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When I got married, I was showered with sweet gifts from loved ones, all from my registry. However, there was one item I didn’t register for but received anyway, thanks to a family friend who firmly believes no kitchen is complete without it: the OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Silicone Spatula Set. Well over a year later, and I can confirm she was right. The silicone spatulas have held up to my nightly cooking for all this time, and they’re just like new—impressive given the number of times I’ve burnt water or boiled over a pot of spaghetti....

Oui the People is a BIPOC-woman-owned brand that reimagined the shaving experience with its Instagrammable single-blade razors. It has evolved into developing seriously good personal care products devoted to sensitive skin types. The brand recently launched its long-awaited, first-of-its-kind Melting Body Balm, and I had the opportunity to try it ahead of time. To buy: $95; ouithepeople.com. The plant-based retinol alternative derived from sea fennel extract to boost collagen and stimulate cellular turnover is what makes this body balm so unique....

When Coop sent me The Original pillow in a queen size to try, I was a skeptic. As a product reviewer, I’ve tried many different pillows, but none have made me want to give up the memory foam basics I’ve slept on since college. I’m picky enough that even one night of sleep with a pillow I don’t love turns me into the likes of the Princess and the Pea, so venturing into the unknown sounded unappetizing....

To buy: $22 (was $48); amazon.com. All-day comfort is made possible by the bra’s cool comfort fabric that wicks away moisture and features four-way flex to help it conform and move with your body. With 22 colors to choose from ranging in sizes 32B to 42DD, it’s no wonder many reviewers have bought multiple. Plus, it’s easy to find your perfect fit with the brand’s helpful bust measurement guide and size calculator....

I found the Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream after tossing out what was supposed to be my go-to summer moisturizer, because it didn’t heal my flaky skin and left a major white cast thanks to the SPF. The affordable Versed cream, however, is dramatically different from the one I was forced to get rid of. The cream is blended with key hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, algae extract, vitamin E, and squalane that replenish the skin’s natural moisture....

“I have very fair, very sensitive, and acne-prone skin. This helps significantly with making my skin feel smooth [and] hydrated, and most importantly, it takes down the redness,” writes one such reviewer. “I’ve recommended it to my friends, they all love it as well.” To buy: $11 (was $15); amazon.com. Those with rosacea and dry, flaky skin saw similarly exciting results, and some said the $11 moisturizer even bested products from pricey brands like La Roche-Posay and Kiehl’s (one shopper coins it “a secret treasure”)....

The Oak Essentials Restorative Mask is made with hydrating and anti-inflammatory organic honey (which the brand points out is a natural humectant, or something that keeps things moist) and free radical-blocking avocado oil, which is rich in vitamin C, too. The mask also has sea buckthorn fruit oil, which has vitamins C and E, is rich in omega-7 for collagen reproduction, and has beta carotene, an “antioxidant powerhouse” that naturally helps slow skin’s aging process....

As you stock and keep your pantry and refrigerator filled with your favorite cans and sodas, the go-to way to keep everything in line is to stack them. But when cans of any kind are loose, they have a tendency to tip over, roll, and it all quickly becomes a jumbled mess. To prevent any mishaps while still saving space, shoppers have found multiple uses for the Homeries can dispenser and organizer bins....

Most homes are painted in three different color groups, with the siding one color, the trim a second color, and doors and shutters a third color. There are exceptions, of course, especially for historic homes such as Victorians, which have their own color conventions. Bright colors are often used for trim, doors, and shutters, so repainting your front door red sounds like a good idea. However, painting the garage door red will draw attention to it at the expense of other, probably more interesting, aspects of your home....

Lighter Ceiling = Brighter Room If you’re hoping to brighten up the room, New York-based interior designer Mikel Welch says that brushing the same color and finish on the walls and ceiling might not be the best choice. “For increased lighting in a dimly-lit room, opt for a shade lighter on the ceiling. As a general rule of thumb, I would go 20% lighter on the ceilings,” he says. However, if the room is naturally sun-drenched, you can probably get away with the same color on the walls and ceiling....

