23 Of The Best, Oddest, And Downright Nastiest Pickup Lines I've Received From LA Men On Dating Apps

Sometimes asking a cute question like this can work, and other times it just feels like a chore, because now I'm over thinking like damn, have I ever laughed? 

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If You Put On Makeup In The Morning, I Have A Few Questions For You

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To start, do you typically buy drugstore or name brand makeup?

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I Tried Under-Eye Filler To Fix My Sunken Eyes And Wow, Just Wow, The Results Are Truly Incredible

Dr. Henry also acknowledged how stereotypes about gender could also prevent some Black people from "pursuing [cosmetic treatment] or feeling shame around wanting to do something to make themselves feel better."

"It’s even more magnified in men," she said. "Whether we're talking about white men or Black men. Men, in general, are a smaller percentage of this dedication. Black men [specifically] are dealing with the conversations of 'Black don't crack' and 'men don't do this.' Which is also not true."

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I Struggled With Acne For Years And Tried Accutane As A Last Resort — This Was My Experience

The first few months, I was worried because I wasn't seeing any improvement. I still had my regular acne plus extremely flaky, dry skin — so there was no way I could cover up my pimples without looking like cracked leather. About four months in, though, I started to see some positive first signs.

It's also worth noting that I had to change my skincare routine during my course of treatment. Pre-Accutane, I used face cleansers meant for oily skin, but once Accutane reduced my oil production, I shifted to Cetaphil's gentle skin cleanser and have used it ever since. 

Once the four-month mark hit, my skincare routine shortened to daily face cleansing and moisturizing. I no longer spent excessive time using concealer to cover up pimples, and my face's oil secretion finally leveled out so it wasn't so dry. 

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I Tried The Eyeliner Hack That's All Over TikTok, And As Someone Who Is Bad At Eyeliner, I’m Actually Obsessed

Second test: Lunch with a friend. I haven’t mentioned the eyeliner or what I’m doing it for, and it seems to go unnoticed until halfway through eating when he says, "Do you have something on your face?"

“Usually, yeah,” I say, aiming for cool and nonchalant, missing the mark completely when this statement is punctuated by me fumbling my fork and dropping Panera Bread mac and cheese into my lap.

“What is it?” He asks. He’s still looking at my eyes, but maybe he just doesn’t want to watch a grown woman pick macaroni shells out of her lap. 

“Dots.” “Dots?” “Dots.” “Oh. They’re cool.” I’m going to call that a win. 

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This Woman Is Going Viral For Showing The Reality Of Living With A Stutter, And It's A Perspective You Don't Hear Often Enough

Stuttering, or stammering as it is commonly referred to in the UK where Georgia is from, is a speech disorder that affects the fluency and normal flow of speech.

Many people who stutter often face anxiety when it comes to speaking, and a stutter can change depending on different social situations. It's also important to note that people who stutter know what they want to say, but have a hard time physically saying it. 

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I Tried A Bunch Of “Effective Morning Habits” And Several Of Them Have Made A Difference In How I Approach My Day

Here are the 10 tips that have helped me the most:

(These habits and tips aren't meant to be universal — since everyone is different. But I wanted to share my full experience in hopes that some or all of it would be useful!)

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Once I Hit My 30s, I Rehauled A Lot Of My Skincare Routine — Here's What Changed

Discovering and trying new skincare has been a bit of a journey — and there has definitely been some trial and error involved.

Take it from me: Introduce new products one at a time! If your skin has a reaction to something, you want to make sure you know which product to avoid. 

I often find new products through Instagram. When I can, I try and support eco-friendly brands in my household — and that includes beauty brands with recyclable packaging and sustainable practices. Because that's important, too! 

I also recommend consulting with a dermatologist, if you have access to one. They always seem to have the most amazing skin (makes sense) and they're always happy to share their secrets and knowledge, while keeping in mind what your specific skin may (or may not) need.

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I Rewatched "13 Going On 30" As A 30-Year-Old And It Hit Me: I'm Actually Kind Of Toxic

What other classic movies hit differently as an adult? Is there anything you’ve rewatched recently that you realized you completely misinterpreted as a child? Let me know in the comments.

I'm going to go to the bar and order a Manhattan because I can. Cheers, y'all. 🍸

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Two Months Ago, I Started A New Exfoliation Routine — And My Skin Has Never Looked Better

Honestly, the amount of chemical exfoliants that are on the market right now is overwhelming. There are AHA serums, toners, BHA and AHA combination products, and more. So I asked Dr. Sandra Lee to break down the different types of chemical exfoliants, and key components behind each.

"Two of the most effective chemical exfoliants include salicylic acid (a BHA), and glycolic acid (an AHA). Lactic, citric, and malic acids are other very commonly used alpha hydroxy acids," she said. 

"If you’ve got acne-prone or oily skin, salicylic acid is a great choice, because it’s oil-soluble — meaning it’s able to penetrate into sebum-filled pores. So it not only sloughs off some of those dead cells (which helps eliminate dullness), it dives down into the pores to release any cells that are trapped, which helps prevent acne," Lee explained.

"Glycolic acid stimulates the cells in your dermis to make hydrating substances like hyaluronic acid. This is why it’s great for treating dry, rough skin — including keratosis pilaris, that bumpy condition we sometimes call 'chicken skin.'"

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"We Want To See Your Bones": This Model Was Pressured To Lose Weight, And Says The Industry Can Cause Eating Disorders

"I strongly encouraged the casting director to stop berating me after I explained there was an eating disorder I am recovered from and that this type of verbal abuse could send someone back to their old habits," she continued.

"I was met with cold bitterness, and so I left the casting. I could tell the other models were just as shocked and upset after hearing the nasty comments said to my face. I left knowing that I stood up for myself, but it didn't stop the frustration and anger I felt."

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I Tried Viral TikTok Hairstyling Hacks To See If They Actually Work (And The Results Were Honestly Surprising)

Did it work? Instead of a sock, I used Robe Curls which is the same concept except instead of a sock, it's a curling headband. (It still requires the exact same technique to be done to achieve the bouncy, heatless curls.) I sprayed my hair with some water to get it a little damp as instructed, parted my hair down the middle and on each side, wrapped my hair section by section around the headband and secured it with a scrunchie.

Four hours later, I took out the headband and,t o my surprise, my hair was left with a lot of pretty flips and soft curls. It didn't create the same curls I would achieve with a hot curling iron (or the ringlets I've been seeing on TikTok) but I also wasn't mad at the results I got. It was a simple technique to achieve bouncy, flowy, pretty hair without any heat damage. I would definitely try this method again!

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