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So we’re here to answer the common inquiry: Which comes first, serum or moisturizer? Plus, we’ll dive into why each step is so essential and the best ingredients to look for. Let’s get into it. This is because moisturizers contain some occlusive ingredients, which help them trap moisture in the skin but prevent other ingredients from penetrating. So if you layer on a serum over your face cream, the likelihood of your skin absorbing that product and thus reaping all of the benefits is slim....

To learn more about the health benefits of honey and to find out how well it actually holds up in baked goods, mbg reached out to registered dietitians and Ayurvedic experts. Here’s what they have to say about the sticky, sweet syrup. According to registered dietitian Titilayo Ayanwola, MPH, R.D., L.D., “the use of honey in various healing methodologies1 can be attributed to its antimicrobial2, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.” Bonus: it’s also great for the skin....

If we want to make a change and feel healthier, the answer isn’t just hitting the treadmill every day. That might work for a while, but it’s only a matter of time before other aspects of our health start demanding attention too—like how we’re nourishing our body and whether we’re giving it adequate time to rest. Our culture places a lot of value on doing, on working hard, and there’s legitimacy there....

Just be sure to assess your hair type: If you have coarse, thick hair, make sure the sugaring paste doesn’t leave a few stray hairs behind. To find out which hair removal service is best for your hair type, be sure to reference our sugaring versus waxing guide. After the treatment, you’ll want to refrain from exfoliating the area: “While we encourage exfoliating regularly, this regimen should be put on hold for the initial 48 hours post sugaring session,” Claghorn explains....

Taurus, for one thing, is a fixed earth sign ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty and pleasure. It’s symbolized by the bull—a fitting representation of Taurus’ stubborn but dependable nature. This sign is also known to be very invested in sensory, earthly pleasures, as well as things like money and security. Scorpio, on the other hand, is a water sign ruled by Pluto in modern astrology (the planet of transformation and rebirth) or Mars in ancient astrology (the planet of action and aggression)....

These caffeine levels are based on 1 cup (8 ounces) of each beverage, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) food database1: Along with antioxidants, like the anti-inflammatory compound chlorogenic acid2, Singh says coffee also has beneficial impacts3 on brain health, fatty liver, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. In fact, research shows women who drink two to three cups of coffee each day have less body fat than infrequent coffee drinkers....

According to Steven Vose, Ph.D., a visiting assistant professor at the University of Colorado at Denver and religious studies expert, karma begins to appear in religious text as early as the Upanishads, a foundational text that laid the groundwork for Hinduism around 800 to 200 B.C. He adds that the text makes it clear that humans act in accordance with their desires, and these actions are our karma. In other words, karma is action—for better or worse....

Instead, you should hydrate your skin right after cleansing to get ahead of this process. Whether you’re oily all over, have oily and dry areas (i.e., combination skin), or are simply looking for a lighter formula to slather on during the warmer months, here are the very best hydrators that serve just the right amount of shine. In addition, ingredients like niacinamide, green tea, and salicylic acid can help control sebum production, Liu says....

Magnesium plays a big role in energy production, bone development, and muscle contraction, and it’s vital for brain, heart, muscle, and skeletal health (nearly 60% of our body’s magnesium1 is stored in the bones and teeth!).* It’s in our water sources, the ground beneath our feet, and our vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, fruits, fish, and meat. However, a large proportion of the population in Western countries2 doesn’t get the recommended amount of magnesium from diet alone, due in part to dietary choices and also the way conventional agriculture strips soil (and therefore, food) of certain minerals....

With that out of the way, some do prefer gentle, plant-based formulas with a more masculine-geared experience. If that sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. You see, natural-leaning soaps generally use plant-based surfactants (often coconut-derived) for a foamy lather, which tend to be far more soothing than traditional detergents and sulfates. As a result, they effectively clean your skin without stripping it dry—no “tight” feeling post-rinse. (Still, make sure to follow up with a body lotion to trap in all that moisture....

This winter, Maya Feller, R.D. sat down with co-founder and co-CEO Jason Wachob on an episode of the mindbodygreen podcast (be sure to listen to the full episode) to discuss her favorite foods and eating habits—and of course, the topic of our immune systems came up, given the start of the cold and flu season. These three foods are easy to find and can be used in a variety of ways—all of which will give your immune system the support it needs....

Next, make sure you actually enjoy it. This might seem like a no-brainer, but there are so many different types of low-calorie hard seltzer out there—you just have to find what unique flavors you like. Here, we’ve rounded up our favorites, all of which are gluten-free, low-sugar, and big on taste.

These potent formulas have the same serving size as other oils (one milliliter) but have up to 50+ mg of hemp CBD per serving. In comparison, a gentle dose has less than 20 mg of hemp CBD, while a moderate dose includes around 20 to 40 mg of the botanical supplement. (FYI, research suggests1 25 mg of hemp CBD is an effective potency to reap the plant’s benefits.) Of course, just because a hemp CBD oil is categorized as strong, it doesn’t mean the formula is worth the splurge....

Healthy boundaries are the ultimate guide to successful relationships. Without healthy boundaries, relationships do not thrive—they result in feelings of resentment, disappointment, or violation. These feelings, unchecked, can lead to being cut off from others or enmeshment, where there’s no clear division between you and others’ needs and feelings. Neither of these situations is ideal. Most of the time, people are not trying to violate your limits—they just aren’t aware of what they are....

While pain in your joints is relatively common and often temporary, it could also be the result of a larger issue, such as an illness, infection, or arthritis. In fact, a National Health Interview survey2 found that about 91 million adults in the United States have arthritis. Be sure to talk to your doctor if you’re concerned that your joint pain is from arthritis or a larger issue. “If your mattress is too firm or too soft, it can exacerbate joint pain,” she adds....

And I imagine this is where book clubs originally came from—our intrinsic urge to bond over brilliant content. Somehow, plot lines, characters, and prose only get better when they’re shared. However, despite our best intentions, not all book clubs are created equal. The Zoom fatigue is real, but hear me out. Another great location for your book club is the World Wide Web, and why? Because it’s one less hurdle between your guests and their attendance....

The best gym shoes strike the perfect balance of technology, support, strength, and (let’s be honest), style. Wear the wrong shoes and your entire sweat session could suffer. Here’s exactly how to be picky with your kicks so you can reach your full potential at the gym. Kornfeld adds, “The best gym shoe would address all of the issues that are specific to each [person]. Some require stability, while some require flexibility....

While massage guns can feel like a super-luxurious investment reserved only for professional athletes, as an ACE-certified personal trainer with a specialization in orthopedic exercise, I recommend them wholeheartedly to all my clients. These tools can speed up recovery, help release lactic acid, increase mobility and flexibility, and reduce injury—and they’ll help you stay pain-free, too. A study from the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research1 found that vibration therapy, such as that found in a massage gun, can improve muscle performance, and therefore potentially eliminate delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)—otherwise known as that pesky dull throbbing that peaks between 24 and 48 hours post-workout....

It was this reaction that was Gisele’s catalyst for her new book, Lessons. “I know when people share with me the stories of what they’ve gone through in their lives, it’s been helpful to me,” she shared on the mindbodygreen podcast. “The intention of the book is to have some of the challenges I’ve been through be helpful to other people going through similar experiences.” Like Gisele, I’m familiar with the extreme discomfort that comes with anxiety....