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Woman's hands with natural manicured nails.

Growing Out Healthy Nails After Years of...This is a page about growing out healthy nails after years of biting. While a challenge, it is very rewarding to be able to grow healthy nails after a history of biting them.

 

woman dying hair

Using Leftover Hair Dye?Once the color and activator are mixed they must be used quickly. If you don't need all of the product at one time, as you are touching up or have short hair, you may be able to retain some of each product for later use. This is a page about using leftover hair dye.

 

Woman Getting a Perm With Curls in Hair

Remedies for Hair Damaged by PermIf you want curly or wavy hair, getting a perm is the best way to do it. However, getting a perm can leave your hair damaged if not done right. This is a page about remedies for hair damaged by perm.

 

Perm That is Too Curly

Fixing a Perm That is Too Curly?This page is about fixing a perm that is too curly. When your hair has taken more curl from a permanent than you want there may be ways to relax the curl.

 

sore nails

Remedies for Nail Pain After Removing Acrylic...Your own fingernails can hurt after taking off fake nails. This page is about remedies for nail pain after removing acrylic nails.

 

A woman getting a perm.

Fixing a Perm That Lost Its Curl?If your perm has lost it's curl, there may be some ways to get it back. This is a page about fixing a perm that lost its curl.

 

Woman with White Hair

Caring for White HairThis is a page about caring for white hair. As we all age our hair begins to gray. Eventually it moves on to white. Keeping your white hair looking its best is easy to do.

 

Stick of Deodorant in red container

Using the Entire Stick of DeodorantThis page contains some creative solutions for using the entire stick of deodorant. It is frustrating and feels like you are wasting money when you are not able to get to the last bit of your stick deodorant.

 

A woman in the middle of getting a perm at a salon.

Permed Hair Not Curly Enough?It can be confusing as to what to do to fix a perm that is not as curly as you wanted. This is a page about permed hair not curly enough.

 

Re-Dyeing Hair

Re-Dyeing Hair After Removing ColorAfter having the color removed from your hair, you may have to wait a little while before getting it dyed again. This is a page about re-dyeing hair after removing color.

 

Hair in Hands and on Hairbrush

Cause of Hair Loss After Perm?Hair permanents can damage hair if not done properly. This is a page about cause of hair loss after perm.

 

Fingernails are Clear

Why Are the Tips of My Fingernails Clear?This is a page about when the tips of your fingernails are clear. Typically the tips of your fingernails are an opaque white, but not always.

 

A woman with a short pixie cut and long sideburns trims her bangs

Advice for Women Removing Sideburns?Some women choose to shave their sideburns off, especially with short hair. This page contains advice for women who wish to remove their sideburns.

 

How to Fix Hair Color That Came Out Pink

How to Fix Hair Color That Came Out Pink?When you do not end up with the hair color you expect, it may mean another trip to the salon. This is a page about how to fix hair color that came out pink.

 

woman wearing a bra

Keeping Bra Straps from SlippingThis page is about keeping bra straps from slipping. Having your straps come off your shoulders, is very irritating.

 

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Colorful hair rollers

Cleaning Hair Rollers?This is a page about cleaning hair rollers. Periodically you need to clean your hair rollers to remove stuck on hair or product.

 

Curlers in brunette hair for a perm.

How To Do A Perm At HomeThis is a page about how to do a perm at home. Many women want to have curly hair but perms at the beauty salon can be expensive. You can do a quality perm at home for a fraction of the cost.

 

Dyed Hair

Toning Down Dyed HairThis page is about toning down dyed hair. If the dyed color of your hair is stronger than you expected, you may want to adjust it.

 

woman with long gray hair.

Letting Gray Hair Grow Out?Some women, after dying their hair for years decide to go natural. This is a page about letting your gray hair grow out.

 

Fresh Aloe Vera in a wooden spoon

Using Aloe Vera for Hair RegrowthAloe vera can benefit your hair and scalp, and some have experienced hair growth. This is a page about using aloe vera for hair regrowth.

 

Young woman shows her gray hair roots.

Grey Hair Doesn't Hold Color?This is a page about grey hair that doesn't hold color. Grey hair is know to have a different texture and be more resistant to taking color. Here are some tips to try if you are having trouble coloring your grey hair.

 

Bruising after removing dip powder nails.

Bruising After Removing Dip Powder Nails?This is a page about bruising caused by removing dip powder nails. Dip powder nails are relatively new. Have you experienced bruising from wearing them or removing them? If so, you may find these tips helpful.

 

Up close photo of red, wavy hair.

