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This One Ingredient Can Clean Your Teeth, Pets, Produce, and More—and It’s Probably Already in Your Pantry

Baking soda isn't just for baking or refreshing shoes.

Food

If Tequila Is Your Drink of Choice, Here's Everything You Need to Know

Plus an answer to the age-old question: what's the difference between tequi...

Plus an answer to the age-old question: what's the difference between tequila and mezcal?

Food

This Is the Secret to Prepping Perfect Pasta Every Time, According to a Cookbook Author

We hate to break it to you, but if you're boiling to al dente, you're proba...

We hate to break it to you, but if you're boiling to al dente, you're probably overcooking it.

3 Time-Saving Summer Dinner Menus Perfect for Entertaining

<p>These three inspiring summer spreads are easy on the cook and even bette...

These three inspiring summer spreads are easy on the cook and even better for a crowd. Follow our menus, mix and match, or serve one standout alongside burgers and dogs.

Beauty Secrets

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Drew Barrymore Says These 3 Luxury Skincare Products Are 'Truly Worth the Money'

The actress is sharing her skincare and beauty secrets all week.

Style

The 12 Best Anti-Aging Deals From Nordstrom’s Insane Anniversary Sale—Including La Mer and Sunday Riley

Nordstorm’s beauty deals are absolutely epic this year.

Style

11 of the Best Cleansers for Sensitive Skin, According to Derms

<p>Dermatologists break down everything you need to know about cleansing yo...

Dermatologists break down everything you need to know about cleansing your sensitive skin.

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10 Steps to Ensure a Low-Stress Vacation

You worked hard to earn that paid time off, so take it. Follow these steps ...

You worked hard to earn that paid time off, so take it. Follow these steps before, during, and after your break to ensure a relaxing trip and easy reentry.

Style

13 Travel-Friendly Walking Shoes You Won’t Be Embarrassed to Wear

<p>On the hunt for comfortable—and cute—walking shoes? We've got you covere...

On the hunt for comfortable—and cute—walking shoes? We've got you covered.

Life

6 Practical Ways to Deal With Travel Anxiety—Because ‘Taking Deep Breaths’ Doesn’t Always Cut It

A psychiatrist offers actionable tips for curbing stress and anxiety before...

A psychiatrist offers actionable tips for curbing stress and anxiety before and during your trip.

Stay Cool

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Little Luxuries That Will Keep You Cool on the Hottest Days

And they're all under $25.

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We Tested 48 Different Ice Cream Toppings—These Are the 6 Best

We scooped, sprinkled, and drizzled our way through four dozen favorite fix...

We scooped, sprinkled, and drizzled our way through four dozen favorite fixings to build the sundae bar of your dreams.

Food

These Homemade Boozy Ice Pops Are the Ultimate Summer Treat

Fun frozen cocktails-on-a-stick make a playful addition to any summer party...

Fun frozen cocktails-on-a-stick make a playful addition to any summer party or Saturday afternoon. These five delicious versions are easy to make—and even easier to devour.