TODAY IS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: aesthetic treatments season, cold plunge consideration, sober travel
• this week’s watch: i care a lot
• extra stories
• recent articles: best ceramide moisturizers: our picks for hydration & barrier repair
• weekly favorites: hints of halloween
• quote on: being yourself

BEAUTY: FALL IS THE SEASON FOR AESTHETIC TREATMENTS
With everyone back indoors, it’s the perfect time to book glow-ups that don’t play well with UV—think lasers for spots/texture, gentle-to-deep peels, Botox touch-ups, microneedling for collagen, intensive facials, and radiofrequency tightening. Start your series now and head into the holidays looking fresh (as always, ask your provider what’s right for your skin).

WELLNESS: CONSIDER THIS ONE THING BEFORE A COLD PLUNGE
Gals…cold plunges may be trending for their mood-boosting + recovery perks, but women’s bodies can respond differently than men’s—sometimes with sharper spikes in heart rate, blood pressure, and even cortisol. Factors like body composition, which cycle phase you’re in, and sensitivity to temperature all play a role in how chilly dips feel — so no, you may not be “weak”, but also not well equipped at that time. The good news? With a gentle approach such as cooler temps, shorter dips, and listening to your body—cold plunges can be a refreshing ritual rather than a shock to your system.

TRAVEL: SOBER TRAVEL IS THE CURRENT WELLNESS TREND
“Sober travel” is having a moment—and not just for non-drinkers. More travelers (especially Gen Z and millennials) are skipping vacation cocktails for clearer skin, better sleep, more energy, and zero hangovers—thanks to hotels, cruises, and airlines rolling out legit zero-proof menus.

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I Care A Lot is about a shady legal guardian that lands in hot water, when she tries to swindle a woman who has ties to a powerful gangster. Some say it’s the kind of watch where you hate everyone but enjoy watching them tear each other apart.

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If there’s one skincare ingredient that deserves main character energy in 2025, it’s ceramides. These naturally occurring lipids are the glue that holds your skin barrier together — literally. When your barrier is strong, skin looks plump, hydrated, and calm. We’ve rounded up the best ceramide moisturizers of 2025 — from lightweight options for oily skin to dermatologist-recommended picks for barrier repair.

ON BEING YOURSELF: “There’s nothing more embarrassing than being caught pretending to be cool, pretending to be anything you’re not.” — David Foster Wallace

Be yourself in all circumstances, regardless of who is around. There truly is nothing more difficult and exhausting than being something else.