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  1. health
    The 9 Very Best SAD LampsEverything you need to know about buying a light-therapy lamp to treat seasonal affective disorder, a.k.a. SAD.
  2. grooming
    The 9 Very Best Electric Razors“Using electric razors can be so much better for the skin.”
  3. men’s apparel
    20 of the Very Best Men’s SocksFrom cozy cashmere to moisture-wicking merino.
  4. home
    The Very Best Plant Misters“No one wants to get carpal tunnel from spraying plants.”
  5. men’s activewear
    The Very Best Men’s Swim TrunksFlattering, comfortable, and quick-drying trunks you can wear both in and out of the water.
  6. grooming
    The Very Best Men’s RazorsSafety razors, cartridge razors, electric razors, and straight razors at every price point.
  7. bathroom
    The Best Shower Water Filters, According to ExpertsFrom easy-to-install in-line filters to all-in-one showerheads.
  8. dogs
    The Very Best Chew Toys and Treats for Teething PuppiesAll-natural, digestible, and virtually indestructible chew toys for all breeds of puppies.
  9. outdoor leisure
    The 9 Very Best Commuter BikesIncluding folding options and e-bikes.
  10. best in class
    The 4 Very Best Entry-Level TurntablesIncluding direct-drive, belt-drive, and Bluetooth-enabled options.
  11. bathroom
    The Foam Dispenser That Turns Ordinary Toilet Paper Into Flushable WipesWe tested out the Fohm automatic foam dispenser, which turns ordinary toilet paper into more ecofriendly, flushable wipes.
  12. grooming
    How to Take Care of a Bald Head, According to ExpertsThink of caring for a bald head as steps in a skin-care routine.
  13. air quality
    The Best Smart Air Conditioners, According to Home-Cooling ExpertsCool off with portable and window units, along with gadgets you can use to make most “dumb” ACs smart ones.
  14. recommended by experts
    The Best Coffee Makers, According to Baristas and RoastersWe talked to 14 coffee snobs about the automatic coffee makers they use at home.
  15. garden
    The Best Thing I Bought This Decade Is Haws’s Status Watering Can“It’s like religious garb but for watering plants.”
  16. electronics
    I Hate Most Mobile Photo Printers, But I Can’t Stop Using This OneWe tested out the Polaroid Lab, a new photo printer that projects digital photos from your phone onto film for truly analog prints of digital images.
  17. cyber monday 2019
    If You Buy One Thing Today, Make It This $22 Pothos (That’s in a Ceramic Pot)It’s great for adding a pop of green on shelves or desks that could use a little something.
  18. cleaning
    This Hospital-Grade Odor Eliminator Also Makes a Great Room SprayIt’s mostly sold on wholesale medical-supply websites.
  19. men’s apparel
    The Best Men’s Thermal Shirts, According to Stylists and Store OwnersEleven menswear experts, store owners, and stylists (including one who’s worked with Bradley Cooper) weigh in.
  20. men’s apparel
    Every Well-dressed Man I Know Seems to Own My Favorite Denim ShirtThe J.Crew denim shirt has a cult-like following (at least among guys who write for the Strategist).
  21. grooming
    Charles Laughton
    The Best Beard Combs, According to Grooming ExpertsFor taming and detangling longer beards, and for beard grooming on the go, experts say a good beard comb is your best bet.
  22. grooming
    The Best Beard Brushes, According to Grooming ExpertsA little brushing can make a big difference when it comes to beards.
  23. bath and body
    How to Get Rid of Razor Bumps, According to ExpertsBeyond growing a beard, there are face scrubs, aftershaves, spot treatments you can use, all of which the pros say are quite effective.
  24. dental care
    Everything You Need to Treat a Canker Sore, According to DentistsDentists told us the best ways to heal those painful canker sores, along with some tips to avoid getting them in the first place.
