This time of year is a whirlwind as we all try to do those last minute jobs before Christmas arrives. And if you’ve still not quite got your Christmas shopping finished off, don’t despair just yet, as ...

Dermatologists explain the science behind wildly popular treatments like red light therapy, which is now available at home—for a steep price. Full-face LED masks like this one can cost up to several ...

During the workday, you know how common it is to lose track of time. One minute, you’re starting your day by brewing a cup of coffee and checking emails, then seemingly in the blink of an eye, it’s ...

Scientists have developed an ultra-thin, paper-like LED that emits a warm, sunlike glow, promising to revolutionize how we light up our homes, devices, and workplaces. By engineering a balance of red, ...

Making a blue LED was once thought impossible. Unlike red or green, producing blue light required a semiconductor with a much larger energy band gap. For decades, the right material didn’t exist—or at ...

Not to sound like a TV commercial or anything, but … how often have you had to throw out white shirts because of unsightly yellow underarm stains? Well, those stains may not be a problem any longer, ...

Researchers hope the technique could offer a more environmentally friendly approach to cleaning up messy clothing. By Jacey Fortin A crisp white shirt can be a dangerous thing. It seems to invite a ...

It may not be great on the eyes, but it could be a new way to take care of those pit stains. By Andrew Paul Published Sep 3, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, ...

Sweat and food stains can ruin your favorite clothes. But bleaching agents such as hydrogen peroxide or dry-cleaning solvents that remove stains aren’t options for all fabrics, especially delicate ...