Innehållsförteckning för March 2018 från Good Housekeeping

WINNER TOTAL STANDOUT Dyson’s sleek design is lightweight, but packs tons of power and an above-average run time. Use it as a stick or hand vacuum. LAB LOWDOWN It earned perfect scores in many tests, making quick work of wall edges and carpets and picking up 99% of debris on bare floors. It was the most consistent model we tried—there wasn’t much to improve on. DYSON V7 MOTORHEAD 227591-01, $400, DYSON.COM RUNNER-UP GH SEAL STAR Great for cleaning tricky spots (like under tables), this Bissell has a handle that can lie almost flat. LAB LOWDOWN This ran nonstop for an impressive 37 minutes and aced tests on pet hair, easily sucking it up from carpet. The suction was superstrong, but made maneuvering on carpet a bit tricky. We loved that…

YOUR GUIDE TO THE CLEANEST SPRING EVER Spring is in the air—but dust shouldn’t be! It’s the season for deep cleaning, but after a year of busy home life, how will you survive the buildup of dirt? Simple. With the help of their all-new household cleaning line, the experts at Tri-Coastal Design offer up 3 spring cleaning tips and techniques. 1 REINFORCE DAILY HAND WASHING Have everyone in the family wash hands with Tri-Coastal Design Fresh Lavender Hand Soap and warm water regularly to help prevent the spread of germs and illness at home. 2 TACKLE DRIPS & SPILLS As the most splatter-prone spot in the kitchen, countertops constantly collect grease and grime no matter the season. Get in the habit of regularly cleaning kitchen surfaces a few times a…

DETANGLE KITCHEN TOOLS. Drawer dividers that can be adjusted to accommodate big, small and oddly shaped utensils prevent jumbled tools and crammed drawers. EXPANDABLE UTENSIL ORGANIZER, $25, OXO.COM. STORE PANS ON THEIR SIDES. “It’s simpler and so much less frustrating to grab the pans you need if you stack them horizontally using an adjustable pan rack,” says Jeffrey. YOUCOPIA STOREMORE COOKWARE RACK, $20, AMAZON.COM. TURN ONE SHELF INTO TWO. With wire shelf risers, you can take full advantage of vertical storage space that was once wasted by tough-to-stack items (Exhibit A: the teapot below). LARGE EXPANDING SHELF, $7.50, CONTAINERSTORE.COM. GIVE SUPPLIES A PROPER HOME. Hang your go-to cleanser and put the rest on a lazy Susan. COMMAND SPRAY BOTTLE HANGER, $5, AMAZON.COM. OXO GOOD GRIPS 16-INCH TURNTABLE, $17, OXO.COM. SHED…

CHICKEN MARSALA LITE PREP 5 MIN. TOTAL 30 MIN. 1. Pound 4 (6-oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts to ½ in. thick. Season with salt and pepper and lightly coat with flour. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in large skillet on medium and cook chicken until golden brown, 4 to 5 min. per side; transfer to plate. 2. Add 1 Tbsp oil to skillet. Cook 1 (10-oz) pkg. sliced cremini mushrooms on mediumhigh, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 5 min. Add 1 large shallot and 1 clove garlic (both finely chopped). Season with salt and pepper; cook 2 min. 3. Add ½ cup each low-sodium chicken broth and Marsala wine to skillet along with chicken and juices and simmer until reduced by half, 4 min. Sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve with…

No purchase necessary to enter or win. Sponsored by Hearst Communications, Inc. Important notice: You may be charged for visiting the mobile website in accordance with the terms of your service agreement with your carrier. Odds of winning will depend upon the total number of eligible entries received. GOOD HOUSEKEEPING MARCH BEAUTY LOOT SWEEPSTAKES (flip page 12) Beginning February 1, 2018, at 12:01 a.m. (ET) through March 31, 2018, at 11:59 p.m. (ET), go to goodhousekeeping.com/march beautyloot on a computer or wireless device and complete and submit the entry form pursuant to the onscreen instructions. Ten (10) Winner(s) will each receive one of the following: one (1) Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Tasking Hair Mask ($5), one (1) Aerin Rose Day Lotion & Multi-Color ($55), one (1) Dove Exfoliating Body…

