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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Free People Turned Its Customer-Favorite Bralette Into a Flattering Dress, and It's Selling Out
For years, customers have been singing the praises of this Free People Adella Bralette ($38) for its pretty details and supportive design. It has a whopping 1,000 reviews on Nordstrom, and almost every single customer gives it a perfect five stars. That's why we straight-up freaked out when it was announced that the brand made a dress version of the bra. This Free People Adella Dress ($88) was released just days ago, and it's already selling out.
The dress is amazing because it gives you the support of Free People's famous bralette, yet it's flowy and feminine. It comes in seven different colors, including black, blue, white, yellow, and blush. Whether you're headed on vacation or need a springtime dress, this will be your new favorite. It looks cool dressed up or down; we'd throw on a denim jacket over it on chillier days. It also includes adjustable straps in the back for a perfect fit.
If you're curious about this dress, we suggest buying it ASAP - sizes are already disappearing on Nordstrom and Free People's sites. Consider it an investment, because you'll be wearing it from now till the end of Summer.
Hunter Released Pink Iridescent Rain Boots So Pretty, Even Disney Princesses Aren't Worthy
For once, we are excited for the rain! These brand-new Hunter Short Nebula Wellies ($145) just dropped online, and we need an excuse to wear them ASAP. The pink iridescent finish is downright magical - we can't stop staring at them.
The boots feature a buckle accent on the side, logo detailing in the front, and treaded rubber soles. Basically, they're perfect. Believe it or not, the boots sold out on Free People in just hours, but you can buy them on Amazon as well. Hurry up and make the purchase!
This Matching Gingham Set Is the Only Thing I'm Wearing This Spring - For Less Than $75
There's something about a matching set that always sells me. Not only does it make for a cute outfit but the separates are easy pieces to mix and match with everything else in my wardrobe. I recently discovered this matching Button-Back Tank ($25, originally $36) and Essential Print Crop Pants ($22, originally $44) set from the latest POPSUGAR at Kohl's Collection and knew I needed it.
My favorite part about the checked set: every time I wear it, everyone thinks I'm wearing a jumpsuit. Other days I rock the flattering pants with a tee, denim jacket, and my favorite sneakers. I also layer the top with a white turtleneck and pair with work trousers for the office. The ways I can wear both pieces are endless. Plus, they're super comfy and feel like I'm wearing pajamas all day. So what are you waiting for? Keep scrolling to shop the affordable set before it's gone.
Finally! We Found 21 Comfortable Heels You Can Walk in From Morning Till Night
If you're going to wear heels all day long, you need them to be comfy. There's nothing worse than awkwardly hobbling around because your feet hurt. Luckily, there are a plethora of stylish options that are supportive. We rounded up our favorite picks for you to shop through, so get those credit cards ready. Your feet deserve a treat.
The Internet Is Divided Over This Viral Pineapple Hack, and I Really Don't Know What to Believe
I love pineapple, but I'm not sure pineapple loves me back. The tasty tropical fruit is almost irresistible to my taste buds, but it leaves me with an itchy mouth, and it's oh-so-annoying to cut. At least, that's what I thought before I saw Tik Tok user @dillonroberts22 peel his pineapple piece-by-piece. Uh, excuse me? How has this hack just been lying in plain sight?
I'm not the only one thoroughly mesmerized by this trick. People on the internet went into an uproar over the video, and quickly tried to put it to the test in their own kitchens. Here's the thing: it only works some of the time. LA Times columnist Lucas Peterson and many others didn't see success when trying the hack themselves. Others found that a superripe snack pineapple (and maybe even some time in the microwave) is necessary to get the juicy, fall-off-the-core chunks. I guess there's really no way to know for sure until I try it at home.
Ahead, see a few attempts at this viral hack: the good, the not-so-good, and the straight-up messy.
Remember Your Favorite Childhood Snacks? Well, Now You Can Get Them on Amazon
Here at POPSUGAR, we're suckers for anything nostalgic. Recently, when a coworker mentioned a craving for a specific childhood snack, we did some digging, and found it on Amazon. But that's not all - Amazon has a treasure trove of craveable snacks that remind us of a simpler time. Some are the authentic version, some are the 2019 (slightly) healthier version, but they're all delicious.
81 Gadgets on Amazon Customers Will Buy Till They're Out of Stock - We're Predicting It
Each time we think we have found every last cool product on Amazon, the site sucks us in with ever more stuff. The retailer is a treasure trove for unique gadgets that make life easier, but it can be hard to sift through them all. That's why we created an ultimate guide for you to shop through. Check out these mind-boggling inventions and buy one for yourself.
32 Space-Saving Furniture Pieces That Will Totally Reorganize Your Tiny Home
If you're on a mission to get organized and redecorate your tiny home this season, start by investing in space-saving furniture pieces. To help you find the perfect picks we curated a list of 32 stylish and useful choices that will make all the difference. From trundle beds to compact dining sets, you'll be shocked at the affordable prices, too. Keep scrolling to shop our favorites.
This Odor-Neutralizing Hand Soap From Amazon Gets Rid of ANY Smell, Including Garlic
I love garlic, but I hate the way it makes my hands smell. I usually give my hands a quick wash after I finish chopping any cloves as I'm prepping dinner, but I could never really get rid of the strong smell until I discovered Kirk's Odor Neutralizing Hydrating Hand Soap. This is not exactly a new discovery - the brand has been around since 1839 - but it's new to me. For the past few months, I've been using the Lemon & Eucalyptus scent in my bathroom and the Rosemary & Sage scent in my kitchen, and is it weird to say I look forward to washing my hands more than I normally would?
The soap has a natural, hypoallergenic formula that's free of sulfates, parabens, phthalates, artificial fragrance, and harsh chemicals, which is something I personally care about as I strive to put more clean products on my skin. It's extremely soft, and while I love the fresh scents, I like that there's a fragrance-free option too. You can find Kirk's in some stores including Whole Foods, but it's also available on Amazon, which is even more convenient. Spaghetti night in my house is now even more enjoyable, thanks to this odor-obliterating soap.
