Health, Wellness & Beauty

East Hampton, Conn. – October 19, 2026 -- Shoppers can get 25% off sitewide from October 19–25 at Dickinsons.com, TNDickinsons.com and Humphreysusa.com with promo code NWHD2026, as Dickinson Brands Inc. marks the sixth annual National Witch Hazel Day on October 21.

Sweepstakes launches on October 21

Two sister brands, T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel First Aid and Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel skincare, are running a social media sweepstakes. Starting October 21, consumers can enter through both brands' social media channels for a chance to win a prize pack with products from each brand. The company also lists exclusive brand merchandise among the prizes.

Free shipping thresholds vary by site

The discount week includes free shipping on orders over $20 at Dickinsons.com and TNDickinsons.com. Orders at Humphreys.com qualify with a $25 minimum.

Irving – October 19, 2026 -- Caris Life Sciences has launched the second commercial for Caris Detect, its multi-cancer early detection blood test, with three-time major champion golfer Jordan Spieth as the face of the campaign.

The ad compares golf analytics with cancer screening

The commercial argues that technology already measures nearly every aspect of athletic performance, and that the same level of intelligence can be applied to finding early stage cancer, when treatment is most effective. It shows how artificial intelligence has changed golf by analyzing millions of swings and countless data points to help players improve.

It then turns to Caris' work in molecular science and AI, which the company says can help identify cancer-associated molecular signals through a simple blood draw.

Seoul – October 19, 2026 -- Korean beauty brand MARSHIQUE's targeted wrinkle and lifting patches are now on Ulta.com, with prices ranging from $16 to $25 and in-store availability starting November 1.

The online launch went live on October 18. The brand will then appear in 504 Ulta Beauty stores nationwide on November 1. Ulta Beauty operates more than 1,500 stores and is the largest specialty beauty retailer in the United States.

Patches aim at specific areas of the face and neck

MARSHIQUE is bringing its complete patch range to the U.S. The patches target the appearance of wrinkles around the frown lines, smile lines, forehead, eye area and neck. A separate set of lifting patches is designed for the appearance of facial contours.

The idea is to apply a patch directly to the area of concern rather than use a one-size-fits-all routine. The line began with a frown line patch and has since grown to cover the other areas.

Dallas – October 19, 2026 -- OptimalFit, a new AI-powered fitness platform, is available in the United States and Canada on iOS and Google mobile devices. Charter Member pricing is $19.95 per month or $199 per year.

Joel Freeman, creator of the BODi programs LIIFT4, LIIFT MORE and 10 ROUNDS, and his wife Megan Freeman, a PNBA Natural Olympia World Champion and NPC competitor, spent more than two years developing the platform. It launched October 18, 2026.

Nutrition and training run through one connected system

Users can set individualized nutrition targets, track food intake, create recipes and plan meals around their goals, dietary preferences and nutritional needs. Workout programming adjusts to equipment availability, schedules, fitness levels and changing circumstances.

Instead of rigid meal plans or disconnected tracking tools, nutrition stays linked to training and progress.

New York – October 16, 2026 -- Luvme Hair is promoting a range of wig lengths, textures and silhouettes for Fall 2026, with a short-wig styling guide and two dedicated collections for shoppers refreshing their look this season.

Instead of defining fall hair through one trend, the brand is emphasizing personal choice. Its human hair wig range covers straight, wavy, curly, textured, short and longer styles.

Fall short wig guide covers seven looks

Luvme Hair's Fall Short Wig Hairstyles guide explores seven fall-ready looks. They include dark plum waves, layered bobs, a soft pixie, cropped curls and face-framing curls.

The brand's Short Wig collection is aimed at shoppers who want shorter silhouettes or pixie cuts. The Glueless Wig collection offers styles designed around a more convenient wearing experience.

Brentwood – October 16, 2026 -- Patients who need recurring infusion therapy can book private-suite appointments, including evenings and weekends, at more than 160 IVX Health centers, and the network has now collected 10,000 five-star Google reviews. The company says the count was reached as of October 13, 2026.

Patients get private suites and flexible hours

IVX Health provides outpatient infusion and injection therapy for people with complex chronic conditions. Its centers offer private patient suites, flexible scheduling, and experienced clinical teams. The company says the locations sit close to where patients live and work.

Comfortable recliners, personal televisions, complimentary Wi-Fi and snacks are meant to help patients settle in during treatment. Dedicated care teams support them throughout each visit.

Youngstown, Ohio – October 16, 2026 -- Patients of Youngstown Orthopaedic Associates (YOA) will become Cleveland Clinic patients on November 1, 2026, when the practice officially joins the health system. The practice says it does not expect any interruption in care.

Dr. James D. Solmen retires October 31

Dr. James D. Solmen will retire from medicine effective October 31, 2026, after a career serving patients throughout the Mahoning Valley. Patients who saw him can continue their care with one of the practice's other orthopaedic physicians or podiatrists. The practice also apologized to Dr. Solmen for an earlier letter that wrongly listed his middle initial as "R."

Eugene – October 16, 2026 -- Patients who finish braces or clear aligners are advised to keep wearing a retainer, starting with full-time use and later moving to nightly wear, according to a HelloNation article featuring Dr. Ben Thornton of Thornton Orthodontics in Eugene, Oregon.

Why straight teeth still need protection

Many patients assume treatment is over once braces or aligners come off. The article says the retention phase protects results while the surrounding bone and soft tissues stabilize. Retainers hold teeth in their corrected positions and reduce the chance of shifting back toward the original alignment.

Shifting is common after treatment, especially during the first year.

Manassas – October 16, 2026 -- Meant, a telehealth platform for GLP-1 weight care, is promoting two features that run alongside the prescription decision: ongoing Care Coach support and a supplement kit on eligible plans.

Licensed providers decide on treatment, not Meant

Meant does not diagnose or prescribe. Eligibility and prescribing decisions are made case by case by licensed providers at its clinical partner, OpenLoop Health. Treatment is not guaranteed for every applicant.

A short online questionnaire is the first step

The program starts with an online health assessment, a brief questionnaire reviewed by a licensed provider. That provider determines whether a prescription is appropriate.

San Antonio – October 16, 2026 -- Memberships at the new Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will start at $9.99 per month when the $11 million, 50,000-square-foot gym opens in early 2027 at 2828 Goliad Road.

The facility sits in the former standalone Gold's Gym building, at the corner of Goliad Road and SE Military Drive. It will be run by Crunch franchisee The Undefeated Tribe and will be the first Crunch location to debut the new Crunch 3.0 design in this market, pairing modern aesthetics with enhanced functionality.

The gym packs strength, studio and recovery options under one roof

Crunch says the club will fuse fitness with entertainment. The amenity list includes: