Ask a Beauty Editor: What Is the Best Way to Apply Foundation for a Flawless Finish?

Whether you use a brush, sponge, or your trusty fingers, follow these tips for flawless foundation. Ever wanted to pick the brain of a beauty editor? Or get beauty product recommendations from someone who has tried them all? You’ve come to the right place. Key Takeaways Foundation is the biggest make-or-break item in yourmakeup routine. (And you don’t want your foundation to look like foundation.) Applying the perfect makeup base takes finesse, and finding the right formula is only half the challenge....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 538 words · Shannon Black

Ask a Beauty Editor: What Is the Difference Between Hair Loss, Hair Thinning, and Hair Breakage?

Different causes require different treatments. Ever wanted to pick the brain of a beauty editor? Or get beauty product recommendations from someone who has tried them all? twomeows/Getty Images You’ve come to the right place. Tune in every Tuesday and submit your own burning beauty questionsherefor a chance to be featured. Reader question: How can I tell if Im facing hair loss or hair thinning? Do they require different treatments?...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 266 words · Fred Wells

Ask a Beauty Editor: What's the Difference Between Dandruff and Dry Scalp?

Although they show the same symptoms, they have very different treatment plans. Ever wanted to pick the brain of a beauty editor? Or get beauty product recommendations from someone who has tried them all? Photo: nedza/Adobe Stock You’ve come to the right place. Tune in every Tuesday and submit your own burning beauty questionsherefor a chance to be featured. Reader question: Help for dry winter scalp! Dandruff shampoos only make it worse....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 334 words · Jason Mcclain

Ask a Beauty Editor: Why Are My Lips Always Dry and Peeling?

No, its not just bad genes. Petrunjela/Getty Images Ever wanted to pick the brain of a beauty editor? Or get beauty product recommendations from someone who has tried them all? Photo:Petrunjela/Getty Images You’ve come to the right place. Tune in every Tuesday and submit your own burning beauty questionsherefor a chance to be featured. Reader question: My lips are always dry no matter how much ChapStick I apply! What can I do?...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 156 words · Brian Ford

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May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 23 words · Paul Lucas

Auntie Anne’s Just Launched a Pretzel-Scented Perfume—and It Sold Out in 10 Minutes

Auntie Anne Pretzels The best part of every mall day is the Auntie Anne’s pit stop. Now you might bottle up that nostalgia and bring it right back home with you. Smell is a special and powerful sense. Photo:Auntie Anne Pretzels Weve bottled that moment and cant wait for fans to enjoy it in a whole new way. (The line stretched down two blocks.) What Does It Smell Like? Well… pretzels, of course!...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Chad Arnold

Aveeno’s Soothing Gel Moisturizer Instantly Brought My Dry Skin Back to Life—Grab It on Sale

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Its lightweight formula absorbs into my skin and provides moisture instantly. During the summer, Im plagued withoily skinand breakouts no matter how frequently I wash my face. Photo:Real Simple And after using and incorporatingthe moisturizerinto my daily routine, I cant imagine tackling winter without it. Outside of the formulas ingredients, I found the texture of the moisturizer perfect for my skin....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 91 words · Jessica Osborne

Avocado Grain Bowl With Beet Ginger Dressing

Enjoy a hearty and healthy vegetarian recipe thats beautiful, too. A good grain bowl is about more than piling healthful ingredients and calling it dinner. Truth be told, the heartbeetof this bowl is the vibrant, earthy dressing. Photo: Greg Dupree The grand finale is a confetti of hemp seeds and greens. To make this dish vegan, blitz beets with unsweetened canned coconut milk instead of kefir. Bring to a boil over medium-high....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Crystal Davis

Avocado Oil vs. Olive Oil: Is One Healthier Than the Other?

These cooking oils both provide some impressive health benefits, but have different uses when cooking. Getty Images Key Takeaways No pantry would be complete without ahandful of cooking oilsto choose from. How do avocado oil and olive oil compare nutritionallyand is one a healthier choice overall? Photo:Getty Images Here are several more ways both avo and olive oil can support your health. Mono- and polyunsaturated fats are anti-inflammatory, too, further helping to drive down the risk of heart disease....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 307 words · Gina Hines

Avocado Toast

Mash the avocado lightly with a fork. Drizzle with the oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with 12 teaspoon salt and the red pepper. Here’s a benefit to starting your day with toast topped by creamy avocado: The fruit is loaded with fiber plus cholesterol-lowering monounsaturated fats. Get the recipe.Photo: Danny Kim

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 51 words · Matthew Cunningham

Away’s Black Friday Sale Features Bigger Discounts Than Last Year's—and Starts a Full Week Earlier

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Never pay full price for luggage. Real Simple / Francesca Fasciglione Aways popularBlack Friday saleis back againand its even better than last years. Photo:Real Simple / Francesca Fasciglione The sale encompasses classic Away bags, along with limited-edition colors and aluminum editions. Here weve rounded up some shopper- and writer-approved finds likeThe Bigger Carry-onandThe Everywhere Bag. Read on for some of the best bags available at the sale....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 269 words · Paul Fleming

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May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 23 words · Terri Griffin

Baby Kale and Chicken Caesar

As far as salads go, Caesar is indisputably king, and this tasty rendition is proof. The homemade croutons just might be the star of the show. This recipe was developed by Marianne Williams. Caitlin Bensel Ingredients 3slices soft white sandwich bread, torn into 1-in. baby kale Directions Preheat oven to 425F. Toss bread, oil, and 14 teaspoon each salt and pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread in an even layer and bake until golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 123 words · Elizabeth Jordan MD