Create a Luxurious Guest Room Channel what you love about a great bed and breakfast with basics that include an iron, spare hangers, and an alarm clock, says interior designer Young Huh. Bonus points for water, a box of chocolates or mints, and a note with your Wi-Fi password. Overnight guests will appreciate a no-fuss setup of hand sanitizer, hand cream, and other toiletries just in case they forgot theirs. To prevent guests from stumbling over suitcases, Joanna Goddard of A Cup of Jo suggests keeping a luggage rack in the guest room....

But with smart plugs, your smartphone, and a little work on your part, you can make it so much easier. Imagine simply saying, “Alexa, make it festive,” and having your lamp lights dim, your holiday lights come on (inside and outside)—and your favorite holiday songs start playing. And the best part? You can get started with around $100 in basic smart home products for a pretty nice setup. (Though if you really want to splurge, you’ll find some amazing products that’ll make you look like a pro....

Behind the scenes, we’re hard at work making over every square inch of the home, but we wanted to share with you a sneak peek at the “before” images of the house during construction, below. Then, meet the design team. Check back often and follow along on our Instagram for more updates! The 2021 Real Simple Home “Before” Located on a corner lot in a charming neighborhood, this 1910 house is finally getting a long-awaited update....

Pollio had been working for years to slowly incorporate texture and color into her white box of a home, where her husband, Dan, and their four kids were always running inside and out. “We also have a handful of pets—dogs, kittens, bunnies, and chickens—and this past summer our family worked on a garden together,” she says. “We really enjoy being outside and exploring.” As Pollio balanced these activities with her home’s transformation, she particularly wanted the epicenter of their comings and goings to be a place that showcased her classic style....

“This was meant to be used as the formal living room, thus the fireplace, so I originally began the design with that in mind,” says principal designer David Samuel Ko of Maison Ko. “But as my clients realized that they were working from home more and more and weren’t going into the office as much, we decided that it would be best used as an office.” The space is set right off the home’s front door, and its first impression was one of turquoise walls with white detailing along the wainscoting and trim....

For sizing context, I typically wear a 32DD bra size (though it can be 32DDD, depending on where I’m shopping), and I find the medium size of the Colsie bralette offers the perfect amount of coverage. The nylon-spandex material hugs me just enough to keep everything in place and provide adequate chest support—it’s taut, but not restricting, and remains impressively breathable. My other friends, 32D and 32C, also think the medium size fits them well....

Now through April 9, you can browse over 7,000 patio deals, including patio furniture, dining sets, outdoor rugs, outdoor lighting, patio cushions, umbrellas, fire pits, and grills. There’s even a section for small-space patio furniture that’s ideal for balconies or small porches. You can even snag a trending egg chair for $110 off. Instead of scrolling through all 50 pages of deals, we’ve rounded up the 10 best deals to shop....

We spoke with Tamika Sims, Ph.D., senior director of food technology communications at the International Food Information Council, and FDA public affairs specialist Veronika Pfaeffle, about the dos and don’ts of Thanksgiving food safety. “The USDA’s FSIS advises that the proper way to thaw a turkey or any other type of meat is to not leave it out at room temperature or anywhere it might fluctuate in temperature,” explains Sims....

Top 10 Fall Allergy Air Purifier Deals: GermGuardian GG1100W 7-Inch Pluggable Small Air Purifier, $34 (was $50) Pure Enrichment PureZone Mini Portable Air Purifier, $35 with coupon (was $50) Toppin TPAP002 HEPA Air Purifier, $43 with coupon (was $60) Renpho Air Purifier, $43 with coupon (was $90) Aroeve H13 HEPA Air Purifier, $50 with coupon (was $70) Pure Enrichment PureZone Air Purifier, $100 (was $130) Medify MA-25 Air Purifier, $160 (was $200) Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier, $160 (was $250) Coway Airmega True HEPA Purifier, $199 (was $230) Hathaspace Smart Air Purifier, $230 (was $300)...

Whether you’re setting up camp, finalizing your backyard patio, or looking for ways to bring the outside into your own home, there are tons of different hammock options to fit your exact needs. Hammocks come in different sizes, materials, and weight capacities to fit different purposes. The best hammock for you depends on where you will place it. Outdoor hammocks must be able to stand up to the elements, says Joe Demin, CEO of Yellow Leaf Hammocks....