Bustle • 27th August 2023

This Budget-Friendly Moisturizer Has A Cloud-Like Texture Reviewers Are Obsessed With

Finding the perfect moisturizer, especially if your skin is dry or acne-prone, is easier said than done. Some leave you with a dewy finish, but end up feeling too greasy; others feel light and cool upon application, but leave you feeling dry an hour later. If you feel like Goldilocks always on the hunt for a moisturizer that’s just right on the light-to-heavy scale, Cloud Surf is about to become your skin’s new BFF.

Tik Tok famous skincare brand Bubble aims to remedy the moisturizer conundrum w

Boston.com • 26th August 2023

Where to celebrate Oktoberfest around Boston

It’s time to tie on your trachten and flex your liter-hoisting muscles: Oktoberfest season returns to Greater Boston. The annual celebration of beer, bratwurst, and brass bands originated in Germany in the early 19th century. In Bavaria this year, it runs from Saturday, Sept. 16 through Tuesday, Oct. 3 — and around Boston, the party extends even longer.

In chronological order, check out these Oktoberfest events at breweries, bars, and beautiful locations around the region to get in the spirit.

The Good Trade • 18th August 2023

Can You Recover From Burnout While Still Working?

Do you ever let a text sit on your phone for days on end without opening it? How about telling yourself you’ll mail that letter or make that call next week? (Or the week after, or maybe the week after that.) If you ever spend days, weeks, even months putting off a simple task that would only take a few minutes to complete, you’re probably dealing with burnout.

“Burnout is a state of exhaustion that stems from prolonged stress,” says Rhia Batchelder, burnout expert and founder of Rebuild with Rh

The Good Trade • 15th August 2023

Ghia Review: The Non-Alcoholic Aperitif Curbing Our Cocktail Cravings

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First things first: I love a cocktail. Preferably something floral, sour, and slightly bitter—and during the summertime, these drinks shine. Gin and tonic? Aperol spritz? Sign me up. Best of all, cocktails usually come with making memories with loved ones, chatting and laughing around a table.

But not all evenings ne

Bustle • 13th August 2023

This Mix-At-Home Serum Kit Lets You Indulge Your Inner Chemist — & The Results Are Incredible

What if you could easily mix your active skin care ingredients at home to create lab-potent serums without any mess or fuss? Ingredients like vitamin C are notoriously unstable, as they react with light and water, which can lead to them losing their efficacy over time. That’s why groundbreaking new skin care brand, Exponent Beauty, is doing what no brand has done before: making super-effective serums with actives that don’t lose their potency — and that are designed to be mixed up yourself.

Whe

Bustle • 5th August 2023

Beauty Experts Say You're Probably Overpaying For These Things — & Here's What To Buy Instead

When it comes to beauty purchases, there’s nothing wrong with the occasional splurge, but don’t get it twisted — a product doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to work well. In fact, the beauty experts below, like hair stylists, estheticians, dermatologists, and makeup artists, say that you might be overpaying for a whole lot. Want to know when to shell out and when to save your money for the best results? These experts are here to help guide you.

From makeup hacks and clever multitaskers to t

Boston.com • 31st July 2023

Visit 31 Massachusetts museums and cultural activities for free throughout August

The Highland Street Foundation is offering free admission to different museums and educational organizations across the state during the month of August. Dubbed “August Adventures,” the initiative means folks can explore 31 different organizations for free — one on every day of the month.

Highlights of this year’s August Adventures include free admission to the PEM on Monday, Aug. 7; Castle Hill in Ipswich on Tuesday, Aug. 8; the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy on Wednesday, Aug. 23; BSO’s Tan

Ocean Home magazine • 31st July 2023

Amenities and Activities Make Relaxation Easy at the Hyatt Regency Aruba

A strong breeze blew through the open air entryway at the Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa + Casino as we arrived late in the afternoon. Squinting through the bright sunlight, I could make out palm trees rustling in the wind and the turquoise ocean just beyond, calling my name for a quick plunge—right after I finished the cold glass of champagne they welcomed us with.

A swim and a shower later and we were having a bite for dinner at Alfresco Bar, the resort’s version of a lobby bar, dining on one

The Good Trade • 19th July 2023

How To Start Birdwatching

Picking up a new hobby usually means an investment upfront—time, money, or usually both. We’re big fans of easy, affordable, screen-free hobbies, but not many require as few resources as bird watching. If you have eyes and ears, you don’t need anything else.

Birdwatching as a hobby surged during the pandemic as folks spent more time in nature—and had more time to kill in general. More hours spent looking out the window or going on walks led to more interest in bird watching, and the database ap

The Good Trade • 12th July 2023

9 Marketplaces Where You Can Buy Art Online

When it comes to curating the space around you, you can never be too personal. Whether you’ve recently moved to a new bare-walled place or you’re looking to shake up your existing home decor, you deserve mindfully chosen artwork that feels inspiring — so sometimes Home Goods artwork just doesn’t cut it.

