Editor’s tip: You can use the masque after every wash in place of a conditioner. Key ingredients: hyaluronic acid, abyssine, vitamin E | Fragrance-free: no | Who it’s best for: anyone with brittle, dull, or hair loss Best for Maintaining Color Vibrancy: Hey Hair Root Revival Advanced Anti-Gray Hair Serum Hey Hair Root Revival Advanced … Read more
Ageing is perfectly natural, said makeup artist Andrea Ali, but “when you add years on your face because of makeup, that’s when I have a problem with it”. One of the main makeup mistakes Andrea witnesses is “too much of everything”, such as concealer. Andrea said: “If you’re going to apply too much concealer, it’s … Read more
Lately, there’s been heightened conversation online about how millennials don’t look their age: How is it that “Bridgerton” star Nicola Coughlan is 37 but genuinely looks 19, the age of her character Penelope Featherington on the show? How is it that people born in 1993 are now the same age as George Costanza in the … Read more
Crepes may be delectable, but crepey skin? Not so much. The term describes skin that, like crepe paper, appears thin and crinkled and typically lacks the elasticity, thickness and firmness of youthful skin. “Crepey skin is primarily an aesthetic concern but it can also be indicative of potential health issues,” board-certified dermatologist Dr. Shoshana Marmon … Read more
Remaining healthy and sharp are goals for most people as they age. But one group of people — known as “SuperAgers” — is said to have this all down as they go through life, even into their later years. The term SuperAgers was created by researchers at Northwestern University, who define it as “adults over … Read more
In 1997, a French woman named Jeanne Calment died at the age of 122. She was the world’s oldest verified person, according to the Gerontology Research Group. Her daily habits included drinking a glass of port wine and smoking a cigarette after meals (she also ate 2.5 pounds of chocolate every week). “Nobody else has … Read more
Moisturizing regularly is essential for healthy skin. But men often skip this crucial practice, dermatologists say, and it could causes them some unexpected skin problems. “Men are generally low-maintenance when it comes to skin care regimens,” said Dr. Purvisha Patel, a dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon. “Culturally, they may have been told that skin care and … Read more
Costa Rica is home to one of the world’s Blue Zones, where people live longer and healthier lives than average. I’m from a small town in the region of Cartago, called Llano Grande, which is known for its rich agriculture. As a cookbook author and cooking teacher who was born and raised here, I have … Read more
I don’t know if it was cowardice, lack of bedside manner, or just laziness that prompted my doctor to notify me by email. One assumes this kind of news is best delivered in person or at least via the phone, but in any case, it put a crimp on my weekend. “Just received the report … Read more
I mention that there are now even test kits we can buy to tell us where we are in our “menopause journey.” Shields says she has a better idea. “I want a kit that says, ‘Congratulations, you have done an incredible job. You’ve made it this far. Look at you. What do you want to … Read more
