Have you ever worn fake lashes before? I’ve only tried them once and it was years ago for a Halloween costume, but I feel like they are becoming more common lately for parties, events, or even just a fun night out. And since I’m headed to Alt Summit in a couple of weeks (give me a shout if you’ll be […]
Recent Posts By Kristin Appenbrink
Should You Exercise When You’re Sick?
There’s no doubt that cold and flu season is one of the factors that can squash your fitness resolution. But a case of the sniffles isn’t always reason enough to skip the gym. Neil Schachter, a professor of pulmonary and critical care at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, in New York City, recommends doing what he calls a “neck check.” […]
How to Spot Clean Your Sofa Cushions
If you end up with a spill or a stain on your upholstered furniture, use this trick to remove the stain without damaging the cushion underneath. Before you start treating the stain, unzip the cover and slip a plastic cutting board in between the fabric and the cushion. This will prevent the cushion from getting damp or stain from transferring […]
A $6 Gadget to Make You A Better Baker
If you use your oven on a regular or semi-regular basis, here’s one (inexpensive) kitchen gadget you should invest in the next time you’re at Bed Bath and Beyond or the next time you place an Amazon order—an oven thermometer Using an oven thermometer can help you determine whether your oven runs hotter or cooler than the dial shows. I’m […]
How to Prevent Dark Under-Eye Circles
As if you needed another reason to slather on the sunscreen (year-round) in the morning. It turns out that sunscreen can help prevent your skin from thinning and browning—two of the main causes of those pesky, hard-to-conceal under-eye shadows. For tips on applying concealer and solving other eye problems, head to Real Simple.
What Is Your Favorite Random Act of Kindness?
Happy Monday, everyone! We want to start your week off right with a question from our print editors. They want to know: What has been your favorite random act of kindness that you’ve either given, received, or witnessed recently? Share your stories in the comments below, and we’ll share a selection of them in an upcoming issue! And if you […]
Cool Video: Fireworks in Reverse
I was lucky enough to be at a party with a view of a few different fireworks displays on New Year’s Eve earlier this week. And then I came across this video on This is Colossal where filmmaker Julian Tay reversed a video he’d taken of fireworks in Melbourne. Isn’t it beautiful? What other amazing videos have you seen online recently? […]