The 10 Coolest Discounted Gadgets From Amazon's Top-Secret Overstock Section
We've got a shopping secret we'd bet big money you don't know about. Amazon has a hidden overstock section filled with thousands of discounted products. There are all sorts of unique items, but it's the clever gadgets that have truly captured our attention. Shop through the most genius stuff we could find, and invest in a few fun products for yourself.
Say Goodbye to Your Old Couch - This Genius Futon Sofa Is Easy to Use and Only $265
If you're looking to spruce up your living room with a new sofa, you've come to the right place. We recently discovered this stylish Novogratz Vintage Tufted Velvet Split-Back Futon ($265, originally $349) at Walmart, and were totally floored by its quality and affordable price.
Its sleek mid-century modern design was what originally caught our eye, and we were surprised to learn it's also a futon. Simply fold down the back and it turns into a sleeper sofa, perfect for guests. It comes in five shades, including gray, beige, blue, green, and a pretty pink. The couch currently boasts over 100 rave reviews from customer who were blown away by their purchase. The best part: it looks almost triple the price!
Don't drag your feet on this deal because we know they're already selling like crazy. Keep reading to see for yourself and shop all the colors.
A Hotel in New Orleans Is Offering a $15,000 Stay to the Guest With the Stickiest Fingers
Let's be real, we've all had that moment in a hotel where you talk yourself into stealing the tiny shampoo bottles and soaps, because they're going to throw them out after you leave anyway, right? But one hotel in New Orleans is encouraging guests to prove they can get away with taking more than just lavender-scented toiletries. The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria hotel, is hosting a contest in celebration of its 125th anniversary - and it's going to take a true thief to rake in the $15,000 prize. So how do you earn this extravagant reward?
"The person that offers up the most outrageous stolen item from our hotel between now and July 1, 2019 will receive seven free nights in our Presidential Suite, along with free private dinners cooked by the executive chef, and spa experiences," General Manager Tod Chambers told Condé Nast Traveler. "We'd estimate nearly 700 of our logoed Sazerac glasses are 'borrowed' from the bar during the holiday season alone. This is letting us recapture a little history and have some fun doing it," Chambers added. "In a way, knowing they have something that reminds them of our Roosevelt in their own homes? Well, that leaves us flattered," he said.
A one-night stay in the hotel would total $1,500 per night for the room alone, making the total prize worth $15,000 - way better than mini shampoos!
"In a way, knowing they have something that reminds them of our Roosevelt in their own homes? Well, that leaves us flattered."
Originally known as the Grunewald Hotel, which was founded in 1893, the hotel became the Roosevelt in 1923 and has since developed a rich history and seen thousands of guests, including musicians such as Louis Armstrong and Ray Charles. After 125 years, Roosevelt guests have had plenty of time to swipe more than their fair share of bathrobes, hotel keys, pillow covers, menus, vases, and hotel decor (sneaky rascals). Past guests can feel free to return any item from the hotel without judgment. One person even returned an entire tablecloth, and kudos to them for pulling off that creative escapade.
In order to enter the contest, you have to have visited sometime in the last century or so and gotten away with a pretty amazing keepsake - which means new guests are NOT encouraged to steal from the hotel (anymore). As far as limits to what can be returned? "We will accept any item from any time period in the building's hotel history for our Historic Giveback Contest," Chambers said. "We want to celebrate her entire past."
A Mirror With a Built-In Speaker Confirms the Best Part of Going Out Is Getting Ready
It's a well-known fact among my group of friends that getting ready to go out is almost guaranteed to be the highlight of our nights. When we all lived together, we'd get ready together, running between rooms to approve outfits or help someone with their hair, and always blasting our favorite new music. Now that we no longer share an apartment, we still want to recreate some of our best memories together, and now we can, thanks to this iHome Lux II Vanity Mirror Bluetooth Speaker ($150).
This cool gadget does what we've always dreamed; it's a makeup mirror with a built-in speaker. The double-sided round mirror has built-in illumination, so you have Youtuber-quality lighting at a fraction of the price. One side is a standard mirror, while the other has a whopping seven times the magnification, so you can make sure your cat eye or red lip is perfect. It's portable and rechargeable, meaning you can get ready anywhere. Plus, it's got a speakerphone and a USB port, so you can charge your phone and maybe talk to your best friend if they're not in the same room. The beauty powers that be have answered our prayers, and we're so grateful. Now, all that's left to do is pick your playlist - and your lip color.
Related: I'm an Expert Beauty Shopper, and These Are the 15 Best Items I've Ever Bought on Amazon
The World's Smallest Vacuum Might Be For Mini Messes, but It's Majorly Adorable
Listen, we've all had that moment at work where it's 3 p.m. and, in the excitement of tearing open a granola bar or a pack of crackers for a much-needed afternoon pick-me-up, crumbs go flying and you're left staring at a keyboard covered in snack debris. Then, of course, you're frustrated because you have to worry about cleaning crumbs out of every single crevice. Urban Outfitters is offering a teeny solution for this major problem - and it comes in the form of an adorable miniature vacuum cleaner.
While the World's Smallest Vacuum ($15) is understandably less powerful than your average vacuum cleaner, it still has the strength to give your work desk the Spring cleaning it deserves, or to encourage your toddler to help clean up after going wild with the glitter on an arts and crafts project. One brave shopper even used it to vacuum her cat! See more photos of the miniature vacuum below and snag one for yourself at Urban Outfitters or even at Walmart.
These Disney Vintage Travel Posters Have Me Ready to Discover a Whole New World
A Disney park attraction isn't the only way to visit the famed locations of some of your favorite Disney films. Many people would argue that a handful of the fictional settings in films like Aladdin and The Little Mermaid mimic real places, which is why the folks over at Upgraded Points, an online community that teaches users how to earn travel points and miles, created a series of vintage-style travel posters honoring iconic Disney locations.
