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Biossance’s hydrating oil’s ingredient list is right in its name: 100 percent squalane, an emollient that locks in hydration. The body’s natural production of squalene decreases with age, which can lead to dryness. That’s where the sugarcane-derived oil comes in, keeping the skin’s microbiome healthy and helping the products you layer on top of it penetrate even further for better results. To buy: $19 (was $32); biossance.com. It also works to improve elasticity and plump up skin (read: fill in fine lines) for a more youthful appearance....

Made with durable plastic, the BPA-free colander has a sturdy design that’s waterproof, allowing you to wash your favorite summer fruits and vegetables like grapes and zucchini right in the container and then leave them to dry. It has little perforated holes in the bottom, which let water drain through into the sink without any mess. To buy: $17 (was $20); amazon.com. What sets the in-sink colander apart from traditional bulky ones is that the Blue Ginkgo strainer has an expandable design that extends from about 15 inches to just under 20 inches....

As convenient as comfy clothes may be, our clothing choices—even (or especially) when we’re at home all the time—can impact our mood. If what we wear affects our confidence at the office, the same could be said of our work-from-home-wear. The good news is, it’s easy to pull ourselves out of a lack-of-fashion rut, according to Tan France, Queer Eye’s resident fashion and style expert. How does what you wear impact your mood?...

Combine ¾ cup light brown sugar, ¾ cup water, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer and stir to dissolve sugar. Remove pan from heat and cool completely. Refrigerate syrup in a covered container for up to 2 weeks. Makes ¾ cup.

Enter the new group of people on TikTok who swear by applying deodorant all over their bodies. Yes, all over. From their thighs to the stomach and feet. But is applying deodorant all over your body safe? We asked board-certified dermatologists Jaimie DeRosa, M.D., and Ramya Garlapati, M.D., FAAD, to share their insights on the trend. How does deodorant prevent sweating? There’s an important distinction here to note first: Deodorant itself actually doesn’t stop sweating—it’s the antiperspirant that accomplishes this....

Before we get into the cup holders, car mats, and car cleaning products, let’s address some general car cleaning tips that will help keep your vehicle in good shape, longer. Toss the trash. Every single time you leave your car, where you’re going into a store or arriving at home, throw the trash away. Trash is the biggest mess maker leading to mystery odors, spills, crumbs, and stains, explains cleaning expert and author of The Cleaning Ninja Courtenay Hartford....

However clean you try to keep your car, though, when times get hectic, extra stuff tends to build up inside it. And it’s hard to filter out what you need from what you don’t and keep it all organized—you probably do need to keep a phone charger in there, and an extra pair of shoes could come in handy someday. Add in a weekend road trip or long-haul shopping trip, and you’re sure to have a good bit of build-up inside your vehicle....

Make Ahead Dip can be made up to 1 day in advance; cover and refrigerate. Top with oil and paprika just before serving.

If the base still seems too liquidy, let the mixture stand for a few minutes to cool and thicken before adding it to the pie crusts and baking. Serve with some roasted asparagus for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

Both turkey brining techniques have their benefits—they’re easier than mid-roast basting, for one—but both also have drawbacks. The choice to dry brine or wet brine a turkey depends on how much time you have, how much space you can allot to the process, and how much effort you’re willing to give the showpiece of your Thanksgiving Day dinner. Dry Brine vs. Wet Brine Both techniques work the same way; they both infuse the turkey’s meat with salt, which breaks down muscle protein strands in the meat....

Humorous Marketing In response to the brand’s launch, many have predictably pointed out that the celebs likely don’t do as much of their household cleaning as, well, the rest of us. But the lighthearted brand is clearly in on the joke, with tongue-in-cheek marketing images that include Teigen doing laundry while dressed in couture. Having been close for years, Jenner says that Teigen’s sense of humor (she was even a judge on the comedy competition show Bring the Funny) was one of the reasons she was excited to work with her on this collab....

Finish the tagliatelle pasta with more walnuts and thyme leaves. The result is hearty, comforting, and original. This recipe serves four, but a hungry duo wouldn’t be hard-pressed to polish off the entire batch. Serve with a light, peppery red wine like Pinot Noir or an acidic white like Gruner Veltliner.

The concept of a quiet room is a little like a she shed or a man cave in that it’s about designing a space that suits your particular preferences and needs; unlike these gendered places, though, a quiet room is specifically intended for introverts of all types who need a space to recharge. “I believe every home should have a quiet room, where people like me can retreat to process our day, recharge our internal batteries, and recover from the toll of functioning in a world that’s designed for extroverts to succeed,” says Rachel Cannon, an interior designer and introvert....