Homemade Hair Dye RecipesThis page contains recipes for homemade hair dye. Hair dyes contain very harsh chemicals that can harm your hair. Making homemade hair dye allows you to color your hair more naturally.

 

Homemade Beauty Products

Storing Homemade Beauty Products?This is a page about storing homemade beauty products. Homemade beauty products are a popular alternative to commercial ones that often contain chemicals that users shy away from. However, they also lack the chemicals used preserve the retail products. Proper storage is necessary to prevent bacterial growth in homemade beauty supplies.

 

Hair sticking up because of egg whites.

Use Egg White for Hair GelIf you are looking for a chemical free hair gel, try egg whites. This is a page about use egg white for hair gel.

 

girl with curly dyed red hair

Perming Colored Hair?This is a page about perming colored hair. Care needs to be take to prevent damage when perming colored hair.

 

A woman having her hair dyed.

How Long Should You Wait Before Re-dyeing Hair?Many times after dyeing your hair you decide you don't like it and want to try a different color. This page has advice about re-dyeing your hair, including how long you should wait before dyeing it again.

 

Weak and Thin Fingernails

Remedies for Weak and Thin FingernailsWeak, thin nails can be very frustrating. This is a page about remedies for weak and thin fingernails.

 

Woman Applying Lotion To her Back.

Applying Lotion To Your BackTrying to apply lotion to your own back can be a challenge. Get creative and also try some of the solutions found in this page. This is a page about applying lotion to your back.

 

A piece of gum that is being removed from a child's hair.

Using Coca-Cola for Removing Bubble Gum in HairCoca-Cola can be used for many cleaning tasks around the home, even removing gum from hair. This is a page about using Coca-Cola for removing bubble gum in hair.

 

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Women using exfoliating glove on legs.

Add Pieces of Soap to Exfoliating GloveThose last tiny slivers of soap are perfect for adding to the inside of your exfoliating glove, using them for one final cleansing task. This is a page about add pieces of soap to exfoliating glove.

 

An older woman with white hair.

Bleaching Yellow From White HairYellow stains on otherwise silver or white hair can be the result of using the wrong shampoo, side effects from some medications, smoking, or a myriad of other causes. This page has advice for removing yellow stains from white hair.

 

Getting Hair Dye Off Skin

Getting Hair Dye Off SkinIt happens, you are dyeing your hair and either didn't wear gloves or accidentally get some on the skin around your hairline. This is a page about getting hair dye off skin.

 

Woman in towel combing wet blond hair

Lightening Your Hair With Hydrogen PeroxideThis is a page about lightening your hair with hydrogen peroxide. When you want to lighten your hair without going to the salon, you may consider using a hydrogen peroxide recipe.

 

foundation makeup

Keeping Makeup From Rubbing Off On Clothing?Having your makeup rub off on your favorite top is very frustrating. This is a page about keeping makeup from rubbing off on clothing.

 

Knotted and Tangled Hair

Remedies for Knotted and Tangled HairThis page is about remedies for knotted and tangled hair. Depending on the kind of hair you are dealing with, there are a ways to get it untangled.

 

A woman shaving her legs.

Tips for Shaving Your LegsThis is a page about tips for shaving your legs. Shaving your legs can leave you with nicks, cuts, and irritation.

 

Close up of woman's hand with broken nail

Remedies for Splitting FingernailsThis is a page about fingernails splitting. Splitting nails can be the result of several environment causes, such as chemical exposure. Genetics and disease can also be the culprit.

 

A brush full of hair from hair loss.

Thinner Hair After Cutting Off Perm?This is a page about having thinner hair after cutting off perm. Permanent chemicals are strong and can cause changes to your hair texture.

 

Washing Your Hair

Washing Your Hair With Hard WaterIf you live in an area with hard water you know how difficult it can be to get your hair really clean. This is a page about washing your hair with hard water.

 

A pink razor.

Shaving Your Bikini AreaThis is a page about shaving your bikini area. Care must be taken when shaving your bikini area to get a close, smooth finish, without causing irritation.

 

Permed Hair

Straightening Permed HairThis is a page about straightening permed hair. Sometimes a perm is used to give your hair body, but you still want to have a more sleek style.

 

Dark Eyebrows

How to Lighten Dark Eyebrows?This is a page about how to lighten dark eyebrows. If your eyebrows seem too dark you may want to consider lightening them.

 

Finger pointing at a mole on skin

Remedies for Moles on SkinThis is a page about remedies for moles on skin. Consult your physician with any concerns about skin moles and tags.

 

Homemade Plumping Lip Exfoliator - before and after photo

Homemade Plumping Lip ExfoliatorMake your own lip exfoliator, that also plumps up your lips. Making your own homemade plumping lip exfoliator is easier than you might think.