Each poster honors a fictional Disney city like Aladdin's Agrabah and The Little Mermaid's Atlantica, and just looking at all of them is just giving us the travel bug. Read ahead to see each one, and be prepared to want to make a Disney-themed gallery wall with them all.
4 Easy Ways to Stop Bananas From Browning
While bananas are an inexpensive fruit and perfect for a healthy, on-the-go snack, they often tend to brown shortly after you buy them. Despite the fact that my family loves them in smoothies, bread, or just by themselves, we've still thrown out far too many bananas over the years that have ripened faster than we could eat them. I cringed at the waste, so after a little research, I now have a few tricks I use to keep bananas around a little longer.
- Mix Up Your Bag. As a preventative measure, make sure to buy a few yellow bananas that are ready to eat as well as a few very green bananas that still need time to ripen.
- Block Out Light. To preserve your bananas that are already ripe, simply place a kitchen towel over the ones that you don't want to ripen anymore. By protecting the bananas from natural sunlight, it ups their shelf life by a few more days.
- Keep Them Separate. Another tip is to be sure that the bananas are separated from other produce. I used to rest my avocados on top of the bananas and found that it only made both the bananas and avocados ripen faster.
- Use Saran Wrap. Finally, placing saran wrap around the stem of the cluster of bananas helps keep them fresher longer. Some stores may already do this, but if not, a quick wrap should do the trick!
Since starting these tricks, my family has thrown away very few bananas. Instead, we get to enjoy them at our leisure instead of stressing over the expiration date!
This Surprisingly Stylish Fruit Fly Trap Is the Best $12 I've Spent in a While
Above: my fruit fly trap. I realize there's no fruit in this photo, but technically the wine used to be grapes.
I have no idea why I get so many fruit flies at home. I don't even keep that much fruit around (yes, I know, I should probably eat more fruit) but they show up anyway, conspiring to float around my apartment and drive me completely crazy. My dog may look adorable swatting at them, but I do not - which is why I've tried nearly everything to keep them from killing my vibe by killing them instead.
After some trial, error, furious Googling, and a polite complaint to my landlord, I started looking for DIY ways to rid myself of them forever. While there are lots of fruit fly traps on the market, they're not very cute to look at - but I had faith that somewhere, someone had to be smart enough to design an aesthetically pleasing trap that could also lure fruit flies to their death. My search came to an end once I found the RSVP Endurance Fruit Fly Trap ($12) on Amazon, which is not only stylish, but also discreet: the white ceramic looks sleek, and the stainless steel cover matches the rest of my kitchen appliances (one friend actually thought it was a salt cellar, which, LOL).
It's incredibly easy to use; you fill it with about 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar and a small drop of regular dish soap, put the lid on, sit back, and watch those suckers take the bait. Have I gleefully sipped a glass of wine while watching a fruit fly navigate its way into a hole and ultimately meet its demise? Yes. And did I let out a hearty witch cackle? Also yes. (I really hate fruit flies, in case you were wondering).
15 Practical and Stylish Dining Sets You'll Be Shocked Cost Less Than $250
Shopping for a new dining room table and chairs can be overwhelming. There are so many choices to shop, and it can get expensive. To make sure your experience is more seamless than ever, we scoured the internet and uncovered 15 useful and stylish dining room sets that come with everything you need for less than $250. From mini bar sets for two or large family tables, you'll be shocked at these elevated picks. Keep scrolling to check out our favorites before they sell out.
Don't Waste a Drop of Booze at Your Next Outdoor Party With These Reusable Can Caps
Outdoor party season is the best. You get to enjoy warm weather, sunshine, and cold, canned beverages while chatting with friends (nothing says Summer like busting out some koozies). But a few major problems can arise when you're dealing with cans, including losing track of which one is yours if you put it down, bugs (namely bees) flying inside, and spilling. That's where these Canper's Reusable Can Caps ($12) come in. Not only are they super cute, but they can also be closed, which will hold carbonation longer and prevent spillage. So, whether you're hanging around a bonfire or on a boat, sipping your favorite drink just got a whole lot easier.
Itching to Move? These Are the 20 Happiest Cities in America
Despite the many things currently going on the world - in particular the US - there are still many towns where its residents (for the most part) feel content, happy, and heard. NerdWallet just released their Happiest Cities in America list for 2019, and we have a feeling that some of these spots may surprise you. Whether you live in one of these cities or want to plan a visit (who wouldn't want to go to a happy town?!), they've all excelled in a few big categories for happiness, including emotional and physical well-being, income and employment, and community and environment. From sunny California towns to Arizona's desert, keep reading to see all 20 of the country's happiest cities.
14 Patio Sets Perfect For All Your Summer Parties - For Less Than $200
If you're looking forward to hosting outdoor parties and BBQs this season, make sure you have the perfect patio furniture to do so. To make shopping easy, we hunted down the 14 most stylish pieces that cost less than $200 on the internet. From picnic tables to comfy conversation sets, no doubt you'll find something that works for your space. Keep scrolling to shop our top picks.
Lay's Is Releasing a Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle Flavor, and I'm Weirdly Into It
Lay's has been known to introduce fans to some pretty out-of-the-box potato chip flavors in the past, so if you're wondering if I was surprised to see that the brand is releasing a Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle flavor next month, the answer would be no. The exciting new chip is a product of Lay's new "Turn Up the Flavor" program, which is rolling out three brand-new flavors inspired by the most popular genres of music: pop, hip-hop, and rock.
Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle chips were designed to mimic the "distinct beats and spicy lyrics" of hip-hop, while the two other newbies, Wavy Electric Lime Sea Salt and Kettle Cooked Classic Beer Cheese, were inspired by pop and rock, respectively. Each flavor will be available in stores nationwide beginning on March 4 for a limited time. Read ahead to get a better look at the flavors and their packaging.
