Bethany Heitman

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Bethany Heitman is a lifestyle writer and editor with more than 15 years of experience, and she's worked for some of the largest media brands in the world. She covers beauty, fashion, tech, entertainment and more.

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I Tried the TikTok Hack to Get a Ring Off a Swollen Finger to See If It Really Works

According to this surprising hack, all you need to remove a ring from a swollen finger is a little dental floss. I put this TikTok theory to the test.

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Here’s What Happens When You Don’t Wash Your Face (Hint: It’s Not Pretty!)

We asked dermatologists how often you should wash your face—plus what happens if you slack on cleaning your skin

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This Is What a Massage Therapist First Notices About You

From your intake form to your body-hair situation, here's what your masseuse registers before they even touch your body