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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
I've written about beauty for 5 years — here are 6 products I continue to re-buy
These beauty products are good to the last drop — trust me, I've finished them all. As someone who reviews and writes about products for a living, you would be right to assume that I've tried my fair share of beauty goodies. From dermatologist-recommended anti-aging essentials to products that found their fame on TikTok, I have tried a lot — and I mean a lot — of beauty products. Because my beauty cabinet resembles that of a small but stocked Sephora, I rarely re-buy something once I've finished it. Often, even though I love and truly recommend something, I have 10 more of its kind waiting to be tested, so a product has to be something extra special to warrant a repeat purchase. Finishing a product in earnest is not only a testament to its efficacy, but how often I reach for it in my day-to-day routine. I re-buy so rarely that when I do, it's worth a shout-out. If you keep scrolling, you'll find a list of beauty products that fit the following criteria: A) they're empty or nearly empty and B) I have re-purchased them in the past or am planning to do so in the near future. From my favourite-ever toner to the perfect sunscreen for oily skin, read on to shop my beauty empties.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
I've written about beauty for 5 years — here are 6 products I continue to re-buy
These beauty products are good to the last drop — trust me, I've finished them all. As someone who reviews and writes about products for a living, you would be right to assume that I've tried my fair share of beauty goodies. From dermatologist-recommended anti-aging essentials to products that found their fame on TikTok, I have tried a lot — and I mean a lot — of beauty products. Because my beauty cabinet resembles that of a small but stocked Sephora, I rarely re-buy something once I've finished it. Often, even though I love and truly recommend something, I have 10 more of its kind waiting to be tested, so a product has to be something extra special to warrant a repeat purchase. Finishing a product in earnest is not only a testament to its efficacy, but how often I reach for it in my day-to-day routine. I re-buy so rarely that when I do, it's worth a shout-out. If you keep scrolling, you'll find a list of beauty products that fit the following criteria: A) they're empty or nearly empty and B) I have re-purchased them in the past or am planning to do so in the near future. From my favourite-ever toner to the perfect sunscreen for oily skin, read on to shop my beauty empties.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
I've written about beauty for 5 years — here are 6 products I continue to re-buy
These beauty products are good to the last drop — trust me, I've finished them all. As someone who reviews and writes about products for a living, you would be right to assume that I've tried my fair share of beauty goodies. From dermatologist-recommended anti-aging essentials to products that found their fame on TikTok, I have tried a lot — and I mean a lot — of beauty products. Because my beauty cabinet resembles that of a small but stocked Sephora, I rarely re-buy something once I've finished it. Often, even though I love and truly recommend something, I have 10 more of its kind waiting to be tested, so a product has to be something extra special to warrant a repeat purchase. Finishing a product in earnest is not only a testament to its efficacy, but how often I reach for it in my day-to-day routine. I re-buy so rarely that when I do, it's worth a shout-out. If you keep scrolling, you'll find a list of beauty products that fit the following criteria: A) they're empty or nearly empty and B) I have re-purchased them in the past or am planning to do so in the near future. From my favourite-ever toner to the perfect sunscreen for oily skin, read on to shop my beauty empties.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
When my husband turned 60, we started going to Florida for the winters. I hated it at first.
When my husband turned 60, he decided we were going to spend half the year in Florida. I struggled going from New York City to our rental condo in North Miami. Now I go back to New York every two weeks while he stays at the beach. The second my husband turned 60, he decided it was time to join the million residents who spend part of the year (in our case, six months) in Florida. My spouse sold me on the sun, sand, and surf — and a North Miami condo rental on the 20th floor with ocean views. I didn't protest when he suggested it — so many of our friends who are empty nesters have made the part-time move to Boca, Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, or Delray. But when we shipped our car stuffed with bags down to Aventura in December, I quickly realized this was far different from New York City. I tried to make the most out of it The first week, my hubby was gleeful playing pickleball and snoozing on the terrace. I, however, immediately experienced a rosacea flareup from the 85-degree heat and humidity and wound up at a dermatologist's office. The doctor asked if I could stay out of the sun. "Can you write me a prescription to go back to New York?" I responded. Instead, she sold me $159 worth of sunscreen products and sent me on my way. As the weeks crawled by, we went on a few double dates with other couples. "You'll like them. They're about our age," my spouse assured me. They were — give or take 20 years. A few already had grandchildren and were on their second hip replacement. Rather than pout, I decided to make the most of my situation. Every day, I would don a wide-brimmed baseball hat and take a long walk around the exercise trail leading around the golf course. As I logged in my 10,000 steps, I dodged kids on bikes, Door Dash deliveries on motorized scooters, even a four-foot-long lizard and a family of wild ducks. Once, on my second loop, I passed a woman pushing her Maltese in a stroller. I peered inside the carriage; the dog looked more miserable than I. I felt out of place Strolling back through the security gates into the condo complex driveway, I called a friend to vent. "This is so not me! I feel like I'm in the Twilight Zone!" I said to hear while complaining about how no one wore black. She was talking me off the ledge