The Ultimate Non-Toxic Cookware Guide

From sleek stainless steel to trusty cast iron, the options are as endless as your Pinterest recipe boards. But heres the catch: Not all cookware is created equal. Its enough to make anyone side-eye their skillet. The trick is knowing what to avoid (bye-bye, mystery coatings) and what to prioritize. “forever chemicals,“found in some nonstick coatings. Then there’sPFOA, PTFE, and other alphabet soup culprits that you dont want in your Tuesday night stir-fry....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 537 words · Melanie Miller

The Under-$30 Mascara/Eyeliner Combo Beyoncé’s Makeup Artist Swears By for Making Even the Thinnest Lashes Look Super Dense

When it comes to faking dense lashes, celebrity MUA Sir John has favorite products. He says this is the best eyeliner-mascara combo. Making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission Sir John isnt big on brand names. To a certain extent,eyeshadowis eyeshadow, andpressed powdersare pressed powders, he says. Those two have saved my life, time and time again, he says. Im a huge advocate of tightlining, he says....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 216 words · Stephen Smith

The Under-$30 Skin-Care Products Our Beauty Editors Use Until the Last Drop

Caring for your skin doesn’t have to be expensive. Here are 10 under-$30 skin-care products that our editors use to the last drop. Its made with exfoliating papaya enzymes and zit-squashing salicylic acid, making it enemy number one for acne everywhere. Sloughing away dead skin cells helps moisturizing ingredients penetrate the surface and hydrate from the inside out. It leaves behind a subtle berry tint, rendering your usual lipstick obsolete....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · Lisa Watson

The Under-Explored Intersection of Queer Identity and Pelvic-Floor Dysfunction

Here, two sexual educators discuss the under-explored intersection of queer identity and pelvic-floor dysfunction. Thats certainly been the case for both Hamel and myself. Even so, the condition continues to impact our sense of identity. Gabrielle Kassel:Clark! You and I had been following each other on Instagram for awhile. But it wasnt until I started sharing in my Stories about my hypertonic pelvic floor that we actually connected. … Clark Hamel:Yep!...

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 622 words · Sarah Dudley

The Underrated Anti-Inflammatory Nutrient That Could Help You Live Longer, According to a Functional Medicine Doctor

The FDA Just Banned Red Dye No. 3: The Future of Processed Foods Is Red Wine Any Healthier for You Than White Wine? Proffee Is the Hottest New Beverage Trendbut Should You Really Be Adding Protein to Your Coffee? Our editors independently select these products. Sometimes theyre tied to something specific trending in the wellness space: Is collagen overrated? Other times, its about how to get a better nights sleep....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 271 words · Martin Humphrey

The Underrated Ingredient Your Skin Is Missing? Oxygen

Oxygen-infused skin-care products give your skin access to a beneficial gas that it gets less of as you age. When oxygen is available and circulating within the skin cells, it promotes increased moisture. The oxygen revitalizes the skin, visibly plumping out the lines and wrinkles. Our skin gets oxygen in two waysdirectly from the air and from our lungs via our blood. When the cells are oxygenated, it is thought to boost circulation, giving the skin a radiant glow....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 164 words · Andrew Fischer

The Unexpected Downside of ‘Exercise Snacks’: Always Feeling Like You Need More

Discover what one writer found to be exercise snacks downsides when she found herself growing addicted to the practice. Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts. Elliptical vs Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Right For You? Does Rowing Count as Strength Training? Heres What Experts Had to Say Before becoming a mom, I used to go for long runs. Making my way down a dusty trail, Id admire the blooming dogwoods and rows of yellow daffodils....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Cory Schmidt

The Universal Standard Sample Sale Is Offering Up to 90% Off On *Hundreds* of Summer-to-Fall Staples

Think breezysummer dressesand short shorts, as well as sweaters andlightweight jacketsfor the arrival of in-between weather. It works as well for the office and special occasions as for weekends and summer vacations. This pick is no exception. Its cut in a looser silhouette, making it a comfortable choice, while the smocked waist creates shape. It comes in classic black and, for folks with a penchant for pattern, green-and-white stripes. Shop it in four colors, including the bright yellow hue pictured above to bring sunshine into your wardrobe....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 107 words · Jennifer Diaz

The Upcoming Eclipses Will Shake Up the Holiday Season—Here’s What To Expect for Your Zodiac Sign

A good rule is to release expectations and allow the universe to take the wheel, says Marquardt. Around both eclipses, however, buckle up for some turbulence. Perhaps youre inspired (or even required?) Around this time, you could find yourself laying the foundation for personal growth to come. Gemini Lunar eclipse:Hold on tight, Gemini. Instead, home in on positive mantras that can return your joie de vivre. Los Angeles-based astrologer and founder ofBizmosCEO...

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 211 words · Ronnie Hicks

The Vegan and Vegetarian Guide to Iron for Plant-Based Eating

The FDA Just Banned Red Dye No. 3: The Future of Processed Foods Is Red Wine Any Healthier for You Than White Wine? Proffee Is the Hottest New Beverage Trendbut Should You Really Be Adding Protein to Your Coffee? However, there is one big thing plant-based eaters do need to be vigilant about: iron. Specifically, getting enough of it in their day-to-day diet. Symptoms of anemia include fatigue, pale skin, irritability, low appetite, and feelings of lightheadedness....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 486 words · Kayla Mullins

The Venn Diagram of Wellness and COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories Has a Dangerous Amount of Overlap—Here’s Why

I couldnt believe how well I was sleeping, she says. Under their influence, he started questioning whether or not COVID-19 was real. Or if it could be because of something other than a virus, like 5G technology. Masks didnt make sense to him, because he believed that the real defense against illness was individual immunity. He believes strongly in his right to sovereignty over his own body, says Katie. Keith stopped trusting science and mainstream media, all because of what he was learning on Instagram....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 491 words · Donald Larson

The Verdict in Derek Chauvin’s Trial Highlights the Painful Difference Between Justice and Accountability

The verdict isexceptional, anexceedingly rareevent. And almost immediately upon its reading, it highlighted the key differences between accountability and justice. Today, a jury did the right thing. But true justice requires much more. We cannot rest. Sen. Bernie Sanders further explained the difference between justice and accountability in a series of tweets. … The jurys verdict delivers accountability for Derek Chauvin, but not justice for George Floyd,he wrote. The jurys verdict delivers accountability for Derek Chauvin, but not justice for George Floyd....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Betty Rivera

The Very Best (and Most Giftable) Nordstrom Black Friday Deals, All in One Place

The 2024Nordstrom Black Friday saleis officially open to the public (Hooray! From cashmere sweaters to beauty gift sets and luxe home goods, theres a little something for everyone. This pick from Calson is versatile enough to take them from busy weekdays to festive gatherings in a cinch. A hard yes if its this prim French Connection minidress, which delivers both warmth and style. Plus, low cost-per-wear is guaranteed: it transitions perfectly from day to night....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 327 words · Joseph Washington