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....
Having tested them out for weeks, I’ve become fully convinced by Parachute’s Percale Sheet Set to swap out my sateen sheet habit for this Egyptian cotton option. The brand, known for its shopper-loved sheets and towels that have thousands of glowing reviews, is one of the Internet’s go-to destinations for investment-worthy linens, so I happily accepted when it offered to send me a set to try. And the hype is real: Parachute’s Percale Sheet Set, which has 1,400 five-star ratings, is so comfortable and breathable that it outshines all other cotton sheets I’ve tried....
Real Trees Provide Family Tradition Taking a plastic tree out of storage every year isn’t quite the same as heading to a Christmas tree farm or local nursery and bringing home a fresh, live tree. For many people who celebrate Christmas, a genuine evergreen is a festive and romantic symbol of family, tradition, and nostalgia. In many households, it’s a non-negotiable, seasonal staple. A 2019 survey for the Christmas Tree Promotion Board polled 2,000 American parents with children ages 17 and younger who celebrate Christmas....
The Umbra Gallery Frame Set already has more than 2,200 five-star ratings and hundreds of positive reviews. It comes with a total of five frames (two 4-by-6-inch frames and three 5-by-7-inch frames) that all hang from a modern beam. The best thing about it is you only need to use two screws on the beam to attach the whole set to your wall, rather than having to work through the hassle of hanging multiple frames....
But when you’re shopping, how do you know if those products will really live up to their promises? That’s where we come in! For years, Real Simple has been a resource to help you knock out everything on your to-do list with ease—and now, you can look to us for the trustworthy product recommendations that’ll make a difference in your life. We are committed to recommending the best products in every category, based on hands-on testing....
BHG DECEMBER 2022 HOLIDAY HOME BASE; pgs. 40-45 Designer: Chelsea Coulston; makinghomebase.com Mirror: French Country Wall Mirror, $80; target.com. Rug: Alexander Home Sahara Rug in Rose/Denim, from $113; overstock.com. Stockings: Cable Knit Christmas Stocking in Ivory, $15; target.com. Pgs. 42-43: Living room: Sectional: York Square Arm Sectional; potterybarn.com. Wicker coffee table: SAFAVIEH Jesse Wicker Storage Coffee Table, $224; overstock.com. Rug: Fringed Medallion Area Rug in Light Blue, from $88; rugsusa.com. Curtains: Ritva Curtains, $40; ikea....
The Blue Apron Summer Lobster Box has everything you need for an indulgent yet surprisingly light lobster dinner that comes together in no time. Plus, at about $30 per serving, this well-rounded meal is a steal when compared to what you’d pay for a lobster roll nearly anywhere else right now. The box is available now, but August 23, the last day to place an order, is quickly approaching. To buy: $119; blueapron....
That’s why when Saie, an internet- and editor-loved clean beauty brand, offered me a sample of its new Hydrabeam concealer, I was more than happy to test it out. Most of Saie’s products are known to act as both makeup and skincare; I’ve had it on my radar after hearing praise for its Sunvisor sunscreen that helps with uneven skin tones and shopper-loved Slip Tint tinted SPF moisturizer. While I was expecting Hydrabeam to live up to the hype, I was shocked when it really blew past my expectations to become one of my favorite new beauty products of the season....
The employee explained that the lightweight anti-frizz treatment would give me the silky blowout I had been seeking—and that the results would last me three to four washes. I was hopeful, so I purchased a bottle and followed the directions to start my journey. As usual, I shampooed and conditioned my hair and towel-dried it until it felt damp. Then I split my fine hair into chunks with my fingers and generously sprayed the product all over....
I’ve gotten used to the itchy fibers and wear wool frequently throughout the cold-weather months, but it is no friend to my dry winter skin. So when Rumpl’s newest merino wool blanket landed on my doorstep, I audibly gasped at how soft the materials were. To buy: From $199; rumpl.com. Rumpl is well known for its puffy, insulated outdoor blankets that are made for camping, picnics, and everyday lounging. It’s latest release is a collection of the softest merino wool blankets I’ve ever felt....
As I have explored Spanx (and purchased additional pieces on my own), I have come to sincerely admire so much more about this brand well beyond its jeans. I’ve found that the style, the fabrics, and the quality of Spanx pieces are unmatched. I love Spanx so much that I’m happy to pay full price, but there’s nothing quite like a sale—and the brand’s biggest sale of the year starts today and stays live through Monday, November 28....
The Imily Bela Knitted Sweater features a roomy fit with a high scooped neckline, two side slits, and a shorter hem length that easily tucks it into jeans, joggers, shorts, and under a belt. It’s made from a popcorn knit fabric with a faux-sherpa feel that customers have described as “cozy perfection.” To buy: $34 with coupon (was $36); amazon.com. “I am obsessed with this sweater. I’ve had it for two weeks and I’ve worn it almost every day,” one shopper raved....
The Sun Ninja Sand-Free Beach Blanket is made from 100 percent nylon that’s triple stitched to prevent wear and tear. It’s water- and rip-resistant and is 10 by 9 feet to fit up to seven adults on one sand-free surface. The thin and lightweight blanket has a carrying bag attached to the seams, so it’s super portable without taking up too much space in your beach tote. Bonus: The bag even comes with a bottle opener, so you can enjoy happy hour without thinking twice about whether the bottles are twist-offs....
While it might not always seem like it, there is, in fact, a difference between soaps, body washes, and shower gels, and that difference matters depending on your skin type and where you live. To figure out the best product to wash your body with, we asked Ilyse Lefkowicz, MD, a board-certified dermatologist specializing in general and cosmetic dermatology, and the global dermatologist for Head and Shoulders, for all the answers....
The Merriam-Webster dictionary, which defines s’mores as “a dessert consisting usually of toasted marshmallow and pieces of chocolate bar sandwiched between two graham crackers,” suggests the first known use of the word was in 1974. It appears the treat was a campfire staple long before the dictionary officially recognized it: The first known s’mores recipe was published in the Girl Scouts handbook Tramping and Trailing With the Girl Scouts in 1927....
But sometimes life gets in the way of saving as much as you’d like. Student loans, mortgage payments, and unforeseen financial expenses can completely throw off the best-laid retirement plans. However, it is possible to start in your 30s, 40s, and even 50s and still have enough to bid your day job adieu. In fact, proper retirement planning must be tailored to your current financial situation, as well as your future goals and dreams....
One of the best purchases I made for my first New York apartment was a simple cube organizer shelf from Target. Years later, I have two of these affordable, easy-to-assemble shelving units in my home, and until I save up enough money to invest in more high-end pieces, they’ll get the job done. Buy it: $70; target.com. Ideal for cramped dorm rooms, first apartments, kids’ rooms, closets, and garages, Target’s array of cube shelves makes organization easy and affordable....
One of the most popular home decor brands at Target is the collaboration between Opalhouse and Justina Blakeney’s Jungalow, which launched last summer—and it just dropped its latest home collection for spring. The new collection is filled with bohemian home decor, furniture, and kitchen items. It features bright colors, bold patterns, and soft textures, proving that spring decor is more than just dainty florals and light pastels. Spruce up your bedding with lively patterns like this black and white palm frond quilt that pairs well with just about any color scheme....
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