Confession: since I was a kid, I've had a terrible fear of the dentist. Though I always had kind, patient doctors, the mere idea of sitting in the chair, letting them dig through my mouth was enough to send me into full-on panic mode. I grew brave enough to make — and meet — appointments without my parents once I became an adult, but the anxiety always crept in. It didn't help that after doing seven months of Accutane, I found myself with a dozen cavities and needing a few root canals, thanks to extreme dry mouth. After spending far too much money (since insurance covers next-to-nothing) on dental work, I was excited for a year abroad when I wouldn't have to worry about my pearly whites. That is, until six months later, and an infection under one of those root canals spread, and I had to have a tooth pulled...in Thailand. An army of friends supported me (and one faithful friend held my hand for three hours) but the experience made my dentophobia deepen.
Searching for something to give your lashes a little extra oomph? A great fiber mascara my just be in order. Fiber mascaras are typically made with, well, fibers. The concept may sound counterintuitive, but these little fibers cling to lashes and help build both length and volume, without heaviness or clumping. Think of it like applying baby powder between coats of mascara — they add extra bulk and definition and really amp up the drama.
When it comes to the art of face washing, we take it pretty seriously. We carefully select our skin care products and practically give ourselves a facial twice a day. That said, no matter how long you spend on your skin care regimen, a good face cleanser is key.
Puny tresses are a thing of the past. This season, it's all about BIG, bold, beautiful hair. From teased pompadours to natural curls, big hair is back and better than ever. The models on the pre-fall Versace runway had to-the-sky styles and we loved every minute of it. They used hair extensions, but you could go au naturel. These Instagrammers show us how to do it, providing inspiration and tutorials for every type of hair: long or short, thick or baby fine. So get out those products, from shampoo to finishing spray you're going to need 'em. Blow dryers, brushes and styling irons too. It's time to get huge.
If you're like most people, the start of the new year signals a time to recommit to a regular fitness routine. The thing is, it's easy to get bored at the gym, especially if all you do is run on the treadmill. That's why we asked top fitness and wellness experts for what they think is going to be popular in 2019. The following nine trends will make working out more fun so that you can reach your goals this year.