KRISTEN SALADINO FASHION DIRECTOR cool chic “Blazers are big this year. Rock a red one with basics for an eye-catching outfit. LORI BERGAMOTTO STYLE DIRECTOR pretty polished “This jacket really pops, but is still surprisingly easy to dress around.” GH PROJECT CLEAN STASH CLEANING WIPES IN YOUR BATHROOM. Quickly wipe up toothpaste splatters, water marks and other messes so they won’t dry on and become tougher to remove.…

just add a... BAND TEE It’s a fun convo starter you can pair with anything from jeans to a pleated skirt. JACKET, $149, REBELWILSONXANGELS.COM. SHIRT, $18, FOREVER21.COM. EARRINGS, $98, LORENHOPE.COM. live in a... FLOWY MAXI It’s easily dressed down with a jean jacket or dressed up with a pair of heels—no wonder this ultra-flattering style is one of Katy’s cutest, comfiest staples! DENIM JACKET, $80, DRESS, $90, AND HEELS, $55, LANEBRYANT.COM. EARRINGS, $150, MIGNONNEGAVIGAN.COM. GET TO KNOW KATY HOMETOWN: Pensacola, FL FAMILY FUN: Katy’s fiancé, Breaux Greer, is an Olympic javelin thrower! Their son, Kingston Saint Greer, is almost 1; his sister is due this spring. YOU KNOW HER FROM: HBO’s Eastbound & Down, CBS’s Mike & Molly and the film Four Christmases. ACTING CRED: She’s got a Bachelor of…

MOTHER MYSTERY THE BRIDESMAID’S DAUGHTER by Nyna Giles and Eve Claxton Giles writes of her mother’s early life as a model and bridesmaid to Grace Kelly and her later homelessness. A fascinating true story. FAMILY TIES THE RECIPE BOX by Viola Shipman A big-city chef goes home to her family’s orchard and learns what’s important in life. An easy, delightful novel—with the author’s family recipes included! SOCIETY DRAMA MRS. by Caitlin Macy Secrets threaten the cushy lives of a fictional group of wealthy NYC moms in this insightful look at the manners of the moneyed class.…

Another reason it pays to deal with anger healthfully: On the ends of your chromosomes are little caps called telomeres (imagine the plastic tips on your shoelaces) that protect DNA from damage. The longer your telomeres are, the more likely you’ll have a long life — and, more important, stay well. Having short telomeres increases your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, cancer and dementia. What shortens them? Pollution; overeating; smoking and drinking; and — you guessed it — stress, such as long-term anger. But there’s much you can do to soothe an angry soul — including lacing up those sneakers to go shoot some hoops. See more ideas on the next page.…

CANISTER LUXE CARPET CLEANER Two specified suction settings and 360° wheels make this posh Miele pick easy to use on ultra-plush carpet. Top-of-the-line investments, Miele vacs are well-made and always ace our tests. LAB LOWDOWN It was easy to adjust the head height during use by tapping the foot pedal. MIELE COMPLETE C3 SOFTCARPET POWERLINE SGFE0, $800, MIELEUSA.COM ROBOTIC AUTOMATIC ASSISTANT Sit back and let iRobot do the housework for you. Packed with new tech that ups the wow factor, this model has a built-in camera and sensors to map rooms, and when its battery runs low, it heads to the charger! LAB LOWDOWN In tests, it easily picked up sugar, oatmeal and more from carpet and bare floors. IROBOT ROOMBA 980, $900, IROBOT.COM UPRIGHT PET HAIR ZAPPER Great for cleaning up after…

WOOD WONDER Give your furniture some TLC with Weiman’s easy-to-use aerosol polish. The refreshing formula also contains UV protectants to help keep the sun’s rays from damaging the finish. LAB LOWDOWN In Lab tests, the polish went on smoothly and could be buffed away easily. It left surfaces shiny and protected, with none of the filmy residue that can attract dust. WEIMAN FURNITURE POLISH, $7 TOUGH SCRUBBER There’s virtually no spot Brillo’s innovative sponge can’t clean. Made of quick-drying but absorbent Estracell, it doesn’t retain the things that make other sponges stink, and the no-scratch scrubber side is safe even for nonstick cookware. LAB LOWDOWN The angled wedge design is comfortable to hold, and it easily cleaned crevices on our Lab stovetops, corners and around faucets and fixtures. BRILLO ESTRACELL NO…

