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We’re more conscious of our environment than ever before, in virtually all areas of our lives—and that applies to all things beauty, too, from packaging to ingredients. And while you have likely heard plenty about the clean or green skin care and makeup movement, you might not have realized that a similar shift has also occurred within the fragrance sphere. There’s a reason for this oversight: Fragrance companies typically do not share a list of a scent’s ingredients, simply because it is not required....

Have you ever paused to consider why your skin keeps breaking out, why your stomach feels perpetually uneasy, or why you simply can’t get your heartburn under control? Inflammatory foods may be to blame. While inflammation is a normal part of the immune response, functional nutrition dietitian Brigid Titgemeier explains that perpetual exposure can be worrisome. “When inflammation happens in an uncontrolled or inappropriate manner, it can lead to damage of a person’s tissues and the onset of disease,” she says, noting that the body does not know the difference between acute and chronic inflammation....

bathroom-327r-md110706.jpg Credit: Eric Piasecki bathroom-327r-md110706.jpg Credit: Eric Piasecki bathroom-327r-md110706.jpg Credit: Eric Piasecki bathroom-327r-md110706.jpg Credit: Eric Piasecki Painting your bathroom may feel like a small job—it’s likely one of your home’s smallest rooms—but without the proper groundwork, you could turn it into a much bigger process. Before you dip your brush, ask yourself these four critical questions, say experts Jessica Barr of Behr and Rick Watson of Sherwin-Williams. Did I prepare the walls properly?...

head table metal bench Credit: Nikki Nicole Photography When you’re creating the perfect seating chart for your wedding reception, you’re probably thinking less about where you’ll sit-and who will sit with you-than you are about where everyone else will be placed for the night. While the overall seating chart is important, determining who will sit at your head table (and if you’ll even have one), is crucial. After all, this sets the rest of the seating assignments into motion....

Alison Brie and Dave Franco Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

slices of onion on wooden countertop Credit: Emily Roemer slices of onion on wooden countertop Credit: Emily Roemer slices of onion on wooden countertop Credit: Emily Roemer slices of onion on wooden countertop Credit: Emily Roemer So many recipes begin with the simple task of cutting an onion, from soups to sautés or sauces to your favorite pasta dishes, casseroles, stir fries, and stews. Whether you want wedges, slices, or small pieces for your recipe, do it right and you’ll cut back on prep time—and feel like a pro....

Rain or shine, maintaining a flourishing outdoor garden requires a combination of care and watchfulness—it’s important to monitor the conditions Mother Nature sends your way. Unfortunately, certain weather patterns can be difficult to overcome. Take hailstorms, for example. Falling lumps of ice can easily pierce your plants, but if you tend to them just right, you can save them in the end. Ahead, our expert shares exactly how to get your garden through a hail-induced rough patch....

spatchcocked chicken with tomatoes spatchcocked chicken with tomatoes spatchcocked chicken with tomatoes spatchcocked chicken with tomatoes Though spatchcocking sometimes seems like a cook’s secret, for anyone looking for the perfect way to roast a chicken, this is it. Also known as butterflying, the simple technique requires cutting out the backbone (often done with kitchen shears), opening the bird up, and flattening it. The result is a whole chicken that cooks more evenly when roasted than it otherwise would....

peach crumble Credit: Con Poulos peach crumble Credit: Con Poulos peach crumble Credit: Con Poulos peach crumble Credit: Con Poulos “People don’t like to turn on the oven in summer, I know,” says Sarah Carey, our editorial director of food and Martha Stewart’s resident fruit dessert expert. Sure, no-bake desserts are wonderful and homemade ice cream is always divine, but there are some desserts worth risking the heat for: Fruit crumbles certainly fall into that category....

You know it’s there, but do you know how to use it properly? We’re talking about that little steam icon on your iron, your best friend when it comes to de-wrinkling even the most crumpled shirts. To finally set things straight (pun intended), we chatted with Sharon Barodawala, iron expert and associate product manager at Rowenta, to help break things down. What Is the Steam Function Really For? “The purpose of the steam function is to continuously produce steam when the iron is on,” Barodawala tells us....

