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However, the price of a glass of rosé does vary based on where in the country you are, regardless of the type of rosé you’re drinking. FinanceBuzz, which focuses on personal finance, recently researched rosé wine prices in every state to find where wine drinkers can expect to pay the most and least for this drink across the country. According to the data—the price of a regular-size glass of rosé at more than 500 restaurants and bars around the U....
We now know that a loofah isn’t only bad for your skin, but it could cause some rather scary-sounding infections as well. To find out why it’s not a good idea to shower with a loofah—and what you should be using instead—we talked to Gretchen W. Frieling, MD, a board-certified dermatopathologist in Boston. What Is a Loofah? A true all-natural loofah is a bath product made out of a dried tropical gourd....
How to Clean Potatoes Start by choosing good potatoes that feel firm to the touch and don’t have a musty order or abundant discoloration and blemishes. It doesn’t take long to clean potatoes; you just need cold water and a vegetable brush. If you want the potato skins to crisp up, make sure to pat them dry with a towel before cooking them. Do You Need to Wash Potatoes? In short, yes, it’s very important to wash potatoes before cooking with them....
How to Buy a Turkey The best way to shop for a turkey is to look for one that weighs between 12 and 14 pounds. Within this weight range, your turkey is big enough to feed about eight guests with a ton of leftovers. If you’re planning on cooking a larger bird for a bigger gathering, don’t go above 15 pounds. In this case, it’s better to roast two smaller birds, which will guarantee evenly cooked and succulent perfection all around....
How to Remove Sticker Residue “Lay the garment flat on a table and place a towel behind the stain,” says John Mahdessian, the president of Madame Paulette, a professional dry cleaning company in New York City. “First, check to make sure the glue is dry, then dab clear acetone nail-polish remover onto a cloth and rub it into the leftover glue. The white spots should vanish quickly.” Before you do anything, scrape off as much of the sticker as you can using a dull, straight edge, like a butter knife....
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We’re left with a simple question: Do candles expire? Or can we save all the candles we just bought for next year? The short answer is that candles can expire. But the long answer is a little more complicated than that. Here’s what you need to know. Typical Shelf Life A candle’s lifespan can vary a lot based on its ingredients. For example, a paraffin candle with synthetic oils can last for years, while a candle made with vegetable wax and essential oils is best used within a few months....
Below are some science-backed techniques you can work into your everyday routine to help thicken your hair naturally. “A host of nutritional deficiencies can cause hair loss and hair breakage,” notes Dhaval G. Bhanusali, M.D., board-certified dermatologist and founder of Skin Medicinals. He adds you may want to seek input from a professional if the issue is ongoing. “Doctors and dermatologists look at things like iron levels, vitamin D, thyroid studies, and other medical data points to make sure we don’t miss any internal causes of thinning or weakening hair,” he says....
An Acquired Taste Not everyone will love the messy bed look. It does have a certain relaxed, boho feel that may not fit into everyone’s preferred aesthetic—anyone attached to a crisp fold and carefully arranged pillows will likely want to stick to their bed-making ways. But anyone who struggles to remember to make the bed in the morning might appreciate a bed that is styled so it can be left as-is and still look fantastic....
And all those experts who advise skipping out on small pleasures, like your daily latte or avocado toast, might be missing the mark. “The whole idea of rice and beans, beans and rice is cool in theory, but it’s just not realistic,” says financial expert Aja Dang on a recent episode of the Money Confidential podcast. Dang burned out on the savings front after scrimping to pay off credit cards, a car loan, and a student loan....
How to Store Red Wine Red wine and white wine can be stored together, no wine fridge required. “Still wine in general benefits from being stored in a consistently cool, dark place that isn’t too dry,” says Amy Racine, sommelier and beverage director at JF Restaurants. “If there isn’t enough humidity, sometimes the cork can shrivel up and dry out, but most homes and basements already are just fine for this....
As Miguel Pires, co-owner of IMBUE The Salon, puts it, most of us have a love-hate relationship with our bangs. “Not everyone has the same hair texture, and oftentimes many people encounter cowlicks around their hairline that make styling their bangs tricky,” he says. “And not all bangs are cut equal! Sometimes your stylist may have not taken into consideration your hair texture or lifestyle that makes styling your bangs a chore....
But what happens if you do the same thing, day-in and day-out? Is sticking to a narrow fitness routine “bad” for you? Could strictly being a runner or yogi do more harm than good? Here’s what medical and fitness professionals have to say about the importance of exercise variety, along with some helpful tips to get you out of a fitness rut (or prevent one in the first place)....
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But is the pink princess philodendron worth the cost? Let’s dive into why this philodendron variety costs so much, where you can actually purchase one, and how to take care of it if you manage to bring one home. Pink Princess Philodendron Cost The PPP is so expensive because it’s rare. Although it’s a cultivar of Philodendron Erubescens, which is relatively common, pink variegation in philodendrons doesn’t happen on its own that often....