TAGLIATELLE These long ribbons (the name means “cut pasta”) are the easiest shape to master for noodle novices. GNOCCHI In Italy, the base of these pillowy dumplings can range from potatoes to cornmeal, but we love this ricotta version for its extra tenderness. RAVIOLI Filled pastas, or tortelli, date to the Middle Ages in Italy, where they were commonly stuffed with cheeses, vegetables and spices. RIGATONI The name of this tube-shaped pasta means “lined,” and its ridges make it a go-to for holding on to heartier sauces like this ragu.…

While most 14-year-olds are watching TV or playing Xbox, Owen Pereira is sautéing up a storm. His only time for videos is when he’s watching YouTube clips on how to flambé or use a pressure cooker. All that time in the kitchen is paying off. The Maryland native is a finalist on Universal Kids’ Top Chef Junior, a culinary competition for young chefs ages 11 to 14 in which he's battling for the first-ever title and a $50,000 cash prize. If he wins, he hopes to open his own restaurant someday and become a Michelin-starred chef. One of Owen’s favorite things to make? A good braise. “Cooking something low and slow develops its depth of flavor — that’s why the dishes taste so good!” he says. Here, Owen shares his…

MEET THE GH EXPERTS RACHEL ROTHMAN CHIEF TECHNOLOGIST & HEAD ENGINEER GORDON GRAJEK CONSULTING TEST ENGINEER SELINA TEDESCO PRODUCT TESTING ANALYST ANNIE WHITE ASSISTANT BUYER’S GUIDE EDITOR, CAR AND DRIVER LAURIE JENNINGS GH INSTITUTE DIRECTOR & LEAD CONSUMER TESTER HOW WE TESTED After driving the year’s new vehicles on over 3,000 miles of test tracks and open roads, we rated cars on: ✓ Safety ✓ Value ✓ Handling ✓ Design/Comfort ✓ Technology SEDAN HONDA ACCORD WHY WE LOVE IT A winner for the second year, this car had a roomy interior, a large trunk and above-average standard safety features that our experts appreciated. STANDOUT FEATURES Its infotainment system is located a little higher on the dashboard than those of other cars we tested, which was especially helpful for navigation (offered…

@aprilfranzino ONE SHADE FITS ALL The GH beauty team partnered with makeup brand Au Naturale Cosmetics — which handcrafts all its shades and formulas in its U.S. lab — to create our very own custommade limited-edition lipstick for spring, GH Rose Glow. It’s a classic dusty rose updated with subtle golden iridescence that looks gorgeous with any outfit and makes lips appear full and youthful. LAB LOWDOWN Testers found the shade flattering on almost every skin tone, from fair to dark; buildable from a sheer finish to a rich hue; and comfortable on lips. The formula is PETA-certified cruelty-free and vegan, meaning it contains no animal products, including beeswax. AU NATURALE COSMETICS ETERNITY LIPSTICK IN GH ROSE GLOW, $25, AUNATURALECOSMETICS.COM Free Facials! No need to shell out serious cash for…

why it earned the GH Seal RoC’s Retinol Correxion Max Daily Hydration Crème impressed our Beauty Lab chemists with its powerful ingredients, proven effects and unbeatable value. 1 ALL-STAR FORMULA It’s packed with retinol, a potent ingredient that boosts skin’s collagen production to minimize fine lines, speeds up cell turnover to reduce dark spots, and helps unclog pores. 2 DO-IT-ALL PERFORMANCE Add this to your routine to target wrinkles and dark spots and hydrate. Start by applying every other night (retinol can be irritating at first), and always wear SPF 3 SEVEN-DAY IMPROVEMENT Need a quick skin refresh for a wedding or birthday? The cream left skin looking 32% smoother and more radiant after just one week of use. 4 LONG-TERM RESULTS After four weeks, people saw a further reduction…

