With the influx of new viral kitchen gadgets, it can be easy to forget the tried-and-true tools people have sworn by for years. That seems to be the case with this powerful but lightweight MasterChef immersion blender, which, according to our price trackers, is on a rare sale at closer to 17% off. After trying it for the first time, shopper Linda wrote, “How did I go this far in life (54) and not own this???? Love it!!” While longtime immersion blender users call it “more powerful” and easier to maintain than others they’ve owned. Whether you’re new to immersion blenders or hoping to replace one, the MasterChef version is a solid option — especially when it’s under $24.

With a detachable, dishwasher-safe blender head, shoppers say it’s easy to store, but more importantly, it’s “easy to use, easy to clean.”

Whether you’re making soups, purees, smoothies, sauces or more, this gadget can blend it all — without dirtying extra dishes or appliances. Some say this appliance saves them time when cooking (always a plus in our book), ensuring
“sauces and soups [are] perfect every time.” “It’s so easy to use and does a great job,” one wrote. “The blade is sharp and is the perfect size for making things like milkshakes or blending cottage cheese to add to things to increase protein intake.”

Another shopper who spent a while looking for a budget-friendly immersion blender writes that this one is “lightweight” while still being “powerful enough to handle soups with lots of hearty veggies.”

The tool works on hard and soft food alike, “even frozen solid fruit,” one writes — with straightforward speed control on the handle to ensure the perfect texture.

A licensed “MasterChef” product, the 400W motor gives you serious, almost professional kitchen power, while still being easy enough to use in a home kitchen. “I blended the potatoes in my soup because I’m impatient, and it only took a couple seconds,” one wrote. “It about knoked me over until i noticed the min/max adjustment.”

A reviewer making homemade tomato basil soup said the tool “…did a fabulous job blending all of the goodness together.” Meanwhile, Jen. C calls it “much more convenient than pouring the soup into a blender.” “Bonus is the detachable head that takes up little space in the dishwasher,” they said.

Shopper James bought this tool, replacing one they’ve had for over 30 years. “I’m glad I did, love this one,” they said. “It’s more powerful, allows the food to flow through the blades with ease…The cleanup is easy since the unit detaches from the motor. Great deal!”

“After going from a cheap one to this, it’s night and day,” shopper John said. “…The blade guard doesn’t have the cut-outs, so you don’t have to clean the entire kitchen after every use,” another wrote, comparing it to their previous one that broke (and made messes).

“Bought as a gift and my son-in-law said ‘best gift ever,’” Mamrox said. “It wasn’t on their wish list but I know they make smoothies etc and thought it’d come in handy. I’d say it was a real winner!!”

Reviewers love this handy tool for making daily cooking go a little smoother. Read more 5-star reviews and grab one for yourself on sale.

“How did I go this far in life (54) and Not own this???? Love it!!excellent quality and power and value! Functionality great and easy to clean!” — Linda sym

“my wife absolutely loves this immersion blender. it’s so easy to use and does a great job. the blade is sharp and is the perfect size for making things like milkshakes or blending cottage cheese to add to things to increase her protein intake. it’s easy to detach the blade and throw it in the dishwasher for cleaning or just rinse off in the sink carefully” — Ashley S

“Perfect kitchen tool. This is a great tool to have. I use it all the time. Love the detachable battery, easy to charge, lots of power, convenient for my cooking and prep needs.” — Motty Chen

“Remember the one with the German-sounding name we all fell in love with about 18 months ago. The one wit the little plastic part on the attachment that broke. Well this one replaces it. This has the same weight & balance, the blade guard doesn’t have the cut-outs so you don’t have to clean the entire kitchen after every use, same two buttons, speed adjustment on top, all stainless, etc. Most important, the head & wand attach with a more positive feel. The way the tiny shaft fits into the head/motor is much more robust. Great replacement” — Keith D

Looking for other under-$30 kitchen gadgets you’ll use all the dang time? Check out these three favs, courtesy of HuffPost Shopping.

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You probably don’t need an expert to tell you that alcohol messes with your body, especially when you’re well past your college years. Alcohol can make you more anxious as you age, for example (hello, “hangxiety”) and just generally make you feel worse — including more tired.

If a night out is starting to lead to a night in much quicker than usual, or drinking isn’t fun anymore because you feel sleepy instead of silly, you’re not alone — and there’s a scientific reason.

Ahead, addiction experts share why drinking alcohol is more likely to make you feel tired when you’re older, other effects you might notice and when they typically show up.

