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To buy: $20 (was $23); amazon.com. One shopper says the Botanic Tree cleanser is “one of the most gentle chemical exfoliants” they’ve ever used, and it leaves their skin “noticeably smoother after each use.” Others say they use the cleanser for various skin-specific concerns, including hormonal or cystic acne. “It brings the cystic bumps that usually stay deep under the skin to the surface, which helps [relieve] the pain and heal the spots so much quicker,” one explained....

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Shoppers call it dreamy. It’s won over celebrities like Kate Hudson and Chrissy Teigen, and it’s surely been popping up on your Instagram feed, too (the hashtag #barefootdreamsblanket alone has over 2,000 posts to date). The super-soft blanket has a reputation for making customers feel pampered above all else. Oh, and did we mention it’s frequently sold out? But, from now until October 31, the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Marled Stripe Blanket is over 40 percent off at QVC, making it just $75....

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Hair Perfumes vs. Regular Perfume Hair perfume is a fragrance mist that’s formulated especially for your hair and scalp and contains little to no alcohol. Traditional fragrance is often formulated with a high percentage of ethyl alcohol, which can be extremely drying to the hair and scalp, leaving it more prone to damage and breakage. According to Philip Berkovitz, founder of Phillip B haircare, “A product designated as an actual hair perfume is more likely to be infused with blends of essential oils, aloe vera, or oleosomes to encapsulate the scent and add moisture into the hair shaft....

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How the Data Was Collected The cookies were divided into five categories—flavor, shape, substitute ingredients, internationally inspired, and other—and there were some clear winners in the bunch. To clarify, the reason why you won’t see some favorites on the map below, such as chocolate chip cookies or gingerbread cookies, is because the data only encompasses queries that were over-represented in a state compared to the country as a whole. The Results The most popular uniquely searched cookie was actually something called “Christmas cookie fudge,” which nabbed the top spot in six states....

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Oven-Roasted Turkey For a classic roast turkey, begin by preheating your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit; you want it nice and hot at the beginning. However, if the oven temperature is too high for the entirety of the cooking time, the turkey will dry out. Starting the turkey in a hot oven gets the skin crispy and burnished—just what you want. We recommend starting the turkey in a 425 degree oven for 30-45 minutes before tenting the pan with foil and lowering the temperature to 350 degrees until a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees when inserted into the thickest part of the bird....

Boiling With or Without Skin There is not much difference between boiling sweet potatoes with the skins on versus peeling them, but you will get a boost of fiber and potassium if you keep the skin on. The skin also adds a subtle texture to each bite. If you’re looking for a smoother mash, peel the potatoes first before boiling. How to Boil Sweet Potatoes Prep Shop for sweet potatoes with smooth skin that is firm when you press it, and avoid any soft spots....

Rinse shellfish under running water to remove loose sediment, discarding any with broken shells. (Healthy shellfish close their shells when firmly tapped.) Transfer shellfish to a large pot of cold salted water (like their natural environment). Refrigerate, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Just before cooking, lift the shellfish out of the water by hand, so that the sediment remains at the bottom of the pot. Mussels sometimes have small, fibrous “beards,” which you should pinch off....

Whether you’re planning on hosting immediate family or just a few friends—and taking the party outdoors or hosting a digital Thanksgiving dinner—you may want to consider springing for a smaller turkey. Here’s what you should know about picking out and preparing a delicious little bird. Where to Buy a Small Turkey Since most supermarkets only carry standard 20-pound turkeys, it’s a good idea to call your supermarket ahead of time (several weeks is ideal) to ensure they have what you want....

How to Store Dry Pasta Tight, secure seals will prevent bugs from infesting dry pasta. Once you’ve opened the original box or container of pasta, it’s important to transfer any leftover dry pasta to a fresh, airtight storage container. Keep airtight pasta containers in a cool, dark, dry place, like a cupboard. Stored in this way, dry pasta lasts indefinitely. How to Store Fresh Pasta Fresh pasta hasn’t been dehydrated, so it doesn’t last as long as dry pasta does....