Beauty & Health

Pro-Ana: The Pro That’s Not A Pro At All

Pro-Ana: The Pro That’s Not A Pro At All

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Our parents, friends and classmates help us get through the nitty-gritty of college life. It’s these support systems that push people from wellness into darkness. But in today’s culture, support comes in various outlets – and mostly through social media. Who knew that one hashtag could push your friend over the edge?

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Oil Pulling: The “New” Health Fad

Oil Pulling: The “New” Health Fad

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An ancient Ayurvedic Indian system of healing, originating from the Vedic culture of India, is teaching us a completely “new” way to go about oral hygiene – not to mention a supposedly natural way of whitening teeth. Oil pulling has become a major health craze here in the U.S. as of late, but many people have never heard of this remedy. So what is it exactly?

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Why Your Hair Needs Clarifying Shampoo

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When I was home on spring break, I stopped in to see my hairdresser for a quick trim. I had been really trying to take it easy on my hair—straightener and curling iron reserved only for weekend styling. So you can imagine my surprise when my stylist merely touched my hair and was appalled by its condition.

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I Let My Guy Friends Do My Makeup

I Let My Guy Friends Do My Makeup

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If you love watching makeup videos on YouTube as much as I do, then you’ve probably seen this highly amusing tag before. Yes, it is the terrifying yet hilarious: “My boyfriend/guy friend/brother/whatever male you know does my makeup” tag. Upon hearing this tag for the first time, many of you probably cringed. Heck, I mean, I did.

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