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The experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab rigorously test facial moisturizers to identify which ones workÉand which aren't worth the hype (or the money!). Using a Corneometer¨ (a device that measures skin moisture), our findings revealed that you don't have to break the bank to get serious results. “Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream kept skin more hydrated than a $350 luxury cream.” Good Housekeeping, 2015 BEST of the TEST! The unique formulation penetrates and hydrates deep into the skin's surface layers to lift, firm and plump, showing results in just one day. WHAT'S IN THE PRODUCT? 1 HYALURONIC ACID Acts like a “super-sponge,” absorbing 1000x its weight in water, for more hydrated, smoother skin. 2 AMINO-PEPTIDES Peptides have the potential to regenerate the natural production of collagen, for firmer, more…

You know how a few highlights give your hair dimension and the illusion of thickness? Works for brows, too! Run a special brow highlighter, like one of our selects below, over your arches (either bare or filled in) from inner corners out, or visit a pro to have your brows dyed. Editor’s trick: Don’t have a highlighter? Use a powder eye shadow one shade lighter than your brows. Try (clockwise from top left): Pixi by Petra Brow Brightener in Golden Glaze, $12, Target; Smashbox Brow Tech Highlight Stick, $21, Sephora; Becca Shadow & Light Brow Contour Mousse, $25, sephora.com.…

BEST JEANS FOR EVERY BODY! ALLOVER SHAPER STRAIGHT LEG Sneaky slimming technology hides your tummy and lifts your seat. GH pick: 314 Shaping Straight, $64, levi.com LONGER & LEANER FLARE The wider the hem, the teenier you look — the law of a triangle! GH pick: Mossimo High Rise Flare Jean, $30, target.com EXTRA STRETCHY SKINNY The dark wash and super stretch help these earn their name. GH pick: 1969 Resolution True Skinny High-Rise Jean, $70, gap.com STYL E STEAL PATCHED BOYFRIEND Slouchy and relaxed at a price that’s nice. GH pick: Boyfriend Skinny Ankle Patchwork, $45, oldnavy.com BEST FOR CURVES BOOTCUT Cut slightly higher in the back to keep your seat covered. GH pick: Platinum Label Curvy Jane Bootcut, $58, lee.com WHERE WE STAYED LAKE ARROWHEAD RESORT AND SPA…

Q I just moved to a tiny condo with low ceilings — it’s like living in a basement. Any ideas to make them appear higher? — JENNIFER M. A: Yes! Here are some sneaky design fixes I use to open up any space: CHOOSE “SHORT” FURNITURE. A high-backed sofa or a tall media cabinet can highlight the problem by drawing the eye up. Instead, choose pieces that are low and long. They’ll work together to emphasize a horizontal line that’s far from the ceiling, drawing the eye down so the space feels taller than it is. USE COLOR SPARINGLY. Pale walls (cream, white or light gray) are my small-space go-tos. You might also consider a single panel of color. In the room pictured here, I painted two narrow columns blue, which gives…

FOOD TREND 1 NEXT – LEVEL FRIED CHICKEN Even foodies are flocking to hot spots like Fuku in New York City and Picnic in Los Angeles for gourmet fried chicken sammies. Make your own, complete with six topping combos, at home with our secret recipe. Ultimate Fried Chicken Sandwiches PREP 15 MINUTES TOTAL 35 MINUTES 4 sm. skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1½ lbs.) ¾ c. low-fat buttermilk 2 tsp. garlic powder 1 c. all-purpose flour 2 c. vegetable oil or canola oil 4 potato rolls Shredded romaine, sliced tomatoes, sliced pickles and hot sauce 1. In lg. bowl, combine chicken, buttermilk, garlic powder and ½ tsp. each salt and pepper. Place flour in lg. shallow dish. Remove 1 piece chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off; dip in…

what is awe? AWE IS THE MIND AND BODY’S REACTION to being pushed outside of their normal way of looking at the world, according to Michelle Shiota, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology at Arizona State University. “It takes you off autopilot and makes you feel you are in the presence of something bigger than you, but that you are also connected to this bigger thing.” The state is defined by two important elements, says awe researcher Melanie Rudd, Ph.D., assistant professor of marketing at the University of Houston. First, “you feel you have encountered something vast in size, complexity or power,” she says — a monumental skyscraper, an enormous school of tropical fish or even a huge celebrity can qualify. Also, the experience must change your perspective in some way.…

