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I Tried the Famous Skin Spatula That Clears All the Gunk Out of Your Pores—Here's What I Found

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Plus, read what two dermatologists think about the gadget. To buy:$99;dermaflash.comornordstrom.com. Photo: dermaflash.com Rachel Nazarian of Schweiger Dermatology Group in New York CityandCosmetic Dermatologist Dr. Michele Green. Shop it below at Nordstrom or Dermaflash. More Must-Shop Products dermaflash.com Nina Huang dermaflash.com

I Tried the Viral Peel-Off Lip Liner Stain That Lasts for 2 Days—and Haven't Stopped Wearing It Since

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. This is my $12 secret to (almost) permanently rosy lips. I’ve been wearing lip liner since I was 12 years old. Courtesy I love a ’90s brown with a pink gloss layered over the top of it. Then I heard about this viral (2.5 billion views on TikTok), peel-off lip liner stain. After 18 years in the beauty industry, I rarely (OK, never) buy beauty products....

I Tried the Viral Snail Mucin Skin Care on My Face—Here’s How It Went

We uncovered the pros and cons of this new viral ingredient so you dont have to. But this isn’t your average skin care ingredientit comes from a shelled gastropod. Enter: snail mucin. Photo:fotoArion/Getty Images So, what is snail mucin? Snail mucin comes from the slimy substance that snails release to protect themselves when they are under stress. These secretions contain a mix of growth factors, hyaluronic acid, and antioxidants, saysDr....

I Tried the ‘3-3-2-2-1’ Grocery Shopping Method—and It Saved Me Time, Money, and Effort

A true game changer. D3sign/Getty Images Key Takeaways Grocery shoppingis the bane of my existence. What Is the 3-3-2-2-1 Grocery Shopping Method? Photo:D3sign/Getty Images For fruits, I picked out oranges and apples, both of which require little to no preparation. Lastly, I chose hummus as my dip. Its versatile, packed with good-for-you ingredients, and equally delicious and healthy. If I want to make a grilled cheese sandwich healthier, theres spinach I can overlay on top....

I Tried the ‘House Tour’ Method—and It Helped Me Fall Asleep in Minutes

Counting sheep has nothing on this sleep technique. Simply picturing your home isnt enough, says Dr. Leah Kaylor, clinical psychologist. You mentally walk through a familiar houseoften from childhood or a comforting past experiencefocusing on its details. Photo:Archideaphoto/Getty Images Upon opening the door, I observed the carpeted staircase that led to my bedroom and immediately headed upstairs. Kaylor offers some helpful tips to make this method as effective as possible....

I Tried Trader Joe's New Crunchy Chili Onion Sprinkle, and It's My New Favorite Toast Topping

Move over Everything but the Bagel seasoningthis has just the right amount of spice. I sprinkled it on top of rice and fish mixed with soy sauce and sesame oil." Here are some of our editors' ideas to try: Photo:Trader Joe’s

I Tried UOVO’s Clothing Storage Service—and It Felt Like Having Cher’s Closet From Clueless

This isnt your average dusty storage unit. As a fashion editor with an unreasonable amount of clothes, downsizing my closet was an extremely stressful task. Thats when I came acrossUOVO, a company designed for the sole purpose of storage. Photo:Elena Noviello/Getty Images But this isnt just any storagethis is storage 2.0. (Does it get any more luxe than that?) “Additionally, clients can choose to work directly with their Wardrobe Manager for direct, custom one-to-one service....

I Try 350+ Beauty Products a Year, so Amazon’s Early Black Friday Beauty Deals Have Me Buzzing

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. The only thing better than nabbing an effective product is getting it at an exclusive discount. I spent over eight hours digging throughthe Deals huband came across 30 deals worth a second glance. Photo:Real Simple / Tyler Roeland Check them out below. I was thrilled to see Lancome’s popularHypnose Drama Extreme Volumizing Mascarafor less. Even affordable tools likeReal Techniques' Extra Big Powder Brushare on sale....

I Upgraded My Sofa to This Sleek, Plush Sectional Couch That Never Stains

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Its already held up against dirt and wine spills. Castlery Almost everyone in my life knows that Ive moved into abigger apartmentsince Ive shouted it from the rooftops. Photo:Castlery Its sleek, functional, and ultra-plush. The round chaise is the perfect cozy spot for watching TV or reading a book. But dont just take my word for it. Castlery Other customers are just as thrilled withthe couchs durability and comfort....

I Use This $49 Handheld Vacuum Way More Than My $200 Upright Model

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Its the best tool for cleaning stairs, furniture, cars, and hard-to-reach areas. Walmart My cant-live-withoutcleaning toolis a handheld vacuum. Photo:Walmart In fact, I use it way more than my $200Shark Navigator. The dustbin fills up quicker than regular vacuums but holds more debris than you might expect. When its time to empty, simply detach the nozzle and dump everything into the trash can....

I Use This Hack to Get Out of Bed Every Morning—and It Works Like a Charm

Waking up just got a whole lot easier. Many of us can agree thatwaking upis one of the most grueling acts of daily life. Every morning when I wake up, I immediately turn on an episode of my favorite podcast. It awakens those areas of the brain responsible for memory, emotions, and concentration. That familiar voice sends a signal to the brain: time to get going. It also matterswhatyoure listening to, Dr....

I Wanted Le Creuset Bowls, but Found These Blates With 3,000 5-Star Ratings for Half the Price

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Amazon shoppers say they look a lot more expensive than they actually are. But when I found out how much she spent on the dishes, I started researching more affordable alternatives. Photo:Real Simple / Amazon Thats how I came acrossthese large pasta bowlson Amazon. The blates solved their problem because the rim is the perfect height to keep his cats food inside....

I Wanted to Elevate My WFH Style, so I Added These 9 Comfy Fashion Finds to My Closet

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Dressing for the job I have and feeling more productive. We don’t often associate workwear with comfort, so I set out to prove otherwise. Photo:Real Simple I swapped my sweats for more structured pieces that still performed likecozy loungewearwhen I needed them. Staying comfy while looking and feeling more like a pro is easy with these nine pieces in your closet....