‘Tis almost the season for holiday festivities, family commitments, travel plans, and gift giving, all of which can lead to plenty of stress on both you and your bank account. Fortunately, Amazon is making it easy for you to save, while still getting your holiday shopping done.

Well ahead of the usual post-TurkeyDay rush, the online retailer has released their early Black Friday deals with sales and discounts on everything from electronics and toys and every foodie’s favorite items – kitchen necessities.

From sleek and stainless steel coffee makers to blenders, roaster ovens, trendy Instant Pots, and air fryers, we’ve rounded up the best of Amazon’s Black Friday kitchen deals to help you shop smarter, not harder this season. And we promise not to judge if you throw an extra one of any of these into the cart for yourself either.

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If there's something we know for sure when it comes to the Kardashian-Jenner clan — besides the fact that they know how to make a buck – it's that they love a good surprise. While the rest of the beauty industry has been releasing Black Friday sales for best-selling products that are already on the market, Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian West announced that they're releasing an entirely new collaboration for the biggest shopping day of the year.

The sisters took to Instagram to share the news that KKW X KYLIE 2 is coming to kyliecosmetics.com for Black Friday. The photo posted to Instagram has the sisters twinning with dark bobs and nude bodysuits, which is very similar to the campaign photos for their first collaboration in 2017 (back then it was nude bandeau tops and longer strands).

Jenner teased this collaboration back in July when she shared a throwback post of her and Kim on set. "Who wants KKW X KYLIE round 2?," she asked her followers. And a few months later, more behind-the-scenes photos began circulating the Internet of the siblings shooting together, cementing the fact that they had something in the works. The question was just when and what?

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KKW X KYLIE part 2... coming #BlackFriday to KylieCosmetics.com 🖤

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Now, we know when. But we still don't know what the two have coming out just yet. Based off the photos, the nude theme is probably here to stay. Maybe it will be a wider selection of nude lip shades to add on to what they released in their first collaboration, or a neutral eyeshadow palette, or a double-duty highlighter and contour stick?

Regardless of what products are coming, this collection won't be the only thing coming from KKW that day. The reality star is also set to release a beauty kit for the holidays on November 23 called the Glam Bible, which includes a six-pan eyeshadow palette, eyeliner, a set of lashes, mascara, lip liner, two lipsticks, a gloss, blush, and highlighter for $150. The brand will also drop new accessories on the same day, with blending sponges, a pencil sharpener, a powder puff, and a makeup tote joining the enormous KKW lineup.

Kylie also has new makeup releases in the works, with a new holiday collection dropping November 19. All the products are glow themed and snowflake-covered, from the 14-pan eyeshadow palette to the 8-piece collection of mini lip colors.

But, before you drop all your coins on these holiday releases for the beauty obsessives on your shopping list, you'll want to wait to see what the two have in store for the newest KKW X KYLIE collaboration (which we'll be sure to keep you updated on). Looking back to their first collaboration, it'll most likely be a sell-out hit.

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Like the comforting warmth of pulling your head through the neck of a turtleneck sweater, there's something almost ceremonious about the first manicure of winter. The gusty windchill is officially here — your heavy socks and chunky scarves are proof — and it's high time to get your tiniest fashion accessories on board.

Everyone knows that the trickiest part of any manicure — be it a DIY job while bingeing Netflix in bed or sifting through the rainbow of tiny glass bottles at your favorite salon — is picking the right polish. Luckily, we've consulted a few nail pros who've broken down the seven nail colors that are already on track to be huge this winter.

From dark vampy oxblood and rich sapphire to softer, muted tones like desert clay and creamy rose, find the exact nail polish shades all the cool girls will be wearing this winter, ahead.

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Most years, we shop Black Friday and Cyber Monday on an impulse. For most of November, you think, I should skip shopping this year — you know, save some money. Then the day after Thanksgiving hits. You're laying in bed, still stuffed with turkey (or tofurkey, if that's more your thing), and open your inbox to an email that says [insert your favorite store here] is offering 75% off everything. Any rational person would hit Add to Cart as fast as their fingers will allow, right?

