DEAR DR. JENN, I've been on four or five dates now with a guy I really like, but we're not quite at that define-the-relationship stage yet. Is there a non-awkward way to celebrate Valentine's Day with him without coming on too strong? How do I bring it up? — Gray Zone DEAR GRAY ZONE, There's nothing like the annual celebration of love to put pressure on a new relationship. The somewhat good news? Your guy is probably feeling the exact same way, and there is a way to handle it without feeling awkward or lame. Read More...
Gentler than their physical counterparts, chemical exfoliants — AHAs, BHAs, and PHAs — are the resurfacing ingredients that will up your skincare game. But before you pick up your next product, it's probably a good idea to do a little research on which chemical exfoliant will most satisfy your skin type, its needs, and concerns. Because let's face it, the last thing any of us needs right now is for our skin to start flaring up due to a bad reaction to a new product. Read More...
Regardless of trends, classic yellow gold jewelry deserves a spot in your capsule jewelry collection: These pieces are a good investment that you'll wear for years—if you take care of them and clean them correctly. But how do you keep your gold jewelry looking sparkly and shiny? Well, it depends. There's a wide variety in the type and quality of gold jewelry—purity can range from 9ct to 24ct. You might have a solid gold piece (which would be more expensive and a softer metal), or what's called an alloy: Mixed with silver, nickel, zinc, or another metal, it makes the jewelry more durable and also often less expensive. Read More...
