We set out to find the best entryway tables for all types of decor styles and spaces, ultimately choosing our picks based on design, material, and size. Our top pick is the Henn & Hart Console Table for its stylish yet versatile design, strong materials, and geometric shelf, which gives way for more storage opportunities. Read on to learn more about our top picks and how to find the best entryway table for your home....

“Gardening gloves are essential,” says Karen Funkenbusch, extension specialist with the University of Missouri Extension. “I suggest wearing gloves for most garden-related activities. They can help you avoid scrapes, pricks from thorns, splinters, blisters, cuts from garden tools or equipment, and any potentially harmful substances that you may be using in your garden.” Of course, not all garden gloves are created equal. Some are ideal for weeding and planting, while others are great for heavy-duty tasks....

“Headboards make the bed,” says interior designer Isabel Ladd. “They define the bed, give importance to a space, and add interest to a wall.” To find the best headboards, we thoroughly researched the market and analyzed aesthetic factors like style and material, as well as practical details like assembly and adjustability. We also asked Ladd to share her best tips for selecting a headboard for your bedroom. Our top pick is Pottery Barn’s Elliot Square Upholstered Headboard because it has a classic silhouette and comes in 33 different upholstery options to fit any bedroom’s style....

To find the best warm tights, we spent hours researching the options on the market, assessing them for material, thickness, and style. We also took factors such as size range and color options into account. For expert advice, we received tips from López on how to shop for, style, and properly care for tights. Our best overall pick is Commando’s Eclipse Opaque Matte Tights. They’re thick, stretchy, and cozy—and since they’re unlined, they’re easy to layer under all kinds of different clothing....

To come up with this list, we tested 35 weighted blankets in our Lab, considering factors like quality, comfort, warmth, ease of cleaning, durability, and value. We also tapped Dr. Polos for expert tips on how to shop for a weighted blanket—including how to choose the right weight and materials for your preferences. The Threshold Microplush Weighted Blanket earned its place as our best overall pick for its soft and cozy material, high-quality construction, and affordable price tag....

Tired of dryness ruining your makeup? We’ve rounded up the best foundations for dry skin that come recommended by the pros for their hydrating and skin-perfecting capabilities. There’s something for every budget and makeup preference, and they each have earned glowing reviews from beauty lovers. If you’re a fan of minimalist, no-makeup makeup, this sheer foundation wears like a tinted moisturizer and glides onto dry skin seamlessly. Its texture-smoothing formula doesn’t settle into dry patches and instead, creates a your-skin-but-better finish....

To find the best hand creams, we spent hours reviewing dozens of options and assessed them on ingredients, formulation, scent, size, price, and more. We also tapped two experts—Debra Jaliman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City, and Elaine Kung, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and assistant professor of dermatology at New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Hospital. These dermatologists weighed in on what ingredients to look for in a hand cream—and a couple to avoid....

To determine the best women’s robes on the market, we spent hours researching different types of robes by material, style, and use. We also spoke to Sapna Palep, CEO of Journelle, as well as ​​Angela Rosen, owner of Penelope and the Beauty Bar in both Seattle and San Francisco, about how to shop for a robe and what to look for in a quality robe. Our top pick, the Frontgate Resort Collection Plush Robe, is super plush and soft, as well as absorbent enough for post-shower use....

There are so many options available, from almost every home decor retailer and furniture store, that choosing a bookshelf is both fun and daunting. Plus, you absolutely have to take into consideration the space you have and what you want to store–two factors with near-equal impact on how you’ll decide the best bookshelf for you. We talked with Lindsey Putzier of Lindsey Putzier Design Studio and Samantha Tannehill of Sam Tannehill Designs about their advice for selecting bookshelves for your home as well as insights on specific bookshelves and retailers....

This new affinity for bold outdoor colors could be traced back to the difficulty of the past couple of years, says Lisa Tharp, designer and creator of ECOS Paints’ color collection Lisa Tharp Colors. “There is a greater need for celebrating what is good and letting go of decisions that, in the grand scheme of life, are not that important,” she says. “This means injecting more joy into the colors one chooses, and even into the selection process itself....

To determine the best coffee table books, we spent hours researching different options in a variety of categories and interests to find options that appeal to everyone. For expert advice on shopping for and decorating with coffee table books, we spoke to interior stylist, designer, and author Natalie Walton. “Books are one of my favorite styling tools,” she says. “They add depth, height, volume, color, and interest to any scene, and are accessible and affordable when compared with most decorative accent pieces....

