Humidifiers can be beneficial for your health, especially when you’re sick or dealing with dryness in your home. But if you don’t regularly maintain them, they can cause more harm than good. “If you ...

Keeping a humidifier running—especially during the winter months—can be a game-changing health habit. Adding a little bit of moisture into your home’s dry air can help with everything from the ...

It’s that time of year again: My skin gets red and cracked; my throat is often sore; my sinuses become irritated; and my hair and scalp dry out. Cold months sap our moisture for multiple reasons — the ...

You may think you’re just adding moisture back into the air, but if you don’t know how to clean a humidifier, running the machine could actually be causing a major problem in your household. “Stagnant ...

Using a humidifier can boost your home’s comfort level, but you need to be sure you’re using it properly to avoid any negative effects.

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A humidifier is one of those appliances that’s not really on your radar until you need it. Say, when the temperature turns frosty and your skin’s so dry it’s scaly. Or when you—or your kids—come down ...

During the winter, I think of my humidifier as my best friend. I use it 24/7, and it helps me stave off dreaded winter ailments like chapped lips, dry skin, and irritated sinuses by pumping moisture ...

For people who live in dry climates or have sinus problems, humidifiers are a godsend. They're also helpful during the winter, ensuring you have enough moisture in your home when you don't want to ...

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