We’re looking at one main answer here.

“Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, and the brain becomes more sensitive to its sedating effects with age,” said Dr. Urvi Natha, a licensed clinical psychologist with Oro Recovery and the founder of Shanti Recovery and Wellness.

That’s because of changes in body composition. “As we age, lean body mass and total body water decrease, leaving less volume in which alcohol can distribute,” said Dr. Amy Swift, a psychiatrist and the deputy medical officer at Silver Hill Hospital.

This starts earlier than you might guess, too.

“Starting around age 30, we lose about 3% to 8% of our lean muscle mass each decade,” said Dr. James Sherer, an addiction psychiatrist and network medical director at Hackensack Meridian Health Addiction Service. “Fat tissue then replaces the lost muscle mass.”

If you think the tiredness may make it easier for you to fall asleep, not so fast. To make matters worse, even though you’re sleepy, you probably won’t sleep well. Talk about a double-whammy.

“While alcohol might make you pass out, it destroys sleep quality by blocking REM (rapid eye movement) and deep restorative sleep,” Sherer explained. “Because natural sleep architecture already becomes lighter and more fragmented as we age, adding alcohol guarantees you will wake up exhausted, irritable and physically fatigued.” (Side note: “Junk sleep” or fragmented sleep is also linked to 172 diseases.)

There’s also the fact that older individuals may be more likely to have additional health issues or take more medications.

“Medications, sleep apnea and other medical conditions can compound the problem,” said Dr. Lucas Trautman, an addiction psychiatrist with American Addiction Center.

He recalled patients reporting they slept a full seven or eight hours after drinking, but still waking up exhausted.

“Alcohol may facilitate unconsciousness, but unconsciousness and healthy sleep are not physiologically equivalent,” he said.

Feeling extra tired isn’t the only complication you’ll notice. As mentioned earlier, anxiety is a major one. Doctors also listed the following:

• Alcohol can worsen high blood sugar.

• Taking more medications means more possible interactions with the alcohol. This could contribute to increased drowsiness, dizziness or the medicine being less effective, to name a few examples.

• You may continue to lose sight of the severity of your drinking.

• You’re more likely to notice cognitive effects, particularly with balance and memory. The former contributes to a higher risk of falls and fractures.

• The aftereffects can be more pronounced and disruptive the following day.

• Alcohol can affect multiple parts of the body in multiple ways, such as contributing to dehydration, worsening GERD and triggering atrial fibrillation. It’s also a carcinogen.

There’s no particular age when you’ll notice those shifts, experts say. Plus, other factors are still at play, like body composition, health profile, gender and what you ate that day.

However, Swift has noticed that people in their 40s typically find that alcohol “goes to their head” more quickly, and she noted that physiology backs that up. Sherer has heard of people experiencing this as early as their mid-30s.

Natha added that different life stages can bring different effects from alcohol. Generally speaking — and unfortunately — you’ll notice the tiredness worsen. She said that young adults can recover from that most quickly, then middle-agers, then older adults.

Even for young adults, these side effects can be problematic, though.

“A younger adult may tolerate dehydration and a disrupted night of sleep and still function reasonably well the following day, [but] that does not mean the alcohol had no biological effect,” Trautman clarified.

Sherer spoke more about the effects that middle-aged people often experience. “People in this age bracket often report that drinking makes them immediately sleepy, and the lingering fatigue from disrupted sleep lasts well into the workweek,” he said. “This is when the infamous ‘two-day hangover’ appears.”

Trautman added that those individuals are more likely to notice impaired concentration, irritability, fatigue and reduced exercise performance.

By the time you reach your 60s and 70s, Sherer said, alcohol “functions heavily as a sedative,” and your aging body “simply cannot process” as much alcohol safely. Trautman noted “a more consequential effect” on balance, reaction time, blood pressure, cognition and medical safety.

These age-related changes show up when people are getting sober from alcohol, too.

“In addiction treatment, this contrast can be striking,” Swift said. “A 20-year-old drinking 10 beers daily may show little evidence of withdrawal, while a 60-year-old drinking a bottle of wine each day may require medically supervised withdrawal management.”

So, while it may be annoying, it’s true: Alcohol has worsening effects on the body as we get older. It’s just not worth it.

“While our drinking habits may stay the same, as we age, their impact on our bodies grows more profound,” Natha concluded.

Don’t fall into the trap of thinking you’re “too young” for it, however.