PRODUCT RECALLS FAULTY FIRE ALARMS Sure Signal Products has recalled about 375,000 heatactivated fire alarms because of a sensor that can fail to alert in the event of a fire. To request a replacement fuse, visit sure signalproducts.com. UNDEPENDABLE EPINEPHRINE SHOTS After 26 reports of suspected malfunctions, Sanofi US has recalled all Auvi-Q epinephrine autoinjectors due to possible inaccurate delivery. For reimbursement, call 877-319-8963 or go to auvi-q.com. BEST OF THE TEST GE WINE CENTER, $550 This stainless steel gem stores 30 bottles and has tinted glass (to protect wine from UV rays), a keyed lock (kidproof!) and digital controls that keep the temperature uniform throughout. Lower-priced than most models, it outperformed a brand that cost twice as much. Cheers to that! PAY ATTENTION TO TEMPS If storing uncorked wine…

when I was 5, my grandpa Rose took my dad and me out on his boat off the coast of Florida, where we live. It was a hot, bright day, and as the boat skimmed over the water, I asked my dad to put up the sunshade so we could cool off. It was a small request, but Grandpa Rose exploded in rage: “No! We’re not doing that!” Then he began to curse. I was shocked, but my dad wasn’t. As I would soon find out, violent outbursts were the norm for Grandpa Rose and had been for some time. His reputation as a cruel abuser was no secret in our family. And then, 10 years later, Grandpa Rose became someone else entirely to me. That was the day my…

ASK JACKIE GH Nutrition Director @jaclynlondonRD IF I WANT TO DROP POUNDS, AM I STUCK WITH FATFREE DAIRY? NOT ALL THE TIME. If you’re going to have a substantial serving — like a tall glass of milk or a grande latte — then go with skim; in large quantities, the fat that makes full-fat dairy so creamy and delicious can be caloric, which ultimately leads to weight gain. But if you’re having a small yogurt or crumbling cheese on a salad, it’s OK to reach for the wholemilk variety. Since full-fat dairy treats can be more satisfying than the nonfat versions, eating them may make you less likely to indulge later. Bottom line: Aim for three servings of dairy every day, in a mix of nonfat and full-fat. Cap the…

Iced Spiced Skillet Rolls PREP 30 MINUTES TOTAL 3 HOURS 30 MINUTES (WITH RISING) ROLLS 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 c. whole milk, warm ½ c. granulated sugar 2 lg. eggs 2 packets (1 Tbsp. total) instant yeast 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. salt ¼ c. plus 2 Tbsp. butter, melted 4¼ c. plus ¼ c. allpurpose flour ½ c. brown sugar 2 Tbsp. ground cinnamon GLAZE ⅓ c. confectioners’ sugar 3 oz. cream cheese, softened 3 Tbsp. butter, softened 1 Tbsp. milk Pinch salt 1. Make Rolls: Pour oil into lg. bowl. With stand mixer on med. speed (with paddle attachment), beat milk, sugar, eggs, yeast, vanilla, salt and ¼ c. butter until combined. Add flour; beat until dough comes together. With floured hands, transfer to floured surface…

Kicking back at a spa is a heavenly fantasy for many of us, but for some, the idea of being poked and prodded while half-naked just isn’t our thing. I learned this firsthand one Christmas when I gave my mother-in-law a spa certificate. I wanted to make sure she used it (you know how gift cards can languish in the back of a drawer), so the next time she was in town, I booked us for a half-day of services. I pictured us having a lovely time unwinding. It never occurred to me that for her, the outing might not be all that…until I found her in the lounge, back in her street clothes, an hour before we were supposed to meet up. Turns out she would’ve preferred to have…

