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The popular stick vacuum is versatile and hard-working, which is why shoppers are obsessed with it. Even better? The Inse vacuum is currently on sale and has a hidden coupon, resulting in an impressive discount—up to 71 percent off. That brings the price down from $700 to just $203, but only for a limited time! To buy: $203 with coupon (was $700); amazon.com. The vacuum has two powerful suction settings that allow you to pick up small particles like dust and hair as well as bigger bits like crumbs and dog food....

To buy: $10 with coupon (was $13); amazon.com. Thanks to its ease of use and compact design, this jar opener quickly became one of my favorite kitchen gadgets. The stainless steel clamp and teeth are durable and rust-resistant, and the hard plastic handle features an ergonomic design that ensures the device can handle heavy-duty jars while fitting comfortably in my hand. The corkscrew-like design allows me to fully customize the grip to fit almost any jar in my home, with lids measuring from 1 to 3....

“I am one of those people that generates a lot of body heat when I sleep, so I am happy to report this mattress pad has been perfect,” one reviewer wrote. “It does not make me hot at night! I guess that “cooling ultra-tech bamboo blend” really does work. Highly recommend this product!” To buy: $45; amazon.com. “Recently purchased a nice 10 inch memory foam type mattress. Loved the support it provides, but woke up hot each morning, ugh!...

The GIST, a YouTube channel created by Allergan (the pharma company behind some popular injectables like Botox and Juvederm) and hosted by five world-renowned board-certified dermatologists—Dr. Doris Day, Dr. Jeanine Downie, Dr. Sabrina Fabi, Dr. Ava Shamban, and Dr. Ruth Tedaldi—works to demystify all of the fluff that surrounds the beauty industry and get down to the facts. One episode, titled “Aging By The Decade,” explores the various skincare concerns that you should be addressing at each decade of your life, and of course, how to treat them....

To buy: $28; amazon.com. “The length is just right and it is a light, fall-like sweater that flatters and doesn’t overwhelm my small frame,” wrote a shopper who titled their five-star review: “Perfect!” Another reviewer, who was looking for a lightweight option to wear in Houston, said that the sweater is “flattering” and runs “true-to-size.” The cardigan is available in 21 bright and neutral colors, like light gray heather, oatmeal heather, and caramel, and comes in sizes ranging from XS to 6X....

The gadget responsible for this apparent magic? BWDM’s shower head filter. The metal bulb simply screws onto the pipe containing your shower head and strains impurities and harmful chemicals out. The results are noticeable, with many shoppers noting it only took a matter of days to make a difference in their hair, skin, and allergies. To buy: $21 (was $40); amazon.com. The 15-stage system is what contributes to those drastic changes that reviewers have experienced....

If retinol isn’t an option for you, there are alternative ingredients that offer similar advantages—most famous of which is bakuchiol. The all-natural retinol alternative has antioxidant properties that give it similar anti-aging properties, but bakuchiol is much less irritating by comparison. And people who are eager to try out the ingredient can’t stop praising Tula’s Wrinkle Treatment Drops Retinol Alternative Serum that puts bakuchiol front and center; reviewers with dry and sensitive skin actually said it left their faces “smoother and with a better glow....

How to Make TikTok’s Parmesan-Crusted Potatoes Just like any TikTok recipe, Parmesan potatoes are more of an art than a science. That is, there are several ways to make these delicious potatoes, but here’s a tried and true method to get you started. How to Customize Parmesan-Crusted Potatoes If the basic Parm potatoes recipe above isn’t for you, consider tweaking it to better suit your taste. As you’ll see, the recipe is ridiculously easy to customize....

If you’re wondering what a KF94 mask is or how it differs from a KN95 or an N95 mask, here’s the deal: N95 face masks are the gold standard in personal protective equipment (PPE). However, those are best saved for healthcare workers who need them on the frontlines. So the next best things are KN95 masks, the Chinese version of N95s, and KF94s, the Korean version of N95 masks. KF94 face masks, including Vida’s latest kid-friendly designs, are high-quality masks made in South Korea that have a filtration efficiency of 94 percent and a unique shape that lets them remain breathable while keeping out particles....

