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Top 5 Celebrity Bromances

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It’s fun to watch inseparable best buds grow and support each other throughout their Hollywood careers. Here, we’ll take a look at the top five celebrity bromances. 

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck have been Boston-based best buds since they were ten years old. The two wrote the screenplay for Good Will Hunting together in the late 90’s, and have watched each other’s careers skyrocket ever since. Both Matt and Ben cite one another’s support as the reason they’ve been able to keep moving forward in Hollywood, despite difficulties and setbacks. 

Lenny Kravitz and Jason Momoa are an unlikely bromance, as Momoa was married to Kravitz’s ex-wife, Lisa Bonet. From riding motorcycles together to supporting one another at family movie premieres, Kravitz and Momoa have said that they feel like brothers. Jason and Lenny got along right away, bonding over shared interests. Jason publicly praises Lenny’s parenting skills, saying that Lenny is able to keep his cool over difficult teenage issues better than he can. Lenny and Jason both say that a deep feeling of family and love for their kids keeps them focused on putting love first. 

Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire became friends when they used to run into one another at auditions in the 80’s, before anyone knew that they’d both grow into the Hollywood giants that they are today. Leonardo acts as “Uncle Leo” to Toby’s two kids. Both Leonardo and Toby consider themselves to be competitive people, and part of the reason they believe their friendship works so well is their different paths in the acting world. Leonardo sees himself as the next Jack Nicholson, while Toby tends to see himself as the next Tom Hanks, according to sources. 

Zach Braff and Donald Faison are known for their BFF-chemistry on Scrubs, and it turns out their brotherly love extends into their real-life relationship. After starring on the show for nearly a decade together, the two have an unbreakable bond. Zach is the godfather to Donald’s son, and Donald was at Braff’s wedding to celebrate alongside his long-time pal. The two host a podcast entitled “Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald” where they unpack a Scrubs episode each week. 

Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul are known for their killer banter and brilliance in the lab on Breaking Bad, and it turns out their friendship has long outlasted their hit show. The two currently run a liquor company together–Dos Hombres Mezcal. While their friendship has grown over the years, the two state that Bryan served as Aaron’s mentor in the Breaking Bad days, similar to the way their characters Walter and Jesse related to one another. The two are thrilled to be able to work together once again. 

 

 

Top 5 Celebrity Feuds

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You might think that being rich and having it all means that everyone wants to be your friend. But after hearing about the top five celebrity feuds, you’ll see that anyone can have an enemy.

1. Martha Stewart and Gwyneth Paltrow

It pains us to see these two powerful women going at each other. Since 2014, these lifestyle experts have been at it. Gwyneth Paltrow was criticized by Martha Stewart for creating her own lifestyle company, Goop.

“She is a well-known actress. She wouldn’t be attempting to be Martha Stewart if she was secure in her acting abilities,” Stewart said in an interview.

When Stewart uploaded a pie recipe dubbed “conscious coupling,” shortly after Paltrow filed for divorce from Chris Martin, calling the split a “conscious uncoupling.” the drama didn’t seem to settle down. Paltrow then shared a similar recipe for “jailbird cake” a month later, mimicking Stewart’s prison stint in 2004.

2. Heidi Montag and Lauren Conrad

Lauren Conrad and Heidi Montag’s breakup, which was portrayed on MTV’s “The Hills,” has lasted over a decade. The cause was because Spencer Pratt spread a story around that Conrad recorded a sex tape with ex-boyfriend Jason Wahler. Conrad broke connections with Montag after season two of the reality show. The two haven’t spoken since.

3. Megan Markle and Duchess Kate of Cambridge

Megan Markle was welcomed in the UK with open arms when she became engaged to Prince Harry. But things turned sour after rumors came out about Megan’s imperious demeanor toward the Royal staffers. Even Harry was quoted as saying, “What Megan wants, Megan gets.” But Megan’s jealousy of Duchess Kate of Cambridge revealed a new low. Megan apparently made Kate cry on Megan’s wedding day. These two may remain polite if they’re ever in the same room again. But behind closed doors, the feud lingers.

