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Desperate for a solution, I turned my face into a testing ground for numerous soaps and spot treatments. It was only after discovering the Carbon Theory Charcoal & Tea Tree Oil Facial Cleansing Bar that my great skincare experiment came to a close. To buy: $10 (was $13); amazon.com Charcoal is a superstar skincare ingredient, commonly used in products to help rid the skin of excess oil and debris. In the case of the Carbon Theory Bar, charcoal is featured alongside tea tree oil, which works together to rid your pores of dirt and debri without causing excess inflammation....

While all of those toppings are tasty in their own right, sometimes you want to give the old favorites a break and change things up a bit. The good news is that there are plenty of foods that taste delicious when sprinkled on top of a pile of dough, tomato sauce, and cheese, and you likely have many of them at home already. Keep reading for a list of creative pizza toppings that will take your next homemade pie to a whole new level....

To begin, tequila is produced from the fermented sap of blue agave plants grown in one of five Mexican states: Guanajuato, Jalisco, Michoacan, Mayarit, and Tamaulipas. It comes in a range of categories, including Blanco tequila, Reposado tequila, and Añejo tequila. As a rule of thumb, look for tequila bottles labeled “100% Blue Agave.” With that certification, you’ll be sure the tequila was distilled entirely from the plant and not mixed with other ingredients, like sugarcane....

As with the new sleep lamp from Casper, smart lights, and other lighting innovations, companies (and people in general) are finally wising up to the fact that low-quality lighting has a negative impact on our day-to-day. If you’ve adopted the use of blue light glasses, you’ve likely also read up on how too much light at night can mess with your Circadian rhythm, potentially hurting your ability to fall asleep quickly; low-quality lights that are too low, flicker, or have a glare (whether we notice it or not) can also cause eye strain and visual fatigue, further affecting our energy levels....

According to Whole Foods’ 2022 trend report, breakfast is going to be bigger than ever this year. It makes sense: Working from home has provided many of us with the time to finally sit down and enjoy a real breakfast during the week—waffles on a Wednesday, anyone?—over the old protein-bar-in-the-car routine of a past life. We’re welcoming this silver lining with open arms. To make sure you’re eating the healthiest foods for the most important meal of the day, we tapped nutrition expert (and breakfast superfan) Frances Largeman-Roth, RDN, for the most nutritious morning meals to jumpstart your day....

Compared to shopping at high-end furniture stores, buying IKEA basics and infusing them with your own style will save you hundreds of dollars—plus, when you control the details, you’re guaranteed a piece that matches your home’s personality. To inspire your next project, we’ve rounded up IKEA hacks that deliver serious wow-factor. IKEA has never looked more luxe. When Jennifer from Making Pretty Spaces revealed her revamped guest room for the One Room Challenge, the results proved that sometimes the most dramatic IKEA hacks are also the simplest....

An added bonus: all of these styling tricks can be achieved in a fraction of the time it takes to actually deep-clean your entire home. Once you’ve completed your weekly cleaning routine, take an extra 15 minutes to complete these styling tricks. It’s amazing what a difference a few folds, fluffs, and some fresh flowers can make. Fold Your Bath Towels Some of the best clean-home styling tricks are likely to be spotted in your favorite hotel....

Routinely overspending on online purchases is something I do, and while I have regretted only a few purchases, I can say with complete certainty that the $91 I spent on the Eberjey Gisele Printed Shortie Short PJ set was one of my best decisions. The first time I put the set on, I realized what my life had been missing—an incredibly soft set of sleepwear. To buy: $91 (was $120); eberjey....

We uncovered some must-see finds on outdoor wicker sofas, classic Adirondack chairs, and bistro-style dining sets, all up to 58 percent off. Plus, you might also recognize a few popular brands on sale like Shine Company, Christopher Knight, and Signature Design by Ashley with prices starting at just $56. Prime Day Patio Furniture Outlet Deals Shine Company Rockport Adirondack Chair, $94 (was $171) Furinno Tioman Hardwood Patio Coffee Table, $83 (was $130) Mastercanopy Pop-Up Canopy Tent, $136 (was $190) Christopher Knight Home Adriana Outdoor Wicker Table, $90 (was $122) Fokebel Offset Patio Umbrella, $56 (was $80) Caravan Sports Infinity Zero Gravity Chair, $83 (was $120) Christopher Knight Home Brigitte Outdoor Bistro Table, $128 (was $182) Signature Design by Ashley Beachcroft Outdoor Wicker Patio Sofa, $1,262 (was $1,360) Highwood Adirondack Folding Ottoman, $92 (was $219) Signature Design by Ashley Clare View Coastal Outdoor Loveseat, $689 (was $1,002)...

“The good thing about pedicures is that they’re not as noticeable as your manicures, so you can take color risks,” says Rita Remark, Essie’s global lead educator and nail artist. “People typically don’t look at their feet often enough, but whenever they do, the color should bring them some sort of joy,” adds Riyah Martin, editorial nail artist and color mixologist at ORLY Color Labs. So look away from dark, vampy hues and consider checking out some of the hottest pedicure colors of 2022, including bright, bold reds, pastels, and blues....