We Tried It

Weighted blankets are surging in popularity these days. In fact, according to 2020 data, their sales now pull in an estimated $220 million per year. But do weighted blankets really work to reduce stress and improve sleep—and are they worth it? Here’s a look at their benefits, plus our review. How do weighted blankets work? […]

Is subsisting on a vegan diet with zero processed foods or ingredients really worth it? After 30 days, here are my whole-foods, plant-based diet results. Plus, some tips and resources for anyone brave enough to attempt it. First, what is a whole-foods, plant-based diet? A whole-foods, plant-based diet is one that focuses on minimally-processed plant […]

Hair has never been my thing. And to be frank, I’m a bit off-kilter when it comes to minding my mane. For starters, I haven’t used conditioner in probably four years, and haven’t owned a brush or dryer in a decade-plus. In essence, minimal, matte, and messy have long been my styling anchors. So what […]

I’ll be honest: I’m more wary of technological innovation than most. After all, I wrote my college thesis on futuristic dystopian fiction, and think we’re dangerously close to living in Black Mirror‘s social-ratings-driven “Nosedive” society. Curious to discover if going offline could lighten my load, I decided to embark on a 30-day social media detox. […]

Full disclosure: I’ve touted the benefits of meditation countless times… yet without speaking from established experience. Ever on a wellness kick, I finally decided to take myself up to task and embark on a 30-day meditation challenge. Subtitle: Suddenly Seeking Serenity. Why I Wanted to Try a 30-DAY Meditation Challenge For starters, I’ve always struggled […]

These days, elaborate 20-minute skincare routines are the norm. Cleanser? Check. Jade roller? Check. LED mask? Check. But is skin fasting actually the secret to saving money, time, and your skin? Here’s what experts had to say about this rising skincare trend. Plus: the results of my ill-advised weeklong trial. What Is Skin Fasting? Skin […]

We tried one of the best light therapy face masks daily for 10 weeks to see if it would help reduce acne, wrinkles, and more. Here’s our full at-home LED light therapy review. Admittedly, I’m a bit of a Luddite when it comes to new forms of “disruptive” technology. But when it comes to skincare, […]

I tried the 30-day Lagree challenge, and this is what happened. If you’re lucky enough to have a Lagree studio near you, stop what you’re doing and book a class ASAP. I promise you won’t regret it. The double-tap worthy fitness technique is a high-intensity, low-impact full-body workout that centers around spring resistance and ultra-slow […]

What happens when you avoid added sugars for thirty days? Honestly, much more than we expected. Here were our physical results from our no sugar challenge along with five lessons. Why we tried the no sugar challenge I’ll admit it. I’m a total sugar addict. In my normal diet, I like to have a dessert […]

What would you do if you were limited to a $50 grocery budget per week? According to the USDA, the average monthly cost of food for one person is $250, or around $62 per week. However, grocery store prices fluctuate around the country. My LA-based friends and I typically spend over $100 weekly on groceries—and […]

For twenty-eight blissful years of my life, I never thought twice about my skin. Then eczema happened. It started as just a bit of dryness on two fingertips of my right hand. Weird, but okay, I thought. But then it grew. It spread to other fingers and down my palm and onto my left hand. […]

If you suffer from terrible allergies, you probably can’t wait for the dust to settle. Here’s our official Molekule review of next-level air purification. What Is The Molekule Air Purifier? Molekule is an air purifier that I heard about from a co-worker when I was sharing my allergy stories with her. It was invented by […]