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Expert-Approved Ways to Use Your LED Mask to Get Max Results

Expert-Approved Ways to Use Your LED Mask to Get Max Results

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Red light therapy face masks are all the rage thanks to beauty and wellness influencers on social media. Also known as LED masks, they use red, near-infrared or blue light at different wavelengths with claims that they can improve your skin’s appearance, boost collagen production and, if they have blue light, target acne.  The best part is that you can use these masks at home without setting foot in an aesthetician’s office. However, these LED masks aren’t cheap and only some are FDA-cleared, while others aren’t.  If you’re going to invest in an LED mask, it’s important to know how to use it correctly and what to look for when choosing the best one for your needs. I spoke with a dermatologist and plastic surgeon to learn the best way to use your LED light therapy mask, as well as any risks and benefits to consider. Where to include an LED mask in your skin care routine When you use red light therapy during your skin care regimen is important to get the best results. …

Kid-Tested, Expert-Approved BIPOC Board Books

Kid-Tested, Expert-Approved BIPOC Board Books

Published by José Betancourt

Book lovers with kids in their lives can’t help but be choosy about what books to place into the hands of young readers. We linger over fuzzy first memories of books, how they shaped our imaginations, how we thumbed through them time and time again, and how we lovingly and literally made our mark on them. I couldn’t wait to introduce my kids to books, and my husband and I got started right away reading aloud to our sleepy potatoes their very first days on Earth. One thing I knew for certain was that my babies would have access to a variety of BIPOC board books. Now, at two-and-a-half, they’re as vocal and opinionated about their home library as I am. It’s been fascinating and surprisingly freeing to let them take the wheel and see what lands. From the cheerful and mouth-watering jingle of Vincent Chen’s Hot Pot Night! to the relatable (for kids and caregivers) subject matter of Please, Baby, Please by Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee, here’s a brief selection of BIPOC …

How I boosted my portable solar panels’ power by up to 30% – 11 expert-approved tips

How I boosted my portable solar panels’ power by up to 30% – 11 expert-approved tips

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Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Positioning panels is key to the best output, as is keeping them clean. Test and care for your gear to ensure reliable solar power. Off-grid solar teaches balance: collect wisely, and consume carefully. Fixed solar panels on buildings are, well, fixed. They are installed and, more often than not, receive little to no attention until something goes wrong. Portable panels — or temporary panels, as I tend to think of them — are an entirely different matter. They thrust you into a space that blends science with ingenuity.  The sun becomes both a teacher and a lifeline, and every watt harvested stands as a testament to resilience, creativity, and the timeless romance of self-sufficiency. Also: How my portable wind turbine compares to solar panels – 2 years of testing later I’m not battling Mother Nature. I’m negotiating, or sometimes even begging: “Please give me some power so I can charge my phone to send that message back home… and do a …

Why your face is starting to sag – and expert-approved ways to ward off jowls

Why your face is starting to sag – and expert-approved ways to ward off jowls

Published by Daniella Wilson

Whether you’ve hit the age of 40 or have recently lost a significant amount of weight, you might have noticed your face losing definition.  You may even have spotted the beginning of ‘jowls’ – that sagging skin along the jawline that leads to those pesky marionette lines.  It’s perfectly natural, but how can you address this loss of elasticity in your skin when it happens and, importantly, how can you prevent it as early as possible?  We talked to an aesthetic doctor with more than 20 years of experience – Dr Moisés Amselem – and a pharmacist, Marta Munar, who is also founder of Madrid’s prestigious G19 Pharmacy, to clear up the myths and realities of sagging faces. Why does your jawline lose definition – and when does it start? “It’s often said that healthcare should be more preventative,” notes Dr Amselem. “Although sagging skin becomes much more noticeable after 40, we really ought to be thinking about it from about the age of 30 onwards to get ahead of it.”  Pharmaceutical expert Munar explains …

Expert-Approved Continuous Glucose Monitors to Track Your Glucose Daily

Expert-Approved Continuous Glucose Monitors to Track Your Glucose Daily

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Our Experts Written by  Mercey Livingston Written by  Nasha Addarich Martínez Article updated on February 4, 2026 at 6:01 AM PST Mercey Livingston CNET Contributor Mercey Livingston is a health and wellness writer and certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She’s written about fitness and wellness for Well+Good, Women’s Health, Business Insider, and Prevention.com among others. When not writing, she enjoys reading and trying out workout classes all over New York City. Nasha Addarich Martínez Managing Editor Nasha is a Managing Editor for CNET, overseeing our sleep and wellness verticals. She is a nutrition, mental health, fitness and sleep science enthusiast. Her passion for mindful and holistic practices transcends her personal life and profoundly influences her editorial approach, as she weaves evidence-based insights with practical advice to inspire readers to lead healthier, more balanced lives. Throughout her career, she’s covered various topics including financial services, technology, travel and wellness. Expertise Sleep | Mental health | Personal Care | Fitness | Nutrition | Medical | Wellness | Vitamins and Supplements | Vision Health | Longevity Credentials Sleep Science …