Few things ruin a night of sleep faster than waking up to pee in the middle of the night and turning on the blinding overhead light in your bathroom, jolting you awake and making it nearly impossible to fall back asleep once you're done. The same can be said for having to turn on the hallway light so you don't fall down the stairs in the dark when all you want is a midnight snack.
Nota bene: All products in this article are independently selected and vetted by InsideHook editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. I remember thinking when I first started doing reformer pilates back in 2021, "If only I could have one of these in my home." I didn't think it was possible to be able to do leg circles in the middle of my living room, in the same way I thought it would be kinda crazy to own my favorite machine at the gym (the Adductor/Abductor machine, naturally).
From hot apple cider to baked goods in the oven, there's a candle for every fall scent. As much of a sucker as I am for fragrant candles, several years ago I decided to cut down on my candle spending. While my grandma's olla aromática recipes can compete with any high-end candle (and win), I don't always have the time to leave a pot simmering on the stove all day.
I love them all, but one of the tinier packages I've been sent has had by far the most profound impact on me as a veteran professional sleep product and mattress tester-the humble eye mask from Manta Sleep. The Manta Sleep Mask has changed my sleep routine for the better, and Prime Big Deal Days brings the price down by 20 percent.
At age 19, Chase Skylar DeMayo had a heart attack when an air bubble accidentally got into his IV at Langley Air Force Base hospital in Virginia, causing his heart to stop for a few minutes. During his near-death experience in 2008, DeMayo said he felt himself float upward, surrounded by light, and entered a vibrant garden with colors brighter than anything on Earth.
Sun cream. We all know the importance of slathering it on during a beach holiday, but how many of us commit to year-round daily use? For areas of the body that are continually exposed, such as your face, neck and hands, committing to a daily dose of SPF can help stave off the effects of cumulative UV exposure. Telltale signs such as dark spots and wrinkles are key indicators. Annoyingly, UV radiation is present year-round even during winter and on cold or cloudy days.
In 2011, I had weight loss surgery. It was very successful, and I've managed to keep the weight off. Of course, a lot of people think I took the easy way to lose weight, but surgery is not a miracle cure, just a tool. My current problem is actually keeping my weight up where my doctor (not the weight-loss doctor) wants it.
Thomas Heatherwick has turned his attention from grand architectural gestures to the intimate space of the bedroom, collaborating with British lighting brand Tala on Wake, a sleep light designed to combat our screen-obsessed bedtime habits. The partnership between Heatherwick Studio and Tala represents a three-year journey into the intersection of design, wellness, and technology. The result is a bedside lamp that functions as both functional lighting and a circadian sleep aid, crafted from hand-glazed ceramic and pressed glass with an undulating form that mimics natural sunrise and sunset patterns.
When it comes to collagen - how do you take yours? There are parties where people even drink shots of the anti-ageing supplement, often followed by a hefty tequila - though the latter is probably not recommended in the quest for youthful, peachy skin. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, and forms the scaffolding that helps maintain the structural integrity of our skin and musculoskeletal system.
Its biggest claim to fame is Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony Orchestra's summer home, which draws audiences for a wide range of performances, from classical concerts to popular guest artists. Theater lovers, though, often head to Shakespeare & Company, a long-running festival with a busy calendar of plays, while readers and history buffs make time for The Mount, Edith Wharton's former estate.
For families across the Middle East, it's more than soap - it's a medicine powerhouse. Used on skin, hair, and even clothes, it soothes dryness, calms eczema, and deeply cleanses without being too harsh on the skin. Its earthy, herbal scent and simple formula speak of tradition and simplicity; just a few natural ingredients, trusted for generations to nourish, protect, and heal. It's also an incredible skin softener.
A few years back, the online wellness world got obsessed with a bold claim: 95% of adults over the age of 30 will never sprint again. It's the internet, so of course this concept came from nowhere and was impossible to verify. On my end, I used it as an excuse to write a big "how to reach top speed again" guide, which you can read here. (Please don't blow a hamstring.)
Motivation dips don't always look dramatic. Sometimes they're subtle shifts that build over time. You might notice: Procrastinating more than usual, even on simple tasks Feeling disconnected from your work's purpose or impact Going through the motions without much enthusiasm Struggling to concentrate or bring energy to conversations Finding it harder to celebrate achievements Feeling more reactive than proactive in your role
Here, Nicole Polizzi - aka Snooki - shares her mind-clearing self-care ritual, fave feel-good workout, and modern-day "GTL." During her years on MTV's Jersey Shore, Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi spent many evenings getting ready for the club alongside her female castmates, layering foundation, eyeliner, and gloss over their freshly tanned faces. A few hours later, that makeup would inevitably be smudged by tears and sweat.
On the days you feel crummy, you won't have the energy to create any elixirs or health-supporting concoctions - which is all the more reason why you should act preemptively. You can prepare an immunity-boosting ginger shot to put back the next time a whisper of any illness strikes by following wellness coach, Miriam Hahn's recipe for ginger root wellness shots. The feel-good recipe requires only two ingredients and can be made ahead of time.
