The Expert Edit: 5 products worth buying, according to grooming expert Adam Hurly

The Expert Edit: 5 products worth buying, according to grooming expert Adam Hurly

Grooming expert Adam Hurly has tested thousands of products over 15 years in ...
Grooming expert Adam Hurly has tested thousands of products over 15 years in the industry as a writer and editor. These are the five staples he’ll actually part with his money on. Grooming expert Adam Hurly (GQ, Men’s...
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I’m a grooming editor who didn’t ‘get’ cleansing powders — until I tried this one

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A mattress reviewer’s favorite firm mattress is almost 50% off right now

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This doctor-recommended Bear Elite Hybrid mattress is 30% off right now

This doctor-recommended Bear Elite Hybrid mattress is 30% off right now

Mattresses don’t come cheap — so when we spotted the doctor-recommended Bear ...
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The electric toothbrush Instagram’s @BloodyToothGuy swears by — plus TK other dentist-recommended toothbrushes

The electric toothbrush Instagram’s @BloodyToothGuy swears by — plus TK other dentist-recommended toothbrushes

No one knows oral health quite like board-certified oral and maxillofacial su...
No one knows oral health quite like board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Jason Auerbach, who’s also known as @bloodytoothguy to more than 188,000 followers on Instagram, where he dishes out oral health t...
I’m a sleep doctor. Here’s how I get kids to (finally!) sleep through the night

I’m a sleep doctor. Here’s how I get kids to (finally!) sleep through the night

Bedtime isn’t always as simple as lights out, especially when you’re working ...
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I’m a grooming editor with a podcast. This is the only mic I want to use.

I’m a grooming editor with a podcast. This is the only mic I want to use.

Ready to finally start that podcast you’ve been talking about? Grooming exper...
Ready to finally start that podcast you’ve been talking about? Grooming expert and podcast host Adam Hurly shares why the Rode Procaster Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast Microphone is his favorite mic to use for every show....
Starting your own podcast? Here’s what ‘Spiffy’ host Adam Hurly recommends to get started

Starting your own podcast? Here’s what ‘Spiffy’ host Adam Hurly recommends to get started

A quality podcast isn’t just about having engaging content or a lovable host ...
A quality podcast isn’t just about having engaging content or a lovable host — although “Spiffy” host Adam Hurly does both — it’s about having the right gear to help every part of your show shine. Grooming podcaster H...
The best Father’s Day gifts for dads with a sense of style

The best Father’s Day gifts for dads with a sense of style

Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 21!), which means it’s time to s...
Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 21!), which means it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll be celebrating your pops this year. Given that dads are famously hard to buy for, we decided it’s time to cal...
Airlines editor Gordon Smith on the stylish $65 sunglasses he doesn’t travel without

Airlines editor Gordon Smith on the stylish $65 sunglasses he doesn’t travel without

Skift airlines editor Gordon Smith discovered his favorite pair of travel sun...
Skift airlines editor Gordon Smith discovered his favorite pair of travel sunglasses through a rather unofficial testing process: a friend accidentally left them at his house. Now a convert of Barcelona-based Meller s...
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The best toiletry bag, according to an editor who travels all the time

Gordon Smith is the airlines editor for Skift. He’s on the road once or twice...
Gordon Smith is the airlines editor for Skift. He’s on the road once or twice a month for newsgathering, work trips, conferences, and more, This toiletry bag from German travel bag maker Reisenthel is all Skift airlin...
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There’s 1 clear-favorite brand when it comes to these travel experts’ carry-on recs

Nothing ruins a travel day like bad luggage, and if you’re a frequent travele...
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The best expert-recommended Father’s Day gifts for outdoor dads

The best expert-recommended Father’s Day gifts for outdoor dads

Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 21!), which means it’s time to s...
Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 21!), which means it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll be celebrating your pops this year. Given that dads are famously hard to buy for, we decided it’s time to cal...
11 expert-backed outdoor picks that are on sale for Memorial Day

11 expert-backed outdoor picks that are on sale for Memorial Day

Memorial Day sales for 2026 are kicking off, and it’s a great time of year to...
Memorial Day sales for 2026 are kicking off, and it’s a great time of year to score discounts on investment-worthy purchases you’ve been eyeing up, upgrades for the home, or a little treat to boost your week. To help...
The Expert Edit: 5 products worth buying, according to grooming expert Adam Hurly

