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Anger Management is the New Anti-Aging Remedy

July 17, 2020 by Martha Knight

Sticks and stones may break my bones, but it’s my anger that will kill me. This is what a new study seems to say. Going to bed angry will take years off your life. In addition, anger will age your skin faster too.
Anger management is the new anti-aging anecdote, and better yet, it costs nothing. Recently, the University of Michigan study proves that going to bed angry could reduce mornings left in your lifetime.

Both spouses expressed anger

 

The study, led by Earnest Harburg, studied four types of couples:

Wife suppresses her anger, while the husband expressed his

Wife expresses anger and the husband suppresses his

Both spouses expressed anger

Both spouses suppress anger

The spouses who both suppressed anger, died in double the numbers of the couples who constructively communicated the anger before going to bed.

Never go to bed angry. Here are constructive ways to deal with anger before bedtime.

Communicate to Dissolve Anger

Sometimes in an argument, we forget that there are three sides to every story: yours, theirs, and misunderstandings. Exchanging thoughts and feelings will allow both parties to feel better and allow both parties to understand the other’s side of the argument. Sometimes, just knowing that someone is listening is enough to calm some anger.

Disrupting another person can have profound effects. Interruptions create more anger, adding more tension to the original argument. Allow the other person to complete a thought. Remember, a complete thought is a full sentence in a grammar world, but in an argument, everyone deserves a paragraph. This isn’t much to sacrifice for someone you love. In addition, disrupting a conversation will never lead to a mutually agreeable resolution. This is because the person who is disrupting is controlling the argument, not allowing a healthy mutual solution to the problem.

Listen Carefully to the Anger of Another

Sometimes we may think that the same ole argument says the same thing. Not so. If the same argument is repeating, then that means the problem was not previously resolved. Until there is resolution to the same argument, it will quietly lurk in the background for an opportunity to come out again. Sometimes the same ole argument adds an idea, thought, or perspective that wasn’t there before, finally giving us the opportunity to find a solution.

If you repeat what the other person is saying, without sarcasm or mockery, then that shows the other person that you are listening. Sometimes just listening is enough to end or resolve an argument. After listening to another vent, it may make you realize that the argument is not really between the two, but rather a bad day that ends in weathered moods.

If Possible, Find a Solution

Not all problems can be solved before bedtime. Not all arguments are created equal, and not all arguments can end with a resolution right away. Arguments come in different packages and some of them are petty, while others are more complex.

In the event of an argument, remember the adage: How important is this argument going to be in five minutes, ten days, two months, or 100 years?

If it is not going to be important in 100 years, then all the anger it will do is take years off your life.

Go To Bed with a Smile

Go To Bed with a Smile

Try humor before bed or around an argument. If you have to fake a smile, then do it. When you go to bed angry, your frown lines become more prominent over time. Releasing anger before going to bed, will relax those frown muscles along with the rest of your body for a good night’s sleep.

Now, all you have to do is make sure you don’t wake up on the wrong side of the bed-and that’s a whole new topic.

Filed Under: Skincare

Almay Smart Shade Foundation Comparison: Anti-Aging Vs Smart Balance

June 11, 2020 by Martha Knight

Almay’s Smart Shade foundation line contains microscopic color beads that transform into a perfect makeup shade for your skin tone. The foundation line has several formulas, including Smart Balance and Anti-Aging.

I started testing Almay’s Smart Shade Smart Balance foundation a year ago, and Anti-Aging was recently available on the market. I bought Almay’s Smart Shade Anti-Aging to use and compare to my results with Smart Balance. Both products cost the same, around $10 at your local Target or Walmart.

Color

According to Almay’s advertising, the technology behind Smart Shade foundations is supposed to transform into a woman’s ideal shade. Almay’s Smart Balance foundation in Light / Medium has a slight orange tone if used on pale skin. I tan, so the shade looks better when my face picks up color. Almay’s Smart Balance foundation in Light is however too light for my face. I blend 100 and 200 shades for a better result

Almay’s Anti-Aging foundation in Light / Medium appears white when squeezed out of the tube. On my face, the foundation shade matches up perfectly and the color is not as fake-like. In color comparison, I prefer Almay Smart Shade Anti-Aging foundation.

Almay Smart Shade

 

Texture

Almay Smart Shade foundations are oil free and hypoallergenic. Almay’s Smart Shade Smart Balance foundation gives my face a few dry spots, while the Anti-Aging formula feels moisturizing and hydrating. Almay’s Anti-Aging foundation feels smoother and silky to the touch. However, it feels extremely heavy around my eyes. The anti-aging formula weighs my face down, especially around my eyes and cheeks.

Coverage

Almay’s Smart Balance foundation is transparent and does not have full coverage. It does even out my skin tone and color, but concealer is necessary to hide every imperfection spot. Almay’s Anti-Aging foundation provides full coverage. Almay markets the product as a fine line and wrinkle minimizer. I must say the anti-aging formula delivers the results, as I do not need a touch of concealer on my face.

Both formulas feel extremely heavy on my hands. I have to use a foundation sponge and watch that no product gets on my hands. It is difficult to wash off, even when using soap. The foundation on my face is easy to remove, usually with my regular makeup remover. I dislike the greasiness on my hands, as it sometimes lasts for hours before the product comes off.

Blending

I tried an experiment of blending Almay’s Smart Balance and Anti-Aging foundations. The results were a heavy and greasy feel with an orange color. I would not recommend this idea.

Blending

Long Wear

Both Almay Smart Shade foundation formulas are long wear and look nice even hours after application.

Preference

I am on the fence as to which Almay’s foundation formula I like best. I love the coverage of Anti-Aging, as well as the soft and hydrating feel. I dislike the fact that it wears heavy. Despite color discrepancies of Smart Balance, I like the transparent coverage during the day. I will most likely continue using Almay Smart Shade Anti-Aging foundation but I will have to find a way to get better results.

Filed Under: Skincare

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