The weird, wonderful world of beauty has urged us to spread lots of things on our faces, from snail mucin to scorpion venom, with the promise of better skin. But over on TikTok, things tend to be even ...

But historically, many cultures – ancient Greece, ancient Egypt and indigenous groups, among others – have viewed menstruation as a sign of fertility, of strength, of connection. Over centuries, many ...

Brown period blood is normal when it's at the beginning or end of your period. But you should see a doctor if you also experience unusual pain, a foul smell, or blood clots. If you have brown blood ...

A 2018 study found that plasma derived from menstrual fluid could significantly enhance wound healing. In laboratory tests, ...

When it comes to makeup tips, hair trends, and beauty hacks, we can usually count on TikTok to provide us with some quirky recommendations. While some have left us in awe and become a regular addition ...

In the ever-evolving world of beauty trends, few have sparked as much debate—and discomfort—as "menstrual masking." This is the practice of applying menstrual blood to the skin, usually the face, as a ...

There are 1.8 billion monthly menstruators worldwide. Better understanding the science behind period blood, as well as cultural stigma and period policy, can help menstruators everywhere break down ...

TikTok's latest skincare trend just might get your panties in a twist. And while the skincare hack can hold different names on TikTok, the core of its purpose remains the same. Users are taking their ...

There are a lot of myths and misunderstandings about menstruation. But it’s important to parse out what’s true and what’s a lie. Below, we debunk some of the biggest ones, as adapted from the above ...

Period blood clots the size of raisins are normal and common during a heavy flow. But clotting may be a cause for concern if the clots are larger than a quarter or accompanied by heavy bleeding that ...

Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. On a Wednesday in early March, a lab scientist named Carlo removed a paper strip ...