If you want to invest in wall art that works for your space while also supporting independent artists, check out the below marketplaces for buying art online. You’ll find something for every bud

The Good Trade • 10th July 2023

How To Create A Summer Skincare Routine

Those last-minute summer preparations are falling into place—maybe you’ve pulled out your swimsuits from wherever they were hiding, or your travel plans are just about made, or your garden is starting to yield flowers or produce. But do you have your summer skincare routine all figured out?

The weather, your skin type, and your lifestyle all influence what your skincare routine looks like, and we bet those factors change depending on the season. We spoke to board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jea

Bustle • 9th July 2023

Is Hemp The Skin Care Industry's New MVP? This Beauty Brand Thinks Yes

Bad hair days, move over — it’s time to talk about “bad” skin days. You know, those days when you look in the mirror to find multiple breakouts or a patch of irritation that won’t calm down. These are the days when your skin looks perfectly normal, but when we compare ourselves to models and influencers, these “bad” skin days can be total confidence destroyers. That’s why Hey Bud, Australia’s number-one hemp-powered skin care brand, thinks it’s time that the beauty industry made a change.

Hey B

The Good Trade • 4th July 2023

7 Language Apps To Prepare You For Your Trip Abroad

One of my favorite parts about traveling abroad is learning bits of a new language—when you pick up vocab words here and there, or when you can connect with someone new by speaking some of their native languages. If you’re feeling daunted by the thought of visiting a country where you don’t speak the language, the below apps will help you get prepared and feel more confident during a trip abroad.

As we think about how to be more conscious, mindful travelers, learning some of a country’s native

The Good Trade • 30th June 2023

The Benefits of Cold Plunges For Mental Health

If you’re anything like us, you’ve probably been hearing about cold plunging lately. Influencers on social media immerse themselves in freezing cold water in order to recover after a workout session or just to clear their minds. The hashtag #coldplunge has over one billion views on TikTok, and celebs like Harry Styles, Lizzo, Hailey Bieber, Lady Gaga, and many more have been spotted hopping on the trend.

But how beneficial is this wellness fad, actually? And who is it best for? It turns out tha

The Good Trade • 26th June 2023

Are Electric Vehicles Actually Better For The Environment?

In my vision of a utopic future in which we’ve solved climate change, trees grow on the tops of shiny solar-powered buildings, civilians zoom around on waterway-based public transit (like Venice but more efficient), and everything smells like vegetation. And, of course, when folks have to drive cars, they’re electric.

Electric vehicles are at the forefront of environmental discourse—due to talking heads like Elon Musk, sure, but also because of their realistic promises. EVs help us maintain our

Ocean Home magazine • 22nd June 2023

Hamilton Princess Bermuda Offers the Perfect Getaway for Art Lovers

Arriving at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in Bermuda was a royal experience—the stately flamingo pink building towers above its surroundings and the harbor, and inside bellhops and well-dressed guests bustled to and fro, clacking along the marble-tiled floor. Something delicious and expensive-smelling wafted through the air.

The Hamilton Princess is a five-star, privately owned, Fairmont-managed property in Hamilton. The hotel first opened in 1885, the year after Queen Victoria’s daughter

Northshore Magazine • 20th June 2023

25 Ways to Enjoy the Best of the Summer on the North Shore

We’re pretty sure no one on the North Shore is running out of things to do in the summertime. But if you’re looking to expand your horizons, read on for a couple dozen activities you can take part in on the North Shore this summer. Go boating, see an outdoor show, eat some fresh produce and seafood, peruse art, spend time in nature, and get to know your community with the below events—read on for 25 things to do on the North Shore this summer.

On Thursday evenings from June 29 through August 31

The Good Trade • 18th June 2023

We Review Avocado's Wool Mattress Topper For Sleep Temperature Regulation

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I have terrible sleep temperature regulation. In fact, I have terrible body temperature regulation in general (hello, Raynaud’s), but it’s especially uncomfortable when it interferes with my sleep. I’m prone to burning up at night and waking up hot and stuffy in the morning. But in the winter, I can hardly get warm enough, even after going to

The Zoe Report • 10th June 2023

Derms Say These Are The Best Cleansers To Use Alongside Tretinoin & Other Retinoids

Retinol — it’s one of dermatologists’ favorite skin care ingredients for its versatility and effectiveness. Retinol is a superstar does-it-all ingredient, as it helps promote skin cell turnover, increase collagen production, treat acne, and fade hyperpigmentation. But it can also be one of the most irritating ingredients out there, especially for those with dry or sensitive skin. It’s important to start slow with retinol, and make sure you’re following up with a heavy-duty moisturizer, but choos

The Good Trade • 8th June 2023

10 Soothing Poems On Getting Older From Writers Who Get It

Do you ever read a poem and realize that you didn’t know how you were feeling until someone else put it in words for you? Us, too. It’s especially comforting to hear from someone who understands exactly what you’re thinking, even if you’re connecting through pages or across time. Below you’ll find ten poems you didn’t know you needed—all about getting older, and all from writers who get it.

Writers like J.R.R. Tolkien and Joy Harjo help us connect with the world around us, while Rupi Kaur and M