Meredith Marks’ Crystal Face Mask and Blazer

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 1 Finale Fashion

Meredith Marks’ crystal face mask and blazer on tonight’s Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 1 finale is certainly a look that will go down in Real Housewives fashion history whether it’s your cup of tea or not. You’ll see it at the next Bravocon, you’ll see it recreated it in costumes and you’ll see the edgiest Housewives fans take a page out of Meredith’s book and rock it IRL.

It actually reminds me of the time I want to a Kanye West concert and he wore a mask on stage through the whole..entire…concert. After he started dating Kim, as you could have guessed. Super annoying when you go “see” someone in concert. But thanks to the previews of tonight’s Beauty Lab party, I know that Meredith makes a statement, and lets us see her gorgeous face. Now that’s Housewives History in the making.

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Big Blonde Hair

Mask by Christian Cowan

Blazer Christian Cowan x Brooks Marks

Info: @MeredithMarks

Originally posted at: Meredith Marks’ Crystal Face Mask and Blazer

Stress can be an interesting phenomenon. In many ways, experiencing it throughout our day-to-day lives can be a good thing – pushing us to become more adaptable, and helping us to become more resilient.

As we get older though, and regardless of the reason behind its emergence, coping with stress can begin to feel more difficult than it once had. That’s why it’s important to have some good coping mechanisms in place for dealing with any stress that may come along.

On top of this, as we get older – and especially as we pass 60 – stress can begin to have different effects on the body. But what exactly are these, and what impacts can they have on your overall health?

Below I’ve outlined six of the most common ways in which stress can affect your body more after 60, to give you an idea of some signs to look out for.

Difficulty Sleeping

A common way in which stress can affect you more after you turn 60 is by disrupting your sleep pattern. Experiencing emotional stress can be particularly problematic, as a high production of stress-related hormones can make it difficult for your brain to switch off at night.

This can in turn lead to further knock-on effects. A good night’s sleep is one of the most effective ways to tackle stress, as it helps to flush out unwanted stress hormones. Therefore, not being able to get enough snooze time can lead to even more stress.

If you find that you’re having difficulties sleeping, then it’s important to find mechanisms for easing your stress levels. One great method for this is regular exercise. Something as simple as going for a long walk can help to release these unwanted hormones.

Suppressing the Immune System

Regardless of age, stress can decrease the overall effectiveness of the immune system. Simply put, this means that when stress levels are high, you’re a lot more vulnerable to becoming ill.

As we get older, our immune system naturally becomes weaker and less efficient. Therefore, a combination of a naturally-weaker immune system and high stress levels, makes people over 60 particularly susceptible to falling ill.

High stress levels in those within this age group can also extend sickness recovery times, as well as increase susceptibility to falling ill in the future.

Heart Complications

As you begin to feel stressed and anxious, the body will increase its production of adrenaline, in turn raising your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. For those over 60, this can significantly increase the risk of experiencing a heart complication or even suffering from something like a sudden heart attack.

Because of this – and especially for those already suffering from a heart condition or who are undergoing a form of cardiovascular treatment – it’s really important to try and keep your stress levels to a minimum.

A good way to bring down your stress levels, and help to lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, is through relaxation techniques. This can be something simple, like deep breathing, reading a good book, or listening to music. If you’re up for more, try activities such as yoga or meditation as these can be great ways to lower your stress.

Onset Diabetes

Recent research has suggested that high stress levels can play a role in the development of Type 2 diabetes. It’s been contented that a significant presence of stress hormones may prevent the cells in the pancreas – responsible for the production of insulin – from functioning properly. This in turn can lead to the development of Type 2 diabetes.

It’s also common to overeat during times of significant stress. Turning to comfort foods that are high in fat and sugar may help to ease stress in the short term, but this can have the knock-on effect of weight gain and potentially the development of diabetes.

This doesn’t mean having to cut these foods out entirely, but try to ensure that you maintain a healthy diet overall to keep your fat, salt, and sugar intake levels low.

Feeling Unwell

Feeling “sick to the stomach” is a common way in which stress can affect your body. As we get older though, blood flow and areas around the stomach become more delicate, meaning that this reaction to stress can be potentially more problematic.

High stress levels can lead to more complicated gastrointestinal issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, or heartburn. However, it’s worth noting that while high levels of stress cannot cause stomach ulcers, they can worsen them.

If you’re feeling unwell for prolonged periods, it may be worth visiting your doctor. They will be able to provide more specific advice for your individual situation. Following this, I’d recommend going for regular check-ups at least once a year to help prevent the presence of any future illness.

Development of Dementia

A few studies have been carried out looking at the links between high stress levels and the development of dementia. Certain types of dementia – Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia in particular – have been found to have been accelerated by the presence of stress.

However, research into this correlation is still in its early stages. It’s difficult to determine the exact role that stress has on the development of dementia, especially as there are a number of other factors that can play a role here.

With that being said, it’s still important to take steps to try and reduce any stress you may have, as this will significantly benefit your overall health in the long run.

Tips for Reducing Stress

As I mentioned previously, there are a number of easy and effective ways to bring down your stress levels. Below I’ve laid out some recommendations that you can try.

Regular Exercise

This doesn’t have to mean strenuous aerobic work. Simply going for a walk can really help to release built-up stress hormones.

Relaxation Techniques

Try activities such as meditation or yoga to bring down your heart rate and help your mind to escape from the issues that are making you feel stressed.

Write Down Your Worries

Writing down the things that are causing you stress and talking them through with a loved one can really help to ease anxiety.

