Cleaning a humidifier isn't something that's usually at the top of our to-do lists, but it's an important task for various reasons. For one, it can harbor bacteria and mold if neglected, and that's ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." With all the fun snow activities, there's a lot to love about winter. But something no one loves? The way ...

Luckily, cleaning a humidifier is easy, and you probably already have everything you need to do it at home. To help you through the process, we asked Dr. McKeon and air quality and mold expert Michael ...

A good humidifier provides a range of health benefits, such as more moisturized skin, help fighting off allergens and even defense against dry lips and mouth, according to the Environmental Protection ...

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 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The air is dry, the humidity levels are low, and your lips feel as cracked as the ground of the Sahara. It's all pretty inevitable — when ...

Every winter, humidifiers seem to pop up everywhere. Stacked on store shelves, spotlighted in home-care roundups and quietly humming in bedrooms across the country. And it’s not hard to understand why ...