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Among the products that have been in short supply since the novel coronavirus started sweeping the nation a few months ago is hand sanitizer. It’s no wonder: Washing your hands on a frequent basis is one of the best defenses against contracting—or spreading—the deadly virus. If you’re like most people, though, you’ve looked everywhere for a bottle of sanitizer only to find that all the grocery stores, online retailers, even office-supply stores say the same thing: out of stock....

As Christmas Day continues to grow closer and closer, many people are on the hunt for the most prized gifts for their loved ones. A tangible present might not be the only thing on their wishlist, though. GetYourGuide.com, a travel booking platform, just conducted a new study that explained how Americans want to spend the rest of 2021—and even the beginning of 2022—by traveling and having experiences to compensate for the time spent in solitude in 2020....

Mom helping teenager with homeowrk Credit: Tom Werner / Getty Images Mom helping teenager with homeowrk Credit: Tom Werner / Getty Images Mom helping teenager with homeowrk Credit: Tom Werner / Getty Images Mom helping teenager with homeowrk Credit: Tom Werner / Getty Images If you ever feel like your teenager doesn’t listen to you, try not to take it too personally: there’s a scientific reason behind their selective hearing....

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wedding stationery blue yellow stamps Credit: Corbin Gurkin Brides and grooms inviting a same-sex couple to their wedding may wonder about the proper way to address the invitation. In general, the etiquette of invitation addressing varies from couple to couple, and is often influenced by the formality of your wedding. Since the rules for this important detail aren’t set in stone, choosing the correct format can be confusing no matter the circumstances....

how-to-clean-coffee-pot-getty-0319.jpg Credit: Getty Images how-to-clean-coffee-pot-getty-0319.jpg Credit: Getty Images how-to-clean-coffee-pot-getty-0319.jpg Credit: Getty Images how-to-clean-coffee-pot-getty-0319.jpg Credit: Getty Images You clean out your coffee pot every day, after you savor each drop of your cup of joe, and yet the bottom of your carafe still has some residual grime. What gives? Leslie Reichert, a green cleaning coach and author of The Joy of Green Cleaning ($14.95, amazon.com), says it’s hard to prevent buildup on your coffee maker; the brown ring you see on the glass is essentially a combination of the minerals in the water and lime deposits....

This year, we spent more time in our homes than ever before, overhauling room after room to cater to our comfort. One such space we paid particular attention? The home office. Whether you already had a designated work area or created a makeshift one, you likely did all you could to ensure the space was inspiring, but calming, too. If you still feel like you haven’t struck that balance, it might be time to consider an alternate route....

blue home entryway Credit: Eric Piasecki/OTTO blue home entryway Credit: Eric Piasecki/OTTO blue home entryway Credit: Eric Piasecki/OTTO blue home entryway Credit: Eric Piasecki/OTTO When you’re flirting with décor ideas, there’s much to be said for committing to a single favorite hue that makes you extremely happy. The monochromatic approach may be the most basic in color-and-design theory, but the results are stylishly sublime. Below, explore inspiring spaces that illustrate this option, and discover ideas (both big and small) for inviting it into your place....

Folding a fitted sheet can be frustrating, especially when you need to conserve space in your linen closet. When done incorrectly, this important piece of bedding can quickly become a bulky mess. Believe it or not, there is a foolproof way to fold a fitted bed linen that produces four sharp corners and a perfectly flat sheet that looks neat and tidy in your closet. The best part about this particular method?...

If you’re like most people, you like to start your mornings with a shot of caffeine. While drinking a cup of joe is wonderful, the caffeine in coffee also has many healthy benefits for your skin—it’s packed with antioxidants, boosts blood flow, and acts as a natural exfoliator. Here, this all-natural ingredient shines in three our homemade beauty projects including bar soaps, a body scrub, and a bottled infused oil....

abby marcus wedding shoes 136 Credit: Elizabeth Fogarty Photography While there’s no rule that says you have to, most brides choose to walk down the ceremony aisle in high heels. Later, though, many women trade their stilettos in for a pair of comfortable, dance-friendly flats, sandals, or sneakers. But if a bride goes from three-inch heels to flats, what happens to her beautiful wedding dress, which was carefully hemmed based on the pair of shoes the bride wore during her fitting?...

Bride in a Strapless Wedding Jumpsuit Credit: Michelle Walker Photography Couples get married at the courthouse (or city hall) for lots of reasons-limited funds, imminent military obligations, lack of interest in wedding hoopla, and so forth. But while it may not be as festive as a ballroom wedding that’s taken a year to plan, there’s no reason to treat a civil ceremony in a municipal building as less than exciting and momentous....

Turkey in brine bag Credit: John Kernick Turkey in brine bag Credit: John Kernick Turkey in brine bag Credit: John Kernick Turkey in brine bag Credit: John Kernick Allowing your Thanksgiving sides to overshadow your turkey is a holiday tradition no home cook wants to start—and if you haven’t yet found a foolproof method for turning out a juicy, flavorful showpiece bird, adding a brine bag and brining to your prep work may be the answer....

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After receiving her first vaccine in early January, Martha was recently administered her second dosage, also referred to as a booster shot, at Mount Sinai Downtown in New York. Because Martha falls into the age group of individuals 65 and older, she was fully eligible to receive the first dose of her vaccine on January 11. Now, following the second inoculation, our founder has received the two full doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, which was proven to be 95 percent effective at preventing COVID-19 illness based on evidence from clinical trials....

macaroons-08-0376-mld110924.jpg “Don’t underestimate the power of pretty colors,” says Jennifer Aaronson, our resident dessert expert, of the French macaron’s popularity. No need to tell us – we’re smitten with these luxurious two-bite treats, and we’re sure you will be, too. Get more of Jennifer’s macaron wisdom below. Give us a brief history of the macaron. The French macaron – not to be confused with the coconut macaroon, or the more rustic-looking almond macaroon – actually originated at a monastery in 14th-century Venice!...

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Hypoallergenic sheets are a good bedding option for those who suffer from allergies or have sensitive skin, but there’s a lot to consider before scooping up the first set of “good-for-you” linens you find. Ahead, an allergist explains what, exactly, makes bedding hypoallergenic, and how to pick the best set for your needs. crumpled white bed sheets Credit: Getty / Paul Strowger The Basics According to Sanjeev Jain, MD, a board certified allergist and immunologist at Columbia Allergy, a product that is labeled “hypoallergenic” should reduce your chance of experiencing an allergic reaction while using it....

Thanksgiving has yet to pass, and still the first signs of the holidays—wreaths, ornaments, lights, and trees—say it all: We’re well on our way to the countdown to Christmas. And while research claims that people who give into the holiday spirit are happier, it can’t be denied that many of us would prefer to enjoy our Thanksgiving turkey before a bite of gingerbread and a glass of eggnog. But is there, in fact, a simple answer to the hotly-debated question, “Is it too early to decorate for the holidays?...