Healthy Diet

While consuming snacky foods and alcohol might help in the short term, it will only make things worse in the long run. Maintaining a balanced diet can really help to create a healthy body and a healthy mind.

Relax to Music

Listening to music can be a simple yet great way to help your mind escape from the issue that is causing stress.

How often do you feel stress eating at you? What is causing it? Have you found any particular method for coping with stress? Please share with our community and let’s support each other!

Summer House Fashion: Season 5 Premiere

The wait’s finally over, Quarantine Summer House is here! According to the trailer this season of the show will be like any other because instead of the cast only staying in the Hamptons together during the weekends, due to the pandemic they’ll be quarantined under one (new and super luxurious) roof there together 24/7 for 6 weeks straight. And while that’ll certainly make for more drama, it’ll also certainly make for a lot of lewks for us to cover and you guys to shop while they sleep, work, party…and repeat. 

*Additional looks will be added after the show airs*

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Faryn

Lindsay Hubbard’s Ripped Jeans

Click Here to Shop Her Agolde Jeans

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Lindsay Hubbard’s Amber Round Sunglasses

Click Here to Shop Her Urban Outfitters Sunglasses in Amber or Marble on Sale

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Lindsay Hubbard’s Rose Bodysuit

Click Here to Shop Her Urban Outfitters Bodysuit in Rose or Black on Sale

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Paige DeSorbo’s Pink Rose Shoulder Top

Click Here to Shop Her Zara Top on eBay

Also Seen on Kenya Moore 

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Lindsay Hubbard’s White Dotted Tulle Top

Click Here to Shop Her House of CB Top on eBay

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Hannah Berner’s White Asymmetrical Crop Top

Click Here to Shop Her PrettyLittleThing Top in 4 Colours

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Paige DeSorbo’s White One Shoulder Lounge Set

Click Here to Shop Her Nasty Gal Lounge Set in Blue or Nude

Click Here to Shop it in Purple

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Amanda Batula’s Gold Chain Necklace

Click Here to Shop Her 8 Other Reasons Necklace (she’s wearing the shorter chain here)

Tiger Mist Top Sold Out

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Ciara Miller’s Red Bodysuit

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Danielle Olivera’s Yellow Ruffle Top

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Originally posted at: Summer House Fashion: Season 5 Premiere

It’s hard to believe with all the makeup brands certified Clean at Sephora, none of them were started by a Black founder. Of course, Sephora stocks other stellar Black-owned products but the “clean” cosmetics space has been pretty white—until now. LYS Beauty is coming to Sephora. The brand was founded by makeup-artist-turned-beauty-exec Tisha Thompson, who has 15 years of experience in the clean beauty industry at brands such as PÜR. She aimed to bring inclusive, accessible makeup to the masses that’s actually good for your skin. We’d say she did just that.

“I am so incredibly excited to release a line that truly fills the white spaces in the industry from affordable product innovation to inclusive marketing representation,” Thompson said in a statement. “The basic goal of most consumers remains the same throughout the years: to desire to feel confident in the skin we’re in. This collection takes a literal approach to helping our
consumers achieve that goal with formulas that satisfy your beauty wants, while taking care of your skincare needs in a very affordable way.”

The first rollout includes the hero foundation, as well as primer, blush, bronzer, setting powder, lip gloss, mascara and makeup brushes. Yeah, she’s not starting small. All the products have the Clean at Sephora label and are free from more than 50 ingredients (including fragrances), such as sulfates (SLS and SLES), parabens and phthalates. LYS is also vegan and cruelty-free, as well as made in recycled packaging.

Ready to try it out? Get all the details below and shop the line when it hits Sephora’s website on February 19.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

Triple Fix Serum Foundation

There are 35 flexible shades with a buildable, light-to-medium coverage with a natural skin finish. Turmeric provides antioxidant power, while hyaluronic acid and avocado oil locks in hydration.

LYS

Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush

This satin-matte blush, in six shades, features a buildable, creamy formula. Kaolin clay reduces excess shine, while avocado oil hydrates and vitamin E calms and soothes.

LYS.

No Limits Matte Bronzer

Use this buildable matte bronzer to sculpt and define the face. It contains niacinamide to reduces the appearance of pores and limit shine, green tea extract for antioxidant power and sodium hyaluronate to plump fine lines.

LYS.

Secure Skin Gripping Serum Primer

Keep your makeup on all day but treat skin concerns, too. Niacinamide reduces the appearance of pores, while an AHA fruit blend smooths texture and vitamin C-rich grapefruit extract brights.

LYS.

Speak Love Glossy Lip Treatment Oil

This high-shine, clear lip oil features nourishing nut oils, cold-pressed chia seed oil and vitamin E to hydrate and plump lips.

LYS.

Triple Fix Setting Powder

This translucent, pressed setting powder—in four shades—blurs the skin and locks in makeup.

Whitney Rose’s Black Chain Fringe Sweatshirt

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 1 Finale Fashion

While her father opts for fringe haircuts, Whitney Rose chose a super cute chain fringe sweatshirt to wear on last night’s Real Housewives of Salt Lake city and I loved it. A casual look you can dress up is really fun and functional, and there are so many great Style Stealers for the piece. And if you’re on the fringe about it, once you see the prices I’m sure they’ll totally make the cut.

The Realest Housewife,

Big Blonde Hair

Click Here to Shop her H & M Chain Fringe Sweatshirt

Originally posted at: Whitney Rose’s Black Chain Fringe Sweatshirt