That being said, my mother was not one for clutter and only our must-have products earned a space on the shelf. And while my beauty routine has never fallen under the ‘minimalist’ category, I had to learn how to prioritize the must-haves from the extras early on. Now that I’m living alone and working as a beauty editor, any hope of a minimalist hair care routine has mostly disappeared. But, in an effort to become more eco-friendly, I’ve recently embraced my version of a minimalist hair care routine....

Now, who is ready to PAR-TAY!? When you’re getting ready to throw a Christmas gathering, you might want to have a few Minute to Win It Christmas games for large groups up your sleeve for some good ol’ party entertainment! These Christmas Minute to Win It games are perfect! They are quick and easy, plus they are usually pretty funny to watch! These Win It in A Minute Games (designed by Messes to Memories) are simple, bright, and easy to use....

There are many different ways I struggle to retain my sanity in the midst of insanity. I hate to say it but I do not turn on the TV or watch the news. The news I do get I get by word-of-mouth, from alternative publications, things online, The Nation magazine. Something that keeps me balanced about myself and my work is to not read any reviews or anything ever written about me....

This awesome giveaway to win two tickets is now closed. Stay tuned for more giveaway from The Dating Divas! We just got back in from our incredible trip to Las Vegas in partnership with Blue Man Group and let me just tell ya, this was an experience our family will NEVER forget! I’m so excited to share it all with you AND give you a chance to win two tickets of your own to see their show!...

The 2017 Braid Styles That We’re Still Obsessed Over 1. Double French Braids If there was one look that really took over 2017 braid styles, it was the boxer braid style. It’s the perfect pair to any athleisure look! Make sure you keep your braids streamlined by spritzing your braids with Dove Style+Care Flexible Hold Hairspray. 2. Boho Braids The bohemian look had a serious glow-up in 2017, and we definitely want it to thrive far into this coming year....

Ready to give your pineapple a fresh look? Read on to learn how you can create the pineapple frohawk in just a few easy steps: How to Create a Pineapple Frohawk

Check out these variations on a pop of orange and see if we can’t convince you to make the color change! A Pop of Orange is Just What You Need this Spring Subtle Hue If you’re into the pop of orange trend but aren’t ready to embody the color at its boldest, then a subtle hue is perfect. This orangey strawberry blonde shade screams springtime and looks great on fairer complexions....

These glamorous styles will help you stand out from the crowd and have the coolest look on the dance floor. Read on: Prom Updos for Long Hair: Looks We Love 1. Faux Hawk Braid Give your prom updos for long hair some attitude with this faux hawk braid. To keep your hair tamed and in place all night long, make sure you spritz some TRESemmé Compressed Micro Mist Hairspray Extend Hold Level 4 onto your final look after styling....

Ready to rock this look? Read on to check out how to pull through braid in two fun ways. Style 1: How To Do a Pull-Through Braid, Step by Step Essentially just two ponytails lying on top of each other, the magic happens when the bottom ponytail is pulled through the top pony, creating a woven effect when continued till the ends. Takes some practice—we’ve found working sideways or with a back, a mirror helps the first few tries—but once you’ve mastered the pull through braid, you’ll never look at plaiting hair the same way again....

A Real Change Q&A with Sharon Salzberg Could you talk a little bit about what “real change” means to you, versus change that may be more shallow or not really addressing the root? What does real change mean in addressing the transformative aspect of life and of society? Sharon Salzberg: Somebody quoted me (which is always an odd experience) and he said, “I remember the time that I was interviewing you for something, and I asked you what you do in meditation....

Steven Czifra: The day started with me waking up and deciding I wasn’t going to go to school. I went and found my friend who also never went to school and we were trying to figure out ways to get money for drugs. So I went with him to the Hollywood Hills to find a Becker, Becker pull-out car stereo. We climbed into this Mercedes and it didn’t have a Becker but we were just looking for something we could steal....

Relaxed Hair Health Tips for All Year Round 1. Protein Treatments During the relaxing process, protein bonds in the hair shaft get broken down. Hair is made up of keratin, a protein your strands need. Replenish the keratin that’s been compromised with a protein treatment once a month. However, too much protein can lead to breakage, so you’ll need to find a happy medium. The best time to do your treatment is during your next wash day after relaxing the hair the previous week....

In a rush? Not sure what hairstyle to create? Need a break from hot tools? No problem! Spritz a texturizing product into your hair and you’ll be on your way to achieving this super trending look. Click through to see why this relaxed waves style is your new go-to look for any occasion: Relaxed Waves at LFW 1. Platinum Waves If you really want to make a sartorial statement, elevate your style with this look....

We all tend to make unconscious judgments about people based on their social identities and the cultural stereotypes that cling to them. But bias can be disastrous for its targets, affecting their health, success, and happiness. In her new book, The End of Bias, science journalist Jessica Nordell explains the many ways that bias—particularly, unconscious bias—plays a role in our lives. By sharing research findings at a granular level, as well as stories of individuals affected by bias, she shows readers why we discriminate, how harmful bias is, and what we can do to help eliminate it....

While many of us are familiar with this sort of frustration, Torgovnick finds resolve in a recent Ted Talk by Andy Puddicombe, cofounder of Headspace. She also finds resolve in recent studies about the benefits of a meditation practice. To watch Puddicombe’s Ted Talk and to view a summary of recent studies connecting meditation, health, and creativity, read the Ted Talk blog post. 

While the look may seem pretty straight forward, we do know there are a few tips and tricks that’ll help you nail the look in minutes. Read on: How to Nail the Sharp Part 1. Use a rat-tail comb to create the part. When creating the sharp part hairstyle, the main goal is to create the cleanest and straightest part possible. Instead of trying to wing it, use the tail of a rattail comb to create a neat part....

Short hair for summer is the key to looking chic in an unparalleled IDGAF kind of way. Long hair? Me? Not in this heat. No matter how you style it, short hair sends the message: I am confident and cool and don’t need the hair length to prove it. If we haven’t convinced you yet, this short collection of styles undoubtedly will: 1. Easy Knot What used to be a weighed down messy bun only appropriate for a Psych 101 freshman year turns into a chic knot when your long tresses are swapped for a short bob....

There’s no doubt that you’re expecting your intimate rendezvous to look just like the movies! Although, instead of some steamy and passionate romance, you’re faced with water spraying in your eyes, a whole bunch of awkwardness, and maybe even a slip-injury. If this sounds familiar, you are definitely not alone! If you and your spouse are looking to ramp up your shower sex game, without all of the awkward slipping and sliding, we have the perfect compilation for you....

Through a scholarship program recently announced by Spirit Rock Meditation Center, six such teachers will have the opportunity to nourish their own yoga and meditation practice—and bring the benefits of mindfulness training back to the communities they serve. Spirit Rock’s Yoga Service Scholarship provides full tuition, room, and board for the year-long Mindfulness Yoga and Meditation Training that begins in October 2014 at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. The Mindfulness Yoga and Meditation Training consists of three 10-day retreats (and a between-retreat curriculum) that combine yoga asana and pranayama, insight meditation, and classic texts from the yoga tradition....