Innehållsförteckning för September 2017 från Good Housekeeping

PRESENTED BY L’ORÉAL PARIS AGE PERFECT “There’s nothing wrong with a fail. You’re not going to be able to do everything, but you can try everything.” —WHOOPI “I don’t think we should have preconceived expectations about any age.” —CYNTHIA “If I’m doing my best, what’s not to like?” —KYRA 1 Joann Lublin, Martha Hoover, Judy Vredenburgh, Jennifer Howland, Ruth Ann Harnisch 2 Soledad O’Brien, Lucero Martinez 3 Erika Repola, Debra Rapoport, Francesca Vitali 4 Whoopi Goldberg 5 Lisa Williams, Susan Ungaro, Susan McPherson, Fern Mallis, Cheryl Houser, Crystal Emery, Maya Wiley, Lucero Martinez, Lisa Miller 6 Soledad O’Brien, Kyra Sedgwick, Whoopi Goldberg, Cynthia Rowley 7 Kyra Sedgwick 8 Cynthia Rowley 9 Sivonne Davis, L’Oréal Paris; Susan Spencer, Woman’s Day; Dr. Rocio Rivera, L’Oréal Paris; Cynthia Rowley; Soledad O’Brien; Kyra Sedgwick;…

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HERE’S HOW Topknots are no longer top dog. As seen on recent runways, the haute hairstyle is a low ’do. HERE’S HOW Secure your go-to bun, loop or ponytail at the nape of your neck rather than midheight or up high. Smooth the crown by rubbing a dab of styling cream (or, for fine hair, a spritz of shine mist) between palms, then gliding them from the top of hair down.…

WHAT’S NOW Spotted on runways and celebs like Emma Watson, the new feathered full brow raises them — literally! HERE’S HOW Give eyes an instant lift by using a brow brush (or the wand of a brow gel) to stroke the hairs up slightly, creating the illusion of higher, more lush arches.…

WHAT’S NOW Bye-bye, blowout! Cascading waves and curls bounced down red carpets and runways, softening features for a youthful look. HERE’S HOW For straight or wavy hair, apply texturizing spray, tie into two ponytails and twist the tails, securing into buns, says Diane Stevens, a Nioxin top artist. Let dry, release, then tousle with fingers. Curly hair: Work in smoothing oil when damp, twist curls around fingers and let dry. In a rush? Curl twoinch sections of dry hair to ear level and loosen with fingers once cool.…

WHAT’S NOW The coolest complexion trend? Sapphirecolored skincare, infused with ingredients like soothing indigo, anti-aging blue algae and anti-inflammatory blue tansy and blue chamomile. HERE’S HOW Try one of the Beauty Lab’s favorites — their faint blue hue instantly brightens sallow tones in skin.…

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GH TEST KITCHEN 1 CLEAN UP THE CUPBOARD Stop tossing in cookies and crackers; store open packs properly — don’t just roll and go. To keep cereal and chips crisp, try Copco Bag Caps, which clip onto bags for a tight seal. 2 MAKE YOUR FREEZER FOOLPROOF Never store more than two or three pounds of food per cubic foot of freezer capacity — you’ll overload the freezer, making it more difficult for it to maintain the recommended 0°F temperature. Keep a thermometer in the freezer and check the temperature monthly. 3 RETHINK DATES Food does not generally have “expiration” dates but will have a “use by” and/or “sell by” date. “Use by” indicates optimal freshness, and “sell by” is a guideline for retailers on how long to display it.…

1 SPRAYING POLISH ON FURNITURE This method can leave you with a filmy buildup on wood that is hard to remove and attracts more dust. Instead, spray your cloth and pass it gently across the surface. If you can’t keep from spraying product on your furniture, do so lightly. After you dust, buff again with a clean cloth to remove any polish residue. 2 OVERLOOKING AC OR HEATING VENTS These “invisible” grilles on walls and ceilings are sneaky dust catchers. Forget to clean them, and air passing through can send the dust into your room. Go over the slats with your vacuum’s soft brush attachment when you clean your floor or whenever you see buildup or cobwebs. 3 DUSTING WITH DRY TOOLS Dust, left dry, can easily float away and…

