March 30, 2022

Anyone else completely forget what it’s like to get ready to go…out…to…places? Because same. But Hero Cosmetics can help you put your best face forward. And they’re giving Skimm’rs 20% off some of their top sellers. We’re talking… 

• A barely-there nose patch that works while you sleep ($18). Aka a hands-free (and pain-free) way to get rid of gunk deep inside your pores. 

• Lightweight sunscreen that doubles as primer ($20). This stuff was made for acne-prone skin. It's got SPF 30 and redness-blurring powers. Color us impressed.

• A moisturizing balm that can help speed up pimple recovery ($13). Whether you’re post-patch or post-pop, this formula soothes and smooths in no time.

Now that it’s ~officially~ spring, artichokes, fennel, leeks, peas, radishes, rhubarb, and more delicious veggies are in their prime. And we’ve gathered a few tips for working them into your weekly menu:

• Herb it up. Seasoning your seasonal veggies? What a concept. Spring herbs like dill, mint, and parsley can bring out the best in them. 

• Store them right. A damp paper towel can be the difference between yum and meh. Just ask asparagus, which will last longer if their ends are wrapped up. 

• Sign up for Walmart+. So you can get fresh groceries delivered to your door the same day you order them. For free.† Without paying any markups or waiting in any lines. Start your free 30-day trial.

The cherry on top. Icing on the cake. A little something extra. That’s what we’re adding to your weekend morning routine. Say hello to the Daily Skimm: Weekend. Starting this Saturday, you’ll get an additional Daily Skimm newsletter with a news roundup of stories you might’ve missed, recs for how to spend your money (and time), reminders about big events coming up, and more. So you can spend your weekend smarter.

Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life…

1. Comfy kicks that can’t help that they’re so popular. Like over-15,000-five-star-reviews popular. Cariuma’s cult-fave canvas sneaks come in over 10 IG-worthy colors. And there are some new limited-edition collabs for spring. They’re also never on sale. But Skimm’rs get a special offer.*

2. An iron-on tool that requires zero experience. Just an urge to be crafty. This easy-to-use machine lets you transfer art, prints, and photos to practically any fabric. Think: totes, t-shirts, and pillows. It’s lightweight, portable, and just so happens to be on sale right now.*

3. An all-biz class airline that can help you travel in style. For less. Book with these guys to get free WiFi, gourmet meals, a fully reclinable seat, and 20%–30% off your next flight to Paris, Nice, or Milan. Learn more.*

4. A podcast ep that’ll help you make sense of it all. And by ‘it’ we mean this week’s Oscar-worthy drama ofc. Our latest episode of “Pop Cultured,” sponsored by “Bridgerton” (streaming now on Netflix), breaks it down. Juuuust in time for this weekend’s Grammy awards. Listen in.*

Spring has sprung. And we rounded up the best skincare products (under $35) for brighter skin, so you can say ‘bye’ to dryness, red patches or other winter-induced skin woes. Let’s get glowing.

And if you're looking for other smart ways to spend your time…

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