10 Popular Makeup Items That Cause Breakouts, Esthetician Says in New Video Maksym Belchenko / iStock When it comes to keeping your skin clear, mostly everyone knows that the cardinal sin is not washing your makeup off at night. However, even if you never sleep in makeup and religiously follow your skincare routine, the beauty items you choose could still be clogging your pores and leading to acne. In a new video on TikTok , licensed esthetician Paige Watkins reveals the makeup that can cause breakouts....

10 Scents That Keep Snakes Away, Experts Say Shutterstock Keeping snakes off your property and out of your home is serious business. Tidying your lawn, eliminating rodent problems, and ensuring you’re not giving any reptiles easy entry cracks in your foundation are all common snake-proofing measures . But if you’re looking to go the extra mile, you can also use the power of scent. So, what smells do snakes hate?...

10 Steps to Prepare Your Finances for a Recession, Experts Say JohnnyGreig / iStock Though we’re not officially in or headed for a recession, there is undoubtedly concern about the economy among the public. According to a recent poll from Credit Karma, 78 percent of Americans started 2024 with existing financial concerns, with the most common fear (38 percent of respondents) being a recession. Hopefully it never materializes, but there’s nothing wrong with being prepared for the worst....

11 Best Family Dollar Christmas Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva If you haven’t started shopping for Christmas decor yet, then you’re already late to the party. Retailers have been lining their shelves with cozy blankets and throw pillows, seasonal candles, twinkle lights, faux garland and wreaths, and festive cookware for weeks now. But don’t fret— Family Dollar just got in a new haul of winter holiday goodies, and prices start at just $1....

11 Best Hobby Lobby New Arrivals Hitting Shelves in February Shutterstock Have you been to your local Hobby Lobby lately? This month, the aisles of your local store are filling up with the hottest spring products, ranging from Valentine’s Day and Easter decor to tons of gorgeous wall art and faux flowers. All the Hobby Lobby influencers have been sharing their favorite products, many of which look like designer items from Pottery Barn and Ballard Designs for a fraction of the price....

11 Best New Dollar General Finds for Just $1 Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: iStock; Design: Canva You don’t have to search high and low for unbelievable deals at Dollar General . The discount retailer is naturally crawling with discounts on name-brand labels, seasonal decor, and home essentials. Below, we rounded up the 11 best new Dollar General finds hitting shelves this week—all for just $1! RELATED: 11 Best New Dollar General Finds for Just $1 ....

11 Best New Ross Dress for Less Arrivals Hitting Shelves as February Begins Shutterstock One of my favorite things about shopping at Ross Dress for Less is that you never know what you might find. Unlike T.J. Maxx and Marshalls, the discount store doesn’t have an e-commerce website showcasing its products. On every shopping trip, I am surprised by what new arrivals are hitting the aisles, ranging from Sephora and Ulta Beauty products for way under retail to name-brand clothing, home decor, and gadgets....

11 Best New Walmart Home Finds Hitting Shelves This February Shutterstock I am going to let you in on a little secret: Some of the bougiest people I know shop at Walmart for home furnishings and decor. The superstore is a sneaky resource for interior designers, design influencers, and regular people who enjoy upgrading their homes without spending a ton of money. What are the hottest products this month? Here are the 11 best ew Walmart home finds hitting shelves this February....

11 Best New Walmart Home Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva A new season calls for a change of scenery—and I don’t mean the outdoors. Freshen up your space with a new set of throw pillows, an accent rug , or perhaps something bigger, such as a freestanding bookcase. Whether you’re looking to get more organized this fall or are chasing a new hobby of yours (maybe baking?...

11 High-Protein Breakfasts to Burn Fat and Kickstart Your Day Shutterstock A healthy breakfast packed with quality protein can seriously benefit your weight loss efforts. “A high protein breakfast has been shown to benefit muscle health and to support weight loss by increasing muscle mass, energy expenditure (calories burned), satiety hormones, glucose regulation and by decreasing the desire to snack at night,” says the American Society for Nutrition . “Although breakfast may be the most frequently skipped meal in America, it continues to live up to its reputation as the most important meal of the day....

