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By JDiscover things your mate wishes you wouldn't say and what he wants to hear insteadenna Birch
You may think saying your husband looks cute trying to fix the lawn mower is music to his ears, but he's hearing a different tune. Women's words of praise can sit the wrong way with their spouses. Sometimes emotional responses, like frustration and excitement, creep into compliments and unintentionally wound guys' pride. "When giving a compliment, put it in the best light possible to show you really appreciate him," says Match.com relationship expert Whitney Casey. Here, experts dish on 10 compliments that could use a man-friendly makeover. Photo by GettyImages.

1. "It's so sweet you want to help me clean up, but I can do it faster myself."
While you may have certain chores down to a science, your man may not. Be gracious when he offers to ease the load, and don't comment on his glacial pace. "We're all guilty of it. You've had a long day and want things done as quickly as possible so you can relax," says Casey. "But men hate feeling like they're not good

By Woman's Day Staff

This March 31, prepare a brunch that's as stylish as it is tasty. From Easter eggs to jelly beans, turn holiday staples into delicate dining decor. Click through to find out how to make your Easter meal even more memorable.

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Protect your face and body by learning the facts behind these popular misconceptionsBy Marlisse Cepeda

There are a slew of skincare dos and don'ts, but following all of this supposedly sound advice may do more harm than good. And knowing the whole story on skin will get you closer to the glowing, flawless complexion you've always wanted. With help from top experts, get the scoop on nine easy-to-fall-for skin myths that are actually far cries from the truth. Photo by Getty Images.

1. Hot water opens pores.
Despite cleansers, scrubs and other skincare products claiming to have pore-opening powers when paired with warm H2O, this advice just doesn't hold water. Skin's openings neither change in size nor operate like train doors, says Glenn Kolansky, MD, Director of the Advanced Dermatology Surgery and Laser Center in Tinton Falls, NJ. In reality, hot water loosens hardened dirt, oil and makeup within pores, allowing for better cleansing, explains Dornechia George Carter, MD, a dermatologist with Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas, TX. Still, watch the

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Get a bigger check in the mail with these finance factsBy MP Dunleavey, Editor of DailyWorth.com

What's the Payoff?
By knowing how to claim the right deductions and tax credits, you'll pay less to Uncle Sam.

Why You Shouldn't Avoid It
Filling out complicated forms can be tedious and intimidating, but if you are only taking the standard deduction, you may well be paying too much. Photo by iStock.

1. Consider itemizing
There are a couple of ways to lower your taxable income, and thus pay less: You can either take the standard deduction or itemize.

· The standard deduction is a set amount that you may deduct if you do not itemize. It's $11,900 for married couples, filing jointly.

· Itemizing means adding up various separate deductions using Schedule A (an IRS form) to see if the total is higher than the standard deduction.

But is it worth the effort? My colleague Justine Lackey, president of Good Cents Bookkeeping in Ossining, NY, says many people should itemize, especially if you own your home (or bought, sold or refinanced a home),

Find out what your husband's thinking but would never tell youBy Jenna Birch

Mum's the Word
Ever feel like your opinionated hubby's holding something back? Men aren't naturally gifted at expressing themselves like women, so they may keep quiet about sensitive subjects. But those secrets can cause marriage problems. "If it's safe for him to speak honestly, that might improve his experience in the relationship," says clinical psychologist Andra Brosh, PhD. Here's what your husband may be hiding and how best to handle it. Photo by Getty Images.

1. "I need you to make me feel like a big, strong man."
Your husband may feel insecure if his masculine qualities, like physical strength, never impress you. "This isn't the '50s anymore, but there are still some genetically determined pieces of men's self-worth," says marriage therapist Mike Dow, PsyD. Since he'll feel even less like a tough guy divulging this need for extra attention, he'll stay mum. So compliment his brawn-even if it's just for popping the lid off the jam jar. Also, give him a chance

Finish off your eye makeup with these wonderful wandsBy Woman's Day Staff

Want the secret to lush lashes? Look for a wand with bristles like a fine-tooth comb, which separate each lash for smooth results. For an even lovelier look, try Beauty Editor Melissa Matthews Brown's tip. "I love full lashes but hate when they stick together (hello, uni-lash!). To avoid this, I apply a second coat when my mascara is still wet." Scroll through for the must-try mascaras that promise a picture-perfect look. Photo by Greg Marino/Studio D.

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Say bye-bye to bare lashes with the wonder wand that adds 200% more volume.

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Bringing lashes from flab to fab in a flash, this Kardashian-created cosmetic is worth the splurge.

Khroma Beauty The Quickie Lengthening Mascara, $39.99; Amazon.com

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Extreme

Learn how to age beautifully and happily with Katie CouricBy Katie Couric

Left: Baby-faced Katie in 1984 and today.

I've been told I have nice gams. I'm a little embarrassed to type that sentence, but from the knee down, I've got it going on. (It's genetic-all the women in my family have good calves!) I also have a baby face, which has been a blessing and a curse throughout my career. When I first started out in TV, nobody wanted me on the air, because I looked like a teenager dressed up in her mom's business suit. Photo Courtesy of Andrew Eccles.

Thirty years later, I'm grateful for my baby face. These days, it serves me well. Both friends and strangers will comment that I look good for my age, and ask, "What's your secret?" It isn't particularly shocking or glamorous: I work out at spinning classes, but I don't go every day. I watch what I eat, but a cupcake occasionally slips under the radar. At work, I have a fantastic makeup artist and stage lighting that could safely land a 747 in fog. While I'd like those lights to follow