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When it comes to beauty products like makeup, lipstick, brushes and sponges, it can be difficult to keep them clean and germ-free. One of the easiest ways to disinfect products without ruining them is to fill a misting bottle with isopropyl alcohol. Misting the outer layer of makeup products (like directly onto a compact or lipstick) is enough ...Read more

Got ants? There are two easy ways to get them out of your house. First, mix 1/4 cup of peppermint castile liquid soap with a quart of water. Spray the minty, soapy mixture at entry points throughout the house where you see ants. Soap and peppermint is a combination ants hate. Next, take a look at your indoor houseplants, because unfortunately, ...Read more

While planting pollen-rich flowers is a wonderful way to support pollinators like bees, there are several other simple steps you can take to help. Leave some bare, unmulched patches of soil so ground-nesting bees can dig their tunnels. Provide a small salt lick or a sprinkle of sea salt to supply essential minerals. Plant herbs such as dill, ...Read more

After using a pool towel, you might think there’s no need to wash it, since the sun’s hot rays have already dried it back to its normal state. However, you should still wash it. The combination of chlorine from the pool, salt from the ocean, sunscreen and sweat can break down the towel’s fibers if left unwashed. Also, avoid using fabric ...Read more

There have been news reports lately about garments that are labeled as faux fur but are actually made of real fur. The fur comes from animals like rabbits, coyotes and the wild raccoon dog. Since the science and technology for developing faux fur that looks and feels just like the real thing has evolved significantly, you might ask how you can ...Read more

If you use conventional drugstore shaving creams or gels for your face or legs, you may be unknowingly smearing a chemical cocktail on your skin. Typical brands contain chemicals like phthalates, artificial fragrance and triethanolamine, which can be endocrine disrupters, neurotoxins and possible sources of cancer. There's no reason to take the ...Read more

Broccoli is considered to be a super-vegetable by many nutritionists, since the heads are nutrient-dense in vitamins B1, B6, E, calcium, iron, niacin and zinc. But did you know that broccoli leaves aren't just edible and nutrient-rich, but also really delicious? Just as nutritious as kale, broccoli leaves shouldn't be tossed into the trash. Just...Read more

Many people raise chickens in their backyard as a hobby or to enjoy a steady supply of fresh eggs. It's well known that chickens will eat almost anything fresh, including vegetable trimmings and even discarded eggshells. However, you should avoid feeding them avocado skins and pits, because they contain a toxin called persin, which can cause ...Read more

If you collect paper items like magazines, junk mail and newspaper in a shopping bag for recycling, be careful which type of bag you use. Shopping bags that are made from glossy paper or have plastic handles are not good options; they are hard to recycle and need to be sorted into a different paper category at the recycling facility. Instead, ...Read more