 

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vegetable shortening in a bowl

Using Crisco as a MoisturizerJust about any oil can be used as moisturizer when used in moderation. This is a page about using crisco as a moisturizer.

 

Nails with a beautiful French manicure.

DIY French Tips ManicureHere are some tips for a do it yourself French manicure. The fingernail tips are painted a different color in this method.

 

Woman Dyeing Her Hair

Gentle Hair Dye Advice?This page contains gentle hair dye advice. For many people, the harsh chemicals in hair dye irritate their skin or make then feel ill. Here are some suggestions for natural and less noxious hair dye options.

 

Hair in curlers getting a perm.

How Soon Can I Get Another Perm?Re-perming your hair too soon can have disastrous results, depending on the condition of your hair and the type of perm used. Talk to a professional to determine how long you should wait. This is a page about, "How soon can I get another perm?".

 

Keeping Hair Dye Off Skin

Keeping Hair Dye Off Your SkinThis page is about keeping hair dye off skin. When dyeing hair at home, it's important to take some precautions to avoid getting the color on your skin.

 

Hair Dye With Brush

Dyeing Hair After Bleaching?This is a page about dyeing hair after bleaching. Dyeing your hair too quickly after bleaching it can cause damage to your hair. It also can result in the color being different from what is pictured on the box.

 

Close up of Perming Dyed Hair

Perming Dyed Hair?Hair can be damaged by the chemicals in both hair dye and perms. Care needs to be taken if trying to do both treatments on your hair. This is a page about perming dyed hair.

 

A dark haired woman getting a foil treatment at a salon.

Lightening Dark Brown Hair?Trying to lighten your naturally dark hair can have some unexpected results. This is a page about lightening dark brown hair.

 

A young man with orange hair.

Hair Orangish Color After Bleaching?Sometimes when bleaching your hair you will end up with an orange color rather than the desired color. This page has advice about what to do when your hair has a orangish color after bleaching.

 

Hair Spray Nozzle

Unclogging Hair Spray NozzleThis is a page about unclogging a hair spray nozzle. Hair spray nozzles can easily get clogged. Then they will either splatter in stead f mist or not spray at all.

 

Close up of woman with thin eyebrows plucking them

Getting Over-Plucked Eyebrows to Grow BackThis is a page about getting over-plucked eyebrows to grow back. Over-plucking of your eyebrows can result in patchy thin or bald spots.

 

Three heads of garlic on a wooden surface.

Using Garlic For Stronger NailsApplying garlic directly to your nails may help to strengthen them. This is a page about use garlic for stronger nails.

 

A woman rinsing her hair in the shower.

Copycat Tame Creme Rinse RecipeWhen you really like how a product works for you, sometimes you can make a substitute. This page is about making a copycat tame creme rinse recipe.

 

A girl with blonde hair.

Getting Hair Color Back to Natural After DyeingWaiting for your hair to grow out to your natural hue can take longer than you want to wait. This page is about getting hair color back to natural after dyeing.

 

Trimming and Upkeep of Acrylic Nails - nails after drying

Trimming and Upkeep of Acrylic NailsTo save money, you can care for your acrylic nails at home between salon visits. Care needs to be taken to not damage the nails. This is a page about the trimming and upkeep of acrylic nails.

 

young girl with facial blemishes, eyes closed

ProActiv Stopped Working for Me?This is a page about Proactiv has stopped working for me. To keep acne under control you may need to change your diet, reduce the stress in your life and get adequate sleep, as well as using a skin product.

 

A woman's legs.

Removing Hair Without Shaving or Waxing?This is a page about removing hair without shaving or waxing. There are alternative methods for removing hair on your legs that don't involve shaving or waxing.

 

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Dry Cracked Bleeding Fingertips?A co-worker has very dry finger tips in the winter time. They split open and bleed and are painful. He always has them wrapped in bandaids and applies lotion to them periodically, but they keep cracking. Any ideas?

 

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Getting Rid of Calluses on Elbow?How do I get rid of a callous on my elbow? I probably developed it from propping my elbow on my desk. I went to dermatologist to have it removed. She said if she removed it may hit a nerve. It gets dry and scaly. All lotion or Vaseline does it soften it.

 

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Shaving Advice?Hello, how can bump be gotten rid of for men with a light coloured skin and what is the best way of shaving and what is to be applied before and after shaving to smoothen the skin. I look forward to hearing from you.

 

A hand with an oil slick manicure.

