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☆ Big Bow Energy: Fashion’s Latest Power Statement
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-01 | by ( Kristen Bateman | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +1 min

TURN OF THE TIED From left: power bows at Louis Vuitton’s spring 2023 show, Acne Studios’s spring 2023 show and on Simone Rocha’s fall 2023 runway. Look to the red satin bows that drenched diaphanous black dresses on London designer Simone Rocha’s latest runway. Big black bows playfully obscured models’ torsos at Acne Studios’s spring 2023 show. And during its latest Paris presentation, Japanese brand Noir Kei Ninomiya used sparkly pink or black loops to adorn harnesses that evoked bondage. Designer Kei Ninomiya said he’s intrigued by the way bows “represent something positive, as well as the variety of shapes and expressions that they can convey.” Feel-good harnesses, anyone?

☆ Grime, dirt, stink and funk: Tween boys are skincare’s hottest market
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-26 | by ( Parija Kavilanz | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

But, until recently, there’s been a glaring shortage of products targeting the skincare needs of one key demographic – tween boys. Maguiness, a board-certified pediatric dermatologist, and three other co-founders launched the boys skincare brand in 2020, at the height of the pandemic. The affordable line, which includes a face wash, body wash, moisturizer and topical acne treatment priced under $25, rolled into Target stores and online the following year. courtesy Stryke ClubThe personal care products market overall in the US amounts to more than $25 billion annually (according to market research firm NPD), but very little of it caters to boys. The body wash, for example, contains prebiotic chia eed extract, which acts as an anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial ingredient, said Biren.

☆ Grime, dirt, stink and funk: Tween boys are skin care’s hottest market
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-26 | by ( Parija Kavilanz | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

But, until recently, there’s been a glaring shortage of products targeting the skin-care needs of one key demographic – tween boys. The affordable line, which includes a face wash, body wash, moisturizer and topical acne treatment priced under $25, rolled into Target stores and online the following year. “Whether it’s young sensitive skin, or acne, eczema or their first shave, boys have specific skin needs,” said Maguiness. courtesy Stryke ClubThe personal care products market overall in the US amounts to more than $25 billion annually (according to market research firm NPD), but very little of it caters to boys. The body wash, for example, contains prebiotic chia seed extract, which acts as an anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial ingredient, said Biren.

☆ My skincare business made $740,000 in revenue in 16 months. Here's how we used TikTok and Instagram to do it.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-17 | by ( Ella Hopkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

They used TikTok and Instagram to promote their product — and didn't pay for any advertising. She invested 5,000 Australian dollars in savings, around $3,363, in the business and became my business partner. We used TikTok and Instagram to build a following before our launch dateWe started posting videos on TikTok and Instagram in July 2021 to hype our launch date. She posted videos every day with her skincare routine, showing how she used our product. Often when someone bought our product, they'd post about it on TikTok or Instagram and tag us in their posts.

☆ I make 6 figures a year peeling people's skin for a living. I feel more fulfilled as an aesthetician than I did working in real estate.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-10 | by ( Ryan S. Gladwin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

After building her brand and creating an at-home peel kit, Barber-Raymond had a six-figure 2020. A chemical peel exfoliates the top layer of skin to shed all the dead cells, revealing smoother skin underneath. The moment I got my license, I became a full-time aesthetician focused on chemical peels for the face and body. Skin peels can be life-changing for people, and it's so fulfilling to seeMy favorite area to peel is the back. I just didn't feel fulfilled, and it didn't light me up the way chemical peels do.

☆ I make up to $9,500 a month renting out my home while my family lives in a trailer in the driveway. Here's how I set up my Airbnb and VRBO business.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-03 | by ( Perri Ormont Blumberg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Alexi McKinley rents out her home and lives in a trailer in her driveway for a few weeks every month. Her family makes up to $9,500 a month from vacation-rental platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. Now we spend around two weeks every month living in our trailer so we can rent out our house on Airbnb and VRBO. We just pack what we want depending on how long the Airbnb guests are staying. The living space in the trailer.

