Innehållsförteckning för August 2017 från Good Housekeeping

TRY COOL SWAG GH Lab experts test thousands of products each year, looking at safety, performance and more. Then we turn to our trusted consumer testers to use the products in the real world — and report back with their honest opinions. We send out the samples, and most of the time they are yours to keep! SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS When you become part of our testing squad, you also have the opportunity to respond to exclusive surveys. It’s your chance to tell us about product lusts and musts and give your opinion on trends, new tech, cleaning tricks, cooking items and more. A few minutes of your time will help us deliver more of what you want to see on our pages. SIGN UP TODAY! Visit ghtesters.com.…

1 HOMEMADE DESSERTS ON DEMAND Have everything you need to bake this testedtill- perfect GH Very Berry Pie (left) delivered straight to your door. That’s right: With new Good Housekeeping dessert meal kits from Chef’d, it’s never been easier to whip up our signature triple-tested treats. You’ll get all the premeasured ingredients in one convenient package. Plus, 14 of our delicious dinners, like Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps, are already available on the site, and more recipes, like Carrot Cake Skillet Blondie and Double Chocolate Bundt Cake, will launch from now through December. Head to chefd.com/gh for details, and enjoy 15% off using code GH15. I lost 56 lbs! 2 GET FIT FAST WITH DAILY BURN Wow! Since starting Daily Burn in 2013, Tawnya Gibbons (right), 54, of Lone Tree, CO,…

@aprilfranzino Q Should I shampoo my hair twice like they do when I’m at the salon? A: It depends. Stylists double-wash to remove dye and treatments and also because the less buildup there is, the longer your style will usually last. At home, you need two shampoos only if you haven’t washed recently; you’ve used excess styling product; your hair’s been exposed to salt or chlorine; or you have excess scalp oil, says Elizabeth Cunnane Phillips, trichologist at Philip Kingsley Clinic in New York City. For a gentle but effective cleanse, try GH Seal star Pantene Pro-V Classic Clean Shampoo, $4, drugstores. CAN FACIALS PRODUCE REAL ANTI-AGING RESULTS? A: Yes, but temporarily. You may see an immediate increase in hydration and brightness. If your facial includes exfoliation (e.g., a peel…

1 DERMATOLOGIST SAYS: “Because age spots are dark and absorb light, skin loses its luminosity and dulls as they worsen,” explains Macrene Alexiades, M.D., Ph.D., a dermatologist at Yale School of Medicine. “I tell my patients that by treating age spots, they’ll look younger and brighter even without wrinkle treatments like injectables.” The fastest, most effective doctor’s-office option: “Pigment-specific lasers, like Pico Genesis, which remove brown spots in just two treatments,” she says. This costs $500 to $1,500, depending on the number of spots and where you live. 2 MAKEUP ARTIST SAYS: “To even out your skin, smooth a medium- to full-coverage liquid or cream foundation all over, then hide spots with a thick cream concealer that matches your skin tone,” suggests Rena Takeda, Shiseido global makeup artist in New…

HOW WE TESTED We evaluated selftanners, collecting over 300 consumers’ ratings for performance on: Ease of application Usage experience (scent, feel on skin, staining) Results (color, even finish, lastingness) 93/100 GRADUAL WINNER MOST NATURAL COLOR Gradual self-tanners build up color over consecutive applications, and Decléor’s featherlight lotion came out ahead of all others tested. TESTER NOTES Of those who tried it, 100% agreed they liked the way the “lightly scented” formula made skin look and feel and would continue using it. “It gave me a healthy glow,” one remarked, and it “wasn’t too orange or yellow,” another said. LAB LOWDOWN This tanner earned the highest score for producing a true-tolife bronze and for not streaking or creating blotchiness. DECLÉOR GRADUAL GLOW HYDRATING BODY MILK, $48, DECLEORUSA.COM 88/100 RUNNER-UP NICE PRICE…