If you’re planning (or just dreaming about) a closet, room, or whole-house renovation, heed this word-to-the-wise advice from homeowners who’ve already been through it, so you can pull off a savvy, remorse-proof redo. Your Budget Homeowners often underestimate the cost of updates. “We discovered that renovating a small kitchen in our area costs at least $30,000,” says Lindsay from Arlington, Va., who ended up having to take out a second loan to pay for repairs to her recently purchased ranch....

There are lots of options to enjoy it—including kefir grains, kefir milk, coconut kefir, and kefir yogurt—plus lots of questions. (Starting with what, exactly, is it?) Here’s a helpful rundown on everything you need to know. What Is Kefir? Kefir (pronounced kuh-feer) is a fermented milk drink, made from a combination of bacteria and yeast fermentations, that originally hails from the Caucasus area (the mountainous region dividing Asia and Europe)....

What to Do If You Lose Your Credit Card First off, don’t panic—losing your card doesn’t necessarily mean it’s been stolen. “Start by putting a freeze on your credit card,” says Sara Rathner, a credit card expert with Nerdwallet. “That means no new charges can be added to your card, but it can still make recurring charges.” In other words, your Netflix subscription won’t be interrupted if you’re waiting for your card to turn up between the couch cushions at home, or in the wristlet you took to a restaurant last night....

It’s important to remember that your ideal credit score depends on your personal situation. Some of these factors include, “Socioeconomic standing, systemic issues that may contribute, the type of jobs you have and can get, how likely lenders are to deal with you,” says Jake Hill, CEO of Debt Hammer, an online platform that helps people get out of debt. The general rules of thumb for keeping a good credit score are paying your statement every month, only applying for credit when you need it, and having low credit utilization, which means only using a small percentage of your total credit limit according to Matt Frankel, a certified financial planner and credit card expert with The Ascent....

You may have seen the claim that 60% of skincare products absorbs into your bloodstream—and only takes 26 seconds to get there. However, these are just a couple of the oft-cited stats that have recently gained popularity, despite not being scientifically backed. To finally set the record straight and eliminate misinformation, we turned to cosmetic chemists, dermatologists, and skincare experts. Keep reading for their insights into how the skin functions, and what really happens once skincare products are applied....

“Mushrooms, in general, are thought to work with the skin’s natural renewal processes,” explains Hadley King, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. White truffles, in particular, tout unique properties that make them even more beneficial for addressing a host of different complexion (and, more specifically, age-related) concerns. “White truffles contain a variety of bioactive compounds, including fatty acids, amino acids, vitamin C, and other antioxidants,” says Joshua Zeichner, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City....

This rendition is the one to make your go-to, thanks to streamlined steps and a spot-on flavor combination. You’ll start by boiling the cauliflower until just tender (get the oven mitts out for this step), which allows the salted water to season from the inside, and then roast evenly in the oven. You’ll add grapes and planks of feta to the baking sheet, which bring sweet and salty depth to the dish....

This sleeping arrangement might sound crazy at first, but if you’ve ever had a sleepless night because of your partner, it makes sense—and other couples have latched onto it. Snoring, tossing and turning, blanket hogging, temperature differences are all common complaints among couples who sleep in the same bed. According to a OnePoll survey for Slumber Cloud, 12 percent of American couples have filed for a sleep divorce, and 30 percent have discussed it....

Whether it’s a smelly dishwasher, mysterious shower drain smells, pets, kids, or even unwanted moisture, many side effects of everyday life can fill your home with a less-than-pleasant scent. If you can’t figure out where that ghastly odor is coming from, check these likely causes. You might find the culprit where you least expect it. Trash Can This one seems obvious—garbage stinks, after all. Little spills and crumbs can build up over time and form bad odors inside your can even if you empty it regularly....