Without question, the worst thing about cleaning the bathroom is removing soap scum. And unfortunately, it needs to be done. The stuff is not only disgustingly ugly, it’s also an embarrassing testament to your lack of cleanliness. It really shouldn’t be embarrassing, but it is. Most people actually have good excuses for not cleaning soap scum. Sometimes it was already there when they moved in. sometimes they have six kids and the stuff builds up before before you have the chance to combat it. And sometimes people just don’t have the time to clean soap scum from shower doors, showers, and tubs. Soap scum, if it’s been left for long enough, is unbelievably hard and has a stubborn streak to match. Through years of having the misfortune of moving into apartments where the prior tenants were slobs, I have successfully learned the fine art of cleaning soap scum. I’ve also learned how to do it without the use chlorine products or TSP. If you want to learn how to remove soap scum safely and effectively, check out this article.
Bad luck isn’t mere superstition. It’s science. It’s math. Once you open your heart and mind to this truth, healing can begin. The methods I prescribe to get rid of bad luck are aggressive to say the least. My bad luck cures may involve taking considerable risks. You may end up getting your stomach pumped. You may get arrested. You may need to find new friends - even change your name. But these risks are a mere nothing when you consider a life wrought with foul coincidence. Do you really want to live at odds with the malicious, all-pervasive force of bad luck? No, I didn’t think so. Follow a link to learn how to get rid of bad luck.
Nasal congestion can hamper your quality of life in many ways. First of all, not being able to breathe clearly can lead to poor moods and grumpiness. Grumpy or not, congestion also interferes with work, both mental and physical. What’s more, without a clean nose, you’ll undoubtedly be forced to mouth breathe. And mouth breathers are (unfortunately) widely considered to be subhuman in our society. Also, you’ll probably never have sex with someone once they have seen your nose goblins. Ok…you’re horrified enough already. You want to know how to clean your nose. Well, there are many ways to dispatch snot and defeat boogers without the use of your index finger. There are saline nasal irrigation products, neti pots, OTC drugs, and natural treatments like eucalyptus oil . Learn about these and more in my latest article.
First of all, cymbal cleaning is completely a matter of preference. Many great drummers are content to let their cymbals develop a deep, dark tarnish. This happens to cymbals when they are exposed to air or moisture. Tarnish actually protects metal. Some percussionists get rid of the tarnish for cosmetic reasons. They want to shine on stage; it’s part of the presentation. Others believe that shiny, clean cymbals emit a sharper, more resonant sound suited for heavier music. Whatever your reasons are, you can learn how to clean cymbals by reading my latest article. I cover commercial cymbal cleaners, common metal polishes, as well as natural, homemade metal cleaners. You’ll also find tips for cymbal care, maintenence, and storage. Follow any link to see how it’s done.
Not long ago, I decided that my DNA deserves an encore - another generation at least. My wife felt the same. We got pregnant, and we were soon awash in a deluge of love and support. That is what happens when you deliver parents their first grandchild. I got many books on babies, birth, all those things that happen after the fun part. Mostly, these books seemed hell-bent on conveying one focused message…”Be thankful you’re a man”. Though without a doubt miraculous and beautiful, pregnancy is also very cruel. The weight gain, the discomfort, the laundry list of things women can’t do, can’t eat, drink or enjoy… Worst of all, to my way of thinking, is morning sickness - the scourge of the first trimester (sometimes more). I know I can’t really understand what morning sickness feels like, and of course the experience varies from woman to woman. Still, many say the sensation is a lot like sea sickness - a feeling I know well and desperately loathe. As a small token of my appreciation for the women who endure the beauty and horror of pregnancy, I’ve put together a simple yet comprehensive guide on how to get rid of morning sickness. I’ve read the books, talked to mothers, and slogged through the research. It’s all here: natural morning sickness remedies, tried and true morning sickness supplements and products, simple lifestyle changes, morning sickness medications - really all the safe, doctor-approved methods used to get rid of morning sickness. Of course, you’ll want to talk to your doctor about whatever morning sickness treatments you pursue, but knowing what your options are can improve appointments. Good luck, mothers to be.