Cofounder, Fair Oaks Farms & Fairlife, a dairy company U n-fun fact: Each year, agriculture generates 15% to 18% of greenhouse gases worldwide, with cattle a major contributing factor (yep, we’re talking cow poop). Farmer Sue McCloskey and her husband, Mike, have found a way to fight that shocking statistic, with nothing udder than manure: Each day, it’s put into an anaerobic digester, which breaks down waste and collects the gas released in the process. That gas is cleaned until it becomes 99% methane (essentially natural gas), then compressed to fuel 42 trucks that haul the milk to the markets. Nutrients are also extracted from the digested manure to create crop fertilizer. Eventually, the plan is to use water left over from processing to grow duckweed to feed to the cows.…

CEO & Founder of Mogul (onmogul.com) Not so long ago, Googling the word “mogul” resulted in entries on men like Warren Buffett. But thanks to Tiffany Pham, the top search result is now Mogul, a platform that connects 18 million women globally to share support and career insights. “I want to show women they can be moguls too,” she says. Tiffany got her own start on mogul-dom by working a corporate job in New York City while producing documentaries and cofounding a cultural initiative with China on the side. When she hit the “Forbes 30 Under 30: Media” list, she was flooded with emails from women wanting advice, and the idea for Mogul was born. Power path: “I’d work my three jobs and, at 3 a.m., clear the kitchen table…

Founder and CEO, Every Mother Counts W hen she suffered a complication after the birth of her daughter in 2003, Christy Turlington Burns made a life-altering connection to a global tragedy: the fact that an estimated 530,000 women and girls at that time died every year from pregnancy or childbirth-related complications because they didn’t have access to basic obstetric or emergency care. “Almost all of those deaths were preventable,” she says. “Once I knew that, I had to do something.” That something was her first documentary film, No Woman, No Cry, a look at maternity care in Bangladesh, Guatemala, Tanzania and the U.S. (which has one of the highest maternal death rates in the developed world). In 2010, she founded the nonprofit Every Mother Counts to raise awareness and funds to…

Founder & Executive Producer, Makers G loria Steinem turned me down,” says Dyllan McGee. “That’s how Makers began.” In 2005, the former independent filmmaker and historical documentarian had asked permission from her personal hero to do a film of her life, but was politely rejected, albeit with a piece of advice. “She said that if I really wanted to tell the story of the feminist movement in the U.S., I couldn’t profile just one woman — I had to tell the story of all women,” says Dyllan. She had found her mission. Inspired by short-form videos on YouTube, Dyllan created Makers, a digital storytelling platform. She turned back to her idol, teaming up with Gloria Steinem to help select women to profile in its first year. With the help of Oath’s…

I f you’ve seen the news or read Twitter lately, you may have noticed that kindness and positivity are not exactly “having a moment.” But Ellen DeGeneres is, and thank goodness for that. It began last year, when she once again swam into our hearts as one very forgetful blue tang. Her movie Finding Dory netted more than a billion dollars worldwide. She’s also amassed an army of followers: more than 46 million on Instagram, 27 million on Facebook and 70 million on Twitter, making her the sixth most followed person on the planet. This month, not only is she celebrating the 15th season of her show, which has already earned a staggering 59 Daytime Emmy Awards, but she’s also expanding ED Ellen DeGeneres, her lifestyle brand, offering fashion, furniture, tableware…

WINNER FASTER, EASIER, MORE SECURE From laptops to smart TVs, Wi-Fipowers it all. Get more speed and security with Eero, an easy-to-install system that replaces your old router and plugs directly into the modem. Use its app to see what tech is connected to your Wi-Fi, set up a guest network instead of sharing your personal password and create Family Profiles to stop kids’ Internet use at dinner. LAB LOWDOWN In our tests, it boosted Internet speed and coverage — adios, dead zones! Add the Plus subscription ($10/month) to help protect gadgets against viruses and malware and set advanced parental controls. EERO HOME WIFISYSTEM, FROM $299, EERO.COM GH MEDIA & TECH LAB GH HOW-TO GUIDE FROM THE EXPERTS AT THE GOOD HOUSE KEEPING INSTITUTE HOW TO DETANGLE A NECKLACE IN SECONDS…

