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How do you use castor oil on your eyelashes? Shutterstock First and most importantly, if you are considering utilizing castor oil for eyelash growth on a daily basis, make sure that what you buy is pure castor oil. If it’s been blended with other ingredients, it could irritate your skin or have zero effect whatsoever, leaving you with greasy eyelashes for no reason. Cold-pressed castor oil, which is clear, and Jamaican black castor oil (which is actually brown, rather than black) are the two most commonly used for at-home beauty practices....

What is microblading? megaflopp/Shutterstock Microblading is the holy grail for achieving that bushy brow look because the procedure involves tattooing extra eyebrow hairs onto your skin, according to Medical News Today. You’ll notice that your brows look darker and fuller almost instantly post-treatment. If done right, no one will be able to notice that the extra hairs are not your own. However, some people might need more than one microblading treatment to get the look they desire, and in some cases, touch-ups are needed a few weeks after the initial treatment....

BravoCon 2022: Vicki Gunvalson Claims She Has Proof Her Ex-Fiancé Is Cheating On His New Wife Jason Mendez/Getty Images By Reecha Kulkarni/Oct. 17, 2022 4:33 pm EST Avid fans of “The Real Housewives” franchise have been on every emotional rollercoaster that Vicki Gunvalson, former housewife of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” has taken them on. Of the many highs and lows of her life, her tumultuous relationship with Steve Lodge that was filmed during her last few seasons of the “RHOC” was unforgettable....

Here’s How Much Sugar You Should Be Consuming Per Day, According To A Doctor Laksena/Shutterstock By Jennifer Anandanayagam/Dec. 7, 2022 7:33 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You’ve probably felt guilty reading an article about sugar cravings, or maybe even been lectured about your excessive sugar intake by a doctor. What is likely being discussed, however, are added sugars or refined sugars, and not the carbohydrates inherent in certain foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains, per New Scientist....

How Kathryn Bigelow Broke The Glass Ceiling Tinseltown/Shutterstock By Lora Michelle/Oct. 20, 2022 8:48 am EST Even if you’re not familiar with Kathryn Bigelow as a celebrity, you definitely know her work. She directed Jamie Lee Curtis in the hit movie “Blue Steel,” and Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves in the action classic “Point Break.” Bigelow also notably helmed “The Weight of Water” with Sean Penn, and “K-19: The Widowmaker” with Harrison Ford, among others....

How To Pull Off Fake Curtain Bangs Before Committing To The Haircut Joe Scarnici/Getty Images By Lora Michelle/Nov. 25, 2022 8:00 pm EST How can you resist trying out a trend that was originally made famous by style icons such as Brigitte Bardot and Farrah Fawcett? The curtain bang, as noted by Oprah Daily, has been around since the 1960s, and has repeatedly popped up again and again, most likely due to the fact that it’s just a hot look....

Ivana Trump’s Former NYC Townhouse Has Twitter In A Tizzy Jamie Mccarthy/Getty Images By Gretchen Sterba/Nov. 17, 2022 3:16 pm EST It’s been months since Ivana Trump, the first wife of former President Donald Trump, died at the age of 73 in July 2022 after falling down the stairs at her Manhattan home. Born in the Czech Republic, Ivana came to the United States in the 1970s, where she met her future husband....

Ivanka Trump And Jared Kushner Take A Vacation Amid Donald’s New Campaign Alex Wong/Getty Images By Callie McGuire/Nov. 21, 2022 7:27 pm EST Donald Trump’s troubles seem to be growing. On November 18, the Justice Department named Jack Smith as special counsel for the criminal investigations involving former President Trump. The New York Times reported that Smith has years of experience prosecuting public corruption and war crimes cases. Washington Post editor Ruth Marcus pointed out, “[T]he arrival of a hard-charging prosecutor is an ominous sign for Trump: Smith didn’t leave his job as a war crimes prosecutor in The Hague to preside over a non-case....

New Book Details Queen Elizabeth’s Humorous Reaction After Meeting Donald Trump Chris Jackson/Getty Images By Sophie McEvoy/Nov. 28, 2022 1:28 pm EST Among the many books set to be published following Queen Elizabeth II’s death, one of the most anticipated is Gyles Brandreth’s “Elizabeth: An Intimate Portrait.” Brandreth is a British writer, actor, and former MP, via his website, who is a regular face on British television and is known for his close relationship with the royal family thanks to his friendship with Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, via Evening Standard....

