Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
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Quotes That Prove Working Out Is Your Life
You eat, sleep, and breathe working out, and guess what? You're not alone. If you're obsessed with exercising and it's the one thing you want to be doing more than anything else, you'll appreciate these quotes.
Tom Hanks and Lady Gaga Are Teaming Up to Host Saturday Night Live
- Find out when Hanks and Lady Gaga are coming to SNL - Vulture
- Ben Affleck and Jimmy Fallon perform skits written by kids - HuffPost Ent
- Is Bon Iver's new album folk music or folktronica? - MTV News
- Ridiculous things spoiled by plot twists in famous movies - Cracked
- Project Runway designers make a splash with a swimwear challenge - BuddyTV
- Portlandia pokes fun at the Real Feminist Bookstore - Splitsider
- The Daily Show rips apart that racist Fox News segment - POPSUGAR News
Your Ultimate Horror Movie Calendar For October
With the rustling leaves of Fall and the sudden chill in the air, it's time to add a little spook to your season. Every year, Freeform has their annual 13 Nights of Halloween marathon, and there are plenty of new horror movies hitting theaters, but we're thinking bigger. Looking to add a scare to every single day of the month in October, right from the comfort of your own home? We've put together a horror movie calendar - a mix of cult classics, iconic films, and modern triumphs - that will have you screaming all the way to Halloween.
12 New Apps Every Parent Should Download Now
Moms and dads need all the help they can get, and some new apps aim to make parenthood a bit easier. Need a last-minute babysitter or an immediate diaper delivery? There's now an app for that. Want parenting advice, minus the judgement? Or the ability to connect you with all the coaches, class parents, and teachers in your life? You got it. You can even put your kids on the cover of their very own monthly magazine from the palm of your hand. Check out the latest crop of parent-friendly apps ahead.
This New Justice League Sneak Peek Includes a Wet, Shirtless Jason Momoa
Last day filming in the UK. It has been an amazing shoot. Big thanks to everyone involved! #JusticeLeague http://pic.twitter.com/TEjEdlo81u
- Zack Snyder (@ZackSnyder) October 7, 2016
We're still over a year away from the first of two Justice League movies, but we've got plenty of fun to hold us over until then. This week, Zack Snyder tweeted a new video from set; the clip teases plenty of action ahead, plus shows off the humorous side of all the cast members involved. It offers quite the different perspective from that insane first trailer that premiered at Comic Con back in July.
Bask in the Glory of Prince Royce's Sexiest Pictures at the Latin American Music Awards
The second Latin American Music Awards brought out Prince Royce in a dusty pink suit and sporting his gloriously shiny man bun. The bachata singer, who recently performed at the MAC x Selena launch in Corpus Christi, TX, flashed his best smirk while posing on the purple carpet, later letting the behind-the-scenes camera capture him portrait-style after his performance of "La Carretera." The results are Prince Royce at his most handsome.
18 Wedding Hair and Makeup Trends Predicted to Be Huge for Fall 2017
Each season, Bridal Fashion Week is the dreamiest runway of all. Nothing is more satisfying than staring at a bunch of frothy wedding gowns, except perhaps the romantic makeup looks, elegant updos, and whimsical hairpieces that go along with it.
If you've ever planned a wedding, you know that combing through endless photos like this can be overwhelming. So to make it easier on your engaged ladies, we've rounded up some of our favorite hair and makeup styles from Bridal Fashion Week Fall 2017. Ahead you'll find boho-chic flower crowns, flawless beach waves, and fresh lipstick ideas.
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25 Spooky (and Cute!) Tech Accessories to Celebrate Your Love of Halloween
The countdown to another great Halloween is here! Although most people will patiently wait for Oct. 31 to throw on that fun costume or indulge in a night of trick-or-treating, others are on board to celebrate all month long. So while you're busy adding more flannel to your wardrobe and planting plastic spiders all over your home, why not extend the eerie love to your tech devices?
In anticipation of everyone's favorite spooky month, we've rounded up 25 hauntingly cute tech accessories that are actually trendy and super wearable. And don't worry about anything anyone will say - keep using them after October!
This Hair Color Faux-Pas Could Make You Look Older
Broken hearts are the worst. Broken hair cuticles may be just as bad, though - at least that's how LA-based colorist Johnny Ramirez approaches things.
Johnny is known by most of you beauty junkies as one-half of Ramirez-Tran Salon (his partner is Anh Co Tran). Just follow his Instagram account and you'll find yourself down a rabbit hole of dye inspiration. Johnny and Anh have perfected the beachy, lived-in look that so many women covet IRL and on social media.
Talk to anyone who has gone to see Johnny and they'll tell you: it's a process. This isn't your pop-in, pop-out hair color appointment. When I visited him with my shoulder-grazing bob, I spent five hours in his chair. But the finished look is what keeps us coming back . . . every six months, that is.
After my appointment, I picked his brain on how hair can age you, what products every woman should own, and why you should avoid platinum blonde at all costs. Plus, keep reading for some serious color inspiration!
Sofia Reyes Looked Like an Angel During Her "Solo Yo" Performance at the Latin AMAs
When it comes to award show performances, Sofia Reyes just pulled off arguably the hardest one: standing solo at the mic.
The 21-year-old Mexican pop star, who sings in both English and Spanish, wowed the Latin American Music Awards crowd with a beautiful live rendition of her duet with Prince Royce, "Solo Yo." Dressed like an angel in a stunning white gown with a delicate cape that flowed in the faux wind, Sofia basically transported us to heaven during her chill-inducing time on stage. Press play above to watch her belt out some seriously impressive vocals, then listen to her new song, "Louder."
This Baby Is Trying to Say Coffee - but Drops Some F-Bombs Instead
This adorable little girl might learn to love coffee, but she's having some major difficulties with it right now.
When Ciara Thompson was trying to teach her baby girl how to say the word "coffee," Chloe tried her best to repeat after her mom but was completely missing it. Instead, her mom recorded Chloe attempting to pronounce the simple word but her version is a bit more mature. "When innocent morning vocabulary gets vulgar... it may be time to switch beverages!" Ciara wrote on Facebook. "No f-bombs this early baby girl ... because I'm a decent mother."
After Chloe completely (and inappropriately!) butchered the word for the fourth time, Ciara's exasperated response of "Oh Jesus," is one that every parent can relate to!
Not Only Is the Enchanted Sequel Happening, It Sounds Fantastic
Shout it from the rooftops: the Enchanted sequel is coming together in a major way! The 2007 original introduced Giselle, a textbook princess who find herself thrust into the real world, away from the singing birds of her home, the cartoon kingdom of Andalasia. The second film, titled Disenchanted, has been in the works since 2010, but now there's a script (written by David Stem and David Weiss), a director, and a tentative date to being shooting. Here's everything we know so far; check back for more later!
