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What Is Dry Brushing? Dry brushing is essentially physical exfoliation. You brush the skin (of the body or face) with a dry brush, typically before showering or washing. “I think it’s really important to do it right before your shower because you can wash away the dry skin that was sloughed off during brushing,” said Kim. Dry brushing devotees say it’s been around for ages in some European and Asian cultures, but the practice is getting recent buzz because of celebs and social media....

Highlights Dwyer worked for publications including InStyle, Health, and Woman’s DayShe has worked for Dotdash Meredith since September 2017Dwyer received B.A. in Journalism from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst Other Work: How to Recover From a Bad Night’s Sleep, According to Experts, HealthThis $4 Face Mask Gave Me Glowy Skin After a Long Flight, Health

Once your basic Instant Pot macaroni and cheese is made, the add-ons are endless. Mix in grilled chicken or barbecue pulled pork for a hearty, protein-packed entrée, or broccoli and jalapeno peppers for crunch and a spicy kick. You could also transfer the macaroni and cheese to a baking dish, top with more cheese and breadcrumbs, then broil in the oven for an extra crispy finish. (If you don’t have an Instant Pot, we like this one from amazon....

While saving 25 percent may not sound like a lot, keep in mind that Everlane rarely hosts sitewide sales on its editor-loved basics. The brand’s seasonal sales hardly ever include top sellers and new arrivals, so this is your chance to finally score a discount on some of the season’s most coveted pieces. You can even grab its grade-A cashmere and Italian leather shoes at a fraction of their typical price....

Certain pre-parenting discussions are essential to ensure you and your partner are on the same page, which is why we looked to Candice Cooper-Lovett, PhD, LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to determine the four most crucial conversations all couples should have. Before you begin fantasizing about a future nursery, read on. 1. Evaluate the foundation of your relationship First and foremost, it’s crucial to make sure your relationship is on solid ground....

We talked to a few nutrition experts to find out why folate is so great—and what foods you can eat if you want to consume more of it. What Is Folate? Folate—also known as vitamin B9—is a vitamin that plays a key role in many of your body’s core functions. Folate helps your body make red blood cells (which keep your organs and tissues in tip-top shape) and white blood cells (which help your body fight off infections)....

To buy: $69 (was $110); amazon.com. Designed for tough tasks like sticky juice spills and pet accidents, this steam cleaner comes with two microfiber cloth pads that work with super hot steam to loosen stuck-on messes and wipe floors clean. And because the steam cleaner can work on all kinds of flooring, including hardwood, tile, vinyl, other sealed hard floors, and even carpet to deodorize and freshen, you can cater to your whole home....

The return of the mudroom, or an antechamber between the front door and the house, provides the ideal spot to remove shoes, hang up jackets, and slather on sanitizer before stepping inside. And even for homes that don’t have the luxury of a separate mudroom, there may be an increased focus on creating a clean and organized entryway “drop zone” so we can leave our germs at the door. Note: Just be sure when you’re shopping that the hardware is made of real copper or brass—many options are actually zinc or steel with a painted gold or copper finish....

States With the Most Expensive Thanksgiving Turkeys Since live turkeys aren’t plentiful in Hawaii and Alaska, and thus must be shipped to both of those locations, residents of those states can expect to pay the most for a Thanksgiving turkey, with Hawaii taking the top spot. Hawaii The average price for a turkey in Hawaii is $50.35—the highest price in the nation and roughly 47 percent more than the national average....

“For some, it can create irritation, or inflammation of the hair follicles,” Gohara says. “Most of the time, the scalp is un-fazed by dry shampoo, but when irritation does set in, it’s not fun.” So how much is too much? Gohara and Jones both recommend using dry shampoo no more than two days in a row. “My general rule of thumb is two times a week max for any leave-in product that doesn’t involve washing the hair, unless it’s a hydrating oil,” Gohara says....

Even if your brush resembles roadkill, it’s understandable why you may not want to ditch it. While hair ties are more limited in lifespan, your hairbrush is likely the sturdiest hair tool you own. That black Conair you’ve been using for years could be intact and functioning equally well as the day you bought it. Not to mention, a good-quality boar bristle brush is pricey to replace. Keep in mind that your hairbrush is the one hair tool you probably use daily....

There are a number of foods that can heighten inflammation, and one ingredient near the top of that list is sugar. “Excess sugar in the diet can definitely lead to chronic, low-grade inflammation, which can cause chronic disease,” says registered dietitian Samantha Bartholomew, MS, RDN. There are several ways sugar causes inflammation in the body, says Bartholomew. Here are the top four detrimental responses: Yes, RDs and MDs suggest that we help solve the vicious cycle of inflammation by cutting back on sweets....

But here’s the thing: Brushing, more specifically, improper brushing, can be a huge cause of hair damage. The good news? It’s easily avoidable, as long as you master the right technique. It’s pretty simple—all you have to do is start brushing at the ends and gradually work your way up. When you brush the way most people do—starting at the roots and moving downward—you end up simply pushing any tangles or snarls all the way to the ends, which are the most fragile part of your hair to begin with, and can wind up having one big ol’ knot at the bottom....