11 New PJ Sets From Old Navy and Gap Are Winter’s Coziest Finds Photo: iStock; Design: Canva I’m not ashamed to admit that my winter capsule wardrobe heavily revolves around pajamas . Even my favorite work-from-home ‘fit is a comfy three-piece pajama set. I live in my pajamas 24/7, so I’m always on the lookout for new sleepwear sets. And you know who always has my back? Old Navy and Gap....

11 Things People With High Emotional Intelligence Do Every Day JLco Julia Amaral/Shutterstock Having high emotional intelligence (EI) means you’re able to manage your own emotions in a healthy way and understand the emotions of those around you. Experts say there are plenty of perks associated with having high EI, including healthier relationships , stronger leadership skills, a better sense of well-being, increased confidence, and more robust resilience. According to Daniel Goleman , the author and psychologist who popularized the concept of EI in the 1990s, there are five key pillars that bolster emotional intelligence....

12 Safe and Easy Ways to Poop Instantly When You’re Constipated iStock Simply put, being unable to poop is one of the more uncomfortable feelings we experience. According to Cleveland Clinic, constipation occurs most often “due to changes in diet or routine , or due to inadequate intake of fiber.” Of course, if the problem is extremely painful or persists, you should visit your healthcare provider. But if you’re looking for a quick release, consider trying these 10 safe and easy things doctors and nutritionists have revealed “will make you poop instantly....

120 Spring Instagram Captions to Spruce Things Up BigLike Images/Shutterstock Spring is here, which means selfie season has officially begun. Whether you’re celebrating an early getaway or simply enjoying the warmer weather, there’s no shortage of reasons to post this time of year. Of course, on social media, your snaps are always best accompanied by the right caption. And while we applaud anyone who can come up with something all on their own, we also recognize that not everyone is up to the task, especially when your mind is otherwise occupied by just living life....

14 Daily Affirmations for a Happy Marriage simona pilolla 2 / Shutterstock When you got married, you made your vows to your partner—a set of hopes and promises for your future together. Since that day, you and your marriage have probably grown and changed in ways you couldn’t have imagined on your wedding day. Practicing daily marriage affirmations is a way to let your vows evolve and grow along with your relationship while still honoring the things that made you say “I do” in the first place....

15 Easy Daily Habits to Boost Your Metabolism and Shed Fat Shutterstock Imagine a world where you didn’t have to torture yourself at the gym for hours on end or slash tons of calories from your diet to face down the scale in your bathroom. Imagine a world where you didn’t have to feel pangs of guilt every time you indulged in your favorite tasty foods. This is not just a fantasy; it’s a very achievable reality when you activate your metabolism, your body’s own superpower....

150 More Big Lots Stores Suspected to Close—Is Yours on the List? Shutterstock The future of Big Lots remains uncertain for devoted employees and loyal customers of the discount retailer, once popular for selling furniture, home decor, mattresses, tech, and more at steep discounts. After filing for bankruptcy in September 2024 then being dropped from a deal with Nexus Capital, Big Lots has been “saved” by liquidation firm Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, which has agreed to transfer the company’s assets to Variety Wholesalers, Inc....

17 Reasons Why Fall Is the Best Time to Start a New Relationship Shutterstock Sure, summer may get all the credit as the season “of love,” but if you believe some of the world’s top relationship authorities, fall is actually when we really choose to open up our hearts . For proof, here you’ll find 17 expert-backed reasons why autumn is in fact the prime season to fall deeply in love....

17 Signs You’re a Bad Listener, According to Experts fizkes/Shutterstock According to a 2023 study published in The International Journal of Listening , strong listening skills are essential for building trust, strengthening relationships , and even excelling at work. But, we’re living in a a time when everyone is constantly distracted. From non-stop notifications to packed schedules and trying to multitask, actually paying attention to someone can be tough. Research shows that the average person only remembers about 25% of what they hear in a conversation....

19th Century Underwater Hospital and Cemetery Discovered at Florida National Park NPS Photo / C. Sproul National parks offer some of the United States’ most breathtaking sights. Visitors are amazed by Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park and the many overlooks at the Grand Canyon, but at Dry Tortugas National Park in the Florida Keys, there’s a spectacle you can’t see—because it is underwater. According to a press release from National Park Service (NPS), archeologists discovered a 19th century quarantine hospital and cemetery on a submerged island off the coast of Garden Key , which is home to Fort Jefferson and the park’s headquarters....