DIY Oil Slick NailsOil slick nails are super cute, but the price you pay to get them done at the salon is insane. You can do them yourself at home for a mere fraction of the price. Plus, you get enough chrome powder to do them many, many times over.

 

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Can I Get a Perm On Colour Treated Hair?I have very straight, limp, lifeless hair, which I keep short in a bob. I would like to grow it longer and would like to get a 'demi wave' (if they're still called that) but I also want to keep colouring my hair (I do that every 2-3 months). Is this possible? I used to do it when I was younger. I'm just fed up with spending hours with rollers in my hair only for the curl to last about an hour.

 

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Plucking Facial Hair Results in Black Spots?I have hairs growing on my cheeks and chin. I usually pluck them. Eventually I have black spots where I have removed the hair. How do I get rid of these marks?

 

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Waxy Buildup on Your Skin From Deodorant?How do you remove the waxy buildup on your skin from stick antiperspirants / deodorants? Need a solvent for the wax and soap doesn't work.

 

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Hairdresser Turned Hair Rose-gold Instead of Blonde?I went in to have my roots touched up blonde. Roots are blonde. Much of the rest of my hair is not! It turned rose-gold. She said it is impossible to remove. I have to wait until it grows out. So she added highlights! I'm very unhappy!

 

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Bantu Perm Query?Hi, I Bantu my hair all the time. I'm wanting to know if I can add perming lotion/process to my Bantu knots to get a permanent Bantu knot look?

 

A pair of nail clippers with tape on the side.

Nail Clipper HackThis nail clipper used to have a plastic shield to prevent nail clippings from flying. Unfortunately the plastic shield broke and I tried to find a replacement nail clipper (no luck).

 

A woman doing a perm at home.

Using Old Home Perm ProductsDoes the thioglycolic acid curl activator in home perms expire or go bad? I have had it for quite a while and it's turned brown. Can I still use it?

 

makeup brushes on top of a toothpaste holder.

Travel Toothbrush Holder for Makeup BrushesI never used this toothbrush holder for toothbrushes but really needed a case for my new makeup brushes. The toothbrush holder works very well for storing and protecting them.

 

A woman receiving a laser treatment for removing her tattoo.

Removing Permanent TattoosA tattoo is usually a lifetime commitment but it is possible to have them removed or covered up if you no longer wish to have them showing. Multiple laser treatments are the most effective way to have them removed but it can be expensive and painful. There are some topical treatments that profess to removing tattoos but these are generally only work on the surface ink, leaving deeper inkwork untouched.

 

A man washing his body in the shower.

Recommendations for Body WashIt can be hard to choose from the many different scents and styles of body wash available for purchase. Prices can range from frugal to expensive but often the ingredients are very similar.

 

A dollop of sugar wax in a hand, ready for use.

How to Make Sugar Wax at HomeThis sugar wax recipe has been tried, tested, and true. After many failed attempts, this recipe has been proven to work, and so we're super pumped to share it with you! You only need three ingredients :)

 

Making Pastel Hair Dyes - mermaid ombré hair color

Making Pastel Hair DyesYou can save lots of money mixing up your own shades of colour instead of buying multiple colours when you want to do your own ombre hair. Due to the pandemic, I've been finding ways to save money, but still have things like fun hair colours and styles. Follow along to find out how to get this thrifty yet beautiful mermaid-inspired ombre hair by making pastels.

 

Moisturizing Lavender Body Scrub - adding more sugar to create a stiffer texture as shown in maker's hand

Moisturizing Lavender Body ScrubThis is a great moisturizing scrub! Plus it smells great;). It can be used anytime and it is excellent for pampering yourself at home. I usually use it right after I shave to soothe my skin (I have very sensitive skin and this is wonderful for it!)

 

A trash bag being used as a cape for cutting hair.

Trash Bag as Cape for Cutting HairBeing homebound with the Covid-19 virus for over 2 months and needing haircuts before the virus, I think our hair grew faster than ever. My husband was getting desperate for a haircut and it will be another two weeks before his hair appointment. He decided he would let me cut his hair.

 

A woman dyeing her hair at home.

Do All Boxed Hair Dyes Have Metallic Salts in Them?I want to dye my hair with Splat in the color crimson. It says not to if I've dyed my hair with a product with metallic salts in it. What do I do?

 

A dab of coconut oil to use for dry hands.

Coconut Oil for Dry HandsCoconut oil is a wonderful product to use for dry skin. Rub some onto your hands and then wear a pair of latex or nitrile gloves until it is absorbed.

 

A woman with foundation on her hand.

Thinning Foundation Make-up?Over time liquid foundation make-up can thicken. It may be possible to thin it down a bit and make it more easy to apply. This page contains some suggestions for thinning your foundation.

