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The Firm Ground lotion from Versed combines retinol (a type of vitamin A) with moisturizing ingredients like squalene, vitamin E, and cocoa butter. Suggested for use on areas including the chest, knees, and elbows, Firm Ground addresses signs of aging that traditionally occur on drier areas of the skin. To buy: $18; versedskin.com. Skin irritation is often a common side effect of retinol use. While experts confirm that your skin will gradually adjust with continued use, Firm Ground aims to reduce that experience from the start, using an encapsulated version of retinol....

Shark’s Ion Robot Vacuum can sweep up all of that dirt, crumbs, and pet hair for you and make cleaning so much easier, according to Walmart shopper reviews. But the best news? Walmart just cut the price of the Shark robot vacuum in half before its Labor Day sale is even in full swing, so you can get it for just $149 right now. An absolute steal! If you’re not sold on the idea alone that it vacuums your home for you, the Shark Ion Robot Vacuum features three different brush types—side brushes, channel brushes, and a multi-surface brush roll—to sweep up dirt on rugs, kitchen tile, and hardwood with no problem....

Health Benefits Also known as yuca, mandioca, or manioc, cassava is a shrub native to South America that is harvested for its starchy roots that are used as a rich source of carbohydrates and nutrients. Today, cassava grows in tropical and subtropical climates, including Brazil, Central America, the Caribbean, West Africa, and Southeast Asia. Cassava looks similar to a sweet potato or yam with thicker skin. Its flavor is light, neutral, and starchy....

And we’ve even managed to do a few road trips with our EV—though a long one last year was definitely a different experience than our old gas-powered road trips, with a longer wait time to refuel, and a little bit of a detour to find the fastest charger. That’s one of the biggest hurdles people have on their road to buying an electric vehicle. In fact, a recent survey by Consumer Reports found that 61 percent of people said that charging logistics—when and where they’d be able to charge their cars—would likely prevent them from buying an electric car....

If you want to give the gift of an amazing experience, here’s how to do it—no gift wrap required. But sometimes it pays to think a little outside the box, to see if your gift recipient might be interested in trying something new. My parents may not have taken up pottery as a hobby, despite enjoying the pottery class I gifted them a couple years back. But they have returned to the shop several times to buy the owner’s handiwork....

With a week off in between jobs, it was the ideal time to take a cheap, last-minute flight somewhere. Anywhere. Far enough to feel like an adventure, but not so far that I couldn’t get back for work Monday. Newly 30, this would be my first “adult” vacation—a solid week at budget hotels instead of friend’s couches or crushed into a crowded hostel—and my longest time spent alone. There was the pull to go somewhere new, experience a foreign language, cross some threshold of maturity....

But don’t contemplate an entire overhaul just yet. You might just need a few simple swaps and additions, according to Doris Day, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York. “Take a look at how your skin changes, and adjust or switch out the products accordingly,” she advises. “In general, you need to be careful to use more gentle cleansers and richer moisturizers.” To keep skin happy and hydrated—and flaky freakout-free—follow these dermatologist-recommended skincare switcharoos to execute a seamless transition....

Depending on where and how you camp, you may not need everything on this list. (Especially if you’re glamping—then you probably can leave the toilet paper at home!) And if you’re bound for a national park, don’t forget to check out the “Know Before You Go” section on its website for any additional items you might need, such as bear spray or a bear-proof container for your food. Pick and choose from this list based on when and where you’re going—and have a great time outside....

That being said, not all bronzer is created equal. Bronzer gone bad can be really bad. Orange, streaky, unnatural…we’ve all seen it. The key is to choose a shade that looks like a deeper shade of your own skin tone; it should read as neutral, rather than orange. Application is also key to ending up with the most natural-looking end result. One, make sure your skin is totally dry, and that it’s not still tacky from any foundation or concealer....

Happiness memoirs focus on the author, usually on one positive change they made to improve their life and their outlook. Sometimes this change is as simple as a shift in mindset. In other books, the author had to make a 180-degree flip to turn their life around. Other books offer wisdom. Many nonfiction authors have overcome astounding hurdles in their lives to get where they are today. Some of the most empowering books don’t focus on the endpoint of success....

When it comes to design, do you insist on a natural stone or would a manufactured, composite material fit the bill even better? Then consider the overall design of the room, so you can be sure the countertop you love will work seamlessly with the cabinets, flooring, and other design choices. Whether you have a traditional, modern farmhouse, or contemporary kitchen, here are all the different countertops to consider. See our simple guide below and read on for more details about each kind....

As a Korean-American beauty editor who fell in love with beauty through the lens of Asian culture, the spike in violence toward the AAPI community is deeply disheartening. The beauty industry is also rife with racism—and a general lack of acknowledgment—towards Asian culture (don’t even get me started on fox eyes), despite how much it has contributed to it. I’ve also struggled with feeling overlooked by a Western-dominated industry that capitalizes on our ideas yet doesn’t want to embrace us back....

The latter is much easier said than done—it’s far too easy to find yourself feeling faint in hot and humid weather, trying (without success) to remember the last time drank had a glass of water. No longer. Sipping iced tea is one of the most delicious modes of making sure your body is getting the proper hydration it needs. But before you splurge on the $7 passion-infused tea drink at the pricey café, let it be known that you can make your own iced tea in minutes that tastes 10 times better....

In my experience, the best way to keep a New Year’s resolution up to speed is to pour a little money into it, more than a casual purchase. A gym membership is easy to cancel. The shame of seeing a stationary bike in the corner that you haven’t touched? Far more motivating. When your workout’s a mere ten steps away, the excuses tend to feel flimsier. You may already be an exercise aficionado, eager for those post-Christmas sales to beef up your home gym—and your muscles....

If outdoor gatherings are on your mind, grilling might be, too. After all, nothing brings people together better than good food. An accessory set complete with spatulas, tongs, and other necessities can support your cooking endeavors and help you entertain—and feed—dozens. Beachside getaways on the agenda? Accessories like cooling towels and portable wine glasses. Along with these gizmos, we found everything from portable waterproof speakers to sand-proof picnic blankets available now to shop—and all under $50....