You’re washing your jeans wrong — and Levi’s CEO shares his bizarre method to keeping them clean

You’re washing your jeans wrong — and Levi’s CEO shares his bizarre method to keeping them clean

This dirty secret is the key to clean jeans. Charles Bergh, the CEO of Levi Stauss, has admitted he hasn’t washed his denim in a decade, arguing that it’s the best way to care for your jeans. “I never put my denim into the washing machine,” he previously told CNBC, explaining that denim production and … Read more

I’m a doctor — stop making these 3 dangerous laundry mistakes

I’m a doctor — stop making these 3 dangerous laundry mistakes

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. He’s airing out your dirty laundry. Dr. Charles Puza, a board-certified NYC dermatologist, is sharing the three laundry mistakes that may be harming your skin. He advises against wearing clothes that you haven’t washed, using fabric softener and … Read more

Crazy Town singer Shifty Shellshock promised to get clean in haunting audio before fatal overdose

Crazy Town singer Shifty Shellshock promised to get clean in haunting audio before fatal overdose

Crazy Town frontman Shifty Shellshock promised he’d detox and get sober before he died of an accidental overdose in June. The “Butterfly” singer — whose real name was Seth Binzer — told his longtime pal and bandmate Mike “Rebel” Raymo that he knew he needed to get clean but wanted “one night of fun” beforehand. Sadly, Shellshock … Read more

Shannon Sharpe comes clean about viral Instagram sex tape: ‘Disappointed in myself’

Shannon Sharpe comes clean about viral Instagram sex tape: ‘Disappointed in myself’

Shannon Sharpe came clean about the sultry Instagram Live post he put out on Wednesday afternoon, sharing with his roughly 3.2 million followers live audio of himself engaged in sexual activity with a woman.  The Pro Football Hall of Famer and ESPN personality admitted that his Instagram was not hacked and that it was in … Read more

I clean hoarders’ homes for $9K a week — you won’t believe the disgusting sights I’ve seen

I clean hoarders’ homes for K a week — you won’t believe the disgusting sights I’ve seen

She works hard for the money. Libby Denney, a brave mom of two from the UK, is on a mission to clean up her part of the world — one horrifying hoarder home at a time. At least the pay for doing this dirtiest of jobs is good, the proud proprietor of Yorkshire’s “The Clean Up … Read more

Pillowcases can be ‘dirtier than the toilet’ during summer, experts warn

Pillowcases can be ‘dirtier than the toilet’ during summer, experts warn

The extreme summer heat has many people drenched in sweat outdoors, indoors and even in their sleep. Experts revealed how a sweaty night’s sleep could harbor bacteria in your pillowcase, making it more gross than a certain bathroom fixture. “Your pillowcases could be considered dirtier than the toilet. The good news is these bacteria are … Read more

Does this iconic skincare scrub actually work? Experts come clean on exfoliants

Does this iconic skincare scrub actually work? Experts come clean on exfoliants

This might come as a bit harsh: Your favorite exfoliator might be too abrasive for your skin. Exfoliating scrubs, specifically, the St. Ives Apricot Scrub, have earned a controversial reputation — diehard fans refuse to relinquish their holy grail skincare product, while experts adamantly advise against it. While it can make you feel squeaky clean, physically scrubbing … Read more

I’m a sports medicine expert — here are 5 ways to tell if your gym is clean

I’m a sports medicine expert — here are 5 ways to tell if your gym is clean

Whether to maintain a beach body or work up a sweat to be better in the sack, many of us will be hitting the gym this summer. Now, Melanie McNeal — the physical and occupational therapy manager at the Baylor College of Medicine in Texas — is sharing how to keep yourself and others healthy in … Read more

I’m an ear doctor — this is how to safely remove stubborn earwax

I’m an ear doctor — this is how to safely remove stubborn earwax

Listen up! An Ohio-based ear, nose, and throat surgeon is revealing how to properly clean wax out of ears — and it doesn’t involve cotton swabs. Cotton swabs “really weren’t made to clean your ears — all they do is just push the wax deeper down into your ear canal and this causes an impaction,” … Read more

Over 80% of parents say spring hardest time to keep things clean

Over 80% of parents say spring hardest time to keep things clean

One in five parents would trade going on their yearly vacation to get out of spring cleaning.  A recent poll of 2,000 parent homeowners with kids under 17 found that, for many, spring isn’t all rainbows and butterflies. In fact, 83% agreed that spring is the most difficult season to keep their homes clean. So … Read more