AQUAPHOR BABY HEALING OINTMENT Gentle enough for babies, the balm ($16) soothes chapped, irritated skin and helps relieve diaper rash. PAMPERS SWADDLERS DIAPERS These aren’t heavy or bulky, and our Lab tests found that the diapers ($45) absorbed fluid quickly and held on to it when we applied pressure. PEG-PERÉGO SIESTA HIGHCHAIR This chair ($300) topped our Lab tests with tons of adjustable settings, easy-to-use safety features, one-touch braking and more. SLEEPEA Wrap up your newborn like a star with this foolproof swaddle ($24), an expert favorite that makes it super simple to keep baby safe and snug. UPPABABY VISTA STROLLER Cruise in style with this functional, durable stroller ($900). You can adjust it as baby grows and add on a rumble seat or a ride-along board for siblings.…

ANGER’S HIDDEN SIGNALS Sometimes your body alerts you that you’re feeling fury before you’re fully aware of it. Look for these signs: • Upset stomach • Clenched jaw • Teeth-grinding • Headaches • Spaciness/forgetfulness • Teariness • Dry mouth “HANGRY” EXPLAINED When we need to eat, we often want to bite someone’s head off too. That’s because when blood glucose drops, that triggers the release of cortisol and adrenaline to pull stored glucose into your bloodstream. Those hormones trigger anxious, upset or aggressive feelings. Bam — you’re not only starved but also majorly grumpy. PISSED OFF? PULL OVER DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE… OF ANGER Getting behind the wheel while furious (or sad or teary) ups your chance of crashing almost tenfold, even if you’re a terrific driver. Extra emotional demands…

Someone steals your parking spot and you clench your teeth: That’s an example of reactive anger, the primitive reaction to a perceived threat. Now meet reservoir anger, the kind you store up. Here’s how it works. Someone isn’t giving you what you need. FRUSTRATING! It happens enough that you stockpile this frustration, which builds and morphs into ANGER. This feeling gets to be too much and, like a teakettle, either you let off steam at the frustrating person (but without resolving the anger) or you swallow it. (That’s COVERT ANGER.) Reservoir anger causes its own set of problems: headaches, dizziness, shaking or sweating. And it puts you at increased risk of seeking other ways to feel better — like using alcohol or drugs to numb your emotions. Some reservoir anger…

GH HOME CARE LAB DIRECTOR Laundry Smarts DRYER SAFETY CHECK Just like a furnace, a clothes dryer needs maintenance to reduce fire risk. Cleaning the lint filter after every use is essential, and here’s what else to do. OUTDOORS Check your dryer exhaust vent every few months. Be sure the cover opens and closes freely and is clear of debris like mulch or leaves. Then remove as much lint as possible from inside the duct with a brush and/or vacuum. INDOORS At least once a year, pull your dryer away from the wall. Unplug it (be careful not to disturb any gas hookups) and remove the duct between the dryer and the wall. Vacuum or brush lint from the duct, the back of the dryer and wall duct. Try a…

GROUP KITCHEN GEAR BY HUE. Color coding lets you reap the benefits of open shelving (easy access) without the downside (visible clutter). GET THE LOOK | SMEG STAND MIXER IN CREAM, $460, AND 2-SLICE TOASTER IN PASTEL GREEN, $150, BOTH BEDBATH ANDBEYOND.COM. LACK FLOATING SHELF, $20, AND (UNPAINTED) DISHWARE, FROM $1, BOTH IKEA.COM. POP CONTAINERS, FROM $8, OXO.COM. LEW’S HARDWARE BRUSHED BRASS CABINET PULL, $11, LOWES.COM.…

PASTA PARTY! Classic Pasta Dough ACTIVE 10 MIN. SERVES 4 TO 6; MAKES 20 OZ 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting4 large eggs¾ tsp kosher salt 1. In food processor, combine flour, eggs and salt and process until shaggy pebble consistency. The dough should be soft and come together when squeezed, but not be sticky. If it’s sticky, add extra Tbsp flour and pulse. 2. Turn dough out onto clean work surface, gather into ball and knead to make a smooth dough, 2 to 3 min. (Dough will be somewhat firm; it will soften slightly once refrigerated.) Cover tightly with plastic wrap and let rest in refrigerator at least 30 min. 3. Lightly flour large baking sheet. Cut dough into 4 pieces, transfer to prepared baking sheet and…