The Cast
According to The Hollywood Reporter, star Amy Adams is "expected" to return. No word yet on James Marsden, Patrick Dempsey, or Susan Sarandon.
The Plot
The new film will be set a decade after the events of the original. Giselle, now questioning her "happily ever after," accidentally triggers a series of events that affect both the real world and the animated residents of Adalasia.
The Director
Adam Shankman, known for Hairspray (awesome) and Rock of Ages (not as awesome), is in negotiations to direct the sequel.
The Release Date
The movie will (hopefully) begin shooting in Summer 2017, and Disney is aiming for a 2018 release. Stay tuned for an exact date!
77 Snacks to Satisfy Hunger, All Under 150 Calories
There's so much more to snacking than cheese and crackers! Here are 77 different mouthwatering, hunger-curbing snacks to enjoy every day of the month (and then some!) - all at 150 calories or fewer.
77 Snacks to Satisfy Hunger, All Under 150 Calories
There's so much more to snacking than cheese and crackers! Here are 77 different mouthwatering, hunger-curbing snacks to enjoy every day of the month (and then some!) - all at 150 calories or fewer.
Disney Channel Is Bringing Rapunzel to the Small Screen With an Adorable Tangled Series
Tangled-lovers, rejoice - the hair is back! Following the success of the 2010 feature film and the 2012 short film, Tangled Ever After, Disney Channel is bringing Rapunzel, Flynn, Pascal, and Max to the small screen in a new series slated to air in 2017. Tangled: The Series will take place in between the events of the movie and the TV short, giving Rapunzel time to get to know her long-lost parents and the kingdom of Corona. Here's hoping this new series includes tons of Pascal's chameleon humor and the ever-classic (and weirdly attractive) Flynn Rider smolder.
Watch the sneak peek of the series above with your kiddo and get excited for some quality Disney Channel TV in 2017!
Disneyland’s Beloved Halloween Apple Is Coming Back This Month
Just when we thought the list of Halloween foods at Disneyland couldn't be any more appealing, the theme park announced it's bringing back one of its long-time favorite treats: the Dirt & Worms candy apple, coated in gummy worms and crushed Oreos. Disney announced that it will be making a comeback during the month of October and will be available until Oct. 31.
If you're unable to make it to the Happiest Place on Earth this month, or want to avoid the Halloween madness at Disneyland, you can make the delicious treat at home! All you need to do is dip a Granny Smith apple in caramel before coating it in milk chocolate. Then, add gummy worms and crushed Oreos (or chocolate cookies) to the apple and drizzle dark and white chocolate on top. The technique can be seen on this DIY Mickey Mouse pumpkin candy apple video.
50+ Inventive Ways to Get Your Kale Fix
"I'm eating kale tomorrow" has become the new postindulgence refrain. We've all heard about the bounty of benefits a heaping helping of kale has to offer our stomachs and taste buds, but actually putting the dark, leafy green on your plate is a whole different story. That's where we come in! Once you've learned how to prep kale hassle-free, try one of these 51 recipes.
- Additional reporting by Lizzie Fuhr
Apparate Into the Wizarding World With These Fantastic Beasts Costume Ideas
As the newest addition to the Harry Potter universe, details about Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them have been fairly scarce. That said, with the full cast announcements and small selection of trailers, we're finally starting to get an idea of what's in store. Of course, Fantastic Beasts doesn't hit theaters until November, but we have a feeling Potter fanatics are going to want to get ahead of the trend and channel the new cast of characters for Halloween. Here's whom we've met so far.
18 American Horror Story Monsters to Channel This Halloween
There's plenty of messed-up sh*t on American Horror Story, so much so that the amount of shocking moments is quickly approaching astronomical numbers. Most of the credit, of course, goes to the strange monsters that have cropped up from season to season, from the Rubber Man in season one to the Addiction Demon in last year's Hotel. While these creatures and villains may give you nightmares, they're actually perfect fodder for a truly horrifying Halloween costume. Of course, we're hoping American Horror Story's sixth season has even more ideas in store, but in the meantime, let's look to the past for inspiration.
21 Ways You Can Channel Rihanna For Halloween This Year
It's been a big year for Rihanna, what with the success of her Anti world tour and her Video Vanguard Award win at the MTV VMAs, automatically making her one of the go-to picks for a Halloween costume. Rihanna has sported a series of memorable looks throughout the years, from her totally sheer dress at 2014's CFDA Awards to her mustard-yellow, fur-trimmed cape at 2015's Met Gala, so why not channel her this year?
This Yoga Workout Literally Lets You Walk on Water
Dive into this new workout trend that takes yoga to the next level!
This Yoga Workout Literally Lets You Walk on Water
Dive into this new workout trend that takes yoga to the next level!
Eva Longoria on Marriage: "Our Wedding Didn't Change Our Relationship"
Married life is relatively easy for Eva Longoria. The actress and director recently caught up with People at an exclusive event for her Eva Longoria Home collection at JCPenney, and beyond her excitement for the new bedding and bath editions of her line, she had a few wonderful things to say about her husband, José Antonio Bastón.
"People ask us how it is being married now, but we were always married in our hearts and our souls," she said. "So the wedding was just a beautiful party to celebrate with everyone, but marriage-wise we just are still floating from three years of being together . . . Our wedding didn't change our relationship."
This isn't the first time Eva, who is directing an upcoming (and totally exciting) episode of Jane the Virgin, has gushed about her romantic life. She previously recounted the moment she first laid eyes on Pepe, telling People: "He was the most handsome man I'd ever seen. He was so charismatic, charming, sweet and funny. I thought, Who is this guy?!" How sweet!
Thank You, Remus Lupin, For Being the Best Character in Harry Potter
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Dear Remus Lupin,
There's always plenty of discussion about which Harry Potter character is the best, and names like Sirius Black and Hermione Granger usually top the list of candidates . . . but many of us believe the title belongs to you. From your first entrance into JK Rowling's magical world to your tragic, tear-jerking exit, you provided both Harry and us, the readers, with a wonderful role model. Your humble nature, relatable flaws, honest advice, genuine concern for those around you, and willingness to learn from mistakes are only the start of a very long list of reasons why we love you.
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It goes without saying that you were the best Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher that Harry had at Hogwarts, but you taught him so much more than how to banish dementors and boggarts. Because of your influence in his life, Harry also learned how to face fear itself. You showed him the value of seeing past appearances, and giving people second chances. You showed him that flaws, even those that have social implications, do not have to define your life - though we all have monstrous qualities within us, we don't have to become monsters.
Though we all have monstrous qualities within us, we don't have to become monsters.
You loved Harry and expected nothing from him in return; you simply wanted him to succeed, and to live the full, happy life that his parents were robbed of. In helping fight for the lives of others, you lost your own . . . but even in death, you exuded selfless grace. Little Teddy might not have known his father, but there's no doubt that he was proud to be your son.