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The Expert Edit: 5 products worth buying, according to grooming expert Adam Hurly

Grooming expert Adam Hurly has tested thousands of products over 15 years in ...
Grooming expert Adam Hurly has tested thousands of products over 15 years in the industry as a writer and editor. These are the five staples he’ll actually part with his money on. Grooming expert Adam Hurly (GQ, Men’s...
I’m a grooming editor who didn’t ‘get’ cleansing powders — until I tried this one

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I’m a grooming editor who didn’t ‘get’ cleansing powders — until I tried this one

Grooming expert Adam Hurly breaks down why Jaxon Lane’s Shake and Wake powder...
Grooming expert Adam Hurly breaks down why Jaxon Lane’s Shake and Wake powder  cleanser has earned a coveted spot on his bathroom counter. Powder cleansers are having a moment right now, thanks to their easy-travelin...
A mattress reviewer’s favorite firm mattress is almost 50% off right now

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A mattress reviewer’s favorite firm mattress is almost 50% off right now

There are people who like firm mattresses, and then there are people who woul...
There are people who like firm mattresses, and then there are people who would prefer to sleep on an actual plank. For the latter, Plank’s mattress-tester-recommended firm mattress is almost 50% off right now. Some p...
This doctor-recommended Bear Elite Hybrid mattress is 30% off right now

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This doctor-recommended Bear Elite Hybrid mattress is 30% off right now

Mattresses don’t come cheap — so when we spotted the doctor-recommended Bear ...
Mattresses don’t come cheap — so when we spotted the doctor-recommended Bear Elite Hybrid mattress for 30% off, we had to spread the word. When it comes to buying a mattress, you want to be sure you’re getting the mos...
The electric toothbrush Instagram’s @BloodyToothGuy swears by — plus TK other dentist-recommended toothbrushes

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The electric toothbrush Instagram’s @BloodyToothGuy swears by — plus TK other dentist-recommended toothbrushes

No one knows oral health quite like board-certified oral and maxillofacial su...
No one knows oral health quite like board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Jason Auerbach, who’s also known as @bloodytoothguy to more than 188,000 followers on Instagram, where he dishes out oral health t...
I’m a sleep doctor. Here’s how I get kids to (finally!) sleep through the night

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I’m a sleep doctor. Here’s how I get kids to (finally!) sleep through the night

Bedtime isn’t always as simple as lights out, especially when you’re working ...
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I’m a grooming editor with a podcast. This is the only mic I want to use.

Ready to finally start that podcast you’ve been talking about? Grooming exper...
Ready to finally start that podcast you’ve been talking about? Grooming expert and podcast host Adam Hurly shares why the Rode Procaster Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast Microphone is his favorite mic to use for every show....
Starting your own podcast? Here’s what ‘Spiffy’ host Adam Hurly recommends to get started

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Starting your own podcast? Here’s what ‘Spiffy’ host Adam Hurly recommends to get started

A quality podcast isn’t just about having engaging content or a lovable host ...
A quality podcast isn’t just about having engaging content or a lovable host — although “Spiffy” host Adam Hurly does both — it’s about having the right gear to help every part of your show shine. Grooming podcaster H...
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Airlines editor Gordon Smith on the stylish $65 sunglasses he doesn’t travel without

Skift airlines editor Gordon Smith discovered his favorite pair of travel sun...
Skift airlines editor Gordon Smith discovered his favorite pair of travel sunglasses through a rather unofficial testing process: a friend accidentally left them at his house. Now a convert of Barcelona-based Meller s...
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The best toiletry bag, according to an editor who travels all the time

Gordon Smith is the airlines editor for Skift. He’s on the road once or twice...
Gordon Smith is the airlines editor for Skift. He’s on the road once or twice a month for newsgathering, work trips, conferences, and more, This toiletry bag from German travel bag maker Reisenthel is all Skift airlin...
There’s 1 clear-favorite brand when it comes to these travel experts’ carry-on recs

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Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 21!), which means it’s time to s...
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