“I have seen severe consequences of alcohol use disorder in people who are remarkably young,” Trautman said. “I have treated patients in their mid-30s who already had liver failure and other advanced medical complications related to alcohol. That clinical reality challenges the idea that serious alcohol-related disease develops only in old age or only after many decades of drinking.”

Need help with substance use disorder or mental health issues? In the U.S., call 800-662-HELP (4357) for the SAMHSA National Helpline.

As the seasons change, you may find your skin’s needs changing too. With fall approaching, a dry, parched complexion is a common symptom — but one that can be remedied with effective but affordable over-the-counter ingredients, like hyaluronic acid. Used in both high-end and affordable skin care serums, it’s a water-attracting ingredient that can help retain moisture in even the most withered skin, making it a fabulous option for anyone who wants to up their hydration game. Luckily for those of us in need, the Good Molecules brand has an extremely highly rated hyaluronic acid serum that’s currently on a rare sale of 20% off at Amazon and Ulta, making it less than $5. You heard us right.

While it’s not a replacement for your moisturizer, many say it’s your moisturizer’s favorite side kick, helping ensure your skin gets allllll the good stuff. “…After I started using this on top of my CeraVe moisturizer, I noticed a huge difference,” one shopper wrote. “My skin became much softer, smoother, and more hydrated, and I even started to notice a healthy glow.”

With a 4.7-star overall rating on Amazon, it’s a favorite among skin care enthusiasts thanks to its long-lasting formulation that features two different kinds of hyaluronic acid. It can help to smooth and plump skin, leaving it moisturized, firm and glowy. HuffPost Shopping editor Marquaysa Battle speaks very highly of this nourishing serum. “An aesthetician deemed my skin severely dehydrated a month ago and recommended I add hyaluronic acid serum to my skin care routine immediately,” she said.

“I’d already been trying the one by CeraVe but it obviously wasn’t working. So, a friend recommended I switch to Good Molecule’s hyaluronic acid serum instead and it literally changed my skin on the very first use. It has more slip than the one from CeraVe, doesn’t irritate my skin, a little goes a long way and it’s literally the singular secret weapon that stopped the rest of my skincare routine from becoming wholly obsolete this winter. My once parched, tight face now has its bounce and glow back. I’m buying this on repeat!”

The Good Molecules hyaluronic acid serum is gentle enough to use daily both morning and night and will pair beautifully with the rest of your skin care routine. It’s good for all skin types and is vegan, gluten-, fragrance- and cruelty-free. Because it’s so gentle and versatile, it’s adored by users with mature skin and who deal with dry, irritated skin.

“I love the way it makes my face and neck feel [and] that means a lot coming from a 51 year old women with mature skin,” one wrote. “This stuff plumps up my crows feet and makes me look 10 years younger,” another wrote. “Absorbs quickly and doesn’t slough off my foundation. A great bargain.”

Another reviewer, who says their daughter is an esthetician, writes the serum is “doing absolute wonders for my dry skin.”

“My daughter is an esthetician and was always complaining about my dry face, so she bought me this brand to try out,” they wrote. “I apply it twice a day, and during my last facial, she officially confirmed that my skin looks so much better! If an esthetician notices the difference, you know it works.”

Join legions of devoted reviewers (along with our very own shopping editor) and grab a bottle for yourself to find out why shoppers keep purchasing this beauty over and over again.

“My Hyaluronic Acid was delivered on time and the bottle was In perfect condition. The serum goes on smooth it’s not tacky or sticky once it dries I can put my makeup on and it looks perfect. I love the way it makes my face and neck feel that means a lot coming from a 51 year old women with mature skin will definitely buy again.” — Jenniffer B.

“This stuff plumps up my crows feet and makes me look 10 years younger. Absorbs quickly and doesn’t slough off my foundation. A great bargain.” — Kindle Costomer

“This moisturizer is doing absolute wonders for my dry skin. My daughter is an esthetician and was always complaining about my dry face, so she bought me this brand to try out. I apply it twice a day, and during my last facial, she officially confirmed that my skin looks so much better! If an esthetician notices the difference, you know it works.” — Kim

“Amazing product with great results. I was really skeptical for the price, but I have an amazing esthetician who, because of her own health issues, has to look for clean products with particular standards. After my hydrodermabrasion, I asked for some face product suggestions for maintenance and makeup. This was one of them— I couldn’t believe the quality for the price. Within two days, I started seeing results— so much so I’ve gone without makeup which isn’t usual for me. My skin looks brighter, hydrated, and healthier. I will definitely keep using.” — Whitney Duval