You felt too poor, old, and dangerous to be worthy of love, and your struggle spoke to the many readers who carry our own scars. And in your most shameful moment, fleeing your wife and unborn child in a desperate hope that they would be better off without you, you taught us all a lesson in humility by learning one yourself. You saw the error of your ways, apologized, and made it right; not many adults in the Harry Potter series exhibited such humility, let alone adults who were proved wrong by a teenager.
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Your struggle with werewolfism has become a symbol of hope for those with HIV/AIDs, as well as for those with widely misunderstood conditions like mental illness. By rising above those who shunned you for reasons out of your control, building a happy life for yourself, and helping others despite their mistreatment of you, you've provided an example for anybody who has felt alienated and alone.
We could go on forever about why you inspire us, but it all boils down to this: despite having all the odds stacked against you, you used hard work, a gentle spirit, and a willingness to learn from your own failings as tools to emerge happy, and to help others along the way. We love you, Remus Lupin. Thank you for being the best example we could have asked for.
Sincerely,
The Harry Potter fandom
PS: You keep chocolate in your briefcase. What's not to love?
Scientific Study Reveals 5 Reasons Moms Are More Stressed Than Dads, as If We Even Needed 1
A new study reveals that moms are more stressed out about parenting than dads?! Thank you, lead researcher Captain Obvious for whatever longitudinal experimentation went into drumming up that conclusion.
We'd like to imagine that the person who performed this latest parenting study - which was just published in the American Sociological Review - had a husband at home who kept saying, "Prove it!" when she'd complain about doing more work. But it's more likely that she reviewed timed diaries of more than 1,200 parents for the rest of us ladies . . . so that we had something to print off, tape to the refrigerator door, and point to whenever things got rough.
So, if you've been long telling your partner that you have it harder, and if by some tragic fluke, he doesn't believe you, you now have scientific evidence to back your claims. Evidence that says:
1. Moms actually have less fun being a parent.
"The good news from our study is that parents generally enjoy being with their kids," University of Minnesota researcher Ann Meier, who led the research, said. "But the bad news is that mothers are more stressed and enjoy it less than fathers." (Is he still stumped as to why? Read on . . . )
2. Moms perform worse parenting tasks. Categorically.
Scientific research quantitatively confirms that women do less of the desirable parenting tasks: "Mothers are doing different things with their children than fathers are, things that we know aren't as enjoyable," Cornell professor and co-author Kelly Musick said. "Playing with their kids is a particularly enjoyable experience for parents. And dads are doing more play as a share of the total amount of time they spend with their kids."
As for moms, "They're going to play when they have time to play, but they're going to make sure they have everything else covered," she said. "Dinner is made, the kids are bathed, laundry is folded. They do play with their kids, but when you take account of all the things they're doing, it's just a smaller share of their time."
3. A mom's role as the primary caregiver hasn't evolved with her increased presence in the workforce.
On the other hand, because of historical precedence, fathers experience less - as researchers dub it - "role strain." That's a nice, scholarly way of saying "mommy guilt."
4. Time spent away from kids is less restorative for moms. (Because it involves kids.)
"Mothers are more likely than fathers to be called on by kids "around the clock," Meier said. "Fathers' sleep and downtime are less likely than mothers' to be interrupted by kids. This is part of the reason fathers are less tired than mothers when parenting."
5. Moms multi-task, and multi-tasking is empirically the worst.
According to this research, our own brains are working against us - preventing us from relaxing or focusing - because we are performing more "sentient activities" behind the scenes. We're ticking off things in our mental to-do list, organizing events, and generally handling more tasks at once because we're more often alone with kids than dads are.
There you have it: all things you already know. You might as well go ahead and add "scientist" to your résumé and start conducting your own experiments. Oh, wait, we just outlined five reasons why that does not sound like a good use of your time. Let's all stick with wine instead.
This Halloween Makeup Tutorial Is Perfect For Women Who Want to Look Terrifyingly Glam
With the highly popular show Scream Queens taking place in a hospital in its second season, it seems fitting that one beauty blogger is taking the traditional sexy nurse Halloween costume and giving it a gruesome spin. On YouTube, Shaaanxo recently shared a sexy-meets-scary nurse makeup tutorial complete with creepy blood splatter.
The look is achieved by first applying a full face of glamorous makeup. Think full-coverage foundation, metallic eye shadow, thick winged liner, some highlighter, and red lipstick. (What's great about this part of the tutorial is that it's useful as a wearable makeup look for a sexy night out or special occasion.) The next step, however, is what brings the look into Halloween.
To get that aforementioned splatter, she uses Colour Pop's Creme Gel Colour in Best O and gently dabs it around her face and neck with a stippling sponge. She then repeats the same process with special effects scab blood and stage blood.
Though the finished result is decidedly freaky, the entire look is actually pretty easy to replicate. Check out the full tutorial above.
The Workout That Helped This Woman Lose 230 Pounds
Weight-loss success happens when you truly love to live a healthy lifestyle, as Cynthia Ortega found out. Here, she tells Zumba's lifestyle blog, Zlife, about her struggles with weight and how she finally found what works - and lost 230 pounds!
Cynthia: Before
Born and raised in Houston, Cynthia Ortega used to look in the mirror and hate what she saw. "I felt horrible and sad," she says. "I used to dread going to restaurants with my husband because I knew I wouldn't fit in the seat." Often smiling on the outside, deep down inside, she wasn't happy. She was trapped in her own body, desperately wanting to be someone else. Even her husband, who was very supportive, felt helpless.
Heavy mostly her whole life, she had never exercised and had many failed attempts with crash diets. One day, while standing in line to order pizza with her husband, a little girl pointed at Cynthia and said to her mom, "Look mom, that's a big lady!" Everyone heard it and Cynthia was mortified. In 2009, she was hospitalized with the swine flu and couldn't even fit through the MRI machine. She went into an induced coma and had to learn to walk and eat again. Due to her weight, she also discovered she had sleep apnea and diabetes.
Cynthia: Before
At a crossroads in her life, it finally clicked for Cynthia that she had to get healthy for herself and her young son who looked up to his mom and needed a positive influence. In 2013, she stumbled across a gym near her home and peeked in to see people taking a Zumba class. "It just looked like a lot of fun and something I could do." She and her friend signed up and, within one month of taking two classes per week, she lost 30 pounds! And that was just the beginning of her transformation.
Cynthia: After
Now 230 pounds lighter, she takes Zumba classes 12 times per week and puts more thought into her diet. She even started a YouTube page to chronicle her weight loss, called "BestFriendFitness" in the hopes of inspiring others out there to get healthy.
At 29 years old and married for eight years, Cynthia is inspiring her husband and family members to be healthy and eat foods in moderation. "Now, when my husband takes me out to a restaurant, I don't have to care about the chairs and if I'll fit in them. I love taking selfies and when I look in the mirror I feel great." She recently went back to the doctor for some tests and stayed four extra days to find out that all her health issues had disappeared and her heart rate was that of a fit person's!