Peter’s Reign Of Terror On General Hospital Explained Jean Baptiste Lacroix/Getty Images By Roger Froilan/Dec. 8, 2022 2:02 pm EST Among the rogue’s gallery of villains who’ve plagued Port Charles on “General Hospital” was the devious and calculating Peter August (Wes Ramsey). Per Soap Central, Peter was the son of supervillain Cesar Faison (Anders Hove) and Anna Devane (Finola Hughes), whom he believed to be his mother. While Faison had been obsessed with Anna for decades, when Peter came to Port Charles he developed his own obsession with Maxie Jones (Kirsten Storms)....

These States Have Abortion On The Ballot In 2022 Rena Schild/Shutterstock By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/Oct. 27, 2022 12:11 pm EST When Roe V. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court in June, it ended decades of a federally-protected right to abortion across the United States (via NPR). As such, access to legal and safe abortion now depends on the policies and laws of individual states. At the time of the ruling, the dissenting justices who were the minority and who did not vote to overturn the landmark 1970’s ruling that protected abortion, wrote that, “young women today will come of age with fewer rights than their mothers and grandmothers....

Tights Are In For Fall, But Not In The Way You’d Expect Aleksei Isachenko/Shutterstock By Zoe Nolz/Oct. 30, 2022 11:58 am EST Tights are convenient, chic, and stylish, making them a wardrobe staple for even marginally cold weather, so it’s no surprise some people wear tights every day of the week regardless of how cold it is. There is also a wide variety of ways to style tights, whether you’re wearing them under skirts, dresses, or even with ripped jeans for a grungier look....

Why Some Doctors Warn Against The Blood Type Diet Kmpzzz/Shutterstock By Brie Schmidt/Oct. 23, 2022 4:35 pm EST There’s no shortage of fad diets and trendy meal plans promising to help you shed pounds in months — or even weeks. One popular example is the blood type diet, which first gained traction after the release of the 1996 book “Eat Right 4 Your Type,” written by naturopathic physician Dr. Peter J....

Why The Young And The Restless Spoilers Have Fans Lining Up For Team Diane s_bukley/Shutterstock By Bryce Cameron/Oct. 25, 2022 1:37 pm EST For the better part of 2022, the main storyline on “The Young and the Restless” has revolved around bringing Diane Jenkins back to the show. When Diane first returned to Genoa City, she was forced to explain the decision to fake her own death to everyone she came across — most notably Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman), Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford), Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott), and her own son, Kyle Abbott (Michael Mealor), per Soaps in Depth....

Worth it: These flat boots are a classic staple Gucci Winters can be long and dreary, and having a comfortable pair of stylish and warm boots can make all the difference — this is where Gucci delivers. Made from high-quality Italian leather, these Gucci knee-high boots with a harness are designed to last, and with a price tag of $2,050, you wouldn’t expect anything less. With a flat heel and a side zip closure, these boots are both practical and functional....

How You Can Fit A Big Christmas Tree In A Small Space Vronivis/Shutterstock By Lora Michelle/Dec. 10, 2022 8:29 am EST While Charlie Brown’s little twig Christmas tree was cute in cartoon form, you probably want something a little bigger and more festive for your own home this holiday season. Of course, if you live in a smaller home or apartment, finding room to fit a larger tree can be tough....

The Most Affordable Places To Buy New Clothes For Your Fitness Journey Jacob Lund/Shutterstock By Louisa Marshall/Nov. 20, 2022 4:15 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. With so many fitness trends and workout options, it can get overwhelming to know where to start. Should you opt for the treadmill? Or maybe Pilates should be on your radar. But what about weight-lifting? Should you take classes or do your own solo thing?...

Blake Shelton knows a winner when he hears one DFree/Shutterstock Blake Shelton is a prime example of the fact that experience has its perks. Shelton was part of the original cast of coaches back when “The Voice” premiered in 2011, along with Christina Aguilera, CeeLo Green, and Adam Levine. As of this writing, Shelton is the only original coach still standing and he’s surely standing tall with eight wins under his belt....

A Former Real Housewife Is Calling Out Meghan Markle Over Her Deal Or No Deal Claims Alan Fraser Images/Shutterstock By Shana Aborn/Oct. 19, 2022 6:48 pm EST As a member of the British royal family, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, was expected to live by their “never complain, never explain” motto. Once out of the confines of the palace, however, the duchess was free to speak her truth — and she has taken full advantage of that....

Here’s How Long A Nipple Piercing Takes To Heal Photoroyalty/Shutterstock By Jennifer Anandanayagam/Nov. 25, 2022 10:33 am EST Some say nipple piercings originated as an act of rebellion, women showing the world that their breasts were not only for breastfeeding. Others trace its beginnings back to the 14th century queen of France, Isabella of Bavaria (via Vice). Despite how they came into society, nipple piercings have enjoyed a wavering type of popularity over the years....