“The Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum is a great product for those who are in need of a hyaluronic acid serum in a budget! I have really oily skin and my face doesn’t feel stripped when I add this alongside my creamy toner. Overall, it doesn’t hurt to try this product as it is in the budget side as well as clean ingredients with full transparency! (P.S. I’ve bought more than 3 bottles ever since!)” — Czar Ryan Paloma

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Mobility, flexibility and balance are major components of living a long, healthy lifestyle, according to various studies and experts who’ve previously spoken with HuffPost. If you’re not intentional about training, these can all decline with age. Luckily, we found a tool that so many reviewers say has helped with all three of these core pillars of longevity, and it’s beloved by everyone from people in their 70s to desk workers and Pilates lovers. It’s “GREAT for opening up tight” muscles and backs and correcting poor posture. Hit the on-page coupon and grab it for the lowest price possible.

This sturdy yoga stick is helping a lot of people out with poor posture, tight muscles and restoring balance. As one reviewer notes, it’s a “solid addition to the mobility toolkit.”

Folks are relying on this dowel to better balance their body while performing body weight exercises, like squats and beginner yoga positions. One user in particular actually says that they can’t currently perform a squat, but this tool is helping them with stability! It’s also helping older users with motion exercises, alignment drills and rehab support.

“I love these mobility sticks,” raves one reviewer. “I teach a group of women via a Zoom class 4 days a week, and we use these poles for lateral lunges, hip hinges, and a variety of things. They are SUPER sturdy, easy to assemble or disassemble if you need to shorten them. I have two of them, but normally we just use one for workout. But if you have someone who is older, or needs a bit more assistance from two poles, they are handy!”

“The stick has a nice amount of padding, which makes it comfortable to grip and lean into during stretches or balance work,” says another reviewer. “For me, this has been especially important because I have stage 4 osteoarthritis in my right hip. While I can’t give medical advice, I can say from experience that this stick has provided a ton of stability, making movements feel safer and more controlled.”

If you’re not sure what stretches you can pull off with this tool, the stick comes packaged with a useful guide to learn new stretches, yoga routines and mobility exercises. One shopper recommends looking up dowel drills on YouTube for more.

This yoga stick is highly practical, letting you adjust its length to three different sizes: 30.7 inches, 45 inches or 59.2 inches. Each length is made for different body types and stretches, with the shorter length best for gentle shoulder stretching and the longest for full-body flexibility drills and Pilates. It comes in four pieces that you can screw to build together.

Unlike similar options on the market, this stick is made from steel instead of wooden, ensuring both durability and stability. It’s padded with foam to keep the pressure against your body gentle and comfortable, plus it doubles as a sweat-absorber. The wrapping also helps with grip, so you won’t have to worry much about dropping it in use.

“highly portable as it comes in 4 separate pieces which will fit in a large tote bag or small carry-on bag for air travel. This is a great device for support posture drills and controlled stretching. I would recommend this product and I would purchase it again.”

This adjustable yoga stick is only $25, and it’s a truly useful gem that many say is as great for rehab as it is for balance practice. Check out more user reviews below and grab a stick for yourself to work on your posture, tightness and more!

“The RAWAILD Yoga Stick turned out to be surprisingly sturdy, even for a bigger guy like me. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the build quality is genuinely solid and gives a lot of confidence during use. It’s also super easy to put together — the pieces fit cleanly, and the whole setup takes just a minute.
The stick has a nice amount of padding, which makes it comfortable to grip and lean into during stretches or balance work. For me, this has been especially important because I have stage 4 osteoarthritis in my right hip. While I can’t give medical advice, I can say from experience that this stick has provided a ton of stability, making movements feel safer and more controlled.
Because of that added support, I’m actually able to do some exercises again that I had stopped doing. It’s been a helpful tool for regaining mobility and confidence in my workouts.
Overall, the RAWAILD Yoga Stick is well‑made, supportive, and easy to use — a great choice if you need extra stability or want a simple tool to help you stay active.” — EinOTown