4. Hilary Duff and Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan has had it rough. Even back in the early 2000’s things started going wrong for Lindsay. After Hilary met Aaron Carter, she began dating him. The affair lasted a year and a half. But Lindsay reportedly horned in, stealing Carter away. Carter then went back to Duff. Then Lindsay claimed that Hilary stole him away. Everyone denies everything, yet no one is speaking to anyone anymore.

5. Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow

Back when Gwyneth was trying to make a go of living in London, she befriended fellow ex-pat Madonna. Gwyneth’s husband was Chris Martin at the time. Paltrow and Madonna shared the same personal trainer, Tracy Anderson. Gwyneth’s appointment with Tracy was always after Madonna’s. Paltrow remarked that Madonna was rude, saying, that “she makes people wait.” Long story short, no tears were shed after the breakup of Madonna and Paltrow.

Don’t let the flashing lightbulbs and smiles fool you. Whenever these celebrities get into a room together, they’ll be moving to separate corners.

 

 

 

 

 

The Science of Language Learning

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Ever wonder what takes place in the brain when you learn a new language? The capacity of the human brain for learning a new language makes us unique—no other animal on the planet can do so. 

Around half of the world is bilingual, and many people want to adopt a new language. The neuroscience behind how the brain changes when you learn a new language proves how possible the feat is. Plus, learning a new tongue yields impressive benefits for the person and for the brain itself.

The bilingual brain allows the new potential for communication and social connections. You gain access to a new community of people to connect with. This new ability to communicate may even offer new employment opportunities. Beyond the social aspects, however, learning a second language physically changes the brain. Look at how the brain changes when you learn a new language. 

1. The size of your brain increases

Language learning increases the size of the cerebral cortex and hippocampus. In a Swedish study, neuroscientists at the Swedish Armed Forces Academy examined the brain as recruits learned a new, completely unfamiliar language. Using magnetic resonance imaging and electrophysiology to examine the changing brains of the recruits, researchers found that key brain areas responsible for memory processing and learning grew substantially. 

2. The density of gray and white matter changes 

Grey matter in the brain is packed with nerve fibers that process information. The more gray matter in the brain, the healthier the organ is considered to be because it is densely packed with neural cells. Scans of bilingual people show that the gray matter in the left hemisphere—where language information is processed—is denser. Further, the brain’s white matter has more integrity among older adults that speak more than one tongue. White matter connects neural cells to other neural cells for rapid information processing,

3. Memory improves 

Learning a new language may even help support your short-term and working memory. Bilingual children have better short-term memory than those that only speak one language. And, the more proficient a person is in two languages, the better their working memory altogether.  

4. Enhanced focus and attention 

Picking up a second language may even improve executive functions of the brain, which help you focus. Bilingual individuals seem to have more control over executive functions, possibly due to the increased hippocampus size and more grey matter. 

5. You have lower risks of developing a neurological condition 

The parts of the brain that decline with age are challenged when learning a new language. Therefore, some research has proposed that speaking more than one language may negate some risks of developing neurological illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s disease. In one small study, adults over 65 were taught a new language to measure benefits for the brain. The participants had noteworthy improvement in cognitive function. 

Adopting a new language is plausible because the brain is plastic. It changes to accommodate new information. Your neurons and synapses don’t just fossilize when you reach a certain age, either—you can learn new skills, including language, throughout your life. The brain builds new connections, stores new memories, and essentially reshapes itself over the years. 

Another interesting fact: age is not necessarily a factor in determining how well or how quickly you can learn a new language. Instead, other factors are better predictors of whether a person achieves a second language. For example, duration of instruction and interacting with native speakers may lead to better language retention. 

    Thanks to scientific and technological advancements, we understand more about the science of language learning. Without question, picking up a new language is beneficial, whether you simply want to build new connections with the world around you or want to do something good for your brain. 

