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Five questions with NYC's 'Acne Whisperer' facialist Sofie Pavitt

Where did you do your aesthetics training? I actually worked in fashion for 15 years as a handbag designer, although I’ve always loved beauty and skin care. I retrained in...

Women who frequently smoke pot face higher risk of death from heart disease: study

Researchers didn't observe the same association for men.

Women are celebrating their Ozempic weight loss — by getting boob jobs: 'T-ts on a stick'

“Losing the weight, getting the breast augmentation — it's self-care that makes me feel good about me.”

Female athletes react faster, make fewer errors on their period: study

"This study emerged from listening carefully to female soccer players and their coaches," senior study author Paul Burgess said.

I lost 110 pounds in 15 months — thanks to a quick 'game-changer' treatment

"I feel like I look like the Mary Morgan that's in my brain," said Mary Morgan Mills, 34.

Sex has unique health benefits for chronically stressed moms, study finds

Stressed-out moms are getting new orders from the love doctor.

Cycle syncing could be just the thing missing from your skin-care routine

Experts say syncing your skin care to your cycle can aid in keeping your complexion fresh, clear and under control all month long.

Teen girls' stunning smartphone usage revealed in new study: 'Serious'

This news is nothing to cell-ebrate.

I had nine miscarriages by 21 years old — and now I'm pregnant for the 13th time

"I have 13 children. I am only 21 but out of all my kids only three are here with me."

Survey reveals knowledge gap in fertility issues among women

A recent survey of 2,000 American women aged 18 to 40 showed that 70% of respondents who have not faced fertility issues before, said they have never had a conversation...

'Greedy' mom loses 126 pounds in 13 months with controversial diet

"I’ll never go back to the way I was," pledged Verity Bambury, 49.

How premature menopause can cause early death: new study

"To our knowledge, this is the largest study performed on the linkage between premature ovarian insufficiency and mortality risk," one study author said.

I had 'scary' preeclampsia — here's what other moms should know

"I knew going in, if something happens, they're going to catch it," Bronx mom Amanda Perez said.

Should you try Kourtney Kardashian's postpartum routine? A doula weighs in

The mom of four has been outspoken about her most recent postpartum experience, reflecting on the "pressure" women put on themselves to "bounce back."

5 ways women can lower their stroke risk — including one to do before going outside

Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death for American women.

My period once lasted 4 months -- I'm only 21, but extreme menstrual cycles have ruined my life

A woman who once had a period that lasted four months has told how her menstrual cycles are ruining her life.

Women should start exercising by this age for better quality of life

Get moving — and stay moving — experts say.

Padma Lakshmi recalls painful endometriosis battle: 'I was really forlorn'

"I've had five different procedures. And I was very lucky to have my daughter — she was basically a miracle."

Popular fruit may help lower diabetes risk for women — but not for men: study

"They have good unsaturated fats, a good source of fiber, and a multitude of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients," one registered dietitian pointed out about the fruit.

IVF ruined my life — I sold my home and spent $165K on 6 rounds of mishaps and miscarriages

"It feels like the death of a dream," said Katie Abdou, 37, who feels doctors gave her false hope. "IVF has ruined my life."