“If you need more mobility in your life, if you feel chronic tension in your shoulders and your back is stiff from too much sitting or poor posture – this RAWAILD YOGA STICK will be helpful. Use it a few minutes everyday and feel the stiffness loosen and disappear. The stick arrives nicely packed in 3 pieces – each part screws into the next piece to make a long 5 ft pole. It’s padded and has a comfortable no slip grip. it’s very sturdy. There is a basic exercise manual that is included , but I found going on YOUTUBE and searching “stretching with a pole” will show you many videos of stretching and workouts. Choose the one that appeals to you. I use this pole outside on grass or inside on a yoga mat.The ends are plastic and would be a little slippery on tile or hardwood. But it’s great on a yoga mat. I chose the Orange color because it was the cheapest at the time. There are several colors to choose from. All in all this is a great mobility tool.” — Mandy04

“I got this yoga stretching stick not only for myself, but, I also wanted something my 75-year-old mother could safely use for gentle stretching and balance work. It’s been great for both of us. The adjustable length is really helpful because we can each set it to what feels comfortable and supportive for our different stretching needs.
The stick feels sturdy and secure when using it, which is important when you’re relying on it for balance or deeper stretches. The twist-lock connection holds firmly and doesn’t feel loose or wobbly during use. The foam grip is also very comfortable and easy to hold, even during longer stretching sessions.
We’ve mainly used it for shoulder, back and posture stretches, and it’s been especially helpful for encouraging slow, controlled movements. It’s simple to put together, lightweight enough to handle easily, and convenient to store when not in use.
Overall, this is a well-made and practical stretching tool that works well for different ages and flexibility levels. It’s been a helpful addition to our daily stretching routines and I feel reassured that mom has something to hold onto for balance..” — Linda T.

If you’ve noticed your balance worsening with age, consider grabbing one of these expert-recommended tools from previous HuffPost coverage.

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I keep reading about guilt-ridden older people clearing their houses of clutter so when they die, their kids won’t have to face that terrible task. The digital magazine NextAvenue recently published, “Sorry, Your Kids Don’t Want Your Stuff” and admonished the boomers to make a clean sweep.

We elders are even advised not to accumulate any more things because of the burden this may prove to our children.

For instance, an in-law of mine once refused to buy a small sculpture she loved because, “What will the kids do with it?” She lived another 10 years: a decade when she could have enjoyed that piece every day.

Why are we so concerned with the possessions we will leave behind and how our heirs will dispose of them? If the things we own give us innocent pleasure (no one is injured by our appreciation) — why not just hang onto them?

Your heirs may not see the need for all seven volumes of “Remembrance of Things Past,” and you may never open a single one of those books again, but if it gives you satisfaction to see them on your shelf (oh, what a reader you once were!), keep each and every volume! Similarly, don’t give away all the rocks or pennants or Christmas tree ornaments you’ve collected in your travels just to spare your heirs — not if those minerals and trinkets make you smile. And, who knows, your kids may end up vying for the best ornaments.

What about the 12 vases you’ve somehow acquired? Of course, they’ll never hold flowers all at once, but if you like the look of the sun shining through them when they’re empty … just keep them!

But what if those boxes in the attic or basement truly weigh on your contentment? If that’s the case, then by all means deal with them, perhaps with a friend — sort them into the usual three piles: keep, give away, trash.

However, if you scarcely give those boxes a thought, why start now? Even if you never look at your cartons of old letters or shoes, it doesn’t mean you must discard them. There are more important things to think about and do. Who has the time or inclination for a thorough inventory and purge? If it was fun to do, you’d have done it long ago.

Don’t be guilt-tripped into the anxiety of surfeit!

But the children! Oh, how will those sensitive souls deal with all your things? Let’s shield them from this dreadful burden. Let’s all engage in Swedish Death Cleaning and examine every object we own to see if it still has value to us. How our heirs will extoll us!

By now they may be well into middle age, so these are not irresponsible youngsters who will fall apart if asked to make some choices. No, these are mature individuals who will probably find it a lot easier than you to decide what to keep of yours and what to discard. So, to use a popular Instagram philosophy, “Let them!”

Think of how much you’ve put into raising them to the responsible maturity they now enjoy! How you took them to their sports practices and orthodonture appointments and playdates! How you chose the best schools and camps and colleges for them — and how much this all cost.

If they spend a couple of weeks going through the contents of your house, I don’t think it’s such a big deal. They may discover interesting things from the past, such as their grandfather’s master’s thesis or their mother’s collection of belts. If they are siblings, they may find themselves talking about their parents in new ways as they go through their possessions.

The siblings in Ann Patchett’s latest novel “Whistler” become closer as they go through their parents’ things, and they even spot a locked box containing antique watches and diamonds behind a loose brick. Being in the family house and sorting through the family belongings may help the bereaved process their grief. And adult children may get to know their parents even better than before.