Cynthia: After
So what is Cynthia's advice to others who are suffering from weight issues? "Find what works for you and something you're passionate about. You have to be persistent. You can't expect results from one day to the next. Zumba Fitness is challenging for me. My friends think I make it look easy, but I get out of breath . . . sore . . . tired. It's something that I truly love."
Cynthia: After
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The Workout That Helped This Woman Lose 230 Pounds
Weight-loss success happens when you truly love to live a healthy lifestyle, as Cynthia Ortega found out. Here, she tells Zumba's lifestyle blog, Zlife, about her struggles with weight and how she finally found what works - and lost 230 pounds!
Cynthia: Before
Born and raised in Houston, Cynthia Ortega used to look in the mirror and hate what she saw. "I felt horrible and sad," she says. "I used to dread going to restaurants with my husband because I knew I wouldn't fit in the seat." Often smiling on the outside, deep down inside, she wasn't happy. She was trapped in her own body, desperately wanting to be someone else. Even her husband, who was very supportive, felt helpless.
Heavy mostly her whole life, she had never exercised and had many failed attempts with crash diets. One day, while standing in line to order pizza with her husband, a little girl pointed at Cynthia and said to her mom, "Look mom, that's a big lady!" Everyone heard it and Cynthia was mortified. In 2009, she was hospitalized with the swine flu and couldn't even fit through the MRI machine. She went into an induced coma and had to learn to walk and eat again. Due to her weight, she also discovered she had sleep apnea and diabetes.
Cynthia: Before
At a crossroads in her life, it finally clicked for Cynthia that she had to get healthy for herself and her young son who looked up to his mom and needed a positive influence. In 2013, she stumbled across a gym near her home and peeked in to see people taking a Zumba class. "It just looked like a lot of fun and something I could do." She and her friend signed up and, within one month of taking two classes per week, she lost 30 pounds! And that was just the beginning of her transformation.
Cynthia: After
Now 230 pounds lighter, she takes Zumba classes 12 times per week and puts more thought into her diet. She even started a YouTube page to chronicle her weight loss, called "BestFriendFitness" in the hopes of inspiring others out there to get healthy.
At 29 years old and married for eight years, Cynthia is inspiring her husband and family members to be healthy and eat foods in moderation. "Now, when my husband takes me out to a restaurant, I don't have to care about the chairs and if I'll fit in them. I love taking selfies and when I look in the mirror I feel great." She recently went back to the doctor for some tests and stayed four extra days to find out that all her health issues had disappeared and her heart rate was that of a fit person's!
Cynthia: After
So what is Cynthia's advice to others who are suffering from weight issues? "Find what works for you and something you're passionate about. You have to be persistent. You can't expect results from one day to the next. Zumba Fitness is challenging for me. My friends think I make it look easy, but I get out of breath . . . sore . . . tired. It's something that I truly love."
Cynthia: After
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8 Killer Netflix Horror Movies For All You Slasher Fans Out There
With so many horror movies on Netflix right now, it's easy to get overwhelmed. After all, there are tons of different kinds of horror films: monster movies, psychological horror, "torture porn," even sci-fi. But there's one subgenre that's a true staple of the category: slasher films. Here's the best of what Netflix has to offer at the moment.
Sean Penn and His 24-Year-Old Girlfriend Attend Their First Public Event Together
Sean Penn and Leila George made their relationship red carpet official when they attended the Film Independent at LACMA event in LA on Thursday. The two were all smiles as they posed alongside film critic Elvis Mitchell. While the actor dressed casual in a denim shirt, his girlfriend, who is the 24-year-old daughter of actor Vincent D'Onofrio, donned a black dress and red wig. The pair was first linked last week, when they were spotted making out in the ocean in Hawaii. This marks Sean's first public romance since his split from Charlize Theron back in June 2015. He was also previously married to Robin Wright, with whom he shares two children, daughter Dylan, 25, and son Hopper, 23.
This Video Of Adele, 2 Dads, and 1 Baby Is Enough to Make Your Heart Explode
In case you needed another reason to love Adele, this video from her concert in Toronto will make your heart explode.
Although the talented performer is known to take selfies during her concerts, this adorable moment between Adele, baby Jackson, and his two dads might be the sweetest yet. After inviting Jon (who was wearing Jackson) and Steve on stage, Adele greeted each with a big hug - and then handed over her microphone to let the adorable baby express himself. After he said his peace to the audience, she offered to snap a selfie with the family before apologizing to Jackson for suffocating him in her boobs during another hug.
This lucky little one didn't seem to mind, and she also signed his orange noise-canceling headphones as a reminder of the night he shared a microphone with Adele.
What Happens in The Walking Dead Comic Books After That Major Death
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Negan has arrived, and we're already wishing he would go away. After several months of The Walking Dead fans freaking out about who the new villain would kill, April's season finale ended on a big cliffhanger. While we can only speculate as to who he murders with Lucille, we do know how the rest of Negan's storyline plays out in the comic book series. The Walking Dead TV series has veered from canon before, so we can't assume any of this will really go down on the show. Then again, we won't get new episodes of the series until Oct. 23, so we may as well read up.
At this point, you have to know that in the comic books, it's Glenn who Negan mercilessly beats to death with Lucille. So after all that ugliness, Negan and a group of the Saviors head to the Alexandria safe zone to take a bunch of stuff from Rick's people. Carl ends up hiding in the truck with Negan's men on the way back, and when he's found out, Carl uses an assualt rifle to kill a bunch of the Saviors. Rather than killing him, Negan takes an interest in Carl. He shows Carl around his compound, the Sanctuary, makes a stop to torment one of his many wives, and forces Carl to remove the bandage from his eye socket. Negan even lets Carl hold Lucille while he burns the face of a man whom his "wife" slept with.
Days later, Negan goes by Alexandria and is approached by Spencer Monroe when Rick is gone. Spencer tells him that Rick is a bad leader, and that he (Spencer) should be in charge. Negan kills him on the spot for his cowardice - RIP Spencer. Negan and Rick butt heads one last time before he leaves Alexandria, and on his way back to his compound, Negan is attacked by Rick and his crew. Negan basically laughs in his face and Rick realizes that he's surrounded by Negan's army. There's a scuffle but Negan ends up back at the Sanctuary to prepare for "All Out War." (This is a big deal in the comics.)
Rick is actually the one who initiates a fight with Negan and his men. He tells Negan to clear the space of women and children, and when Negan refuses, Rick and his men open fire. Rick's army takes out a portion of the walls, allowing zombies to pour in and flood the courtyard. In the heat of battle, Negan catches one of his men about to rape a woman from Rick's side. Negan stabs him and apologizes to the woman. Despite having several wives, Negan does not approve of sexual violence. Part One of the war ends with Negan's men bombing Alexandria with grenades.
