At age 59, what serums and/or skin products do I need most? — @hmboettcher It’s always a good idea to switch up your skincare routine when you cross over into another decade (more on this here), but this is especially true for your 50s and beyond. Even if you’ve been a skincare angel all your life, the fifth decade of your life inevitably brings about the more conspicuous markers of aging—deep wrinkles, sun spots, crepey texture, and loss of volume—all of which require a more rigorous battle plan to tackle....

Reader question: Is The Ordinary worth the hype? And which ingredients should I be getting—there are so many! —Diana Verona At first glance, The Ordinary seems very, well, ordinary. The color palette is monochrome, there are no flashy marketing claims splashed across the bottles, and the packaging looks more like a scientist’s arsenal than something you’d find on a vanity. Oh, and here’s the kicker—nothing costs more than $30. So why is the brand generating so much buzz amongst TikTok-ers, beauty editors, and dermatologists alike?...

Best Vegetarian Meal Delivery Services of 2022 Best Overall: Blue Apron Best Budget-Friendly: Dinnerly Best Variety: Hungryroot Best Meal Kits: Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon Best Prepared Meals: CookUnity Best Frozen: Mosaic Foods Best Organic: Green Chef Best Gluten-Free: Epicured Best for Singles: Freshly Best for Families: HelloFresh Pros and Cons Overview Blue Apron was started to help home cooks get out of the rut of the daily cooking grind by broadening the horizons of what’s possible, quickly, in the home kitchen....

Eric Bjorling, brand director for Trek Bicycle says that 85 percent of people view biking as a safer form of transportation than a bus or other forms of public transit. The sudden surge in interest in biking has contributed to a bicycle shortage in the U.S., The New York Times has previously reported, and retailers of bikes and bike gear are seeing huge growth in sales. “We’re doing probably two to three times the volume [of sales] we usually do this time of year,” says Gloria Hwang, CEO and founder of Thousand, a helmet and bike gear company....

The Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum from Biossance has hundreds of rave reviews from shoppers over 60 who say they’ve seen “startling” results in how smooth, plump, and youthful their skin appears. This plant-derived serum is powered by a retinol-alternative called bakuchiol (an all-natural ingredient that’s much less irritating), plus squalane and niacinamide that work together to reduce the look of wrinkles while hydrating skin. Shoppers noted the “silky” and “not tacky” texture of this creamy serum upon application, and the fact that it doesn’t make them red, too....

Blackberry Nutritional Benefits Vitamin C “Blackberries are loaded with vitamin C, which helps to strengthen your immune system and keep your skin looking plump and fresh,” says Brigitte Zeitlin, a New York City-based registered dietitian and founder of BZ Nutrition. “They are also high in manganese, which works to keep your bones strong and healthy.” Antioxidants Berries, including blackberries, are high in free-radical-fighting antioxidants. Blackberries, in particular, contain anthocyanins, which have antioxidative, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties....

Perhaps the most disappointing consequence of living in a rental is not being able to paint your space with the interior paint colors of your dreams. Whether you select a pristine white, a palette of trusty neutral paint colors, or a soothing blue, the color of your walls can significantly influence the overall feel of a room. But just because you can’t paint your rental doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your style....

Reader question: After a while, some products I have used will start breaking me out around my chin. They were noticeably helping at first and then it just stopped. Is it possible that my skin got immune to it? — Lisa Jean Conrad It’s an all-too-familiar situation: You crack into a brand-new serum and it’s love at first application. Infatuated, you use the bottle religiously for several months…only to discover that your skin looks less glowy and not-so-extraordinary as the calendar pages flip....

For starters, it’s important to understand that hard-cooked eggs (like deviled eggs) don’t have the same shelf life as fresh eggs, which can last in the refrigerator for three to five weeks. When eggs are hard-cooked, the protective coating is washed away. This means that the pores in the shell are bare, making it easier for bacteria to enter and contaminate the egg. Since hard-cooked eggs are more vulnerable to bacteria, their shelf life is much shorter than that of fresh eggs....