If it’s all just too much for the so-called “kids,” they can aways hire a company to clear out the house, and you can make a provision for this in your will, if you think it’s for the best. It’s not that expensive — perhaps a couple thousand dollars.

So enjoy what you have — the knickknacks on the mantlepiece, the feather boa in its box, even if that’s where it always stays — if the mere thought of it makes you happy. So, perhaps, do those white ice skates you will never use again, though you once glided fearlessly over the ice in them — and maybe your granddaughter will, too. That is the hope: that your things will have new life with your progeny, and that some things will bring them pleasure, too.

For now, take the weight off yourself. Relax amid your friendly clutter. Remember: You don’t have to do anything about your things!

Catherine Hiller’s weekly Substack newsletter is “The Pleasure Principle.” She is writing a book about pleasure for those over 50 as well as a humor book about old age. Her pioneering memoir, “Just Say Yes: A Marijuana Memoir,” was recently reissued in a 10th-anniversary edition. Her most recent novel, “Cybill Unbound,” is about the sexual adventures of an older woman. Hiller is also the author of a short story collection, “Skin,” which John Updike called “Good, brave, and joyful fiction,” and five other novels. Short pieces have appeared in the New York Times Sunday Review, AARP Magazine, Ms., the Girlfriend, NextTribe, the Westchester Review and the Antioch Review. She is co-producer of the documentary film “Paul Bowles: The Complete Outsider.”

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If you’ve been around the skin care block, you may already know about PDRN, the buzzy, salmon sperm-derived ingredient popularized by Korean skin care. In previous reporting, dermatologists have spoken about the effects, from smoothing the appearance of wrinkles to brightening skin, so when we spotted luxury K-Beauty brand Rejuran’s c-PDRN serum on a rare sale, we jumped at the chance to cover it. Made with c-PDRN, a form of PDRN designed for topical use, it’s a soothing, smoothing serum that reviewers agree is “truly the best out there” and “worth the money!” The price is lower than usual today when you hit that on-page coupon for a sweet 15% off.

Fragrance-free and fast-absorbing, reviewers credit this lightweight serum with making their skin firmer, more even-toned and “feeling like a baby’s butt.”

As skin experts have previously told HuffPost, “PDRN has been shown to accelerate repair of damaged skin and promote new tissue growth. It also boosts hydration in the skin, promotes cellular turnover and reduces hyperpigmentation.” In addition to this powerhouse ingredient, the serum contains aloe extract, glycerin, niacinamide and other ingredients intended to boost firmness, hydration and radiance.

The brand says the formula is gentle enough to use twice daily, and recommends applying it after cleansing and toning your skin. “I’ve been using it under my moisturizer, and it’s been making my skin feel so much better,” Lauren writes, calling the serum “great for mature skin.” “My moisturizer seems to be able to do its job better and longer.”

Reviewers call the serum “healing & soothing,” helping “dry, cranky, mature skin” feel “soft, supple and moisturized for hours.”

Many reviewers with mature skin speak to the serum’s anti-aging properties. “I am a woman in my fifties with some sagging, dark spots and uneven tone in a few spots. I use this daily, and my face looks incredibly smooth, like glass,” one wrote, adding that it “makes me happy to look in the mirror.”

“My complexion looks brighter, and it also helped reduce the appearance of neck wrinkles with regular use,” another said, saying it “helped with neck wrinkles” in particular.

Another shopper writes the serum is “more like a potent magic potion for rejuvenating the texture of the skin.” “Worry lines and the like have begun to fade far from view, and a supple glow of invigoration has left my once tired skin, tired-looking no more,” they said. “Talk about your fresh start! The real deal!”

And fans say the sleek bottle feels “like something from a high-end spa” — making it even more of an experience to use.

“Yes, it’s expensive, but the results make it worth every penny,” Ashe writes. “After just a few weeks of using it morning and night, my skin feels incredibly hydrated, plump, and has that coveted glass-like glow that looks healthy and radiant.”

Others speak to the compliments they’ve been getting since adding the serum to the rotation, as the serum has brought “a clear improvement in fine lines and overall skin tone.”

“Friends have commented that my skin looks fresher and younger, which is always the best kind of skincare compliment,” another user said.

Shoppers love this PDRN serum for keeping their skin feeling soft and supple. Read more 5-star reviews and grab a bottle on sale.