Still, no matter how good of a deal you got , you can't help but wonder how much more you could have saved had you been able to map out a shopping strategy ahead of time. Luckily, we have your plan: a list of all the beauty brands and big-box retailers (think Amazon and Target) that will be offering can't-miss deals over Black Friday weekend.

Read on to see the most legit 2018 Black Friday and Cyber Monday beauty deals — from a free Sisley Black Rose face mask (as in, $0 when it's normally $162) to a once in a lifetime Diptyque candle offer — and be sure to keep this guide handy; We'll be updating the list as we learn more.

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When reports surfaced that Beyoncé planned to buy back Ivy Park from disgraced Topshop mogul Philip Green on Thursday, it fell on keen ears. Beyoncé-related news (about music, babies, and more) tends to permeate the web instantly, so why wouldn't apparel-business rumors spread just as fast? Fans were grateful the Lemonade creator was making the right decision to disassociate herself with Green following the allegations of sexual harassment brought against him last month, which was revealed via British Parliament.

But wait — is this actually happening?

Though several media outlets report that Beyoncé is divesting from Green and taking 100% of Ivy Park with her, the news has yet to be officially confirmed. Teen Vogue, for example, cites a tweet — from an unofficial "Beyoncé Collection" account — that reads "Beyoncé has ended her joint venture with Sir Philip Green after allegations of racial abuse and sexual harassment, buying his 50% stake in Ivy Park. Parkwood Entertainment now owns the brand in full." The tweet was published from an iPhone.

WWD attributed a similar quote, which includes a claim that Topshop Arcadia [Group] will fulfill existing orders, to Green's camp, though several other sources, like the Financial Times, The Guardian, Elle, and Reuters attribute it to Ivy Park. So, who said what? As of now, we've reached out to Ivy Park's press team, who were unable to provide comment and forwarded our request on to Beyoncé's camp. Additionally, we've reached out to Topshop to confirm or deny what is, for now, a rumor, and they have yet to return our inquiry.

Beyoncé has ended her joint venture with Sir Philip Green after allegations of racial abuse and sexual harassment, buying his 50% stake in Ivy Park.

Parkwood Entertainment now owns the brand in full. pic.twitter.com/QWu9FdeMWd

— BEYONCÉ COLLECTION (@BeyCollection) November 15, 2018

This isn't the first time Ivy Park has been the subject of headlines, however – and we're not referring to its radically inclusive campaigns or its impeccable standard of athleisure goodness. In 2016, the label faced claims brought forth by British tabloid The Sun that the athletic-wear line was produced in sweatshops where workers were unprotected and underpaid. Reps for Ivy Park swiftly refuted the claims, though provided no evidence to support their opposition. At the time, Green was under investigation in related to the collapse of his BHS retail chain.

Though we hope the latest rumors are true — and we have faith that Beyoncé will do what is right for her, her business, her customers, her fans and, well, the world — we'll keep you posted if and when we hear back from anyone to confirm the news.

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Between OOO days, blissful tryptophan-induced naps, football, pies, and a sense of calm that can only exist prior to the storm that is Black Friday, there’s plenty to love about Thanksgiving. The absolute best part? Sitting around a table with the people you love. But what if you can’t actually make it home for the holiday?

Rather than spending the long weekend alone or, worse, nestled up with boring takeout, rally up everyone who is around (or make a plan for before everyone leaves) to throw an unforgettable Friendsgiving. Not sure where to start? NBD, because together with American Express, and its Cash Magnet® Card, we’ve put together a cheat sheet from a few Friendsgiving experts that’ll make hosting your own informal T-day dinner super easy. Click through for seven simple tips, then get ready to press send on that group invite text.

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The Republican-controlled Ohio House of Representatives voted 58-35 to pass a six-week abortion ban, also known as a "heartbeat bill," on Thursday. If the legislation becomes law, it would effectively make abortion illegal in the state. It would also be the second time this year a state enacts the most restrictive abortion ban in the nation.

The bill looks to criminalize abortion providers who offer the procedure after a fetal heartbeat is detected, which often happens around six weeks of gestation. At that stage, most women don't even know they're pregnant. If a woman has an abortion after that point, her physician would be charged with a fifth-degree felony punishable by up to one year in prison.

