„Vajacial“: Ich war bei der Intimkosmetik & das solltest du wissen

Der etwas umstrittenere Teil des Vajacial ist die Dampfbehandlung, die in Wellness-Kreisen stark diskutiert wird, weil es dabei auch zu Verbrennungen oder Hautreizungen (im Fall von ätherischen Ölen oder Kräutern im Dampf) kommen kann. Und es stimmt: Wenn der Dampf in die Vagina gelangt, könnte er sie reizen, warnt Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, Frauenärztin an der Yale University School of Medicine. Sie meint, einige Pflegeprodukte haben zudem das Potenzial, den pH-Wert der Vagina aus dem Gleichgewicht zu bringen; sei also vorsichtig, wenn du dahingehend empfindlich bist. Dr. Minkin erwähnt außerdem, dass die Vulva das mitunter empfindlichste Gewebe des Körpers enthält. Je weniger Produkte wir dort verwenden, desto besser. read more

Mercury Retrograde Is Here, But Don’t Panic Yet

The joker planet rules our memory, communication, travel, technology, analytical skills, and the news, so it’s no wonder that the effects of the retrograde on us earthlings is intense. We may recollect things differently or want to discuss old situations with former frenemies. Be prepared to randomly bump into or hook up with an ex when at home when visiting your family. Since Mercury retrograde is currently transiting the sign Capricorn, we could get extra reflective and sentimental, making our hearts yearn for them after one cup of eggnog.  read more

I Just Built 5 Expensive-Looking Outfits from ASOS and H&M

We fashion editors are often asked about how to curate the perfect wardrobe, and the answer is often the same: versatility. In an ideal world, your wardrobe should include some timeless, premium pieces mixed in amongst more affordable trend-led items (extra points for any vintage and secondhand pieces you can rewear). This mix of brands and price points will help your clothing will reflect your personality, and above all else, dressing in a way that is true to you is what makes fashion fun. read more

Surprise, Surprise! Amazon Has The Best Bedding Deals Around

Are you someone who starts the new year with ambitious goals… or just a desire to up your hibernation game? If you’re looking to recommit to coziness, your bed is a great first place to start. But a bed makeover can be expensive. If you don’t have the money splash out on a whole setup, worry not. Amazon is a go-to for great sheets and more at shockingly affordable prices. According to the multitude of customer reviews we sifted through, the bedding over at Amazon can be “soft,” “well-made,” “lightweight but so warm,” and the list goes on. Not only that, but the cozy, top-rated bestsellers we scouted are also all up to 50% off for undisclosed amounts of time. read more