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Tips That Will Make Your Camping Experience Much More Enjoyable simona pilolla 2/Shutterstock By Lindsay Ray/Nov. 19, 2022 5:00 pm EST There’s no comfier feeling than the coziness of sweatpants and a hoodie, roasting marshmallows around a crackling fire, dodging the billowing pine needle-scented smoke, and looking up to see a blanket of stars. Ah, camping — an activity that more than 93.8 million American households participate in (via Koa). While camping trips can be a relaxing experience, a lot goes into their proper planning that requires more than just a tent and a pack of hotdogs....

5 Healthy Ways To Lose Weight For Women Over 50 Pics five/Shutterstock By Vanessa Elle/Oct. 14, 2022 8:58 am EST Weight loss can be difficult at all stages of life, but many people find that the process gets even harder with age. Due to reasons such as age-related muscle loss, a slowing metabolism, lifestyle changes, and hormonal fluctuations, you might find that shedding pounds feels impossible once you hit 50 (via Everyday Health)....

Meghan’s first Christmas with the royal family was a dream come true Shaun Jeffers/Shutterstock Getting along with your in-laws is always tough, and Meghan Markle had an extra difficult time integrating into the royal family. But according to her, things weren’t always so tense. In Episode 3 of “Harry & Meghan,” the Duchess of Sussex revealed that she spent her first Christmas season in Sandringham with Harry’s family back in 2017, calling it “amazing....

Shaving Vs Epilating: What Is Best For Your Skin? larisa Stefanjuk & EverGrump/Shutterstock By Jennifer Anandanayagam/Dec. 17, 2022 7:24 am EST From pumice stones and sandpaper in the 1930s to shaving, waxing, sugaring, and laser hair removal in the more recent decades, hair removal methods have come a long way over the years. Did you know that even our ancestors, the cavemen, used sharp rocks to remove hair so that they could discourage insects from calling their beards home?...

Invest in a jacket that will make a statement Nicoletaionescu/Getty Images Don’t underestimate the power of a great jacket. Bonus points if it is tailored made to elongate the lines of your shoulders, while also leaving in some wiggle room. The Zoe Report recommended choosing a jacket or coat with a unique detail that makes it stand out. If you really want your jacket to make a statement, there are many options to choose from....

What Is Wardrobe Envy And How Does It Affect Your Friendships? Roman Samborskyi/Shutterstock By Sara Caskey/Dec. 4, 2022 1:27 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. At one time or another, we’re all driven by a need to “Keep up with the Joneses,” a phrase which originated from a long-running Arthur R. “Pop” Momand comic strip (via The New York Times). However, Momand’s work came prior to social media, an invention which has made besting your neighbors and, nowadays, your neighbor’s neighbors, even more impossible....

What To Know Before Applying Individual Lashes Krolya25/Shutterstock By Lauren Waters/Dec. 24, 2022 2:00 pm EST Who among us doesn’t want better lashes? No matter how long and voluminous your natural set of lashes is, we know that, to an extent, when it comes to lashes, bigger really is better. Of course, there are plenty of options out there, from plumping mascara to eyelash extensions. If you’re looking for something a bit less committal, potentially less damaging than eyelash extensions, and a bit more lash-boosting than mascara, you may have tried your hand at applying some false eyelashes....

Who Actually Invented Makeup? Beo88/Getty Images By Sophie McEvoy/Nov. 11, 2022 10:53 am EST Despite inflation and the cost of living skyrocketing across the globe, the makeup industry has seen a huge spike in sales over the course of this past year (via CNBC). Many are still in the process of returning to the office after the pandemic, alongside attending more and more parties, weddings, and other events that give us an excuse to splash out on a new lipstick or eyeshadow palette....

Why You Should Incorporate Rowing Into Your Workout Routine Robert Daly/Getty Images By Cynthia Anaya/Dec. 22, 2022 10:19 am EST Whether you work out at the gym, a fitness studio, or at home, your exercises likely include some type of cardio activity like running or cycling. Both of these options are great for heart health and weight loss, but they have something else in common as well: They don’t do much for the upper body....

10 Myths About Vitamin C You Should Stop Believing puhhha/Shutterstock By Kyan Patten/Nov. 23, 2022 3:53 pm EST Whether you’re a skin care buff or not, we’re sure you’ve all heard about vitamin C. It is highly regarded as the holy grail of skin care routines, thanks to its many benefits. Vitamin C is a nutrient our body requires to form collagen, cartilage, and blood vessels, according to the Mayo Clinic....