     

    5 Fitness Products to Boost Your Health

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    Being “fit” means different things to different people. In general, though, increasing your fitness means increasing your ability to do daily activities.

    For someone who exercises regularly, being fit might mean doing their typical three-mile run in the morning. But, for someone who doesn’t vigorously exercise, being fit might mean taking the stairs without feeling winded. Ultimately, only you can define what being fit means to you.

    Regardless of your version of fitness, there are a few products that can help individuals boost their health across the board, no matter where you are on the “fitness spectrum.”

    1. Adjustable Kettlebell

    Kettlebells have a variety of benefits for health and fitness. They improve core strength and stability, and they can increase your body awareness and coordination. They also help build the muscles necessary to maintain balance.

    With all the benefits, having a kettlebell at home can be cumbersome. They take up a lot of space, and it is hard to find the right weight for your needs.

    An adjustable kettlebell allows you to adjust the weight to meet your needs without having more than one kettlebell lying around. The Shanchar Adjustable Kettlebell Weight provides a good alternative to several kettlebells of different weights.

    2. Withings Body+ Digital Wi-Fi Smart Scale

    Tracking your body’s stats can be very helpful to help with weight and body fat goals—and a smart scale can be a great way to do that.

    The Withings Body+ Digital Wi-Fir Smart Scale is one of the bestselling health products on Amazon, in part because it provides easy-to-read body information on a smartphone app.

    3. Hidrate Spark 3 Smart Water Bottle

    Drinking water has a ton of benefits to your health, including clearer skin, increased energy, helping with digestion, and normalizing blood pressure. Even with all of these benefits, getting the right amount of water can be tough.

    The HidrateSpark 3 is a smart water bottle. It not only keeps your water cool, but it also glows to remind you when it’s time to drink and tracks your drinking in the HidrateSpark App. A simple reminder to drink water can go a long way toward a healthier you!

    4. Gainwell 21 Day Portion Control Container Kit

    One of the many reasons that people are overweight is that they overeat. Having limitations on your eating can be one of the best ways to lose weight if that is your goal.

    Gainwell 21-Day Portion Control Container Kit provides 21 days of containers to help you get the right amount of food for each type of food based on your unique needs. It also comes with a full description of suggested portions and tracking information.

    5. Vyper 3 – High-Intensity Vibrating Foam Roller

    Sore and tight muscles can be both painful and debilitating. A massage is often the best way to address these problems, but getting a professional massage isn’t always possible. Instead, the Vyper 3 is a high-intensity vibrating foam roller that can be used to massage away tension and loosen up muscles. It’s a great option before or after a workout.

    5 Thought Leaders Who Are Helping To Make A Better Planet

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    Today, rising temperatures are causing chaos on our planet. Yet, despite it all, some people are standing up to encourage change that could save us on a global scale. Consider five thought leaders who are making a difference. 

    1. Catherine Mckenna

    Canadian lawyer and politician Catherine Mckenna once served as the Canadian government’s minister of environment and climate change. Now she chairs a group appointed by the UN Secretary-General tasked with raising awareness about the climate emergency and developing plans to resolve it. 

    “We can tackle climate change; we just have to change how we look at things. We have to stop looking at it as a 2050 problem.” 

    2. Elizabeth Mrema

    Ms. Mrema was born in Tanzania but today lives in Canada. She is also the executive secretary of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity. She is approaching the challenge of climate change differently than Mckenna. She is looking for a biological solution to the problem. 

    “I grew up seeing our villages full of trees. But as I continued to grow… the outlook began changing. The bush, the forest I was seeing, you see more holes and spaces, [and] the weather kept changing. And as I speak, even those rivers – when you hear the water flowing in the streams at the backyard – have completely dried up.”

    3. Inger Andersen

    Inger Andersen is a Danish economist who serves as the executive director of the United Nations Environment Programme. Andersen has spent most of her career working towards a better world. She spent many of her early years working in Sudan and focusing on famine and drought relief. 

