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If you haven’t yet added a hair gloss into your color-treated hair care routine, consider this your sign to start. Hair glosses (also known as a hair glaze) are the at-home solution to maintaining the shine of your color-treated hair. “Hair gloss is what’s called a demi-permanent color,” explains Nick Stenson, a celebrity hair colorist, and Matrix artistic director. “It provides shine and smoothing benefits for all hair types and can be clear or deposit color that can subtly accentuate or boldly change your hair color....

Instant Pot Basmati Rice I’m calling this instant pot basmati rice because we normally have basmati rice on hand and that’s what we use. But you could totally use jasmine rice or any other long-grain white rice to make this exact same recipe. Whether you’re making it to enjoy with teriyaki chicken bowls or a day later for this ham fried rice, this Instant Pot white rice recipe is the best we’ve ever tried....

To buy: $15 (was $30); amazon.com. “The fur on the slippers is super soft, and they have a good tread on them. They are comfortable and perfect for house shoes,” wrote a five-star reviewer. Another shopper who said the slippers are “perfect to keep your feet warm at home” added that the faux fur lining is “soft and plush” that “goes all the way into the shoe and on the sole....

DIY Evaporated Milk Evaporated milk is different than condensed milk, and the condensed version doesn’t make a great substitute. However, you can make you’re own evaporated milk at home. Make evaporated milk by heating 2 ¼ cups of regular milk and gently boiling it down until it reduces to 1 cup. This exact method is used to make evaporated milk for commercial retail. Evaporated milk is most commonly made with 2 percent milk, but whole milk, 1 percent, or skim will also work....

The good news: The at-home teeth whitening industry has boomed, and now shelves overflow with more options than ever before. The bad news: Finding the right choice for you can be trickier than ever. With new products and various trends for how to whiten your teeth appearing all over the internet, taking a chance on the best whitener that won’t cause pain can feel like a big risk. No need to struggle anymore; we found some of the most fool-proof and best teeth-whitening products for sensitive teeth that will leave you grinning from ear to ear....

The Crockpot 8-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker prepares enough food for up to 10 people, making weeknight meals and party appetizers a cinch. It features a sleek stainless steel finish with a high-tech digital display that allows you to select high, low, or warm heat settings, as well as a timer for your meal. You can set a countdown timer for up to 20 hours, and the slow cooker automatically switches to the warm setting once it goes off....

There’s truly nothing worse than putting your hard earned money into home decor, only to have it covered in spots. This spray cleaner removes those worries, and has the power to clean even the toughest stains. And the best part of all? It requires no rinsing or vacuuming after you’re done. Often applying a stain remover means that you’ll have to wash it or vacuum it off later, but that’s not the case here....

Natural peanut butters (i.e., those made just from peanuts and salt) are clearly healthier, but we have one key complaint: separation. Highly processed peanut butters contain hydrogenated oils and other stabilizers for a reason: to keep the ingredients from separating. You likely won’t ever see oil hovering at the top of the jar of peanut spread. But because natural peanut butters don’t contain these stabilizers, the oil in peanuts tends to separate from the peanut solids when sitting on the shelf....

Made with absorbent and breathable Turkish cotton, these premium bath towels are just the thing to hang in your bathroom or guest room. Shoppers say the towels are so soft on the skin and confirm that they’re fast-drying (because no one wants to dry off with a damp towel). And not only do they transform your post-shower experience, they prevent mildew and odd smells from forming, too. To buy: $43 (was $70); amazon....

Though wings and beer dominate most viewing parties, we were curious about the wine, so we asked sommelier Laura Burgess to help us find the perfect varietals for game day. Here, top-rated bottles that complement your favorite Super Bowl snacks. RELATED: These Are the Wines That Pair Well With Everything, Says a Sommelier RELATED: You’ve Been Serving Champagne All Wrong — Here’s How to Do It Right RELATED: This Mind-Boggling Sommelier Trick for Buying Rosé Might Be Secret Genius

Just like their name implies, fruit flies are attracted to fruit. That’s why you are most likely to find them lurking in your kitchen. But the Terro indoor fruit fly trap works quickly to eliminate any type of infestation. What’s more, the traps come in a set of two, so you can place them in more than one location—and the liquid needed to make the traps active is included as well....

Below, we rounded up three wooden stove covers that are handcrafted and customized for each order. They all come in a size that fits most standard stoves (30 x 22 inches) and can be personalized in various ways, which makes them a great choice for wedding and housewarming gifts. Don’t worry, plenty of shoppers order noodle boards for themselves, too. “I ordered this beautiful piece to free up space in my kitchen when I have guests and need more room to display food or drinks,” one customer wrote of this personalized option from JoeBcrafts....

We’re here to give the humble hot dog some inventive upgrades that’ll make it the dark horse darling of your grill grates this summer. From an irresistible everything-bagel hot dog to a Carolina-style pulled pork and spicy slaw rendition, there’s a dressed-up dog here that we know you’ll relish. Caribbean Jerk Hot Dogs For a pineapple salsa, grill pineapple and red onion slices until well-charred. Roughly chop and combine with finely chopped jalapeno, cilantro, lime zest, and a splash of rum, and then finish with salt and a pinch of brown sugar....

The Urban Coco cardigan is just $27, and one of its best features is its three-quarter length sleeves that allow you to stay cooler during the warmer months. Designed to hang open in the front, the sweater doesn’t have buttons, which gives it a minimalist look that’s still classic thanks to its ribbed sleeves and cropped hem. It’s also machine-washable and made from 70 percent viscose and 30 percent polyester....

The Mainstays Stanton 4-Piece Outdoor Patio Conversation Set, available at Walmart, includes two chairs, a loveseat, and a tempered glass coffee table. In other words, it’s everything you need to enjoy your outdoor space, whether you’re trying to read, relax, converse with friends, or just drink a morning coffee—and all for under $250. Plus, if you sign up for a Walmart+ membership, you can have it shipped to your doorstep for free....

You can’t add that pressure back, so ignore specialized gadgets that claim to do so. There’s one trick that really works though, and it’s a throwback to 5th-grade science class. We’re talking about solvents (liquids that can dissolve other substances) and solutes (substances that dissolve). In this case, the water is the solvent and the CO2 is the solute. Ever wonder why seltzer doesn’t look bubbly until you open it?...

The first step is to grab an instant-read thermometer. These are widely available (and super affordable), plus they take the guesswork out of searing, grilling, or roasting meat. Next, insert it into the thickest part of the meat, avoiding bones, fat, and gristle. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) advises starting to check the temperature toward the end of cooking, but before you expect it to be done. Be sure to clean your food thermometer with hot soapy water before and after each use....

To buy: $19 (was $22); amazon.com. Don’t underestimate this small vacuum because of its size. It charges via a USB cord, and after a full recharge, it will last for up to an hour of continuous suction. It even has two side air vents to prevent overheating. It’s “very very useful and powerful for keyboard cleaning,” according to a reviewer, and comes with two types of nozzles (one flat and one brush) to use on different types of surfaces....

Luckily, deviled eggs are one of the most versatile dishes around, and thanks to their creamy filling, pair well with a variety of different tastes and textures. Want to add a bit more spice to your deviled eggs? Mix in some wasabi. In need of a satisfying crunch? Garnish your deviled eggs with some crispy bacon bits. Trust us, the options are (basically) endless, and it doesn’t take much to give deviled eggs a meaningful zhuzh....