While there’s nothing wrong with a bit of frizz (it is volume, after all), I like to know that I can control it if I please. The best way to do that is with frizz-fighting hair products that hold up against moist, muggy days. After much testing (and many failures), I’ve finally landed on some tried-and-true finds—from high-hold gels to lightweight sprays—that will keep frizz at bay, even in the highest of humidity....
“Mold growth typically occurs in out-of-sight wall cavities as a result of water damage from flooding or leaks,” explains Darren Hudema, director of training and technical services at PuroClean, which provides mold and water damage remediation services. “Before you know it, mold creates a toxic environment in your home, compromising the quality of the air you are breathing in every day.” But what causes mold? To thrive, grow, and multiply, mold requires four ingredients, Mike Powell, professional engineer, mold assessor, mold remediator, certified home inspector, and owner of Red Flag Home Inspection, says....
Luckily, if you’re struggling to stay sane in your too-quiet (or crowded and distracting) at-home office, there’s something you can do about it. Fill the silence, get inspired, and recreate the energy of a creative, productive environment by downloading a podcast to listen to while you work. Not everyone can have a podcast (or music or a TV show) playing while trying to get work done, but many folks find that the added background noise helps boost their focus and make the hours fly faster....
But it’s not just an expert technique: If you love all things DIY beauty, you can adopt this approach at home, because—spoiler alert—it’s actually pretty easy. Here, brow experts explain what eyebrow mapping is, plus the easiest way to do it. What Is Eyebrow Mapping? “Brow mapping is a process used to create symmetry between both brows when styling,” explains celebrity brow stylist Melanie Marris, CEO and founder of Brow Code....
However, retailers often follow well-established trends when offering discounts at certain times of the year. Whether it’s the post-holiday deals, like January’s annual white sales for linens and housewares, or the outdoor and garden goods that get discounted in the fall. With careful planning, you can save money in the long run by looking for sales that pop up at predictable points throughout the year. According to Bankrate, TVs tend to go on sale before the Super Bowl, in January or early February....
I’m a Disney fanatic, like I sing Disney songs pretty much daily and I’ve already introduced my almost two-year-old to pretty much every Disney movie I can think of kind of fanatic. And that includes the newest Disney release, Big Hero 6. My toddler sat and watched the entire thing on my lap. You guys, it was a miracle. I don’t know what it is with him and being fascinated with friendly white things, but he just loves Baymax....
Given all this pro-hydration advice, it’s no wonder some people feel pressured to force themselves to drink eight glasses of water each day—even if, in truth, it’s not really in their best interest. Don’t get us wrong: water is absolutely an essential part of our overall health, and becoming dehydrated can lead to all sorts of problems. But where hydration is concerned, it is possible to drink too much water....
The answer really depends on whether you’re an independent contractor, running a business from home, or are an employee of a business or corporation owned by someone else. Here’s a closer look at the dos and don’ts of writing off a home office on tax returns. Translation: “If you are a W2 employee with no business entity [of your own] then there are no options to write off your home office,” says CPA Mike Jesowshek, host of the Small Business Tax Savings podcast....
