In the beauty space, they’re particularly a hot-button issue—largely due to the fact that the exact mechanism of function isn’t as well understood. And one complaint I’ll often hear is that collagen peptides don’t make it all the way to the skin—and instead are used up by other parts of the body. See, we have robust research showing that the peptides do, in fact, improve the quality of the skin.* One study found that collagen peptides are able to support skin elasticity and dermal collagen density1....

But before the panic sets in, there may be a reason your hair is changing—and that means there are actions you can take to regain control, including using supplemental aids like The Nue Co.’s GROWTH COLLECTION.* Whether it’s their GROWTH PHASE supplement for inside-out hair support or their SUPA_THICK topical aid to directly target the scalp, a new hair care regimen may be just what you need.* For instance, we know that oxidative stress has been linked to hair loss, and antioxidants are compounds that are able to neutralize reactive oxygen species (ROS), thereby helping us regain antioxidant vs....

We turned to the experts: Below, derms explain whether castor oil can help you look dolled-up and doe-eyed, and how to apply it for the best results. Though the actual clinical evidence is lacking, there is scientific weight behind the ingredient itself: Castor oil’s main compound is ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid that has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The oil also contains vitamin E, which can also help protect those hairs from environmental aggressors....

As founder and educational director of the Love and Light School of Crystal Therapy Ashley Leavy previously explained to mbg, birthstones have roots in both Western astrology and Ayurveda, and the National Association of Jewelers standardized the official birthstones in 1912—because there were so many birthstone options across various traditions. Birthstones even appear in the book of Exodus (28:17-20), where it’s written that 12 gemstones were fixed on the prophet Aaron’s breastplate....

We’re back at it again with another buzzy skin care tool made DIY-friendly (or so it seems). This time we’re breaking down the benefits of dermarolling and what you need to know about doing it at home, dermarolling for hair growth, who should avoid it, and the full how-to. Let’s dive in. Many skin care experts like aestheticians and dermatologists, for example, have microneedling tools in-office should their clients want the service, but they don’t often have the at-home-style dermarollers....

According to Kathy Harmon-Luber, author of Suffering to Thriving: Your Toolkit for Navigating Your Healing Journey, “Some associate doves with motherhood, the divine feminine, and goddesses.” And if you’ve ever wondered why doves are often released at weddings and ceremonies, it’s because they represent love, too. “Doves mate for life and are considered a symbol of lasting love,” says Harmon-Luber. Seeing two doves together is usually a sign of good luck in the love and relationships department....

According to both professional dream analyst Lauri Loewenberg and spiritual guide, psychologist, and author of The Alchemy of Your Dreams Athena Laz, the emotions a dream brings up for you can often be one of your biggest clues. “No dream symbol can offer the same meaning to every person because the dream as a whole story (not singular symbols) is what relays the guidance and message to the dreamer,” Laz explains to mbg....