It all started when my sister called me about trying a new charcoal mask. So I sent herthisamazing mask to test. Her first question: Can I add glue to this to make it a peel-off mask? Yagi Studio / Getty Images Excuse me, what? My sister is a smart girl. Where had she gotten this idea to put Elmers glue on her face? The Internet, of course. Thats when my warpath against stupid DIY beauty treatments began....
Butt pain during periods is, frankly, the absolute worst. If you experience butt pain during your period, welcome to the reluctant club. No, youre not the only one, and no, youre also not imagining it. Butt pain during periods can have a wide range of causes. But why does butt pain during your period happen? And is there anything you’re free to do to get rid of it? Keep reading to find out....
So I went on a hunt for some of the best waterproof tech options out there. Did we mention it’s drop-resistant, buoyant, and comes in three designs? And thatrose gold colorwill match practically anything. Graphic by Cristina Cianci Mophie Juice Pack H2Pro, $100 Have a dead phone and you’re near water? This handy equipment can solve those problems. Pop your phone in to fully charge it and keep it safe and dry....
Imagine there was a documentary about a scientific topic for which there isknown widespread scientific consensus. Imagine that the debate involvespolitics, industry, big money, scientific data, andyour childrens future. Sounds a lot like climate change, doesnt it? I see why people may be resistant to embracing them. A little science will go a long way for that. And thats just what this documentary provides. This documentary has world renowned genetics researchers likeDr....
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. I take my hair pretty seriously. Courtesy of Author Because Im also an obsessed hot Vinyasa student and runner, I sweatand consequently shampoo and showerall the time. But I never back away from a dare or challenge (see: mySoylent Diaries). Lately, though, there’s been a bright light in the beauty aisle....
The store was packed, mostly with heavyset women like me. Stanley started by charting her journey as a yoga practitioner and public advocate. She addressed some of the problems withyogain America today. Leonardo Patrizi/Getty Images The conversation ranged from fat acceptance to systemic racism to why she still teaches pay-what-you-can classes. It was a meaty, thought-provoking discussion. The woman on that stage was sharp, funny, unapologetic. The crowd was rightfully feeling it....
When I was 17, every time I got my period I experienced nausea-inducing, life-stopping cramps. I needed helptreatment, pain management, anythingso I could go through a cycle without missing school or work. Today Im a stereotypically fit personal trainer. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Getty Images But back then I weighed over 300 pounds. I was nervous walking into the gynecologists office. It was my first visit. Courtesy of Jes Baker She asked me if I was sexually activeI wasntand then asked me why I was there....
So, are there any workout classes I justhaveto try while Im here? I asked my Croatian friend over chilled glasses of local white wine. I bet you guys have some amazing sunsetyogaclasses with views like this, I sighed. Zrinka asked with a sweet laugh. She gestured toward the vast Adriatic Sea below, as if to say, Look! Yes, like many twenty- and thirty-something New Yorkers, I’d officially succumbed to the healthy living craze....
This article contains spoilers forThe L Word. Here, I said, plopping my laptop down in front of mythen-girlfriend. She looked at the screenWhich Character FromThe L WordAre You?and then back at me. The L Word’s Alice Pieszecki. Courtesy of Showtime Because I think we should watch this show. Neither my girlfriend nor I had ever seen an episode. But suddenly, doing so felt like a necessary rite of passage. The show provided it all in spades....
If there’s one meal of the day that really needs to be quick, it’sbreakfast. Microwaving the egg keeps this sandwich quick, too. Speaking of, instant coffee gives this bowl a boost of caffeine, too. http://pureella.com/ Frittata in a MugfromPower Hungry Learning how to cook eggs in a mug is pretty life-changing. It’s ridiculously fast, and you’re free to dress it up with whatever mix-ins you like. Per one serving:24 grams protein...
With a flourish, she handed me a glass of champagne and presented the cake. It was decorated like a bottle of gin. Its wonderful, I said, trying to sound grateful. Jack Andersen / Getty Images / Design by Stephanie Indrajo Yet something sharp and rusty poked through my tone. But Im more than that, right? She laughed and refilled my glass, because, of course, Id emptied it in seconds. I guess, she replied....
This article contains spoilers forTo the Boneand descriptions of disordered eating. For the past six years, I’ve been in recovery from aneating disorder. These movies often follow a script in more ways than one. Courtesy of the author I ended up watching it anyway. Im going to eat and then ‘you know.’ Im kinda scared because of what you told me about the blood. I want to be a small cheerleader....
Weve rounded up some of the cutest and mostaffordable K-beauty itemsto stock up on. Warning: You might have a taste for Oreos after using this cream. Plus it’s smudge and waterproof, making it a great option for all-day wear. Graphic by Cristina Cianci The frothy texture also makes for an amazing Instagram photo. Its lightweight makeup and travel size is perfect for quick touch-ups on the go. Try this K-beauty pick if you havesensitive skintypes....
