Alexis Farah

Alexis is a freelance lifestyle writer whose work has appeared in Self.com, Dermstore.com, Yahoo.com, Women's Health magazine and FabFitFun.com. She's the founder and editor of RandomActsofLipstick.com, a website dedicated to covering beauty products, brands and influencers that give back. Before becoming a freelance writer, Alexis was on the EverydayHealth.com team as the Senior Beauty Editor. She started her professional career as the Associate Beauty Editor at Women's Health Magazine and learned social networking 101 at Attention, a social media PR and marketing agency. It's rare to catch Alexis without SPF 30+ or bright red lipstick.

Articles by Alexis Farah

9 Strawberry Recipes to Enjoy All Summer Long

From a tangy salad to a spicy salsa and hearty oatmeal bars, enjoy summer’s favorite crop: strawberries. Check out these refreshing strawberry recipes.

16 Apple Recipes for the Perfect Fall Meal

Gone apple picking? Put all those tasty treats to good use with these delicious apple recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert.

10 Dry Shampoos Give Your Post-Workout Hair New Life

Whether you’re rushing to the office from CrossFit or spin, these dry shampoos will absorb sweat and oil from your hair, while reviving your tresses.

9 Sport Sunscreens for Every Skin Type

Sun’s out, guns out! Before you go hard on your beach bootcamp, you need some SPF. We rated the nine best sunscreens for every skin type.

9 Easy Sheet Pan Recipes for Crazy Busy Weekdays

Homemade meals on weekdays are challenging, but the sheet pan makes it possible. These delicious recipes can be made in a flash with minimal clean up.

8 Incredible Wellness Elixirs to Start Your Day

These collagen-boosting wellness elixirs are brimming with nutrient-rich foods so you can glow with healthy skin and safeguard your immunity.

Is Forest Bathing the New Meditation?

Forest bathing, also known as Shinrin Yoku, is a Japanese practice of walking in the woods to help relieve stress. Learn more about its benefits.

The Ultimate Low-Impact Workout That Will Make You Sweat

High-intensity interval training doesn’t have to mean high impact These low-impact exercises will get your heart rate up without the wear and tear.

8 Booze-Free Ways to Have Fun With Friends

Skip the bottomless brunch and buddy up to go on a hike instead. These healthy alternatives will help you stay active and catch up with your BFFs.

Against the Odds: Meet the Paralympic Swimmer Bound for Gold

Paralysis and a debilitating arm injury didn’t wane Mallory Weggemann’s hopes of competing in Rio. Here’s how she overcame the odds of swimming again.

Olympian Allyson Felix in Her Own Words: Sprinting to Gold in Rio

Allyson Felix, four-time Olympic gold medalist, won’t let a hamstring injury hold her back. Here’s how the sprinter is taking on the Rio Games.

Olympic Diver David Boudia Takes on Rio 2016

Three-time Olympic diver David Boudia talks going for gold in Rio, and what keeps him at the top of his game (hint: Pilates, weights and motivation back home).

7 Quick and Easy Grilled Pizza Recipes

Fire up the grill for these quick and delicious grilled pizza recipes. Whether you’re a veggie or meat lover, we’ve got a pie for you!

Algae Oil: New Superfood You Should Try

In terms of health benefits, algae oil is giving coconut oil and extra-virgin olive oil a run for their money. Here’s how to put the superfood to use.