It’s daunting to take a pair of pants out of the dryer, only to find they’re now a size or two smaller. Whether your pants shrunk when you washed them or you bought them just a bit too tight, you don’t have to give them to charity or pitch them in the trash. Try some home remedies to stretch the pants to fit.
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Fleece is a durable fabric that keeps you warm in the winter, but it also tends to develop unsightly fuzz. Fuzz forms on fleece when small fibers ball up on the surface. If you have a new fleece jacket that’s covered in fuzz, don’t hurry back to the store for a refund.
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When your feet are poking through backless heels or your strutting around in flip-flops, the last thing you want showing are nasty calluses on your feet.
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Tea tree oil is extracted from the leaves of a tree species that is native to Australia. Despite its name, tea tree oil actually has no relationship to the tea we drink. Its antiseptic properties are used as a way to treat a variety of infections.
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When white specks plague your black hair -- and it’s not from the wintery snowfall outside -- dandruff is the likely culprit.
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Cotton is a robust fabric, and while some cotton shirts are pre-shrunk, others are not. If you have a cotton shirt that is too tight, you can stretch the shirt out to make it larger.
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Shoes take a beating the moment you wear them out of the house. Over time, the toes of shoes may become nicked, which greatly diminishes the appearance. This is especially true for leather or patent leather shoes. With one easy-to-find product, you can repair small nicks in the toes of your shoes right at home.
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A wrinkled tie gives you a disheveled look, which is probably not what you’re going for if you have a tie on in the first place. Ties can be made from a variety of fabrics, but some of the most common are silk, polyester, cotton and wool.
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A perm is a quick way to add bouncy curls to straight hair. Perms can be pricy and time consuming, but care can increase the lifespan of your curls. Pay attention to your hair care routine to get the most out of your perm.
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The odor of smoke often lingers, even when you're away from the source. When your clothes smell like smoke from a fire, cigarette just from cooking, try home remedies to eliminate the odor. Some common household products can remove the odor and leave your clothes smelling fresh again.
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Thick, full eyebrows add definition to the eyes and upper portion of the face; but if you've gotten tweezer-happy or your eyebrows are naturally thin, you may be in need of a boost. While you can use an eyebrow pencil to add some faux brow hairs, you may find it doesn't look as natural as you'd like.
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If you suffer from dry skin on your face, glycerin may be your new must-have product. This clear liquid is derived from either animal fat or vegetable oils, is odorless, and has the consistency of thick syrup.
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The good part about canvas shoes is that they go with a variety of outfits. The not-so-good part is that they may take some time to break in. The insides of the shoes can rub against your feet, causing blisters or sores, even if the shoes are the right size and fit you well.
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Whether high heels, sneakers or flats, shoes that are too tight are uncomfortable and can cause problems with your feet. Blisters may develop on your feet from wearing shoes that are too tight in the heel area.
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Tweezers are a handy tool for removing splinters, ticks and facial hair, but they can harbor germs and bacteria. It’s important to sanitize tweezers thoroughly after they come into contact with blood, bugs or anything else that may lead to the spread of bacteria. Rinsing tweezers under water isn’t enough to do the job.
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Eggs and olive oil aren’t just must-haves in your kitchen. These two foods have also earned a spot right alongside your favorite hair care products. Egg yolk and olive oil are both high in fat, making them natural moisturizers. In addition, the protein in egg yolk helps to strengthen your hair.
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When a dry and itchy scalp has you scratching your head not only in search of a quick fix, it's time to add some moisture. Just like the skin on the rest of your body, your scalp can become dehydrated, which leads to itching and sometimes even embarrassing flakes.
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Blackheads on your cheeks can ruin a near-perfect complexion. They are caused when dead skin, bacteria and other debris clogs the pores. When this combination gets pushed toward the skin's surface, it turns black from contact with air.
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Changing up your hair color can be fun and give you a whole new look, but all the chemicals used can damage your tresses. African-American hair is usually drier than most other types of hair, so it’s particularly susceptible to damage from chemicals.
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Dentures are just like your natural teeth in that they get dirty with food particles and plaque, and can even become discolored from certain drinks and smoking. There is a variety of store-bought denture soaks on the shelves, but these products are pricey and sometimes ineffective.
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