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Hana Hong

Hana Hong

Hana Hong is a journalist/storyteller whose writing has appeared in many publications and websites, including Reader's Digest, InStyle, CollegeFashionista, Her Campus, and The Fashion Network, among others. She hails from the midwest, where she graduated from the University of Illinois with a B.A. in News-Editorial Journalism, but has a passion for the East Coast. Visit her website: Hana Hong.
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9 Myths About Skin Tags You Need to Stop Believing

Yes they're mysterious little creatures and they can be pretty embarrassing during swimsuit season, but skin tags are mostly fine. Mostly.

What Your Fears Reveal About Your Personality

These nerve-wracking phobias aren't entirely irrational—and they might just say a lot about your inherent...

7 Things That Happen to Your Body After You Go Through a Breakup

As if we needed anything else to be afraid of—aside from the lingering concern of...

The Best Face Wash for Acne for Every Stage in Life

Daily cleansing is the cornerstone of your skin-care routine, especially for those who have acne....

The Best Way to Wash Your Face, According to Your Skin Type

Turns out that there's a lot more to cleaning your face than just soap and...
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9 DIY Face Masks to Unclog Pores

Got blackheads? These natural shrinking treatments are toxin-free and can be made with products you...

9 Disgusting (and Dangerous) Things You Don’t Realize You’re Eating

Beware of putting these seemingly innocent foods on your kitchen table—and in your mouth.

The Real Reason You Bruise So Easily

The occasional bruise is virtually inevitable, but those that show up with zero explanation can...

14 Secrets of Women Who Never Diet

Theoretically, the key to weight loss is simple—eat healthy and exercise. But that's so much...
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8 Silent Signs of Body Dysmorphic Disorder

This disorder can cause anxiety, shame, and depression. The bright side is that it's treatable.

Why Pimples Keep Showing Up in the Same Place

End the vicious cycle of super stubborn pimples with these derm-approved tips.

10 Golden Beauty Rules for Combination Skin

People with combination skin tend to experience a bit of both worlds–oily in some areas...

15 Eczema Causes You Might Be Ignoring

If you're itching for relief, your first step should be avoiding these common eczema triggers,...

14 Secrets from Countries with the Lowest Heart Disease Rates

Japan, Korea, and France have some of the lowest rates of heart disease in the...
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Aphrodisiacs That Work—as Long as You Believe They Do

The science behind aphrodisiacs is limited, but here's what you need to know about common...

Everything You Need to Know About Using Argan Oil for Your Hair

Argan oil is touted as everything from a scalp and strands moisturizer to a frizz...

9 Awesome Things Your Brain Does When You Sleep

Sleep may leave you unconscious, unaware, drooling, and twitching, but your brain is a hive...
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8 Foods That Could Secretly Be Giving You Body Odor

Yes, you are what you eat, but you are also the odor of what you...
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7 Surprising Home Remedies for Teeth Grinding

Health experts offer surprising home remedies to reduce teeth grinding, and prevent complications like jaw...

This Is Why You Crave Sugary, Fatty Foods Before Your Period

If sweets and fatty foods are calling your name around that time of the month,...

9 Surprising Benefits of Chewing Gum

It doesn't just freshen breath—the advantages that come from munching on a small stick are...
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7 Silent Signs You Might Have Eye Cataracts

Around the world, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in those over the age...
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9 Surprising Things You Don’t Realize Are Causing Dark Under-Eye Circles

Lack of sleep isn't the only thing to blame for those pesky under-eye circles. Learn...

This Is Why Drinking a Ton of Water Won’t Help Your Skin, According to Dermatologists

Maybe it's Maybelline, maybe it's H2O.