A gloss hair treatment is the ultimate weapon for battling dullness in your locks. This rejuvenating treatment will turn back time on your damaged locks in appearance. It will also give you silky smooth tresses with a blindingly healthy shine. Get a crash course on this miracle treatment by reading below: Gloss Hair Treatment 101: Everything You Need To Know About This Revolutionary Treatment What is a gloss hair treatment?...
Cute party hairstyles can be so easy to create! Read on to discover ten of our favorite party hairstyles for a baby shower that we hope will inspire your look: 10 Baby Shower Hairstyles 1. Dramatic Side Part Bobby pins are one of our favorite accessories that are typically used to get the hair out of our face or for a simple side style. To change this up a bit for your baby shower hairstyles, we also love to use a collection of medium-sized bobby pins that acclimate to one side of your head, forming a dramatic side part....
Instead, he found himself in his doctor’s office—25 pounds overweight, physically exhausted, sleep-deprived and with a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes. This news only aggravated the anxiety and disconnect he had been feeling for months. Steve was burned out. It’s called “burnout” for good reason—at the cellular level, our bodies are literally inflamed. This doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a chronic condition that’s a direct response to our 24/7 “always on” work cultures—which, combined with a climate of economic uncertainty, make for a perfect storm in our physiology....
Barry, I feel that boredom is such a rich topic for a writer and for a meditator, and you start by writing about those long afternoons of childhood. And I feel like I can summon one of those up right now, forty-five years later. “Mom, I’m bored.” I know why boredom and thinking about it is important to me. But why was boredom on your agenda to write about? Barry Boyce: Well, the Point of View is really about looking at the intersection between life and meditation and mindfulness practice....
* * * * * * * * * * One of the busiest days of the year for my husband is Black Friday – the day after Thanksgiving. He works in retail as a Store Manager and plans this day out months in advance. So, I thought, why not give him something to actually look forward to besides hundreds of customers standing in line? I plan to make him an invitation for Black Friday to join me for some ’great deals he can score!...
Braided Hairstyles for Date Night: 7 Styles to Show Off This Season 1. Backcomb Style Want to add a little volume to your braided style or just looking to achieve more volume in general? Try a backcomb style. Lightly teasing your hair can make a huge difference in any style. Start by lifting the hair at the crown of your head and gently brushing the hair backwards at the root with a fine-toothed comb or brush....
We’ve got Vlogger, Mini Marley, to demonstrate how you can create a chic and simple braided prom updo hairstyle in just a few steps. This style can be created on any hair type, but if you have natural hair, like Mini Marley, use this as a guide so that you can easily create this look on your hair type. Read on as we unfold how she gets this chic look for prom in 20-30 minutes tops!...
I too have started a mindfulness meditation practice and have found it to be helpful in my everyday life. But, as a science writer, I still have to wonder: Is all of the hype around mindfulness running ahead of the science? What does the research really say about mindfulness? To answer these questions, look no further than Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain, and Body, a new book by journalist Daniel Goleman and prominent neuroscientist Richard Davidson....
We know that meditation and mindfulness are consistently linked to reductions in stress, anxiety and psychological distress. But, despite this emerging research, we still know little about the brain mechanisms and processes associated with these positive effects. Prior neuroimaging studies point to increased activity in a part of the brain called the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), a structure involved in emotional regulation and cognitive control, as one potential avenue for inquiry....
To help you out, we are sharing some insider hair tips on how to chemically straighten hair with at-home kits, plus how to take care of your hair afterward. This includes how to keep your hair in check, and what you should avoid. From knowing when you can color your hair, to altering your hair care regimen, read on to discover some of the most frequently asked questions to help you to better care for your hair after a chemical hair straightener....
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Actually, the stores have looked like Christmas since October, but now the neighborhood Christmas light displays are out and shining! I love taking our annual drive around that neighborhood (the one that puts our house to shame!). It brings us such joy to see the Christmas lights. It has become a family tradition! This year, we wanted to show our appreciation and add some fun to our drive with Christmas Light Awards!...
Enjoy an Evening Looking at Lights! Many couples and families have a traditional Christmas lights date that they do. Looking at lights and decorations is part of the magic of the season. With this Christmas light scavenger hunt idea, you can add a little more fun to your time together. The idea is simple: use one of our three lists to mark off classic Christmas decorations as you go! Firstly, you’ll want to print off your amazing (and free!...
A color depositing conditioner does just that: It deposits color onto your strands and allows you to stretch the time between salon appointments. The effects aren’t as strong as a full-on hair dye but they are enough to help your color stay bold. Keep reading to learn more about what’s arguably the best conditioner for color treated hair and learn how to find the best option for you: Color Depositing Conditioner 101 This one goes out to all the faux redheads, bleach blonde babes and brand new brunettes out there!...
Lo and behold, I finally have a routine that helps me combat frizz and give me the results I never thought possible! Combat Frizz with these 3 Must-Have Products What Causes Frizz? Now, I won’t dive in too deep on the causes of frizz as there are many and I want to focus on my frizzy hair and the products that saved it. When I would let my hair air-dry, I noticed that it usually frizzed and felt very dry....
The anticipation leading up to date night adds an extra element of excitement to the week – which is why we Dating Divas LOVE a good invitation. Lucky for us we have this amazing reader that shared with us a site she discovered to create a unique and memorable invitation that looks just like a . . . Concert Ticket! Using THIS site you can create your very own personalized concert ticket that matches your specific plans for date night....
Researchers at Rochester have been studying the effects that a mindful communication course can have on practicing primary care physicians. Their findings, now published, show that doctors who participate in such courses become more present, attentive and focused on the moment. They also become less emotionally exhausted over time, and are able to increasingly empathize with patients. “Mindful communication is one way for practitioners to feel more ‘in the game’ and to find meaning in their practice,” says Dr....
Helming the bevy of beauties backstage was TRESemmé’s Orlando Pita who took the reins as lead stylist at Carolina Herrera. He gave us a quick peek into the reductive looks that he says were inspired by the art of Japanese paper-folding, a.k.a. origami hair. Read on for the lowdown about the chic, ‘90s-inspired style hairstyles we had the chance to check out during NYFW: Orlando Pita’s Graphic Origami-Inspired Hairstyles at Carolina Herrera SS2017 “The look of Carolina Herrera is very graphic; it’s [styled] straight back....
How to Wear NYFW Updos to the Office 1. Elegant Braid Daring Updo TRESemmé stylist, Odlie Gilbert drew inspiration from models when it came creating this elegant braid for the Christian Siriano S/S ‘20 runway show. “This look is chic yet playful. The secret is not tying the ponytail too high on the head and using a texturizing mousse to prep hair,” explained Gilbert. Her favorite mousse to use is TRESemmé Two Extra Hold Mousse because it keeps everything in place, but still gives your hair movement and a natural feel....
“You could say that I’m Nancy’s friend and that I’ve lived locally for twenty years,” I replied. “Fine,” said the greeter. “We’re glad to have you.” And then she went on to welcome the folks behind me at the door. Nancy and I found seats at one of the twenty or so trestle tables set in rows spanning the length of the hall. “You sit at the end,” Nancy said....