The next day, Negan comes up with a plan to cover Lucille and all of his men's weapons in zombie guts. That way, whoever they hit will be instantly infected. They attack Rick's colony, and Rick ends up getting shot with an arrow. Negan and his men temporarily retreat, and when they go to take over Rick's people, Negan is shocked to see that Rick is still alive. Rick manages to convince him that they shouldn't be fighting; they should be pooling their resources to fight the zombies - then he slashes Negan's throat. Don't freak out; Negan doesn't die.
Two years later, Carl goes to the basement in an unknown house and talks to a shadowy figure about a girl who showed him her boobs. (I'm not making this up.) The man asks Carl if he still wants to kill him, and Carl says, "Yes, Negan. You know I do." He's been living in the basement for two years! He and Rick have some loaded discussions about mercy and why Rick is really keeping Negan alive. Negan ends up escaping with a character named Brandon Rose. He's still alive in the comics, but he's missing in action.
And there you have it! That's Negan's storyline as far as we know. Let's see how closely the show sticks to the books next season.
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Cancel All Your Fall Plans Just So You Can Lounge Around In These Everlane x Opening Ceremony Sweaters
Slipping on your coziest sweater is the best way to welcome Fall. Of course getting comfy also means we're that much more inclined to stay indoors. But rest easy, it appears Everlane and Opening Ceremony have come up with a plan to help us binge watch Netflix in style by creating 13 cashmere essentials, from cardigans to sweaters.
The collection, which launches Oct. 13 has styles for both men and women, including limited-edition cashmere sweaters: the cropped crew ($225) and turtleneck ($325). They'll be available exclusively at Opening Ceremony stores in NYC and LA, while the rest will be shoppable at Everlane. Get your #sweaterweather game on by scrolling ahead to see the snug selections.
If You're Concerned The Walking Dead Will Draw Out the Negan Death Reveal, Don't Worry
Even months later, gut-wrenching season six finale of The Walking Dead is still fresh in our minds. We're still reeling and trying to come to terms with how everything went down. Going into the finale episode, there was one thing we dreaded that ended being our horrific reality: an awful cliffhanger. In the time since, the creators' defense of the finale has fallen on deaf ears; we're too busy puzzling out who Negan kills. Even so, we couldn't help but worry: what if we don't even get our answer in the season seven premiere? To help assuage your fears, we're rounded up a few quotes that help nail down when this reveal will go down. Find them ahead, then get even more details about season seven.
Apple's New Commercial With Mary J. Blige and Hillary Clinton Is Pretty Awkward
When Apple releases new ads, they are usually inspiring or beautiful, touching videos. That's not the case in the latest ad for an Apple Music show with Mary J. Blige and Hillary Clinton. It's a little awkward to watch, and the internet agrees.
The first ad, which was tweeted out by Apple Music on Sept. 26, is to promote a new show coming to Apple Music on Sept. 30 called The 411 With Mary J. Blige. The video shows Blige singing to Clinton about police brutality and race. The snippet of the song is powerful, with lines like "It ain't no secret, no secret my friend you can get killed for living in your American skin." However, in the video, Blige grabs Clinton's hand as she sings, and it feels odd to see it happen out of context of the interview. Watch it below.
Like you've never seen them before.@MaryJBlige sits down with @HillaryClinton.#The411
Coming September 30th.https://t.co/hbaWqfjJcp http://pic.twitter.com/P2qpm3h3Pm- Apple Music (@AppleMusic) September 27, 2016
Do you feel weird? Awkward? You're not the only one, and the rest of the internet had plenty to say about it.
@AppleMusic @maryjblige @HillaryClinton http://pic.twitter.com/qu2X87pRB4
- yunq clatchèt (@whayanameis) September 27, 2016
@AppleMusic @maryjblige @HillaryClinton http://pic.twitter.com/zJlTl4Qukp
- Bae. K. Rowling (@HeelsNheartbrk) September 27, 2016
Hillary just came for snacks and MJB does this... @AppleMusic @maryjblige @HillaryClinton http://pic.twitter.com/4PeDohbWb0
- Delonté De Clou (@dilemmv) September 27, 2016
@AppleMusic @maryjblige @HillaryClinton Who thought this was a good idea? http://pic.twitter.com/R3EJ4mKeMT
- Lexis ❤️⚓️ (@mostRIHquested) September 27, 2016
@AppleMusic http://pic.twitter.com/kWPbLJ28J0
- G-Lo (@incogneglo) September 27, 2016
The second ad is a little better, as it shows Blige asking Clinton some poignant questions. Watch it for yourself below.
An intimate conversation.@MaryJBlige and @HillaryClinton.#The411 coming September 30 on Apple Music.https://t.co/hbaWqf27NP http://pic.twitter.com/9nYv3G36MO
- Apple Music (@AppleMusic) September 27, 2016
In any case, we can all find out more about what actually happens in the interview on Sept. 30 - if you have an Apple Music subscription.
The Best Cut and Styling Technique For Your Curly Hair, According to Selena Gomez's Stylist
You might be used to seeing Selena Gomez with straight hair, but the truth is she has curls for days. Her longtime hairstylist and Pantene partner Marissa Marino spilled the secret tips and tricks she gave Selena to keep her hair soft and conditioned through the Revival tour, breaking it down into easy steps you can follow, too. Straight ahead you'll find the best cut, styling technique, and treatments for your waves.
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Goldie Hawn Glows on a Morning Walk After Making Candid Comments About Marriage
Goldie Hawn was spotted taking a stroll through her Pacific Palisades neighborhood in LA on Thursday. The 70-year-old actress was glowing as she made her way down the street with a friend while sporting a pair of printed leggings and sneakers. It was reported this week that Goldie and her longtime partner, Kurt Russell, recently put their very private (and very well-decorated) Pacific Palisades home on the market for $7.25 million.
Goldie also made headlines late last month with her candid comments about her relationship with Kurt. The actress opened up about why the pair has chosen not to marry - a question she seems to get quite often, despite having the same answer - telling a British talk-show host, "I would have been long divorced if I'd been married. Marriage is an interesting psychological thing. If you need to feel bound to someone, then it's important to be married. If you have independence, if you have enough money and sense of independence and you like your independence, there's something psychological about not being married because it gives you the freedom to make decisions one way or the other. For me, I chose to stay, Kurt chose to stay, and we like the choice."
It sounds like Goldie and Kurt have it all figured out - so maybe we should stop asking?
The Doctor-Approved Secret to Clearing Your Hormonal Acne That Actually Works
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When I tell you how I finally cleared up my hormonal acne, it is going to sound so painstakingly obvious that it might even seem . . . annoying. To make a long story short: I met with a doctor who helped me balance my hormones and improve my gut health, and my skin has never looked better.
