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This Easy Recipe for DIY 'Poop Spray' Refreshes Your Bathroom With Just 5 Ingredients
October 27, 2021
This Easy Recipe for DIY 'Poop Spray' Refreshes Your Bathroom With Just 5 Ingredients
Let's dive directly into a sh*tty topic: Do you live with someone who regularly stinks…
By Rebecca Norris
7 Best Poop Sprays To Discreetly Banish Odor From Your Bathroom
October 14, 2021
7 Best Poop Sprays To Discreetly Banish Odor From Your Bathroom
Everybody poops. Poop stinks. Yet we're still embarrassed by a funked up bathroom. While there's…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Bleach, Lysol, and Other Disinfectants *Do* Expire and Much Quicker Than You May Think
October 10, 2021
Bleach, Lysol, and Other Disinfectants *Do* Expire and Much Quicker Than You May Think
Perhaps unsurprisingly, when American consumers came together to pick the USA Products of the Year for…
By Elsie Yang
One of the Most Successful Shark Tank Products Is This Sponge That Cuts Down Dish-Washing Time in Half
September 22, 2021
One of the Most Successful Shark Tank Products Is This Sponge That Cuts Down Dish-Washing Time in Half
Would it be presumptuous of me to tell you: "You're washing your dishes all wrong"?…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
How To Make Your Home Unwelcoming to Insects, According to Entomologists
September 09, 2021
How To Make Your Home Unwelcoming to Insects, According to Entomologists
Twice per year, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) releases a Bug Barometer forecast, projecting…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Does Anyone Know What’s *Actually* in Floor Cleaner? This Cleaning Expert Tells All
September 07, 2021
Does Anyone Know What’s *Actually* in Floor Cleaner? This Cleaning Expert Tells All
If you're keeping tabs on the glow-boosting ingredients in your skin-care products or the nourishing…
By Well+Good Editors
I Switched Over to Wool Dryer Balls To Make Laundry Day More Earth-Friendly—These Are My Favorite
August 21, 2021
I Switched Over to Wool Dryer Balls To Make Laundry Day More Earth-Friendly—These Are My Favorite
One of my personal goals this year has been to majorly overhaul how I clean…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Your Sponge Is 200,000 Times Filthier Than a Toilet Seat—Here's What To Use Instead
August 19, 2021
Your Sponge Is 200,000 Times Filthier Than a Toilet Seat—Here's What To Use Instead
Sponges are disgusting. I've never once met a sponge that didn't stink after a single…
By Zoe Weiner
Why You Should Buff Your Bathroom Mirror With Shaving Cream
August 13, 2021
Why You Should Buff Your Bathroom Mirror With Shaving Cream
Buffing your bathroom mirror with shaving cream prevents it from getting foggy. Weird, right? While…
By Rebecca Norris
7 Beauty Products That Are Secretly Clogging Your Drains
August 06, 2021
7 Beauty Products That Are Secretly Clogging Your Drains
The most-relaxing bath of my life was also the most infuriating. I spent two hours…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Unclog Your Shower Drain, According to a Plumber With 46 Years of Experience
July 27, 2021
How To Unclog Your Shower Drain, According to a Plumber With 46 Years of Experience
Are you standing in two inches of water every time you take a shower? You…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm an Olfactory Scientist, and This Is How To Know if You've Gone Nose-Blind to Odors in Your Home'
July 26, 2021
'I'm an Olfactory Scientist, and This Is How To Know if You've Gone Nose-Blind to Odors in Your Home'
In shape-shifting our homes into offices, schools, gyms, day-care centers, and more since the onset…
By Erica Sloan
This $40 Gadget Has Over 19,000 5-Star Reviews and Will Help With Your Annoying Gnat Problem
July 20, 2021
This $40 Gadget Has Over 19,000 5-Star Reviews and Will Help With Your Annoying Gnat Problem
No matter how well-sealed your home is, tiny flying pests always find their way in.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
12 Dish Towels To Help You Finally Ditch Paper Towels for Good
July 16, 2021
12 Dish Towels To Help You Finally Ditch Paper Towels for Good