There's No Need to Use the Force When Your Pet Is Attached to This Light-Up Lightsaber Leash
Is your dog walking toward the dark side or the light? There might be a way to tell, and it comes in the form of these Star Wars lightsaber leashes ($12-$45). Since there's no way to use the Force to keep your pets in line, a light-up lead can do the trick and make your nightly walks more fun.
If you exist to defend the Empire, connect your furry friend to a glowing red lead, and seethe together. If you're more of a Jedi, never fear - there's a blue light-up leash for those sworn to protect the galaxy. Both Star Wars leashes reach 45 inches total, and each one will maintain its three light settings (blink, fast blink, or constant) for eight to 16 hours. Check out a few photos of the lightsaber leashes in action ahead, then hurry and shop both styles for yourself before they sell out.
I Got a Facial on the Inside of My Mouth, and the Results Were Incredible
Facials: most of us know them, and many of us love them. At POPSUGAR, we're always looking for the most innovative treatments to step up our skincare game, and I just found my new favorite. When the opportunity arose to have an appointment with celebrity facialist Michaella Bolder, I jumped at the chance. Aside from having extensive knowledge of facials, she had one big selling point: her specialty is an inside-of-the-mouth facial. Yes, it sounds gross, but I promise it's not, and the results were impressive.
Bolder felt that the general day-to-day facial wasn't doing enough, so after researching and training in various Japanese techniques, she found adding this mouth massage to her lineup of facial offerings to be a success. In my opinion, there are two types of facials: a "relaxing" facial and a "get sh*t done" facial. I was yet to come across one treatment that could do both, until now. Bolder's treatment combined facial techniques that manipulate muscle and stimulate lymphatic drainage, effective products, and the relaxation of massage.
Better yet, this facial technique is Meghan Markle-approved. The duchess once quoted that it "literally massages your face from inside your mouth! Insane, right?" My rationale: if it's good enough for her, it's damn well good enough for me.
If you're still thinking "what the?!" to a facial on the inside of your mouth, keep reading and I'll give you all the reasons it's one of the best facials I've ever had.
The Modern-Day Mullet Is Staging a Comeback (Yes, You Read That Right)
There's no delicate way to address this, so we're just going to come out with it: the mullet haircut is staging a comeback, and yes, you read that right. Oh, wait, don't go! We have good news, and it's that this is not the same throwback look you might remember from the '90s (because that one firmly belongs in a Joe Dirt movie or the "Achy Breaky Heart" music video).
"This haircut is for someone who is confident, who steps outside the box, and whose style is on the edgier side."
No, the 2019 rendition of the faithfully divisive "business in the front, party in the back" style is much cooler and way more low-key. Celebrity hairstylist and cofounder of Nine Zero One salon Riawna Capri has dubbed it "the chillet" - a chill mullet. "It's a more modified and more fashion-forward version of the mullet," she said, adding that you needn't commit to the full chop to reap its benefits. "The definition of a mullet is short at the front and sides, and long in the back. Obviously [Madison Paige's, pictured here] hair in the back isn't longer than the hair in the front, but it has the illusion or silhouette of a mullet, as opposed to an exact copy."
Consider asking your hairstylist for more of a shag hybrid or curtain bangs to soften the look, and be prepared to bring in inspiration photos - like the ones ahead - of styles you like, plus one of Billy Ray Cyrus . . . you know, to show off what you don't.
If nothing else, just remember: "This haircut is for someone who is confident, who steps outside the box, and whose style is on the edgier side," Capri said. "Ultimately, when you're wearing a unique hairstyle or piece of clothing, if you have the confidence to rock it and be different, everyone else will love it, too."
29 Ridiculously Flattering Short Hairstyles For Natural and Textured Hair
Twist outs, wash and gos, rod sets - if you're natural and looking to switch up your style, the options are vast. Good news is you don't even need a ton of length to do it. Even with shorter hair, you can still craft up some cool looks. But full transparency: shorter isn't always easier. If you've ever had a low cut, you probably can attest to the fact that it can be harder and sometimes more frustrating to maintain a style. Of course, in some cases, you can just wake up and go, but most often, having short hair means forfeiting the option to just throw it all into a pony. Maintenance with short cuts can be a lot, but having the flexibility to do a quick, oftentimes commitment-free change makes it worthwhile.
For a bold style choice that requires less daily work on the styling front, a vibrant color or some part art may be the way to go. Or try some pretty accessories to help camouflage an awkward in-between phase. No matter what your state of short, there's plenty of incentive to get your spirals spinning.
You Ain't Never Had a Friend Like MAC! The Aladdin-Inspired Collection Is Here
In a collaboration so fitting it seems dreamt up by Walt Disney himself, MAC Cosmetics is releasing a three-piece collection inspired by the forthcoming live-action film Aladdin. The news comes days after the release of the full-length trailer, and the playful collection will consist of a fuchsia lipstick, nine-shade eye-shadow palette, and bronzer - which, by the way, has a magic lamp embossed on it.
This comes after MAC previously released a collection for the live-action Cinderella in 2015, as well as a Disney villains collection in 2010. Though the beauty brand has yet to release the names and prices of the actual products, MAC has confirmed the entire range will be available on May 16, ahead of Aladdin's release on May 24. Check out the fun (and very strategic) collection ahead.
Let Your Manicure Show Spring Is Here With These 13 Nail Polish Colors, All on Amazon
One of our favorite parts of Spring - besides warmer weather, longer days, and all the flowers blooming - is switching up our beauty routines. First on the list is our nail polish colors; we're putting away our deep burgundy and plum polishes in favor of gorgeous pastels, fun neons, and shimmering shades. The only thing more exciting than adding to your nail polish collection is that all these covet-worthy shades are on Amazon.
