Treat chapped lips and avoid “lip balm addiction” with these insider tips. While the dry air of winter is usually to blame for chapped lips, there are a number of contributors (such as excess licking habits or sun exposure) to a parched pout. Our lips generally have a thin, oily film on the surface that provides natural protection against moisture loss. When factors strip that level of protection, lips lose moisture and become chapped. Thankfully, there are many steps you can take
Beauty Secrets of the U.S. Olympic Figure Skating Team (Exclusive!) These Sochi headliners are about to skate the performance of a lifetime. Here’s the inside scoop on how they plan to look good while doing it. Every four years, the world is mesmerized while figure skaters, who are certainly athletes first and foremost, captivate with a glittering sense of artistry while performing physical feats of grace on ice. And it’s all done on 4-millimeter steel blades, while wearing more sequins than Liberace. The
Dermatologists say hot baths are bad for your skin, but that won’t stop us when it’s 10 degrees outside. Here’s how to make a bath a skin-safe ritual. Few things feel as cozy and comforting as a warm soak in the tub. The deep relaxation helps ease muscle tension, headaches and cramps, whether you’ve been sitting at a desk all day or standing on your feet. And on a psychological level, the experience transports us to a safe place. “Taking a
Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen clear the air on the recent multi meltdowns. Confused by articles saying that you shouldn’t take vitamins? So are many. But not us, because we read what we called in our US News and World Report Blog the “fine print” of medical studies. There’s a lot of misunderstanding being spread around about supplements these days. If it all seems like too much to swallow, here’s a breakdown to help it go down smoothly. Following a review by the US
Wondering whether to ditch your antiperspirant? We examine the science to see if you really have to choose between B.O. and breast cancer risk. A troubling email went viral back in 1999: “I just got information from a health seminar that I would like to share,” the email read. “The leading cause of breast cancer is the use of anti-perspirant. Yes, ANTI-PERSPIRANT.” If you got that email or a similar version, which has been making the rounds for years, you might have
Make the most of your gym time by exercising with your body shape in mind. Here’s how to find your best fit. Not all workouts are created equal. By tweaking your exercise routine according to your particular body shape—whether you’re Hourglass, Circle, Triangle, Ruler or Inverted Triangle—you can help balance out your physique and make the most of your beautiful body. Not sure what your body shape is? Take our Body Type Quiz or read our Body
It’s not called “beauty sleep” for nothing. Getting enough shut-eye is key for healthy and beautiful skin and hair. Behind every glam morning is a good night’s sleep—and we’ve got the science and products to prove it. Beauty sleep isn’t just an empty phrase we use to justify sleeping in; there are actually proven ties between deep zzz’s and enhanced looks. Your body’s regenerative process is maximized during shut-eye, which is super beneficial to our skin. Melatonin, a hormone with powerful antioxidant
Ask a Scientist: Does Washing My Hands in Hot Water Cause Dry Skin? The Scientist: Susan Stuart, M.D., a dermatologist in La Jolla, California The Answer: Though it may seem like a more effective way to wash your hands, scrubbing up with hot water doesn’t do your skin any favors, especially during the brutal winter months. Because cold air doesn’t hold humidity well, it’s very dry and leaches moisture out of your skin—especially those parts that are most often exposed
A Cookie Recipe That’s Actually Good for You Try this prunetastic recipe to tame your sweet tooth and protect your skin from a harsh winter. Brrr! It’s cold out—and the Arctic Vortex isn’t exactly helping our skin. What’s more, the cold also makes us crave sweets, which can get in the way of our attempts to make better food choices. But here’s a healthy and incredibly enjoyable way you can both protect your skin and satisfy your sweet tooth: this gluten-free and
Teas that Are Natural Health Remedies While people love tea for its flavor, did you know that tea originated as a medicinal drink thousands of years ago? Check out the amazing healing properties and health perks (weight loss included!) of different tasty varieties of tea. Consider trying a natural tea remedy before hitting the medicine cabinet next time something ails you. Green Tea Though it seems to have been around since the beginning of time, green tea has solidified its massive cultural popularity
