To find the best makeup brush cleaners, we spent hours researching the top cleaners and evaluating them on their formula, ingredients, ease of use, and price. We also spoke with Anisa Telwar Kaicker, founder and CEO of ANISA Beauty and Anisa International. For the best clean, use “lukewarm water and a lightly foaming cleanser,” says Kaicker. “If you’re dealing with intensive product buildup, an antibacterial dish soap can also help to remove bacteria and oil....

To find the best outdoor Christmas lights, we spent hours researching the options on the market while considering factors like bulb type, power source, safety testing, and length. We also received tips from Stefan Bucur, home decor expert and founder of Rhythm of the Home, on how to shop for outdoor lights. “Outdoor Christmas lights are generally more durable and waterproof so they can be considered better, especially if the manufacturer confirms that they can be also safely used indoors,” says Bucur....

We don’t know how long many of these deals will last, and several are selling quickly. Keep reading to shop the best after Prime Day deals below. Best Home Deals Some of the best deals to shop over Prime Day have been on home appliances, furniture, and decor. There’s never been a better time to snag a robot vacuum for over $100 off, or a new area rug with prices starting at under $30—like this best-selling one from Artistic Weavers that’s up to 63 percent off....

To find the best at-home compost bins and buckets, we spent hours researching the market and considered factors like type, material, capacity, and lid style to find those that reigned supreme. We also received expert advice on how to shop for compost bins (and use them correctly) from Rick Carr, farm director and master composter at the Rodale Institute. “When it comes to composting outdoors, make sure you have no food showing and don’t be afraid to make mistakes,” says Carr....

To find the best flameless candles, we researched the various options on the market and narrowed the list down based on type, size, features, and more. We also spoke with Ellie Anderson, owner of the style and decor site The Glossy Nest, for tips on what to look for when shopping for battery-powered candles. Our top pick is the GenSwin LED Flameless Flickering Candles because they’re the most realistic-looking option on our list....

When looking for the best meal prep containers for your needs, Talia Koren, founder of the meal planning subscription service and blog, Workweek Lunch and author of The Workweek Lunch Cookbook, suggests that the best meal prep containers you can buy are ones with sealable, airtight lids. “Look for containers that have lids that snap down rather than just press on to the container,” says Koreen. “This way they won’t leak or let any food smells escape into your fridge....

“Aegean Teal 2136-40 and the corresponding Colour Trends 2021 palette express a welcoming, lived-in quality that celebrates the connections and real moments that take place within the home,” says Andrea Magno, the director of color marketing and development at Benjamin Moore, in the press release. The balanced hue is intended to bring stability during an uncertain time. This year, as many of us spend more time at home during the pandemic, you may be eager for easy ways to refresh your space....

The Best Cranberry Orange Bread It all started when my mom convinced me to try mixing cranberry juice into my orange juice. The tart flavor of the cranberry perfectly balances the sweetness of the orange. Cranberry orange juice is still my favorite drink, but it’s gone far beyond just juice now. I absolutely love the tartness of cranberries and how they can complement a sweet salad, baked good, or even soup so well....

There’s this one restaurant we go to in our local area that has my son’s absolute favorite dessert ever – dirt and worms. We’ve all had it before – pudding, crushed up Oreos, and gummy worms. My son gets it without the pudding but the idea is the same – there’s just something about eating dirt and worms that’s fun. This Oreo dirt cake makes it not only fun to eat but also delicious with the addition of layers of a pudding filling to go with the Oreo crumbs!...

Whether you’re working from a standing desk or washing dishes in the kitchen, the Comfilife Anti-Fatigue Floor Mat is the perfect companion for your feet. One happy shopper actually said it feels like “standing on a cloud.” And they’re not the only ones obsessed with the mat—the home essential is loved by so many people, it has earned more than 27,700 five-star ratings and counting. To buy: $42 with coupon (was $60); amazon....

