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Dermatologist reveals 5 habits quietly wrecking your skin

A Yale skin expert says everyday routines, not product choices, may be behind your dull, dry complexion Most skincare conversations start and end with products — the right serum, the right acid, the right miracle oil promising a smoother, more even complexion. But according to one leading skin expert, the real culprits behind a dry,…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 17, 20260Comments

Health

Olive oil daily — What happens after 30 days

Doctors say one small daily habit could quietly reshape your health — from your heart to your gut. A tablespoon of olive oil doesn't look like much sitting on a kitchen counter, but a growing body of research suggests a daily dose could ripple through nearly every system in the body. From cardiologists to gastroenterologists,…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 17, 20260Comments

Health

Tisha Campbell reveals diagnosis she didn’t see coming at 57

Tisha Campbell has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD at 57, a discovery she made only after finishing a memoir about raising her own autistic son. The actress shared the news during an appearance on Way Up with Angela Yee, turning a promotional interview for her new book into a far more personal revelation than…

ByGesi LloydSeptember 17, 20260Comments

Celebs

Nia Long Gets Her Hollywood Star, Finally

Nia Long has a permanent address on Hollywood Boulevard now. The actress received the 2,857th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, September 16, in the motion pictures category, closing out a run that started in the early 1990s and never really slowed down. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce marked the day by…

ByGesi LloydSeptember 17, 20260Comments

Skincare

Your Skin Barrier Might Be Breaking — Here’s the Fix

Stinging serums, sudden flakes, and tight cheeks aren't random. They're your skin's warning signal, and the fix might be simpler than you think. If your go-to serum suddenly burns, your foundation clings to dry patches, or your face feels tight right after washing, don't ignore it. These aren't signs your skin is being dramatic —…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 16, 20260Comments

Food & Drink

So Delicious recall sends shoppers scrambling to check freezers now

A popular dairy-free treat is under fire after inspectors flagged a startling safety concern — here's what to do if it's in your freezer. Frozen dessert lovers are being urged to open their freezers and check their labels immediately. A widely distributed pint of dairy-free ice cream has been pulled from shelves nationwide after reports…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 16, 20260Comments

Lifestyle

Trader Joe’s Halloween Totes Return — But Will They Vanish Instantly?

The cult-favorite mini canvas totes are coming back in four spooky colors, and history suggests they won't stick around long. Trader Joe's is once again leaning into the season, confirming that its beloved Halloween-themed mini tote bags will land on store shelves later this month. The grocery chain's collectible totes have become something of a…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 16, 20260Comments

Cosmetics

Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty trick might replace your mascara

The actor and Rare Beauty founder just revealed the effortless swap she uses for her lightest makeup days — and it's already sending fans to Sephora. Selena Gomez is having quite the year, and her latest recognition proves her impact stretches well beyond the screen. The multi-hyphenate star was recently named the 2026 Impact Award…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 16, 20260Comments

Celebs

Oprah Winfrey reveals her secret to every bold decision

Ahead of her immersive Las Vegas experience, the media icon opens up about the inner voice that's guided every major decision in her decades-long career. Oprah Winfrey is once again proving that reinvention has no expiration date. The billionaire media mogul is bringing an all-new immersive experience to the Sphere in Las Vegas from April…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 16, 20260Comments

Food & Drink

Skin doctors keep pointing to one surprising food

Dermatologists reveal why this kitchen staple keeps coming up in skin-health conversations Ask a handful of dermatologists what one food they'd point to for better skin, and tomatoes come up again and again. It's not hype — the fruit's nutrient profile gives it a real, if modest, role in skin maintenance, according to three skin…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 16, 20260Comments

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Dermatologist reveals 5 habits quietly wrecking your skin

Olive oil daily — What happens after 30 days

Tisha Campbell reveals diagnosis she didn’t see coming at 57

Nia Long Gets Her Hollywood Star, Finally

Your Skin Barrier Might Be Breaking — Here’s the Fix

So Delicious recall sends shoppers scrambling to check freezers now

Trader Joe’s Halloween Totes Return — But Will They Vanish Instantly?

Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty trick might replace your mascara

Oprah Winfrey reveals her secret to every bold decision

Skin doctors keep pointing to one surprising food

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