Recently, Billie Eilish posted a photo on Instagram, showing off her fresh newly-dyed fiery red roots. The ends have kept their trademark jet-black color, and her hair has been put up in space buns. The singer captioned the post, “Remember me?” reminding us of herself and her super funky and crazy hairstyles. But how could anyone ever forget?

As we mentioned before, the black and red two-toned style, known as the Gemini hair trend, became viral on TikTok. The name comes from its dual color palette – just like a Gemini, this look has two different sides to it. Named for the twins of the Zodiac, this is a look in which one half of your hair is often your natural color or close to it, and the other half is a bright, contrasting shade.

Of course, fans went crazy over Billie Eilish’s look and filled the comment section with compliments. Most of them were surprised, sharing comments like “BILLIE ARE YOU KIDDING ME” or “Huuuuh, is this real??” On the other hand, some fans are already falling for the trend and are willing to try it themselves, as expressed in comments like, “No, I wanted to do this! Now everyone is gonna say I copied you!”

So, it is obvious that Billie Eilish is in her Gemini era. Gemini may be an air sign, but this look is absolute fire! The hairstyle is the actual epitome of Gemini people – fun, extroverted, and creative. Would you dare to try it yourself? Take Billie’s example and go for something bright this summer!

If you’ve never heard of oil pulling, brace yourself, as this technique can be a total gamechanger in your oral care routine. This ancient method is making a comeback in modern times, and for good reason. It’s sustainable, easy to do, and it has the experts’ stamp of approval.

Oil Pulling — a Millennia-Old Practice

The ancient technique of oil pulling originated in India about 3000 years ago. In its essence, it’s a method of removing harmful bacteria and reducing inflammation in the mouth by using vegetable oil as mouthwash. Dr. Rashmi Byakodi, editor and BDS of Best for Nutrition, explains that people turned to oil pulling to treat various oral problems and to strengthen their gums and teeth. Traditionally, sesame oil was the most used one, and coconut oil was a strong second.

The good news for all oil pulling enthusiasts out there is that you can choose just about any type of vegetable oil you prefer as they all have great health benefits for your oral hygiene. Sunflower oil, olive oil, grapeseed oil, you have many choices, and they’re all good!

The Benefits of Oil Pulling

By using oil as a mouthwash, you are essentially killing harmful bacteria in your mouth. This benefit is backed by research. A 2016 study revealed that oil pulling significantly reduces the number of bacteria in saliva. In addition to that, this oral care practice reduces bad breath. It is as efficient as chlorhexidine in alleviating halitosis. A side perk of using oil as a mouthwash is that it enhances the luster of your teeth by removing plaque.

Multiple studies have shown that the benefits of oil pulling extend beyond oral health. Experts believe that this technique can also reduce the risk of systemic diseases, including asthma, migraines, and diabetes.

How to Do Oil Pulling at Home

Practicing oil pulling is easy. Just take a tablespoon of vegetable oil in your mouth, swish it around your mouth for about 15 minutes, and then spit it into the garbage. Whether or not you should brush your teeth afterward is up to you.