This household item is a germ hellscape — and you’ve probably never thought to clean it

This household item is a germ hellscape — and you’ve probably never thought to clean it

Press pause and start cleaning. A mom from Western Australia has revealed the household item that everyone forgets to clean after noticing it had built up a decade’s worth of filth. Not once did she think about cleaning her TV remote in the 13 years since she bought her TV. It’s important to take the … Read more

Dear Abby: I have a serious issue with my husband’s friend but he won’t stand up for me

Dear Abby: I have a serious issue with my husband’s friend but he won’t stand up for me

DEAR ABBY: I am allergic to a wide range of scents — perfume, cologne, laundry detergent, etc. When I am caught in someone’s cloud, my sinuses and lungs burn, which causes instant wheezing and coughing.  My husband’s friend bathes himself in a scent akin to household cleansing powder. It’s so strong, both of us can … Read more

Hollywood sex scenes have plummeted 40% since 2000, with many top-grossing films ‘squeaky clean’: study

Hollywood sex scenes have plummeted 40% since 2000, with many top-grossing films ‘squeaky clean’: study

Perhaps sex doesn’t sell — at least not in Hollywood. Despite recent hits like “Saltburn” and “Poor Things” making a splash with their risqué scenes, sex on the big screen has plummeted nearly 40% since the turn of the century, according to a new study. From 2000 to 2023, both the overall number of steamy … Read more

Gender-neutral toilets have the most germs: study

Gender-neutral toilets have the most germs: study

New research is sounding the alarm about the cleanliness of hospital bathrooms. Several strains of drug-resistant bacteria and fungi were discovered on the floors, ceilings, door handles, and toilet surfaces in three major hospitals in Scotland, according to a study presented at a conference this week for clinical microbiology and infectious diseases specialists. Gender-neutral toilets … Read more

The ultimate spring cleaning checklist for each zodiac sign

The ultimate spring cleaning checklist for each zodiac sign

Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, daylight is going the extra mile — and Aries season is raging. Yes, friends, spring hath sprung and with it the ancient call to begin again. Human behavior is intrinsically tied to seasonal patterns and natural cycles. Our energy levels dip when less daylight is available as darkness triggers … Read more

Guest claims hotel staff used his toothbrush to clean: ‘Housekeeping horror’

Guest claims hotel staff used his toothbrush to clean: ‘Housekeeping horror’

A Las Vegas hotel guest claimed he had a brush with horror when housekeeping used his toothbrush to clean his room. Posting to TikTok, Lavell Jackson, who is an investor and realtor, alleged that Mandalay Bay Las Vegas offered him a mere $50 credit and a new toothbrush after he claimed they used the toothbrush … Read more

Is ‘Dry Clean Only’ a big lie? An expert reveals which fabrics really need to be dry cleaned

Is ‘Dry Clean Only’ a big lie? An expert reveals which fabrics really need to be dry cleaned

If you’ve gotten into the habit of lugging your wool knits, cashmere cardigans and silk blouses to the nearest dry cleaners, this news may transform your laundry routine — and your budget. Turns out, ‘Dry Clean Only’ could be a total lie. “It’s just easier for a lot of brands to just put that on everything,” … Read more

Dear Abby: My sister has turned into a crazy cat lady and refuses to clean her house

Dear Abby: My sister has turned into a crazy cat lady and refuses to clean her house

DEAR ABBY: My sister “Maggie” has turned into one of those “crazy cat ladies.” We have been encouraging her to move into assisted living, but she says she’d rather be dead than give up her cats. When we visit her, we bring along air freshener. Maggie has gone nose-blind to the smell and argues her … Read more

We sold everything to live on a cruise ship — now people cook and clean for us and we feel like we’re rich

We sold everything to live on a cruise ship — now people cook and clean for us and we feel like we’re rich

Life’s been mostly smooth sailing for Monica Brzoska and her husband, Jorell Conley.  Since selling all their worldly possessions, ditching the daily 9-to-5 grind and becoming full-time cruisers, the toughest decision the seafaring sweeties have had to face each day is whether to luxuriate around an oceanliner’s pools or its spas.  “All my meals are … Read more

Clean your mattress once a month — or face the filthy consequences

Clean your mattress once a month — or face the filthy consequences

Take care of your bed or lose it forever. Believe it or not, your mattress is likely a cesspool of nitty gritty dirt and bacteria hiding in plain sight, experts warn. Up to a million dust mites, known for causing pesky respiratory issues and unsightly skin conditions, can move around a mattress at any given … Read more