More and more frequently, it seems that when a retailer announces they’re having a sale, you excitedly click onto their site only to be disappointed by the measly markdowns on offer. On Black Friday, certain brands slashed their prices by 20 or 30 percent, only to slash them again the following week when customers refused to bite. And we can’t blame shoppers for being savvy!

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In many parts of the world, temperatures are in that weird, in-between state. One day it could be below freezing, and the next it feels like spring is finally here. One thing is for sure, though: The new season will be here before you know it. As much as you might look forward to seeing nature in bloom, this can also bring with it an influx of dust, pollen, and potential mold spores if there’s an increase in humidity.