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The Best Pulse Oximeter for Home Use
by Ellen Lee
We’ve tested 10 fingertip pulse oximeters with people ages 2 to 78. If accuracy is your top priority, the Nonin Onyx Vantage 9590 is the one to get.
The Best Bathroom Scales
by Nancy Redd
Most scales under $50 have significant drawbacks, but the Wyze Scale X—which you can use without its app—has proved reliable over years of long-term testing.
People on TikTok Are Using Surgical Cleansers as Everyday Skin Care. Please Don’t.
by Rose Maura Lorre
No matter which kind you use, antibacterial cleansers are no better at killing germs than soap and water—plus, they can really screw up your skin. Here’s how.
The Best Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids and Other Hearing Solutions
by Lauren Dragan
No single over-the-counter hearing device is perfect for everyone, so we offer different recommendations for different priorities and budgets.
The Best Meditation Apps
by Caira Blackwell
After testing 19 meditation apps, we think Headspace best serves most people seeking a convenient way to practice mindfulness.
Most Self-Tanners Look Orange on My Pale Skin. This One Doesn’t.
by Hannah Frye
This self-tanner gives my pale skin a natural bronze with no orange undertone. It never stains my sheets, and the application process couldn’t be easier.
I Tried This Viral Overnight Face Mask. You Can Do Better.
by Hannah Frye
I tested the Biodance Bio-Collagen overnight mask, which promises hydration and dewy skin. The results? Less impressive than expected.
Supergoop’s Famed Unseen Sunscreen Doesn’t Work for My Dry Skin. But This One Does.
by Megan Beauchamp
This sunscreen is super hydrating, soaks into my sink, and is the perfect primer for the dewy, glazed-donut-skin look.
The Best Beard Trimmer
by Brent Butterworth
The Philips Norelco MG7750 offers the ideal combination of power, ease of use, and versatility, making it the best tool for most at-home beard groomers.
The Best Humidifier
by Thom Dunn and Tim Heffernan
A good humidifier can make indoor air more comfortable without constant maintenance.
I Spent a Small Fortune on Fancy Travel Containers and Regret Nothing
by Brittney Ho
Cadence Capsules for travel are a sturdy, modular, sleek alternative to cheap drugstore plastic bottles. Yes, they’re pricey, but they bring so much joy.
The Best Robes
by Jackie Reeve and Zoe Vanderweide
We found seven ultra-comfy women’s, men’s, and unisex robes in a wide variety of fabrics and styles.
This Hair-Removal Device Saved Me From a Year of Painful Bikini Waxes
by Maxine Builder
I saw results after eight sessions of zapping my body hair with the Braun Silk-Expert Pro 5, an intense pulsed light (IPL) device that prevents regrowth at home.
The Best Nail Clippers for Older Adults and People With Disabilities (That Are Also Great for Everyone)
by Nancy Redd
Anyone may find that adaptive nail clippers—marketed for older adults and people with disabilities—provide a better nail grooming experience.
Pro Athletes Love These Massage Boots. Do You Need Them Too?
by Katie Okamoto
Compression-massage boots can help speed up recovery time and improve circulation, but so can walking.
Breastfeeding Hurts. This Butter Helps.
by Brooklyn White
More conversations about postpartum nipples, please. This tiny tub of waxy goodness has gotten me through 11 months of nursing over the years.
After Half a Century of My Skipping Skin Care, This $9 Scrubber Finally Got Me Washing My Face
by Brent Butterworth
This inexpensive silicone scrubber is easy to use in the shower, and the gentle probing of its tiny fingers feels a bit like getting a facial.
I’ve Walked Thousands of Steps in These Cooling Shorts—and Never Gotten Chub Rub Once
by Samantha Schoech
How a magical, kind of ugly pair of undershorts forever cured my chub-rub woes.
The Best Men’s Razors (for Any Face)
by Dan Koeppel
Gillette’s tried-and-true Mach3 cartridge razor remains our favorite for everyday shaving—it provides the perfect balance of comfort, closeness, and durability.
This FDA-Cleared Video Game for ADHD Helped Me Focus. But Then I Got Bored.
by Thom Dunn
Can playing a video game help with ADHD? It sounds far-fetched, but this writer tried out a new video game designed to do just that. It worked … for a while.
The Best Electric Toothbrush
by Nancy Redd
We’ve tested 66 electric toothbrushes in hundreds of trials at the bathroom sink. The minimalist yet effective Oral-B Pro 1000 is our top pick.
The Best Tampons
by Nancy Redd
Most tampons are the same, but some stand out. Tampax Pearl and Pure are our favorites with applicators; O.B. Pro Comfort and Organic are the best without.
This Sunscreen Claims to Work Better When You Sweat. We’re Still Not Buying It.
by Katie Okamoto
Shiseido says that its Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion, a broad spectrum sunscreen, works better when you sweat. We decided to investigate.
The Best Sunscreen
by Nancy Redd
It takes a shot glass’s worth of sunscreen to adequately cover a body in a swimsuit. Look for broad spectrum SPF 30 or higher and a scent and feel you like.
The Best Sunscreens for Your Face
by Caira Blackwell
Sunscreen is personal, and the one you choose to slather on your face is even more so. Here are 10 options to suit different preferences and budgets.
I’ve Been Stink-Free for 10 Years Thanks to This Deodorant
by Alexander Aciman
Lavilin’s roll-on deodorant actually does what I thought was impossible: For 10 years, it’s kept me free of odor for 72 hours, even in peak summer.
The Best Drugstore Makeup, Skin Care, and Other Beauty Products
by Patricia Tortolani and Hannah Morrill
Luxe makeup, shockingly good hair care, and dermatologist-recommended skin salves: Our editors’ long-standing drugstore finds may revolutionize your beauty routine.
The Best Bath Bombs Are Lush Bath Bombs
by Nancy Redd
Bath bombs from Lush, whose co-founder invented the effervescent tub treats, are truly the bomb. We tried 15 less-expensive options, finding none could compete.
The Best Electric Toothbrush for Kids
by Nancy Redd
Kids don’t need an electric toothbrush to achieve good dental hygiene, though a smaller brush head and a built-in timer may help them brush better.
You’re Probably Not Cleaning Your Water Flosser As Often As You Should. Here’s How It’s Done.
by Elissa Sanci
We recommend cleaning your water flosser every one to three months to stave off mold and other buildup. Here’s how.
The Best Lip Balms
by Samantha Schoech
Our newly selected six favorite lip balms offer immediate softness, long-lasting hydration, and excellent value. (Your lips will say thanks.)
The Best Personal Lubricants
by Bianca Alba
There are far better lubes than those you most often see in stores. We’ve found the best water-based and other personal lubricants for vaginal and anal use.
How to Block Fireworks Noise for Adults, Kids, and Pets
by Rose Maura Lorre
Loud fireworks can be scary. Here’s how to keep yourself, your kids, and even your pets calm and stress-free.
Why I Douse My Whole Body With Cold Water Every Night
by Katie Okamoto
When it gets too hot, a pail by your shower can help you cool down—and even lift a heat-induced bad mood.
We Tested the Viral UNbrush on 4 Different Hair Types. It’s Actually a Great Detangler.
by Elissa Sanci
TikTokkers swear by the UNbrush, a square hairbrush that gently detangles hair. And after testing it out ourselves, we agree that it’s fantastic.
How a Sleek Little Hair Pin Transformed My Sad Mom Bun
by Hannah Morrill
A pretty loop of steel helped me get my hair groove back.