The legislation makes exceptions if the woman's health is at risk and if a medical emergency prevents physicians from detecting the fetal heartbeat. However, the bill contains no exceptions for cases of rape or incest.

The bill now goes to the Ohio Senate. It was also passed by lawmakers in 2016, but Republican Gov. John Kasich vetoed it then, arguing the bill was "clearly contrary to the Supreme Court of the United States’ current rulings on abortion." (Instead, he signed a 20-week abortion ban.) If the new heartbeat bill makes it to his desk before he leaves office, Kasich has said he would veto it again. But Republican Governor-elect Mike DeWine has promised to sign the bill after he is sworn-in in January. The Ohio Legislature could also have enough votes to override Kasich's veto if the bill passes before DeWine comes into office. State Rep. Christina Hagan, one of the authors of the legislation, said the Legislature plans to do this. "The point is: it’s time," she said. "It doesn’t matter if the governor is with us or against us."

Ohio's six-week abortion ban is just one of many new abortion restrictions that have been pushed forward this year. Mississippi and Louisiana tried to ban abortion at 15 weeks, but a federal judge blocked the former's law. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law a heartbeat bill, which was set to take effect in July. That legislation was blocked by the courts before it could go into effect.

Thursday's vote caused outrage among reproductive health advocates. "Anti-abortion ideologues should not attempt to insert politics between a patient and their physician. What we’re seeing is state legislators, John Kasich, and Mike DeWine playing politics with women’s lives," NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio Executive Director Kellie Copeland said in a statement provided to Refinery29. "This abortion ban would block patients from the care they need and deserve. If enacted, this legislation would worsen the reproductive health care crisis in our state. The decision to have an abortion is not a political decision."

If the bill becomes law, we can expect it to be challenged in court since pro-choice advocates say six-weeks bans are unconstitutional. This is because of the U.S. Supreme Court 's 1992 decision on Planned Parenthood v. Casey, which upheld a woman's right to choose an abortion before viability. (Research says a fetus is not considered viable before 20 weeks of pregnancy.) Ever since that ruling, courts have said banning abortions before the 20-week mark is unconstitutional.

But the possibility of a legal challenge is exactly the reason why anti-abortion lawmakers are pushing these bills, said Elizabeth Nash, senior state issues manager at the Guttmacher Institute. "Assuming that [Ohio's six-week abortion ban] passes and becomes law, it will be part of this nonstop attack on abortion rights," she told Refinery29.

Anti-choice advocates have felt emboldened by the current administration because both President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence have promised to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision determining a woman has a right to choose an abortion. And since the new balance of the U.S. Supreme Court has been officially cemented to the right with the confirmation of Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Nash said we can expect even more states will try to pass anti-abortion legislation with the hopes of it bringing the legal challenge that makes abortion illegal in the United States once again.

"We are gonna see a number of states, if not passing extreme abortion bans, [at least] debating them and seriously consider them in 2019. Most of the attention has been focused on the Supreme Court and passing restrictions that are unconstitutional right now, but could provide the court with the opening to undermine or overturn Roe," Nash said. "There are multiple opportunities for the courts to weigh in. It’s a very dangerous time, if you support abortion rights."

During debate, state Rep. Ron Hood explicitly said he hopes the heartbeat bill will be used to challenge Roe. He is also the co-author of a total ban on abortion introduced this past spring. The legislation proposed to charge with murder — a crime that is punishable by the death penalty in the state — both abortion providers and women who underwent the procedure. The bill never left the Health Committee.

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Earrings can make or break an outfit. When your look isn't cutting it, chances are you've forgotten some much-needed ear candy. But wearing a pair of statement earrings on the daily requires a lot of stamina. So on those days when donning a chunky pair of chandelier ear art or a hoop so heavy you can't hold your head up, simpler, everyday earrings can take their place.

We're talking hollow hoops, huggies, colorful studs and more – and they don't have to be boring. We've scoured our favorite jewelry sites and discovered a few new earring trends to get excited about, and none of them will weigh down those poor 'lobes. So before you succumb to another day of bulky earrings getting in your way, take a look at the five up-and-coming everyday earring trends we can't wait to try on this fall.

