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We’ve tested more skin tints, tinted moisturizers, and no-makeup makeup products than we’d care to admit. Some ghosted us by noon. Others clung to dry patches like they were being paid to. And a few just didn’t show up at all. But then we met Typology’s Tinted Serum—and it kind of changed the game. Lightweight,…

Introduction Last week, my teenage son spent six hours rewriting the opening paragraph of his college essay. Six hours. On one paragraph. Watching him agonize over every word choice, I saw myself—and realized how deeply I’d passed down my perfectionist tendencies. That’s when it hit me: my pursuit of flawlessness wasn’t making me excellent. It…

Home gardening has long been celebrated for its health and wellness benefits. From increased quality of life to reduced feelings of stress and anxiety, many people look to their gardens to help them thrive. What these studies promoting the benefits of growing food and flowers often miss is how certain barriers prevent people from participating.…

Introduction: The Morning Struggle The alarm goes off at 5 AM. My hand hovers over the snooze button, and for a split second, I’m back to that old familiar battle. The bed feels impossibly warm, especially on these cold mornings. My two sons won’t be up for another two hours. Every fiber of my being…

Celebrate the glory of summer by showcasing some fresh garden bounty. A crudité platter always goes down a treat, especially when it’s full of the summer’s best. Radishes, carrots, garden peas, young broccoli, and even tiny gem lettuce are wonderful additions. It all gets topped off with a zesty dressing made with cilantro, orange, lime,…

Inflammation is a process of immune activation the body takes to defend against infection, toxins, or tissue injury, with the purpose of healing. Our immune cells “turn on” inflammation in response to perceived threats by secreting an array of chemical mediators called cytokines, which can be measured in the blood, such as interleukin 6 (IL-6)…

You swore this time would be different. They were charming, attentive, said all the right things—and for a moment, it felt like maybe, finally, you’d met someone who could meet you. But somewhere between the good morning texts and half-planned future trips, you started to notice the familiar signs: the deflections, the shallow conversations, the…

Infused with fresh summer thyme and raspberries, this refreshing spritzer is full of flavour, but won’t go to your head. Topped off with a dash of soda to give it some sparkle, this not-too-sweet soda is a sophisticated sipper perfect to kick off a summer evening. You may want to make double batch. This recipe…

As an actress, Gabrielle Nevaeh is evolving from child star to Broadway leading lady. As a designer, she is proving that sustainability and style can go hand in hand. Learn more about the multi-hyphenate entertainer who is making waves on stage, screen, and in fashion. A class act When it comes to crushing your goals,…

Some of the links in this story are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you choose to purchase—helping us continue to share mindful, inspiring content. With its unmistakable aesthetic and shelfie-worthy packaging, Herbivore Botanicals has become a symbol of elevated clean beauty. But behind the dreamy glass bottles and cult-favorite formulas…