☆ Woody Harrelson Can Play Anyone. It’s Being Himself That’s Hard.
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-27 | by ( David Marchese | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +17 min

“I’m an A personality and a B facade,” says Woody Harrelson, and that’s as good an explanation for his charm and success as you’re likely to find. I don’t know. I could go hang off one of those big mountaintop-remover coal things, but that’s not going to stop it. I meet with the director, and I’m going to do it — they’re making it for like $500,000 — then the guy just goes with someone else! I have a gluttonous side, and I know that’s not going to help me be a spiritually better person.

☆ Nike, Rumpl and Instant Pot: Best online sales right now
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-03 | by ( Caroline Curran | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

This weekend, you’ll find a deal on the Philips SmartSleep sunrise lamp, a discounted Instant Pot and savings on Crap Eyewear sunglasses. Instant Pot Duo Plus $150 $110 at Amazon Instant Pot Score a variant of our favorite pressure cooker, the Instant Pot Duo Plus, up to 27% off, alongside a range of other models from the brand. Rumpl 30% off Original Puffy Football Blankets Rumpl Versatile and machine-washable, Rumpl blankets are durable enough for the outdoors yet cozy enough for the couch. Deals you may have missedKindle Paperwhite $150 $110 at Amazon Amazon Our pick for the best budget e-reader, the Kindle Paperwhite boasts a lightweight design and a glare-free screen with adjustable warmth to reduce strain on your eyes. Right now you can score our pick for the best full-size low-profile keyboard at an all-time low price on Amazon.

☆ Americans would pay over $27,000 to be rid of insomnia forever, new survey finds
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-31 | by ( Renée Onque | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Can you imagine simply writing a check and being rid of health conditions like Covid-19, acne and insomnia forever? Across the board, people in most states were willing to spend the highest amount to get a good night's sleep. Some states were outliers, including residents of Hawaii and Iowa, who were willing to pay the most money to avoid acne forever. And those from Pennsylvania say they'd spend as much as $60,918 to never have allergies again. Here's the full list of different conditions that Americans across the country would be willing to pay to never deal with again, and how much they'd be willing to spend.

☆ Black women on TikTok want to know, ‘Where’s our Alix Earle?’
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-30 | by ( Uwa Ede-Osifo | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +7 min

TikTok creator Danessy Auguste has spent the past few weeks feeling confused over the frenzy surrounding influencer Alix Earle. But for white women, their least successful videos, on average, still have the capability to reach millions of viewers, Boffone said. What would it take to get a ‘Black Alix Earle’? Adding another dimension to the Alix Earle discourse, one influencer posed a provocative question:“Do we deserve an Alix Earle?” Niké Ojekunle, who goes by @specsandblazers on TikTok, said in a video. Communal support with trends such as #BlackGirlFollowTrain have already allowed Black women to intentionally engage with one another’s content.

☆ I thought having a 4-year-old would be easier. I feel like I'm living with a teenager.
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-29 | by ( Abigale Berwager Schreier | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

But my 4-year-old acts like an angsty teen with a chip on his shoulder (minus the acne and body odor). I often feel verbally abused, manipulated, and not cool enough for him — and I'm a grown-up. Normal 4-year-old behaviorThey don't call it the "F-you 4s" for nothing, Alanna Gallo, an education and parenting expert and the founder of Play Learn Thrive, said. Red flags parents should look forWhile most of this behavior is normal, albeit frustrating, there is a point where you may need outside help. And don't worry, my 4-year-old doesn't actually hate me, and he'll stop calling me a "booty butt" — eventually.

☆ The best acne treatment for teens, according to dermatologists
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-27 | by ( Vivian Manning-Schaffel | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +10 min

| How to treat teen acne | What makes teen acne worse? To help you find the right products for you, we spoke to dermatologists about teen acne treatments and ingredients to look for. The best treatments for teen acne to shop, according to expertsBelow, we gathered expert-recommended face washes and spot treatments that can help improve teen acne. It’s fragrance-free, non-comedogenic and should remove any excess oil, dirt or makeup from the skin, according to the brand. Making sure to minimize or avoid ways that could make acne worse is the key to reducing breakouts, according to our experts.