Giving up paper towels isn't as hard as you think. Once they're gone for good,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why You Should Always Clean Your Cutting Board With a Lemon
July 12, 2021
Why You Should Always Clean Your Cutting Board With a Lemon
Your wooden cutting board is a beautiful yet functional surface for chopping, dicing, carving, and…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Clean Your Reusable Straw (Because Real Talk, It’s Filled With Bacteria)
July 08, 2021
How To Clean Your Reusable Straw (Because Real Talk, It’s Filled With Bacteria)
Single-use, non-biodegradable, and decidedly bad for marine life (among other constituents of our natural world),…
By Elsie Yang
4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Indoor Air Quality as the Temperature Rises
June 30, 2021
4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Indoor Air Quality as the Temperature Rises
Cooling the air inside your home isn't the only thing you should consider this summer.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With an Onion
June 24, 2021
Why You Should Always Clean Your Grill With an Onion
The food hack you're sure to use over and over again this summer is cleaning…
By Francesca Krempa
Dyson's Most Powerful Cordless Vacuum Features a Dirt-Detecting Laser
June 23, 2021
Dyson's Most Powerful Cordless Vacuum Features a Dirt-Detecting Laser
The coolest feature of my grandmother's old vacuum is that it has headlights to illuminate…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Bundle of 'Miracle' Pink Stuff Will Help You Clean *Every* Surface in Your Home
June 21, 2021
This Bundle of 'Miracle' Pink Stuff Will Help You Clean *Every* Surface in Your Home
On the list of things that make me feel put-together even while life is generally…
By Erica Sloan
12 Products That Actually Work To Clean Your Stubborn Pots and Pans, According to a Professional Chef
June 16, 2021
12 Products That Actually Work To Clean Your Stubborn Pots and Pans, According to a Professional Chef
Using the same product to clean all your pots and pans isn't a great idea.…
By Francesca Krempa
The New Dyson Micro Is the Easiest Vacuum To Maneuver—But the Best Part Is the Price
June 14, 2021
The New Dyson Micro Is the Easiest Vacuum To Maneuver—But the Best Part Is the Price
Vacuuming itself isn't the worst, but what happens before and after is a total drag.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
You’ve Probably Fallen for These 5 Cleaning Myths, According to Behavior Research
May 14, 2021
You’ve Probably Fallen for These 5 Cleaning Myths, According to Behavior Research
Our homes are our sanctuaries—and, ahem, in some instances offices, gyms, and classrooms—now more than…
By Well+Good Editors
It's Time To Cool It With the Disinfectant—Soapy Water Is Enough To Clean Your Home
May 07, 2021
It's Time To Cool It With the Disinfectant—Soapy Water Is Enough To Clean Your Home
This time last year, stores couldn't keep disinfectants on the shelves as Americans did everything…
By Kara Jillian Brown
A Laundry Pro Explains the Difference Between Fabric Softener, Fabric Conditioner, and Dryer Sheets
May 04, 2021
A Laundry Pro Explains the Difference Between Fabric Softener, Fabric Conditioner, and Dryer Sheets
Laundry is about more than keeping your clothes clean. Done the right way, it extends…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Drop the Mop—You're Destroying Your Beautiful Hardwood Floors
May 03, 2021
Drop the Mop—You're Destroying Your Beautiful Hardwood Floors
This past year has pushed some of us into cleaning overdrive. But if you find…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Keep a Natural Sea Sponge Clean for Happy Skin, According to a Germ Expert
April 28, 2021
How To Keep a Natural Sea Sponge Clean for Happy Skin, According to a Germ Expert
If you're new to using a natural sea sponge, you may not know that they…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Moving? Here's Your Guide To Deep Cleaning Your New Digs
April 20, 2021
Moving? Here's Your Guide To Deep Cleaning Your New Digs
When moving into a new home, the most important step begins before you start putting…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These Are the Signs That You're Cleaning 'Too Much' and It's Time To Give Yourself a Break