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In Refinery29's Sweet Digs , we take a look inside the sometimes small, sometimes spacious homes of millennial women. Today, in partnership with LG, content creator Sophia Chang shows off her three-bedroom home located in Los Angeles.

Our homes are meant to be the place where we can feel completely relaxed and at ease, so it’s no surprise that most of us like to fill them with furniture and decor that help us get cozy. For some, this looks like the soft, candlelit Hygge homes in Denmark. For others, it means rustic shiplap and the scent of pine. And for Sophia Chang, a content creator on YouTube, it's a flawless combo of minimalist style and easy-going California vibes.

On this episode of Sweet Digs, we’re catching up with Sophia in her three-bedroom Los Angeles home. With a massive backyard strewn with string lights, a living room featuring natural-wood beams on vaulted ceilings, and smart LG Matte Black Stainless Steel appliances in the kitchen, the 1,600-square-foot space gives us a laid-back yet totally curated feeling that doesn't compromise on the cozy. Watch above to go inside Sophia's home and see how she effortlessly integrates her unique style from room to room.

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Attention passengers: we're now cruising at peak cozy after flipping through J.Crew's latest arrivals. The holiday season is among our favorite times of the year when it comes to new collections. Full of glitz, glimmer, and of course the requisite holiday color palette (greens, reds, blues, and golds), winter arrivals are a fun respite from our otherwise muted fall wardrobe. This season, J.Crew did not disappoint.

The shop's "new arrivals" section is an assortment overflowing with chunky sweaters, cozy knit socks, party dresses, and a sick pair of leopard snow boots we're anticipating will sell out sooner rather than later. Take a walk on the cozy side with our 26 J.Crew picks ahead.

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Black Friday shopping feels a lot like football. People line up in the cold, set up plays on how to get to the latest iPhones first, and tackle each other for the cheapest TVs. But while everyone's running around the tech aisle, you can find us on the sidelines in the beauty department because the office isn't the only place getting stocked with great gadgets come Black Friday.

This year so many smart (and effective) hot tools arrived on shelves, and over the holidays they are all on sale. Curling irons, blowdryers, and flat irons aren't necessarily the cheapest beauty tools in the bunch, so holiday discounts completely justify splurging on that new dryer you've been eyeing. After all, shopping sales is the responsible thing to do since your New Year's resolution is to save money, right?

If you're already mapping out your Black Friday/Cyber Monday plan, check out the deals ahead and add 'em to your shopping list ASAP.

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We never thought we'd see the day that Ariana Grande cut her hair. In fact, we'd even apply the whole "when pigs fly" idiom to such an unlikely occurrence. Well, someone should check on Piggy Smallz because the singer just revealed a drastic new hair change on Instagram.

Sure, she's tried different colors and occasionally sported undone waves over the course of her career, but seeing Grande’s locks chopped right above her shoulders is a first. And, yes, we are shook. Ready for the photo? Keep scrolling.

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As you might expect, Grande's fans are freaking out — and rightfully so — because the Thank U, Next singer without her ponytail is a rare sighting. Since coming onto the scene, Grande has hardly ever been without some type of pony (whether it's half up or in her go-to high one). Back in 2016, she told Refinery29 that her ponytail has always been a part of her life, but she “likes to switch it up from time to time.” Today's news, however, is a switch up we didn't expect.

Grande's haircut comes following the release of her fifth studio album Sweetener, calling it quits with Pete Davidson, and mourning the death of late rapper (and ex-boyfriend ) Mac Miller. She's also been teasing the release of her fifth album (fans are calling it AG5), which is rumored to be released before 2018 is up. We spoke to Josh Liu, the singer's hairstylist, who told Refinery29 that his client's new cut is "just a project we're working on."

Could this be for her new album? Is this a breakup cut? Ari, girl, we need answers! But until then, we'll just have to wait and wonder...and listen to Thank U, Next just one more time...

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Ivanka's schedule has not been made public, so each week, we will do our best to cover the public events and forums she attends, the meetings she has with lawmakers and government officials, and her social media presence.