GH KITCHEN APPLIANCES LAB HOW WE TESTED After narrowing it down to eight new knives, we rated them on: Chopping Slicing Mincing Cutting up a chicken Ease of use WINNER ULTIMATE TOOL With its wide, slightly rounded blade, Victorinox’s workhorse handled every task smoothly, from cleaving hefty bones to coring delicate tomatoes. LAB LOWDOWN In Lab tests it quickly turned parsley into fine dust, basil into ribbons and a whole chicken into eighths. VICTORINOX 8" ROSEWOOD FORGED CHEF’S KNIFE, $176, SWISSARMY.COM RUNNER-UP NICE PRICE For a do-it-all knife without the hefty price tag, Zyliss’s tool can’t be beat. You’ll get a comfy, ergonomic grip whether you hold it by the handle or by pinching at the rear of the blade (a pro chef technique). LAB LOWDOWN It easily managed every…

nutrition advice GH NUTRITION LAB RXBAR KIDS These sweet bars, made entirely from whole foods, have no added sugar, yet taste like treats. The 7 g of protein in each package will help boost your energy during the day. SUNBUTTER ON THE GO CREAMY SINGLE CUPS Toss a 1.5-oz. sunflower butter cup in your purse or send it into a nut-free classroom — it’s a good source of B vitamins and immune-boosting iron and zinc. KIND MINIS One bar is a few bites of happiness thanks to the candy-like combo of nuts and dark chocolate. Plus, one 100-cal (or less) chunk packs up to 4 g of protein — perfect for a post-lunch lift. Better to be the one who smiled than the one who didn’t smile back.…

GH TEXT I LES LAB feminine hygiene Is my period really over? Is that a leak I feel? We’ve all had period panic, which is why the GH Textiles Lab put those new time-of-themonth undies, designed with a protective barrier inside the fabric, to the test. LAB LOWDOWN: None of the brands were nearly as absorbent as a maxi pad, so we don’t recommend forgoing a pad or tampon, but used with your go-to supplies, these can offer extra peace of mind. TOP-TESTED: The Thinx Hip-hugger ($35) and BFF Period Undies Classic Cut ($11, above). Testers were impressed with how comfy and unbulky both were. Pro tip: Machine wash to get them clean; hand-washing just won’t cut it.…

MEET YOUR TRAINER DARA THEODORE TOSS A BAND IN YOUR TRAVE L BAG “A resistance band is so portable, and it improves balance and coordination while building strength.” STRONGER TOGETHER “I love doing partner workouts in my classes. It creates the feeling of camaraderie as we work toward our goals together.” HAVE A QUICKI E “You don’t need a lot of time to work out. If you have even 10 minutes, that’s always better than nothing!” @darafayetheo GH X DAI LY BURN Daily Burn has loads of trainers, so you’re sure to find one who matches your style and goals. Go to dailyburn .com to choose from over 800 “living room” workouts with top Daily Burn trainers like Dara. Subscribe for your first month free — plus, GH readers get…

MAKE IT IN 5 MINUTES 1-STEP BASIL PESTO In food processor or blender, pulse 3 c. loosely packed basil, 1 lg. garlic clove (crushed), ½ c. olive oil, ¼ c. grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ c. toasted pine nuts, 2 tsp. lemon juice and ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper until smooth. Keeps refrigerated 3 days. Makes ¾ c. PESTO 4 TASTY WAYS BBQ Herbed Drumsticks 1. Pat 2 lbs. chicken drumsticks dry and place in gallon-size resealable bag with . c. Basil Pesto. Shake to coat, then refrigerate at least 1 hr. or overnight. 2. Remove chicken and wipe off excess pesto. Season all over with . tsp. salt. Grill on med. until golden and crisped, 15 min., turning occasionally. Brush with additional pesto and serve. SERVES 4 Crispy…

Meet Charlie! This outgoing long-haired senior found himself homeless when the shop he lived in closed. Now he resides at the North Shore Animal League America offices in New York, where he has stolen the heart of every employee. Help Charlie find a forever home by emailing DoritS@animal league.org, or donate and learn more about the no-kill rescue organization at animalleague.org. Kindness begets kindness. —Sophocles…

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This new GH Seal star is a breakfast game changer that made golden, delicious waffles every time in our intense Kitchen Appliance Lab tests KRUPS 4-SLICE BELGIAN WAFFLE MAKER, $60, WALMART.COM why it earned the GH Seal The Krups waffle maker wowed our experts with its impressive performance and super-simple cleanup. 1 NO-FUSS CLEANING Seriously reduce cleanup time. Unlike most models, this one has removable nonstick plates you can pop right in your dishwasher! 2 BROWNS EVENLY It earned high scores in GH Lab tests for consistently browning waffles evenly — something most competitors can’t do. 3 CUSTOM SETTINGS Like your waffle barely browned, well done or in between? The Lab gave high marks for the five(!) accurate preference picks. 4 GOOF-PROOF RESULTS Lights indicate that it’s on and preheated.…

