Good Housekeeping March 2016

1 CLEANSE SMART Detergent-heavy face washes can be drying, stripping skin of the natural oils that give it a youthful glow. Cleanse gently with a micellar cleansing water, like new Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water. It’s a soap-free formula that removes makeup and dirt, and refreshes, all in one step, no rinsing required. 2 HANDY TRICK Treat the delicate skin around your eyes extra-gently. After you wash your face, pat around your eyes—rubbing stretches the skin— and apply moisturizer using your ring finger; it’s your weakest one and least likely to cause damage or wrinkles. 3 LIP SERVICE Your mouth speaks volumes about your age. Make it over! Gently rub a warm, damp washcloth over lips to exfoliate once a week, followed by a rich lip balm. It will smooth…

Besides the occasional thank-you note, when was the last time you received a personal letter in the mail? Can’t remember? Neither can I. But a recent conversation with my brother threw me back to a time when I actually wrote letters (by hand!). He was spring-cleaning, and while going through a box of memorabilia, he found a four-page letter I’d sent him when he was studying abroad. I’d recently graduated and was updating him on my career explorations and misadventures (which were plentiful at the time). Of course I wanted to see the letter right away, so I got him to text me a photo of it while we were still on the phone — how things have changed! It’s like a window into my then life: “For the past…

ZACKYSMAMA I’m happy indeed! Thank you to my husband for gifting me a subscription with @goodhousekeeping! I am very pleased I won’t miss an issue! Going to read it cover to cover!!! KATERINAPARTIKEVICH Sometimes all you need is a magazine and a notebook to get you through those sick days INSPIREDCHICK Made this delicious chocolate Bundt cake with a chocolate coffee glaze for dessert last night!!! Chocolate lover’s dream!! Thanks @goodhousekeeping for the recipe!!! LET’S CONNECT Keep sharing your #thatsgoodhousekeeping moments, and follow us: @goodhousekeeping. We’re sending each of these readers a special surprise. You could be next!…

From Our Textiles Lab HOW TO CARE FOR SUEDE USE A DIY CLEANSER To remove light stains, buff with an emory board. For tougher ones, like salt, dip a cloth into a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and water, then gently dab suede to remove. Dab with water to rinse, then blot dry. BRUSH AWAY TRAPPED DIRT Use a stiff suede brush, working in the direction of the fibers, to remove dirt and help lift fibers. Good to know: Wet suede is easily damaged, so be sure it’s dry first. GH Textiles Lab pick: Woly Suede Cleaning Brush, $17, amazon.com…

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@aprilfranzino HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL ASKAPRIL @GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM. Q: My skin becomes drab by mid-afternoon. What can I do so I don’t look tired? A: It’s not your imagination: Research from the skincare brand Kiehl’s has found that skin actually does look worse — specifically, more dehydrated and duller — as the day wears on. My do-anywhere tricks for fighting EOD-face: First, replenish moisture without messing up your makeup by spritzing on a face mist (choose one with a hydrator like glycerin — 100% water sprays can pull moisture from skin when they evaporate). It’ll instantly impart a healthy glow and perk you up! Second, add color: A vibrant lip or cheek hue slightly brighter than your go-to will enliven your face fast.…