FLIP A VINTAGE BASKET INTO A SIDE TABLE. It’s the perfect perch for a plant or catchall tray. GET THE LOOK | FOR SIMILAR: LUCIANA BENCH, $399, GRANDINROAD.COM. DIP-DYED STOOL, $58, SERENAANDLILY.COM. LARGE METAL BASKET, $80, CB2.COM. MONOGRAM YOUR HOUSE. Personalize a patio wall to make guests feel as if they’re dining alfresco at a cozy restaurant. Choose a letter painted in the same accent color as your home’s trim. GET THE LOOK | FOR SIMILAR: OLYMPIC ONE EXTERIOR PAINT, $30, LOWES.COM. CARLISLE HIGH BACK METAL DINING CHAIRS, $100 FOR SET OF TWO, TARGET.COM. HANGING GALVANIZED LETTER, $69 EACH, POTTERYBARN.COM. HANG BASKETS ON THE WALL Arrange an array of sizes and weaves stretching the length of your sofa. GET THE LOOK HOME PROFILE THE OWNERS Bonnie Miller, a former Restoration…

TONYA AYCOCK LAY ON THE PADDED TABLE in a doctor’s office, her belly coated in a thin film of ultrasound gel, tears streaming down her cheeks. Her 6-year-old son wrapped his arms around her neck, whispering softly, “It’s OK, Mama. It’s OK.” Tonya had just gotten the news she’d been both hoping for and afraid to hear: She was going to be a mother again, despite having undergone a tubal ligation, the most popular form of “permanent” birth control, six years earlier. Now here she was, expecting a baby. And this baby, the one she was already calling her miracle, would be a girl born two years to the month after Tonya had lost her eldest daughter, Taylor. Looking back on the shocking events of that fateful day still stops…

SEAL PROMISE All GH Seal products are rigorously assessed by the GH Labs. We stand behind them with our exclusive refundor- replacement limited warranty.* TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED BED TOPPER End bedroom “thermostat wars” with Sleep Number’s innovative — and supercomfortable — mattress layer. It includes two separate floor units that pull in room-temperature air, which you can then heat or cool to your liking using individual remote controls. LAB LOWDOWN Testers loved the easy setup and soft feel. It can take a little while to fully heat up or cool down, so switch it on when you start your bedtime routine. DUALTEMP LAYER, $1,700 FOR QUEEN, SLEEPNUMBER.COM SLEEP HELPER Reach for ZzzQuil liquid or liquicaps on nights when you just can’t fall asleep. LAB LOWDOWN This non-habit-forming option is proven to help with occasional sleeplessness,…

BRAIN HEALTH Board games, reading and learning an instrument are pastimes that may help ward off Alzheimer’s. “It’s about maintaining or building intellectual engagement, and there is a strong association between those types of activities and a reduced risk of dementia over our lifetimes,” says Cynthia Green, Ph.D., founder of the Icahn School of Medicine’s Memory Enhancement Program at Mount Sinai. Challenging your brain by, say, playing cards or studying a language may help goose your “cognitive reserve,” so if your brain begins to slow, it can call on extra neurons you’ve built up, she says.…

CARIBBEAN CHICKEN & “RICE” PREP 10 MINUTES TOTAL 30 MINUTES 1. Combine 4 c. riced cauliflower and ¼ c. water; cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on High 6 min. 2. Meanwhile, brush 4 skinless, boneless chicken-breast cutlets with 2 tsp. olive oil; season all over with ½ tsp. each salt and pepper. Grill on med. 5 min., turning over once halfway through. Whisk together ¼ c. sweetened cream of coconut and 2 Tbsp. hot sauce; brush onto chicken. Grill until cooked through (165°F), about 5 min. longer, brushing and turning 2 more times. Grill 2 limes, halved, until lightly charred, 2 to 3 min. 3. Toss cooked cauliflower with 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained, and ¼ tsp. salt. Serve chicken over cauliflower with limes, garnished…