    Today, her focus is on the devastation extreme weather is causing people all over the globe. She believes there is an inequity in the suffering and states that justice must be part of the climate change solution. 

    “When we know that one in three African citizens have faced water scarcity, then we understand climate inequality, then we understand that those folks who are my neighbors here in Nairobi are producing very, very low CO2 emissions.”

    4. Osprey Orielle Lake

    Osprey Orielle Lake is the founder of the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network or WECAN. This organization works on the frontlines to create change to help sustain the planet. They aim to engage women disproportionately impacted by the climate emergency to take direct action and fight back. They do everything from holding seminars to working on the ground to save the forests. 

    “The climate crisis emerged from interlocking systems of capitalism, resource extraction, racism, patriarchy, and colonization. It’s beyond past time to end the tragic cycle of endless economic growth based on sacrificed peoples and sacrificed lands.”

    5. Greta Thunberg

    This young woman has become a household name thanks to her fight for the planet. Born in 2003, Thunberg gained notoriety for her school climate strikes and bold public speeches. She gave a fiery speech during the 2018 plenary session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference that made headlines. 

    “We can no longer let the people in power decide what is politically possible. We can no longer let the people in power decide what hope is. Hope is not passive.” 

    Together, these thought leaders and many others are working to create a more sustainable planet. 

     

    5 Paintball Tactics To Win Your Next Team Building Session

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    Paintball’s fun, but it’s a lot more fun when you win—especially if you’re playing for bragging rights against your coworkers.

    The good news? There are some things you can do to set yourself up for success.

    Read on for a roundup of 5 tactics that will help you be victorious in your next team building paintball session.

    1. Get to know your equipment

    Different levels of play require different paintball guns. Knowing which gun you need and how to use it can help you hit the ground running—literally and figuratively.

    While operating a paintball gun isn’t “hard,” practice makes perfect. Varying both pressure and speed directly impacts firing rates.

    Plus, the more you practice, the more muscle memory you’ll build up.

    Not to mention that proficiency with your gun will help you avoid issues like jamming and fumbling around on the field while attempting to reload.

    2. Have a plan

    No great military general ever won a battle by winging it. The same applies on the paintball field.

    Study the game zones in advance to understand the field and identify spots to potentially use as cover, and be sure to do a walk through with your teammates before the game begins.

    This is also an opportunity to ensure that you’re on the same page regarding your expectations for each other for everything from positions to strategy.

    Establishing these things in advance will help improve your team’s confidence and efficiency.

    3. Use your teammates

    Your teammates can be an asset or a liability. Proactive communication is often the differentiating factor between the two.

    Stopping to reload, or getting ready to make a big move? Signal your teammates to cover you. (Just avoid tipping off your opponents by yelling.)

    4. Keep moving

    From eliminating your opponents to capturing the flag, different paintball games can have different objectives. However, securing as much of the field as possible gives you a major advantage in every scenario.

    While it can be tempting to spend your time hiding to try to “wait it out,” this gives the other team the advantage over the field. The longer you stand still or stay in the same places, the greater the odds that your opponents will spot you and either maneuver around you or eliminate you.

    The takeaway? Hanging back will only get you so far and does nothing to advance your team.

    In addition to moving your body, keep moving your eyes. It’s easy to get stuck in tunnel vision, especially if you think you might see someone hiding in a particular place. However, keeping your attention there can make you blind to other threats, such as being flanked by the enemy while you’re distracted.

    Speaking of moving, paintball is an extremely physical game. Practicing loading and firing your gun while sitting in your living room won’t prepare you for how it feels while you’re maneuvering around the field. Spend some time replicating these tasks while running in your backyard. (It may feel silly, but it works!)

    5. Learn how to “snap shoot.”

    Once you get the hang of the basics of handling your paintball gun, you can move onto more advanced skills, like snap shooting. While this technique takes some time to master, it makes a huge difference during a paintball game.

    Instead of repeatedly popping up like a prairie dog from behind a bunker (which makes you a target), snap shooting involves “snapping” out, shooting off some rounds, then quickly “snapping” back behind your bunker.

