Last year, I decided it was high time to replace my bed pillows. As someone who is a stomach sleeper (much to the dismay of past physical therapists), it can feel like a tall order to find a pillow that elevates my head without causing my neck to remain in an arch that’s sure to leave me with a knot for days after. But my hope was restored when I found the Casaluna Medium Down Alternative Pillow....
Think of MC Squares as tiny, flexible whiteboards, roughly the size of your average sticky note. Like a whiteboard, they come with a special marker and have a shiny, washable surface, so you can write, erase, and repeat up to 2,000 times on each. On the back side, there’s a patented micro-suction material, which functions almost like an adhesive in that it sticks to stainless steel, glass, cabinets, and plastics....
I’m a big snacker. At 10 in the morning, I want a snack. And at 10PM I want another snack. I typically end up grabbing for empty calories like chips and cookies because they’re just there. As I’ve been trying to improve my eating habits, I’ve been really working on trying to snack better. After seeing Aimee’s monster cookie granola bites, I knew I wanted to try and make some using my favorite flavor profile – rocky road....
To buy: $250 (was $350); amazon.com. It has a HEPA filter and an anti-allergen seal to lock in 99.9 percent of small particles, like dirt, dust, dander, and pet hair. The brushroll has flexible silicone fins instead of bristles, so long hair won’t get tangled up in it. Plus, the high suction power cordless vacuum has a run time of 40 minutes when fully charged, and it picks up dirt from hard floors and carpets....
If you’ve done your research, you’re familiar with popular vacuum brands Shark and Dyson. Dyson has been a fan favorite for years with its highly recognizable purple color and powerful suction. Shark is not a newcomer to the cleaning scene, but it’s gaining popularity due to its design-focused vacuums and more affordable prices. Which vacuum is right for you? We put six popular Shark and Dyson vacuums head-to-head in several studio and at-home tests to find out....
If you’ve been curious about shiplap installation in your home, there are a few things to keep in mind before you start nailing wood planks to your kitchen walls on a whim. When we toured the home of photographer Stacy K. Allen, the blogger behind Mountainside Home, and spotted the meticulously-placed DIY shiplap throughout, we had to ask for her top design secrets. Insider Shiplap Tips “Some people just use plywood....
Sephora Rouge, VIB, and Insider members can take advantage of a tiered discount of up to 20 percent off, depending on your member status during its Holiday Savings Event. Now through November 7, be sure to use the code SAVINGS at checkout to get the deals. You can even score 30 percent off items from the Sephora Collection, no matter your membership level. And if you’re not a member, you can sign up to become an Insider for free....
In fact, the retailer has already dropped hundreds of cooling and breathable mattress deals ahead of the long weekend with discounts of up to 70 percent on top brands like Serta, Lucid, Tempur-Pedic, Purple, and Casper—to name a few. We’re talking over $550 in savings here, so you might want to start shopping now. Classic Brands Cool Gel Memory Foam Mattress, From $197 (was from $230) Nectar Gel Memory Foam Mattress, From $399 (was from $499) Casper Sleep Wave Foam Mattress, From $897 (was from $1,495) Olee Sleep Omega Gel-Infused Hybrid Mattress, From $161 (was from $540) Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud Prima Memory Foam Mattress, From $1,499 (was from $1,999) Tuft & Needle Mint Adaptive Foam Mattress, From $595 (was from $745) Lucid Memory Foam Mattress, From $294 (was from $334) Zinus Green Tea Cooling Hybrid Full Mattress, $250 (was $269) Purple Mattress, From $1,249 (was from $1,399) Serta Sheepless Night Memory Foam Mattress, From $449 (was from $499) Lucid Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress, From $339 with coupon (was from $478) Best Price Gel Memory Foam Mattress, From $180 (was from $289)...
If you haven’t tried anything from the brand yet, its skincare is beloved by bold names like Meghan Markle and Drew Barrymore, along with Real Simple’s own editors. Tatcha’s Rice Polish has legions of fans, and shoppers speak with the same enthusiasm about the Pearl Tinted Eye Illuminating Treatment, which smoothes wrinkles and brightens circles both instantly and, gradually, permanently. “Have never seen this dramatic improvement with any other product (and I’ve tried them all),” writes one shopper....
