5 Pulled Muscle Remedies That Actually Offer Your Body Some Relief

Thats becauseexercising creates microscopic tears in your tissuethat, once they heal, make your muscles stronger and bigger. In those cases, it’s possible for you to sayhelloto a pulled muscle. And a pulled muscle will feel different than your run-of-the-mill post-workout soreness, adds physical therapistDr. Stocksy RICE stands forrest, ice, compression, and elevation. Deblauw recommends resting the injured muscle by avoiding heavy exercise or activities that cause discomfort. Compress the affected muscle with an elastic wrap to keep inflammation to a minimum....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 256 words · Oscar Pratt

5 Reasons Why It's Important to Wait In-Between Tattoos

Meet the Experts How Long Should You Wait Between Tattoos? Experts advise waiting at least two to four weeks after getting one tattoo before getting another. “If theyre single session pieces, you could theoretically get them continuously,” Forte tells us. @girlknewyork/ Instagram “Typically, its recommended to let each piece fully heal in between sessions.” After all, you want to be proud to show off your new ink. Some artists are booked out weeks ahead, while others won’t accept new clients for several years....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Cody Smith

5 Skincare Benefits of Chamomile (And 8 Products to Try)

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Just as chamomile helps calm the mind and body, it has similar effects on the skin. Chamomile key in of ingredient:Antioxidant, moisturizer, soother. Billie / Unsplash Main benefit:Calms the skin. How often can you use it:Chamomile can be used every day. Works well with:Compatible with water-based skincare products such as essences, toners, and serums. Elena Popova/ Getty Images Don’t use with:There aren’t any ingredients that are known to clash with chamomile....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 169 words · Michelle Short

5 Taylor Swift-Approved Red Lipsticks

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. We put our sleuthing skills to the test and tracked down exactly which shades she loves. Keep reading to shop five Taylor Swift-approved red lipsticks. Getty Images Word on the street is that this matte, long-lasting lipstick is Swift’s current go-to. It’s subtly blue-based, which really pops against skin with pink undertones. Here, Swift wears it with her other trademark makeup trick: flicked black liner....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 140 words · Joel Pittman

5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Got Botox

There’s media pressure, ageism, misogynythe works. There’s also Facetune,Instagram, and HD cameras. But there’s another question to contend with as well. AD Photography / Stocksy If Botox is going to make you feel good, why not go for it? I say do you. Meet the Experts Lisa Goodman is an LA-based injection specialist and the founder ofGoodSkin. Stocksy I thought when I traveled to Paris to assist there, I’d know everything....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 508 words · Alison Bird

5 Tips For Buying High-Quality Jeans

When browsing for denim online, use the zoom feature (if available) to inspect stitching details. If you could’t find this info on the label or website, that’s often a red flag. This process makes buying your jeans both more transparent and likely to be your best fit. Dion Lamar Mills for Byrdie That being said, we know thatdesigner jeansaren’t always realistic for your budget. The best way todetermine your jeans sizeis by measuring a pair of jeans you already have....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 106 words · George Bennett

5 Tips on How To Effectively Use Tanning Drops, According to an Expert

Your most even tan awaits you. So when I first heard of tanning drops, I was curious. Unfortunately, I also had exactly zero idea how to use the drops correctly. Stocksy Ahead, Von Hep breaks down how to use tanning drops effectively. Meet the Experts Jules Von Hep is a celebrity tanning expert with over 10 years of experience. Von Hep is also the founder of the vegan, cruelty-free self-tanning companyIsle of Paradise....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Michael Bennett Jr.

5 Tips to Make Walking In Heels Easier and More Comfortable

Plus, see some of our favorite comfortable styles. “you gotta walk the shoes, do not let the shoes walk youtake control.” However, that is easier said than done. @tejahnofficial/Unsplash Walking around all day in a pair of stilettos is much more difficult than a pair of sneakers. That being said, it can get easier. “This can strengthen your calves and will build your confidence and your balance,” says Bernholtz. “Also, stretching your calves, toes, and back is also great....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 344 words · Amy Burch

5 Traditional Beauty Secrets Russian Women Know

@irinashayk My grandmother was perfect, and not by accident. She was an architect and photographer; beauty was literally in her bones. Russia was cauterized for most of the 20th century. @irinashayk Secrets from the past empire or homemade treatments were the only color horse. I was born stateside the year the Soviet Union collapsed. Learning and teaching beauty hacks through my single digits felt normal. Look good; feel good, she always saidin Russian, of course....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Amy Newton

5 Trendiest Nail Color Ideas for May, From Corals to Jellies

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. And what are those, exactly? Read on for more. @amyle.nails/ Instagram Edwards agrees, adding that the style is “perfect for blending and toning down colors.” While the aforementionedbutter yellowhas been having a moment, the entire spectrum of Easter-evoking huesperiwinkle in particularis in fashion. Earthy tones go with almost everythinggiving you more room to experiment with bold hues and prints in your wardrobe....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 97 words · Shawn Ramirez

5 Trendy Nail Polish Colors for August, From Subtle Shimmers to Pre-Fall Hues

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. @heygreatnails/ Instagram August is, unquestionably a summer month (at least in the Northern Hemisphere). And yet something about it always feels vaguely… fall-adjacent. @heygreatnails/ Instagram Pre-fall, if you will. Thus begs the question: What should you do with your nails during the eighth month of the year? Should you stick with your summer colors? @pop_polished/ Instagram Start working toward your fall enamel wardrobe?...

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Shannon Andrews

5 Unlikely Foods That Can Actually Help Prevent Gray Hair

With benefits that go beyond your strands. Getting grays is an inevitable part of aging. While obvious things like smoking and stress contribute to premature graying, nutrition also plays an important role. Stocksy We did some research and narrowed down five unlikely foods that can actually help prevent gray hair. Head below to discover what foods to consider. Lentils are a terrific source of B9, and chickpeas also contain some of the highest concentrations of B9....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Michael Johnson

5 Vitamin C Alternatives for Those With Sensitive Skin

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Stocksy In This Article Vitamin Chas become a recommended staple in an effective skincare routineand for good reason. Dr. Gohara recommends SkinMedicaLytera 2.0 Pigment Correcting Serum. Stocksy Another noteworthy benefit of carotenoids that Ranavat mentions is their stability. Wohlrab J, Kreft D. Niacinamide - mechanisms of action and its topical use in dermatology.Skin Pharmacol Physiol. 2014;27(6):311-315. 2022;21(6):2349-2359. Carita AC, Fonseca-Santos B, Shultz JD, Michniak-Kohn B, Chorilli M, Leonardi GR....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Robert Blanchard