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My Massage Therapist Talks Too Much. How Can I Politely Let Them Know?
A veteran massage therapist offers some tips on communication.
Navigating the Risks of Personal-Care Products
A former FDA chief recommends better regulation of personal-care products.
Cleaning Up the Beauty Industry: Q&A With Romain Gaillard
The French entrepreneur shares his thoughts on the future of the green-beauty industry.
6 Strategies to Fight the Root Causes of Acne
The best way to tackle acne is from the inside out.
Glow and Grow: Q&A With Hello Glow’s Stephanie Gerber
Wellness insights from a mom blogger who grew her site of DIY recipes to a community of natural-product-creating enthusiasts.
How to Take Time Off — Guilt-Free
Many of us feel guilty about time away from work — and overwhelmed by the effort it takes to plan, prep, and pay for vacations. These strategies can help.
5 Tips for Healthy Sun Exposure
Expert advice on how to get more sunshine — and avoid unnecessary risks.
How to Take a Beautiful Bath
Not a fan of tub time — or just haven’t found a routine that works for you? These six tips will make you a bath believer.
5 Avocado Face Mask Recipes
Here are five DIY recipes for a nourishing, all-natural avocado face mask.
A Whiff of Good News: Disclosing Fragrance Ingredients
Industry giant Unilever opts to reveal fragrance chemicals in all of its personal-care brands.
DIY Beauty: Beet Red Lip Gloss (Video)
Classic red lipstick can contain lead, which is not so pretty. We show you how to make this nontoxic lip treatment that provides plenty of color.
DIY Beauty: Cypress Firming Facial Oil (Video)
Swap the expensive face serums that address wrinkles and fine lines with this healing facial oil instead.
DIY Beauty: Vanilla Macadamia-Oil Body Scrub (Video)
Mix together this energizing scrub to help exfoliate and moisturize skin during dry winter months.
Are Artificial Fragrances Bad for Your Health?
Artificial fragrances are everywhere — and they can pose significant threats to your health. Here’s what you can do about it.
How a Healthy, Happy Sex Life Supports Your Health
Here are nine ways a healthy sex life can support your wellness — and vice-versa.
The Promise of Integrative Medicine
Disillusioned by decades of disease-focused medicine, more doctors and patients are now shifting their focus to whole-person health. Ancient practices (yoga), alternative therapies (acupuncture), and commonsense strategies (nutritional counseling) are complementing conventional treatments, expanding our notions of healing — and leading the way to greater well-being and vitality.
8 DIY Beauty Products
Try these recipes for clean, all-natural skincare products you can make at home.
Is Talcum Powder Linked to Ovarian Cancer?
Researchers continue to debate about the safety of the personal-care product after court orders Johnson & Johnson to pay damages for death of baby-powder user.
The Changing Face of Beauty
An increasing interest in all things real and natural is changing how we take care of ourselves — inside and out.
The Trouble with Small Beads in Toothpaste
How you can steer clear of cosmetic microbeads to safeguard our environment — and your own well-being.
See the Big Picture: 5 Fundamentals of a Healthy Life
Discover what you can start doing now to prepare for your healthiest, most vibrant future.