SKIN REVIVER Argan nutshell powder and fruit acids cleanse and buff away dull, flaky skin. MINI MAKEUP Coconut oil–based balm, bronzer, highlighter, eye shadows and lip and cheek colors — all in a palm-size compact! YOU COULD WIN BEAUTY LOOT!* bit.ly/2484qmP SEA SOAK The next best thing to an ocean dip: this relaxing bath of sea salt, seaweed and lavender oil. EASY ALL-IN-ONES These magic multitasking leave-in conditioners soften, smooth, add shine, detangle and protect strands. FRESH EYES This eye cream’s massaging rollerball applicator soothes and depuffs. COOL MIST Like the crisp, salty scent of a shore breeze balanced by sun-warmed driftwood. *Details, page 131…

PROBLEM styling Every product I use weighs down my curls! SOLUTION: It sounds like you may need to switch the types of styling products you’re using — and maybe how much you put on, too. Formulas like sprays, mousses and serums tend to be lighter in weight than richly textured ones such as creams and oils, but even the lightest product can be heavy if you apply too much. Use sparingly, starting with a dime-size amount or a few spritzes (it’s easier to add more than to start over), and avoid heavier products on roots. PROBLEM flyaways Stray hairs drive me crazy, but I don’t like the feeling of hairspray. SOLUTION: Every type of hair is susceptible to flyaways, which can be caused by anything from wind to static to…

2-4 Perfect Palette PAINT RISE AND SHINE, BEHR PAINT SPICED BUTTERNUT, OLYMPIC ONE WALLPAPER KROM YELLO, FELICIA DAVIDSON style-spiration…

What started as a side hustle for stay-at-home mom Mandy Osborne, 35, quickly grew into a full-fledged business: Since 2013, Milk and Honey Tees (milkand honeytees.com) has made stylish shirts featuring fun, positive prose, with a portion of profits benefiting an entrepreneurial program for women in Rwanda. “As someone who runs a business and a family, it’s important to me to empower women to be able to do the same,” says Mandy. (Learn how to jump-start your own side hustle on page 79.)…

NO.1 USE YOUR SKILLS TO PAY THE BILLS. Join TaskRabbit, an online marketplace that matches freelance labor with local demands. Build a free profile (permission to brag about yourself, granted!), then pick tasks around your schedule, from painting a room to assembling furniture. WHAT YOU GIVE As much or as little time as you want. WHAT YOU GET $35 per hour on average — work 10 hours, earn $350. LAB LOWDOWN We like the easy-to-use website and convenient app. When you set your rate, be sure to factor in that TaskRabbit keeps 30% of your proceeds. NO.2 RAID YOUR CLOSET TO RAKE IN $. Selling stuff you rarely or no longer wear is a breeze with fashion app Poshmark. Snap a picture of the item and write a description —…

DO POWER UP YOUR SALAD These offbeat add-ins aren’t just delicious — they have some surprising health benefits STRONG BONES prunes Forget the “granny” rep — prunes are filled with antioxidants and prebiotics, which help boost immunity. The fruit may also help prevent bone loss. BRAIN HEALTH hazelnuts These mineralrich nuts (also known as filberts) are loaded with magnesium, potassium and vitamins E and B6, all vital for cognitive function. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT edamame Half a cup of soybeans contains 8 grams of plant protein and 4 grams of fiber — a healthy-weight dream combo that boosts satiety and staves off cravings. HEART HEALTH dried jackfruit There are lots of disease-fighting polyphenols and 7 grams of fiber, linked to reduced risk of heart disease, in 1/3 cup of this chewy tropical treat.…

PAIN RELIEF If you’re slouching over screens all day, that might be why your neck is stiff, according to spinal surgeons at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, who have noticed a rise in the complaint even among younger patients. To help release tension, try office yoga, courtesy of yoga instructor Jacquelyn Umof (@actionjacquelyn). These desk moves not only unkink your neck but also “leave you more energized and motivated at work,” says Umof. HERE’S HOW: Sit up tall in your chair, relax your shoulders and look straight ahead (A). Inhale and twist your head to one side, looking over your shoulder, keeping your gaze in the same direction as your nose (B). Exhale, holding one second, then twist to the other side. Do 10 reps. Then do the same breathing technique while…