☆ Amid 'Velma' pushback, Mindy Kaling is a 'lightning rod' held to impossible standard, some critics say
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-21 | by ( Brahmjot Kaur | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +5 min

In 2021, South Asian women made up 0.3% of onscreen representation in television and film, according to a study by the Nielsen company. Srinivas sees why the South Asian community feels incorrectly represented by Mindy, Devi, Bela or Velma. “When her characters have become so popular with the mainstream audience, I think it’s understandable that the South Asian community feels somewhat outraged by this portrayal of a South Asian individual,” she said. “It’s not inauthentic to the experience of South Asian kids growing up in this society. “They are very much the same as the characters Mindy portrays.”

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☆ December reader favorites: Yeti Rambler, KN95 masks and more
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-05 | by ( Rebecca Rodriguez | Rebecca Rodriguez Is An Editorial Operations Associate Of Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

Whether it was gifts for Hanukkah, stocking stuffers or a last-minute gift, Select had it covered. To round out the year, we also compiled the bestselling products from our coverage in the following categories: tech, gaming, skin care and books. Aside from gifts, our readers gravitated towards wellness and tech products in December. A few of the most purchased items include smart home upgrades, space heaters, skin-care remedies and more. December Reader FavoritesBelow, we compiled our readers’ most purchased products throughout the month of December.

☆ A micro influencer landed 7 brand deals after improving her TikTok SEO strategy. Here's how much she's earned in the last 4 months.
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-03 | by ( Shriya Bhattacharya | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

When Nadja Marrero first started scrolling through TikTok in 2020, she was frustrated with the skincare content she saw. In the past four months of optimizing SEO, Marrero has made $7,350 through seven brand deals, according to documentation verified by Insider. Before September, when she started prioritizing SEO, she said brands would reach out to her every two months or so. "Brands used to tell me they just randomly found my page, but that's not the case anymore," she said. Companies including Neutrogena and Elf Cosmetics also found Marrero through TikTok and reached out to collaborate in recent months.

☆ Skin care bestsellers: The most purchased products we covered in 2022
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-29 | by ( Mili Godio | Mili Godio Is An Associate Reporter For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

Skin care should be a top priority no matter the season, according to the dermatologists we spoke to this year. They stressed the importance of wearing sunscreen during the hot summer months and moisturizing your dry skin in the winter. Throughout 2022, we saw plenty of interest in a variety of skin care products to tackle any issues your skin may face in between, including SPF scalp protection, under-eye patches, pimple patches and more. And as the year comes to a close, we’re taking a look back on some of the skin care products Select readers loved the most. Below, we listed the most purchased products in 2022 across our skin care and wellness coverage.

☆ 11 retinol and retinoid products for acne, wrinkles and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-28 | by ( Morgan Greenwald | Morgan Greenwald Is A Senior Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +16 min

SKIP AHEAD Retinol and retinoid products | Retinol vs. retinoid | How to use retinol | What are the potential side effects of retinol? The serum contains time-released 1.5% retinol — which is on the higher side for retinol products — as well as vitamins C and E and squalane to moisturize the skin, according to the brand. Since retinoid products speeds up skin cell turnover, it can leave your skin feeling and looking dry, red and irritated. Greenwald has tried dozens of skin care products and brands over the years, including retinol products. Based on their guidance and recommendations, Greenwald reviewed the features and ingredients of highly rated retinoid products from brands like Neutrogena, Skinceuticals, Peter Thomas Roth, The Ordinary and more.

☆ How 7 content creators built brands beyond fan merchandise and launched successful businesses
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-26 | by ( Alexandra York | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Many content creators have used their success to launch brands, turning followers into customers. "I was interacting with millions of different people as a content creator," Yoo, who lived in South Korea at the time, said. Yoo is one of many creators who have used their achievements to launch brands in recent years, turning loyal followers into loyal customers. Creating "pushed me naturally into the direction" of launching a brand, Yoo said. To understand how to successfully make the leap, Insider spoke with Yoo and six additional creators who've built brands beyond fan merchandise.