Sunday, November 11

• The New York Times published a report detailing the complicated dynamic between Melania and Ivanka Trump. In it, it's revealed that Ivanka will soon follow in Melania's footsteps and travel to Africa, together with Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina.

Monday, November 12

• Ivanka posted on Instagram about the California wildfires, saying she is "Sending love and prayers to the people, animals and wildlife affected."

Tuesday, November 13

• It turns out taxpayers spent around $14,000 on Secret Service protection for a two-day getaway Ivanka and husband Jared Kushner took to Vermont right after the deadly white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, VA.

Wednesday, November 14

• Ivanka had a meeting about "opportunity zones," created through President Trump's tax overhaul, areas with high poverty and slow growth where the government will use tax incentives to draw long-term investment.

Last night with Senator Scott, Sean Parker, @larry_kudlow @SenToddYoung @KayColesJames and the @kempfoundation family discussing how we can empower and uplift distressed urban + rural communities across America through #OpportunityZones! pic.twitter.com/GGYyLPiraQ

— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) November 14, 2018

• Ivanka celebrated the passage of the Build foreign assistance act.

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Celebrating the passage of the bipartisan #BUILDAct on the Hill today – transformative legislation that will ensure US foreign assistance is effective in supporting developing countries on their journey to self-reliance. Thank you, Chairman Corker, Senator Coons, Congressman Yoho and Chairman Royce, for getting this across the finish line!

A post shared by Ivanka Trump (@ivankatrump) on Nov 14, 2018 at 1:11pm PST

Thursday, November 15

• Ivanka praised her father's support for First Step, the new criminal justice reform act.

Give the man his due: @realDonaldTrump is on his way to becoming the uniter-in-Chief on an issue that has divided America for generations. Congrats to everyone on both sides who fought for this. #FIRSTSTEPact #CriminalJusticeSummit #CriminalJusticeReform #justicereform #Trump https://t.co/G9kI1C3gXy

— Van Jones (@VanJones68) November 14, 2018

• Ivanka posted a pic of her kids watching the first snowfall, and tweeted back at a woman who says she likes to do the same thing: "Me too! ;)"

The joy and wonder of watching the season’s first snowfall! pic.twitter.com/BsS7vi5IqK

— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) November 15, 2018

Me too! 😉 https://t.co/M04r76Jfx8

— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) November 15, 2018

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After you’ve survived a long night of eating more than the recommended portion size of sweet potato casserole (extra marshmallows, please!), navigating family politics, and the inevitable exhaustion that comes from holiday festivities, the day after should be devoted to relaxation and food coma recovery. While you may have gotten dressed up for your big dinner, we believe that after Thanksgiving should be strictly reserved for cozy sartorial choices and we’ve found 24 options for you to spend the whole three-day weekend in.

That’s right — we’re talking elasticated waistbands, super-soft knits, and the cutest joggers. Whether you still want to look presentable while running errands in knitted trousers, or plan to eat leftovers on the couch, make comfort a priority since you are now in official holiday season territory. Bonus points on investing in a pair you love, because we think this athletic stretchy waistband style would look rather becoming with a blazer and boots for work or a night out. No matter what you're up to — or even if you're up to nothing at all — breaking out the loungewear is a trend you deserve.

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The exact same invisible demon that's totally wreaking havoc on your skin this winter — the stuffy, sandpaper air circulating your apartment and office building, chapping your lips and drying out your eyes — is also doing a number on your hair.

Maybe you're already feeling it — yanking your fingers through sticky split ends or hand-plucking static-y strands off the arm of your wool blend sweater — and we've only just hit the start of winter. Luckily, we've got your quick and simple fix for smooth, super shiny hair. It's a moisturizing hair oil.

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Holiday shoppers are probably already planning to hit up Ikea this weekend for some pre-Black Friday savings at the retailer's "Make Room for Celebration" event, but what about those who are keeping their focus on saving during the year's biggest shopping day? Ikea has you covered, too. The home goods chain just announced its 2018 Black Friday deals, and they're so good, they may even lure early shoppers back for more savings.