At the start of Spring, I booked an appointment with Dr. Keith Berkowitz, an MD (internist) located in NYC who worked with Dr. Robert C. Atkins (as in the Atkins diet) for six years and now specializes in how eating affects health. He gave me a glucose test, took my blood, analyzed the lab results, and diagnosed me with reactive hypoglycemia. The latter means I process sugar unusually quickly, so I can't eat much of it (even fruit!). I learned I had high testosterone levels and was iodine deficient.
According to the American Thyroid Association, iodine is an element (not made by the body) needed for the production of the thyroid hormone. You get iodine from your diet and various foods, and if you do not have enough of it, you can't make the thyroid hormone, which regulates your metabolism as well as heart and digestive function, muscle control, brain development, and bone maintenance.
I have not changed my skin care routine or received any new spa treatments.
"Women today are struggling with increased hormonal imbalance causing estrogen dominance, low levels of progesterone, and high levels of testosterone and DHEA [an endogenous steroid hormone]," Dr. Berkowitz told me via email. "This is complicated by the overall decrease in hormone levels as we age. It leads to women having dull, dry skin; a rush of wrinkles; increased pigmentation; and increased acne."
So I began on a journey to balance out what was going on internally by changing my diet and taking supplements. When it came to eating, I had previously spent a year living off of morning smoothies and eliminating gluten and dairy. Though it was technically "healthy," I was eating way too much fruit and spiking my blood sugar.
Dr. Berkowitz tweaked my diet so that I was eating more balanced, portion-controlled meals and snacks that include carbohydrates (including vegetables and fruits) with high-fiber foods and lean protein or healthy fats (like avocado). "It is important that you eat three meals and one snack every day," he explained of his general diet philosophy. "Eating balanced meals will minimize fluctuations in blood sugar and increases in insulin levels."
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He immediately added bread back into my regime, but only low-carb (Alvarado Street Bakery Sprouted Flax Seed Bread), and I can have just one piece at a time to ensure I am not carb-loading. I was permitted low-lactose dairy, such as goat cheese, since it is a great source of protein. In addition, I eat a lot of organic chicken and salmon, eggs, salads dressed with olive oil and lemon (rather than sugary dressing), and low-carb Wasa crackers topped with hummus and avocado. My smoothies were tweaked: instead of blending in four fruits, I can have one (usually low-sugar, antioxidant-rich berries). Any time I do eat fruit, I can have half the amount (such as half a pear) and mix it with protein, such as a spoon of almond butter. Eating this way has stabilized my blood sugar (I no longer get 3 p.m. sugar cravings), and I feel less restless overall.
On the supplements front, I started taking kelp supplements to help with my iodine deficiency, DIM Plus to give me an estrogen boost, and theanine, which just helps me relax at night.
I expected to debloat (I did!) and lose a few pounds (check!), but what I did not see coming was how these tweaks would significantly affect my skin. Pre-Dr. Berkowitz, I had combination skin, meaning I would occasionally get pimples in places I am greasier (usually my cheeks and chin). And every month a few days before my period, I got a few "lurkers" (below-the-skin pimples) around my chin. These are typically caused by hormones and can't be cured by creams - they have to go away on their own.
After a Summer spent traveling as far as Greece and Prague, wearing tons of gooey sunscreen, and straight-up sweating, I expected to see my usual cluster of whiteheads on my cheeks. I have also waited each month for the arrival of those chin lurkers. But for the past three months, my skin has been completely and totally clear. I have no dryness and no oiliness. The lines on my forehead are naturally smoothing out and the redness around my nose fading. I have not changed my skin care routine or received any new spa treatments.
What had changed was my gut health. "Tiny bacteria in the gut are one of the major control systems in the body," Dr. Berkowitz explained. "These bacteria have a direct role in helping maintain the health of the skin. They help your absorb nutrients needed to protect and repair itself. They protect the integrity of the gut lining. The gut lining helps protect against inflammation (which ages skin), and it protects the skin environmental toxin damage."
He also told me that gut in the bacteria can cause acne, because that area produces something called substance P. This affects sebum production (the cause of oily skin).
My gut bacteria wasn't all that had been regulated after three months of sticking to Dr. Berkowitz's plan: my hormones tested more balanced, my iodine levels were better, and my glucose more stable.
"The gut lining helps protect against inflammation (which ages skin), and it protects the skin environmental toxin damage."
"Your eating plan led to your hormones being better balanced - lowering DHEA and testosterone - and having better balance with progesterone and estrogen," Dr. Berkowitz told me when I asked how this could have affected my skin. "The lifestyle also leads to lower levels of cortisol [a hormone that regulates stress, metabolism, and inflammation] and insulin [the hormone that regulates metabolism and gives your cells energy]." He noted that when these hormones are high, it can cause drier skin and premature aging. This is because there is a connection between stress and the deterioration of cells, and skin is made up of cells.
A hormone imbalance can also cause discoloration of the skin. "Estrogen and progesterone can trigger the melasma, which are brown or light gray patches of pigmentation that most commonly appear on the face," he said. "It usually appears between the ages of 20-50 and is most common in pregnant women or those on an oral contraceptive pill."
In addition, he shared that low estrogen can lead to decreased collagen production and more wrinkling of the skin. Low levels of progesterone are associated with decreased skin elasticity. And a deficiency in DHEA is problematic, because it helps control oil production. DHEA also increases collagen production, which you want for youthful-looking skin.
When it comes to testosterone, having too much can lead to acne through an increased sebum production. So that explains why decreasing my testosterone levels eliminated my breakouts.
Though my situation was very specific, others can benefit from getting their blood tested and tweaking in specific ways that make sense for them (as instructed by a professional MD). While we are in no way telling you to run out and try a bunch of supplements to balance all of this out (please talk to your doctor first!), regulating your hormones and improving your gut health can directly give you clearer skin with better tone and texture. It happened to me!
If you get the OK from your doctor, here is a list of supplements (from Dr. Berkowitz) and what they do:
- Alpha lipoic acid: helps stop the stiffening of collagen fibers.
- Antioxidants: stop free radical production. For example, vitamins A, C, and E help to better hydrate the skin.
- Hydrolyzed collagen: reduces wrinkles.
- Hyaluronic acid: hydrates skin. (Yes, you can take the popular skin care ingredient as a supplement, as well!)
- Astaxanthin: fights free radicals and prevents damage from the sun and other environmental toxins.
Here are specific supplements for acne:
- Zinc: helps accelerate the development of new clear skin cells and reduce the inflammatory response to bacteria.
- Probiotic: promotes healthy or good bacteria and thus decreases the inflammatory response that damages skin.
- Coconut oil: helps replace the protective acid layer that keeps skin healthy and reduces inflammation.
He also shared an anti-inflammatory eating plan:
- Avoid refined carbohydrates, which increase insulin and inflammation.
- Avoid gluten, cow's milk dairy, processed foods, and excessive amounts of omega-6, which are all pro-inflammatory.