when I suddenly heard screeching tires. I turned to see a blue Cadillac coming straight at me. It swerved side to side wildly, hitting a few palm trees in its path and taking out the arm of the security gate. I screamed and jumped into a bush as it sped past, finally coming to a hard stop in front of the condo fountain. I ran after the car, prepared to scream at the driver for trying to mow me down. An old, bent-over gentleman emerged from behind the wheel, and his nurse stepped out of the passenger side. She apologized, and I saw that the man was clearly in shock — he was 97 years old, I found out. I made my way upstairs, thankfully unharmed but covered in dirt from my tumble into the landscaping. I told my spouse what happened. "Florida," he shrugged. "What are you gonna do?" There was plenty I could do — for starters, book my return flight home the next day. "This IS home," he reminded me. I didn't want to be here I went into the bathroom, slammed the door behind me, and cried. This life wasn't me, and despite wanting to be a good wife and spend quality time with my husband, I didn't want to be here. I felt completely lost. I talked to my spouse and explained how I was feeling. To his credit, he told me to travel back and forth as much as I needed. Delta Air Lines became my new best friend. We struck a compromise: I return to New York every two weeks, spend a week or two recharging my batteries, and then return. I now see my daughter, do my work, and meet up with friends. When I'm home and he is in Florida, I don't miss the surroundings, but I do miss him. He comes back to NYC a few times as well, and the rest of the time we spend together in what I try not to call "Aventorture" (at least not in front of him). As we reach the end of May and our official "move out" time for the snowbird season, I'm actually starting to feel more at ease. I got this. I found a few things that keep me entertained and sane: local theater, an Air Supply concert, and the Ralph's coffee stand at the Aventura Mall that doesn't run out of oat milk. It will never be NYC, but maybe when I'm 97 (hopefully not still driving), it may seem ideal. Read the original article on Business Insider Solve the daily Crossword
CNET
3 days ago
- Health
- CNET
Think Higher SPF Is Better? Experts Say 30–50 Is Where It's At
Staying hydrated and cool might be at the top of your list this summer, but don't forget about sunscreen. Protecting your skin from the sun's UV rays is essential—not just to prevent sunburn, but to lower your risk of skin cancer and early signs of aging. With so many SPF options lining store shelves, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. That's why we asked a dermatologist to break down exactly what SPF number you should be reaching for. What is SPF? SPF, or sun protection factor, describes the amount of solar energy needed to produce a sunburn on protected skin relative to unprotected skin, according to the US Food and Drug Administration. Logic would follow, then, that wearing a higher SPF would offer you better protection when you're out and about, basking in the sun's rays. Is a higher SPF better? Is higher SPF sunscreen more protective in a measurable way that actually matters? The tested difference between SPF 30 and SPF 50 is small, according to Dr. Steven Daveluy, board-certified dermatologist and program director at Wayne State University Department of Dermatology. There was a difference of 96.7% blocking versus 98% blocking, in one example he provided. Research on people wearing sunscreen out in "real life" has suggested higher SPFs are more protective, Daveluy said in an email. Combine this with the fact you're probably not wearing enough sunscreen -- studies have shown people apply only 25% to 50% of the amount that they should, Daveluy said -- and a higher SPF may come out reasonably more protective. "You should use about 1 ounce of sunscreen to cover your head, neck, arms and legs when wearing shorts and a T-shirt," Daveluy recommended, adding that people without hair should use a little more. "That means your 3-ounce tube of sunscreen is only three applications," Daveluy said. "Most people are not using that amount." What is the minimum SPF you need in a sunscreen? The American Academy of Dermatology Association recommends your sunscreen be SPF 30 or higher. It also recommends you look for sunscreen that has broad-spectrum protection (it protects against UVA and UVB rays) and make sure it's water-resistant. "If you follow the recommendations for the proper amount of sunscreen, then SPF 30 is great," Daveluy said. If you think you're skimping on the layers, though, a higher SPF could offer more benefit. He added that he generally recommends looking for at least SPF 50 or 60. Does skin tone matter when choosing an SPF? People with darker skin tones have more melanin, which does offer some protection from the sun's damaging rays. For this reason, skin cancer rates in people of color are lower than rates in white people, but the risk isn't zero. Research also suggests that people of color may be more likely to experience a missed or late diagnosis of skin cancer, making outcomes more dangerous. (It's also important to note that melanoma can have other causes besides exposure to sunlight or UV rays, and can show up in areas not typically exposed to sun.) "SPF 30 is the minimum for everyone," Daveluy said. He added that tinted sunscreens may be a better fit for darker skin tones, leaving less of a white cast. "If you have very fair skin, the higher [SPF] numbers may be a good idea, especially if you aren't using the proper amount, because you will see the consequences of underuse more easily," Daveluy said. Sunscreen red flags As long as you're wearing a minimum of SPF 30, applying it properly and also looking for products that are broad spectrum and water resistant, you've got the basics down. Daveluy added that for people with sensitive skin, finding a mineral sunscreen with "active ingredients of zinc and/or titanium" may be a good choice. Daveluy pointed out other measures of protecting yourself from the sun, including wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sun-protective clothing and hanging out in the shade when possible. But don't forget that sunscreen has a proven safety record going back for decades, he said. "The biggest red flags for sunscreen are any people or reports that try to tell you sunscreen isn't safe," Daveluy said.