When it comes to bedding, you’re probably meticulous about cleaning your sheets and comforter, but can the same be said for your pillows? Because pillows can house a mix of bugs, dead skin, and dust mites and their droppings, it’s important to make sure they receive just as much attention as anything else on your bed. To ensure your pillows are fresh and clean, we asked Brian Sansoni, senior vice president of communications, outreach, and membership at the American Cleaning Institute, for his best tips on cleaning and caring for this essential element of the bed....

There are seven homes (three horses, 150 chickens, and many, many geese) on Martha’s 156-acre Bedford, New York, farm—and on tonight’s episode of MTV Cribs, you are officially invited to tour them from afar. While a virtual foray into our founder’s iconic primary estate could never compare to a real-life visit, it’s still an opportunity to see Martha in her element, starting from the moment she opens the front door: “Hi MTV, welcome to my crib,” she says....

pink and red flowers centerpiece Credit: Hallie Burton Perfectly-arranged wedding flowers are pretty all on their own, but what if there was a way to transform your floral centerpiece or bridal bouquet into a piece of art? New York City florist Bridget Vizoso is doing just that by using paint to bring her unique floral visions to life. Carefully hand-painted designs and Jackson Pollock-inspired splatters are her work’s signatures, resulting in florals “unlike anything you have ever seen before,” she said....

couple sitting on the floor of a bathroom being renovated Credit: Getty Images couple sitting on the floor of a bathroom being renovated Credit: Getty Images couple sitting on the floor of a bathroom being renovated Credit: Getty Images couple sitting on the floor of a bathroom being renovated Credit: Getty Images If you’re a fan of home renovation television shows, you already know that they make buying and restoring a fixer upper look so easy....

msl-kitchen-vegetables-0079-md110059.jpg Credit: Marcus Nilsson Beets While winter beets aren’t as tender as the smaller ones available in the late spring, they’re just as tasty when cooked. Try steaming them for salads or roasting them for soup (yes, hot borscht is a thing!) and don’t forget the beet greens! They’re delicious sauteed with a little garlic and tomato paste. Another plus: beets keep incredibly well. Get More Beet Recipes celery-root-roots-tubers-201-d110486.jpg Credit: Marcus Nilsson 2....

Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower, Babcock Wildlife Refuge, Florida Credit: Diana Robinson Photography / Getty Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower, Babcock Wildlife Refuge, Florida Credit: Diana Robinson Photography / Getty Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower, Babcock Wildlife Refuge, Florida Credit: Diana Robinson Photography / Getty Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower, Babcock Wildlife Refuge, Florida Credit: Diana Robinson Photography / Getty Mark your calendars! As you settle into new year, be sure to put a few upcoming celestial sights on your radar....

cara cara salad Credit: VICTORIA PEARSON cara cara salad Credit: VICTORIA PEARSON cara cara salad Credit: VICTORIA PEARSON cara cara salad Credit: VICTORIA PEARSON With so many Christmas dishes starring as hearty, saucy, or braised affairs, it’s easy to feel weighed down by the end of the evening. Candied yams, confit de canard, green bean casserole, and super buttery baby potatoes are just a few of the things we can’t do without when it comes to our Christmas cornucopia....

pie wedding topper Credit: Katherine Rose & Luke Griffin of Max and Friends The bride and groom (in figurine form!) stand arm in arm, ready to stride right off the cake and into their new life together-such is the symbolism of the vintage wedding cake topper. These little dolls, often created in the couples’ likeness, have appeared on the uppermost tiers of wedding cakes for centuries. As for the history behind this confection accent?...

what's for dinner menu 9.23.22 what's for dinner menu 9.23.22 what’s for dinner menu 9.23.22 what’s for dinner menu 9.23.22 Wondering what to make for dinner? Need some inspiration? Here’s our list of suggestions: dinner recipes that take less than an hour of mostly hands-off time. Yes, there will be pasta (or noodles!) and, yes, it will be delicious. We’ll be here every Friday with five weeknight dinners, including recipes, shopping lists, and everything you need to streamline your week ahead....

afton travers wedding cakecutting Credit: Kayla Barker No wedding is complete without a delectable dessert, whether it’s a multi-tiered chocolate cake with buttercream frosting or a staggering tower of glazed donuts. Many guests look forward to the sweet treat all evening, and the symbolic cake cutting provides ample opportunity for cute photographs. But what time should you actually cut and serve the cake at your wedding reception? We’ve outlined down the timeline options....