GUEST EDITOR Strong women empower other women. I love the idea of elevating women, because we’re still trying to reach equality, but we aren’t there yet. If we can show all these amazing things that women can do, it gives other women and girls role models to look up to and think, I could be like that entertainer or lawyer or entrepreneur or mom who chooses to stay home. It changes their aspirations of who they can be. [Get inspired yourself by our 2017 Awesome Women winners, page 67.] We all need (and need to be) role models. I had some amazing teachers, like Mrs. Bauer in high school. She brought computers into the school when most schools didn’t even know what they were. She was also raising three boys…

Purpose With this new emblem, our goal is to raise awareness about the importance of being kind to others, highlight worthy charities and help you feel confident in your charitable giving. Possibility Along with our Kind Cycle program, which launched in 2016, the GH Humanitarian Seal allows us to take a closer look at people and organizations that inspire us to make the world a better place. Proven The new GH Humanitarian Seal amplifies those efforts by spotlighting charities that make a meaningful difference so you’ll know — as with products we’ve assessed — that you can trust them.…

WHAT’S NOW Skip the unicorn glitter all over Instagram; the more natural way to score the of-the-moment radiance is with a strategically placed swipe of pearlescent highlighter. HERE’S HOW Tap a subtly shimmery cream or liquid formula (see the shade for your skin tone, above) along cheekbones to fake the look of sculpted features and lend luminescence — with or without other makeup. Pro trick: In a pinch, use a light-colored neutral shimmer eye shadow. fair B3 SPOT LIGHT SHIMMER STICK IN 40 WATTS, $13, BEAUTYBYBRENT.COM medium ALMAY INSTANT GLOW HIGHLIGHTING DUO IN NUDE GLOW, $13 dark NYX AWAY WE GLOW LIQUID HIGHLIGHTER IN GOLD RUSH, $7…

PRESENTED BY DIGESTIVE ADVANTAGE® 1 KEEP CALM Too much stress or anxiety can wreak havoc on your digestive system. Find stress-reducing activities you enjoy— yoga, deep breathing or meditation—and practice regularly. 2 stay hydrated Drink plenty of water. Doing so helps dissolve fats and soluble fiber, allowing them to pass through your system more easily. 3 TAKE A PROBIOTIC SUPPLEMENT To keep your digestive health on track, it’s important to maintain the right balance of good and bad bacteria. Enter probiotic supplements. Taking one regularly can help reduce some digestive problems and support your immune system. A DIGESTION DIFFERENTIATOR Try Digestive Advantage. It uses a unique probiotic that has a protein shell, which helps it survive harsh stomach acid 100x better than other probiotics and yogurt. That means it gets to where you…

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GH KITCHEN APPLIANCES LAB 6. GLASS CONTAINERS Perfect scorers in our tests, these stayed airtight for 14 days, and not a drop seeped out after shaking. Put them in the freezer, microwave and dishwasher. Emsa by Frieling Clip & Close Glass Containers, $10 to $24, fruugo.us 7. REUSABLE POUCHES Bags take up less room than containers. Though not 100% airtight, they work well for cereal, veggies and other foods you use often and want crisp. Blue Avocado (Re)zip Reusable Storage Bags, $15 for two one-gallon bags, rezip.com 8. TAKE-ALONG CHOICE These plastic containers have removable ice packs for perishables like tuna salad and fruit. The lids snap to the bottoms so they won’t get lost. Snapware Total Solution Plastic On-the-Go Line, $4.50 to $30, shopworld kitchen.com 9. DRY-GOODS CANISTERS Best for items like…

GH CLEANING LAB 1 WASH ITEMS FIRST Dry-clean or launder things before storing. Rinse well so as to leave no traces of detergent or bleach, which can damage stored garments . Deodorant or perfume residue can discolor fabric, and stains will attract moths. Never starch clothes before storing, since it can yellow them and attract insects. 2 REMOVE ACCESSORIES Jewelry and other add-ons can cause rips and tears and may stain other garments. Take off pins or decorative flair from shirts and jackets before hanging them. 3 SCRUB BOOTS AND SHOES Remove dirt from rubber soles with a wire brush; clean the rest with a shoe brush. Sprinkle in baking soda and place on shoe or boot trees, or stuff boots with white tissue paper and store upright. Before storing…