PREVENT DISEASE Experts are bracing for a particularly bad year of Lyme disease and other tick-borne ailments: There’s been a spike in the population of whitefooted mice, which ticks feed on, and warmer temps caused by climate change are keeping ticks active longer. But don’t bug out! “Use permethrin-treated clothing, which repels and kills ticks,” says Rick Ostfeld of the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies. Treating shoes and socks is key, he says, because nymph-stage ticks hang out near the ground. Apply a repellent that contains DEET to exposed skin before going outside, and check your whole body for ticks when you come in. If you get flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, muscle or joint aches, lethargy) between late spring and summer, when flu is rare, see a doctor, says Ostfeld.…

@jaclynlondonRD Q IS IT TRUE YOU CAN EAT A PINT OF THE NEW LOWER-CALORIE ICE CREAM AND NOT GAIN WEIGHT? — Mary H. A: You can, but that doesn’t mean you want to. Frozen treats like Halo Top and Enlightened get props — they’re lower in sugar and fat and higher in protein than regular ice cream. Also, they have as few as 240 calories a pint (versus roughly 1,000 in Ben & Jerry’s), partly because they have sugar alcohols and nonnutritive sweeteners like stevia. But — isn’t there always a “but”? — the sugar alcohols and emulsifiers can give you tummy trouble in large doses. Plus, you may find a serving of the real deal to be more satisfying for the same calories. Bottom line: Ice cream is delicious,…

1 fix your fillings Choose fish or chicken to get this taco party started FINGER-LICKIN’ TACOS PREP 15 MINUTES TOTAL 50 MINUTES ¼ c. cornstarch 1 tsp. chili powder ½ tsp. baking powder 1¼ c. all-purpose flour 1 c. lager beer or seltzer Canola or vegetable oil, for frying 1½ lbs. skinless mahi-mahi or tilapia fillets (or skinless, boneless chicken breasts) cut into 2-in.- long strips Small (6-in.) flour tortillas 1. In med. bowl, whisk together cornstarch, chili powder, baking powder, 1 c. flour and 1 tsp. salt. Stir in beer and ½ c. ice cubes just until combined (some small lumps are OK); let batter stand 10 min. 2. Line baking sheet with foil; place lg. wire rack on top. 3. Heat 2 in. oil in 5-qt. heavy-bottomed pot…

SWEET ’N’ SALTY MAPLE GRANOLA BARK PREP 15 MINUTES TOTAL 50 MINUTES 2/3 c. maple syrup 2 tsp. vanilla extract ½ c. olive oil 1 lg. egg white ½ tsp. salt 3 c. old-fashioned oats 1 c. roasted, salted almonds, coarsely chopped ½ c. sunflower seeds ½ c. almond flour 1½ tsp. ground cinnamon Milk and fresh fruit (such as berries and peaches), for serving 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line lg. baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In. med. bowl, combine maple syrup, vanilla, olive oil, egg white and salt. In lg. bowl, combine oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, almond flour and cinnamon. Add maple syrup mixture to dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. 3. Evenly press mixture onto prepared baking sheet using back of spoon or wet hands. 4. Bake…

COUNTRY CROCK SALTED AND UNSALTED BUTTERY STICKS, FROM $2.48; ORIGINAL BUTTERY SPREAD, FROM $2.19; COUNTRYCROCK.COM why they earned the GH Seal Country Crock’s spreads impressed our registered dietitian with their fresh taste, versatility and more. 1 BAKER’S DREAM You can use the sticks just like butter in most recipes. And no waiting for them to soften — get cooking when they’re right out of the fridge. 2 PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS They contain a blend of vegetable oils and have 45% less saturated fat than regular butter. 3 NO TRANS FAT These buttery spreads don’t contain any partially hydrogenated oils (a.k.a. trans fats), which have been linked to raising blood cholesterol. 4 VERSATILE CHOICES Pick salted or unsalted — salted is best for toast and corn on the cob, unsalted for bakers…