    You don’t even bother to confirm your hits with snap shooting. It’s all about speed and the element of surprise. On that note, be sure to vary things like number of shots fired, shooting position, and time between snapshots. Predictable patterns will turn you into the target of an experienced, attentive player.

    One last thing to keep in mind? Just like in the workplace, your paintball team is only as good as its weakest player. Once you’ve got these tips and tricks down, be sure to share them with your teammates to reign supreme at your next team building paintball event.

    5 Fundamentals For Troubleshooting Your Relationship

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    A long-term relationship can be one of the most satisfying experiences in the world, but it can also be incredibly challenging. Most couples go through periods where they don’t get along or their relationship just doesn’t feel as close as it used to be. Don’t despair — there are ways to troubleshoot your relationship.  

    1. Open yourself to being vulnerable.

    A successful relationship requires you to be open to the other person. This can be hard if you have been hurt in the past. When you’ve been hurt, your natural instinct is to protect yourself. You shut down lines of communication, and you become defensive.

    If you want to heal your relationship, you need to be willing to be vulnerable. This can feel very scary. You may feel like you’re opening yourself to pain. But that’s essential if you want to foster a connection with your partner. 

    2. Extend compassion to your partner.

    Just as you may feel scared or hurt, your partner may also feel scared or hurt. You need to extend them compassion if you want to improve your relationship. This is the person you love. You need to treat them kindly and gently. 

    Imagine your partner throughout their life. Imagine the ways they have been hurt. Think about how they could have been loved more during their life. Become the person who gives your partner the unconditional love that they have always deserved during their life.  

    3. Get ready to compromise. 

    Relationships involve two people. Regardless of how much you have in common, there will be times when you disagree on things. To make your relationship work, you need to be willing to compromise. This rule applies to both big and small situations. 

    Compromise also comes into play with how you interact with each other. If your partner snaps at you, don’t snap back. Instead, internally acknowledge that they may be having a rough day or might be a bit stressed, and then, respond with kindness and compassion. This type of compromise can help you avoid unnecessary arguments. 

    4. Practice intimacy.

    Your primary relationship is the most intimate relationship in your life. You need to nurture intimacy if you want this relationship to be successful. Keep in mind that intimacy takes a lot of different forms. 

    To foster emotional intimacy, listen actively and make eye contact while your partner talks. Focus on what they’re saying, not how you want to respond. 

    Also, make sure that you display physical attention. When relationships are suffering emotionally, they typically suffer physically as well. Take a walk and hold hands. Touch each other gently while watching TV or relaxing. Set aside dedicated times to explore each other and rekindle your relationship in the bedroom. Be patient. This process can take time, especially if you’ve been struggling for a while. 

    5. Have fun.

    Relationships can take work, but they should be fun. Remember why you got together? A lot has probably changed since then. You and your partner have gone through all kinds of life events and experienced ups and downs both individually and as a couple. Revisit experiences that you enjoyed when you first got together. Or explore new hobbies. Find ways to have fun with each other. 

    5 Principles All Good Club DJs Know

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    Once upon a time, DJs or disc jockey’s played music on radios all over the world. Today, it is a career option that spans music publishing, clubs, and even mobile work like weddings and other significant events. But, like any profession, there are some principles that all DJs should follow, like these five. 

    1. Be Willing to Adapt

    It is one of the guiding principles of being a good DJ. You don’t always know what you will get at a venue or what might impact your show. DJs need to be able and willing to adapt to the various situations as they come. 

    That might mean being willing to play music outside your genre and to listen to what your audience is telling you they want to hear. It may also mean taking breaks in the show based on what the host or venue needs as opposed to the DJ’s personal preference. 

    2. Learn to Read the Room

    The job is entertainment, and for that to be effective, DJs must be able to read the room. Well-known DJ Argy calls this a necessity. He states that a good DJ can walk into a room and know exactly what is happening within five minutes. 