Founder, India Hicks, Inc. India Hicks is a walking style icon. A former model and a cousin of Prince Charles, she has written three books on home design, inspired by her life in the Bahamas. But she’s no idle socialite: In 2015, the mom of five launched India Hicks, Inc., a line of fragrances, accessories and jewelry sold by women ambassadors and on her site, indiahicks.com. Her goal: To bring luxury to the mass market while inspiring women to be their own bosses. “I saw all these savvy forgotten businesswomen in their 40s to 60s,” says India. “I wanted to give them an opportunity to do something for themselves.” They meet quarterly to share successes, analyze failures and cheer one another on. “As women age, their confidence might get knocked,”…

Rocket Engineer S ome kids dream of being princesses, but Tiera Guinn wanted to build rockets. In June 2016, she realized that dream when Boeing hired her to design and analyze the hardware for the largest NASA rocket ever created — one that’s meant to take humans to Mars — before her recent graduation from MIT. “It’s humbling to be a part of this moment in history,” she says. Early influence: Tiera’s mom, a coupon clipper, and her dad, a construction worker, nurtured her natural love of math through grocery shopping and architecture. “It was so helpful, because a lot of kids see math only as numbers. They don’t understand the application of it,” says Tiera. Kind cycle: A top student, Tiera still struggled with believing in herself, turning to her…

1980s TAKING THE STAGE Stand-Up Comedy Ellen held her own in the notoriously femaleunfriendly clubs: “Authenticity is natural to me.” 2003 to present DAY TIME DANCING The Ellen DeGeneres Show Busting a move on the air with Michelle Obama: “Daytime TV can be fun and make you feel good.” 2007 and 2014 HOLLYWOOD HUMOR Hosting the Oscars “It’s a different kind of scary than stand-up. It’s like hosting a party — they’re not there for you. Your job is to keep it moving.”…

GH CLEANING LAB 1. Glassware Place in the upper rack, between the tines (not over them) to help prevent water spots and avoid breakage. Make sure delicate items won’t topple over from the force of the water. 2. Cookware and Plates Put them on the bottom, with platters along the edges or in the back (so they won’t block detergent). Face dirty sides toward the center, where spray is stronger. 3. Flatware Use the top-tier tray (if your machine has one) or the flatware basket. Point knives down and forks up, and alternate spoons so they won’t nest inside one another. SEAL SPOTLIGHT MIELE DISHWASHER Say goodbye to leftover water spots and drops. Miele’s state-of-the-art dishwasher opens like magic so dishes dry completely. FROM $1,399, MIELEUSA.COM…

prevent disease Coconut oil — hyped as helpful for weight loss, heart health and cognition — is not all it’s cracked up to be. In fact, a large review this year confirmed that diets rich in plant-based oils that are low in saturated fat and high in antioxidants are the ones that can help reduce risk of major chronic illnesses including diabetes and many cancers, Alzheimer’s disease and heart disease. These winners fill the bill and then some. OUR GH DO DIET PROMISE TO YOU Fed up with living in a world of don’ts? So are we. That’s why we developed the Do Diet, a radical new way of living that’s full of easy do’s to get you on the healthiest (happiest!) track. extra virgin olive oil Research has shown that the…

prevent disease You’ve probably been told to wash your hands in warm or hot water to kill germs. In fact, the FDA recommends food handlers wash hands and rinse them with warm water. But Rutgers University researchers found no significant difference between the numbers of icky germs on the mitts of people who washed in warm 100°F H₂O and those who used cool 60°F. What’s more, using water at 60°Finstead of 100°F takes 46% less energy, saving you cash and protecting the environment. Just be sure to soap up and wash vigorously for at least 10 seconds, whatever the water temp.…

brain health If you’re feeling low, make like Spider-Man. Depressed patients who went bouldering regularly as part of their treatment saw their moods improve significantly, according to new research. Bouldering is similar to climbing, in that “You have to be focused on the moment so as not to fall — it doesn’t leave much room for your mind to dwell on things,” says study author Eva-Maria Stelzer. Climbing with others can also help counter isolation and build self-confidence. Hit the wall at your gym, or look online to find a bouldering gym in your area. Kindness is free. Sprinkle that stuff everywhere.…

