5 Wonders a Cold Shower Can Do for Your Skin

We’re used to thinking that cold showers can give us a boost of energy and help wake us up in the morning. But showering in chilly water has a number of beauty benefits as well. Taking short showers with cold or mildly cold water is an easy go-to beauty trick that can have an incredible impact on your skin. We at Bright Side have done some research to find out how your skin can… Continue reading 5 Wonders a Cold Shower Can Do for Your Skin

6 Reasons Why Your Facial Hair Might Be Growing Faster

While most of us have fine, light hair covering our faces, some women may notice that this hair can be thicker and coarser. This condition is known as hirsutism, and women suffering from it have more visible excess body and facial hair. Although there are many ways to get rid of annoying hair on your face, being proactive and avoiding the factors that… Continue reading 6 Reasons Why Your Facial Hair Might Be Growing Faster

What Happens If You Stop Eating Sugar Altogether

Sugar is often the first thing we want to banish from our diet when we start eating healthy. But there are actually good sugars, such as sugarcane or those found in fruits and vegetables that can benefit your health and your looks. When consumed in moderation, good sugars can satisfy your sweet tooth, calm your nerves, and may even keep you from gaining… Continue reading What Happens If You Stop Eating Sugar Altogether

13 Health Problems the Moons on Your Nails Warn You About

If you look at your fingernails, you’ll notice light areas at the base. These are moons, or lunulae. Their change in color, shape, or size can indicate not only the presence of a disease but also the predisposition to it. Such diagnostics help you notice the problem in time and take action. Bright Side learned how to run diagnostics of your health with the help of lunulae. When… Continue reading 13 Health Problems the Moons on Your Nails Warn You About

7 Body Parts You’ve Been Cleaning Wrong Your Whole Life

There are about 2,368 bacterial species that live in belly buttons alone, probably more, and yet its hygiene is often neglected. Using a cotton swab to clean out your ear wax is actually dangerous and unnecessary. As it turns out, we’ve been cleaning our body parts the wrong way all along and doing more damage than good. Bright Side has found methods… Continue reading 7 Body Parts You’ve Been Cleaning Wrong Your Whole Life

9 Signs You’re Gluten Sensitive, and This Is Important to Know

Gluten is called a silent killer because it can cause chronic damage throughout the body. Sometimes the patient isn’t even aware of the consequences of gluten consumption. So, it’s better to check if your body has a gluten intolerance. 1. Problems with the gastrointestinal tract © pixabay.com Symptoms are mainly associated with the intestines: nausea, bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and even constipation. People often… Continue reading 9 Signs You’re Gluten Sensitive, and This Is Important to Know

7 Signs of Stress Your Body Is Showing You

It’s not always easy to sit down and say what’s bothering you. You might not even have time for that, or you might simply think that everything is perfect in your life. However, your body never lies, and when you fail to listen to it, you get “messages.” They tend to be unpleasant, but your body uses them as a last resort to reach out to you… Continue reading 7 Signs of Stress Your Body Is Showing You

9 Exercises That’ll Tighten Your Butt and Legs Without Going to the Gym

Not every girl is ready to go to the gym after work on a regular basis. Meanwhile, everyone wants to be healthy and fit. Don’t give up that easy — many exercises that trainers recommend can be performed at home. And you might be able to attain the same results by going to a gym, if you perform them regularly. 1. Spiderman pose When performing this exercise, the surface of the leg from the… Continue reading 9 Exercises That’ll Tighten Your Butt and Legs Without Going to the Gym

9 Body Features That Women of the 21st Century Should Stop Feeling Insecure About

According to statistics, 85% of people worldwide have low self-esteem. The experiment conducted by Dove has proven this to be true. An artist was asked to paint 2 portraits of the same woman: the first one according to her description of herself and the other one according to her description by a stranger. Eventually, the portrait revealed that the woman’s own description turned out less attractive than the other.… Continue reading 9 Body Features That Women of the 21st Century Should Stop Feeling Insecure About

9 Everyday Habits It’s Better Get Rid of as Soon as Possible

There’s a common belief that it takes 21 days for a habit to form. But scientists have proven that an average of 66 days is necessary in order to turn an action into something that you do without having to think about it. And getting rid of a habit that’s already been formed could take much longer. But it’s definitely worth considering which of your habits are healthy and which may be harmful. We at Bright… Continue reading 9 Everyday Habits It’s Better Get Rid of as Soon as Possible