April 15, 2021
These Are the Signs That You're Cleaning 'Too Much' and It's Time To Give Yourself a Break
It's easy to let messes get out of control. When you're spending more time at…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Clean Your Washing Machine—Because It's Not Going To Clean Itself
April 09, 2021
How To Clean Your Washing Machine—Because It's Not Going To Clean Itself
Hate to say it, but you've got one more addition your spring cleaning list. Just…
By Kara Jillian Brown
True Story: Deep Cleaning Wasn't My Thing, But Now I Love It—These 3 Expert Tips Changed My Mindset
April 09, 2021
True Story: Deep Cleaning Wasn't My Thing, But Now I Love It—These 3 Expert Tips Changed My Mindset
Growing up, Sundays were dedicated to cleaning, which really meant I half-heartedly "cleaned" (emphasis on…
By Alex Taylor
5 Reasons Your Dishwasher Isn’t Actually Washing Your Dishes Properly
April 05, 2021
5 Reasons Your Dishwasher Isn’t Actually Washing Your Dishes Properly
The point of a dishwasher is to wash the dishes. Most machines take all the…
By Kara Jillian Brown
3 Spring Cleaning Mistakes You're Making (and What To Do Instead), According to the Pros
April 02, 2021
3 Spring Cleaning Mistakes You're Making (and What To Do Instead), According to the Pros
Even if you live in a state of disarray (or maybe especially if you live in a state…
By Mary Grace Garis
Light Up Your Workspace With the Adjustable, Sanitizing Desk Lamp That Charges Your Phone
March 30, 2021
Light Up Your Workspace With the Adjustable, Sanitizing Desk Lamp That Charges Your Phone
If the pandemic has taught us anything about home efficiency, it's the importance of spaces…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Not To Start a Fight, But This Is the Correct Water Temperature for Your Washing Machine
March 29, 2021
Not To Start a Fight, But This Is the Correct Water Temperature for Your Washing Machine
Not unlike loading the dishwasher, washing machine temperature is a controversial topic. Some people exclusively…
By Kara Jillian Brown
OK TMI: How Gross Is It That I Don't Wash My Sheets After Sex?
March 29, 2021
OK TMI: How Gross Is It That I Don't Wash My Sheets After Sex?
It makes sense, theoretically, why someone wouldn't change their sheets after having sex. After a…
By Mary Grace Garis
This Self-Cleaning Water Bottle Keeps My Water—And Itself—Cool, Clean, and Fresh
March 27, 2021
This Self-Cleaning Water Bottle Keeps My Water—And Itself—Cool, Clean, and Fresh
When I'm home, I drink water out of a quart-sized mason jar. And when it's…
By Kara Jillian Brown
4 Spots in Your Home Where Bacteria May Be Hiding—And How a Cleaning Expert Tackles Them
March 24, 2021
4 Spots in Your Home Where Bacteria May Be Hiding—And How a Cleaning Expert Tackles Them
Washing your hands more frequently? Sure. Wiping down your counters regularly? Check. Cleaning up messes…
By Well+Good Editors
This $20 Kit Has Everything You Need To Clean Your Cast-Iron Cookware With Ease
March 11, 2021
This $20 Kit Has Everything You Need To Clean Your Cast-Iron Cookware With Ease
While cleaning cast-iron cookware isn't rocket science, it's not self-explanatory, either. Should you use soap?…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I’m a Cleaning Scientist, and Here’s Why You Should Be Using Paper Towels
March 09, 2021
I’m a Cleaning Scientist, and Here’s Why You Should Be Using Paper Towels
Let's play a guessing game: What do you think is one of the dirtiest objects…
By Well+Good Editors
I Tried the Fancy $800 Dyson Vacuum That the Internet Loves—Here Are My Honest Thoughts
March 05, 2021
I Tried the Fancy $800 Dyson Vacuum That the Internet Loves—Here Are My Honest Thoughts
If the sign of being an adult is getting excited about cleaning products, consider me…
By Zoe Weiner
Your Mattress Is Filthy—Here’s How To Clean and Deodorize It
March 02, 2021
Your Mattress Is Filthy—Here’s How To Clean and Deodorize It
There’s nothing quite like slipping under the sheets after an exhaustingly long day. But did…
By Rebecca Norris
Here's Exactly How Dirty Your Food-Prep Space Is—And What to Do About It
March 01, 2021
