Humidifiers are great when they do their job. By pumping moisture into the air, humidifiers raise a home's ambient humidity and help with a variety of health conditions. Increased humidity can ease ...

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 ...

When the air in your home is uncomfortably dry, humidifiers can be a life-saver. But the appliance that prevents you from waking up with parched sinuses, dry skin, or a scratchy throat might be ...

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Humidifiers can be an essential tool during the colder months. They can also be disgusting. Without regular cleaning and maintenance, a humidifier can turn into a cesspool of bacteria and mold. Most ...

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 ...

Clean and disinfect your humidifier weekly to avoid mold and mineral build-up. Cleaning a humidifier is easier than you think — all you need are water, vinegar, and a scrub brush. Humidifiers can ease ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Dry indoor air, especially in the winter months, can lead to dry skin and sinuses — and even dry ...

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