Boomjoy’s floor scrub brush has changed more than a few people’s cleaning routines for the better. It has earned over 4,000 perfect ratings thanks to its unique frame (a mix of a broom and a squeegee) and its ability to make floors so sparkling, they’re “an entire[ly] new shade of white,” according to one person. To buy: $16; amazon.com. In theory, a broom and squeegee probably aren’t the first things to come to mind when you think of cleaning tool mashups, but the benefits are clear....

Mushrooms have many health benefits since they contain energy boosters like vitamin B, blood pressure regulators such as potassium, and even immune-supporting vitamin D. They can be eaten raw or sautéed, grilled, or baked. In short, if you’re thinking about growing your food, mushrooms are a great place to start. Back To the Roots Organic Mushroom Growing Kit To buy: $20; amazon.com. Here’s why customers say you’ll love this organic mushroom growing kit....

Many purportedly “silk” pillowcases incorporate materials like satin and polyester, but the Silkcase Mulberry Silk Pillowcase is made of 100 percent pure Grade A mulberry silk. While the quality of cotton pillowcases is measured in thread count, the density of silk is measured by momme (the higher the momme, the more silk); at 22-momme, Silkcase’s option is the perfect density for a silk pillowcase—not too light, not too heavy. According to the brand, this pillowcase reduces friction by 85 percent, meaning that it creates a smooth surface that your hair and skin can rest on....

One of the major benefits of the Chef’s Path Airtight Food Storage Container Set is the volume of pieces you can expect to receive in a complete range of sizes. The set will arrive with 24 items, which includes six extra large (11.83 cups or 2.8 liters), six large (8.45 cups or 2 liters), six medium (5.92 cups or 1.4 liters), and six small (3.38 cups or 0.8 liter) containers....

Homeowners with painted brick houses might have a slightly easier time of it than those with siding, trim, shutter, and front door paint color decisions to make, but picking the right exterior paint colors is not an easy process for anyone. Go too neutral, and your house looks nondescript and boring; go too big, and you’ll have a color disaster on your hands—plus the Home Owners Association breathing down your neck....

That’s right, the sweet and sticky stuff you add to a cup of tea or use to glaze some carrots is considered to be an animal product (and therefore not vegan-friendly or plant-based) because it’s produced by bees. Additionally, honey is actually food for bees, and acts as a primary source of necessary carbohydrates, amino acids, antioxidants, and natural antibiotics for the buzzing insects. While drizzling some honey on your morning oatmeal or using it to sweeten a smoothie isn’t quite the same as biting into a juicy burger, many plant-based eaters choose to avoid honey because of how it is produced, particularly on commercial bee farms....

Walmart’s Free Assembly line is our best-kept secret for finding comfortable, on-trend denim for less. Each pair is thoughtfully produced and designed with sustainable materials, so you can feel good in and about your jeans. And shoppers are already raving about the line’s latest $18 jean shorts, dubbing them the perfect pair for summer. The high-rise shorts have a relaxed fit that offers tummy control without feeling restrictive. You can thank its organic cotton construction for that....

And while walnuts are delicious, they’re also packed with nutritional benefits. They even made it into our lists of the 30 healthiest foods you should eat every day, the 10 best heart-healthy ingredients, the best foods for fighting inflammation, and the healthiest types of nuts. Walnuts are a pint-sized package of protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants that you can take with you on the go. They’re a mainstay in the mega-healthy Mediterranean Diet and about as versatile a food can get....

*Restoration kits can cause damage to a car’s paint, so use with care or consult a professional.

Water-wicking abilities aside, Blunt umbrellas are ideal for urban dwellers like myself who crave a compact yet full-coverage canopy that opens at the push of a button. The metro style is the smallest of Blunt’s offerings at 39 inches, but the brand offers umbrellas in five sizes, all with rounded tips that won’t poke fellow commuters. Wicked winds are no match for this compact option, which can withstand gusts of up to 55 miles per hour....

And the pressure to just carry on with business as usual—while also adapting to working from home, juggling child care, home-schooling kids, and dealing with all the other stresses of living during a global health crisis—is what has soured many employees’ relationships to work. These compounding pressures and effects of the pandemic have disproportionately impacted women. Not only have more women lost jobs than men during the pandemic, but they’re also putting in extra work at home....

What are curtain bangs? First, let’s tackle the obvious question people ask. Why are they called curtain bangs? Well, it’s pretty literal: Picture two curtains pulled back on either side of a window or stage. Unlike classic fringe bangs, which lay straight across your forehead and hit at the brow, this style of bang is gently parted in the center, with the pieces being shortest in the middle and gradually getting longer toward the sides as they frame your face, explains stylist John Mouzakis, co-owner of Chicago’s 3rd Coast Salon....

But while ditching a bra might offer some temporary comfort, you probably haven’t thought about the long-term effects of not wearing a bra. So, what’s the deal? What really happens to your breasts when you stop wearing a bra? Turns out, it’s a little complicated. We talked to a handful of experts, and the verdict on whether wearing a bra is actually bad for your breasts (or for you) is still out....

First, it’s important to recall quickly what introvert and extrovert tendencies mean. Rather than the common perception of introverts being people who like to spend time alone and extroverts being those who love to be in a crowd, to put it simply, the traits of these two types are understood by what type of behavior recharges you, says Elizabeth Derickson, a therapist with Talkspace. Introverts tend to enjoy and be energized by their time alone and often work alone, while extroverts tend to refresh by being around others and working on teams....

So if you’re feeling stagnant in your career and you’re hoping to level up and make some more money, you may be wondering if further education can get you where you want to be. The answer is multi-faceted, and depends on the individual. In general, however, many career experts agree that formal higher education no longer correlates as directly to greater career advancement. Instead, future-of-work expert Steve Cadigan, LinkedIn’s first chief HR officer and author of Workquake, believes these are the qualifications that outweigh degrees in today’s work environment: learning agility and adaptability....

Don’t believe us? For one, just think about the resurgence of the appliance garage. On the other hand, the wall-to-wall carpeting trend comeback is pretty divisive, which makes sense since carpeting gets dirty fast. Is full-blown carpeting really going to overtake hardwood floors? We asked an expert for input. Recent Flooring Trends For years, flooring trends have been all about hardwood floors (or engineered wood flooring). Ripping up the carpet and replacing it with clean, bare wood floors—with plenty of area rugs on top—has been a common theme on renovation shows....