- Increase use of spices: turmeric, cinnamon, garlic, and parsley all have anti-inflammatory effects to help keep the skin healthy and slow down the aging process.
The 13 Loneliest Moments in Motherhood and What to Do About Them
The emotional rollercoaster that you experience during pregnancy is nothing compared to the ups and downs that you'll go through once your child is born. While you're surrounded by love and excitement, there are moments that can feel extremely helpless and isolating at every stage of motherhood - whether you're physically alone or not. From the first time a bully makes your child cry and there's nothing you can do about it, to when your child starts asserting their independence and begins needing you less, these are 13 times when moms feel the most alone - and what to do about it.
Gold: Matthew McConaughey Goes For Broke in the Trailer For His Oscar Contender
Despite his previous luck finding gold with Kate Hudson, Matthew McConaughey is moving on with a new partner in crime in Stephen Gaghan's shiny new adventure thriller, Gold. McConaughey plays Kenny Wells, a miserable man at the end of his rope who turns to the jungles of Borneo to fix his financial troubles. Along with an unlikely ally (Édgar Ramírez), Kenny ventures into the Indonesian wilds in search of gold, where he ends up not only getting rich but also getting plenty of attention from FBI agents eager to see his new fortune disappear. The film costars Bryce Dallas Howard and Corey Stoll and already has people whispering about Oscar season. Could it be another big win for McConaughey? See for yourself when it hits theaters on Dec. 25.
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Here's a Map With WiFi Passwords For Airports All Around the World
Anyone who goes on a vacation or travels for work knows that sitting around in an airport can feel like years. Some airports charge for WiFi, and in others it works so slowly. Never worry about that again with this map and app that has the WiFi passwords for airports all over the world.
Created by Anil Polat, a self-proclaimed "digital nomad" and writer who runs foXnoMad, a travel blog, the map has WiFi passwords to airports, and includes instructions on how to access it. In some cases, the map also includes how long the free WiFi lasts. It's updated regularly and Polat encourages readers of his blog to submit any new information or WiFi spots they find. If you don't want to bookmark the page where this map exists, download the app, WiFox, in three forms: iOS, Android, or Amazon. You can check out the map below.
Keep this map handy for the next time you're on a long layover or get stuck in an airport; you won't regret it one bit.
Nigel Barker Took the Best Part of America's Next Top Model and Turned It Into a Brand-New Show
Despite my 5'0" height, a long-lost (and kinda embarrassing) dream of mine was to appear on America's Next Top Model - so much so that I once dragged my mom to an open casting call for a "short" season of the show. While I never made it past the first few rounds, my life and career later granted me an opportunity that was just as special: a trip to the set of Nigel Barker's new show, Top Photographer, to interview him and a few guest judges.
Just like ANTM, Nigel revealed that the show follows a handful of contestants as they compete in different challenges, which they're later judged on during elimination. Yet rather than models, Top Photographer focuses on - you guessed it! - photographers, who also get an allotted amount of time to edit their photos to perfection before submitting them. The show is sponsored by Canon, which provided the equipment, and presented by Adorama, which will air all five episodes on its YouTube channel AdoramaTV.
Walking around the dramatically lit set, I got to see every contestant's stunning photos, from a shoot they did with Olympic fencer Miles Chamley-Watson to a breathtaking landscape they took from a top-secret location. I also stayed for a portion of the very nerve-racking finale but left before the winner was announced so I wouldn't spoil it for myself. Read on for all the reasons, some of which come straight from Nigel himself, that this show is bound to be a big hit. Then stay tuned for the first episode, which airs Nov. 1.
These Father-Daughter Illustrations Are Sweet Enough to Make a Grown Man Cry
It's hard to put into words why the relationship between a father and a daughter is so special. Perhaps that's why Ukrainian artist Snezhana Soosh decided to use watercolor paints.
In her recent series of Instagram illustrations, Soosh depicts the sweet-yet-silly bond between a dad and his little girl, whether it's braiding her hair or giving up a sizable portion of a king-size bed to make sure she sleeps soundly. Although the magic captured in the drawings focuses on one very loving dad (and his adorable daddy's girl), there are some any parent can relate to, like the need to look away from that massive pile of work to enjoy imaginary tea time . . . or play a rousing game of hide-and-seek.
We hope Soosh continues to paint these beautiful depictions of fatherly love - they serve as wonderful reminders that there are no limits to the ways a daddy can love his daughter.
10 Tips to Start Using Spotify Like a Pro
It's time to up your game - your Spotify game, that is. Whether you're a power user or not, there are plenty of tips to learn that will enhance your listening experience. This includes adding music from your iTunes to Spotify and offline listening. Check out the tricks we think are the most useful to know when it comes to this streaming service, and don't forget to clean your earphones before jamming out.
Finally, a Patronus Quiz That Won't Make You Question Everything You Know
When Pottermore finally released a Patronus quiz, eager Harry Potter fans were excited to discover their powerful animal guardians. Unfortunately, many people were not pleased with their results - including the film franchise's own Evanna Lynch!
A major critique of the quiz is that it doesn't gather enough information. The site has a bank of 38 total questions but only asks five, which caused people to get weird results. Even worse, the site didn't let people take the quiz a second time. Instead, people started to create a separate account using a different email address and took the quiz again.
As a result of this mess, someone decided to aggregate Pottermore's entire bank of 38 questions used in the Patronus quiz to create a more thorough and accurate quiz. The creator of the quiz then shared it on Reddit, and it has since made its way onto Tumblr.
Take the new quiz below and see if it differs from your original Patronus results. If you get salmon on both, however, maybe it's just time to embrace it.
I Got Microbladed - Here's Everything That's Happened (So Far)
I've never gotten a tattoo, and I didn't plan on ever getting one. But when you see the transformation that comes as a result of microblading, it makes you reconsider.
I actually heard about microblading from Bella Thorne. Well, not directly through her, per say, but she had just been in studio for an episode of Pretty Unfiltered, a show I host here at POPSUGAR, and I started following her on Snapchat immediately after. She visited Microblading LA to get her brows done. I had seen the term thrown around a few times online, but the idea of getting something permanently done to my face freaked me out, so I never thought twice about it, until I saw Bella's brows.
Microblading is a procedure that essentially makes any and all brow products worthless to you, because you will not need to use them when you get the procedure done. It's a cosmetic tattoo that fills in your brows or, in some cases, creates a beautiful, sculpted, natural-looking brow, sometimes out of nothing. A technician uses ink and a handheld blade to create hair-like cuts into the skin. You know the meme that compares your brows? "Left brow: Speaks three languages, top of her class, helps the homeless. Right brow: lives with her parents, gets arrested, has no life goals." It speaks to me on a personal level. Getting my brows to a good place each morning takes too much time! It's not that I have nonexistent brows - my hair is coarse - but there are definitely patches of hair missing.