Dose of Colors Is Launching a Minnie Mouse Collection, and We Can't Handle How Cute It Is
Dose of Colors is launching a special-edition Minnie Mouse Collection, so now your makeup vanity can be the most magical place on earth. The line makes perfect sense. For starters, Minnie Mouse is a beauty icon. (Just look at that statement hair accessory and lengthy lashes.) She's had the hearts of Disney fans and partner Mickey Mouse - whom Dose of Colors also created a collection for last November - captured for 90 years now. In this set of limited-edition makeup, you'll find everything from a neutral eye and cheek palette to matte liquid lipsticks in essential shades - all of which have the iconic cartoon character's face on them. There's even a set of lightweight false lashes because, well, of course there is.
Ahead, see a preview of the entire line, which will be available on the brand's site on March 18 and Ulta Beauty on April 21.
The 1 Beauty Trend Meghan Markle Does That Nobody Has Noticed
It's no secret that the royal family doesn't often reveal dramatic hair and makeup transformations, preferring to make small adjustments and trying different trends in a very understated way. Princess Diana had a very sneaky way of cutting her hair so that the public wouldn't even notice: her hairstylist Richard Dalton once said, "We had to do it one-fourth of an inch at a time over several weeks." It seems that old traditions still ring true for the young royals when it comes to beauty. Although Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton definitely try new hairstyles, there's one thing the young royals don't experiment too much with: makeup.
We recently noticed that Markle has been using the age-old trick of using lip liner to create a naturally fuller looking lip, and now she's experimenting with eyeliner, too. Though Meghan's no stranger to a black liner, during the duke and duchess's tour of Morocco, she took the eyeliner right into her waterline on the upper and lower lids, most probably taking inspiration from the Moroccan tradition of wearing kohl. It's a look we haven't really seen before on the duchess during her royal duties but definitely one we're going to take inspiration from.
That's not all: Markle also experimented with very subtle pops of color during the tour. Rather than just wearing a black smoky eye, she used slight blue hues, a trend we associate with and love from Princess Diana. She also opted for a slight shimmer on the inner corners of her eyes to add a little sparkle to a daytime look. Keep reading to see photos of the Duchess of Sussex experimenting with her eye makeup during the royal tour. We can't wait to see what she tries next.
15 Must-Have Beauty Products For Your Next Festival
The start of festival season is here, and you've covered the basics: you booked your flight, screenshot your tickets, and packed your favorite pair of denim shorts and skin-protecting baseball cap (is that just us?) in your suitcase. Now, it's time to sort through your beauty collection and figure out what you absolutely need to make it into the pouch you're bringing with you in your carry-on.
Whether you're a seasoned festivalgoer or it's your first time braving the brightly dressed, music-entranced crowds, it's easy to forget something. (One of our beauty editors once packed her Stila Glitter Eye Shadow but forgot a pack of hair ties, and that's someone who thinks about beauty 24/7.) We're here to help keep that from happening. We've curated the products that will help your hair, skin, and makeup last through the warm temps and dancing during your next musical getaway. Your skin will be protected, your hair will be frizz-free, and your lip gloss will shine as bright as the artists you've come to see perform. See our essentials to surviving your next festival ahead.
Kylie Jenner Talking About Her Makeup Routine Is Equal Parts Mesmerizing and Impressive
For Kylie Jenner, makeup isn't just a business opportunity or quick fix to cover up blemishes, it's an art form, and we absolutely respect it. On Tuesday, the 21-year-old makeup mogul and world's youngest billionaire teamed up with Vogue to discuss what goes into her unique beauty looks, and how it changes the way she feels. "Playing with makeup makes me feel more confident," Jenner explained. "I feel like I can transform into whatever mood I'm feeling." Whether that mood is a week-long blue hair phase or a love for pink eye shadow, Jenner's tendency to "always change [her] mind" lets her really explore the possibilities of makeup.
"Makeup is definitely like an art form to me, and being able to just express myself and be creative is very, very fun, but it's also challenging," she shared, adding that it gets "harder and harder to try to be different." It's mesmerizing to see the process of Jenner's different looks, and how much it means to her. "It's the cherry on top to my look."
Can Those Hot 1 Day, Cold the Next Office Temps Make You and Your Coworkers Sick?
You know the struggle, never knowing which extreme your office will be from one day to the next - it's either burning hot or freezing cold, with seemingly no in-between. Frankly, it raises a lot of questions. How do you dress for this? Are there rules about space heaters? Is it Friday yet? And then there's this one: can these constantly changing temperatures make you sick?
"Temperature has very little effect on if you get sick at work," Keith Roach, MD, internist at New York-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, told POPSUGAR. "What really determines if you're going to get sick is if the people around you are sick."
When you think about it, the office is crawling with germs, especially during cold and flu season. "You're touching things [your coworkers have] touched, whether it be the bathroom door or the refrigerator, and then knowingly (or unknowingly) touching your face. And some germs travel through air," Dr. Roach said, which can make a virus that much harder to avoid. So how can you keep yourself healthy at the office? Start with these simple tips:
- Practice good hygiene. "Washing your hands or using hand sanitizer is an easy, effective, and quick way to protect yourself from getting sick," Dr. Roach said.
- Be mindful of touching your face. Your hands are harbors for germs and bacteria, he explained. Keeping them off your face and away from your eyes and nose is key to protecting yourself from sickness.
- Buffer your immune system. "The best way you can ward off sickness is to get adequate sleep, manage stress, eat a healthy diet, and get regular exercise," he said.
If you do get sick, try your best to call off work. "If you're in close contact, you will infect your colleagues," Dr. Roach said. And no one wants to be responsible for starting that ripple effect.
Dear Biceps: A Love Letter to the Arms That Hold Me
Dear Biceps,
I'm sure you know me quite well, but I wanted to take some time to share a few words. Naturally, as I got into gymnastics, you started to grow on your own (throwing around bodyweight is no joke when you're on the final tumbling pass of your floor routine). And, from ages 4 to 18, you supported me in a sport where even perfection isn't enough. Also, Dad tells me that I was practically born with you. See?
