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How to Remove Dead Skin Using Sugar
Sugar particles can scrape away dead skin with a relatively gentle touch. Sugar even contains a little glycolic acid, which keeps skin smooth and fights scaling. It's not a miracle cure for all skin problems, but it's hard to beat on price and skin safety...
How to Hook a Rug
Latch hooking a rug is simple, relaxing and fun. There are many easy patterns and plenty of advanced patterns to choose from. Make your own rug, pillow or wall hanging using these basic steps to get you started.
How to Encourage Someone to Reconsider Expressing Their Sexual Orientation
In a perfect world, people of all sexual orientations would be safe and loved. Unfortunately, sometimes people's safety may be at risk if they come out. Here is how to talk with your loved one and weigh options.
How to Stop Cats from Peeing on the Front Porch
Nobody wants to come home to the smell of cat pee in their front porch. However, cats are not just using your front entrance as a cat toilet. They are more likely marking the space as high value territory. To stop the problem, it helps to know which cat i...
How to Have a Spa Sleepover
The only thing better than going to a spa is having the spa come to you. Hosting an at-home spa sleepover will give you and your friends the chance to indulge in mani/pedis, refreshing facials and maybe even a relaxing massage — all at very little cost....
How to Deal with Being Nervous
Feeling nervous is perfectly normal. In fact, everybody experiences nervous jitters from time to time, they just learn to hide it well. Whether you’re preparing for a big event or dealing with a surprise situation, there are several things you can do to m...
How to Make a Skin Toner
A good toner can be a secret weapon in your skin care routine. It helps remove any traces of dirt and grime that your cleanser may have left behind, get rid of excess oil, and hydrate and soften your skin. But if you aren't happy with any of the toner opt...
How to Fingerpaint
While there are many types of painting, finger painting is probably the most accessible - and the most enjoyable, especially for children. Though it often serves as a learning tool for kids, finger painting is a great activity for people of all ages. You...
How to Raise an Intelligent Child
Raising an intelligent child offers both unique challenges and opportunities. At first glance, it seems that you’ll have to spend a lot more time and put forth a lot more effort to promote intellectual growth and curiosity in your child. While this is tru...
How to Get Healthier Using a Diary
Keeping a diary is healthy for the body, mind and soul. A health diary helps you keep track of all aspects of your health.[1] X Trustworthy Source FamilyDoctor.org Family-focused medical advice site run by the American Academy of Family Doctors...
How to Hypnotize Someone With the Magnetic Hands Technique
The Magnetic hands induction is straightforward and simple. It's a form of hypnosis that can be fairly easy for amateurs to perform. Find a participant, lull into a state of hypnosis, and proceed from there.
How to Rent a Post Office Box
If you feel uncomfortable giving out your home address, a post office box might be the solution for you. You can have your mail delivered to a private box at your local post office for a monthly fee. The safety and anonymity provided by a P.O box might b...
How to Prepare for Back Surgery
If you have an upcoming back surgery, there are some useful things to know beforehand that can help you get through the surgery more easily. You want to try to recover in the healthiest way possible. Whether you are having a spinal fusion, disc replacemen...
How to Deal with an Internet Troll
Trolls on the Internet can be infuriating to other people reading or participating in a website. If you know how to handle a troll, beating the troll frustration-free can be very simple and quick, as outlined here.
How to Pack for a Weekend Trip
The most important part of packing for a small trip, one around three days, is to have slightly more than you need. Not too much more, because clutter will cause a heavier load and disorganization, but being overly prepared is better than being completely...