INPUT ARTICLE: Article: requently. You should also keep your living area clean and tidy by picking up dirty clothing on the floor and making sure it ends up in the laundry bin. Then, make it a habit to do your laundry frequently, preferably on a weekly basis. This will ensure you have clean clothes available every day and that your living area is not cluttered with dirty clothing. You should also make a point of washing your bed sheets and your bath towels once a week to ensure they stay clean and free of germs. You should also wash any blankets, rugs, or cleaning rags once a week so they stay fresh and dust free. You may designate one day of the week "laundry day", such as Sunday, so you always do laundry once a week. . Whether you live in a house, an apartment, or you have a room at your parent's place, you should make an effort to keep your area clean. This means doing daily cleaning like dusting, sweeping, and mopping the floors so they do not collect dust or dirt. You should also pick up after yourself and put any items you have been using away so they do not create clutter. You may decide to organize your area if it has become too messy and cluttered. Having a space that is organized will make it easier to keep it clean and tidy. When you are cleaning your area, you should use effective cleaning products. Make sure you use cleaning products to wipe down surfaces and to mop the floors. You should also use carpet cleaning products to clean any rugs or carpet in your area. You can also stay organized and on top of your household chores by making a schedule and sticking to the schedule. A schedule for chores may be ideal if there are multiple people living in your household, such as roommates or siblings. You should assign different chores to each person or rotate chores so they get done. For example, you may have chores like "cleaning the kitchen", "taking out the garbage and the recycling", "cleaning the bathroom", and "sweeping the porch." You should then agree to rotate the chores with the people in your home or assign each chore to one person. Try to hold yourself and others accountable for getting the chores done. Working together to do the chores as a team will make them much easier to tackle than having to do them on your own. You should also schedule in "deep cleans" of your home or living area. Doing a deep clean once a month will ensure your home stays clean and prevents the build up of dust and dirt. Start by decluttering any areas in your home. You should also start high and move your way down, focusing on cleaning your ceilings, your walls, and your baseboards. You may also vacuum your home from top to bottom and wash the windows inside and out to remove dust and dirt. You can also clean any blinds, drapes, or curtains with the brush attachment on the vacuum. You should also dust all surfaces in your home. Move any items on shelves or ledges and make sure you dust the entire surface. Sweep and mop the floors if you have hardwood, focusing on all the crevices and cracks in the floor. You should use a professional carpet cleaner for carpeted floors.

SUMMARY: frequently. Keep your area tidy and clean Make a schedule for household chores. Do regular "deep cleans".

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Because astringents remove excess oil from the surface of your skin, they can also help prevent clogged pores and acne. If you want to add even more acne-fighting power, find an astringent with a blemish fighting ingredient like salicylic acid or glycolic acid listed among the active ingredients. For acne-prone skin that is not oily, skip the astringent. Drying your skin out too much may increase your breakouts. If your skin is prone to redness or irritation, take special care when choosing an astringent. Alcohol-free astringents are much gentler on the skin. If you feel any burning or stinging, or if your face turns red after applying astringent, stop using it. Other ingredients you may want to avoid if you have sensitive skin include fragrances, colorants, menthol, and sodium lauryl sulfate. If you already have dry skin, an astringent can take out even more moisture and make the problem worse. In this case, you may consider using a toner instead of astringent. They have the same cleansing properties as astringents, but they can help soothe and draw moisture back into the skin. Toners also prime the skin so your moisturizer can penetrate even deeper. To soothe dry skin, look for moisture-enhancing ingredients in your toner like glycerine, propylene glycol, butylene glycol, aloe, hyaluronic acid, and sodium lactate. Witch hazel is a natural astringent made from the bark and leaves of a plant called Hamamelis virginiana. The astringent properties of witch hazel come from natural compounds called tannins. It is a quite gentle astringent that usually works well for all skin types. Sometimes witch hazel products have high concentrations of alcohol. If you want to find the most gentle form of witch hazel, check the ingredients to make sure there is no alcohol, and look for "witch hazel extract" in the ingredient list instead of "witch hazel distillate".
Summary: Use astringents with blemish-fighting ingredients for acne-prone skin. Choose alcohol-free astringents if you have sensitive skin. Consider using a toner instead of an astringent for dry skin. Try using witch hazel if you are unsure what to choose.

You'll be amazed at how quickly you begin to receive things once the word is out about your pregnancy. Once your doctor confirms your pregnancy, the information is passed on to your insurance company. Like magic, your mailbox will be full of freebies, such as free magazine subscriptions, diapers and baby care items, and coupons. Once your friends, family and coworkers find out your expecting, they will likely shower you with offers to borrow their old pregnancy stuff. It's not a bad idea to borrow maternity clothing such as pants and shirts or dresses. You never know how quickly your baby bump will blossom, so with a stockpile of various maternity sizes, you may never have to purchase a pregnancy wardrobe. Friends and family may offer to lend you baby clothes or toys; it's smart to take them up on the offer. The more items you stock up on, the less you will need to buy. Consider shopping at thrift stores or consignment shops, since most of these stores have a collection of nearly new baby clothes, toys, high chairs and strollers. Once your baby grows, you can pass the outgrown items on to a friend or bring them to the consignment shop and make a few dollars.
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One-sentence summary -- Spread the word. Consider borrowing. Think about acquiring gently used baby items.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: While quicksand is not a unique kind of soil, it can form anywhere groundwater mixes with sandy soil, creating a distinctive soupy mixture. Learning to anticipate places you might encounter quicksand is the best way to avoid becoming entangled in it. Quicksand most commonly occurs in: Tidal flats Swamps and marshes Near lake shores Near underground springs Be on the lookout for ground that appears unstable and wet, or sand that has unnatural looking "ripples" in the texture. You should be able to see water seeping up from below the sand, making quicksand quite visible if you're on the lookout as you're hiking around. Always bring a hefty walking stick, both to use in case you become stuck, but also to tap the ground in front of you as you walk. A few seconds with a walking stick could be the difference between a messy wrestling match with a pool of quicksand and a safe hike.

SUMMARY:
Recognize common quicksand areas. Look for ripples. Test the ground in front of you with your walking stick.