In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Put one tea bag of chamomile in a cup of boiling water. Allow to to steep for five minutes and cool slightly before drinking. Swish the tea around your mouth to sooth your gums before swallowing. Aside from chamomile's anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, and muscle-relaxing properties, it can also be used as mouthwash to treat inflammation of the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. Its active ingredients come mainly from its leaves, which contain 1-2% volatile oils, flavonoids, luteolin and quercetin. Mouthwash made from saltwater can be effective in treating red and inflamed gums because it will cleanse the area and help to kill the bacteria that is causing you discomfort. Simply add a teaspoon of salt to a cup of hot water, stirring it until it is dissolved and then swishing it around your mouth as soon as it is cool enough to do so. Make sure that you don't swallow the saltwater. Simply spit it out when you are done swishing it around your mouth. Peppermint extract has 0.1-1.0% oil that is made up of menthol and menthone. These oils act as an analgesic that reduces pain when applied to an inflamed area, such as the gums. Use 3 to 6 grams of peppermint tablets or capsules and dissolve in 10 ml of distilled water as mouthwash. Use once a day. Caution: If you have gallstones, consult your physician first before using peppermint extracts. Sage leaves can be used to treat inflammation inside the mouth, throat and tonsils. To make mouthwash, put 2 tsp of chopped leaves in half a liter of water and bring it to the boil. Let it cool down for 15 minutes before using as mouthwash. Swish for 5 minutes several times a day. Sage contains alpha and beta-thujone, cineole, camphor, rosmarinic acid, flavonoids and tannins. These ingredients have antibacterial and antifungal properties. The use of myrrh in mouthwash has soothing effects on inflamed tissues inside the mouth. Myrrh can also be used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, gingivitis and ulcers. It can be applied topically to mildly inflamed areas inside the mouth. Myrrh contains resin, gum, and nonvolatile oils. The resin component has antimicrobial properties which help the immune system by stimulating activity of the macrophages (type of white blood cell). To prepare the mouthwash, add 30 to 60 drops of myrrh tincture to warm water. Swish around your mouth for 30 seconds. Alternatively, myrrh tincture can be applied directly onto sore parts of the gums. Use a q-tip to directly apply extracts of myrrh. Aloe vera can be directly applied to red and inflamed gum tissues. It can also be used to cure viral oral lesions, ulcers, and gum abscesses. After brushing your teeth, apply a small amount of natural aloe vera gel directly to the inflamed gums. They will feel instantly soothed. Apply the aloe vera solution twice per day until the inflammation subsides. Natural, untreated manuka honey, from New Zealand, has antimicrobial and wound healing properties. It helps to keep the gums stay moist and provides a protective barrier over them. Honey can produce hydrogen peroxide and kill bacteria by dehydrating it. It can be used to treat sore gums, ulcers and other problems inside the mouth. Use a q-tip to apply a small amount of 100% pure honey to sore areas inside your mouth. Do this three times a day for five days.
Summary: Soothe sore gums with chamomile tea. Prepare a mouthwash of saltwater. Use peppermint tablets or capsules. Use sage leaves. Make mouthwash from myrrh tinctures. Apply aloe vera on sore gums. Help gums heal with manuka honey.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: It can be difficult to tell if the foundation shade is the right color while it's in the bottle. Most beauty supply stores have testers in different shades so you can compare them. To test, apply a little of 2 or 3 shades to different areas of your neck and then take a selfie with the flash on. Whichever one blends the best is the ones you want. Liquid foundations are best for dry skin, while powder or cream foundations are better for oily or combination skin. Blush should give a natural glow to your face, just like you have when you are exercising. Choose a shade that looks like the natural color your cheeks turn when you are flushed. If you don't have a problem with blemishes or dark circles under your eyes, you probably don't need to worry about concealer. However, if you want to be able to cover up little spots and adjust uneven colors in your skin, buy a little bottle of concealer matches your skin tone or that is a shade lighter. You can wear concealer with a foundation for a lot of coverage and evenness or you can wear either one without the other. Many people will just cover blemishes with concealer and gowithout bothering with foundation. It really depends on your skin and your preferences. Light, natural eyeshadows will brighten up your eyes without making it obvious you are wearing any makeup at all. For the most natural look as you ease into wearing makeup, go with shadows in shades of beige, tan, and brown. If you want a little more color, choose really pale shades of purple, green, or pink. The key is to use colors that don't stand out too much. Mascara is one of the most difficult cosmetics to keep neat all day long. If you sweat, get wet, cry, or rub your eyes because they are itchy, you'll likely mess up your mascara. To avoid the mess, go with the waterproof kind. For a natural look, chose brown mascara. You can go with lighter or darker shades of brown based on your hair color and skin tone, but you should avoid black and blue mascara when you are still learning how to create your personalized look. When you first starting wearing makeup, don't go for bright lip colors right away because they can easily look unnatural until you get the hang of it. Instead, keep your lips from drying out or getting chapped by using a simple lip balm, like ChapStick, or a shiny lip gloss. If you decide you want to use lipstick with color, there are several natural color options. Try to find something that is close to your real lip color. Inexpensive beauty products usually come with disposable applicators. However, you may want to invest in some good quality brushes so that you can become comfortable with using your own tools to apply your makeup. Check the labels of all your products to ensure they won't damage your skin. Before you buy any product, look for words like "oil-free," "won't clog pores," or "non-comedogenic" on the label. As you get older, breakouts may not be as much of a concern, but when you are a teen, you have to be vigilant about not putting anything on your skin that may clog your pores or irritate your skin. You can have fun experimenting with products like contouring makeup, eyeliners, lipsticks, and eyebrow kits. Search video tutorials, website, or wikiHow articles for information about applying more advanced kinds of makeup. You'll find helpful tips and instructions for every kind of skin tone, skin type, and beauty product.
Summary:
Select a foundation shade that is very close to your natural skin color. Buy a blush in a color that will make you look like you just ran a mile. Have a concealer on hand for covering blemishes or dark undereye circles. Choose a nude or neutral-colored eyeshadow palette when you are new to makeup. Go with waterproof mascara so it doesn't smudge throughout the day. Use a moisture-rich lip gloss or lip balm. Splurge on a set of makeup brushes, if you are able. Prevent breakouts by buying non-comedogenic products. Expand your kit as you get more comfortable wearing makeup.