☆ Why detransitioners are crucial to the science of gender care
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-22 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +43 min

A Canadian health provider said it couldn’t participate, citing recent threats to hospitals offering youth gender care. But as Reuters found, hard evidence on long-term outcomes for the rising numbers of people who received gender treatment as minors is very weak. Dr Marianne van der Loos, the Dutch study’s lead author, is a physician at Amsterdam University Medical Center’s Center for Expertise on Gender Dysphoria, a pioneer in gender care for adolescents. For those who also received medical treatment, detransitioning typically includes halting the hormone therapy they otherwise would receive for years. One is Max Robinson, who was 16 when she sought gender care at Kaiser in 2012.

☆ Amazon has only gotten started with its ambitions to be a serious player in healthcare. Here are 3 acquisitions it could make next year.
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-20 | by ( Rebecca Torrence | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The next month, it abruptly announced it would shut down Amazon Care, its app-based primary-care service for employers, three years after launch. In November, Amazon launched Amazon Clinic, a virtual service where patients can pay Amazon directly to get treatment for common conditions like allergies and acne. Natalie Schibell, a vice president and research director at Forrester, said that was a sign Amazon had learned from its mistakes at Amazon Care. When Amazon shuttered Amazon Care, it put those mental-health ambitions on hold. Lennox-Miller said Amazon could buy health data startups the company had already invested in, like the health-equity-focused Harmony Health or the value-based-care data company Clinify Health.

☆ 13 Unique Gifts for the Mom Who Doesn’t Want Anything
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-13 | by ( ) www.wsj.com time to read: +7 min

The woman forever insisting she doesn’t need anything for the holidays, her birthday or Mother’s Day. With 200-plus thoughtful prompts and quick-hitting questions (What food do you like to have made for you when you’re sick? For the fragrance fanThis cool subscription service makes a unique gift for any mom, delivering an 8 mL bottle of perfume to her door every month. For the mom who’s tired of getting flowersThink of succulents as the gateway into plant parenthood. For the mom who could use a pick-me-upDare we say this is the sort of offering that will have her buzzing?

☆ November reader favorites: Apple AirPods, KN95 masks and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-01 | by ( Shari Uyehara | Shari Uyehara Is The Manager Of Editorial Operations Of Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

November, like October, was a month full of sales — we at Select kept an eye out for the best deals during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, two of the biggest shopping events of the year. With the holiday season just around the corner, we ramped up our gift guide coverage to help you find the best gift for virtually any person in your life, including book lovers, coffee lovers, father figures and more — we also looked into the best advent calendars and stocking stuffers to help you get into the holiday spirit. And as November brought colder weather and the end to daylight saving time, we spoke to experts about everything from products for chapped lips to items that can help you sleep better, including sleep masks and blackout curtains. To give you an idea of what readers shopped for last month, we compiled a list of the bestselling products we covered throughout November, including items purchased during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping days. November reader favoritesBelow, we compiled our readers' most purchased products throughout the month of November, excluding Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.

☆ The 13 Best Winter Hats for Women, According to Style Insiders
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-01 | by ( ) www.wsj.com time to read: +6 min

By Leah Melby ClintonNecessary essential or fashion statement, a winter hat is a wardrobe must, period. Below, a breakdown of the four big winter hat trends this year, with the pros’ specific picks that combine warmth and sartorial elan. The perfect wool beanieAcne Studios Appliquéd Ribbed Wool Beanie $170 at Net-A-PorterA knit beanie is a wardrobe staple, and this 100% wool version from Acne was mentioned by multiple style pros. Retro-modern bucket hatA ’90s throwback moment enveloped the fashion industry this year, with the return of the bucket hat. Chic cashmere beanieThis warm all-cashmere style was a constant in Sanford’s wardrobe when she lived in the Northeast.

☆ How to Spend Your FSA
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-30 | by ( ) www.wsj.com time to read: +4 min

Read on to find out more about how your FSA works and your best options to spend down your balance. Acupressure mat and pillowKanjo Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set $80 at AmazonYou might not have realized that an acupressure mat is FSA eligible. SunscreenEltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 Face Sunscreen $37 at AmazonThere’s a wide variety of sunscreen available on Amazon that’s FSA eligible. Why this December is differentThis year’s December FSA spending crunch could be worse than usual. Fortunately, while you must spend your FSA on medical costs, the options are a lot wider than just doctors visits and prescription meds.

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