To buy: $65; amazon.com. The indoor pizza oven has top and bottom heating elements that can be individually controlled with a switch so that you can heat food from both or just one side for excellent results. The nonstick baking pan continuously rotates in a circle for even heating, and the manual timer “dings” to let you know your meal is ready—it will also immediately shut off to prevent overheating....
1. Incorporate natural decor. Incorporating plants is one of the easiest tricks for making your bathroom feel like a spa. Place potted houseplants on the floor, countertop, and other bathroom surfaces, or try hanging a potted plant from the ceiling. Be sure to choose plants that will thrive in a humid bathroom environment and in the light the space receives. If living plants aren’t suitable for your space or skills, set a vase filled with fresh flowers on a shelf or countertop, or decorate with faux plants or flowers....
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....
And yet, the interior was a different story. The house has a small footprint, and its original layout was far from efficient—which was made to feel more cramped with lots of stone work and dark colors. The living room did happen to have vaulted ceilings, though, it just needed to show them off more. “We knew the doors, windows, paint, and color scheme were going to play a huge role in this project,” DeSanti continues....
The Kitchen Cabinets Before Before the makeover, the kitchen cabinets had dated wood cabinet fronts. To start, the siblings added wood trim to the plain slab cabinet fronts to give them a Shaker style look. Once dry, they used the Rust-Oleum Cabinet Transformation Kit in a greige (aka, gray-beige) paint color to modernize the wood cabinets. The Kitchen Cabinets After After the budget-friendly refresh, this outdated kitchen is completely transformed. If you’re debating whether you should paint your own kitchen cabinets, Yolo has one tip: “Go for it!...
She was hired by a young couple with three children who had recently relocated from the Midwest to Silver Lake, an area known for its ties to Hollywood. “They moved here because the husband is a writer and showrunner, and the wife is a psychotherapist,” Eisenberg says. “Since they left their families, they often have longterm visits by their respective parents.” The couple wanted an enclave where their guests would get some privacy throughout their stay, but there was no way to make that happen within the original layout of their home....
When everything in your home has a place, it’s easier to solve everyday problems, even if it’s as simple as knowing where to find new batteries for the remote control. Being capable of fixing these minor inconveniences also enhances your sense of control and fulfillment because you know exactly where to look. To help you achieve the mental health boost that comes with an organized home, Carrie Peeples, owner of Atlanta-based home organization company Neatsmart, shares some of her best-kept secrets to help you get organized now so you can take back control of your space....
If you want to make your holiday a lot more chill, try these Thanksgiving organization ideas that’ll make the big day a whole lot easier. Make a Thanksgiving Game Plan Start your Thanksgiving prep early (perhaps even today!), to give yourself plenty of time to get organized. Know what you need As you prep your Thanksgiving menu and plans, start a separate list of all the ingredients, tools, and serving pieces you’ll need for each recipe—and for your overall hosting duties....
Baking family recipes and new favorites is a treat with the Pyrex casserole dish. Made of good-quality tempered glass, the baking dish is durable enough to withstand both hot and cold temperatures, making it ideal to cook in the oven and store food within the freezer. The glass design also lets you keep an eye on the cooking process, ensuring that your food is baked thoroughly, every time. And when you’re ready to take it out, it has large handles to make the process as smooth as possible....
Curling iron options run the gamut from traditional clamp models to clampless wands to automated irons that create perfect curls at the touch of a button. To determine which type is right for you, take the advice of Katelyn Ellsworth, a natural color and extension specialist and the founder of San Diego-based salon The Roslyn: “Get a tool that you will actually use. Learn how to use it correctly, and your hair will always look great....
We did the hard work so that you don’t have to, researching dozens of drugstore shampoos and evaluating their key ingredients, scents, sizes, and the hair types they’re ideal for. For a step-by-step breakdown of how to use shampoo and conditioner effectively, we spoke to Kira Byrd, founder of the natural hair care website Curl Centric. We also consulted Bridgette Hill, a World Trichology Society-certified trichologist, and Cody Renegar, a licensed cosmetologist with 25 years of experience in women’s hair care, for insight on how often you need to wash your hair (and what happens if you don’t wash it often enough)....
