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All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. [They] should stay in place without riding up while youre moving. Courtesy of the brands / Laneen Wells Read on to shop our front runners. Our top picks What should you look for in a pair of workout underwear? Materials Like we mentioned earlier, breathability is key in a good pair of workout underwear....

But it can be tough to get the fire going when youre starting from zero. for the first time from behind a screen than while gazing into their eyes. Before doing anything: Gauge the interest of your would-be recipient and get their consent. YakobchukOlena/Getty Images As with any sex act, consent is required here, as is mutual interest. Just directly asking the other person if theyre open to sexting will work, Engle says....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Regular weight training is importantfor many reasons. Courtesy of the brands / Laneen Wells So, what are the right weights? Below, experts weigh in (heh) on how to find the right weights for your home gym. And for newbies, dumbbells are likely the better option....

So if youre hoping to skip the cliche small talk (Where do you live? What do you do for work? First, what makes a good conversation starter? deagreez/Adobe Stock No matter the topic, whats important is that your conversation starters actually, well, lead to conversations. Instead of saying, Do you want kids? for instance, try, How do you feel about having kids? The latter opens the door to a real discussion rather than a potential dead end....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. You already know thatgetting high-quality zshelps keep you healthy. Christa Sgobba / Katie Gunderman / Sarah Felbin / Laneen Wells Find their tips and shop our winners below. Our top picks FAQs about sleep sprays Do sleep sprays really work? They definitely can,Angela Holliday-Bell, MD, a board-certified physician and sleep specialist, tells SELF....

But if youre looking tomaximizethe effectiveness of your sweat sessions? Well, thats where the small-but-mighty details come in. And, sorry, but chances are that you may be doing a bit of the latter. filmstudio/Getty Images You likely arent even aware of it, but its something that personal trainersdopick up upon. Some of these habits are super small, but they still deserve your attentionand a tweak or two. For your own good, promise!...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Trying to cut down onultraprocessed foods (UPFs)or heavily industrialized food productsis clearly a worthy endeavor. MirageC/Getty Images Examples include potato chips, chicken nuggets, instant noodles, packaged cookies, lunch meats, and sodas. Still, its important to know that ultraprocessed doesnt universally mean unhealthy. Two things can be true: UPFs arent generally great to consume en masse....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Learn how to spot a well-made bottle from a flimsy competitor and shop our favorites below. Courtesy of the brands / Laneen Wells Our top picks Why protein matters Why do I need protein? How much protein do I need? However, your needs may be different....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Wand vibrators are as essential to asex toy collectionas a cup of coffee is toyour morning routine. Courtesy of the brands / Laneen Wells Also key: that microphone shape, with a large head and a long handle. Not only is this useful for beginners, but it also comes in clutch during partnered play....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Sometimes, it feels like every time you turn around, theres a new beauty trend taking over. Courtesy of brands / Marissa Bracker / Laneen Wells SELF is calling the next one right now: shampoo bars. Whether you want a hair care routine thats easier to travel with (no liquids bag necessary!...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Eczema in itself is a skin condition that causes inflammation and barrier dysfunction in the skin. Courtesy of brands / Laneen Wells Shopping for skin care products when you have eczema-prone or otherwise sensitive skin can feel like navigating a minefield. Steer clear of fragrance, which sensitive skin almost always reacts to....

Lets start paying attention to breasts when it matters the most, Sykes says in the ad. Early detection for breast cancer is a game changer, and why Im able to be here today. The ad definitely got people talkingand, in the case of cancer screening, thats a good thing. Photo courtesy of Novartis, photography by Riis Massey-Williams. Heres what they want you to know. The ad uses Americas obsession with boobs to hammer home the importance of preventive care....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. But wearing the right paircanreduce some of the stress and pressure that cause back pain to flare. Original images by SELF staff / Courtesy of the brands / Laneen Wells Support A lack of arch support is a common cause of back pain, Dr. Daughtry says....