It’s not just skin that’s susceptible to dryness and damage from the elements: Strands also suffer. The newest healing and shielding ingredient sprouting up in haircare? Quinoa — yes, the nutritional golden grain. Because it’s high in protein (hair’s main component), it’s purported to help fortify and protect damaged hair, explains Burdzovic-Wizemann. BEAUTY LAB LOWDOWN Like an invisible coat for your hair, “quinoa proteins are good at forming a film on an individual strand’s surface, reducing breakage and moisture loss,” says Burdzovic-Wizemann. “Our standouts contain the highest quantities of the ingredient.” GH Beauty Lab picks: Paul Mitchell Ultimate Color Repair Triple Rescue, $20, paulmitchell.com for salon locations; Aveda Damage Remedy Restructuring Conditioner, $29, aveda.com.…

LUXE PICK A splurge, yes, but one that works. Beyond its Lab test–confirmed deep moisturization, this “very luxurious,” “not greasy,” “easily absorbed” sweet almond–sunflowerjojoba-based face oil got the top score for enhancing radiance, diminishing fine lines (including crow’s feet) and improving texture. One tester’s comment says it all: “What is it? I need it in my life.” La Prairie Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal Dry Oil, $315, Neiman Marcus TOP MOISTURIZER The potent infusion of 10 natural oils, including rose hip and sunflower, earned high marks in the Lab test for hydrating skin for six hours. “It gave me back that dewy look I hadn’t seen in too long,” a tester raved. “My face has a healthy glow and looks younger, with fewer wrinkles,” another marveled. Laura Mercier Infusion de Rose…

YOU COULD WIN THIS DRESSER! Details, page 129 1 DRESSED-UP DRAWERS Paint the fronts in a run of color. Thanks to blogger Christine Kjellby from mobel pobel.blogspot.com for the insiration! cheap trick Use sample cans — they cost less and have all the paint you need. 2 MISMATCHED CHAIRS Use a gradient of hues to unify flea market finds, like the greens on these chairs from blogger Leslie Shewring’s studio. Pick swatches you like, then get a can of each color. 3 FAUX HEAD BOARD Put a block of color behind your bed, as seen in the serene rooms of Paris’s Hotel Henriette. Tape off the shape (GH Seal holder Frog Tape will make it easy), then apply two coats of a flat finish. 4 STATEMENT STAIRS Step up your…

HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL HELOISE@GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM. NIX YOUR WASHROOM WOES Q I have a toilet bowl ring that I can’t clean. I’ve tried diluted bleach in the bowl for several hours, but it didn’t work. What do you suggest? — NINA B. A. If the ring is gray or black, it could be mold. Full-strength bleach should work — slowly pour 1 c. around the bowl above the stain. Let it sit 20 minutes, then brush and flush. If it’s mineral buildup (it’ll likely look bumpy), you really need a commercial toilet bowl cleaner with hydrochloric acid (also called muriatic acid; the highest strength you can buy is about 23%). Open it very carefully, and be sure to follow instructions to the letter. Keep kids and pets away, and open windows. Q How…

CHASE WHAT INSPIRES YOU. “Awe is not onesize-fits-all,” says Stellar. The subjects in one of her studies describe a range of things that spur awe, from the beauty of nature to admiration of the accomplishments of a blind chef. “Whatever tends to make you feel awe, tap more of that,” she recommends. ZERO IN ON DETAILS. Look with fresh eyes at ordinary things, says Shiota. “Slow down to examine one flower carefully. Really pay attention and take in all its complexity,” she advises. Try this approach, and the frost on your car’s windshield might amaze you with its lacy symmetry instead of agitating you. DO SOMETHING NEW. We move through our days such that “one is similar to the next,” says Shiota — same coffee, commute, lunch order. New experiences…

OUR PROMISE GH Seal products are rigorously assessed by the GH Labs. We stand behind them with our exclusive refund-or-replacement limited warranty.* *Applicable if product proves defective within two years of purchase. Replacement at GH’s discretion; cash refund limited to the lesser of the amount of the purchase price or $2,000. Certain other limitations apply. Go to ghseal.com for details. INSTANT STAIN FIX Don’t cry over a little spilled wine. “Erase” the mishap ASAP and keep the party going. In Lab tests, Tide to Go banished stains on a slew of fabrics, including washable silk. The magic wand was one of our VIP (Very Innovative Product) Award winners in 2006, and our pros still recommend it! Carrying a small clutch? Opt for the mini version. Tide to Go Instant Stain…