CREAMY SPAGHETTI & ZOODLESp132 2017 HEALTHY HEART GOOD HOUSEKEEPI SPEEDY EGGPLANT PARM p 128 SHORTCUT MAC ’N’ CHEESE with crispy bacon & sweet potatoes p 128 WHITE PIZZA with Brussels sprouts & ham p 130 MAKE IT EASIER Use the food processor. Give your knife a rest and shred sprouts in seconds. HARVEST FLATBREADS with Italian sausage p 130 VEGETARIAN FRIED RICE with shiitakes & edamame p 130 MAKE IT EASIER Use up leftover rice. Cook a big batch early in the week and use it twice — it’s just as nice! SMOKY FAJITA STIR-FRY in lettuce cups p 134 MAKE IT EASIER Go for bagged lettuce. Dole’s prewashed, pre-chopped greens are GH Nutritionist Approved! SWEET & STICKY TOFU with baby bok choy p 132…

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It’s no shock that 75% of parents say backto- school shopping is a serious stressor, according to GH Seal star RetailMeNot. The company’s shopping expert, Sara Skirboll, to the rescue! Shop on tax-free days. Many localities waive sales tax for a few days — search online for exactly when. Some tax holidays apply only to school supplies, while others cover electronics, clothing and shoes. Wait a bit. Sometimes the late bird gets the best deal — clothes and shoe prices typically drop 40% after midmonth, and class supplies can be a third less by the second week of September. Get social. Brands like Kohl’s, Old Navy and Macy’s usually offer deep discounts, while others offer flash sale alerts to shoppers who follow them on social media. YOU COULD WIN A…

The dense bristles of your mascara wand are perfect for cleaning the feathers and fur of injured and orphaned animals, says Savannah Trantham, cofounder of Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, a nonprofit based in Candler, NC. The group began Wands for Wildlife, which collects old mascara brushes. It then distributes the brushes to volunteers who use them to comb fleas, larvae and parasites from animals — birds, squirrels and bunnies — so they can be returned to their natural habitats. The fact that 25,096 (and counting!) wands have been sent in to clean the critters makes cofounder Kimberly Brewster a little misty. “I now have trouble wearing mascara, because I get so emotional,” she says. Wand to help? Visit appalachianwild.org for more info. Kind Cycle BRUSH WITH GREATNESS A baby wren (found in…

In the last 10 years or so, there have been more than a handful of movies and TV shows about the inside workings of magazines — Trainwreck, 13 Going On 30, Lipstick Jungle, The Devil Wears Prada and Ugly Betty, to name a few. As you can imagine, I’ve watched them all. And while most are very entertaining and even get one or two things right, in no way do they reflect what goes on at Good Housekeeping (or any other magazine I’ve worked at!). What we do at GH, day in and day out, is focus on making pages we think you will find interesting, inspiring, beautiful and useful. We love to hear from you when we actually surprise and delight as intended. That’s why, in this issue, our…

WHAT’S NOW Inspired by backstage pros who custommixed shades like red, purple and green into black lacquer, the variations range from brown-black to blackberry, gold-flecked black, midnight blue and even oil spill–esque glimmery purple-green. HERE’S HOW The understated shades serve as a (moodier) neutral; to get the most current opaque finish, layer two coats on short tips.…

WHAT’S NOW Cherrystained lips, from bright bing to rich black. HERE’S HOW Pick your shade between sheer and bold, dot color on a finger, then press it into lips so the edges are soft. SHEER TINTED BALM GH SEAL STAR NEUTROGENA MOISTURESMOOTH COLOR STICK IN CLASSIC RED, $9 PLUSH GLOSS NO7 HIGH SHINE LIP GLOSS IN LUST, $8, WALGREENS SHEER LIPSTICK BURT’S BEES LIPSTICK IN SCARLET SOAKED, $9 SATINY LIPSTICK SONIA KASHUK SATIN LUXE LIP COLOR SPF 16 IN CLASSIC RED 93, $10, TARGET LIQUID LIPSTICK MAYBELLINE NEW YORK COLOR SENSATIONAL VIVID MATTE LIQUID LIPSTICK IN CORRUPT CRANBERRY, $8 MATTE LIPSTICK LUXE PICK GH SEAL STAR MARY KAY SEMI-MATTE LIPSTICK IN POPPY PLEASE, $18, MARYKAY.COM BOLD…

