Their recent spice release is no different. The Mushroom and Company Multipurpose Umami Seasoning Blend is made from a divine mixture of kosher salt, dried porcini and white button mushrooms, dried onion, mustard seed, red and black pepper, and thyme. Once you taste it, you’re going to want to sprinkle it on everything, which is convenient considering how flexible its flavor profile is. What Is Umami? Umami is often referred to as the fifth taste (in addition to sweet, salty, sour, and bitter)....

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While we appreciate impeccable luxury cosmetics that accomplish exactly what they promise, we don’t always love the price tag that accompanies them. That’s why we love this time of year. Starting today through Cyber Monday, (November 28) you can score 20 percent off during Ilia Beauty’s sitewide Black Friday sale using code WONDERLAND at checkout. Whether you’re knocking some holiday shopping off your list or are looking to upgrade your makeup bag and skincare shelf, Ilia Beauty has you covered with conscious formulas backed by SPF....

Enter: face-lifting patches, i.e. face tape, which essentially create the illusion of a facelift without actually having to go under the knife. It’s an appealing alternative with seemingly promising results, but the long-term ramifications are questionable. We spoke with two dermatologists to learn more about the non-invasive, at-home wrinkle-reducing practice to get their thoughts. First, what are wrinkles and why do we get them? Wrinkles, i.e. lines and creases on your skin, are a natural by-product of aging....

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