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Who it isn’t for: People who don’t want a battery-powered pepper grinder. This two-in-one combo set is perfect for people who want freshly ground pepper and salt but don’t want to have to go through the trouble of buying a separate salt grinder. Both grinders are electric, come with two grind settings (fine and coarse), and even have a light attached to the mechanism. This light allows you to better see how much salt and pepper you are putting in your dishes, which helps prevent overseasoning....

To find the best blackout curtains, we spent hours researching the market and evaluating various styles based on factors such as material, size, heading type, and overall value. We also tapped three interior design experts—Leslie Murphy, founder and creative director of Murphy Maude Interiors; Stephanie Sullivan, design consultant at Stoneside Blinds and Shades; and Shaolin Low, interior designer at Studio Shaolin—for advice on what to look for when choosing a set of blackout curtains for the bedroom....

To find the best bath mats, we thoroughly researched the market and analyzed the most promising options based on style, material, price, and method of care. We made sure to include multiple types—including memory foam and wood options—and various price points on our list. For tips on how to maximize the life of your bath mat, we consulted Jessica Samson, a cleaning expert at The Maids. Our top pick is L....

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With a sitewide sale happening until 11:59 p.m. on December 20, Biossance’s products—including this best-selling face oil—are all discounted with code GET25. To buy: $56 with code GET25 (was $74); biossance.com. As its name suggests, the oil includes Biossance’s key ingredient across all of the brand’s products: squalane, an ingredient that comes from sugarcane and helps the skin to retain moisture. The other main ingredient, vitamin C, evens out skin tone and boosts elasticity to keep skin smooth and free of fine lines, while rose extract gives skin a much-needed glow during the winter....

What is a Roth 401(k)? Some employers also give you access to a Roth 401(k), which you may use instead of or in combination with a traditional 401(k). This account requires you to pay taxes on the money as you put it in, but then you can make withdrawals tax-free during retirement. That may mean you’ll get a bigger tax bill now than if you opt for a traditional 401(k), but the trade-off could be more money in retirement....

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To buy: $27; amazon.com. “I am amazed at the quality of these towels given their price,” noted one reviewer who said the towels are “very well made” from “high-quality materials.” Another shopper, who has purchased four sets of the towels over several years, called them “excellent.”

The easiest way to pair wine with food is to think about the region that your food—or wine—comes from. If you’re eating tapas, for instance, consider a Spanish wine like Albariño or Rioja. Pair rich French food, like beef bourguignon, with a full-bodied French wine, like Merlot or another red Bordeaux. That being said, there’s an even easier way to ease the art of wine pairing. “Simply select and serve wines that pair well with the widest variety of foods,” says McLennan....

The good news: Multiple generations under one roof has its benefits, including a more connected family, emotional support, help with childcare, and shared expenses. But to keep your home from feeling overcrowded, a strategically designed house makes all the difference. We found three house plans that accommodate big families, with ample space and privacy for all. You’ll find open layouts where you want them—spacious kitchens with room for more cooks!...

Living among this commotion day in and day out became too much very quickly. Since I couldn’t get out of my lease, I needed to get creative. My quest for quiet led me to the magic of Bluetooth and its plethora of compatible products, including the Silensys E7 Active Noise Cancelling Headphones and the Toksel Visible Bluetooth Transmitter Receiver.I used the headphones and the transmitter together to listen to my TV, because on any given night, I wouldn’t be able to hear it against my neighbors’ competing entertainment system....

The Tangkula coffee table may look like your average living room centerpiece, but with a swift lift, it becomes a desktop and reveals a hidden storage space, aside from the three cubby shelves already included. The modern farmhouse exterior also makes it look surprisingly stylish for being so functional, and its “hydraulics [are] very smooth upon opening and closing,” according to a reviewer, which is a refreshing change from creaky springs or accidental slams....

To buy: $24; amazon.com. “Great little T-shirt dress! The material is sturdy, opaque, and soft (even more so after one wash and dry cycle),” wrote a five-star reviewer. “I feel like this will go across seasons well with a sweater or jacket over for fall and spring,” added another shopper. To keep you comfy while you’re wearing the dress, the brand added even more features beyond just the lightweight fabric and the aforementioned double pockets....

The “psychology of cuteness” might sound made up, but it has roots in research going back to 1943. Here’s what to know about the science of cuteness and why tiny objects—both natural and artificial—have the ability to make us feel happy and comforted. The Origins of Cuteness Psychology Even if you don’t recognize his name, you’re probably familiar with the work of Konrad Lorenz, a German ethnologist who introduced the concept of the baby schema (“Kindchenschema”) in 1943....

The stylish bamboo box is an ingenious invention made exactly for people like me who have an abundance of electronics and a complete lack of patience for messiness. It’s wide enough inside to fit two power strips side by side, and tall enough to jam all of those wires and cables into it with the lid closed completely. In a matter of minutes, those dozen glaringly obvious black and white cords went from everywhere to absolutely nowhere, and now I’m eternally grateful for the geniuses at Teyga....

The ″must-have″ moisturizer is enriched with skin-loving ingredients that boost collagen production and restore elasticity to aging skin. The all-organic line-up features hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, green tea, jojoba oil, and lastly, 2.5 percent retinol, which together reduce a plethora of concerns—and users have seen such transformative results, they even included photo evidence alongside their reviews. One person shared a before-and-after to highlight the reversal in sun damage on their sensitive skin, while another wrote that the cream “surpassed [their] expectations” on improving stubborn acne scars alongside their photos....

To buy: $45; amazon.com. Though it is a blanket, the design works like an oversized sweatshirt. The exterior is made from soft microfiber, while the interior features warm teddy-style fleece. Unlike a traditional blanket, however, this one includes a sweatshirt-like front pocket, sleeves with cuffs, and even a hood. You can tuck your legs inside while sitting, and the blanket is also short enough to not touch the ground if you stand or walk around....