“This rich serum is more like a potent magic potion for rejuvenating the texture of the skin. Impurities once riddled along my face and neckline now have a healing property attached to their appearance. Worry line and the likes, have begun to fade far from view, and a supple glow of invigoration has left my once tire skin, tired looking no more. Talk about your fresh start! The real deal!” — M. Smith

“This is my second time using the Rejuran product, and i’m once again very impressed. Right after application, I feel a noticeable tightening effect, which gives my skin an immediate sense of firmness. With continued use, I’ve seen visible improvement in wrinkles and overall skin texture. My skin feels smoother and more lifted, which makes me confident that I’ll remain a long term user. If there’s one downside, it’s the small amount of product – I wish it came in a larger size. Still I’m extremely satisfied with the results.” — Hannah

“This really works for face smoothing. I am a woman in my fifties with some sagging, dark spots and uneven tone in a few spots. I use this daily and my face looks incredibly smooth, like glass. I noticed a difference after the first application. I will admit to not having tried any comparisons but I don’t feel the need. After using this product daily for 2+ months, there is no sign of increased elasticity to help with sagging, even with micro needling. It’s okay, I’m realistic. Yes, I will continue to use this product, it makes me happy to look in the mirror.” — Tonya

“I have sensitive skin but it delivers noticeable improvements in smoothness and radiance. It deeply hydrates and plumps the skin, reducing wrinkles, scars, and dark spots” — JPJP

“This is my first time using Rejuran skincare products and wow… what a transformation! My skin has never looked this good. I’ve noticed a huge difference in texture, glow, and firmness. I’ve even been getting so many compliments—people have literally asked me if I got Botox! (I haven’t!) All the credit goes to these wonderful Rejuran products. They truly deliver what they promise. I’m honestly amazed at how much my skin has improved. I 100% recommend Rejuran to anyone looking for real results. Love it! 💖✨” — Rosa

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While hot flashes and irregular periods may be the most common signs of menopause, one lesser-discussed symptom may be causing you just as much strife, and, according to double board-certified gynecologist and Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology at Weill Cornell Medicine, Dr. Kecia Gaither, it’s a discomfort you shouldn’t ignore.

“Vaginal dryness in menopause is typically related to decreasing amounts of estrogen in a person’s body, which makes vaginal tissue thinner, less elastic, and less able to produce lubrication,” Gaither said.

This ultimately leads to the burning, itching, and uncomfortable urinary symptoms you may be experiencing, as well as painful intercourse.

Other experts previously said that prolonged dryness can increase the risk of recurrent UTIs and potentially light bleeding. Additionally, they told us that, with menopause, vaginal pH rises, which disrupts the healthy lactobacilli that normally help protect the area.

Gaither said that there is no universal best choice for treating vaginal and vulvar dryness. According to her, the choice is individualized and depends on factors such as duration and purpose needed and whether it causes irritation or not. However, she said a practical non-prescription starting point may be to use a vaginal moisturizer and a lubricant for intercourse.

“They can additionally be used alongside a prescription regimen when symptoms are more significant,” she said. According to Gaither, prescription options can include items like low-hormone creams, insertable rings, and oral medications.

Gaither didn’t name any specific brands or over-the-counter products, however, she did provide some general guidance on what to look for and what not to. Take a look at some of the options that we chose based on her advice below.

As always, you should speak to your own medical provider before using any of the products below.

The experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse the products ahead unless otherwise noted.

Without being too, ahem, cheeky, your foundation is literally the base of a fully made-up face, so it’s extra important to find one that works for your skin. If you’re looking for something with superior coverage that still feels lightweight and natural-looking, it may be time to try Lancôme’s Teint Idole full-coverage foundation, especially when it’s a rare sale 25% off — dropping it to the lowest price on the internet right now as an exclusive Amazon deal. People of all skin types adore it, but reviewers with mature skin especially call it the best foundation they’ve ever tried, celebrating how light it feels while still offering a “beautiful, matte finish,” smoothing out wrinkles and other texture issues, gliding over discoloration, minimizing the look of pores and more.

Coming in 55 shades, reviewers love how the formula glides on “like butter.”

Made with hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and Moringa oil (a government-studied anti-inflammatory ingredient), this fragrance-free foundation walks the line between makeup and skin care, giving you hydration and nourishment in addition to smooth color. It’s designed to be water-, sweat- and transfer-proof and humidity-resistant, with up to 24-hour stay power, while still feeling light on the skin and not drying you out.