Ikea's Black Friday deals will be available starting on Friday, November 23. Ikea Family Members will be able to get select furniture pieces, including some of the retailer's all-time most popular pieces, for up to 25% off. Additionally, members will be able to find select storage pieces, select bedding, and all holiday ornaments for up to 20% off. Though Ikea Family Members will find the most deals this Black Friday, you don't necessarily have to sign up for the rewards program to get some savings. All shoppers will get $25 off any purchase of $100 or more during the sales event.

Unsurprisingly, given all the deals Ikea is coming out with this season, its Black Friday sales event will last more than just one day. Shoppers can take advantage of these deals through Monday, November 26. That's four days of savings, so don't expend all your shopping energy before these promotions roll around.

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Full disclosure: The following story is about my pubes. Or rather, it is about shaving my pubic area, in case that makes it any less TMI (although I somehow doubt it).

Anyway, it was right around the time in middle school when people started growing body hair, during the delightful life stage known by endocrinologists as puberty, and I only knew one thing: I wanted mine gone. After nearly slicing off half my labia with my dad's safety razor in the shower, I decided it was time to seek help. So I did what any 13-year-old would do, and bypassed my mom or physician in favor of a decidedly cooler classmate who could give me some pointers during free period. For the closest shave, she whispered, use your razor in a back-and-forth motion — first in the direction of your hair growth, and then against the grain, as many times as you need to before it's all smooth. Quite the pro tip, my younger self thought. And it worked... for a time.

That was when the inevitable onslaught of tiny, red razor bumps and unsightly ingrowns soon speckled my sensitive bikini line — a result of dragging a razor across it over and over and over again. I finally switched to waxing in high school, which was infinitely more painful, yes, but also didn't make my nether regions as pink and bumpy as a plucked chicken.

But more than a decade later, Schick's latest razor launch has me reconsidering my options. The brand's newest innovation is called Intuition f.a.b., which stands for forward and backward, and it does exactly what its name implies: shaves from both directions at the same time. "The upward-facing blades enact a 'pull' stroke synonymous with traditional uni-directional shaving," Eric Kaplan, a Project Manager on the Research & Development team at Edgewell Personal Care, tells me. "The downward-facing blades shave with a 'push' stroke." So, you can get the same effect as shaving in both directions, but with just one pass of the razor this time.

I brought it into the shower with me this week, and was shocked by how effective it was. The razor felt soft and comfortable on my skin, with zero tugging, and it moved and shifted with my body's curves, so I didn't have to do my usual leg gymnastics in the shower. The result was a gentler, smoother, bump-free shave that 13-year-old me — and my misguided classmate — would have killed (or at least given up our Britney Spears concert tickets) for.

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Government records show first lady Melania Trump racked up roughly $174,000 in hotel bills during her 12-hour trip to Toronto, Canada in September 2017, Quartz reports. It was the first lady's first solo trip abroad without her husband, President Donald Trump.

The purpose of the day trip was for Trump to lead the U.S. delegation to the Invictus Games, an international sporting event for wounded veterans created by Prince Harry. She did not spend the night at the hotel.

According to Quartz, it was not immediately clear how the first lady's office racked up the charges. Government records show six separate hotel bills, which costs ranged from roughly $12,000 to $49,000 for a total of about $174,000. Transportation costs for the trip came at an additional $21,000. The hotel costs for Trump's advance team were significantly less, clocking at around $18,000.

In a statement to Quartz, the first lady's communications director Stephanie Grisham declined to provide details of the expenses, because they fall under the purview of the U.S. State Department. She added: "What I can tell you is that when the President or First Lady travels, there are people who travel ahead on the advance team to ensure safety measures, medical care, communications, motorcade needs and logistics are all in place. Mrs. Trump travels with a much smaller contingent of staff than that of her predecessors, but the entities I mentioned above are legally required for all official travel."

Like her predecessor, Michelle Obama, Trump has so far traveled significantly less than other president spouses in the past. (During her husband's eight-year tenure, Obama made 22 foreign trips and spent 116 days outside of the U.S., compared to Laura Bush's 46 trips and 212 days for Bush and Hillary Clinton's 47 trips and 274 days.)

