gets overlooked: How much water should I drink when running? When it comes to exercising, your hydration strategy is just as important as your training plan. And if you’re one to overlook getting in the necessary amount of H2O before, during, or after your workout—the work itself can suffer. “Our metabolism runs on a lot of different things, but we need water available to function properly,” says Heather Milton, MS, RCEP, CSCS, an exercise physiologist and clinical specialist at NYU Langone’s Sports Performance Center. “When you are dehydrated, even just a little bit, it can cause reductions in performance. In order to get the most out of your workouts, you’ll want to be on top of your water game.” Dehydration also decreases your sweat rate, which is how your body regulates temperature. When you sweat less, the effort can feel harder (an increase in what science types refer to as “rate of perceived exertion”) and you’re at a greater risk for overheating. So what’s the Goldilocks amount of hydration? Exercise aside, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest women drink 2.7 liters (91 ounces) of total water each day. To prep for effort, the American College of Sports Medicine
Why every woman should own a pair of seamless leggings—whether she works out or not
November 01, 2018 at 12:35PM From pastel colors to leopard print, certain activewear trends hold the spotlight only for a season or two. Then, there are those with staying power such as seamless. (No, I’m not talking about the delivery food app.) Whether they advertise it or not, many top workout labels like Varley, Alala, Alo, and more create leggings, bras, and tops from seamless textiles. In technical terms, that equates to a fabric that is knitted in a circular fashion before the pattern is cut and stitched together. “Seamless doesn’t mean ‘no seams’, it means fewer seams because of this production process,” explains Andrew O’Sullivan, chief marketing officer of the Swedish activewear brand, Casall. “Seamless garments are really flexible, both in the fabric and styling.” —Andrew O’Sullivan, chief marketing officer of the Swedish activewear brand, Casall “Seamless garments are really flexible, both in the fabric and styling,” O’Sullivan adds. “The fabric is figure hugging and moves in harmony with the body, providing the opportunity to style across the day from wake up, to work, to work out, to wind down.” Alissa Benishai, founder and chief executive officer of Phat Buddha, started her line seven years ago and has been a leader in the seamless space ever since. “The consumer is more educated now than ever before and has discovered the pure luxury and comfort of wearing a seamless garment.” As the boundaries between work wear, streetwear, activewear, and loungewear continue to blur, seamless pieces fit in across all categories from