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3 min readKey PointsMartha Stewart, 84, was recently spotted wearing the Crocs Soho Y Strap Sandals.Shoppers rave that they offer “soft but supportive” cushioning and “can handle hours of walking.”The top-rated sandals are currently on sale for 25% off, or $45 a pair, at Amazon, Zappos, and Crocs.We can always turn to Martha Stewart for comfy shoe recommendations—from her very own Skechers shoe line to the Hoka sneakers she wears on hikes. Most recently, the 84-year-old media mogul was spotted wearing a stylish pair of platform sandals while out and about in New York City—specifically, the Crocs Soho Y Strap…

3 min readAmazon shoppers swear by the Therabody TheraFace Pro for brighter skin and reducing visible signs of aging.Our former assistant editor is also a fan of the red light therapy tool, which is currently $100 off.More editor-approved skincare essentials are on sale now at Dermstreet.Red light therapy is the latest viral skincare trend that seems to be popping up everywhere you look. But if you’re a skeptic like I am, you’re probably wondering if some colorful light is really the solution to your skincare woes. After all, most red light therapy skincare devices are clocking in at hundreds of…

6 min readWhen I was a junior-high gymnast, I was super flexible. My friends and I did backbends, cartwheels, and splits at the drop of hat—not just at team practice, but in the hallway between classes, and any time we were on a lawn. These days, at 58, not so much. While I’m in good health and walk at least 7,000 steps almost every day, my legs, back, and shoulders still feel more stiff and sore than supple at the end of the day. Could a daily stretching routine be the key to not only feeling better but aging gracefully?…

2 min readKey PointsMy go-to tinted sunscreen for smooth, even skin is the Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50.I love the hydrating, color-changing formula that blends seamlessly to match my exact skin tone.The viral, top-rated sunscreen is on sale for 30% off at Dermstreet now.If there’s one thing that’s non-negotiable in my daily skincare routine, it’s a face sunscreen that’s lightweight, hydrating, and actually looks good on my skin (read: zero white cast anywhere). That’s why I love a good tinted sunscreen—it’s the ultimate multitasker as it not only provides SPF protection, but also doubles as a…

5 min readRed light therapy is one trending skincare and haircare treatment with staying power. From users on social media touting its anti-aging properties to celebrities like Kate Hudson and Victoria Beckham posting pictures donning glowing, light-emitting face masks or waving red wands over their faces, red light therapy benefits must be worth the hype—right? But what is red light therapy, exactly, and how does it work?According to Jodi LoGerfo, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., F.N.P.-B.C., D.C.N.P. of the Orentreich Medical Group in New York City, red light therapy (RLT) involves using light-emitting diode (LED) devices that “produce varying wavelengths of light that…

✔️ Pick the right pressure level. The pressure in compression socks is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Some compression socks have a mild pressure rating between 10 to 20 mmHg or 15 to 20 mmHg, while those on the firmer side have a pressure rating of 20 to 30 mmHg. Generally speaking, compression socks should fit snugly, but they shouldn’t be too tight that they’ll cut off circulation either.“I usually recommend a lighter compression, like 10 to 15 or 15 to 20, to begin with, and for more moderate to severe swelling, we start to go up in numbers,…

6 min readEveryone gets a little forgetful from time to time. But there are certain changes in behavior and personality that can indicate a more serious condition. Doctors explain early warning signs of dementia, including symptoms that are frequently overlooked or mistaken for something else.“We believe that some of the missed or unrecognized signs for dementia risk can be olfactory, which is a change or loss in smell, sleep issues and/or sleepiness throughout the day, increased agitation, depression, social withdrawal, and lack of volition,” explains Brian Balin, M.D., director of the Center for Chronic Disorders of Aging and professor of…

7 min readToo much variation in your bedtime, wake-up time, and sleep duration may increase your heart disease risk, according to one study.Researchers found that people with the greatest irregularities in sleep patterns were more likely to have a build-up of plaque in their arteries.Doctors explain steps you can take to improve your sleep quality.Maintaining a consistent sleep routine that consists of going to bed at the same time every night and waking up at the same time every morning can go far towards supporting your overall health. Now, scientists say there’s also a strong link between irregular sleep and…

5 min readThere are numerous reasons to include more fiber-rich foods in your daily diet, chief among them the fact that most people are not getting enough fiber. While brown rice is often a go-to pick for people looking to do just that—it’s tasty, easy to make, and adaptable to a variety of dishes—there are also plenty of foods with more fiber than brown rice that are worth enjoying on a regular basis.“Adding more fiber to your diet is a simple, effective step toward improved gut health and overall well-being,” says Natalie Ledesma, M.S., R.D.N., a registered dietitian nutritionist in…

2 min readWhen we need mature beauty advice, we look no further than Laura Geller. The makeup artist and founder of her eponymous brand, Laura Geller Beauty, has yet to give us a tip that didn’t transform our beauty routines, from her non-negotiable products for women over 60 to her insider how-to on perfecting the no-makeup makeup look. But no matter what the beauty mogul is dishing about, there’s one product she can’t say enough good things about: Laura Geller Beauty’s best-selling Baked Balance-N-Brighten Color Correcting Foundation. Lucky for us, it’s 50% off right now, during the brand’s Mother’s Day…