The first family's travel costs have come under scrutiny because of President Trump often railed in the past that the trips taken by the Obamas were a waste of taxpayer money. Melania Trump's trips in particular have been in the public's radar: Before she officially left Manhattan and moved to the White House, her military flights to and from Florida, New York, and Washington, D.C came at a price tag of $675,000. And during her first solo tour to Africa, her team spent $95,050 at a hotel in Cairo, Egypt, even though her stop there only lasted six hours. Trump also didn't spend the night at the hotel then.

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False eyelashes, hair extensions, acrylic nails — all exciting and glamorous, but maybe not the best things to be gluing to our bodies. Nonetheless, advancements within the beauty industry mean that these products have come leaps and bounds, and within reason, we can carry on using all of the above while protecting our natural assets.

There's no denying nail art and long manicures are (still) having a moment. Fun? Yes! The only problem? They're not without their downsides: glues, buffing, chemicals that dry out your nails, and even electric drills. These things don't exactly spell out healthy nail beds now, do they? After months, and sometimes even years, of fills and extensions, your nails can be left looking and feeling damaged and weak.

We spoke to Izabelle Bellamy — who filed her way through the ranks at WAH Nails , a U.K. hub for all things nail art, and is now the resident technician at East London's Stunt Dolly salon — about how to resuscitate nails that have passed over to the other side.

Bellamy explained that "acrylic nail extensions shouldn't really damage your nails, provided the correct preparation, maintenance (every two to three weeks), aftercare, and removal procedures are followed. The real damage is caused by heavy-handed nail technicians. Be wary of over-filing and drilling, this will cause weak and peeling nails — and even painful results."

She goes on to add, "You should always visit a qualified and insured nail tech. Over time, the acrylic begins to lose adhesion to the nail and can lift; if air pockets start to be common, this should be a warning sign. Acrylics should be removed and replaced every six to 12 months, although a person's daily routine and home care plus how often they have infills does determine time, too."

Okay, so obviously those are all wise rules to follow, but Bellamy accepts we can't always chose our nail technician and, well, life sometimes just gets in the way of perfect nails. For times when things don't go as planned, here are Bellamy's top tips and products for nails that really need some TLC, post-acrylics.

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Ivanka Trump often finds herself in situations where she's the only woman, or one of few. This is partially because her father's administration is so heavily male (and white), and partially because most government officials still tend to be men. (Although women, especially women of color, made historic strides during the 2018 midterm election.)

On Wednesday, Ivanka celebrated the passage of the BUILD Act, aimed at investing in developing countries, and once again found herself at a table surrounded by male members of Congress. We spoke with body language expert Patti Wood, author of Snap: Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language, and Charisma, who analyzed the part of the conversation where Ivanka talks about how the bill will contribute to global women's empowerment. (See video below.)

"Very few people are really intently listening to her, which is interesting," Wood told Refinery29. "Maybe during a couple of moments, but they're being polite. They're not leaning forward, or aiming their bodies toward her." This might suggest that they don't think she's an expert on the subject, but it could also be a sign of the formality of the situation — Wood said that you could interpret this type of response in more than one way.

"The two men next to her [Sen. Chris Coons from Delaware, a Democrat, and Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Rep. Ed Royce, a Republican from California] have their hands folded on their paperwork," Wood continued. "It's a more closed body language posture."

As for Ivanka's behavior, Wood noted that from a media-coaching point of view, she could be speaking with a lot more confidence, especially given that women's economic empowerment is one of her chief subjects.

"She's making a choice to have hair in her face, which is a feminine, sensual signal, and that's interesting," Wood said. "But hair in your face also means you're not quite fully proud of what you're saying. She could also speak louder and with more confidence, and have memorized what she's saying. Spending time reading takes away some of her strength as a speaker and as a woman."

At an event to mark the passage of the #BUILDAct @Ivankatrump outlined how the new U.S. Development Finance Corporation will be a a key component of a new White House initiative on global women's empowerment. pic.twitter.com/kOGJO7OzC4

— Devex (@devex) November 15, 2018

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