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Short Hair Wet It and Forget It One reason women opt for short hair is to cut down on the time it takes to get ready each day. Use that low-maintenance length to your advantage by going for the wet look. Dampen hair and slick it down, back, and behind the ears. A touch of gel will lock things in place. Braided/Twisted Front We love easy braided hairstyles for work. Here’s a game-changing trick, especially if your bangs aren’t quite cooperating: French braid or two-strand twist your hair from one temple to the other, then secure the end with a hairpin or small elastic near the ear on the other side....

Squash isn’t just a sweet, rich addition to your menu, either. It’s also loaded with vitamins, fiber, and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Here, we’ve rounded up 23 of our favorite squash recipes that’ll give you something silky, soothing, and seriously healthy to eat all year round.

There are certain types of restorative exercise out there that, among other fabulous benefits (like building balance and quieting the mind), prioritize the breath and increase your oxygen intake. This, in turn, helps quiet the stress-induced nervous system. It’s time to stop living on adrenaline and stress and start focusing on breathing and moving. Incorporate these three healthy, recuperative types of exercises into your routine to quiet your mind, strengthen your body, and start feeling a little less stressed....

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If you’re ready to craft your own personal home decor style this year, read on for six easy ways to find inspiration—beyond following gorgeous design blogs on Instagram.

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“In general, you can’t go wrong with the plant kingdom: fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds, whole grains, herbs and spices, tea, and so on,” says Wendy Bazilian, DrPH, MA, RDN, the owner of Bazilian’s Health in San Diego. Just remember: It’s one thing to age ’long’ and another to age ‘well.’ “Most people who desire to live a long life actually want to live a long and healthy (vital, active) life, rather than hitting a certain year-mark,” says Bazilian....

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Unsurprisingly, Trader Joe’s offers a diverse line-up of condiments to satisfy our many culinary needs and cravings. And while some of these jars and bottles serve very specific purposes, we’ve rounded up a list of condiments that should earn permanent spots on your weekly grocery list.* Check them out below, then head over to our roundup of the best Trader Joe’s sauces for even more options for low-lift, flavor-packed meals....

Sound familiar? To get to the root of the problem, we talked to Davide Marinelli, hairstylist, Cricket ambassador, and founder of Davide Hair Studio in NYC. Below are some reasons your scalp may be greasing up—and what you can do to prevent it. Spoiler: It’s not just dry shampoo. Co-washing, or conditioner-only washing, is a common practice that helps hair retain its natural oils between shampooings. By incorporating a co-wash into your hair care routine, you’ll likely find strands are smoother and silkier....

According to a survey conducted by Finance Buzz, as many as 35 percent of people report having no money set aside for their retirement. And in the end, it looks like those folks’ kids are left with the responsibility. According to AARP, as many as 32 percent of midlife adults (ages 40–64) provided regular financial support to their aging parents. While discovering that your parents haven’t saved for their golden years is no easy pill to swallow, the fact is, what’s done is done....

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“Natural remedies can be an excellent first choice when treating nausea or an upset stomach,” says Saundra Dalton-Smith, MD, internal medicine physician in Birmingham, Alabama, and author of Sacred Rest. Many of these stomach soothers are found in your pantry while others are habits you can easily adopt. Here are eight natural options worth trying. How to get the benefits: Suck ginger lozenges or use fresh ginger directly from your pantry, adding the spice to meals you’re making....

Here are eight incredibly easy recipes to make ice cream at home. A few will require an ice cream maker but we made sure to include several no-churn options as well. Get the recipe: Apple Pie Ice Cream Get the recipe: Lemon Meringue Pie Ice Cream Get the recipe: Pecan Pie Ice Cream Get the recipe: Boston Cream Pie Ice Cream Get the recipe: Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream Get the recipe: No-Churn Papaya Ice Cream Get the recipe: No-Churn Pumpkin Ice Cream With Cranberry-Raspberry Compote Get the recipe: No Churn Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream

There are plenty of patio daybed options available. To choose the right one for you, evaluate the space available on your patio or in your backyard, and decide who’s going to use it most (and whether you need a double-sized daybed to fit two or more)—and buy accordingly. Check out a dozen of our favorite patio daybeds to find the one that’s best for you.

Ham & Leek Quiche Ham and cheese get the quiche treatment in this easy recipe. Get the recipe. Seared Tuna With Tomato-Olive-Caper Salad Only 20 minutes stand between you and this restaurant-worthy fish dinner. Get the recipe. Spring Fried Rice Classic fried rice gets a few fresh twists. Get the recipe. Salad With Chicken and Crispy Farro This easy chicken dish packs whole grains and veggies into a healthy, delicious meal....

Aizome’s sheet set is made out of virgin cotton, which means the sheets are “unbleached, chemical free, and organic,” Joshua Zeichner, MD, an associate professor of dermatology and Director of Cosmetic and Clinical Research in Dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, tells Real Simple. “They are ultra gentle on the skin,” Zeichner adds, “which is so important for people with conditions like eczema, where the skin barrier is disrupted....

Editor-Loved Black Friday Deals When shoppers think of Black Friday deals, big screen televisions and laptops are likely to come to mind. And though the savings on popular electronics and tech are impressive, it’s also a great time to restock items you go through all the time and for me, that’s replenishing my beauty bag with my skincare and makeup favorites. Reviewer-loved products like L’Oreal Paris’ Voluminous Lash Paradise mascara are on sale....