Choosing the right flowers and scents for your potpourri FotoHelin/Shutterstock Your first step for making at-home potpourri is to decide which flowers you want dried and displayed in your house. If you are a flower gardener with limited options, you will be happy to know that some of the most popular garden flowers make great ingredients for potpourri. According to Gardening Channel, some of the most popular flowers to grow at home include potpourri staples like roses, hydrangeas, pansies, and marigolds....

Relationship Expert Says Prince Harry’s Actions Point To Trauma From Princess Diana’s Death Georges De Keerle/Getty Images By Lauren Waters/Dec. 22, 2022 4:47 am EST If you’ve seen Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s record-breaking Netflix documentary, “Harry & Meghan,” you’ll know it gave us quite a lot to unpack about the royal family dynamic. Likewise, the most recent season of Netflix’s “The Crown” raised questions about Harry’s often strained relationship with the press....

The Fragrance Line You Never Knew Michelle Pfeiffer Started Joe Seer/Shutterstock By Maria Kieval/Nov. 17, 2022 8:27 pm EST It’s no secret that celebs love creating product lines on the side, especially in the beauty and skincare space. It can be hard not to question if their intentions are authentic, especially when a launch coincides with the release of their latest movie or album. It makes us wonder if celebrities are better off left in the background....

The Harry Potter Character You’d Relate To If You’re A Scorpio Eva_Puhova/Shutterstock By Amanda Lynne/Nov. 11, 2022 4:22 am EST All the signs of the zodiac hold very interesting characteristics and personality traits, per YourTango. Some are extremely motivated like Aries, others are devoted to their loved ones like Taurus, some are highly creative such as Cancer, and others are true and loyal friends like Scorpio. Those born under the sign of Scorpio are said to often be misunderstood by others as they have a reputation for being very intense and can sometimes come off as insensitive and harsh....

NYX Hotel Munich Leonardo Hotels While Europe as a whole is known for its historical art and architecture, one hotel in Munich embraces the young and modern. NYX Hotel Munich mixes everything contemporary, fun, and unique and puts it under one roof. The hotel is impossible to miss from the outside since it’s covered by a colorful mural that stands out from the nearby classic European architecture. From retro games to an in-house theatre, the NYX Hotel ensures the fun never stops....

She was born in France with a special namesake Junko Kimura/Getty Images Vivienne Jolie-Pitt and her brother, Knox, were born on July 12, 2008, in Nice, France. After the twins’ birth, the mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, told the Nice-Matin newspaper (via People), “The newborns are, as history shows, authentic Niçois [citizens of Nice].” Vivienne was given a middle name that holds a particularly heartfelt sentiment. She was named Vivienne Marcheline — the same middle name as Angelina’s mother....

Why Prince William Terrified Prince Harry Over His Decision To Leave The Royal Family Isaaack/Shutterstock By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/Dec. 15, 2022 9:35 am EST Rumors of a rift between Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and his older brother William, Prince of Wales, have been spreading like wildfire since Harry and Meghan chose to step down as working Royals and relocate to Canada (and later to the U.S.). But now, thanks to revelations made by Harry in his newly-released docuseries on Netflix, Harry and Meghan, we now know that these rumors were not unfounded....

9 Things You Don’t Want To Hear From Your Trainer While Working Out Bojan Milinkov/Shutterstock By Belle Toledo/Dec. 17, 2022 2:15 pm EST It makes a lot of sense, especially for people with busy lifestyles, to invest in a personal trainer. When you have a trainer, you cut out a lot of time spent thinking about what workout to do or how to operate exercise equipment. It helps to delegate that work to someone who knows exactly what they’re doing....

BravoCon 2022: Ashley Darby Adds Fuel To Luke Gulbranson Romance Rumors Paul Morigi/Getty Images By Bernadette Roe/Oct. 16, 2022 6:12 pm EST BravoCon 2022 is giving us everything we need and more. The convention, held in New York City, is an action-packed flurry of drama and fun, spanning October 14 to 16. While fans of the “Real Housewives” franchise are in their element, the event has also been called out for being a tad too chaotic for many guests’ palates....

Fans Tell The List Which Winter Moisturizer Is Best For Dry Skin - Exclusive Survey Lyubov Levitskaya/Shutterstock By Karishma Desai/Dec. 8, 2022 3:54 pm EST Some people might consider winter the most wonderful time of year, but those who deal with dry skin might disagree. According to Harvard Health, factors like low humidity outside and dry air inside can further exacerbate skin that’s already on the dry side. To combat these drying factors, run a humidifier to add moisture back into indoor air, use mild soap and lukewarm water in the shower to gently wash your skin, and moisturize with ingredients that attract and lock in moisture....