I Take Frequent Trips Abroad, and These 14 Travel Hacks Keep Me Comfy on 14-Hour Flights

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Stay entertained, never lose your earphones, and keep your skin glowy even in the air. I am a maximalist packerbut for good reason. Photo:Real Simple Superband Hydrocolloid Waterproof Bandages OK, hear me out. Having bandages on hand is a life hack that I will always live by. Given how dry the air is inside an airplane, sometimes reapplying lotion and cream isnt enough....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 156 words · Cheryl Fernandez

I Test Beauty Products for a Living, and Here Are 5 Items I'll Never Stop Using

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Real Simple / Tyler Roeland I’ve been a beauty editor for over 17 years. I’ve tried all the other makeup removers, but this one IMHO is the best. Photo:Real Simple / Tyler Roeland In one go, it removes my shadow and liner without disturbing my signature eyelash extensions. Just shake the dual-phase formula, squeeze it onto a wipe, and swipe it over your lids....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Kristi Greene

I Test Bedding for My Job, and These Are the Pillow, Comforter, and Sheet Deals to Shop

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Youll never want to get out of bed. you’re able to even make small investments to upgrade your beauty sleep with silk pillowcases. Photo:Real Simple Plus, we even haveReal Simpleexclusive codes just for our readers that get you extra savings. Find our personal picks, tested winners, and shopper favorites below, starting at just $10. I initially bought one set and after sleeping on them one night immediately purchased another set....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 153 words · Diane Wells

I Tested Drugstore Moisturizers: Here Are the 5 Best

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. My favorite creams, lotions, and gels to get you through winter and beyond. Photo:Real Simple Luckily, high-quality skincare doesnt have to break the bank. While some were quick rejects, others became must-haves in myskincare routine. Steve Xu, board-certified dermatologist fromNorthwestern Dermatology and founding dermatologist for Geologie. PHOTO: Amazon Its one of the pricier options on this list....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 664 words · Joshua Brown

I Tested the 80/20 Rule to Declutter My House—See What Worked (and What Didn’t)

(My bookshelves and kitchen cupboards seem to become re-cluttered overnight!) What Is the 80/20 Rule for Organizing? “Space between things is my motto for living an organized life!” Photo:Thomas Barwick/Getty Images says Katrina Teeple, founder and CEO of Operation Organization. I started with my coffee mug collection, and pulled out everything onto the counter. It gets you into the flow and seeing rapid results." Instead, leave a little breathing room around what’s left....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Christopher Villegas

I Tried 34 New Products This Month, but These 9 Are the Only Ones I Use on a Daily Basis

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Prices start at just $5. In fact, they’ve quickly become staples in my routine. Photo:Real Simple / Marcus Millan These are also essential for my fellow summer travelers because they’re so small. Water activates these cleansing pads, transforming the unassuming pad into a foaming cleanser in your hands. Olay has options withhyaluronic acidandretinol, but thevitamin Cones are my favorite because they smell serene....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 178 words · Laura Gallegos

I Tried 4 Garlic-Peeling Hacks and This Was the Clear Winner

Chefs love it, too. ZenShui/Laurence Mouton/Getty Images With the holiday cooking season upon us, theres a lot ofgarlic to peel. And you want it unpeeled, fast. Photo:ZenShui/Laurence Mouton/Getty Images Plus, adding variety to your kitchen routine can help keep things interesting. Theres no rule that you have to peel garlic the exact same way every time. I tried a few different methods, and heres what I liked best. The verdict:TikTokers are all about themicrowave methodto loosen the outer peel of garlic....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 183 words · Tyler Summers

I Tried a 30-Day Decluttering Challenge and Now My Entire Home Is Officially Clutter-Free

My house feels so organizedand so much lighter. Admittedly, Im already a pretty tidy person, and decluttering is a big part of my routine. On New Years Eve, I spent about 30 minutes planning out what my 30 days would look like. Photo:Timltv/Getty Images I also did this in case I had the opposite feeling (I can be a rollercoaster of emotions! And I did not designate anything to specific days....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 639 words · John Perry

I Tried a Laundry Egg—And Here's What I Really Thought

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. We put this supposedly life-changing laundry gadget to the test. Recently, I tried the EcoEgg laundry egg. Photo: Amazon If the egg works as promised, it’s about half the cost. How Does the EcoEgg Work? While I don’t totally understand the science, I know how to test it: Do the wash. I placed the egg on top of my soiled laundry inside the washer....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Jose Phillips

I Tried a Professional Color Analysis Session—Here’s What Happened

Spoiler alert: Its life-changing. Your season can then help guide your clothing, makeup, hair, and jewelry color choices. During my color analysis session, Harland recommended a simple and accessible makeup routine. Photo:Andresr/Getty Images Her clients are always shocked when she reveals their true mascara color. It was mind-blowing to find out that Ive been wearing the wrong mascara color. After the session, I decided to swap my usual blackest-black mascara for a deep brown shade....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 233 words · Dawn Cruz

I Tried a Self-Hypnosis App for Better Sleep—And I Think It Actually Worked

Calm your mind for a better night’s sleep. Lazarevic Photo Workshop/Getty Images The PR team for hypnosis has been working hard. Its been used to quit smoking, reduce anxietyfor better sleep, and even to get through childbirth. Using self-hypnosis for sleep.Photo:Lazarevic Photo Workshop/Getty Images But, if self-hypnosis still sounds a bit out there, rest assured, Im with you. This is exactly what the appReveripromises. So, I tried it for seven days to see if it worked....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 260 words · Susan Burgess

I Tried a Weighted Vest in a Week’s Worth of Workouts—Here’s Why I’m Keeping It in Rotation

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. It’s an easy way to get more out of your walking workouts. And just like any chore, Im always looking to get more done in less time. Photo:Real Simple / Madison Woiten Enter: weighted vests. (I did, too!) Kate Geraghty The vest itself is incredibly comfortable and easy to wear. Amazon Its low-profile enough that I can wear it under my sweatshirt, too....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Kevin Callahan

I Tried All the Healthy New Items at Trader Joe's—Here Are the 8 You'll Want to Add to Your Cart ASAP

Kick the new year off right with these healthy and delicious new buys from TJs. Here are my favorite new and healthy items to buy from TJs! The Chalkidki Greek olives are briny and buttery, and stuffed with lemon peels. Photo:Luliia Isaieva/Getty Images Grab a handful to snack on, or enjoy some with your favorite sandwich orcozy soup. Sweeter than a clementine and juicier than anorange,Kishu mandarinsare small but mighty....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 168 words · Courtney Campbell