 

A woman washing her hair.

Homemade Natural Shampoo and Conditioner Recipes for Color Treated HairIf you have color treated hair and want to make your own shampoo and conditioner from natural ingredients, here are some ideas. It's best to avoid harsh ingredients to prevent the colored dye from fading prematurely.

 

Create Bouncy Curls with Cardboard Tubes - secure hair with bobby pins onto roll

Create Bouncy Curls with Cardboard TubesIf you are looking for a thrifty, no heat, alternative to rollers or a curling iron this tip may just be for you. It is certainly a great temporary fix. You just need bobby pins and some recycled TP or paper towel tubes from your crafting stash. You will be pleased and surprised by the resulting bouncy curls.

 

A person washing their blonde hair.

Removing Pen Ink from Your Hair?You can try to remove pen ink from your hair with hairspray, rubbing alcohol, baking soda, or perhaps a clarifying shampoo. Additional suggestions can be found on this page.

 

Baking soda being measured into a funnel.

Homemade Tooth PowderMost homemade tooth powder has baking soda as the main ingredient. It is a mild abrasive, so you may want to check with your dentist about how frequently to use it. This page contains several recipes for homemade tooth powder.

 

Makeup scattered on a countertop.

Storing MakeupMakeup typically has a shelf life. It may also become contaminated from bacteria and viruses. This page has some suggestions for storing makeup, when to discard it, and some possible methods of sanitizing certain products.

 

DIY Pore Minimizing Face Primer - holding a small container of primer

DIY Pore Minimizing Face PrimerMix up your own, significantly less expensive, pore minimizing face primer using cosmetics you probably already have. Combine translucent powder, moisturizing cream, and foundation that matches your skin tone. You will love the results.

 

A manicured hand next to a gloved and duct-taped hand, protected from hair dye.

Keeping Hair Dye Off Polished NailsTo keep hair dye from ruining your polished nails, wear tight fitting latex or nitrile gloves sealed around your wrists with tape. There are also suggestions, on this page, for removing any dye transfer that might still be bleeding from your hair days later.

 

DIY Long-Lasting Eyelash Lift - closeup of eyes after process

DIY Long-Lasting Eyelash LiftSave a lot of money by doing an eyelash lift at home. This DIY tutorial show you how to use the home kit and offers step by step photos and tips.

 

A woman's made up eyelid and brow.

Making Homemade Eyebrow GelMix aloe vera gel and dark eyeshadow to create an inexpensive alternative to retail eyebrow gel.

 

A homemade bamboo cuticle stick next to a store bought one.

Homemade Cuticle SticksIt's easy to make your own cuticle sticks from a bamboo skewer you may already have in a drawer in your kitchen. Just cut and sand down the cut edge and it's ready to use.

 

A woman drying her hair with a towel.

Drying Hair Tips and TricksWhether you use a hair dryer, a towel or let it air dry, your method of drying can make a difference in the health and manageability of your hair.

 

Small brown glass bottles.

Scented Bath Vinegar RecipeMix fresh herbs and flowers or essential oil with apple cider vinegar to make a scented vinegar bath recipe. It not only helps soften your skin it is relaxing after a long day.

 

Placing nail decals on acrylic nails.

Applying Acrylic Nails at HomeAcrylic nails are often done in a salon. However, there are kits you can get to do your own acrylic nails at home.

 

DIY Translucent Makeup  -Finishing Powder - applying with a puff

DIY Translucent Makeup Finishing PowderIt's nice to have a light finishing powder to help your face makeup set in place, but storebought brands can be expensive. Make this DIY version with baby powder and corn starch and save a bundle.

 

A tanning bed with a towel and other supplies.

Can You Use a Tanning Bed If You Have a Boil?To take proper care of your skin, you may want to avoid using artificial light and excess tanning. This is about "can you use a tanning bed if you have a boil?"

 

Woman using dental floss to apply eyeliner

Dental Floss Pick as an Eyeliner GuideIf you have trouble creating the perfect eyeliner look, try using an inexpensive guide to assist you. This is a page about using a dental floss pick as an eyeliner guide.

 

3-Step DIY Hair Treatment - three supply bottles

3-Step Moisture Locking Hair TreatmentUsing water, oil, and cream, you can moisturize your hair even using some of the least expensive products in your house. This is a page about 3-step moisture locking hair treatment.

 

Sharpening a Lip pencil.

Sharpening Makeup PencilsFreeze your soft tipped makeup pencils before sharpening, so they won't break as easily. This is a page about sharpening makeup pencils.

 

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