Health and fitness

Create a bug-free bubble outdoors with these spatial insect repellents.

Microplastics may contribute to heart disease, lung disorders, and other health problems. Use these 12 tips to reduce your exposure.

Get cleaner air in a range of room sizes with air purifiers we’ve tested and measured firsthand.

From carry-ons to checked bags to buying on-site, we have some tips for making sure you are fully stocked with sunscreen on vacation.

All of the sleep headphones we tested fell short in some way, but we still have three recommendations for different uses and budgets.

Although toothpaste tablets weren’t the eco-friendly game changer we were hoping for, Bite Toothpaste Bits were by far the best of three that we tested.

After more than 70 hours of research and tests of 42 hair dryers, we’ve found that many perform similarly, but the Rusk W8less is the one we recommend first.

One peek in a drugstore aisle yields a dizzying array of mascara. Our five favorites add length, volume, or oomph, but no clumps or smudges.

If you want to repair your bike at home, a sturdy, easy-to-use stand helps. After testing 12 stands, we recommend the Feedback Sports Sport Mechanic Bike Repair Stand.

Smart-home devices can make it easier, safer, and more comfortable to age at home. They’re also great tools for caregivers who want to stay in touch.

Our repellent recommendations are EPA approved, backed by experts, and tested by us.

Thrive Bodyshield SPF 50 is our favorite reef-safe sunscreen. It’s also a great option for anyone who prefers sunscreens without chemical UV filters.

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.

Even though they’re everywhere on TikTok, you still shouldn’t stick ear cameras into your ear. Use them to hunt for Lego Minifigures instead.

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.

SimpleLab’s Tap Score Advanced City Water Test offers comprehensive analysis of your drinking water with easy-to-read results.

Davids toothpaste doesn’t irritate my gums, comes in a neat recyclable tube, and fights cavities with a promising fluoride alternative, nano-hydroxyapatite.

Across 10 years of testing, we’ve found that Braun foil shavers are the best for most faces. The Series 8 models shave closely and are easy to maintain.