Many people who want to learn how to get rid of chest acne see their affliction as different from other acne - its own category of blemish. Beyond geography, chest acne is very similar to facial acne. The only difference is the skin is thicker and perhaps can be treated a bit more aggressively. Like all acne, chest acne forms when pores become plugged. This happens when skin cells slough (shed) abnormally and/or the sebaceous glands produce too much sebum - an oil that normally protects and moisturizes skin. Severe acne should be treated by a dermatologist to get the problem under control and prevent scarring. Though I’ve done my homework (and own a lab coat), I am not a doctor. This article outlines practical, research-based methods used to get rid of chest acne that is mild to moderate. Follow any link to explore options that you can pursue at home, on the cheap, without a prescription.
Nothing can bring me back to my childhood quicker than the phrase “clean your room.” As children, cleaning our rooms is just about the worst thing our parents can ask us to do, save brushing our teeth or taking a bath. Why do children hate to do these things? Is it simply because these tasks are not fun? Maybe, or perhaps it truly is a rare and pure form of torture that only children are aware of, the pain of which is numbed with time. I still hate cleaning. But now, I also enjoy the benefits of walking barefoot around my house without getting little bits of shit stuck to them. And I have cats. When I vacuum, I enter into a Zen-like trance and I transcend my conscious reality. Especially when I chase the cats around with the vacuum cleaner. My point is that cleaning your room will most likely never be all that fun. Like an irritating family member, cleaning must be entertained frequently enough to keep up appearances. That doesn’t mean we have to enjoy it. But we should try. If you choose to continue reading this article, I think you will find the advice helpful and perhaps a little humorous. Especially the part about your mom.
When a body repairs a wound, it often uses a fibrous scar tissue, or fibroblast, to do so. This scar tissue looks different than other skin because it is reinforced. Your body does this reinforcing in an attempt to keep your skin from tearing open again. It is unable or perhaps unwilling to take into account how a large, shiny, pink lump of flesh on your face is going to affect your emotional state. But then, your body is the one that started this whole pimple thing, isn’t it? The answer to acne scarring is not simple. Certain people seem to have a certain genetic predisposition to acne. But often, acne or pimples are made worse by not treating them correctly. And ultimately the pimple scars, for the most part, could have been prevented. You should know that I am not a doctor. And serious cases of acne, the ones that cause scarring, should be taken to a dermatologist. The dermatologist will offer some advice and a few different courses of treatment. This article is a collection of information designed to help you make an informed decision—not to make the decision for you.
Microfiber is perhaps the best fabric to hit the market since…cotton? Okay, okay, I don’t mean to get carried away here. But really, microfiber is pretty fantastic stuff. We have microfiber couches, microfiber sofas, microfiber towels and all sorts of other microfiber products. The only problem with it, is that you have to be very careful when it comes to cleaning microfiber. If you don’t wash microfiber properly, be it your rags or your couch, you can very easily ruin it or at the very least make it ugly. And since the stuff isn’t exactly cheap, this is a bad thing. So, with all the new and different microfiber products hitting stores of late, I decided it was high time to write an article on how to wash microfiber. And here it is. If you need to learn a little something about washing microfiber (be it microfiber furniture or microfiber cloths) then please, check out my article How to Clean Microfiber.
I would never admit it to my new wife, but beer just might be one of the most important aspects of my life. Especially a good IPA. Ah yeah…just the thought of all that lupulin goodness makes me go a big rubbery one. Unfortunately, the drinking of beer comes with a price. Have you noticed that big flap of something hanging down over your belt? That’s your beer belly. Sorry to have to be the one to break it to you, but an excess of beer just isn’t good for your waistline. Beer bellies aren’t good for your health either. While that fact should be the most important reason for people to want to get rid of beer belly fat, it’s usually not. For many, the number one reason for wanting to lose a fat beer belly is vanity. And you know what? I’m no different. When I decided to lose the beer belly it was because I didn’t feel good about the way I looked. And you know what else? My quest to get rid of beer belly gut fat was pretty successful, and now, I want to tell all of you other beer lovers out there how to lose a beer belly without having to give up beer. So, if you want to learn how to get rid of a beer belly or how to lose a beer belly without giving up all the beer, check out this article.