Our journey together from athlete to college student trying to navigate the gym was difficult, and though I felt like I'd lost a piece of me after giving up the sport I'd done all my life, you reminded me that I didn't need to be on a team or in a leotard to feel like I was worthy of my strength. Eventually, I wanted to maintain the muscles I had for goals that had nothing to do with sticking a beam routine or getting a gold medal. My biceps were no longer a sure sign that I was a gymnast; they were there because of the empowerment they brought me.
So, I wanted to thank you. Because of you, I out-performed the boys in elementary and middle school fitness testing. And, I was unapologetic about it. I didn't realize it when I exceeded push-up number 75 in fifth grade gym class, or when I finished my 16th pull-up in seventh, but you embedded in my mind just how powerful a woman can be (and, to the one boy who gave me sass when he tied with me for most pull-ups, my only regret is not fighting for my 17th rep). Back then, the significance of my strength wasn't something I thought about because, well, I wasn't familiar with the adversity women face when they're trying to succeed in life, let alone at the gym. I didn't need to break any barriers because I didn't know they existed. I know now, despite my naivety then, how much this meant.
Sure, because of you, I was and still am physically strong. But, you, biceps, have also given me the emotional strength to combat doubt and to power through tough times. When I untangled myself from a toxic relationship, you were there to not only lead me to the weight room, but give me a reason to keep going past the pain. Every push-up, every plank, was a reminder that I could fight through the next rep, the next day, towards a better tomorrow. That's just one example; I'm sure you know the rest.
I promise that I'll continue to work on your potential and give you time to recover when it's needed. You, and the rest of my body, have gotten me this far, and I owe it to you to keep you healthy and happy. With that, thank you for teaching me that strength is not just arms, it's heart too.
Sincerely,
Sam
Crave Hard Workouts When You Travel? Get Cheap Day Passes to Local Gyms With This App
Ah, hotel gyms. Don't you just love working out in a closet? The stuffy air, the one creaky elliptical, that little strip of floor where you can almost squeeze in a plank. They get the job done in a pinch, but most hotels obviously aren't going to be able to provide the same space and equipment as a regular gym. And sure, you don't always need to work out when you're traveling, but if you're on the road a lot for work or just trying to keep up a regular training regimen on vacation, it might be a priority.
One solution? Zeamo. It's an app on iOS and Android that allows you to access local gyms (over 25,000 of them) in major metropolitan areas all over the globe through a simple pass on your phone. The app offers two options: a monthly subscription plan run through your employer (which is great if you travel frequently for your job) and a "day pass" option if you're using it on your own. What's great about that day pass: it's purely pay-per-visit, with no monthly or sign-up fee.
If you're as financial-commitment-phobic as I am, that flexibility is a big draw. I got my first-ever gym membership a few months ago, and went back and forth for so long because the year-long membership felt like a huge commitment. You don't have this issue with Zeamo. It's free to download, make an account, and scroll through gym options in different cities; you only lay down your money when you've chosen a gym. It's also a nice option for trying out new facilities in your own city without a long-term commitment. Zeamo offers daily, weekly, and monthly pass options for users, though specific gyms might not offer each choice.
Zeamo let me try a day pass for free; click through to see why I loved it.
On the Idea of a "Summer Body," and Why Working Out Should Not Be Tied to a Due Date
In case you hadn't heard, bodies have now become seasonal. See, here's how it works: each year begins with expectations and weight-loss goals that are to be met approximately after daylight saving time, when the days get longer and warmer. It's imperative that these goals are met come summertime. If not, well, you might as well not even try. What happens next is inconsequential, too, because you'll be expected to again exercise your body into submission at the start of the following year anyway.
I've been thinking about the phrase "Summer body" a lot lately. I'm a member at a gym that's truthfully a little outside of a budget I'm comfortable with, but I save elsewhere to invest in working out - something that I enjoy and seems vital to my routine at this point. While I actually really love said undisclosed gym, something's been bothering me, and it's a particular phrase instructors often use to motivate myself and others in their fitness classes around this time of year: "Summer bodies are made in the Winter."
The incentive isn't lost on me. It typically takes time to lose weight if it's done in a healthy manner, and weight-loss goals are meant to be gradually achieved. I got it. But it can also easily turn into a jab that's used both inwardly or by those around you.
I watch this reality show, Vanderpump Rules, and the phrase actually became major plot point of its fifth season. During the season premiere, two cast members - Lala Kent and James Kennedy - arrive at a party to essentially confront the rest of the cast, who they were on the outs with. After some back and forth, Lala said, "I can see that everybody here has not been working on their Summer bodies!" Chaos ensued, and body positivity went on to become a recurring talking point, one that was often inelegantly handled. (For what it's worth, no one on that show is anything but thin.)
To plainly state what might already be obvious, the phrase is problematic because it assumes that everyone is striving towards some idealized version of the body they presently posses - and that ideal body's got a due date. That sort of heightened pressure and timeline-driven thinking is also incredibly toxic for people who have struggled with negative body image and unhealthy habits in the past.
Though I've always been athletic, my weight has dramatically fluctuated in the past. When I moved to New York for college, everything around me seemed so overwhelming that I found control in a stringent diet and exercise routine - both of which were wildly unsustainable, by the way. Each time I went home, friends and family commented on my weight loss, and I would fantasize about what my next "Summer body" might look like.
Thankfully, I didn't sustain it. I gave up dieting and working out altogether, I gained weight, and, if I'm being completely honest, it didn't feel all that great at the time. I was, however, happier. Now, years later, my weight stays about the same, I attend workout classes that I legitimately enjoy several times a week, and I pretty much follow what is referred to as intuitive eating. The seasons come and go, and my body stays about the same.
