context: How to use lavender oil
Dilute pure lavender oil in your choice of carrier.
Applying pure essential oil to your skin can potentially cause severe irritation. The most common dilution is a 2% preparation, or 12 drops of lavender oil per 1 fluid ounce (30 ml) of your carrier oil, lotion, or other moisturizer.
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next sentence for the context: Popular carrier oils include coconut, olive, sweet almond, argan, and avocado oils. You can either dilute the lavender oil ahead of time and store it, or you can dilute a little each time you need it.

context: How to buy clothes for children
Look for high quality fabrics.
Children are very active, and need clothing that is relatively durable, especially for daily use. However, clothing made of good quality fabrics doesn't have to be expensive, and expensive clothing isn't necessarily made of good quality fabrics.
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next sentence for the context: Examine each article of clothing to determine fabric quality. Feel the fabric to make sure it is thick and durable.

context: How to choose a periodontist
Ask your family dentist for a referral.
If you've been instructed to see a periodontist by your dentist, they will usually provide you with a referral. Dental professionals often work hand in hand, enabling you to receive comprehensive care.
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next sentence for the context: Speak to your dentist about periodontists that they work with and/or recommend. Ask your friends and family for referrals.

context: How to argue with parents successfully
Pick your battles.
You shouldn't argue with your parents every time you disagree with them, if only because this strategy will make it harder for you to win when the argument is about something that is really important to you.
Weigh the benefits versus the costs.
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If the topic of the argument is significant to you, it might be worth the effort and the possible consequences of engaging in an argument with your parents. However, if there are minimal worthwhile results, it might be best to let this one go.