Popular cleaning gadgets are also going for less. Steam mops, air purifiers, upright vacuums, and handheld vacuums from brands like Black and Decker, PurSteam, and Levoit. And tons of time-saving robot vacuum cleaners are marked down. Eufy by Anker and iRobot Roomba both launched deals on some of their most popular robot vacuums, which come with thousands of five-star ratings. Eufy by Anker’s 11S slim cleaner is a great budget buy at just $150, while iRobot Roomba’s now-$300 i3 Evo comes with a slew of neat features if you’re willing to pay a bit more....

According to Kenneth Mendez, CEO and president of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, pet allergens “can cling to walls, furniture, clothing, or other surfaces” for a long time. Mendez says that regular activities—like petting your cat, grooming your dog, and even dusting or vacuuming your home—can cause fur and other allergens to stir around in the air. Fortunately, there are many air purifiers on the market that are specifically designed with pet owners in mind....

With this in mind, we rounded up the very best granite cleaners specifically formulated for the natural stone. We also spoke to Becky Rapinchuk, founder of the Clean Mama blog and cleaning routine, about what to look for when choosing a granite countertop cleaner for your home. Our top pick is the Weiman Daily Disinfectant Granite & Stone Cleaner, a powerful product that is highly effective at cleaning and disinfecting granite and stone surfaces....

“The whole point of ice is to make (and keep) your drink cold, while also adding some dilution from the ice melt,” says Jason Percival, beverage manager at Himmel Hospitality Group. “Although it might seem counterintuitive, the best bet to keep the beverage cold without watering it down is to use plenty of ice so that it fills the whole glass rather than a few cubes floating on top.” Our team of experts tested 15 ice makers in our testing lab in Birmingham, Alabama, evaluating each machine based on water capacity, dimensions of the appliance, ice production time, ice cube shape, and the noise level of the machine....

To find the best silver polishes, we spent hours researching various silver cleaning products while considering factors such as type, formula, and function. We also spoke to Casey Fahey, restorer and head polisher of East Village Bangles; Esme Rogers-Evans, expert jewelry designer at Duxford Studios; and Alessandro Gazzo of Emily’s Maids, for product recommendations and tips on what to look for. They also explained how silver polish cleaners actually work: “Silver tarnishes over time as it oxidizes when exposed to sulfur compounds in the air, causing otherwise brilliant silver to appear dim and dirty,” says Fahey....

Unsure about which one is right for you? We researched dozens of rice cookers and evaluated them on ease of use, capacity, range of features, and overall value to determine the best options on the market today. We also spoke to Top Chef alum Chef Katsuji Tanabe of a’Verde and Chef Masa Hamaya of O-Ku to get expert advice on shopping for and using a rice cooker at home. “All rice cookers have heating pans to cook the rice to a boil, and then you just leave it in the rice cooker to slowly steam at a lower temperature,” explains Hamaya....

To come up with this list of the best alarm clocks, we researched dozens of models and considered factors like volume settings, brightness settings, and other special features. For advice on what to look for when buying alarm clocks, we spoke to three experts: Nancy Behrens, M.D., system medical director at Novant Health Sleep Medicine Programs; Abhinav Singh, M.D., facility director at the Indiana Sleep Center; and Colin Espie, Ph....

“If you get a good humidifier and apply a healing ointment, chapped lips can heal nicely within a week or two,” says Doyle. “I also recommend that my patients avoid salty foods since exposure to these items can delay healing.” Doyle notes that if your lips aren’t healed within a couple of weeks, you should visit your dermatologist’s office. She also recommends a product with SPF for extra protection. Our top choice for the best chapped lip treatment is the Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm, which is effective, budget-friendly, and contains moisturizing ingredients, as well as SPF....

Who it isn’t for: People who don’t want to spend a lot on a mattress pad.Saatva’s Organic Mattress Pad protects your mattress and gives you an extra-plush layer of comfort. You’ll sleep cool and comfortably on the quilted, GOTS-certified, 300-thread count organic cotton surface, which is breathable and soft. The pad fits mattress depths up to 16 inches, and the extra-wide elastic bands on the sides ensure it stays in place no matter how much you toss and turn at night....