    They need to be able to judge the mood of the people in the room, develop an understanding of their insecurities and look for ways to make them feel good. It could be the difference between having a regular gig and never working again. 

    3. Check Your Ego at the Door

    DJing is an art form, and like all artists, some DJs let their egos get in the way of pleasing the audience and making good music. Choose cohesive music that will play well in the room. If you love a mix, but the quality is poor, it will not sound good when played. 

    It’s not about playing just what you like, it is about pleasing the audience, and that means putting together tracks that make sense and that play well. And if they ask you to change your music, suck it up and do what it takes to keep the audience dancing. 

    4. Invest in Your Craft

    Treat being a DJ like you would any startup business. As you make money, put it back into your company.  For DJs, that often means buying better equipment. You won’t get top gigs with cheap, poor-quality equipment. 

    Once you get the top-of-the-line equipment, keep investing. You might put that money into marketing, for example. Consider publishing mixes to grow your career and make even more money when getting the best gigs. 

    5. Don’t Get Drunk

    It is common for venues to offer free or discounted drinks to the DJs. After all, the more they drink, the more entertaining they can be, but maybe not in a good way. Don’t let drinking alcohol get in the way of doing your job. You want to have fun because you want your audience to have fun but know your limits. 

    DJing is a profession like any other. If you want to do it well, you must know the principles for success. 

     

    How To Get a High Quality Sound Setup on a Budget

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    Do you want the full theater experience in your living room, but just don’t have the big bucks to make it happen? If so, you’ll love to know that there’s a way to get a high-quality sound setup on a budget. All you have to do is follow these tips to create a home theater system that promises to get your heart pumping.

    Plan to Start Small 

    While working with a tight budget, you’re going to have to make peace with starting small. If you do this right, you can slowly build upon your system until you have it just the way you want it.

    To take the right approach, start with a used 5.1 or 7.1 receiver. These receivers allow you to run five to seven speaker channels, respectively. You will only operate it as a 2.1 system to start, however.

    A 2.1 sound system has:

    • One receiver
    • Two tower or bookshelf speakers
    • A single subwoofer  

    Your receiver serves as the brains of your sound setup. This device allows you to set up multiple speakers across many channels while improving their sound quality.  

    Tower and bookshelf speakers feature all the initial tweeters, mid-range speakers, and bass drivers you need for your left and right channels. The subwoofer sends big bass rocking through the room, adding punch to every tense scene.   

    Buy Used Equipment  

    Many people upgrade their sound systems as soon as the newest features come out, landing their original setups in the used marketplace. So, to get the best brands without paying big money, you’ll want to buy used whenever possible.

    To find high-quality used home theater equipment, look at:

    • Thrift stores
    • Consignment shops
    • Pawn shops

    Try to avoid online marketplaces since you cannot test out the receivers and speakers before you buy them. If you cannot avoid shopping online, look for a solid return policy and be ready to send the items back if they don’t fit the bill.

    Select Good Brands

    Even though you’re working with a tight budget, you still need to select trusted audio brands. Otherwise, your sound quality will suffer.

    For receivers, you’ll ideally want to find Denon, Onkyo, or Yamaha. Speaker brands you can trust include Edifier, Klipsch, and Polk. As for subwoofers, look for Dayton, Kanto, and Bic.

    Set Up Your Initial System

    Upon selecting all your equipment, it’s time to assemble your budget audio system. Put your speaker on an open shelf right beneath your TV. Make sure that you have room to run your speaker wire and other cords. Also, give the receiver lots of breathing room to ensure it doesn’t get too hot.

    Then, put the tower or bookshelf speakers on either side of the receiver. Run the speaker wires to the correct channels to have the sound come at you from the right sides. After that, you just have to hook up your subwoofer and put it in the corner of the room to further amplify its output.

    Pick Up Centers and Surrounds Later

    Once you have your 2.1 setup running strong, use any extra funds to buy a center speaker and surround speakers. As the name implies, the center speaker goes right between your two tower or bookshelf speakers.