Exactly How to Get Started on a Low-Carb Diet, According to a Dietitian
The idea of following a low-carb diet can feel a bit overwhelming. (Just how many carbs are we talking here?) But with so many people seemingly shedding pounds and finding a richer lifestyle after going low-carb, it's oh-so enticing. Before you decide for yourself if cutting carbs is right for you, make sure you know exactly what the plan entails. We asked Stefanie Schwartz, MS, RD, CDN, of Nutritionally Yours, some of your most pressing questions.
What Are the Benefits of a Low-Carb Diet?
Obviously, a low-carb diet can help you lose weight, as long as you're eating the right foods and watching how many calories you get each day. Eating fewer carbs helps lower your blood sugar, which allows your body to burn stored fat for energy instead of glucose.
Aside from that, Stefanie explained that a low-carb diet can help prevent cravings and lower your blood pressure and triglycerides, improving your overall health.
How Many Carbs Should You Eat?
There's no one number that's right for everyone. However, according to dietary guidelines, carbs should make up 45 to 65 percent of your daily calories. Keep in mind that one gram of carbs translates to four calories. "So, assuming a 2,000-calorie diet, an individual should consume 225 to 325 grams of carbs daily," Stefanie told POPSUGAR. However, when you're looking to lose weight, you want your carbs to be under 150 grams per day. "On average, keeping carb intake to 50 to 100 grams per day is low enough for an effective weight loss, yet not too low to put you in ketosis," she said. (Ketosis is the goal of the very low-carb ketogenic diet.)
To come up with a more precise amount of carbs you should eat based on your sex, age, and activity level, draw up a health plan with your own dietitian or doctor so you can be sure you're eating enough of the right foods.
What Foods Can You Eat on a Low-Carb Diet?
You might think that all you need to do is cut back on carbs - but this diet is really about choosing your carbs wisely. Stefanie explained that the ideal carbs to consume are from high-fiber, nonrefined sources, like oatmeal, yams, quinoa, wild and brown rice, farro, vegetables, and fruits.
The key to sticking to your low-carb diet is really nailing your grocery shopping and meal prep. So, plan to pick up a combination of lean proteins, healthy fats, and virtuous carbs that you can mix and match to create a healthy menu each week. Stefanie suggested several meal options to get you started:
- Make a vegetable or chicken soup in the slow cooker.
- Make a turkey meat loaf using oats or almond meal as the binder and serve with mashed cauliflower.
- Make a batch of turkey meat sauce to serve with zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.
- Buy vacuum-sealed fish filets and bake them in the oven with olive oil, lemon, and capers and serve with roasted brussels sprouts.
- Make a vegetable frittata with whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Don't forget that you'll need snacks, too - Stefanie recommends hard-boiled eggs, turkey and cucumber roll-ups, a small serving of nuts or seeds, some cottage cheese, and pickles.
Is a Low-Carb Diet Safe?
According to Stefanie, there's no real drawback to sticking to a low-carb diet in the long-term. "The rewards of a low-carb lifestyle are an increase in energy, a reduced appetite and cravings, a drop in insulin levels and glucose levels, and less inflammation," she told POPSUGAR, and all of those things are absolutely positives in your life. She also pointed out that the monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and lean protein are excellent choices for what to put into your body.
However, if you do come off a low-carb diet, you can expect to see a little uptick in your weight, simply because added carbs means water retention. "The trick to adding more carbs after following a low-carbohydrate diet is to add them back slowly and with more fiber-rich foods. Make sure to keep your water intake high to flush your system," Stefanie said.
As always, your best bet is to discuss any dietary changes with your doctor or dietitian before actually doing it. That way, you can decide together what the best plan of action is for you.
Grab Some Water, Because This Olympian's 5-Minute Ab Routine Will Set Your Core on Fire
If we asked you to take a guess at how Olympic runners train, abs might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but Rio 2016 Olympian Colleen Quigley is here to convince you that a strong core is essential for efficiency and form. Colleen, a 2020 hopeful, just won her first US title this past February for the Mile Run at the USA Indoor Track and Field Championships.
Currently in a lull period between the indoor and outdoor track seasons, Colleen told POPSUGAR that she and her teammates at the Bowerman Track Club in Portland, OR, do what they call "base training," longer aerobic workouts that build a strong foundation. Their weekly routine consists of track workouts (oftentimes two per day), one long run, and three gym sessions with weights. She also does an hour of Pilates each week, which has made her "really strong in the past year."
Colleen posts some of her leg and ab day workouts on her website, and I tried her 3-6-9-12 ab routine. Keep reading for the workout and details about just how much my core hated me afterward (in a good way).
These Inspiring Celebs Who Are Open About Mental Health Prove You're Not Defined by a Diagnosis
An estimated 44 million US adults experience a mental illness in a given year. But if you're one of them, it's easy to feel isolated and alone. After all, there's still so much stigma attached to mental illness and seeking treatment for mental health that many people don't feel comfortable opening up about their experiences.
Fortunately, these prominent celebs have spoken out. Amid their hectic schedules and lives in the public eye, they sought help and used their platform to raise awareness about mental illness, including how much better life can get after treatment. Whether you have been diagnosed with a mental illness or just don't feel like yourself, you can find solace in these inspiring quotes.
If you are feeling anxious or depressed and need help finding help or resources, call the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (1-240-485-1001) or the National Alliance on Mental Illness (1-800-950-6264).
Yes, You Can Lose Weight Walking as Little as 30 Minutes a Day - but There's a Catch
If you're on a mission to lose weight but don't have the time or energy for a more intense workout, walking is a great place to start. And with fitness trackers and GPS apps readily available on our phones, it's easier than ever to track your steps, time, or distance every time you hit the pavement.
So, let's say you walk for an hour during the day: will you lose weight? Studies suggest you would - one in JAMA Internal Medicine found that those who walked for just 30 minutes lost body fat - but just how effective your workout is depends on a number of factors.
