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According to celebrity colorist and Redken ambassador Matt Rez, herringbone highlights weave a pattern of colors through fine sections of hair to complement and celebrate natural gray hairs, blending them into the hair color design rather than covering them up entirely. The aptly named technique mimics the palettes, tones, and patterns seen in various styles of herringbone wooden flooring to create seamless highlights that intentionally feature grays. “This herringbone pattern of highlighting will bring brightness to the collective color so there is a perfect balance of warmth and coolness, creating more of a vibrant neutral vibe,” he explains....

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As soon as I moved to New York City for college, I made my salon appointment to go ginger (sorry, Mom!) and I couldn’t have been more excited. I walked in with a picture of Emma Stone and hoped for the best. My hair turned out better than I expected, and I felt more like myself than I ever had before. I strutted out as a new woman… but was back again only two weeks later because my virgin hair wouldn’t hold the dye....

So we asked an art expert for actionable advice on picking a cohesive picture frame color and style. Jeffrey Feigenheimer is A.I. Friedman’s corporate framing director and has a ton of experience picking frames for iconic artwork. He shared a handful of simple design ideas for common artwork types you may have in your home. Natural Wood Shadow Box A shadow-box frame makes a poster (or an inexpensive online print) appear more like real art....

To maximize this weeknight dinner staple, here are tips for choosing the best rotisserie chicken— followed by advice for using, storing, and reusing—to get the most out of every morsel. What do you look for when buying rotisserie chicken? Size and plumpness: Larger birds are older and more muscular (and flavorful). A round, plump chicken is usually a juicy one. If the skin is shriveled and looks dry, the meat probably is, too....

But rest assured: If there’s more demand for your business than employees to fulfill it, then there is a financial benefit to hiring a staff member. Here’s why you should hire staff to save your business money in the long run—and the best ways to do so. New staff can create new growth opportunities. Dan Belcher is the founder and CEO of Mortgage Relief, a real estate-dependent company that operates in Ohio and Oklahoma....

Truth is, it’s likely the only suspicious activity there is the message itself—because it’s a scam. And if you feel like you have been getting a lot more of these spammy calls and texts, you’re not alone. Cyberattacks Can Have Serious Consequences Cyberattacks like these can be harmful to your financial and personal security, and can even lead to identify theft. “If you don’t put yourself through rigorous checks, you’re going to get hit at some point,” says Nick Santora, a certified cybersecurity expert....

Addressing the historical inequities faced by people who identify as Native Americans or Alaskan Natives requires institutional change, but there are still ways in which non-Native individuals can get educated—enough to become vocal allies and to directly support initiatives that improve the lives of Indigenous peoples today. Here are five ways you can put your money—and your time—into Native and Indigenous communities this year. Tune in to Wes Studi’s educational video series with the Partnership for Native Americans....

Admittedly—in an era when social media, emails, and text messages are the preferred methods of communication—sending a handwritten letter feels a bit old-fashioned. In fact, thank-you notes have been traced back to as far as the 15th century. But the truth is, appreciating your loved ones (and good manners in general) will never go out of style. To help bring the storied tradition to modern times, a few etiquette experts share everything you need to know about writing and sending thank-you notes....

Going back to its origins, quinoa is an ancient grain native to South America. Historical evidence shows that it was domesticated for consumption by the people of Bolivia and Peru between 3,000 and 5,000 BCE. Quinoa grows into tall, fluffy, cloud-like bundles resembling rock candy and thrives in environments where temperatures don’t exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit. The main types of quinoa that you’ll see on the market today are white, red, and black varietals, which can be combined to create tri-color or rainbow quinoa blends....

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If you’re ready to expand your food knowledge, check out our list of 11 grains that you need to know. We’ll also explain how you should be buying, cooking, and using each of these different (but still somewhat common) types of grains. Who knows—you might just find a new-to-you grain that changes your dinner menu rotation for good. Taste: mild and nutty Health benefits: The high protein content in this grain/seed helps people on plant-based diets meet their required daily protein needs....

Enter Riche Holmes Grant—host and designer of the Telly Award-winning TV show, Home Upgrade, produced by Better Homes & Gardens and REAL SIMPLE magazines, and streaming on PeopleTV—who was ready with some smart strategies for Christina to DIY a stylish multipurpose room that suited all her needs. Holmes Grant chose a bold green color for the walls and the ceiling to help the room feel larger and the ceiling higher—and a bold accent wall with a tropical mural to highlight the room....

There’s little more satisfying than a freshly vacuumed carpet, but she struggles with chronic pain and fatigue. “In order to keep up with cleaning, I need lightweight tools that make tasks as easy as possible so I don’t totally zap my energy on one chore,” she told me. “I recently made the switch to a robot vacuum for everyday maintenance, reserving my beloved Dyson stick vacuum for deeper cleans. But for small, quick messes like stray litter box crystals and crumbs on the kitchen floor, it’s a bit of a hassle to get out the Dyson—even though it does convert easily to a handheld....

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I discovered the Hey Dewy Wireless Humidifier from a friend that experienced similar symptoms and swore by the device. I have very little self-control when purchasing mini-versions of anything, so I was immediately drawn to the petite gadget that would hopefully ease my troubles. I’m happy to report that it’s still my go-to a year later. Hey Dewy’s countertop tool is a compact, cool mist humidifier that adds moisture to your air, which can improve allergies and congestion, soothe sinus issues, and combat dry skin....

While it might not always seem like it, there is, in fact, a difference between soaps, body washes, and shower gels, and that difference matters depending on your skin type and where you live. To figure out the best product to wash your body with, we asked Ilyse Lefkowicz, MD, a board-certified dermatologist specializing in general and cosmetic dermatology, and the global dermatologist for Head and Shoulders, for all the answers....

He went out on a limb when he first saw his East Hampton property, describing it as “a very bad 1950s cinder block house with low ceilings and vinyl floors,” but knew he could tweak it here and there to turn it into something special. Graybill initially hired an architect to help with his primary room’s closet, but once it was complete, he admits that he “hated” the results. “We over-programmed the first version to maximize storage, and were a bit heavy-handed....

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