    If you’re running a 5.1 system, the surround sound speakers go just past your seating position and get angled toward you. A 7.1 system allows you to add two more speakers behind your seating area. All your surround sound speakers should sit at about ear level for the best results.

    Although this might sound like a big undertaking, building your own system allows you to get the highest quality setup without a huge initial expense. If you want to avoid all that work, go with a moderately priced home theater in a box with a 7.1 receiver. Then, you can build on it later if you want. 

    Understanding Your Skin Type

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    Your skin can make up to 15% of your body weight, and a lot of people forget that it’s the body’s largest organ. Not only does your skin kind of keep things like your muscles, bones, and other organs all held together, but it’s also the key factor in regulating your body’s temperature. 

     

    Your skin is also full of nerves, which is important for us humans to feel and touch things too. 

     

    Needless to say, your skin is a pretty important part of your body, but not all skin is the same.  

     

    There are actually five different skin types and the more you understand what type of skin you have, the better you can take care of it and keep it healthy.

     

    Normal

     

    Normal skin is what it sounds like. It’s not too dry, it’s not too oily, and it functions, looks, and feels the way it’s supposed to. People with normal skin do not tend to have dermatological issues, their skin is clear from blemishes and other irritations. 

     

    Normal skin is smooth and generally just needs a minor level of cleanliness, attention, and care. 

     

    Dry

     

    People who have dry skin tend to be more susceptible to factors like climate, weather, elevation, and dehydration. Things like a dry environment, low air humidity, or high elevation can cause skin to dry out at an alarmingly fast rate, causing physical cracking and even bleeding if not addressed immediately. 

     

    People who are in certain jobs that expose them to chemicals, hot water, or constant washing of hands will also notice their skin becoming drier and drier if they are not careful. All of these factors strip away natural skin oil meant to protect the skin from drying out. 

     

    Dry skin is itchy as well and often feels tight and rough to the touch. 

     

    If you suffer from dry skin, physical hydration is key both in terms of water consumption and additional moisturizing throughout the day. If you deal with hot water or chemicals, wearing protective gloves might also help.  

     

    Oily

     

    Oily skin is typically genetic, but it is also connected to age and puberty. Excessive skin oil is caused by sebaceous glands’ overproduction, and people with oily skin tend to battle acne more so than others. 

     

    Someone with oily skin can physically feel a sheen or layer of oil on areas like their face, for example, and their skin tends to be shinier. People with oily skin tend to need hygiene products that help dry their skin out and need to be more aware of washing away dirt and grime to avoid things becoming trapped in their pores which leads to breakouts. 

     

    Oily/Dry

     

    A combination of oily/dry skin means that certain areas deal with the dry features discussed in #2 while others deal with the oily features in #3. 

     

    People with combination skin need to have a skincare routine that is different based on the area being addressed as the relief for dry skin is not the relief for oily skin and vice versa. 

     

    Typically, if you have a combination of oily/dry skin you will notice patches of dry areas and areas that are excessively oily. You might also notice that your skin pores vary in size based on the location on your body, in particular your face. 

     

    Sensitive

     

    Sensitive skin is also genetic, but it can be caused by external factors such as medication. 

     

    This type of skin is extremely susceptible to irritation, redness, and other dermatological issues like blotchy skin, itchy sections, rashes, eczema, and even allergy-like symptoms.  

     

    People with sensitive skin often need specific body and hygiene products that are free of chemicals and certain ingredients. They also might need special detergents for fabric, clothes, and sheets. 

    Skin Health

     

    While skin type is primarily determined by your genetics, there are other factors that affect how your skin looks, feels, and functions:

    • Hygiene Habits
    • Hydration
    • Moisturizing Habits
    • Exposure to Sun
    • Exposure to Chemicals
    • Diet
    • Hormones
    • Medication 

    It’s also recommended to schedule routine appointments with a licensed Dermatologist to ensure that you have the correct skin hygiene routine in place.