Never thought I’d see the day. What’s worse than bland soup? Honestly, pretty much nothing. (That is, unless you’re down bad with a stomach bug and plain rice and tasteless chicken noodle soup is exactly what the doctor ordered. Under those circumstances: Do carry on.) But at most meals, we prefer a lively, flavor-rich soup […]
5 Surprising Things Your Skin Can Tell You About Your Heart Health
Your skin is a window into your health, including your heart health. Picture this: You wake up, wipe the sleep from your eyes, and head to the bathroom. You flip on the light, look in the mirror, and one puffy eye stares back at you. A swollen eyelid—we’ve all been there. Most of the time, […]
I Met Beyonce’s Former Makeup Artist, and These Were the 4 Tips (and Products!) I’ll Be Adding to My Routine
Hello, flawless. It is easy to wax poetic about the benefits of the squat. In fact, if you ask most fitness professionals about their favorite exercises, most will have the squat at the top of their list. The basic squat is impressive on its own, but the fact you can make it easier, harder, or […]
These 15 Expert-Approved Finger Vibrators Will Make Hand Play Even More Buzz-Worthy
These tiny vibrators pack one hell of a punch. Matching on the queer dating app HER with the lesbian who lives next door is officially the best thing to happen to my sex life, but the Playboy Pleasure Vibrato Wand Vibrator ($136) is a very close second. As a queer woman who writes about sex, […]
More Campers Are Pitching Their Tents in Winter To Stave Off Seasonal Affective Disorder—Here’s Why Experts Think That’s a Good Thing
Plus, the gear you need to do it safely. When you’re constantly on the move, the importance of reliable footwear cannot be overstated. Whether you’re conquering city streets, exploring nature trails, or simply navigating your daily routine, walking shoes for women (and men!) can make all the difference. Gone are the days of sacrificing fashion […]
This Is the Most Underrated Tarte Product—Yep, We Got the Scoop Straight From a Tarte Staffer
Don’t sleep on this one. I don’t know about you, but I personally never feel more confident than when I leave the salon with my freshly balayaged hair settling in professionally blown-out waves over my shoulders. For days after (like, way longer than is acceptable between hair washes), I painstakingly apply dry shampoo and volume […]
Yes, Dehydration Can Cause Chest Pain—Here’s How To Relieve It (and Get Rehydrated)
All the more reason to hold tight to that emotional support water bottle. Some people just light up a room when they walk in. You know the ones—they radiate positivity, take the time to greet everyone around them, and when they leave, you realize your face hurts from all the smiling. That’s how it felt […]
The 7 Best Gravel Bikes for Every Type of Cyclist
Gravel bikes are a happy medium between road and mountain bikes—and are one of the most popular types out there. Whether in the form of anal fingering, willy wanking, honey-pot pawing, or nipple tweaking, fingers play a huge supporting (or starring!) role in sex. Since fingers are typically more dexterous than other body parts (like […]
Controlling Your Dreams Is Cool and All, but Can Lucid Dreaming Be Dangerous?
Scary, maybe. But dangerous? That’s up for debate. There are some beauty products that everyone raves about. You know the ones: the concealer that apparently all beauty influencers love, the foundation you see Instagram ads for 100 times a day, the lip oil you swear every single one of your friends suddenly owns. Sure, it can […]
The Pain of Being a Black Disabled Woman in a Racist Health-Care System
“I have to fight for my life while fighting for my life.” Gravel biking has become one of the most popular cycling activities in the past year, according to a January 2024 report from activity tracker app Strava. In this recent trend report, which includes data from uploaded activities from October 2022 through September 2023, […]