KRISTEN SALADINO FASHION DIRECTOR cool chic “I love the ruffle trim on these jeans. It gives them a fun, feminine touch.” LORIBE RGAMOTTO STYL EDIRECTOR pretty polished “Distressed denim with a flirty frill is the ultimate style mash-up.”…

instant rosy glow JUST ADD: Watercolor blush HOW-TO: Dot the translucent fluid on apples of cheeks and pat along cheekbones to fake a natural flush. TRY: Clinique Pop Oil Lip & Cheek Glow in Poppy Glow, $19, clinique.com. bright eyes JUST ADD: Liquid eye tint HOW-TO: Slick the sheer shadow on lids from lashline to crease, blending with your finger. TRY: E.L.F. Aqua Beauty Molten Liquid Eyeshadow in Brushed Copper, $4, drugstores. lush, full lips JUST ADD: Translucent lip gel HOW-TO: Glide the balm-gloss hybrid all over lips for a dewy, plump look. TRY: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Lip Shine in 10 Soft Blush, $9, drugstores.…

HOW WE TESTED We evaluated the newest anti-frizz styling products on 343 testers with all hair types for: Smoothness of testers’ hair, immediately and throughout the day Ease of use; look and feel of hair after use Ability to prevent frizz on hair swatches in the Lab’s humidity chamber for 20 hours 85/100 WINNER TOP ANTI-FRIZZ CREAM Heavy-duty pouf protection, Orlando Pita Play’s creamserum hybrid kept frizz at bay for an impressive 20 hours yet felt barely there. TESTER NOTES “This prevented the Miami humidity from flattening my hair,” one reported. “I can now throw away the drawer full of products I’ve been struggling with,” another said. LAB LOWDOWN The serum scored highest of the winners for keeping hair swatches smooth for nearly 24 hours in a chamber with up…

SAT 01 TIDY YOUR NIGHTSTAND NIGHTSTAND Straighten things up, then run a power strip across the back so you can charge your gadgets out of sight. SUN 02 CORRAL BOOKS Prop up your favorite reads and create cool shelf art by spray-painting rocks (ones with a flat side work best) in glam gold. GET THIS LOOK | QUILT (CELADON) WALLPAPER, HEATH CERAMICS, $190 PER ROLL, HYGGEANDWEST.COM TUE 04 STACK SHOES Put them in clear plastic boxes, then pile those in your closet — you’ll be able to see your favorites. HEELED-SHOE BOXES, FROM $7, CONTAINERSTORE.COM WED 05 REARRANGE YOUR UNDERWEAR DRAWER Use drawer dividers to separate underwear and socks. Get rid of anything that is unmatched or has seen better days. MON 03 Start a new laundry regimen Give each…

@fortecarolyn Q I LOVE TO ARRANGE FRESH-CUT FLOWERS, BUT THEY NEVER SEEM TO LAST. ANY TIPS? — Mary H. A: We tested several tricks in the GH Cleaning Lab, like mixing a little bleach or an aspirin into the water. But it wasn’t until we added a teaspoon of sugar and a few pennies to the vase that our test roses really perked up. The copper in the pennies helps kill bacteria, and sugar provides nourishment. Just as important: Pluck leaves below the waterline. Then, every other day, snip the stems on an angle, rinse the vase and refill it with roomtemperature water. Display blossoms away from direct heat or sun, and enjoy! Insider tip: Next time you’re at a flower shop, pick up a few preservative packs so you’ll…

