Over the next several days, Real Simple readers can take advantage of an exclusive sale code for the On the Rise Firming Serum. Save 20 percent on each bottle when RISE20OFF is applied at checkout. To buy: $16 with code RISE20OFF (was $20); versedskin.com. Here’s why this limited-time offer is not to be missed: The firming serum reverses signs of sun damage, stress, and loss of elasticity almost instantly, according to reviewers....

If you’re looking for home and kitchen deals, you’ll find tons of items that will help you prepare for holiday cooking, like this Le Creuset Dutch oven that’s 47 percent off and this set of four Staub baking dishes that’s 54 percent off. For the fashionistas, there’s a lot of clothing and accessories on sale, too. Check out this classic Longchamp tote bag that’s 20 percent off and these heeled booties that are perfect for any occasion....

The Utopia Bedding standard size pillows arrive in a set of two, and it’s important to note they are hypoallergenic. Rather than down filling, both pillows are filled with polyester fibers and encased in cotton covers. Between the fill and the covers, the pillows are able to “conform to the natural curves of your body,” which allows the pillows to be favored by side, back, and stomach sleepers, according to the brand....

To buy: $15; amazon.com. Not only is Bake Buddy’s silicone mat naturally nonstick, but it’s also anti-slip so you won’t have to deal with it sliding around your countertop while trying to knead dough. All four sides of the mat have ruler marks in inches so you can easily measure long pieces of dough or pastry for breadsticks or shortbread. You’ll find conversion charts for weight, liquids, and oven temperature, allowing you to quickly switch between numbers for recipes....

Determine Your Energy Company’s Peak Hours Peak hours and rates will vary depending upon your energy company and area, so check the company’s website for more info. For a Brooklyn apartment with energy supplied by New York City’s provider, ConEdison, a quick search revealed just how dramatically prices can vary: From June 1 to September 30, peak rates from 8 a.m. to midnight cost 23.07 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh), while midnight to 8 a....

The curated set comes in three aesthetically-pleasing, playful color schemes (aptly named poolside, park picnic, and beach day), and include four key items: the Picnic Tote, reBowl, mini reBoard, and Almost 4-inch Knife. It all rings up at $150 for the collection, but you can also purchase the items separately if you have your eye on just one or two products. To buy: $150, materialkitchen.com. It gets better: The whole set is sustainably made....

Sure, you could argue that the occasional MIA status of a product you’ve only just fallen in love with and learned to incorporate into your weekly meals is just part of the adventure of shopping at TJ’s, but there’s no denying that it can also be incredibly frustrating. After all, Trader Joe’s has an entire page on its website dedicated entirely to discontinued product feedback. In the latest episode of the Inside Trader Joe’s podcast, co-hosts Matt Sloan, vice president of marketing, and Tara Miller, marketing director at Trader Joe’s, delve into exactly why some of your favorite TJ’s products have been discontinued....

But there’s a better, easier make-ahead smoothie method in town—and you can forget your smoothie packs altogether. And ditch the smoothie pops. Secret # 1: Mason Jars You probably already have some mason jars in your cabinet. Next time you whip up a big batch of smoothies), pack it up in mason jars and stick it in the fridge. Though mason jars get a lot of play these days as drinking glasses and vases, their main function is to keep food fresh by creating an airtight seal....

Turn Vintage Rugs into a Stair Runner To create a soft landing on this staircase featured on One Kings Lane, interior design Megan Pflug pieced together multiple vintage runners with similar color schemes and coordinating patterns. If you’re considering carpeting your staircase, this DIY runner could turn a boring staircase into a statement piece. Swap in a Rug for a Throw Blanket If you have a spare rug that you consider too pretty to step on, drape it across the bottom of your bed instead, as artist Sharlene Kayne did, above....

The Firm Ground lotion from Versed combines retinol (a type of vitamin A) with moisturizing ingredients like squalene, vitamin E, and cocoa butter. Suggested for use on areas including the chest, knees, and elbows, Firm Ground addresses signs of aging that traditionally occur on drier areas of the skin. To buy: $18; versedskin.com. Skin irritation is often a common side effect of retinol use. While experts confirm that your skin will gradually adjust with continued use, Firm Ground aims to reduce that experience from the start, using an encapsulated version of retinol....

Shark’s Ion Robot Vacuum can sweep up all of that dirt, crumbs, and pet hair for you and make cleaning so much easier, according to Walmart shopper reviews. But the best news? Walmart just cut the price of the Shark robot vacuum in half before its Labor Day sale is even in full swing, so you can get it for just $149 right now. An absolute steal! If you’re not sold on the idea alone that it vacuums your home for you, the Shark Ion Robot Vacuum features three different brush types—side brushes, channel brushes, and a multi-surface brush roll—to sweep up dirt on rugs, kitchen tile, and hardwood with no problem....

Health Benefits Also known as yuca, mandioca, or manioc, cassava is a shrub native to South America that is harvested for its starchy roots that are used as a rich source of carbohydrates and nutrients. Today, cassava grows in tropical and subtropical climates, including Brazil, Central America, the Caribbean, West Africa, and Southeast Asia. Cassava looks similar to a sweet potato or yam with thicker skin. Its flavor is light, neutral, and starchy....

And we’ve even managed to do a few road trips with our EV—though a long one last year was definitely a different experience than our old gas-powered road trips, with a longer wait time to refuel, and a little bit of a detour to find the fastest charger. That’s one of the biggest hurdles people have on their road to buying an electric vehicle. In fact, a recent survey by Consumer Reports found that 61 percent of people said that charging logistics—when and where they’d be able to charge their cars—would likely prevent them from buying an electric car....

If you want to give the gift of an amazing experience, here’s how to do it—no gift wrap required. But sometimes it pays to think a little outside the box, to see if your gift recipient might be interested in trying something new. My parents may not have taken up pottery as a hobby, despite enjoying the pottery class I gifted them a couple years back. But they have returned to the shop several times to buy the owner’s handiwork....

With a week off in between jobs, it was the ideal time to take a cheap, last-minute flight somewhere. Anywhere. Far enough to feel like an adventure, but not so far that I couldn’t get back for work Monday. Newly 30, this would be my first “adult” vacation—a solid week at budget hotels instead of friend’s couches or crushed into a crowded hostel—and my longest time spent alone. There was the pull to go somewhere new, experience a foreign language, cross some threshold of maturity....

But don’t contemplate an entire overhaul just yet. You might just need a few simple swaps and additions, according to Doris Day, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York. “Take a look at how your skin changes, and adjust or switch out the products accordingly,” she advises. “In general, you need to be careful to use more gentle cleansers and richer moisturizers.” To keep skin happy and hydrated—and flaky freakout-free—follow these dermatologist-recommended skincare switcharoos to execute a seamless transition....

Depending on where and how you camp, you may not need everything on this list. (Especially if you’re glamping—then you probably can leave the toilet paper at home!) And if you’re bound for a national park, don’t forget to check out the “Know Before You Go” section on its website for any additional items you might need, such as bear spray or a bear-proof container for your food. Pick and choose from this list based on when and where you’re going—and have a great time outside....

That being said, not all bronzer is created equal. Bronzer gone bad can be really bad. Orange, streaky, unnatural…we’ve all seen it. The key is to choose a shade that looks like a deeper shade of your own skin tone; it should read as neutral, rather than orange. Application is also key to ending up with the most natural-looking end result. One, make sure your skin is totally dry, and that it’s not still tacky from any foundation or concealer....