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About Fleas and Ticks Many people make the mistake of thinking fleas and ticks are in the same family. Fleas are insects while ticks are arachnids, more closely related to spiders. Fleas are noticeably smaller than ticks, but both can be difficult to spot on the skin. Unlike ticks, fleas are known to cause home infestations. Both pests feed on blood and cause an irritating bite that leaves behind a red mark on the skin....

We’re breaking through gift-shopping overwhelm with these 30 Nordstrom beauty options currently on sale. We have just the thing for your holiday host or beauty enthusiast best friend. From carefully tailored sets to splurge-worthy tools that will earn a nod of approval from even the hardest-to-shop-for people on your list, we found the best budget-friendly gift ideas you’ll want to keep for yourself. The Best Nordstrom Beauty Gifts $15 and Under: A little beauty pick-me-up doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg....

Whether you’re looking to wind down, spend time with loved ones, get creative, or do a little bit of everything, we’ve gathered the best primary bedroom ideas, from traditional to trendy. Find design ideas for small bedrooms, large ensuite bedrooms, and rental spaces alike. Browse these decorating ideas to give your primary bedroom a well-deserved makeover. What We Love: Floor-to-ceiling shades of pink make the room not only appear taller but also keep the focus on the patterned headboard....

If you want to trade the traditional red and green for a dramatic touch of glamor this year, try an artificial black Christmas tree. Black is a neutral color which gives the tree ultimate versatility. “It’s an incredible backdrop to set off glass, feathers, metals, and twinkling lights,” Funk suggests. It’ll look stunning dressed in an array of colorful baubles and holiday string lights for a modern, glam-style Christmas, but it also makes the perfect canvas for buffalo check ribbons and neutral ornaments that give a cozy farmhouse Christmas look....

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From easy crafts for kids to ornate DIYs for adults, our collection of artsy inspiration will help you fill your home with holiday decor while filling a few happy hours with glitter and kraft paper. Between picking out Christmas gifts and baking Christmas cookies, a little crafting and creativity can help your holiday season feel even more merry and bright. RibbonScissorsRetro bell-shaped ornaments (or any old ornaments) Craft knifePaper towel rollGreen paintPaintbrushGlueRed pom poms (sparkly pom-poms optional)String or twineScissors...

Since the new year is a fresh start for many of us, it’s also the perfect time to leave behind beauty practices that just simply aren’t good for you. And if you’re not going to take it from me, take a cue from the experts. We asked the skin, hair, and makeup pros which trends they wished would stay behind in 2022. A licensed skincare professional is trained in how to deliver safe and effective peels based on multiple factors surrounding the client’s skin and overall health, and have a clear understanding of what ingredients and technique will deliver the best results....

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After its invention in France, neon signage landed on U.S. soil in the 1920s, initially providing showy outdoor advertising for car dealerships before it was adopted by a range of other businesses. Throughout the following decades, elaborate neon displays lit up big cities and small towns all across the country, welcoming customers toward diners, bars, roadside motels, and other establishments. Neon signs originally used gases like neon and argon to produce their vivid glow and often contained harmful metals like lead and mercury....

Whatever the cause, it’s important to gently tend to your strands and scalp, nourish your body, and avoid mistakes that can make matters worse. We asked hair pros to share some of the most common no-no’s people make with thinning hair, and some of them might really surprise you. “Less is more when it comes to hair products for thinning hair,” says Dhaval G. Bhanusali, M.D., board-certified dermatologist and founder of Skin Medicinals....

Not sure which factors may be sabotaging your sleep, and which you can keep without losing Zs? López-Yianilos recommends eliminating all of these sleep-eroding habits to start, then slowly reintroduce one-by-one any habits that you feel you can’t live without. By adding back one habit at a time, you’ll be able to determine if that behavior is harming your sleep or not. And remember, proper sleep fitness and hygiene takes training and practice, so don’t worry if you take a misstep every now and then....

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Do you love your traditional Christmas dinner but want to try a delicious new menu? Skip the ham or move it to a Christmas Eve meal and experiment with a few new ideas for Christmas Day. You may get some resistance, but with these delicious dishes, the push-back won’t last long. If some family members are on tight budgets, try making a game out of exchanging gifts and filling stockings....

When selecting your seating options, pillows, and other forms of outdoor decor, remember to keep the weather in mind. You’ll want to choose furnishings with attractive finishes that will hold up in the elements. Don’t be afraid to mix prints and patterns when it comes to decorating, too. A good rule of thumb to remember is the more your outdoor space feels like your style (rather than the taste of someone else), the more likely you are to use it....

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