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We did our research to find answers to some of these common questions surrounding the ultra-convenient germ-fighter. Here’s the good news: You don’t have to quit your habit of using hand sanitizer altogether—you just have to know the right way to use it. The CDC recommends washing your hands for at least 15 seconds to ensure all areas of your hands get a thorough clean. Just make sure you are just as thorough when applying hand sanitizer as you should be when using soap and water: The thumbs, fingertips, and between the fingers are commonly missed spots in hand sanitizer application, according to the CDC....

The beauty experts agree that the right beauty roller can make all the difference in your skin. Deciding on a roller is dependent upon what results you hope to achieve. As for myself, I was interested in the promise of reduced redness and a possible solution to puffy eyes that came with Kiramoon’s Moon Globes Freezable Facial Massagers. To get the most out of the Moon Rollers, Kiramoon suggests placing the tools in a freezer or fridge for no longer than 30 minutes....

Ideal for wearing underneath a skirt or a dress, the seamless shorts sit below your natural waist and have a six-inch inseam that goes down to your mid-thigh. The silhouette and material keep chafing and sweat at bay, no matter how hot and humid the weather is. They’re made of stretchy, lightweight fabric designed to feel easy and comfortable as it adjusts to your body shape. Plus, they come with a gusset liner so you can choose whether or not to wear underwear with the shorts....

To give new plants the best shot at thriving, check the hardiness zones for each plant (listed below). When you only plant varieties that will survive in your zone, your front yard has a better chance of growing well. Hardiness Zones (for Garvinea): 7 to 10 Hardiness Zones: 9 to 11 Different types of hosta are suited to survive in different hardiness zones, so check the preferred temperatures for that specific variety before bringing it home....

Though wide-legged, the jeans aren’t reminiscent of the ultra-baggy styles you might recall from the ’90s that are (somehow) making a return among young people who missed out on the trend the first time around. No, these have a fitted high waist that tapers into a wider leg with a hem that hits above the ankle on most depending on height for a classic yet trend-friendly style. Madewell’s “Heritage Stretch” material, which is made from cotton, Tencel, and lyocell, provides the already slouchy fit with enough give to move with your body, unlike traditionally rigid denim....

Our caller this week, Blair (not her real name), a 33-year-old journalist in New York City, is weighing the costs of parenthood as she watches her friends freeze their eggs, and deciding whether or not to become a parent. “It took me 11 years to figure out how to be financially stable on my own—is all of that going to go out the window once I have kids?” she asks....

The first step on the path forward, according to expert Lynnette Khalfani Cox, author of Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom, is getting a handle on exactly how much debt you have—something many people fail to do. Look at repayment options to find one that works with your income and other obligations, and that still allows you to save and meet your goals for the future. “I am often asked which one should I do first,” Khalfani Cox says....

We were motivated to try the UK-based brand when we learned it was inspired by a mother and daughter’s bond. “My oldest daughter came home from school one day and said she hated her hair. I was like, ‘I don’t want you to have the same story as me,’” says founder and CEO Michele Scott-Lynch. Thus, Bouclème was born in 2014. “[That moment] was a great catalyst for me to change that for her and other young girls and boys....

The answer for me was the Nutribullet Smart Touch Blender, the newest launch in the brand’s line of affordable blenders. The Smart Touch is the most powerful full-size blender Nutribullet has released yet, featuring a 1500-watt motor that can pulverize even the toughest ingredients like celery, carrots, and frozen mango. A 64-ounce vented pitcher, complete with a locking lid and integrated pour spout, is designed to extract the highest amount of nutrients....