Why Does My Hair Get Greasy So Fast?

There could be multiple reasons why your hair is not maintaining its freshness as easily as it should. Here are some mistakes to avoid to prevent greasy oroily hair. Instead of addingmore shampooif the lather isn’t sufficient, stylists usually add a quick splash of water. Credit: Softulka / Getty This can even happen with shampoo. Overwashing Your Hair It’s not your imagination. The more you wash your hair, the quicker it may seem to need another wash....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 219 words · Claudia Smith

Why Dollywood Is Better Than Any Other Theme Park

The amusement park is Southern at heart, just like its founder. My 8-year-old son, Theo, and I werefirst-timers. Weeks before our trip, we studied the map to determine which attractions we were too short (i.e. Ride the Dollywood Express and grab some cinnamon bread at the Grist Mill on your trip to Dolly’s theme park.Credit:The Dollywood Company scared) to ride and watched YouTube videos about thelegendary Cinnamon Breadfrom the Grist Mill....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 344 words · Christina Rivera

Why Erin Cahill Says Filming Hallmark's 'Journey To You' In Spain Felt Like Her Southern Childhood

“Its the community of it. Its the were going to cook together, were going to eat together, were gonna slow down. That is such a similar thing between Spanish culture and the South. Credit:©2025 Hallmark Media/Manu Sevillano Throughout her career, shes had the opportunity to film in all kinds of different locations. Its something she toldSouthern Livingthat she doesnt take for granted. I think about it all the time. Credit:©2025 Hallmark Media/Manu Sevillano...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 242 words · Kristen Perry

Why Every Southern Host Needs A Deviled Egg Platter And Carrier

Your work in the kitchen deserves to be displayed appropriately, and a deviled egg platter does the trick. Deviled eggsfind their way onto our tables for reasons aplenty and can always rise to the occasion. You cannot promise deviled eggs for a potluck or family get-together without being logistically prepared. Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez With these bright beauties, your contribution to the table will not be overlooked. Our recipe breaks down how to make deviled eggs for a crowd (it serves 12!...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 186 words · Debra Reyes

Why Fried Chicken Feeds The Soul Like No Other Southern Dish

Rick Bragg’s love for this iconic food runs deep. Victor Protasio The hospital rests atop a long, sloping hill. Ive made the climb a thousand times to see my people here. Credit:Victor Protasio It gets steeper every year. A gray-haired man driving a hospital jitney watched me labor up the incline and offered me a ride. I am old, I am tired, and I am grouchy, I answered. Credit:John Cuneo/Southern Living...

May 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1128 words · Brian Bass

Why I Always Buy These $2.69 Ginger Cubes At Trader Joe's

No shopping trip is as fun for me as my bimonthly jaunt to TJs. And Im always waiting with bated breath to see whatseasonal delightshit the shelves as each month passes. TheDorot Gardens Crushed Gingeris the hero of my shopping trips and my kitchen. Credit:Trader Joe’s Youll find this unassuming package in the frozen aisle near the bags of vegetables. But these cubes couldnt be more simple to integrate into your cooking....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Angela Peters

Why I Ask My Pest-Control Company To Spare My Carpenter Bees

These charming pollinators make my garden better. I would describe my feelings oninsectsas somewhere between apathy and trepidation. Ill marvel at a butterfly on somemilkweed, but Im not likely to invite her into my living room. Credit: Huntstock / Getty Images And while I admire their expertise, entomologists have never once appeared on my career aspirations list. But Im not working off emotion alone. Carpenter bees are actually a majorly beneficial insect....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 366 words · Robert Bell

Why I've Come Around To Making My Mama's Not-So-Cool Casserole

Quick question: What are the recipes of Mom’s that you make a lot?Salmon croquettes? [nervous face emoji] Text me back!" My sister is a better, more prolific cook than I am. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox (I blame not being able to easily find key ingredients, like grits.) But her response confirmed what I thought: “Hmm . I feel like Mom focuses onappetizersanddesserts. Credit: COURTESY OF ELIZABETH PASSARELLA I make her mushroom turnovers and fudge pie a lot....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Miss Lisa Bennett

Why Instant Pot's Shopper-Loved Slow Cooker Is the Kitchen Appliance To End All

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. So color us not surprised when even the super popular Instant Pot can’t always outrun the classics. The slow cooker in question: theInstant Pot Aura 10-in-1 Multi-Use Slow Cooker. Credit: Sur La Table This multi-cooker might fly under the IP flag, but it isn’t actually a pressure cooker. Instead, it’s the update to your old slow cooker that you never knew you neededuntil now....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 167 words · Joseph Jones

Why Interior Paint Is The Best Paint For Garage Walls

See the reasons why exterior paint isn’t the recommended way to go. Garage wallsthey’re kind of outside, kind of inside. Some are temperature-controlled, others aren’t. Credit:imaginima / Getty Images They can double aslaundry rooms,storage rooms, man caves, and more. Here’s the best paint for garage walls and what to consider when painting them. Painting also protects the walls from everyday damage, dirt, and moisture. If using the garage as a workspace, painted walls can add brightness....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 232 words · Brittany Bryant

Why Is Cucumber Skin Waxy?

Heres why the skin on your cucumbers feels waxy. The only question is: Why do cucumbers have waxy skin? Do you oughta peel the skin to remove any traces of wax? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox We talked to Lena Bakovic, a registered dietician and nutritionist for the skinny on that waxy cucumber skin. Why Is Cucumber Skin Waxy? But when theyre plucked from the garden and washed, some of the wax washes away....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 203 words · Phyllis Curtis

Why Is Terry's Chocolate Orange A Christmas Tradition?

The beloved British confection has become an American holiday staple. What Is A Terry’s Chocolate Orange? With the onset of World War II, the factory was forced to halt production in 1939. Credit:Getty Images/AlexPro9500 Now, they fill me with pure nostalgia for my grandparents!" Patnaik, Subrat.Cadbury owner looking to sell Terry’s brand. Updated December 1, 2015. Credit:Amazon Myers, Anthony.Terry’s Chocolate Orange owners tempt fans with new flavours on a Christmas classic....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 95 words · Erika Anderson

Why It Is Important To Brown Meat

Sure it’s an extra step, but trust usit’s not one you’ll ever skip again. After all, who will know if you skip it just this one time? What Is the Maillard Reaction? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Dotdash Meredith What Types of Meats Should Be Browned and When? Stocktons kitchen motto is to brown everything, so take that to heart. Of course, theres no need to stop at meats, either....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 202 words · Kaitlin Miller