A Scalp Steam Treatment Can Unlock Your Hair’s Potential—Here’s What to Know Before Getting One

Does this hair growth method really work? Monet/Abobe Stock Sometimes, creating the best regimen forhair growthstarts right at the rootquite literally. We spoke to hair care experts about how scalp steam treatments can benefit hair. Photo:Monet/Abobe Stock What Is a Scalp Steam Treatment? Scalp steaming is a therapeutic hair treatment that uses warm steam to cleanse and hydrate both scalp and hair. Can Scalp Steaming Help Hair Growth? Start by cleansing your hair with shampoo....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 112 words · Dr. Cynthia Vasquez

A Simple Guide to How Much Mulch You Need for Your Garden (Plus, How Often You'll Need to Replace It)

You’re going to have to do a little math to find your magic number. KPD Images/Getty Images Mulch does a lot more than create an aesthetically pleasing backdrop for your favorite garden plants. Generally, they fall into two categoriesorganic mulches and inorganic mulches. Photo:KPD Images/Getty Images Other inorganic options include seashells, rubber mulch, marble chips, and even recycled tumbled glass. Inorganic mulches tend to be a bigger investment, but they require fewer replacements....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Scott Everett

A Sleek Device That Plays Soothing Bird Songs, Plus 5 More Clever Items We Love

Courtsey A pop-upsaunayou can have at home for under $300?? Markers that work on pretty much any surface (calling all crafters!)? A tumbler that filters out microplastics, bacteria, and other harmful stuff from your drinking water? Photo:Courtsey This week’s Clever Items are really clever. Didn’t think so. This one is also lead-free and comes in six pretty colors. Photo by Totter and Tumble Luckily, Totter and Tumble exists. They’re also reversible, so you could switch things up when you tire of one side!...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 166 words · Mark Smith

A Stable Sleep Schedule Is the Key to Living Longer, Says New Study

Not sleeping enoughor even sleeping too muchcould hinder your quality of life as you get older. Anastasiia Bid/Getty Images We already know thatsleeping too much or too littlecan cause adverse health effects. But how does a stable sleep schedule impact our ability to age successfullyand what does aging successfully even mean? Photo:Anastasiia Bid/Getty Images Here are the findings, which highlight the need to prioritize sleep schedules for improved longevity. What Is Considered Successful Aging?...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 165 words · Sheena Cole

A Storage Box That Keeps Cheese Perfectly Fresh, Plus 5 More Clever Items We Love

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Stylish weights for at-home workouts, a plant propagation station, and dry-erase magnets for fridge memos. Food52 Calling all cheese lovers! Photo:Food52 A Plant Propagation Station Photo by Amazon Looking to expand your plant collection? Make propagating a little easier (and prettier!) with this standalone “station” that comes with five tube vases and a wooden base. Photo by Lifting the Mood...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 97 words · Brooke Johnson

A Stylish Pill Compact, and 5 More Editor-Loved Clever Items Starting at $7

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. We found a folding cutting board, a stapler for holiday lights, and a key organizer. Also on the list: a key organizer that I’m mildly obsessed with (the colors! Photo:Dosey ), a gadget for easier gift wrapping, a staple gun for hanging Christmas lights, and more! Pearled Candles Photo by Foton Candle This is so cool! No melting it downit burn as is!...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · Kathy Lee

A Stylish, Customizable Organizer for Your Shower, Plus 5 More Editor-Loved Clever Items

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. The Spot Looking for a way to spice up your shower? Look no furtherwe found a chic (really! Photo:The Spot ), customizable upgrade to your run-of-the-mill shower caddy. No electrical know-how needed! A Heated Scarf Photo by: Ororo Imagine a heated blanket you wear around your neck! Photo by: Ororo Thats this water-resistant scarf. Charge it at home for up to 14 hours of warmth....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · James Taylor

A Stylist Shares What to Pack for a Wedding Weekend, Using Only a Carry-On

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Finds start at $20. Still, I enlisted the help of pro stylistZoe DeFourto create the perfect wedding weekend packing list. Photo:Real Simple Prices start at $20. For a pre-event activity day trip (wine tastings, tours, etc. Wrangler Authentic Stretch Denim Jacket I adore the cut of this Wrangler denim jacket, DeFour explains. Amazon The dark denim choice enhances the appearance [and is] a timeless design that is forever on trend....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 273 words · Taylor Hammond

A Viral Hippo Started This Season's Biggest Beauty Trend

Moo Deng energy forever. Getty Images It may have been aBRAT girl summer,but it’s now decidedly a Moo Deng fall. “It’s no surprise that everyone wants Moo Deng’s rosy cheeks and dewy skin. Photo:Getty Images Moo Deng’s look also speaks to the continuing popularity ofglass skin. Its one marker of healthy, youthful skin.” Fun fact: Moo Deng definitely was born this way. Salazar advises prepping skin with a hydratingsheet mask, then applyinga rich moisturizer....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 91 words · Jacob Rice

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