GENETIC TESTING isn’t only relevant to people who have a disease like Huntington’s in their families. “I think in the not-too-distant future, a person’s genome sequence will be a part of his or her health story. We’ll refer to it whenever a health question presents itself,” says Lisa Edelmann, Ph.D., an associate professor of genetics and genomic sciences at Mount Sinai’s lcahn School of Medicine in New York City. Thanks to major strides in genetic technology, scientists have tied more than 2,000 genes to specific diseases, and there are over 900 tests available to patients. But the science isn’t perfect yet. Today, testing walks a fine line between lifesaving and life-complicating: Clear results could bring relief or help you make a change, but inconclusive ones may take an emotional toll…

Red Mountain Resort, St. George, UT Value $5,000 The three-night trip for three includes: • Deluxe accommodations • Unlimited fitness classes • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily • Cash for airfare or spa services ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN AT goodhousekeeping.com/utah GOOD HOUSEKEEPING RED MOUNTAIN RESORT UTAH SWEEPSTAKES (page 93) Beginning December 8, 2015, at 12:01 A.M. (ET) through January 18, 2016, at 11:59 P.M. (ET), go to goodhousekeeping.com/utah on a computer or wireless device and complete and submit the entry form pursuant to the onscreen instructions. One (1) Winner will receive a four (4)-day, three (3)-night stay at Red Mountain Resort, St. George, UT, for Winner and up to two (2) Guests, and a $1,625 check that may be used at Winner’s discretion. Total ARV of prize package:…

ASK APRIL Q I love wearing a ponytail, but mine always looks limp. Help! A. Here’s how to fake fullness fast: Once your pony is in place, spritz a dry volumizing or texturizing spray (such as Garnier Fructis Style De-Constructed Texture Tease Dry Touch Finish Spray, $3) all over the tail, then back-comb its underside for lift, says Sunnie Brook Jones, celeb hairstylist for Head & Shoulders. HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL ASKAPRIL @GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM. WORTH YOUR TIME? or NOT WORTH A DIME? ✓TRY IT THE TREND: SKINCARE BOOSTERS These elixirs are meant to be applied before regular serum or moisturizer to enhance the benefits of your skincare. LAB LOWDOWN Of the so-called boosters we evaluated, only one passed muster. “Study results show our pick amplified the effectiveness of the brand’s other skincare…

1. SCULPT CHEEKS Buff the blush on apples, then the highlighter higher on cheekbones. 2. DECORATE ANY ’DO Bobby pins so sharp, you’ll want to show them off. 3. SPA AT HOME A sprinkling of these Dead Sea and Himalayan pink salts in the bath makes us say “ahh.” 4. PRIMP ON THE GO One of the two mirrors in fashion designer Karen Walker’s tortoiseshell-print 24k gold–plated compact is magnifying! 5. TRY A FRESH SCENT We love this downto-earth mix of green tea, peony and woods. 6. SOFTEN STRANDS Healing hair oils in handy travel tubes. 7. UPDATE YOUR MANI Winter’s metallic: multicolored chrome. 8. GET A “TAN” Fake a vacay with self-tanner in subtle, fastabsorbing serum form. 9. GRAB SOME GLITTER Small enough to fit inside a purse, pretty…

ON LOCATION: LOBBY LOUNGE, LAKE ARROWHEAD RESORT AND SPA ANYTHING CABLE-KNIT A creamy, dreamy piece is your sweater-weather essential. Look for, yes, sweaters, plus hats, socks and scarves, in the classic Irish Aran knit. Coat, $188, loft.com. Boots, Tommy Hilfiger, $139, macys.com. Purse, $168, bodenusa.com. UNDER $100 Sweater, $60, hm.com. Jeans, $17, forever21.com. Ring, $39, capwell.co. Gold ring, $88, melindamaria.com. EMBELLISHED OXFORDS Menswear-inspired flats are as comfy as they are chic (and you won’t find studs on his)! Shoes, $260, tedand muffy.com. Jacket with faux-fur collar, Marc New York, $159, andrewmarc.com. Ring, $162, goldphilosophy.com. UNDER $100 Sweater, $19, forever21.com. Pants, $49, loft.com. Necklace, $95, rjgraziano.com. A POP OF SUNNY COLOR When the weather is dreary, your style forecast calls for something cheery — like this slick jacket. Hello, yellow! Anorak,…