Here's Exactly How Dirty Your Food-Prep Space Is—And What to Do About It
Would you ever prep your dinner on the kitchen floor?  That was a rhetorical question…
By Well+Good Editors
8 Hand Sanitizers That Smell So Good They Rival Perfume
February 18, 2021
8 Hand Sanitizers That Smell So Good They Rival Perfume
Among the weird changes that came with the pandemic is a crop of luxe hand…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Sponge Cloths Are the Swedish Dish-Towel-Sponge Hybrids You Didn't Realize You Needed
February 12, 2021
Sponge Cloths Are the Swedish Dish-Towel-Sponge Hybrids You Didn't Realize You Needed
The first time I saw a sponge cloth I was incredibly confused. The material was…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Your Dish Drying Mat Is *Loaded* With Bacteria—Here’s Why You Should Use Diatomaceous Earth Products, According to a Microbiologist
January 29, 2021
Your Dish Drying Mat Is *Loaded* With Bacteria—Here’s Why You Should Use Diatomaceous Earth Products, According to a Microbiologist
Not unlike your bacteria-covered bath mat, your dish drying mat is totally gross. It's true.…
By Tehrene Firman
6 Mistakes You're Making When Cleaning Your Coffee Machine That Affect the Quality of Your Joe
December 29, 2020
6 Mistakes You're Making When Cleaning Your Coffee Machine That Affect the Quality of Your Joe
A morning is not a morning without a cup of coffee. But while you might…
By Isadora Baum
'I'm a Microbiologist, and Your Bath Mat Is Gross—Here's What To Replace It With'
December 24, 2020
'I'm a Microbiologist, and Your Bath Mat Is Gross—Here's What To Replace It With'
Bath mats are gross. "They've been recognized as a hotspot for microbial contamination in the…
By Tehrene Firman
Here's Exactly How To Get Pesky Olive Oil Stains Out of Clothes, According to a Cleaning Expert
December 16, 2020
Here's Exactly How To Get Pesky Olive Oil Stains Out of Clothes, According to a Cleaning Expert
It happened while I was playing a dangerous game of carrying a plate of salad,…
By Emily Laurence
6 Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products With Reusable Glass Bottles
December 06, 2020
6 Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products With Reusable Glass Bottles
As someone who cleans to relieve stress, I find so much pleasure in using pretty…
By Kara Jillian Brown
A Home Detox Expert 'Audited' My Place—And These Are the Changes I Made
November 29, 2020
A Home Detox Expert 'Audited' My Place—And These Are the Changes I Made
As the descendant of a long line of fastidiously tidy Germans, I grew up believing…
By Annie Tomlin
The Only Cleaning Schedule You'll Ever Need for a Spiffy Space All 365 Days of the Year
November 25, 2020
The Only Cleaning Schedule You'll Ever Need for a Spiffy Space All 365 Days of the Year
If your house-cleaning strategy involves waiting until things are dire—and I mean, dire—to break out…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Wash Your Comforter Properly—Because You're Not Doing It Often Enough, and You Know It
November 22, 2020
How To Wash Your Comforter Properly—Because You're Not Doing It Often Enough, and You Know It
So, I don't wash my comforter nearly as much as I should. I don't have…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Hand Wash Clothes in 6 Easy, Stress-Free Steps
November 17, 2020
How To Hand Wash Clothes in 6 Easy, Stress-Free Steps
To get real about my stance on clothing care, the second I see "hand wash…
By Mary Grace Garis
The Definitive 4-Step Guide To Banishing Stubborn Pit Stains for Good
November 12, 2020
The Definitive 4-Step Guide To Banishing Stubborn Pit Stains for Good
Nothing ruins your favorite white T-shirt quicker than a pit stain. Even wine seems to…
By Tehrene Firman
The 'Rolls Royce of Robot Vacuums' Is $250 Off Right Now
November 09, 2020
The 'Rolls Royce of Robot Vacuums' Is $250 Off Right Now
A robot vacuum feels like the epitome of luxury. Robot mops? Even better. If you're…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why Stress Cleaning Your Home Right Now Feels *So* Good
November 06, 2020
Why Stress Cleaning Your Home Right Now Feels *So* Good
This election has been a nightmare for our cortisol levels and a blessing for our…
