Let's be real. Taking those five minutes morning, noon, and night to brush and floss your teeth isn't exactly the most exciting part of the day. In fact, it's pretty dang monotonous and there's great temptation to cut corners. That said, oral hygiene is super important — and not just because it keeps cavities, stinky breath, and infections away. Your oral health is actually tied to your greater well-being and, more specifically, your heart health.
When we use a mirror, we're typically using it to apply our various serums and facial oils and to master our gua sha technique. We aren't looking in the mirror wondering how we can achieve the same look of said mirror on our skin. Well, we are now. Mirror skin is the coveted look du jour and it very much is about getting the same effect as a mirror. It might sound a bit abstract, but the regimen is crystal clear. (Sorry!) We asked experts about the latest skin care trend and how to achieve mirror skin.
For years now, moving to a more eco-friendly, sustainable manufacturing model has been gaining momentum. It's been a bit slower going than what many might like, but the shift is definitely happening. In addition to new brands dedicated to producing cleaner products, tried-and-true brands are switching gears, too. In fact, you might have even noticed that some of your favorite beauty products are getting the eco revamp. We've rounded up some of them here, along with a couple of brands that have long been clean but are going into overtime to do innovative stuff in the clean space.
Hands up if you're dreaming of spring already? You are not alone. Besides some vitamin D and a cozy #SelfCareSunday routine, one can brighten up the dark days of winter by bringing out their pastel makeup products now. Soft shades shouldn't be relegated to warm weather. A baby blue coat or mint green sweater are dreamy this time of year and that philosophy applies to pastel eye shadows, lip colors and blushes. Pssst: Pastel makeup products also instantly enliven a dead-looking complexion for Zoom meetings.
Some wear their hearts on their sleeves, but why not on your face? We wouldn't recommend it quite so literally — especially after Valentine's Day — but we do encourage romantic makeup looks. They're the kind of beauty looks that make hearts flutter. Think cat eyes, glowing skin, pretty pink, no-makeup makeup that enhances your natural beauty and red lipstick, of course. The flirty makeup is perfect for date night (Zoom dates included), when you want to show yourself some love or any time you're feeling romantic.