1 MODERN MIX Warm up steely tones with graphic fabrics and natural textures. 2-5 shades of pale FABRIC WALLPAPER PAINT TILE 6 style-spiration Stand out in a sea of black: Look for wool flannel with unexpected touches and unique details. 7 NAIL IT The perfect complement to any shade of gray: a warm burgundy, which balances cool tones. Essie in Shearling Darling, $9, essie.com 8 INDUSTRIAL EVOLUTION INDUSTRIAL EVOLUTION Zeke Table Lamp, $134, luluandgeorgia.com 9 BEAUTY BEST SELLER Avoid the dry skin of winter with this collection of eight soothing face masks. Dr. Jart+ The Book of Masks, $39, Sephora 10 LUXE LOUNGERS The new “slouchy” trend makes going to work in your PJs (almost) a reality. Wilfred for Aritzia Turquet Pant, $145, aritzia.com 11 PETITE PREP SPOT Boasting added…

FROM AUTO AIRHEAD TO EMPOWERING “SHE-CANIC” Once a month, a group of women drive up to a car-parts store in Philadelphia, open their hoods and spill their car fears to a compassionate mechanic who explains engine parts, DIY maintenance and how to tell if they’re being taken by a salesman or repair guy. Chances are they need the advice: A study by Northwestern University revealed that women are routinely quoted higher prices for straightforward fixes than are men. “I used to hate going to get an oil change,” says workshop leader and mechanic Patrice Banks, 35, a former engineer for DuPont. “I was afraid they’d up-sell me to get more repairs and I’d have no clue what to do when they did.” Patrice decided the answer was education. So, four…

what happens when a charity is formed with the sole purpose of preventing a terrible disease — and actually achieves its goal? Though nearly unheard of, it’s not the stuff of fairy tales, but the real history of March of Dimes, which was founded in 1938 by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in a bid to end the polio epidemic. The group literally completed its mission 17 years later with the discovery and widespread use of a breakthrough vaccine. But that wasn’t the end for the nonprofit. Now March of Dimes has chosen a new (hopefully also achievable) mandate: to do for premature birth, infant mortality and birth defects what it did for polio in 1955. Recently it vowed to bring the premature birth rate from 9.6% (among the highest in…

She already lives in your phone and can remind you to buy TP, give you directions or text your mom. Our pros and 1,000-plus testers share top hacks for Apple’s Siri, Google Now for iOS or Android, and Windows’ Cortana 1 TACKLE YOUR TO-DO LIST Tell your assistant, “Next time I’m at CVS, remind me to pick up shampoo.” She’ll show a list of nearby stores; tap one, and when you’re close to that shop, an alert will sound. Google Now and Cortana can also ping you the moment you are in the vicinity of any CVS. 2 AWAKEN FROM A NAP Before you hit the pillow, say, “Wake me up in 20 minutes.” Your assistant will automatically set an alarm so you won’t oversleep. 3 PUNCTUATE PERFECTLY Add a…

2 CHANCES TO WIN A LUXURY SPA VACATION Details, page 128 WEEK 1 DO (NEARLY) NOTHING You know how your phone works better if you turn it off for a bit? The same applies to you! Be bored. Sit in a cozy chair, away from work or household projects like laundry, for a few minutes several times a day, every day. Notice the serenity of the moment. If unwelcome thoughts creep in, let them pass, then refocus on something tranquil in your line of sight. This mini meditation clears your mind and reduces anxiety. Ease into the A.M. Instead of wrestling with your phone and your kids the second your eyes pop open, wake up a little earlier to stretch, take a luxurious shower or listen to music. A relaxing…