DR.MEHMETOZ MEDICAL EXPERT DR. OZ SAYS: Yes! Makeup can make particles in the air more likely to stick to your skin, and if you don’t wash it off, free radicals produced by the particles can break down collagen, leading to lines over time. Plus, makeup may clog pores — causing a buildup of acneforming bacteria if you regularly sleep in it — and absorb moisture from your face. That’s why it’s important to cleanse at night to let your skin rejuvenate itself. Beauty Lab tip: Keep facial cleansing wipes on your nightstand to quick-wash in a pinch.…

CAROLYN FORT É GH HOME CARE LAB DIRECTOR @fortecarolyn Q HOW CAN I GET RID OF COFFEE STAINS INSIDE MY STAINLESS STEEL MUG? —Dorothy S. A: Wash the mug in hot, sudsy water. Then sprinkle in several tablespoons of baking soda and scrub its sides and bottom with a stiffbristled bottle brush. Rinse well. If you can, take apart the mug’s lid and wash all pieces thoroughly. Also open its drinking spout and flush hot water through to dislodge trapped particles. You can try washing your mug in the dishwasher, but stainless steels ones are not always dishwasher-safe, so follow the recommended-care instructions. When you remove those oils and residues, your coffee will taste fresher too! GH CLEANING LAB Q: I washed a pair of pants with a piece of…

THE OWNERS Michele Michael, founder of Elephant Ceramics, and her husband, Patrick Moore, a woodworker and furniture designer. THE PROPERTY The couple bought the home (built in 1989) in 2002, and it served as a country home for a decade before they moved in full-time five years ago. Using wood from their own land, they built a barn that serves as a joint studio space. THE DESIGN With the exception of the dreamy blue bedroom, Michele liked the idea of building on a big white background, similar to an art gallery. “Patrick made a lot of the furniture, and we added colorful accents with rugs, upholstery and, of course, art,” she says. ACE OF VASE Many of Michele’s beautiful creations are on display throughout this story. Shop her art at…

GH CLEANING LAB 1 KITCHEN-EXHAUST FILTER Clean your filter in the dishwasher once a month or as often as your range-hood manufacturer recommends. The high temperature combined with a good detergent should cut through tough grease without effort from you. 2 SOLID HARD PLASTIC TOYS The machine can wipe out germs from that last playdate fast. Warning: Don't use the dishwasher for soft toys, or ones with electronic components — you might get shocked or short them out. 3 PLASTIC HAIRBRUSHES Place them in the dishwasher’s top rack or utensil basket, and make sure they are securely anchored before starting the cycle. Remove hair from brushes to avoid clogging the drain filter. 4 PET DISHES AND TOYS They’ll come out sparkling clean after a cycle, and your furry friend will…

CEO & Founder, Spanx W hen then 27-yearold Sara Blakely was getting ready for a party in 1998, she put on white pants and gasped: Everything showed through the fabric. So she cut the feet off a pair of control-top pantyhose and wore them underneath. Feeling both comfortable and trimmer, she knew she was on to something. With $5,000 she had earned selling fax machines door-todoor, she developed a prototype body shaper, dubbed it Spanx and struck a deal with a manufacturer to produce them. She cold-called department stores, even doing before-and-after modeling to prove they worked (the trick got her products on the shelves at Neiman Marcus). Her “aha” moment: When Oprah declared Spanx one of her favorite things, suddenly it was a household name. “Sara built her success by…

Tribal Attorney & National Campaigns Director of Honor the Earth F or over six hours after protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline in 2016, attorney and activist Tara Houska was first zip-tied and then locked in a wire cage, she says, before being strip-searched and charged with criminal trespassing. It was shocking, but it didn’t stop her from standing strong for justice. Tara is a citizen of Couchiching First Nation, a Canadian tribe on the border of Ontario and Minnesota, where she was raised. But it wasn’t until she was a lawyer in Washington, DC, that she found her inner advocate. “I saw such a lack of understanding for Native people that getting involved in cultural issues was something I had to do,” says Tara. She started by organizing rallies and campaigns…

CNN News Anchor Positivity radiates from new mom Poppy Harlow, but you wouldn’t know from her sunny disposition that things haven’t always been bright for her. She lost her father when she was only 15, and she didn’t get into her chosen law school, dashing her dream of following in his footsteps. She pivoted to journalism and now anchors CNN Newsroom, a daily news show from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. ET; spearheads the digital and TV series American Opportunity, which she started to shed light on disparities in income, race and gender in the U.S.; and hosts the podcast Boss Files With Poppy Harlow, on which she interviews extraordinary leaders around the world. Truth teller: She believes in telling both sides of a story, a trait that’s garnered her…