Users say the impressive shade range feels “inclusive and thoughtfully formulated,” with one writing, “no weird gray or orange undertones in the deeper shades…It enhances my complexion without masking it.” Plus, the brand says it has added SPF (though it doesn’t list what number), giving you a little extra skin protection, too.

Whether you apply it with your fingers, a sponge or a brush, one shopper calls the formula the “perfect consistency,” noting it “applies smoothly on the skin, it’s not too runny, and not too thick.” Others love how it feels truly buildable, meaning you can apply “a thin layer for around-the-house days,” or add “a layer on layer for a night out.” Because it’s so smooth on, Jenny writes it’s an “excellent product for large pores,” adding, “I have tried many others to decrease the size of my pores. However, this is the only product I can find that helps.”

Reviewers, particularly those with mature skin, celebrate that it doesn’t “dry my face or hide in the wrinkles” — even after all-day wear.

A 57-year-old shopper writes, “I apply this foundation in the early AM (I work in an elementary school) and after all that movement and chaos, it still looks great on my way home.” Another reviewer with mature skin wrote that they were initially hesitant to try the foundation, fearing it would emphasize lines. Yet after trying it and seeing how “easily and smoothly” it went on, they took to the review section to proclaim their love. “I am 70 years old and this is one of the best foundations I have ever tried,” they wrote. “…I am very happy that I no longer have to keep searching for a good quality foundation that does what it says it will do.”

In fact, many with mature skin call it the best foundation they’ve tried, that “provides a veil of full coverage, with the weight of a tinted moisturizer (or even lighter).” “As a woman who is no longer young with flawless skin this will forever be the foundation I use,” Jessica said. “Never settles into any crease, decreases the look of my dark spots, super lightweight to the point I don’t feel like I’m wearing anything, and even though its a bit expensive it lasts months.”

More say that this foundation leaves their skin looking so good, other people start to notice. “I have dry and mature skin, and get compliments daily when I use this,” one writes. “…I hope they never stop making it.”

Reviewers love this buildable foundation for giving their skin a silky, smooth finish. Read more 5-star reviews and grab some for yourself on sale.

“Like butter. This applies smoothly on the skin, it’s not too runny, and not too thick. It’s a perfect consistency. I think this shade was a little to light for me, for reference I’m a caramel tan skin complexion” — Honey Bee

“Hands down the best foundation I have ever used, and I have bought them all. It’s moisture rich and gives a natural fresh finish. I have dry and mature skin, and get compliments daily when I use this. I love that a sunscreen is part of the formula and the color match is perfect. I hope they never stop making it. A bottle last a longtime and I find one or two pumps max is needed and application with my ring finger works best. I just slowly apply with a tapping and blend motion. It’s buildable coverage and I set mine with a setting spray before adding blush or anything else. I don’t find to be sticky, never irritates my sensitive skin, and the texture is smooth and doesn’t oxidize is a bad way that many do. I have only used the same color match as my skin tone and can’t speak to what a shade darker will look like. Highly recommend!” — K. SPRINTZ

“Love this foundation. It covers minor imperfections and has a flawless finish, very smooth. A small amount is all I needed. Definitely dries quickly but is not cakey or greasy.. I’m 58 and need a foundation that doesn’t dry my face or hide in the wrinkles. This one leaves a smooth finish. Sunscreen is a bonus!” — J Case

“(57 year old female with a lighter complexion.) I say surprisingly great because it scares the heck out of me to order a foundation online without testing it to my face for an exact match prior to the big buy. My choice of 220C matched my skin perfectly. I was shocked, but the descriptions were pretty spot on. The foundation has a great, just right, consistency and is easily applied to the skin. I started with a clean face, then applied hyaluronic acid, and then a moisturizer. I let that absorb for a couple minutes then applied a primer. By the time I applied the foundation it was smooth sailing. Teint Idole Ultra Wear foundation does what it says. It is buildable – I have applied a thin layer for around-the-house days, and a layer on layer for a night out. Both look great and appear invisible on the skin. Being 57, my skin is drier, but this foundation gave it a beautiful, matte finish without sitting in my wrinkles. I apply this foundation in the early AM (I work in an elementary school) and after all that movement and chaos, it still looks great on my way home. I like that it has an SPF so I don’t have to add a step to my makeup application. It comes in an attractive bottle that dispenses the product in the exact amount you want, which I love! This product is definitely pricey (to me!) but it sure does live up to its hype.” — JaneOPks

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