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The ultimate guide to sunscreens: top picks for every skin type

From mineral face sticks to shimmery body oils, the best SPF products of the year ranked by skin type, texture, and everyday wearability. Sunscreens has had a reputation problem. For years, it sat at the bottom of medicine cabinets, chalky and thick, something people grabbed grudgingly before a beach trip. That version of SPF…

ByGesi Lloyd3 days ago0Comments

Books

The reason fiction reading is better than scrolling

In an era dominated by notifications, social media feeds, and a nonstop flow of information, many people struggle to focus on one thing for more than a few minutes. Endless scrolling can feel relaxing in the moment, but mental health experts say there may be a far more effective way to support emotional well being…

ByDorcas Onasa3 days ago0Comments

Self Care

The 7 day plan to feel your absolute best this week

A week can fly by or drag on, but one thing is certain a lot can shift in seven days. You may not overhaul your entire life before next Monday, but you can absolutely shake up a stagnant routine, pull yourself out of a rut, and finally act on the things you have been putting…

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Skincare

Does Botox weaken your emotions?

Botox has become one of the most talked about cosmetic treatments in the world, helping millions soften fine lines and wrinkles with quick, minimally invasive injections. But a recent wave of social media discussions has sparked a different kind of conversation, with some users wondering whether the popular treatment could affect a person's ability to…

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Celebs

Tracee Ellis Ross addresses pregnancy claims

Tracee Ellis Ross is setting the record straight after finding herself at the center of online speculation that she is expecting her first child. The actress, best known for her roles in Black-ish and Girlfriends, recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to discuss her upcoming Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing. During the…

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Relationships

4 signs your self centeredness is destroying your relationships

Most people have moments where they put themselves first, redirect a conversation back to their own experiences or struggle to offer a genuine apology. That is, according to mental health professionals, entirely human. But there is a meaningful difference between those occasional lapses and a persistent, damaging pattern of thinking about yourself too much. Every…

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Parenthood

4 life changing habits that reduce child injury

Preventable injuries remain one of the biggest threats to children, but experts say parents and caregivers have more influence than they may realize when it comes to reducing those risks. While safety devices, protective equipment and government regulations play a critical role in protecting young people, experts emphasize that everyday behaviors can be just as important.…

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Celebs

Muni Long underwent a double lung transplant to survive last fall

The Grammy-winning R&B singer opened up on "Good Morning America" about the life-threatening diagnosis that derailed her fall tour and changed everything. Grammy-winning R&B singer Muni Long is speaking publicly for the first time about the medical crisis that nearly killed her last fall, revealing she underwent a double lung transplant after doctors told…

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Celebs

Solange Knowles turns 40 and her beauty legacy is undeniable

From Afrocentric braids at New York Fashion Week to laminated brows at the Schomburg Gala, Solange's beauty choices have always been a statement in restraint. Solange Knowles has always moved on her own clock. The Houston-born artist, founder of the multidisciplinary creative collective Saint Heron and curator of the Eldorado Ballroom summer series, turned…

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Skincare

Your shower habit might be aging your skin faster

Doctors say what works in your 20s could seriously damage your skin as you age—here's what they recommend instead. For most of us, daily showering has long felt like a given—part of the morning ritual, as automatic as brushing our teeth. But what if that well-meaning routine is quietly doing more harm than good? According to…

ByDempsey May Ayuco4 days ago0Comments

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The ultimate guide to sunscreens: top picks for every skin type

The reason fiction reading is better than scrolling

The 7 day plan to feel your absolute best this week

Does Botox weaken your emotions?

Tracee Ellis Ross addresses pregnancy claims

4 signs your self centeredness is destroying your relationships

4 life changing habits that reduce child injury

Muni Long underwent a double lung transplant to survive last fall

Solange Knowles turns 40 and her beauty legacy is undeniable

Your shower habit might be aging your skin faster

Tia Mowry’s emotional approach to finding love

What the June 2026 full moon in Capricorn means for you

Naomi Osaka: Will a foot injury derail her Wimbledon run?