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“Look for a cleanser that not only cleanses the surface oils, makeup, and dirt, but has active ingredients that clarify the pores and gently exfoliate the skin,” says Dr. Deanne Mraz Robinson, president and co-Founder of Modern Dermatology in Westport, Connecticut. “The best face wash for those with oily skin should be oil-free, non-comedogenic, and fragrance-free,” says Dr. Lindsey Zubritsky, also known as the Derm Guru on TikTok, where she recommends the best skincare products to her followers....

To find the best cooling sheets, we tested 68 sheet sets in our Lab and evaluated them on quality, texture, breathability, durability, and value. Our testers gave their honest feedback on a variety of bamboo, percale cotton, and eucalyptus sheets—all of which are known for their cooling properties. For expert tips on what to look for in cooling bed sheets, we tapped Shannon Maher, assistant professor of the Home Products Development department at the Fashion Institute of Technology....

According to Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD, sleep expert and chief medical liaison at Philips Sleep and Respiratory Care, the foods we eat directly affect our gastrointestinal activity, neurotransmitters, and our post-prandial insulin response—and all of these processes play into whether or not we have a restful or restless night of shuteye. “The time and regularity of meals can affect your quality of sleep and metabolism, too,” he says. So, what are the best—and worst—eating habits for sleep?...

Grandma’s Brownie Cake A few years ago my grandma gave everybody in the family a cookbook of recipes that she loves along with some fun stories to go along with it. Talk about vintage recipes right? Some of them I’m not sure how to try because ingredients aren’t readily available anymore. Some of them have been family favorites for years like this homemade chicken noodle soup and pizza loaf. And some of them – like his chocolate brownie cake – have become new favorites!...

My Favorite Holiday Punch My husband and I are completely different when it comes to drinks. He drinks water, and I drink pretty much everything else (like this strawberry citrus mocktail!). I love water but can only drink so much of it before I need something a little stronger like juice or a yummy sparkling non-alcoholic holiday punch like this one. I originally created this recipe back in 2014 and it’s still one of my go-to holiday punch recipes every single year!...

“Any changes you make on your house now should increase your home value later,” says Kermit Baker, project director for the Remodeling Futures program at Harvard University. But which projects will increase your home value? We know home remodeling costs can add up. Take a look at this list, starting with the upgrades most likely to recoup your investment, and get ready to appreciate your space more than ever. One note: No home upgrade is going to completely pay for itself....

To buy: $6; ikea.com. To buy: $13, ikea.com. “Its price is so much more affordable than similar systems at other retailers. It’s also durable and can radically transform a storage space for the better,” she says. The best part? It’s adaptable, so it can meet your storage needs now and in the future. To buy: $153, ikea.com. RELATED: How to Organize Your Closet in 30 Minutes Flat When you’re taking on an organizing project or KonMari-ing your entire home, a FRAKTA is an organizer’s best friend....

To choose a plant for a specific spot in your home, you’ll want to keep two things in mind: plant care and your home’s aesthetic. Certain houseplants have different needs when it comes to sun exposure and humidity levels; so you won’t want to put a plant that needs full sun in a windowless bathroom or an air plant in your sun-drenched living room when it prefers indirect light. Additionally, you don’t want a plant to stick out like a sore thumb and ruin a whole room’s décor....

Do certain packing materials work better for different types of home decor? Are packing peanuts all that bad? In a world where sustainability is a priority, how can we make our packing habits more eco-friendly—or even zero waste? To help make your next move easier, I’ve asked a handful of moving experts some of your most pressing packing material questions—with any luck, your next move will be much smoother as a result....

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The down alternative comforter is super lightweight and comfortable enough to use during any season. Down alternative means that the comforter contains a synthetic fill inside, rather than the feathers you see in traditional down comforters. In this case, the cooling comforter has 100 percent microfiber filling. This helps keep the comforter on the lighter side, rather than weighing you down with heavy filling as you sleep. Its box stitching secures everything in place throughout the night, and it won’t clump up if you do decide to put a duvet cover over it....

A clean angle broom with synthetic bristles is the secret weapon in this hack from Jill Nystul, creator of the blog One Good Thing By Jillee. The long handle means you won’t have to bend down, so your back and knees will thank you. And if you have a handheld showerhead, use it to rinse the tub. This could be the easiest way to clean a tub ever! Follow these simple, pain-free steps to get your bathtub sparkling clean in no time....

Luckily, we’ve stumbled across a genius solution. Australian baker Katherine Sabbath posted a cake slicing video on her Instagram account that has the Internet going wild (it’s already been viewed 1.2 million times). Instead of cutting the layer cake into traditional triangles, Katherine slices the cake horizontally into one-inch thick slabs, and then cuts each slab into one-inch rectangular portions. She presses a plastic cutting board against the slab as she slices it to keep it steady as it separates from the cake....

The top-rated tower fan has so much cooling power, one customer said, “sometimes it gets TOO cold.” The fan has five sound and cooling levels to choose from, so you can easily find a setting that suits your comfort level. The tall, slim design doesn’t take up too much space, and it can be programmed to shut off after a certain amount of time, so you don’t have to worry about leaving it on when you leave the house....

Moscow mule slushies are incredibly easy to make—they require nothing more than all the ingredients you’d regularly use to make a Moscow mule with some extra ice and a quick whirl in your blender (read: no fancy slushie machine necessary). They’ve got a lot more kick and significantly less sugar than the frozen drinks you’ll find in a restaurant, too. And instead of being served in a dodgy fishbowl, Moscow mules come in classy copper cups that help keep your cocktail cold and make you look like a hero of a hostess....

To buy: $11; amazon.com. Each of the four tools in the set are designed to target different cleaning needs, but they’re all just as useful. The whole set is held together in a convenient clip, so you can easily store it without losing sight of either one of the two brushes. Grab the loop brush head for cleaning handheld blender blades, or use the chisel scraper on its opposite end for tough grime on stovetops, plates, or between narrow edges....

If you’re unsure what deals to shop during Prime Day, why not head for the sales on essentials you know you’ll use non-stop? The Shark IQ Robot Vacuum is one that will see plenty of use throughout the summer and the rest of the year, and right now it’s marked down to $300. The biggest selling feature of this robot vacuum, compared to others, is that you can forget about it for up to 45 days because it’s a bagless model with a base that automatically empties itself whenever it’s full....

In addition to being a sturdy 10-hook coat rack, the Vasagle organizer is also a shoe holder and bench. It’s the kind of hallway or entryway essential that shoppers say can completely clean up and makeover their space. “[It] transformed my doorway from being a clutter of shoes,” one reviewer wrote. Another praised its “incredible” functionality: “This serves a lot of purposes in my small space,” they wrote. “Keeps my house way more clean and organized....