YouTubers and TikTok-ers recently put the succulent in the spotlight with insanely simple DIY aloe vera hair mask videos that revealed head-turning results. One look at the salon-level glossiness (with just one application!) is enough to make us want to scoop out its jelly guts and slather from roots to ends. To dive deeper, we looked beyond the public praise, trending #aloe hashtags, and millions of video views, and turned to actual experts to see what they think about rubbing raw aloe vera on hair....

Although you should absolutely use Black Friday and Cyber Monday to do your holiday gift shopping, there’s no reason you shouldn’t treat yourself, too. And anyone who loves keeping a clean home neat and tidy will think of these vacuum sales as the gift that just keeps on giving. Sure, the holiday season is a magical time of year, but is there anything more magical than a cleaning device that does the work for you?...

Earl Grey Truffles Increase the amount of cream to 2/3 cup. Add 1 tablespoon Earl Grey tea to the cream and bring to a simmer. Let the mixture stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Before adding it to the chocolate, strain the cream through a fine mesh sieve, discarding the solids. Instead of sprinkles, roll truffles in cocoa powder. Peanut Butter and Jelly Truffles Stir 1/4 cup raspberry jam into the chocolate mixture after the cream....

Dry wines typically work best for cooking, but what are dry wines, really? Hint: It has nothing to do with the actual liquid content. “Most still wines are vinified to dryness, which means that all the sugars from the grapes get converted into alcohol during fermentation,” explains. A.J. Ojeda-Pons, seasoned sommelier and director of operations at New York’s Temperance Wine Bar. In winemaking, yeasts eat the sugar, converting it to alcohol, and the less sugar left, the drier a wine will taste....

My family lived in Cincinnati, Ohio for about four years when I was growing up. I may not remember a ton about living in Cincinnati, but there are three things that burned into my brain that I’ll never forget – coasters, memories with my sister Breanna, and a love for Cincinnati chili. I’ll give it to you, Cincinnati chili is an acquired taste but once you’ve acquired it, other chilis just don’t compare....

“My all-time favorite use of green in an interior was Dunn Edwards’s Midnight Spruce used in #clientohhiojai’s kitchen. And yes, it was my favorite use of green in an interior ever. The finished look in that Ojai kitchen with the marble countertops, wooden shelves, and gold accents was a dream come true,” Lewis explains. To buy: Midnight Spruce, dunnedwards.com. “I’ve used Silver Satin on several projects and my clients are always happy with the Taupe/Gray shade which makes it the perfect neutral,” Franklin says....

While shapewear used to have a reputation for hiding so-called flaws, it’s now embraced by many shoppers as an “empowering” accessory to “help them feel their best,” says Kimmay Caldwell, Undergarment Educator at Hurray Kimmay. “Bodies age and soften. It’s totally normal,” she adds. “And some folks like the option of having a smoother or shaped silhouette.” After researching the best shapewear on the market, we landed on the Skims Sculpting Bodysuit W....

My family and I just returned from a trip to Universal Studios Florida where we rode as many rides as possible, including all of the Universal Studios roller coasters! I grew up in a coaster family that went to amusement parks for every single vacation. We even have a running spreadsheet of coasters that we’ve been on – I’m around 250 different coasters at this point. And last year my parents, all my siblings, and a bunch of my aunt and uncles and their kids piled into two vans and rode 50 coasters in five days....

Follow these fridge storage tips to help make everything in your fridge easier to find—then check out some key fridge organization products for enhancing your aesthetic. Best Ways to Organize Your Fridge Edit and sort your food. Take everything out of your fridge and toss any withered produce, leftovers more than a few days old, and expired condiments or dairy products. Sort everything you have left into categories—deli, dairy, produce, and sauces and condiments, to start....

Cricut Machines on Sale Now: Cricut Maker, $249 (was $400) Cricut Explore Air 2, $169 (was $250) Cricut Joy, $129 (was $180) Cricut EasyPress 2 9x9, $119 (was $190) Cricut EasyPress 2 12x10, $169 (was $240) Cricut Mug Press, $179, (was $200) With so many options at such great prices, it can be difficult to know which machine is right for you. Before making a purchase, you’ll want to consider what you plan to use your Cricut for and how often you’ll use it....

The Eureka PowerSpeed Upright Vacuumhas a strong motor that’s designed to easily suck updust and debris. Thanks to its five height settings, it cleans a variety of floor types, including hardwood floor and carpets. It can even suck up mess on rugs of different piles. And at just 10 pounds, the lightweight vacuum is a breeze to maneuver throughout your home. To clean messes above your floors, the vacuum comes with three attachments that are conveniently stored on its base for easy access....

The Tozo T10 Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds usually go for $40 but are currently on sale for up to 54 percent off with a coupon. The sleek buds come with a small charging case and have playtime that lasts up to 10 hours. Of course listening to music and audio are the earbuds’ main purpose, and as such they have deep bass, a mellow mid-range, and clear treble. With a built-in microphone, you can take calls on the go....

The number of renovating homeowners deciding to open up their kitchen has dropped from 53 percent in 2019 to 43 percent in 2021. However, as outdoor space has become a premium, one in five homeowners is opening up their kitchen to a patio, deck, or backyard. Others just want an Instagram-ready pantry, with 46 percent upgrading their pantry cabinets. RELATED: 8 No-Sweat Tricks to Clean Any Type of Floor Expect more standout islands, both in color and texture (fluted islands are officially a thing)....

To figure out how to select the perfect plants for your own outdoor space, whether it’s a big backyard or a petite patio, we asked the plant experts at Costa Farms for the rules to follow when picking plants. As it turns out, considering these five factors before you head to the nursery can help you choose plants that are sure to thrive. When you’re planting in ground, enriching your soil before planting can help your plants thrive in their new home....

When there are smaller items or delicate pieces, like bras, underwear, masks, socks, and even sweaters, tossed inside your laundry basket, you might feel tempted to put on a dedicated load of laundry. But the Muchfun 3-Piece Honeycomb Mesh Laundry Bags can literally lessen your load. With their 9 by 12-inch size and zippered closure, each laundry bag helps you to avoid the pesky hassle of losing a sock or realizing a bra was snagged during a cycle by keeping smaller items zipped inside a protective pouch....

The easy trick? Keep your to-do list down to a clutter-free minimum that revolves around your priorities. Your tasks for the next day should hover around six items at most, according to James Clear, a performance improvement writer. Clear recently wrote a post about the method on his website, JamesClear.com. This efficient to-do list is known as the Ivy Lee method. It’s based on the style used by the eponymous public relations executive best known for his work with the Rockefeller family in the early 20th century....

Walker Edison’s Theo mid-century modern buffet has the telltale tapered legs, wood-like finish, and boxiness you’d expect from a classic mid-century modern credenza or side table. The neutral shades and geometric frames make it adaptable for any room. But even better is the fact that this cabinet system won’t put you back thousands of dollars. Right now, a handful of the sizes and colors are on sale, with the 44-inch pecan buffet going for $160....