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How to Finally Find A Bra You Won’t Hate

Finding a bra that fits well can feel like an impossible combination of measurements, brands, cup sizes, and personal preferences. Even knowing your usual size doesn't gu

So, You Want to Start Composting

Before you dump your veggie peels and coffee grounds into the trash, consider the many reasons to compost. Keeping food waste out of landfills reduces greenhouse gas emis

The Best Bidet for Every Budget (Encore)

Using a bidet may seem a little intimidating to some, but to others it's a way of life.    In this episode, we’re reairing  a conversation with Wirecutter senior staff

The Best Time to Buy a Mattress (and How to Get a Deal)

Buying a mattress can often be a boring, expensive task. And the mattress industry doesn't make it easy: Prices are constantly changing, brands use confusing terminology,

Are You Using Conditioner All Wrong?

It’s easy to overlook the conditioner sitting in your shower. But the right conditioner can do so much for your hair, like add moisture and shine, reduce frizz, and make

Is Trader Joe’s Skin Care Actually Good?

Trader Joe's is beloved for its quirky snacks and frozen meals, but its beauty aisle has quietly become a hotspot for budget-friendly skincare and viral "dupes".    Thi

What an Eye Cream Can (and Can’t) Do

Whether you're trying to soften wrinkles, fade dark circles, or depuff tired morning eyes, a good eye cream can help. But you need to pick one that’s actually meant to ad

How to Clean the Air You Breathe (Encore)

This week, we’re re-airing a discussion about keeping your indoor air clean and healthy to breathe. Wirecutter senior writer Tim Heffernan walks us through how to reduce

How to Buy a Sofa You Won’t Regret

Whether you call it a sofa or a couch, it’s arguably the hardest-working piece of furniture in your home. And given the expense, shopping for one can often trigger decisi

The Gadget That Fixed My 8-Hour Screen Time Habit

If you've ever looked at your phone's screen-time report and wondered where the day went, you're not alone. Many people want to stop mindlessly scrolling, but find it cha

The End of Passwords

If you feel burnt out by endless passwords, security alerts, and authentication codes, you’re not alone. It can feel like the rules for staying safe online are constantly

How to Shop for Homeowner's Insurance

As climate change makes natural disasters more frequent and intense, preparing for emergencies is becoming more important. A vulnerability for many people is their home-o

Life After PFAS

You’ve probably seen “forever chemicals” make headlines in the past few years. This class of compounds known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have long been

Back-to-School Hacks from Wirecutter Parents

Technically, summer doesn’t end until September, but many kids go back to school as soon as early to mid August. In this episode, we’re celebrating the back-to-school sea

Life's Too Short for Bad Olive Oil (Encore)

This episode, senior kitchen writer Michael Sullivan demystifies all things olive oil. He shares how to navigate the overwhelming olive oil aisle, what “extra virgin” rea

The App That Transformed My Closet

Getting dressed every morning can feel like a chore. Maybe you own too many clothes but always wear the same five outfits, or maybe your closet is so crowded that you for

Find Your Perfect Shampoo

Walking down the shampoo aisle can feel overwhelming. There are formulas for curls, volume, moisture, color-treated hair, sensitive scalps, and everything in between—but

The Best Fake Tans for Every Skin Tone

If you grew up with self-tanners, you may remember them as an orange, streaky mess. Today's formulas have come a long way, delivering a natural, sun-kissed glow—as long a

The Light Switches That Changed My Life

Buildings generally aren’t designed for people with disabilities—and when your own home poses daily physical barriers, it can be incredibly frustrating. But smart home te

Lawn Games We Love, Beyond Cornhole

A soccer ball, a football, a tried-and-true set of cornhole are all classic go-to’s for a summer gathering. But there are a lot more outdoor games worth trying.  This ep