The derm says: “Using SPF 50 or higher is fantastic, but you are all your exposures that occur over your lifetime—increasing your risk of premature aging and brown spots."—Doris Day, MD, dermatologist in New York City and cohost of The Gist on YouTube Prevent new spots: The derm says: “Apply your normal sunscreen to your lips too, and carry an SPF lip balm for frequent reapplication. There are even tinted lip stains with SPF now....
Speaking from personal experience, I get it. But here’s a positive PSA: You can reap all of retinol’s smoothing, brightening, firming, and breakout-busting benefits, without hardcore irritating your skin. Enter bakuchiol, an alternative route you can take to achieve similar, transformative results sans retinol’s infamous irritation. When used effectively, it should significantly improve lines and wrinkles, pigmentation, and overall firmness and elasticity. My sensitive skin usually freaks out at the touch of retinol, so I’m no stranger to bakuchiol....
Even if you haven’t had a similar wake-up call, chances are good that you could be underpaid and not know it. “We’ve been socialized, as women, not to talk about money,” says Sallie Krawcheck, co-founder and CEO of Ellevest, a digital investing platform for women. “But that means we don’t know how much we should be making, and we don’t negotiate pay raises as often as we should.” If you have a gut feeling that you might be working the same job for less money than your coworkers, it’s time to research an exact number and then speak up....
Here’s what realtors aren’t saying: If you’re going to sell, now’s the time to negotiate a lower commission from that listing agent. Negotiating a realtor’s commission will save you tens of thousands of dollars—and could permanently change how you handle future sales. What’s a real estate agent’s commission anyway? Traditionally, real estate agents charge 5 percent to 6 percent of the final sale price, with the seller paying the entire commission....
While you may already be prepared to tackle some of the routine maintenance that comes with owning a home, like replacing air filters andcleaning the gutters, unforeseen damages and repairs can set you back financially. In fact, according to home insurance company Hippo’s 2021 Homeownership Report, 77 percent of homeowners dealt with an unexpected issue that needed repair within the first year of ownership, and 53 percent of those homeowners said the cost of those repairs ranged from $1,000 to $5,000....
What You’ll Need: Dish soap Scrubber sponge Silicone pan scraper Dish towelBaking soda How to Clean Enameled Cast Iron:
The term “prime” is directly related to the USDA beef grade given, which is the highest standard. Prime rib is renowned for its even and abundant marbling, the amount of fat weaved with lean meat, and is most commonly found in restaurants, hotels, and prestige butchers. In everyday supermarkets, the best grade of beef is typically USDA Choice, which is still high quality but has less marbling—and good news, the meat will not be lacking in flavor and tenderness....
As your farmers market finds shift through the season, you’ll be treated to an entirely new slew of vegetables (and fruits!) to throw on the grill, thus bringing out new flavors and textures. To make the most out of your grilled vegetables, read on. The Best Vegetables to Grill “All vegetables can be amazing,” says Taylor-Brown. “For me, the most transformed by the grill, either because the smoke pairs with the natural flavors so well or the sugars caramelize beautifully on the grill, are eggplant, asparagus, portobello mushrooms, carrots, broccolini, and thin-sliced potatoes—aka grilled French fries....
Just like some other alternatives, chickpea flour is incredibly nutritious, and rich in important vitamins and minerals. Not only does it have less calories than traditional white flour, it contains substantial amounts of protein, fiber, folate, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and manganese. Chickpea flour is also known to be better for digestion and may keep you fuller for longer periods of time. The only downfall to most flour alternatives is that they tend to be more expensive than standard white flour....
You can serve them as-is, skewer them for easier eating, or arrange them around a larger charcuterie board at your next gathering. Whatever you do with the final result, this chocolate-covered strawberries recipe won’t disappoint.
How to Make Mashed Potatoes in a Blender First, cut your desired quantity of potatoes into 1.5-inch chunks, and cook them in salted boiling water until tender. (If you’re really in a hurry, use a microwave.) You can peel the potatoes first, but why bother? If you’re looking for variety in your mash, try tossing in a bit of cooked parsnip, celeriac, or turnip, which adds more vitamins and fiber to the dish and is a great way to change things up a tad....
One of the top ways to reduce food waste is to arrange your fridge in a way that you’ll know exactly what you have—information that can then guide your cooking and eating to ensure nothing goes into the trash. Mise en place, the French term for “putting everything in its place,” is typically used in reference to your setup when cooking. But this idea applies to your kitchen as a whole, including your refrigerator....
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Here’s how to pit olives like a pro Working one at a time (you can build up to a few at a time once you get the hang of it), put an olive on your cutting board. Place the flat side of your knife over the olive. We like a chef’s knife for this because it allots plenty of surface area. Place the heel of your hand on the knife right over where the olive is sitting underneath....
If you’re a sensitive sleeper or lack the ability to sleep on the move, red-eyes may be exhausting. Here’s the silver lining high above the clouds: You—yes, even you—can actually sleep on an airplane, but you need to follow a few strategies. You know the rules of what you can bring on a plane—consider these the rules of a sleep-supportive flight. From the decisions you make the day of takeoff to your carry-on packing strategy, here are some tricks of the how-to-sleep-on-a-plane trade, straight from frequent fliers....
The good news: With a few simple tricks to reduce the amount of fresh produce we toss, we could have a massive impact on the environment (and on our grocery expenses). One of the most common mistakes that leads to food spoilage is storing fruits and vegetables too close together. A build-up of ethylene gas will cause them to go bad. The produce with the greatest amount of this compound are apples, melons, apricots, bananas, tomatoes, avocados, peaches, pears, nectarines, plums, figs, and some other fruits....
Reader question: They say you shouldn’t wash your hair that often, but shouldn’t I wash it after a workout? How can I wash it less? — @lromance16 Washing your hair is a cyclical nightmare. OK, maybe nightmare is a bit strong, but it certainly takes away from your precious sleep time and is something you just can’t seem to escape. The not-so-funny irony is that we wash our hair because it gets oily, but washing produces more oil....
Looking for a staycation idea? Try camping out in your own backyard.
Next time you’re powering through a Sunday meal prep session, enlist your multi-cooker for help making these delicious dish components. They’re super-versatile, so you can mix and match ingredients as you prep lunches and dinners throughout the week: salads, sandwiches, stir-fries, grain bowls, and so on. The best part about the Instant Pot is that cooking is hands-free, which means you can cook a week’s worth of meals and spend some quality time with your couch and a glass of wine simultaneously....
