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This is the haircut you should get based on your body type
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Find out what haircut is most flattering for you. - photo by Lindsey Miller
Lindsey Miller
FamilyShare
Published: Dec 1, 2017, 11:29 AM
When you spend hours scouring Pinterest for the perfect photo to take to your hairstylist, its easy to forget an important factor in having your best hair your body type. It might not seem like your body has anything to do with how your hair looks, but according to YouTuber and hair stylist Silvia Reis, the way you cut your hair can actually flatter your body type.

Youll always look fabulous no matter what you do with your hair, but knowing the best haircuts for your body type could help you find your favorite style youve ever had.

1. Curvy and full

If youre on the curvy side, Reis recommends matching your hair to your body shape. Many women with this shape think they need thin, long and straight hair, but keeping it full will keep you looking proportionate and fabulous. She also suggests getting a shorter cut around shoulder length for a fabulously flattering look.

2. Short and petite

Reis suggests keeping medium length hair not too long and not too short. Adding some layering throughout the hair and some volume on the top is super flattering for this body type.

3. Tall

If youre super tall, having longer hair creates a pleasing balance that goes well with that body type. Reis also mentions that if you want a shorter length, hair that touches the shoulder is very flattering. You can even add some bangs if youre feeling extra adventurous and want your face to have a more round appearance.

4. Short neck and a small head

For this body type, Reis recommends adding volume to the sides and keeping the length short, creating an illusion of a longer neck. Super long hair also looks great on this body type, and Reis advises staying away from mid length.

5. Small frame with a bigger head

Reis suggests turning the volume down with a simple, sleek look. Bangs can look awesome on this body type, and keeping the volume at bay will keep your hair proportionate to your body.

Remember, theres no wrong way to do your hair, no matter what your body looks like. These are just suggestions on what you can do to optimize all of your features. The most important thing you can do is feel good about your hair and do whatever makes you feel amazing.
Its toxic: New study says blue light from tech devices can speed up blindness
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A new study from the University of Toledo found that blue light from digital devices can transform molecules in your eyes retina into cell killers. - photo by Herb Scribner
Herb Scribner
Deseret News
Published: Aug 13, 2018, 1:39 PM
It turns out checking Twitter or Facebook before bed is bad for your health.

A new study from the University of Toledo found that blue light from digital devices can transform molecules in your eyes retina into cell killers.

That process can lead to age-related macular degeneration, which is a leading cause of blindness in the United States, according to the researchs extract.

Blue light is a common issue for many modern Americans. Blue light is emitted from screens, most notably at night, causing sleep loss, eye strain and a number of other issues.

Dr. Ajith Karunarathne, assistant professor in the UT Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, said our constant exposure to blue light cant be blocked by the lens or cornea.

"It's no secret that blue light harms our vision by damaging the eye's retina. Our experiments explain how this happens, and we hope this leads to therapies that slow macular degeneration, such as a new kind of eye drop, he said.

Macular degeneration is an incurable eye disease that often affects those in their 50s or 60s. It occurs after the death of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Those cells need retinal to sense light and help signal the brain.

The research team found blue light exposure created poisonous chemical molecules that killed photoreceptor cells

"It's toxic. If you shine blue light on retinal, the retinal kills photoreceptor cells as the signaling molecule on the membrane dissolves," said Kasun Ratnayake, a Ph.D. student researcher working in Karunarathne's cellular photo chemistry group. "Photoreceptor cells do not regenerate in the eye. When they're dead, they're dead for good."

However, the researchers found a molecule called alpha-tocopherol, which comes from Vitamin E, can help prevent cell death, according to Futurism.

The researchers plan to review how light from TVs, cellphones and tablet screens affect the eyes as well.

"If you look at the amount of light coming out of your cellphone, it's not great but it seems tolerable," said Dr. John Payton, visiting assistant professor in the UT Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. "Some cellphone companies are adding blue-light filters to the screens, and I think that is a good idea."

Indeed, Apple released a Night Shift mode two years ago to help quell blue lights strain on the eyes, according to The Verge. The screen will dim into a warmer, orange light that will cause less stress on the eyes.