According to Google Maps data, Saturdays between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. are usually the busiest times to visit the grocery store. The best time to go grocery shopping for Thanksgiving may be Monday at 8 a.m., when stores are typically least busy. Monday may seem too far in advance to pick up your groceries for Thursday, but if it helps you avoid crowds, it may be worth it. Tuesday and Wednesday leading up to November 25 are sure to be popular Thanksgiving grocery shopping days, and many stores may be closed on Thanksgiving this year, so don’t plan on going morning of without confirming your store will be open first....

As seen in this TikTok video, the device is small enough to fit right in the palm of your hand to chop things up. All you have to do is prepare whichever fruits, vegetables, or herbs that you’d like to cut and throw them into the chopper. Once they’re in, twist and lock the lid, then pull the cord to activate the blades. Pulling the cord spins the blades to chop the contents inside within a few seconds....

No complex maneuvering or technological prowess is required to work the CXhome Spray Mop. Just fill the included 500-milliliter reusable bottle with water and 2 teaspoons of a cleaning solution (like this $11 one), hit a button to spray your floors, and then wipe them down. The mop comes with two thick reusable microfiber pads—one for wetting the floors and one for drying them—and a multifunctional scraper for removing pet hair and embedded dirt....

If you want to add thickness, distribute Aveeno Nourish + Style Volumizing Foam ($6.50 at drugstores) through damp strands first. Cream To smooth and soften dry or damaged hair, apply Fekkai Advanced Brilliant Glossing Cream ($21, fekkai.com), before and after styling. Hair Spray To add lift and set hair, use Aussie Sydney Smooth 12 Hr Anti-Humidity Hair Spray ($4 at drugstores) on almost-dry roots and all over after drying. First apply a creamy leave-in conditioner, like Biolage Curl Defining Elixir ($14, biolage....

Whether you’re trying to save some space or add more functional furniture to your home, a garment rack is always a good idea. But this isn’t just your standard metal garment rack with a few rods: Apart from having a standard area to hang some of your clothing items, it has shelves that are perfect for shoes and handbags. There’s also a bottom shelf to fit even more shoes, if you’ve got a large collection....

This new definition of what makes a comfortable bra may have you reconsidering your lingerie drawer, but never fear. Bra shopping doesn’t need to be your next great shopping challenge because we’ve done all the work for you. Real Simple editors put 35 different bras to the test to find the ones that are truly comfortable, uplifting, and dependable, whether you’re looking for a bra with a large size range or a good strapless bra....

That attraction to expensive carbonated water is well-known by those around me, so I’ve heard “You should get a SodaStream!” on more than a dozen occasions. But I didn’t expect to be blown away once I finally got a SodaStream Terra into my kitchen. And right now, it’s on sale. To buy: $79 (was $100); amazon.com. To start, this wonderful little gadget (which the brand sent me to test) comes in black, white, misty blue, and red, which lets it blend into most kitchen styles....

The morning after the soap incident I went online and ordered the Oggi Non-Skid Under-Sink Tray on a whim. It was only $10, and I wanted a small mat that would fit inside the tiny doors of the sink cabinet in our galley kitchen. In less than five minutes, I solved a problem that took me hours of frustration. To buy: $10; amazon.com. The simple tray with a small lip neatly held the offending dish soap, as well a set of caustic cleaners, sponges, and rags....

Sidestep these snafus for your best Thanksgiving dinner yet. Not Defrosting in Time Turkeys can take more than an hour per pound to defrost, so make room in your fridge early. “I’ll put mine in the fridge on Sunday night, and it should be fully defrosted but Wednesday. This gives me sufficient time to brine it overnight before cooking on Thanksgiving Day,” says Polak. Cooking a Wet Turkey Moisture is the enemy of crispy....

If you’ve been on the fence about Three Ships Beauty, here’s your chance to try the affordable line for even less. To celebrate Boxing Day, it’s slashing prices on some of its best-selling formulas today through tomorrow, December 27. With only two days to take advantage of this sale, you’ll want to snatch these popular skincare essentials up fast. Even better, orders over $50 earn free shipping, while orders over $100 include a free washcloth and headband set....