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Once you’ve kept the cap on for about 10 minutes, remove it and wash your hair as usual. Applying conditioner before showering and covering it under a shower cap will give your hair an extra boost of hydration as the steam from the shower locks in the moisture from the conditioner. You can also substitute deep conditioner for coconut oil, which is an effective moisturizer for curly strands. Sulfates are cleaning agents found in most traditional shampoos, but they can cause curls to go frizzy and dry....

If you like wearing extra socks on a daily basis, be sure to wear that many layers of socks when you’re testing out new shoes. Wearing high-heeled shoes while having high arches is a subjective experience. If you don’t have any issues with wearing high-heeled shoes, don’t worry about changing your wardrobe. For extra stability, wear shoes with a heel that’s a little wider on the bottom. Ask a foot doctor or surgeon if this would be beneficial to you....

Pedialyte can be used to rehydrate, too. Since it’s usually dosed by the child’s body weight, you can call your doctor if you need help understanding how much to give your child. Also consult a doctor or pharmacist for advice on how much to give to an infant. [3] X Research source Dilute Gatorade or other sports drinks with 50% water. [4] X Research source If the child goes 8 hours unable to keep fluids down, take them to the doctor....

For more significant injuries, or in scenarios where the dog is having trouble breathing or is unconscious, you’ll want to move it as little as possible. See the section in this article on dealing with specific injuries. Do you best not to move or otherwise agitate an injury, but make sure to fully support the dog’s body with your arms. When lifting with the assistance of another person, position yourselves on either side of the stretcher....

This is normally the first noticeable sign of roof rats, and many people can hear the rats without trying to. Smudges will be most noticeable in high-traffic areas, like rafters that go from one side of the attic to another. You’ll likely notice droppings in the attic ceiling and insulation, so be sure to check there. Be careful around chewed wires, as they can sometimes still carry electricity. Don’t touch the wires unless you are wearing thick rubber gloves and safety equipment....

Think of prior big changes in your life. Are they really scary in hindsight? How well did you handle the changes? What can you learn from them? Don’t punish yourself or get upset if you have a negative thought. Instead, replace it with an opposing, positive one. If you thought – “Women never like me,” counter it with “I haven’t met a woman who I am compatible with yet. ” Remember that as you change, you’re not necessarily becoming somebody completely new....

On some models, the buttons are located along the bottom-right rear side. If your power button is broken, you can hold down one of the volume or channel buttons for a few seconds to power on the TV. Older LG TV models also have an input button. It is likely to be either the leftmost or rightmost button. If your TV has one, using it to switch inputs is the simplest method of doing so without a remote....

Choose topics that are of interest to many people - hobbies, sports, and tech gadgets are a good place to start. Choose a topic that you know is important to your conversation partner. Examples include hobbies, an upcoming event, or a work project. You can also expand on this new subject by asking for more information about the item or feature you are complimenting. For example, “Where did you get that great tan?...

CHECK THE HARD DRIVE LABEL Your hard drive has a label with the exact RPM of the drive. The most reliable way to check your hard drive RPM is to check this label. It’s an obvious way and you will need to open up your computer to find the label. You will probably not need to pull out any part in order to see this label as in most computers, it is easily insight....

If your mouse has a dedicated DPI button, you can use it to increase or decrease your mouse’s sensitivity. If your mouse has a built-in screen, you’ll see the DPI as you make adjustments. If it doesn’t, you may be able to install the mouse’s own software to view and adjust the DPI. The Windows mouse settings don’t permit you to view or specify the exact DPI of your mouse, but you can see (and adjust) the sensitivity visually on a slider, or use a DPI analyzer....

Lint rollers are an alternative to using packaging tape. Break the carpet into sections to make cleaning less daunting and so you can keep track of where you’ve already cleaned. Don’t wear dirty clothes or shoes to clean since you’ll be on the ground, but also keep in mind that you may end up dirty after cleaning. Pick a brush that has stiffer bristles for short fiber carpets. Soft synthetic bristles won’t have enough tension or power to push dirt off....

Keep the turkey in its wrapping, unless you’re thawing it in the microwave. If you thaw your turkey in the refrigerator, you can keep it there for up to 2 days before cooking it. If you thaw it in water or the microwave, you’ll need to start cleaning and cooking it as soon as it’s ready. The fewer surfaces you let the raw turkey touch, the less you’ll need to clean when you’re done cooking....

The acidic solution reduces discoloration due to oxidation. You can also rub flatware down with acidic fruits or vegetables, such as apples or rhubarb. Alternatively, you can add apple peels to the water in place of the acid. [6] X Research source If you prefer, you can use a gentle aluminum cleaner meant for cookware instead of the boiling method. Use it as you would any soap or mild abrasive to clean flatware and pots....

If the scaling inside the kettle is really bad, increase the amount of vinegar in the mixture. Boil again. If the scaling is really bad, leave the solution in the kettle longer. Make sure that you do not scrub the heating element on the bottom of the kettle. If there is any vinegar taste or smell left in the kettle, boil water in it again and dump it. This should get rid of it....

Avoid using sponges that have an abrasive side, which could damage the enamel. You could also turn on the shower and direct the nozzle to rinse away the soap. If your shower head is a handheld model, this is the easiest way to rinse the bathtub. Since you’ll be drying the tub immediately, you can use any temperature of water to rinse it. Avoid rubbing the diluted vinegar over other parts of the tub that don’t have limescale since this could damage it....

Aim for a dust mop that is 24 to 36 inches wide. If you regularly mop with detergent, cleaners, or soap, a soapy residue may build up on your epoxy floors. To get rid of the residue, mix 4–5 fluid ounces (120–150 mL) of ammonia with 1 gallon (3. 8 L) of hot water, and mop the floors with it. [3] X Research source While it’s easiest to use a vacuum cleaner, you can sweep dust out of saw cuts using a broom if you don’t have one....

Carpet-cleaning machines can be rented from home and garden stores, Walmart, and specialty vacuuming or carpet stores. Carpet-cleaning machine rentals come with cleaning solution and stain removal treatment. It’s important to know what kind of carpet you have before renting a machine, so you can ensure that you use the proper cleaning solution for your carpet. You may also wish to hire a professional to come to your house and use the cleaner to clean your carpet for you....

For floors with an anti-slip aggregate coating–such as aluminum oxide–a soft bristle push broom may be more effective than a standard dust mop. If you do not have a vacuum, you can try to clean any joints/cuts with a stiff bristle broom. Mix 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) of Simple Green with 1 gallon (3. 8 L) of hot water. If you make an over-concentrated solution, it can leave a film on your floor....

If your pants do not have a label, or if you’ve cut it off, and you know the manufacturer, then you may be able to contact them directly for cleaning advice. Go to the manufacturer’s website and look for customer information or help contact information. If your pants do wrinkle or stain in the test area, it would be a good idea to take them to a leather specialist for cleaning....

As long as the edges of the alcohol wipe you have used previously are still clean, you can use the same wipe for this step. If you don’t have a clean alcohol wipe or want a little bit more control when cleaning some harder to reach areas, you could use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol instead. You can soak your glasses for much longer than this, even overnight, though this long exposure to water and shifting temperatures may damage your glasses....