Even as a veteran beauty editor, I find product labels confusing. Since the FDA doesn't regulate the term "natural," shopping for clean beauty buys is one of the trickiest tasks. I partnered with New Beauty to produce and host this video on "How to Shop for Clean Beauty Buys" in hopes it'll help you cut through the clutter. Well, at least some of it! Check it out and let me know what you think.
Benefits of Drinking Pure Salt Water
Five Concealers that Double As Eye Creams
In my latest for Well + Good, I spoke with a makeup artist to find out the must-have ingredients to look for in our under eye concealers. Turns out, they're so moisturizing they double up as actual eye cream. Check out the story and my picks here.
Our Favorite Peel Off Face Masks
Scrolling through your Facebook feed, you’ve probably seen videos of people painfully peeling off their face mask and telling you not to embark on that experience. They’ve probably scared you from wanting to try one, but don’t give up just yet. We have found three peel-off face masks that were easy to use and left us with smoother, brighter skin.
How to Exfoliate for Your Skin Type
Exfoliating your face is a crucial step in your regimen. However, the wrong method of exfoliation can do more harm than good. In fact, it can send your complexion in an extreme direction, making oily skin even oilier and dry skin even drier. Check out my latest for Well + Good on How to Exfoliate for Your Skin Type.
Three Vegan Recipes Worth Trying This Fall
The Importance of Stretching for Leaner Muscles
As a hardcore yogi and #barrebabe, I understand the importance of stretching in order to look and feel my best, however I find many of my friends and readers tell me they skip it before or after working out. When it comes to The Bar Method, I appreciate that the class strategically fits stretching exercise in between the tucks and pulses to compliment the toning movements. I spoke with Founders of The Bar Method Hoboken, Lucy and Melissa, to find out just how important stretching is during a barre class and in life.
Costume Inspired Lipsticks that Work Well After Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner. Have you thought about what you're going to dress up as? If you're anything like us, then you're probably going to stick with a classic costume and turn it up a notch. Here, we chose the best lipsticks that go with the most iconic costumes (think Marilyn red). The best part? Each shade can be added into your makeup bag – permanently.