MARRIAGE DO-OVER THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY by Leigh Himes Overworked mom Abbey bonks her head and wakes up as the rich wife of a man she passed up years ago. Is this cushy life better? A fresh, creative love story. TRUTH TIME THE LYING GAME by Ruth Ware The author of The Woman in Cabin 10 delivers a thoughtful thriller about four friends whose shared childhood secret threatens them now. A gripping whodunnit. MOM MEMOIR TO SIRI WITH LOVE by Judith Newman The author’s son, who has autism, finds his BFF in Apple’s personal helper. This warm series of stories offers a glimpse of what it’s like to parent a child who has a touch of magic in his soul.…

HOW WE TESTED After narrowing it down to 21 premium and “green” styles, we rated TP on factors including: Softness Dissolvability Absorbency Strength Construction 92/100 WINNER ALL-STAR TISSUE BJ’s clinched the top spot in our test and was one of the fastest in dissolvability. SOFTNESS It earned good marks from both consumer testers and our third-party Lab partner. DISSOLVABILITY In our spinning-water test, single sheets broke down in under five seconds. ABSORBENCY Each sheet easily soaked up over 12 times its weight in water. STRENGTH This one was stronger than others when dry, but weaker when wet. LAB LOWDOWN BJ’s had the best overall score — and price — of our picks. Snag it online even if you’re not a member. BERKLEY JENSEN ULTRA SOFT BATH TISSUE, $15 (13¢ PER…

YOU DEVOUR ICE CREAM OR CHUG ICE WATER. When cold hits the roof and back of your mouth, it “shocks” your palate — especially if you’re eating or drinking cold stuff quickly. Blood vessels constrict and limit blood flow, then quickly expand to let blood flow increase. PAIN RECEPTORS WONDER, WHAT THE HECK? All this rapid contraction and expansion are believed to signal to pain receptors in the mouth that there’s a problem. The receptors send a distress signal to the trigeminal nerve, whose job it is to relay sensations in the mouth and face to the brain. PAIN SURGE! Your body’s favorite “Stop doing that!” signal is pain, and your cold-shocked system delivers that full-on, often to the front of your head or the area around your temples. The…

HAPPY FEET Oooh, sexy slingbacks! Want! Fine, but get your tootsies measured before trying them. “It’s not uncommon to go up a size by middle age” or after having kids due to factors including weight gain and the natural expansion of ligaments, tendons and other tissue, says Ernest L. Isaacson, D.P.M., a podiatrist in New York City. In fact, a British survey found that almost half of women have bought ill-fitting footwear. Using the store’s measuring tool, check at the end of the day, and aim for a thumb’s width of room between your longest toe and the tip of your shoe. Then take a few steps to be sure the shoes feel as good as they look.…

MENTAL WELLNESS Sometimes Betsy, who lived in an affluent suburb outside Boston, would take baby Liam along, asking the real estate agent to keep an eye on him while she ducked into a room to snoop. To explain her real estate obsession to her husband, Betsy said she wanted to become an agent herself. She even signed up for a class as a cover story. The truth was that Betsy was addicted to opioids, and stealing them from open houses was just one of the ways she got her fix. At the time, about 15 years ago, she was taking around 250 hydrocodone pills a week, most obtained from mailorder pharmacies. Her problem had been growing worse for years, after a dentist gave her the painkiller Percocet in 1984 when…

BEST-EVER RANCH 1. In blender, puree 3/4 c. buttermilk, ½ c. mayonnaise, 1/3 c. Greek yogurt, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, 1 clove garlic, pinch sugar, 3/4 tsp. salt and ¼ tsp. pepper until smooth. 2. Add ½ c. loosely packed fresh parsley and 2 Tbsp. snipped chives; pulse until just finely chopped. Makes about 2¼ c. Keeps, refrigerated, up to 2 weeks. Dressing may separate; stir before using. RANCH 4 TASTY WAYS Savory Bacon & Chive Waffles Make waffle batter as package directs, replacing half of any added liquid with Best-Ever Ranch. Fold in 5 slices cooked bacon, crumbled. Cook waffles in waffle iron. Serve topped with additional ranch and crumbled bacon, if desired. SERVES 4 Herbed Grilled Drumsticks In gallon-size resealable plastic bag, toss 3…