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Over the next several days, Real Simple readers can take advantage of an exclusive sale code for the On the Rise Firming Serum. Save 20 percent on each bottle when RISE20OFF is applied at checkout. To buy: $16 with code RISE20OFF (was $20); versedskin.com. Here’s why this limited-time offer is not to be missed: The firming serum reverses signs of sun damage, stress, and loss of elasticity almost instantly, according to reviewers....

According to data from expert services site Taskrabbit, people are increasingly requesting expert help for creating rooms oriented around wellness (physical and mental) in their homes, even specifically searching for help establishing music rooms, meditation spaces, libraries, and home gyms, to name a few specific spaces, and Taskrabbit bookings that mention wellness have increased by nearly 200%, the site reported in its 2022 Trend Report. Wellness covers an extensive range of both physical and mental activities, from those more traditionally associated with health, like working out, to more lowkey stress relievers, like crafting, and the variety of uses for wellness rooms reflects that....

If you’re looking for home and kitchen deals, you’ll find tons of items that will help you prepare for holiday cooking, like this Le Creuset Dutch oven that’s 47 percent off and this set of four Staub baking dishes that’s 54 percent off. For the fashionistas, there’s a lot of clothing and accessories on sale, too. Check out this classic Longchamp tote bag that’s 20 percent off and these heeled booties that are perfect for any occasion....

The Utopia Bedding standard size pillows arrive in a set of two, and it’s important to note they are hypoallergenic. Rather than down filling, both pillows are filled with polyester fibers and encased in cotton covers. Between the fill and the covers, the pillows are able to “conform to the natural curves of your body,” which allows the pillows to be favored by side, back, and stomach sleepers, according to the brand....

To buy: $15; amazon.com. Not only is Bake Buddy’s silicone mat naturally nonstick, but it’s also anti-slip so you won’t have to deal with it sliding around your countertop while trying to knead dough. All four sides of the mat have ruler marks in inches so you can easily measure long pieces of dough or pastry for breadsticks or shortbread. You’ll find conversion charts for weight, liquids, and oven temperature, allowing you to quickly switch between numbers for recipes....

“Our dryer had stopped drying properly and had a very weird smell it was imparting onto our clothes. To our shock, under the lint trap was a mass of disgusting hair and dust, which we could NOT reach,” shared a five-star reviewer who turned to both of the tools in the set to “scoop out the nastiness.” After completing their cleaning, they said, “Our dryer is back to perfect working order now!...

Determine Your Energy Company’s Peak Hours Peak hours and rates will vary depending upon your energy company and area, so check the company’s website for more info. For a Brooklyn apartment with energy supplied by New York City’s provider, ConEdison, a quick search revealed just how dramatically prices can vary: From June 1 to September 30, peak rates from 8 a.m. to midnight cost 23.07 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh), while midnight to 8 a....

The curated set comes in three aesthetically-pleasing, playful color schemes (aptly named poolside, park picnic, and beach day), and include four key items: the Picnic Tote, reBowl, mini reBoard, and Almost 4-inch Knife. It all rings up at $150 for the collection, but you can also purchase the items separately if you have your eye on just one or two products. To buy: $150, materialkitchen.com. It gets better: The whole set is sustainably made....

When dampened with water, the E-Cloth mop head works like a magnet to strip away dirt and residue, including mold and bacteria like E. coli and listeria that can cause serious illness. You simply run the microfiber head under water, wring it out, and attach it to the mop base using the hook-and-loop fasteners. As you sweep across the floor, the tiny fibers attract and trap the grime until you rinse it away under the faucet....

To buy: $38 (was $48); amazon.com. “​​I was skeptical of O’Cedar’s claim that this mop would clean my hardwood kitchen floors with just plain water, but it cleaned far better than almost any mop I’ve tried (even the dried stuck-on gunk),” shared one five-star reviewer. “I love this mop,” began another shopper, adding, “The microfiber gets in every nook and cranny in my wood floors. You can feel how clean they are afterwards....

To buy: $4 (was $8); amazon.com. “We had a HUGE problem with small gnats (I thought they were fruit flies!) everywhere in our house,” shared a reviewer who learned the bugs were from their houseplants. After trying the traps, they wrote, “They work wonders!” Another reviewer who called the traps “a great buy” said, “The adhesive is strong—once they land, those little suckers aren’t going anywhere.” Other than the fact that the traps work, according to shoppers, another highlight is that you can use them inside and outside thanks to their waterproof and UV-resistant design....

What Is Target’s Fall Designer Collection? Whether your wardrobe needs a more serious overhaul or you’re looking for a few finds to incorporate into your everyday or special occasion rotation, Target’s Designer Collection lets you shop from more than 100 items in clothing and accessories. The designer collections, curated from three designers for the 2022 season, are available in-store and online starting on October 9, but they’ll likely sell out quickly, so grab your picks while they last....

Sure, you could argue that the occasional MIA status of a product you’ve only just fallen in love with and learned to incorporate into your weekly meals is just part of the adventure of shopping at TJ’s, but there’s no denying that it can also be incredibly frustrating. After all, Trader Joe’s has an entire page on its website dedicated entirely to discontinued product feedback. In the latest episode of the Inside Trader Joe’s podcast, co-hosts Matt Sloan, vice president of marketing, and Tara Miller, marketing director at Trader Joe’s, delve into exactly why some of your favorite TJ’s products have been discontinued....

Sure, you could argue that the occasional MIA status of a product you’ve only just fallen in love with and learned to incorporate into your weekly meals is just part of the adventure of shopping at TJ’s, but there’s no denying that it can also be incredibly frustrating. After all, Trader Joe’s has an entire page on its website dedicated entirely to discontinued product feedback. In the latest episode of the Inside Trader Joe’s podcast, co-hosts Matt Sloan, vice president of marketing, and Tara Miller, marketing director at Trader Joe’s, delve into exactly why some of your favorite TJ’s products have been discontinued....

But there’s a better, easier make-ahead smoothie method in town—and you can forget your smoothie packs altogether. And ditch the smoothie pops. Secret # 1: Mason Jars You probably already have some mason jars in your cabinet. Next time you whip up a big batch of smoothies), pack it up in mason jars and stick it in the fridge. Though mason jars get a lot of play these days as drinking glasses and vases, their main function is to keep food fresh by creating an airtight seal....

Turn Vintage Rugs into a Stair Runner To create a soft landing on this staircase featured on One Kings Lane, interior design Megan Pflug pieced together multiple vintage runners with similar color schemes and coordinating patterns. If you’re considering carpeting your staircase, this DIY runner could turn a boring staircase into a statement piece. Swap in a Rug for a Throw Blanket If you have a spare rug that you consider too pretty to step on, drape it across the bottom of your bed instead, as artist Sharlene Kayne did, above....

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....

In fact, the percentage of the essential omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) found in flaxseeds is the highest of any plant source, making this quite the superstar superfood—despite its small size. Nutrition experts break down the top health benefits of flaxseeds and share extra tips on how to add them to your diet so that you can reap all the rewards. History Though flaxseeds have recently gained official superfood status, research shows that they’re one of the oldest cultivated crops, grown since the beginning of civilization....

“Typically, when a property has made note that it is being sold ‘as-is,’ there are issues the seller knows about, and they want the buyers to work those issues into their offer prices rather than expect the seller to make any repairs,” says Mark McDonough, president of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Winans in Dallas, Texas. Selling a home as-is isn’t as simple as telling buyers that they’ll need to handle any repairs themselves, though....