TRIPLE TREAT Stash this genius luminizing lotion — with a nude lip and cheek tint tucked into its cap! — in your bag to get radiant on the fly. AERIN ROSE DAY LOTION & MULTI-COLOR, $55, AERIN.COM HOT CLEANSERS These face washes warm up as you suds for extra purifying — and a spa-like feel.LAB LOWDOWN A special mineral in the formulas releases gentle heat on contact with water. POSH PERFUME The iconic blue Tiffany box, bottled: this classic-chic cocktail of crisp mandarin, soft iris and warm musk. TIFFANY & CO. EAU DE PARFUM, $75, MACY’S GLOW STICK Rosy blush, golden bronzer and shimmery highlighter in one portable wand! Apply solo or blended on cheeks or lids. GUERLAIN MÉTÉORITES BABY GLOW TOUCH IN GOLDEN GLOW, $39, DEPARTMENT STORES SOFT SCRUB…

1 deep-clean. Clogged hair follicles can lead to an itchy, flaky scalp and also “stunt hair growth and affect its quality,” says Doris Day, M.D., a dermatologist in New York City. Swap a shampoo-conditioner set with the bacteria-fighting ingredient pyrithione zinc into your routine weekly to help eliminate debris and purify the scalp, promoting healthier growth. And yes, you do need the duo: “Using a regular conditioner with a scalptreatment shampoo could wash away up to 70% of the flake-fighting active ingredient,” says Rolanda Wilkerson, Ph.D., principal scientist at P&G Beauty. GH Beauty Lab pick: GH Seal stars Head & Shoulders Smooth & Silky Shampoo and Conditioner ($7 each, drugstores), which are proven to combat damage and smooth strands. 2 exfoliate. Styling products and dirt particles can build up on…

DO Fill Up on (Frozen) Berries NUTRITION Chomp these flash-frozen nutrition bombs — all year! To max the health benefits, aim for at least two cups over the course of a week. improved immunity One cup of berries provides up to 95% of your daily vitamin C plus other antioxidants, which can help ward off viruses during the winter months brain boosting Flavonoids have been linked to reducing risk of cognitive decline by enhancing circulation and brain cell signaling and helping protect brain cells from damage. weight control One cup of berries has only 85 calories at most and up to 9 grams of fiber, which helps keep you full while satisfying any sweets cravings. steady energy The fiber found in berries also helps slow down digestion and absorption in…

If you can let go of your irked feelings, your cortisol levels come back down. But if you often get angry, your cortisol levels can stay elevated. Eventually, this can dampen your body’s production of the hormone, meaning it can’t shoot up when it needs to. This can tax your body in several ways. WEAKER IMMUNITY Because that cortisol rise is needed for your immune system to fight off infection, your immune response slows, which can up your risk of disease. LETHARGY Chronic stress leads to a slowing of your metabolism, so you get sluggish and feel your memory fog up. WEIGHT GAIN That’s the slow metabolism again, and the added pounds can lead to a host of health problems.…

BEING TICKED OFF CAN HURT YOUR TICKER If anger is your constant companion, you’re more at risk for heart problems and stroke than calmer people are, as decades of research have shown. Especially bad for you is the explosive, throw-something kind of fury: You’re more than twice as likely to have a heart attack during the two hours following a blowup, because heart rate changes can translate into high blood pressure and clots. But suppressing feelings isn’t healthy either — that can spike your blood pressure. The goal is to discover a healthy route for expressing your emotions as well as ways to regularly find your Zen.…

FACTORS THAT MAY UP YOUR RISK ► Starting your period young or reaching menopause when you’re older. ► Having short cycles and/or a high level of estrogen. ► Having one or more close relatives (mom, aunt, sister) with endometriosis. THE SYMPTOMS ► Painful periods. ► Discomfort during sex. ► Bladder pain and/or painful urination. ► Blood in urine. ► Defecation issues that get worse around your period. ► Infertility. HOW IT’S DIAGNOSED After an MRI or ultrasound, you may be referred for a diagnostic laparoscopy that will look for lesions on the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowel and bladder. That is often followed by a biopsy. MANAGEMENT Birth control or other hormone treatment can help control symptoms. Pelvic floor therapy can strengthen pelvic muscles. In more severe cases, surgery can…