CEO & Cofounder of levo.com At her first job at a consulting company, Caroline Ghosn quickly realized that men were negotiating higher salaries and tapping one another for mentoring to move faster through the ranks, drawing on skills and connections she didn’t possess. “Whenever you have to figure out things that aren’t explicit, like in salary negotiations, you see differences in how women and people of color succeed,” she says. Galvanized, Caroline cofounded Levo (Latin for “to elevate”), a digital space for career newbies that provides advice, mentors, job leads and more, all geared to millennial women. How it works: Users build profiles that are matched with people and resources that can help propel their careers. “We can level the playing field with technology,” says Caroline. Levo’s 8 million–plus users…

Director, Stanford Artificial Intelligence Lab, and Chief Scientist, Google Cloud Fei-Fei Li’s work in artificial intelligence (AI) could change your life. “AI will impact every industry on Earth, including manufacturing, agriculture, health care and more,” she says. Among Fei-Fei’s achievements, she’s directed the creation of a database of more than 15 million images that, along with algorithms, can “teach” computers to “see” and evaluate images — key technology for selfdriving cars and even rescue robots that could be deployed in a disaster. Kind cycle: Fei-Fei, a Ph.D., cofounded AI4All, a nonprofit that brings workshops into schools to expose students to the magic of AI. “This is the world where our children will live, and technology should reflect that diverse world,” she says. “With technology and a little love, we can…

GH HOW-TO GUIDE FROM THE EXPERTS AT THE GOOD HOUSE KEEPING INSTITUTE Slow down. Ease your vehicle into a safe area (like a parking lot, a quiet side street or a wide shoulder on a long stretch of road) and switch on your hazard lights. Put the car in Park and firmly set the emergency brake. If you have them, display reflective triangles or flares behind your car. Lay out your tools. A jack, a lug wrench, a spare tire and the owner’s manual that came with your vehicle are all the emergency supplies you need. But a wheel chock is a helpful safety booster, and a raincoat, a flashlight, gloves, rags and a blanket or towel to kneel on can come in handy. Prep the wheel. Use the flat…

overall wellness As if you needed another excuse for a luxurious hot bath, researchers from Loughborough University in England found that an hour of tub time may have some benefits similar to those of exercise. Bathers burned 126 calories — as many as they would on a 30-minute walk — and showed potential for reduced chronic inflammation and better blood sugar control (good news for diabetics). Fill your tub halfway with water at hot-tub temperature (around 104°F) to get these goodies. Or, step into a hot tub or sauna, which may have the same effects. Don’t hang up your fitness gear, though: Exercise helps your health in countless other ways, so keep at it.…

triple TESTED WEEKNIGHT MEALS Speedy Eggplant Parm PREP 20 MINUTES TOTAL 40 MINUTES 1. Place ½ c. allpurpose flour on plate. In shallow bowl, beat 1 lg. egg with 1 lg. egg white. In second bowl, combine 1 c. panko, ½ c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese, ½ tsp. garlic powder, ½ tsp. kosher salt and ¼ tsp. pepper, then stir in 1 Tbsp. olive oil. 2. Line lg. baking sheet with nonstick foil. Cut 1 sm. (about 12 oz.) eggplant into long ½-in.-thick sticks. Coat eggplant in flour, then in egg (letting any excess drip off), then in panko mixture, pressing to adhere. Transfer to baking sheet; roast at 450°F, turning halfway through, until golden brown, 15 to 18 min. 3. Meanwhile, cook 1 pkg. (16 to 18 oz.) cheese…

Fidget spinners are everywhere, but they’re just one of many tools kids can use to improve focus. Consider making one (or more!) of these ideas part of your pre-homework routine. 1 Fidget toys. Fidgeting may help some children concentrate. Spinners, putty, stress balls or fidget cubes may do the trick. In one study, sixth graders who used stress balls increased their average writing scores by 10 percentage points. (Those with ADHD saw an even bigger boost — of 27%!) 2 Outdoor time. If your child has ADHD, let her play outside before sitting down to homework. Research has indicated that children with ADHD concentrate better after engaging in outdoor activities in green spaces — and one study showed that children scored higher on tests after encountering nature in a city…