Can You Freeze Cookies? By the time the holidays roll around, there is no shortage of decadent cookies, cakes, and pies. Year after year, many of us overindulge until our pant buttons are about to pop, but there’s actually a way to enjoy those beloved Christmas cookies all year round. If you have leftover cookies, make sure they’re completely cooled, and then place them in an air-tight food storage container, lined with aluminum foil or wax paper....

Launched on September 4, the collection is in collaboration with Magnolia with Hearth & Hand, the home and lifestyle brand created by design power couple Chip and Joanna Gaines. It originally came out in 2020 and now has expanded to feature seven brand new kitchen appliances: a food chopper, processor, blender, hand blender, hand mixer, electric kettle, and toaster. While it’s not part of the new line, there’s also a stand mixer available that doubles as a standout decor piece....

To ease the stress of cooking and baking your favorite holiday recipes, we turned to Made In Cookware for some essentials. This brand has a large collection of quality cookware, bakeware, and accessories approved by professional chefs. In fact, Made In Cookware recently made our list for Best Cookware Sets of 2022. When cooking and baking with Made In Cookware, main dishes and desserts are prepared in beautiful finishes like enameled dutch ovens and porcelain baking dishes....

However, if you’d like to craft a designated libation for your holiday feast this year (or want to upgrade your usual choice), there are several easy-to-make cranberry drinks that will take your Turkey Day celebration to the next level. Not only do these drinks look festive and taste delicious, but they’re also a clever way to use up any extra cranberries you may have lying around after you’ve made your cranberry sauce....

To help support the initiative, CVS is introducing the CVS Beauty Mark, a watermark that will appear on all images that have not been altered. The retailer will also be working with its partners to make sure that all images that have been altered in post-production will be labeled as such. While CVS can’t guarantee that all of its partners will stop Photoshopping their images, they can use labels to let consumers know that what they’re seeing is an unrealistic, and perhaps unattainable, representation....

Research shows the average person spends 4.3 hours per week looking for important work assets, which ultimately increases stress, decreases focus, and stunts creativity. The plot thickens when you have a looming deadline or important meeting on the schedule, but spend all your time looking for that piece of paper or necessary notebook. “A proper organizational system is vital for your desk so you can be productive and creative,” says Lisa Ruff, director of business development at the Neat Method....

They call for ingredients you probably already have in your pantry (such as white vinegar), and they help speed up the stain-removal process. So the next time an unexpected stain happens—spaghetti sauce or lipstick—you’ll be ready! Just follow these quick pre-treatments immediately, and save the thorough wash for later. Mustard Stains Wipe away any excess, then soak the stain in a small bowl of white vinegar. Combine 10 ounces of clean water and 1 tablespoon of clear dish soap....

One of the main differences and perks of a 401(k) compared to a traditional savings account is that many employers will match the money that you’ve contributed. According to Ubiquity Retirements and Savings, about 98 percent of employers offer 401(k) matching. Still, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that only 51 percent of Americans are investing in a 401(k) plan, even though 68 percent of Americans have access to one....

To buy: $70 (was $80); amazon.com. The tower fan has earned more than 8,800 five-star ratings from reviewers who love it for its impressive cooling capabilities. It has three cooling modes, including natural and breeze options, plus four fan settings that let you customize the entire experience. Due to its tall build, the tower fan pushes out even more air, so it can provide a refreshing breeze whether you’re standing in the kitchen cooking or sitting down on the couch....

A few weeks ago I shared this yummy chocolate nest recipe and it went crazy on TikTok! But I had a number of people who mentioned making one with Chinese chow mein noodles, so I thought I’d try it out! And honestly, I don’t know which one I like more! I’m a huge fan of chocolate but I’m also a big fan of chow mein noodles, so I’m going to say it’s a tie!...

With the recent release of Hocus Pocus 2, I feel like this has been the year of the witch. Well, after sharing my witch hat cookies, cauldron cupcakes, and witch Halloween dessert board, I’m over witches and ready to move onto other Halloween recipe ideas. I’ve also shared one Frankenstein recipe before – this Frankenstein guacamole – so thought it’d be fun to give a little love to the green monster!...