Amy Panos

6 days ago | bhg.com | Amy Panos

Credit: ilona shorokhova / 500px / Getty Images Those bins of travel-size toiletries at the drug store can be tempting. It seems like they would make packing more convenient and lighten your load, right? But think again. Do you really want to spend money on miniature versions of toiletries you already own? And do you feel OK about throwing away all that plastic and packaging when you're done? Travel expert Jess Field of @travelmomsquad doesn't.

1 week ago | bhg.com | Amy Panos

Credit: Kathleen Finlay / Getty Images Vacation season is finally here, and with it comes the inevitable packing. If you're just throwing your shoes into a suitcase among your clothes and toiletries, you're doing it wrong. We asked intrepid traveler and expert Jess Field of @travelmomsquad to advise us on the right way to deal with shoes when we travel. Why You Shouldn't Pack Shoes with Clothes Even if they look fairly clean, shoes are dirty and germy, especially on the bottoms.

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Amy Panos

20 hours agoExpert Pick Best for Shine Best Clean Shampoo Best for Breakage Best Sulfate-Free Best for Hair Fall Best for Balance Best Overall Drugstore Best Micellar Shampoo Best for Aging Hair Best for Instant Results Like all of our favorite hair products, we ask a lot from our shampoo. At its most basic, of course, …

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Amy Panos

7 hours agoWe're calling it—this is the summer that we all finally learn to tackle our weeds. Fighting those pesky and often invasive plants can sometimes feel like an uphill battle—but if you're armed with the right knowledge, it can be a lot easier. To learn more about addressing the problem from the root …

3 weeks ago | bhg.com | Amy Panos

Credit: Courtesy of Netflix Key TakeawaysUse artwork and accessories to express your personality and give visitors a sense of who you are. Trim colors aren't limited to white. Create a cohesive look by using the same or similar trim colors throughout the house. Lighting should go beyond the utilitarian and make a statement with its style and scale. If you haven't watched Netflix's dark dramedy Sirens, you should—as much for the decor as the intrigue.