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While it’s a common skincare concern, not many people understand its causes or the proper way to treat sebaceous filaments. So we spoke with three board-certified dermatologists to answer all of our questions. What Are Sebaceous Filaments? Sebaceous filaments are a normal part of the skin structure, explains Loretta Ciraldo, MD, a Miami-based, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Dr. Loretta Skincare. “They are tube-like structures that line our pores,” she says....

Luckily, you don’t really need an iron to get wrinkles out of clothes. In fact, many clothing care hacks require far less effort and time. It won’t even need a trip to the dry cleaner or for you to spend much, if any, money. However, the easiest way to get rid of wrinkles is to prevent them in the first place. After all, clothing doesn’t just wrinkle on its own....

A large wire wreath frame is perfect for making a succulent door wreath. You can also swap in a smaller version to make a beautiful centerpiece for the table. Just add votives in the center. What You’ll Need Large wire wreath frame4 bunches of spruce branches1 bunch of olive branches1 bunch of seeded eucalyptus branches (with tiny pods among the leaves)1 bunch of gray Berzelia branches (which look like mini pom poms)8 or 9 echeveria succulents (each 4 inches wide; or for a smaller wreath, each 3 inches wide)1 or 2 manzanita branches (from a flower shop) or nice twigs from the yardGarden gloves, shears, and 1 spool of medium-gauge floral wire...

We consulted Keith Lada, executive chef of The Skinny Pancake—an assortment of creperies founded in Burlington, Vt.—for his expert advice on how to make crepes at home. Keep reading for his pointers, a crepe recipe, and many sweet and savory ideas for different crepe filings. You’ll be making crepes at home in no time! What Equipment You’ll Need Chef Lada assured us that you don’t need to buy a fancy crepe pan to make crepes at home; all you need is a nonstick skillet, along with a rubber spatula for flipping....

How to Make Deviled Eggs First, boil your eggs. To do so, Real Simple’s preferred method is to fill a saucepan with water and add the eggs. Heat over high until the water comes to a boil, then turn off heat, keeping the pot covered, and let the eggs cook. Deviled eggs require harder yolks, so you’ll want to cook the eggs in this water for about 10 minutes. Then, remove the eggs from the pot and let them chill in an ice bath....

The best option is to simply minimize how frequently your hair is exposed to water. But since that’s easier said than done, you can also shield your shade by coating hair with a treatment before you hop in the shower. Try misting Aquis Prime Water Defense Prewash ($29; neimanmarcus.com) on dry strands; the mix of hydrating coconut oil and strengthening amino acids coats the hair, making it hydrophobic so that it won’t absorb as much water....

Like learning how to slice and dice an onion or how to peel a mango, learning how to chop (or mince) garlic just takes patience and practice. Garlic cloves are rather small, so improving your knife skills here, particularly if you’re working toward a mince, will help you out with any recipe, no matter what you’re chopping. What You’ll Need Cutting boardChef’s knifeGarlicGarlic press How to Peel Garlic Peeling garlic is a must: The papery skins are not pleasant to eat....

“To understand color fading you need to understand the anatomy of the human hair shaft,” says Aaron Brandford, a colorist at Cedric Salon in New York City. “The outermost layer is the cuticle, which resembles a scaly snakeskin under the microscope. The inner layer, protected by the cuticle, is the cortex, where pigment resides. The concern for hair color relates to both the cuticle and the cortex, and how these two layers interact with three variables: heat, water, and sun....

There are many delicious methods for how to cook mushrooms, but we think roasting them is one of the best—the high and dry heat can bring out all their savory, meaty, deeply complex flavors. But even roasting can lead to soggy-textured mushrooms. Thanks to their spongey structure (similar to eggplants), mushrooms are highly prone to emitting a lot of moisture as they cook. It’s near impossible for mushrooms to brown until this water has evaporated, because the moisture makes it difficult for them to reach a high enough internal temperature....

Canned cranberry sauce is made with fresh cranberries that are cooked in water, sweetened, cooked again until the berries have broken down, and poured into cans. Ingredients typically include cranberries, corn syrup, water, and citric acid (a preservative). Interestingly, canned cranberry sauce does not contain gelatin or pectin because cranberries themselves have a high pectin content. Read on for tips on prepping canned cranberry sauce and how to impress guests when you serve it....

However, living with others is not always easy—especially when it comes to talking about money. A survey by Apartment Guide on roommate experiences found that more than one in five people had argued with their roommates regarding finances. “Having a roommate can help someone save money, but finances can make or break the experience,” says Khari Washington, broker and owner of 1st United Realty in Southern California. It’s hard to talk about money with friends (much less people you don’t know very well), but it’s necessary to have an honest discussion when you’re going to be living with them....

And why not leave the harsh chemicals behind while you’re at it? Crack open the windows, press play on a new audiobook, and read on for a room-by-room breakdown of DIY cleaning concoctions you can whip up using many of the essential ingredients found right inside your home (more all-natural solutions in our comprehensive guide). Not the DIY type? Discover our top picks for green cleaning products that can be purchased at a store near you....

First, you’ll need to become familiar with the main adversary to any cookie’s freshness: air. Prolonged exposure to open air makes starchy foods stale. Air exposes these foods to greater evaporation (even if through just a slit in a plastic bag), making them dry. Think of a drink left out overnight: There will be less of the liquid in that cup in the morning, and cookies work in a similar way....

Perfume Degradation Perfume degradation starts the moment you open the box. Even though primarily decorative, perfume boxes actually serve a super important purpose in keeping the fragrance away from light, preventing oxygen from getting inside the bottle, and maintaining a stable temperature. While boxed, the fragrance doesn’t have much exposure to oxygen until the first whiff, and so any internal changes will start from there (like a wine after it is uncorked)....

When you’re inactive for long periods—think sitting at your desk, commuting, or watching TV for hours—the muscles that move and stabilize your hips can get tight (or, more technically, short). A large muscle group called the hip flexors—which originate in your low back and cross over your hips and are largely responsible for hip flexion (any knee-to-chest movement)—can tighten and constrict when they aren’t stretched, strengthen, and utilized (or moved) frequently enough....

We asked hairstylist Tatum Wetzel to share a game-changing waterfall braid tutorial to elevate your next romantic occasion (complete with a secret stylist tip). This cascading waterfall braid with curls is easy to recreate and helps show off those long locks in a whimsical, flirty way. What You Need Elastic bandsHair pinsTexture powderHairsprayBrush and comb Remember: Grab a new piece of hair from above the braid that’s forming, place it in the middle, and drop it down....

Aside from my collection of workout-ready leggings, my go-to stretchy pants are a pair of lounge leggings from Alo Yoga. While you could certainly tackle a yoga or Pilates class in these moisture-wicking tights—they’re made of a softer version of the brand’s performance fabric—I prefer wearing them to run errands and relax at home. The high-waisted leggings have a thick ribbed waistband that feels comfortable, not restricting, around the lower part of the stomach....

To buy: From $255 (was $300); amazon.com. This hybrid mattress combines the comfort of memory foam with the support of an innerspring, featuring multiple layers of both. At its base, a perimeter of 360 individually wrapped coils provides body contouring and lumbar support, while atop, three layers of upholstery-grade support foam, soft quilt foam, and temperature-regulating high-density gel memory foam combine to form 3.25 inches of cushioning. The result is a padded mattress that provides the firmness you need and the comfort you seek, together setting the stage for the type of restful sleep you deserve....