  25. outdoor leisure
    Ready for spear fishing in the water at Camp Cove are (L to R) Stephen Gore (14) Ian Wells (16) and Terry Cummins (19) all of Glebe and members of The White Pointer Sub Aqua Club of Leichhardt.They were competing in a combined club spear fishing competiti
    The Best Snorkels and Snorkel Masks, According to Snorkeling InstructorsAll of it is a big (but surprisingly affordable) upgrade from those plastic sets you buy near the beach.
  26. decor
    29 Plants for Every Type of PersonIncluding one for the person who has killed every other plant they’ve owned.
  27. testing testing
    This ‘Tailored’ Grooming Kit Helped Me Conquer My Paralyzing Fear of CologneI skeptically tested — and surprisingly loved — Hawthorne’s full line of cologne, deodorant, and body wash.
  28. this thing’s incredible
    The Savory, Slightly Smoky Black Cocoa Powder That Makes My Cookies IrresistibleIt’s like some sort of cocoa umami.
  29. prime day 2019
    36 Things to Buy on Prime Day That Would Make Actually Great Holiday GiftsBeat the Black Friday rush…four months in advance.
  30. prime day 2019
    Buy These (Not Noise-Canceling) Bose Bluetooth Headphones Before Prime Day EndsThese Bose Bluetooth headphones are 30 percent off for Prime Day.
  31. grooming
    Portrait On A Water Taxi II
    Everything I Use to Keep My Beard Perfectly GroomedIf you have more than stubble, you need more than a beard trimmer.
  32. food
    3 Chefs on the Food Scissors (Some) People Can’t Help Stealing“I know Carbone uses really nice ones for the mozzarella, but the waiter uses it and walks away, they don’t need to worry about it getting stolen.”
  33. home
    What’s the Next Status Plant (That Isn’t a Fiddle-leaf Fig)?“The next big tree is Ficus Audrey, 100 percent.”
  34. skin-care
    The Best Hand-Care Secrets, According to Professional Hand ModelsEverything from Neutrogena to Chanel to more “experimental” treatments like emu oil and soursop serum.
  35. everything guide
    The Everything Guide to RainThe $5 umbrellas, shtreimel covers, and block-long stretches of scaffolding in the Financial District keeping New Yorkers dry.
  36. men’s fashion
    The Best Yoga Clothes for Men, According to ExpertsWe asked a bunch of male yogis about their favorite gear.
  37. home
    Everything You Need to Not Kill Your Orchid, According to ExpertsForget everything you’ve heard about ice cubes.
  38. this thing’s incredible
    I Have Been Buying These Sheepskin Slippers for More Than 15 Years“If I’m in my apartment, I’m wearing these goofy-looking, plush, chunky, and undeniably Ugg–adjacent sheepskin slippers.”
  39. year in review
    The Best Thing I Bought This Year Was a (Now 4-Foot) Fiddle-Leaf Fig From AmazonThe fiddle-leaf fig might be the avocado toast of house plants, but still, there’s no denying its charm.
  40. gifts
    27 Best Gifts for Boyfriends and Husbands, According to Boyfriends and Husbands“I remember one time someone got me a bunch of these wool socks — like six pairs — and it was the best winter ever.”
  41. cyber monday
    If You Buy One Thing Today, Make It These Red Wing BootsRed Wing boots are basically impossible to find on sale, but we found “factory seconds” that are over 40 percent off.
  42. office
    The Best Low-Light Plants for Office Cubicles, According to ExpertsWe spoke with horticulturalists and plant experts to find six low-light plants that can survive in the extreme environment of office cubicles.
  43. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Insomniacs, According to an InsomniacInsomniacs don’t want melatonin; the best gifts to give insomniacs are things like silk sleep masks, essential-oil diffusers, and weighted blankets.
  44. garden
    Why Are Gardeners So Crazy About the Haws Watering Can?It’s made of copper, over a century old, and pours water from a brass “rose.”
  45. clothing
    The Down Detergent That Made My 4-Year-Old Puffer Look Brand NewMy Patagonia down puffer was almost out of commission until I discovered this special down detergent.
  46. hobby and craft
    The Lamy Safari Is a Fountain Pen for DummiesThe German pen makes my handwriting look expressive and intentional.