So I decided to turn to the trusty experts for backup. If you thought the only side effect of your midnight munchies was the extra calories it added to your daily intake, I have some bad news for you. According to Jason Emer, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in Los Angeles, indulging in midnight snacking or untimely eating doesn’t just contribute to face bloating, it could also make you more prone to skin aging, skin damage, and even skin cancer (sigh)....

Creating the right rent budget involves factoring in everything from your financial means to your personal values. Unfortunately, figuring out exactly how much rent you can afford can be a daunting task—especially if: It’s your first time renting a place. Your financial situation recently changed. You’re just easily overwhelmed by money decisions in general. To break down all these considerations, we spoke with behavioral finance expert Shari Greco Reiches and NerdWallet’s home expert Holden Lewis for the best ways to create a personalized rent budget....

Instead of just thinking about salary, think about your total compensation. We asked financial experts to explain why you need to know the value of your total compensation package. We’re also sharing how to calculate your total worth (so you can ask for a raise or additional benefits if you realize you’re underpaid). What Is Total Compensation? Total compensation is the combined value of your salary, bonuses, a 401(k) match, free office coffee, and more....

What’s the Difference Between Pure Silver, Sterling Silver, and Silver-Plated Jewelry? The composition of your silver jewelry will determine the best way to clean it and how easily it will develop tarnish. Pure silver, as it sounds, is made up of 100 percent silver, while sterling silver is an alloy, comprised of a mix of silver and another metal, such as copper. To determine if a piece of jewelry is sterling silver, look for a small marking on the inside of rings or bangles that reads “925,” which indicates that the piece is 92....

And even if you do get plenty of sleep, dark undereye circles still affect some of us frequently, whether it be genetics, allergies, excessive sun exposure, or other factors that are hard to control. Below, we’ve enlisted the help of two makeup artists for their best tips on how to color correct undereye circles effortlessly. What is a color corrector? Color correcting is using complementary colors (which are opposite on the color wheel) to cancel each other out....

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What exactly is bloating? According to Linda Lee, MD, MBA, vice chair of ambulatory operations for the Department of Medicine and director of gastroenterology at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., bloating is defined as a condition in which your stomach feels full and tight, often due to gas, and it affects around 24% of women. Being bloated is uncomfortable, irritating, inconvenient, and sometimes downright painful. So it’s no shocker that so many people are seeking healthy, everyday solutions for sustained relief....

Renee Erickson James Beard-nominated chef-owner of The Whale Wins, Boat Street Café, The Walrus and the Carpenter, and Barnacle—all in Seattle, Washington—and author of the cookbook, “A Boat, a Whale & a Walrus: Menus and Stories.” Prep: “One of my favorite side dishes is roasted Brussels sprouts with lemon and mint—but I always make sure to parboil the sprouts first. That’s because 1) undercooked Brussels sprouts are the worst. And 2) when you roast them afterward, the centers get so soft they’re like little creamed cabbages....

A couple of years after I started my blog, I did a project with Jelly Belly where they wanted me to create some party ideas using jelly beans. I ended up coming with all sorts of spring party ideas and spring party games centered around jelly beans. And one of those ideas was these easy jelly bean cupcakes! Because it’s not spring without flowers (and jelly beans) right? I’m finally getting around to sharing the full recipe for these springy cupcakes, just in time for Earth Day in a few days!...

We asked Blomquist to help us break down tips for creating one of her go-to formulas for major moisture. Follow the step-by-step guide, and spread the love by whipping up a few extras for friends and family (they make great gifts!). Step 1: Gather your supplies. Metal mixing spoons Bowl Castor oil Vegetable glycerin ($8; amazon.com) Vitamin E oil ($10; amazon.com) Optional (for pigment and fragrance): Mica powder ($8; amazon....

Whether you’ve never crafted a cheese platter, or you’re a pro just looking for more ideas, this guide will teach you the best strategy for a perfect cheese platter. Selecting the Best Cheese for a Cheese Board Include a variety of textures and flavors. Choose at least one from each group of cheese: aged, soft, firm, or blue. Some examples: Aged: Aged Cheddar, Comte, Goat cheese, and Gouda. Soft: Constant Bliss, Camembert, and Brillat-Savarin....

The coatings used on nonstick pans have come a long way in the last decade. The surface of nonstick cookware used to scratch, peel, and degrade within a few months of purchasing, leading many consumers to generalize nonstick as cheap and flimsy. This is no longer the case—the materials used to make the pans themselves, like hard anodized aluminum, are much sturdier today. Some new pots and pans are actually metal utensil-safe and can be used on high heat....

How to Pick The best way to pick a cantaloupe is by smell. The fruit should have a sweet, slightly musky scent. A good cantaloupe feels heavy for its size, has a rind that resembles raised netting, and has a stem end that yields slightly when pressed with your thumb. How to Store Let a not-quite-ready cantaloupe ripen at room temperature for up to two days (keeping it in a closed paper bag will speed up the process)....

Maybe you find yourself wondering if your neighbor will be annoyed you didn’t support her as an “entrepreneur,” or if you didn’t want to buy Girl Scout cookies from her daughter. There are times when, out of our own fear of being rude or uncomfortable, we make financial choices that aren’t in our best interest. Do you have trouble politely declining a financial request? Here are five ways to help you stick to your budget, your good financial intentions, and your goals when it comes to spending....

Oil is your enemy For starters, oil is your enemy. “The oil in our skin, or creamy products applied around the eyes, can make the pigment of the mascara transfer onto skin, even after the mascara is dry,” says Nikki Wolff, the global creative director of artistry for KVD Beauty. Even if your skin isn’t naturally oily, sweat and heat can cause mascara to run. Before you begin applying makeup, Keita Moore, a celebrity makeup artist and Maybelline brand ambassador, recommends cleansing your face from natural oils....

This helps you get a sense of your biggest concerns and understand where to place your focus. “Sometimes it’s easy to give in to a sense of urgency that can just cause more stress and anxiety,” Chlipala says. “Take it one task at a time.” Once you’ve identified your stressors, don’t put so much pressure on yourself. Bell explains why “patience and compassion toward yourself” is always the right move....

There’s so much to manage, and the process can be full of unknowns. While there’s no way to avoid every bump in the remodeling road, having the right guidance can improve the trip. We asked top design and construction pros to share their best insights into every stage of the process. Phase 1: Before You Begin You’ve heard the old saying “Measure twice, cut once”? Turns out it’s good advice for the renovation process: The more time you spend planning, the more smoothly the project is likely to run....

How to Store Whole Beets To properly store whole beets, begin by chopping off all but a stub of the beets’ greens, keeping the bulb intact. Discard the extra beet greens, or save them to sauté in garlic and olive oil for a simple side dish. It’s best to keep the skin on, which protects the interior and keeps the beet fresh for longer. Avoid washing the beets, no matter how ruddy they are, as the moisture will cause them to rot more quickly....

Make sure to wash your swimsuit after each and every wear—even if you don’t go in the water. “Sunscreens contain ingredients that can be damaging to the fabric and can lead to the eventual breakdown of the material,” says Marysia Reeves, designer of Marysia Swim. To top it off, some SPFs are more detrimental than others, warns Lindsey J. Boyd, co-founder of the all-natural detergent line, The Laundress. Mineral-based lotions and oil formulations can cause yellowing or gradual stains over time if swimsuits are not washed properly....