By Mary Grace Garis
This Is *Exactly* How Often You Should Wash Your Sheets This Winter
November 05, 2020
This Is *Exactly* How Often You Should Wash Your Sheets This Winter
IMHO, cocooning yourself under your coziest blanket is the ultimate form of self care—particularly this…
By Emily Laurence
The Secretly Filthy Spot in Your Kitchen That You’re Forgetting To Clean
October 19, 2020
The Secretly Filthy Spot in Your Kitchen That You’re Forgetting To Clean
Even the tidiest people forget to clean under the stove top (especially if they don't…
By Tehrene Firman
'Laundry Stripping' Is the Oddly Satisfying Way To Get It Cleaner Than Ever Before
October 02, 2020
'Laundry Stripping' Is the Oddly Satisfying Way To Get It Cleaner Than Ever Before
When you run something through the washing machine, you expect it to be clean by…
By Tehrene Firman
How To Extend the Longevity of Your Wardrobe
September 29, 2020
How To Extend the Longevity of Your Wardrobe
Yesterday I took last season's fluffy white coat to the dry cleaner for a shoulder…
By Mary Grace Garis
8 Smelly Kitchen Spots You're Definitely Forgetting To Clean
September 29, 2020
8 Smelly Kitchen Spots You're Definitely Forgetting To Clean
Dig a little deeper when you're cleaning your kitchen and you might find that you've…
By Tehrene Firman
The Powerful Combination of '15-Minute Wins' and the One-Box Method for Your Cleanest Home Yet
September 21, 2020
The Powerful Combination of '15-Minute Wins' and the One-Box Method for Your Cleanest Home Yet
The hardest part of organizing is figuring out where to start. There always seems to…
By Kara Jillian Brown
My Shower Is Moldy—Am I Doomed? Here's How To Clean It Up
September 20, 2020
My Shower Is Moldy—Am I Doomed? Here's How To Clean It Up
Spotting mold in your shower feels like a disaster, but it happens—especially if your bathroom…
By Tehrene Firman
There's Another Paper Towel Shortage—Here Are 6 Reusable Alternatives and How To Clean Them
September 14, 2020
There's Another Paper Towel Shortage—Here Are 6 Reusable Alternatives and How To Clean Them
Seven months into the pandemic and there's still a paper towel shortage. A combination of…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Sleek Self-Emptying Stick Vacuum Is $280 Off Right Now
September 13, 2020
This Sleek Self-Emptying Stick Vacuum Is $280 Off Right Now
Cordless stick vacuums are lightweight, incredibly convenient, and easy to hide out of sight. But,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Easiest Way To Dry Clean at Home, According to People Who Do It All the Time
September 09, 2020
The Easiest Way To Dry Clean at Home, According to People Who Do It All the Time
Spotting a dry-clean only tag on an item of clothing is kind of the worst.…
By Tehrene Firman
This Bestselling Dyson Vacuum Is 38% Off Right Now
August 26, 2020
This Bestselling Dyson Vacuum Is 38% Off Right Now
Before expanding its offerings to high-tech hair dryers and the best air purifiers money can…
By Tehrene Firman
An Easy 7-Step Guide to Cleaning Your Favorite Kitchen Appliances
August 12, 2020
An Easy 7-Step Guide to Cleaning Your Favorite Kitchen Appliances
Okay, so maybe I'm just lazy, but I can't tell you how many times I…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Clorox Wipe Shortage Will Last Through 2021—Try These Eco-Friendly Alternatives
August 05, 2020
The Clorox Wipe Shortage Will Last Through 2021—Try These Eco-Friendly Alternatives
Now that hand sanitizer and face masks are more easily accessible—two things that were nearly…
By Tehrene Firman
Here's How To Effectively Clean Your Face Mask If You Can't Get in a Laundry Load
August 05, 2020
Here's How To Effectively Clean Your Face Mask If You Can't Get in a Laundry Load
While throwing your face masks in the washer is a great way to disinfect them,…
By Tehrene Firman
Handwashing Habits Tripled With the Pandemic—And These Are the 9 Best Hand Soaps for Everyday Use
August 04, 2020
Handwashing Habits Tripled With the Pandemic—And These Are the 9 Best Hand Soaps for Everyday Use
Even months after the global pandemic hit and focus first shifted to handwashing habits, those…
By Tehrene Firman
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