"The intensity at which you walk plays a key role in helping your body burn more calories and improve your cardiorespiratory system," Denise Miklasz, an ACE-certified personal trainer at Northwestern Medicine Crystal Lake Health & Fitness Center, told POPSUGAR.
If you're walking at a casual stroll, you're probably not going to achieve the weight loss you want. One way to pick up the pace? "You could include 30- to 60-second bursts of faster walking every three to five minutes, followed by a 30-second recovery walk," Denise said. You can also try walking with weights or picking a route with hills to add some intervals to your workout.
"An interval-training workout will continue to burn more calories after your workout due to a physiological effect called excess post-exercise oxygen consumption, or EPOC. EPOC is sometimes referred to as the 'afterburn effect,'" Denise explained.
Even more important is your diet. You know this, but you can't eat whatever you want or as much as you want the second you start exercising. "In order to lose weight you need to create a calorie deficit," she said. One pound is equal to 3,500 calories, so you'd need to carve out 3,500 calories each week in order to lose one pound, which experts consider a safe and healthy goal. In other words, "you need to either burn an extra 3,500 calories or remove 3,500 calories from your diet," Denise explained - or a combination of the two.
"Combining exercise with a healthy diet is more effective than restricting calories alone. Exercise can help you maintain and increase lean body mass, which results in a larger calorie burn per day," she said. To that point, when you're ready to start building muscle, remember that walking alone won't cut it. "Ideally, incorporating strength training along with aerobic exercise will increase muscle mass and boost your metabolism," Denise said.
Parents, These Invaluable Life Lessons Are Why Every Child Should Play Sports
Whenever people ask me about how I got into sports, I always laugh. Because honestly, there was a time when I didn't like sports, more so because I didn't know anything about them, and I definitely didn't know just how far they would take me. When I was seven, my dad asked me if I wanted to play soccer. I was indifferent, my dad encouraged me to "Give it a shot," and ultimately, I agreed to it because my favorite cousin, Cydnee, played soccer.
My first year as a soccer player was pretty terrible. I scored all of one goal that season whereas my best friend on the team was a natural. Although I wasn't great, I kept showing up. The following year, I got better and became one of the top scorers on my team. Around that same time, everyone realized I had a special skill: speed. After the regular season, I tried out for the all-star team, which I didn't make because I wasn't good enough, according to the coach. I remember feeling devastated and telling my dad I would prove that coach wrong by becoming the best soccer player I could be. That was one of the first lessons sports taught me: you won't always win or get what you want, but that doesn't mean you should give up on your dreams.
My love for track and field also started when I was seven, and it changed my life forever. My dad and coaches saw something in me before I knew it existed. My talent was nurtured over the years, and those years of training taught me how to set goals, I wanted to run track professionally and become an Olympian, molded my self-confidence, taught me to love my body, and taught me about sacrifice.
I also used sports, specifically track, as an outlet. Whatever I was feeling, I knew I could let it all out on there. I grew up on the track, and I'm forever grateful for the sport and all of my coaches. As much as I loved the intensity of the competition, the rush I felt whenever I scored and my team won, and sprinting across a finish line in first place and breaking records, I realize now just how small those moments were compared to what I gained from playing sports.
From a young age, sports taught me how to be a team player and work with people who were both similar and different from me. I also learned how to be a leader throughout good and bad performances. I learned how to be supportive, listen, and encourage my teammates. Sports also taught me how to be tough mentally and physically. I learned all about time management among going to school, simultaneously participating on both school and club teams, and maintaining a social life. And as much as I hated to lose, sports taught me how to learn from my losses and lose with grace.
Because of one simple question, "Do you want to play soccer?," sports opened up a world of opportunities for me. Not only have I met some of my best friends through sports, I ran track at a Division 1 university on a full-ride scholarship, I've worked with top athletic brands because of my athletic background, and most importantly, I'm an all-around stronger and better person because of sports. The lessons I learned playing sports made me an incredible athlete, and I still apply them in my everyday life.
I say all of this to let you know that sports are about far more than who has the best skills on the team. Winning championships and athlete profiles in the papers are fun, but once you hang up your cleats and put away your gear, you're left with so much more.
I've Used the Exact Same Yoga Mat For 20 Years, but This New One Made Me Switch
I started yoga way back in 1999, and since then, I have been using the exact same yoga mat: the Manduka Black Mat Pro. I think I paid $80 for it at the time, although now it costs $120. Either way, I've definitely gotten my money's worth using it for the past 20 years, and it looks as perfect as the day I got it.
I love it because it's thick, durable, and dense enough to offer cushion for my bones in any pose. I also love that it's super tacky, so when I'm in Down Dog, I don't slip. That is, until halfway through a supersweaty hot yoga class. That's when my mat becomes dangerously slippery - I once dropped into a full split without meaning to because I had forgotten my yoga towel that day.
Manduka now makes a new mat specifically for your sweaty practice - the Manduka GRP Yoga Mat ($98). I've tried dozens of yoga mats, so I wasn't expecting this one to be that amazing, but after just one class, I was shocked at how awesome it was - I instantly became a convert!
I adore my Black Mat Pro, but having to use a yoga towel over it can be annoying because it bunches up and doesn't offer the grip I love from my mat before I get sweaty. But this GRP Yoga Mat, which is made from sustainably-harvested natural tree rubber, got even more grippy the sweatier I got. In a 98-degree room with drips coming off my nose, my palms were so sweaty and they still didn't budge. I didn't have the annoyance of having to stop my practice to lay out a towel, and it still offered the thickness and denseness I love from my Black Mat Pro.
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The one tiny issue is that the surface is super smooth and slippery when your hands and feet are dry. But that was quickly remedied by dribbling a few drops from my bottle at the top and bottom of my mat to wet it a little. Boom: instant traction.
If you love hot yoga classes, or you tend to sweat and slip a lot, you must get this mat. It'll change your practice forever - I know it's changed mine. I teach hot yoga classes, and this is now the one mat I'll recommend to my students.
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