This single-ingredient product is a safe and effective way to lock in moisture and prevent further drying. Most lip balm products with additional ingredients cannot make the same guarantee. You'd think any lip balm would work, since it's designed for this exact problem. Unfortunately, products that contain menthol, camphor, or peppermint are particularly harsh on damaged lips. Avoid purchasing products with these items listed as ingredients. Many dermatologists recommend petroleum jelly (Vaseline), but some disagree, stating that it may cause harm. Unlike lip balms, which seal in moisture to prevent drying, lip moisturizers try to rehydrate directly. Some dermatologists recommend moisturizers that contain vitamins A, B, and E, or dimethicone. It's best when used right after a shower, as water, shampoo, and soap can dry out already damaged lips. All-natural lip balms and moisturizers can be effective, but many claims are not supported by evidence. In general, waxes and fats are likely to help seal in moisture, including beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil, cocoa butter, and vegetable oils. However, essential oils and fragrances are more likely to irritate your lips than soothe them, and can even cause a major reaction. If you're not interested in buying products from a store, you can use items housed in your kitchen for relief. Keep in mind that most of these recipes are not vetted by professionals. It's best to stick to simple ingredients and avoid essential oils, or dilute them to 2% strength or less. To make a simple lip balm, take a cup of shaved beeswax, 3 tablespoons of coconut oil, and a teaspoon of vitamin E oil and boil them together over the stove. Remove from heat and let the concoction dry and solidify overnight. A gentle exfoliant may help your lips, but too much can easily cause harm. Try applying a mixture of olive oil, honey, and sugar to your lips for 10 minutes and then washing it off. This should moisturize and soften your lips, but stop if you notice further damage. Some websites claim flaxseed oil helps heal chapped lips by restoring essential fatty acids. This may or may not work, but be aware that flax can have dangerous effects if you have certain medical conditions, or an allergic reaction. If you decide to use it, you may apply a small dab of flaxseed oil directly to your lips. Flaxseed oil can also be used as an ingredient in dressings, salsa, and dips. You can also add a drop to foods like cottage cheese, baked potatoes, and popcorn. Be careful. Flaxseed oil does not last long, so make sure to use it within the first three months of purchase.
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One-sentence summary -- Apply beeswax. Choose lip balm with caution. Try lip moisturizers. Apply natural treatments. Make homemade lip balm. Exfoliate gently. Consider flaxseed oil.

Fabrics that don't wrinkle easily can be rolled. It's a quick, easy way to pack pants that you don't mind getting a little more wrinkled. Rolling items will give you more storage space in your suitcase, since rolled items take up less room than folded items. Here are the types of pants you can roll: Jeans Leggings Workout pants
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One-sentence summary -- Know which pants should be rolled.

Make sure the paddle you're playing with has rubber attached to at least one side. Most ping pong paddles have a thin sheet of rubber glued to the flat surface of the paddle. This adds traction to the face of the paddle and gives you more control over the ball. If your play style involves using a lot of spin to switch up the speed and direction of the ball, it's important that you find a paddle with some good, grippy rubber. Having control over the ball means making it go where you want at the speed you want, without having to worry about the ball sliding or deflecting off the paddle. Almost all ping pong paddles are rubberized these days. However, the quality, durability and play characteristics of rubbers can vary greatly. Play with a textured paddle to change the way you handle the ball. In addition to the rubber layer, some paddles also have textures known as "pimples," "dimples" or "waffling" that grip the ball and help it stick briefly after it makes contact. For defensive players and people who like to decide the pace of a game, a textured paddle can make a big difference. With a textured paddle, you'll have additional traction but give up a little bit of speed and reactivity on returns. Deep textures are not recommended for players who use a lot of spin techniques. Decide whether you'd play better with a thicker or thinner rubber sponge. The sponge lies beneath the outer surface of the rubber to absorb impact and offer grip and control. It also changes the speed with which the ball can be returned. Thicker sponges make the paddle heavier and more dense, which lets you hit the ball with more speed. Thin layers of rubber, on the other hand, provide sensitivity and let you slow things down a bit. In addition to the type, softness and texture of the rubber, you have a choice of how thick you want the sponge. The more you play with a paddle, the fast the rubber surface will begin to show signs of wear. When this happens, either replace the rubber and sponge or drop some money on a new paddle. Rubber that has been worn thin loses a lot of its grippiness and spring, which will compromise your technique. Look for places where the texturing is thinned out or feels less pronounced to the touch. If you tend to use commercial paddles, buy a new one once the old one is past its prime. If you play with a custom paddle, strip off the worn out rubber and attach a new one.
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One-sentence summary -- Play with a rubberized paddle to increase control. Look at different rubber textures. Consider how thick you want the rubber sponge to be. Replace your paddle or rubber when it becomes worn out.

Don't worry about dressing up for breakfast or lunch. Most people relax and lounge by the pool during the day on cruises, so break out your casual clothes for daytime activities. You should still make an effort to look presentable during the day. You wouldn't want to wear your pajamas to walk around the cruise ship. Wear jeans and a lightweight t-shirt or throw on a sundress. If you're going on a cruise somewhere warm, shorts paired with a blouse or t-shirt is an easy go-to casual outfit. If you're going somewhere cold, a heavy sweater with jeans or khakis works. You'll have a better time walking around the deck and relaxing if you're dressed in something comfortable. You may not be able to wear shorts into the dining room for dinner, so factor in time to change if you decide to wear them. Go with a pair of sneakers or sandals during the day, or a pair of flip-flops if you'll be swimming at the pool. Avoid shoes that might hurt your feet, like high heels and dress shoes. Wear a shirt and shorts or a dress over your bathing suit to get from your room to the pool area. When you leave the pool area, cover up again. Make sure you bring shoes for your walk to and from the pool area.
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Wear casual clothes during the day. Dress in clothes you're comfortable in. Wear comfortable shoes you won't mind walking around in. Don't wear your bathing suit outside of the pool area.