All posts by: Heather Muse

Back-to-school clothing: where to shop, plus tips and tricks

Family & Pets
By Heather Muse on September 1, 2011 in

Kids standing in a line, holding hands

Many kids dread this time of year; it is back-to-school and this means the return of homework and early mornings. The one silver lining: the annual wardrobe-update ritual of back-to-school shopping. But for parents, purchasing new clothing for the new year can become a burden. Read more

Should I eat that? The ins and outs of food product dating

Kitchen & Food
By Heather Muse on August 9, 2011 in

Woman reading milk labels

Forget the mental gymnastics required to figure out if the milk in the grocery store is going to go bad the minute we get it home -- and don't even get us started on how much harder this is when you can't remember what day it is! Here's a guide to what all those pesky "use by," "sell by" and "closed code" dates actually mean so that you can feel confident cooking with that perishable product that's possibly in the "use it or lose it" zone. Read more

Four ways to save on beauty products

Health & Beauty
By Heather Muse on July 12, 2011 in

Makeup falling out of a purse

Let's face it: we're all a little vain, and that's OK. What isn't: overspending on beauty products. Paying for shampoos, sunscreen and other items to keep you looking your best can add up. Here are a few tips and tricks that will keep you looking beautiful without breaking the bank. Read more

Sunscreen clothing: Does it actually work?

Health & Beauty
By Heather Muse on June 29, 2011 in

Men standing in the sun

As summer heats up, you're more likely to take clothes off, but some outfits may protect you from the sun's harmful rays just by putting them on. That's the idea behind sunscreen clothing, pieces made from fabrics that feature built-in sun protection. Read more

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