Find Your *thing*

Here's our guide to identifying your passion...and finding your purpose in the process.

Everything Your Crush Secretly Wishes You Knew

From double texting to the talking stage, we're uncovering the total truth about everything going on in your crush's pretty little head-right from the source.

Who You Love Doesn't Need a Label

My journey to accepting myself *exactly* as I am.

Dear Carol

BAD GUY? I started working at a beach club, and I was completely lonely until a boy started talking to me because we both like the same video game.

Let's talk Stomachaches, shall we?

DW, digestive discomfort doesn't have to ruin your day. If tummy troubles are taking a toll, we've got some very valid explanations.

Air Drying Your Hair

Letting your hair dry naturally always sounds like a good idea...until it ends up looking flat and frizzy. We promise there is a secret to getting it right.

Here is exactly what your dad wishes he could tell you

We asked dads to reveal how they really feel (yep, even in the trickiest sitches)—and they delivered. Read on for heartfelt confessions *and* practical advice...

"I lost my leg but gained more than I ever dreamed.”

How a life-saving amputation changed my path...for the better.

Crush it at crushing (No, really)

Left on read and pining from afar? Gain the confidence to take control of your romance story—your way—before the school year’s done.

It's time to sync your skincare to your cycle

Turns out your period might be messing with your face more than you thought. We can help with that.

Chloe Coleman Is the New Queen of the Geeks (in the Bestway, OFC)

She’s been cast in a string of high-profile blockbusters with top secret plots that she’s seriously just not allowed to talk about rn…so we got the 13-year-old actress to share a peek straight into her soul instead.

Summer skin sitch? We just solved it

Sun, sand and... shaving bumps? We've got the answer to spots, sensitivity and so much more.

The hottest braids of the summer, defined

Just us, a sneaking a peek at this szn's prettiest plaits.

Here's why you are seeing hula hoop workouts all over TikTok

YOUR FAVORITE OG PLAYGROUND ACTIVITY WILL HELP YOU BREAK A SWEAT *AND* BUILD STRENGTH. AND, OH YEAH, IT'S A TOTAL GOOD TIME.

Priah Ferguson answers strange things like it's NBD

In honor of season four of Stranger Things, the Netflix star let us ask her all our most random questions.

Queen of the desert

What would you pack for a road trip across the Southwest in 1975? Because that's the exact vibe for this summer: earth tones, cropped crochet, round sunnies, flowy fringe and billowy sets are the dream-but punched up for right now with luxe jewelry, saturated shades and modern moments. Time to cue up your Beatles playlist and hit the long and winding road, babe.

All Eyes on Malia Baker

There are some unwritten beauty rules society tells us never to break. To name a few: Don’t go to sleep with your makeup on, don’t forget to blend your foundation down your neck and never… I mean, never…cut your own bangs.

Spectacular Spring Reads

Why gather blooms when you can pick the best new books? Enter to win at girlslife.com/springreads

Talk to Your Mom About Anything

Constantly clashing? Go from major miscommunication to seriously in sync.

This Is About Your Vagina

Feeling empowered to talk about your body openly and without embarrassment is essential for about a million reasons. So why are so many girls still silent?

Yes, Toxic Positivity Is a Thing

Bad vibes, begone! Here’s how to look up while staying grounded.

It's time to LOVE… LOSING

Yep, seriously. Why winning isn’t everything—and how losing could be just what you need to succeed.

How to COLOR YOUR HAIR without completely messing it up

YOU CHANGE YOUR CLOTHES, YOUR NAILS, YOUR MAKEUP. SO WHY NOT SWITCH UP YOUR SHADE, TOO?

LOVING VEGETABLES

Can’t bear to eat Brussels sprouts? Think artichokes are awful? That was me…until it wasn’t. Hear me out…

LOOKING FOR A SIGN TO TAKE A LAZY DAY? THIS IS IT.

Regardless of what your stacked schedule dictates (or what your parents say), it’s actually kind of crucial to relax on the regular. So go ahead and embrace a laid-back moment.— Here’s how.

We Heard You're Sensitive…

"Sooo your skin is freaking out. Don’t panic, we’ve got your back. And your face."

Want a Brighter, Shinier, Healthier Smile? We Thought So

"All you need to know to get those teeth sparkly ‘n’ white."

Ode to Awkward

"The first day after I got my license, I was so excited to drive myself to school. I got there super early, and everything was perfect…until third period when they called over the loudspeaker and described the exact car I was driving. Turns out I’d parked in the vice principal’s spot by mistake. Oops. – MARGIE O."

Help! My Hair Is Impossible (Thanks, Winter)

"Save your strands, even when it’s sub-zero."