I try any and everything for our viewers, so I offered my brows up as a test. (You know, in the name of journalism.) And, of course, I wanted to go to the best, so I reached out to Lindsey Ta and Microblading LA. There, they have four rooms for clients, along with a larger studio that serves as their training academy. Lindsey, the owner, has been in the permanent cosmetics world for several years and won the 2016 World of Microblading Championship in Amsterdam this year. To say she knows symmetry of the face would be a gross understatement.
Before the Appointment
Lindsey was kind and personable during our correspondence, and two days before my appointment, she advised me not to take aspirin, drink alcohol or caffeine, or eat omega 3s, explaining all of these things could thin my blood. She also explained to me that clients who receive injectables should refrain from this service for at least two weeks after their last appointment.
The Appointment
"I tell everyone to expect a two-hour appointment," Lindsey said. The first hour or so is mostly for the mapping process and for getting to know the client. Lindsey says learning about her clients' lifestyle can help her give them perspective when it comes to their brows. For instance, someone who swims a lot or sweats a lot might not have as long-lasting results as some of her other clients. And I learned it's not how much or little brow hair you have that matters. Instead, the real focus is your skin type. If you have oily skin, the results might not last as long, either.
In terms of how long they last - that's the second question I always get (first coming later on) - it can be anywhere from one to three years, depending on your lifestyle. I imagine with my job, which has me consistently washing my face or doing some kind of crazy face mask at the drop of a hat, that mine won't last past a year, if that. But it sounds amazing to not have to do my brows every morning!
After filling out paperwork and chatting with Lindsey, she sat me down in front of a brightly lit vanity and offered me a mint. "We're about to get real close," she said as she popped one in, too. Then, she stepped back toward the vanity and looked me straight on, to my left and my right, observing my brows from every angle.
"Your left eye is smaller than your right," she said, matter of factly. She was right: having eye surgery as a child to remedy a condition called ptosis, I've noticed that my left eye has always been smaller and in the past year has started to droop. I shook my head. "I'm going to shape your brows so they look a bit more symmetrical." This excited me - perhaps I won't need another surgery to remedy this issue.
Mapping the Brow
First, they use a pencil to map out the brow. It's a very confusing process because they essentially create a giant outline of your brow, and I was worried I was going to look like a caricature of myself. Lindsey explained that they would never create single, straight, harsh lines on my brow. These lines are like a coloring book: they're guides to fill the brow in. They also mark the brows to indicate when the hair stroke should change direction, hence the vertical lines on my forehead.
Then, they use a 3D waterproof pencil to create hair strokes to use as a guide for the actual tattooing process. Once that is finished, she let me look at the shape and give my thoughts. Initially I was worried that they were too close together, but she reminded me that it would be fading, and the hairs wouldn't be as stark as the guide she created.
With my approval, she shaped my brow with a razor, cleaning up underneath and essentially lifting my brow. Then, she applied topical numbing cream, and 20 minutes later, I was lying down to get my first tattoo - on my face, no less!
The Process
The number one question I've received throughout all of this has been "does it hurt?" Yes and no. The numbing cream makes it so that you don't feel any incisions, but it's not perfect, so there were times I could feel a bit of discomfort when she was making the hair strokes. And let's get real: she was using a blade to cut open my skin! Of course it wasn't going to be pain-free. I'd describe the entire process, though, similar to an itch. She pulled my skin taut and sliced, kind of like creating a bunch of tiny paper cuts. I know this sounds painful, but it was more annoying to me than anything.
She created the incisions, and as she went, she filled them with ink. Lindsey asked some secrets of her practice to remain secret, so what I'll say about the ink is that it's, apparently, different than ink they used for standard cosmetic tattoos, so when it fades, it doesn't turn gray or purple; it just kind of disappears over time.
After the first round of incisions (about 30 minutes), she went back and fixed any imperfections. Then, she coated the brow with a layer of ink to seal her work. Two minutes later, I was looking in the mirror at my new brows.
After the Appointment and Aftercare
Staring at my new brows, I was shocked to see that this normal "dip" I have in the tail of my natural brow was completely gone: she'd filled it with the most perfect hair-like strokes I've ever seen. The sparse patch at the front of my brow had vanished, and she'd also created a few strokes closer to my nose, bringing them in a little.
The numbing cream wore off about an hour after the appointment, and it felt like my brows were on fire. They were fairly sore, too. (Again, I wasn't surprised.) Lindsey told me before the appointment that there were a variety of aftercare instructions, one being that I couldn't wash my face for a week.
SKIIIIRT. What?! Washing my face gives me great joy. I was not amused by this tidbit, but she explained that there is a "dry healing" period in which the brows will need to essentially scab over and shed. To prevent any scars and to help them heal quickly, it would be essential for me to keep my brows from getting wet for at least a week, which definitely made removing eye makeup and taking showers a very detailed activity. Oh, and picking off the dead skin was also a big no-no.
The good news, though, is that I was not allowed to sweat excessively, either, so it's too bad that I couldn't go to the gym, either. Truly.
It will be about four to six weeks before my brows fully heal, and during that process, I'll notice my brows get super dark, shed, get super light, shed, and them become the shade they were intended to be. After six weeks, I will return for a touch-up appointment.
1 Week Since the Appointment
I've been keeping a diary of sorts on Instagram regarding my microblading experience. The day after the appointment, my brows were so dark that I could have been mistaken for Groucho Marx or Bert from Sesame Street. I have found that I wear more eye makeup right now, since my brows are darker, because I want to balance them. Cleansing cloths from Olay and Q-tips have been my new best friends when it comes to makeup removal, and my Beautyblender has made applying moisturizer stress-free.
Over the past week, they've been itchy, and it's taken every inch of me not to scratch them profusely. Randomly, a little piece will hang off my skin and look like dandruff, which is super sexy, and at night, I know that my boyfriend probably has nightmares about my glistening, ointment-coated brows. But I have to say, not filling in my brows has changed me. It's a time saver, that's for sure. I have had to fill in the places where the brows have shed, but Lindsey told me that would happen and I could use brow powder to help.
3 Weeks Since Appointment
My brows feel fully healed, but Lindsay told me it would take about 4-5 weeks to see results. I do notice some areas that need to be touched up to make the brows look perfect without makeup, as I'm filling in some spots with powder right now. However, I'm loving that my brows as super low-maintenance!
The Cost
And the third most asked question: how much does it cost? Microblading LA charges between $700-$1,500 for this service, depending on how extensive your brow application is. If you're filling in a few spots, it's going to be less expensive than going in and getting an entire brow drawn onto the skin. Nationally, it seems the standard rate starts around $500.
Yes, it's an investment, that's for sure. If time is money to you, it's definitely worth it. I'm going to keep reporting each week on the status of my brows and how the process is going, so check back frequently to learn more about the process! Below is a photo of me, nothing on my brows, pretreatment, and a photo of myself on set six days later. I have nothing on my brows, even though I do have on more makeup.
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