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After each color change, twist the strands together one time. This will help to anchor the yarn in place. When you return to the same spot again, twist the strands again and continue knitting. Whenever you switch yarns, you will need to pick up the new color. For vertical stitches (those that are forming a straight up and down line between two colors), insert your needle underneath the old color to pick up the new color. Diagonal knit stitches require a slightly different approach from vertical knit stitches. When changing colors in a pattern that forms a diagonal line, insert the needle over the old color of yarn to pick up the new color. If you are purling a diagonal stitch, then you will pick up the yarn from under the old color of yarn. Insert the needle under the old yarn and pick up the new color strand.

summary: Twist the strands together when you switch. Pick up the new color from under the old color for vertical knit and purl stitches. Bring the new color over the old color for diagonal knit stitches. Pick up the new color from under the old color for diagonal purl stitches.

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Exfoliating can be helpful for some skin types. However, other skin types may be irritated by using an exfoliant too often. To prevent irritation from exfoliating, it is best to limit exfoliation to twice per week. Choose an exfoliating product that contains no more than 2% salicylic acid or 10% glycolic acid. Any higher than these levels and the exfoliating product may irritate your skin. Do not exfoliate if you have herpes simplex, warts, or molluscum contagiosum. This could lead to an infection. Avoid exfoliating if you are prone to dark spots from bug bites or burns. This is more common in people who have dark skin tones. If you have acne-prone skin, then you can exfoliate daily. Alternate between mechanical and chemical exfoliants from day to day. Mechanical exfoliants are made up of rough substances, such as corn cob meal silica, and date seeds. These also include loofahs and rough sponges. A chemical exfoliant breaks down the protein or bonds between cells using special ingredients. If your skin is prone to breakouts, then using a product that contains over-the-counter acne medicine may be helpful. You can find cleansers and other products that include ingredients that may help to fight and prevent acne. Look for a product that contains salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, or resorcinol. These products are available without a prescription. Keep in mind that it can take a month or more to see results from an over-the-counter acne treatment. You may also experience some redness and scaling as your skin adjusts to the medicine. Products that contain alpha hydroxy acid may be helpful. Alpha hydroxy acid can help to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores, so it may result in smoother skin and also help to prevent acne. Look for a cleanser or moisturizer that contains alpha hydroxy acid. Masks that contain acne-fighting ingredients can help to reduce excess oils and bacteria on your skin. Look for a mask that contains charcoal or kaolin clay. Wash your face as usual and then apply the mask. Leave it on for about 10 minutes and then rinse it off with cool water and pat your skin dry with a clean towel. You can buy a mask or make your own. A 5% tea tree oil gel may be as effective as some over-the-counter acne medicines. If you want to try a natural alternative to benzoyl peroxide or another acne medicine, then tea tree oil might be worth trying. Do not apply the oil directly to your skin. Look for a lotion or gel that contains a 5% concentration of tea tree oil. Keep in mind that you may experience some side effects from using tea tree oil, such as irritation and redness.

summary: Use an exfoliating cleanser twice per week. Try an acne fighting cleanser. Look for products that contain alpha hydroxy acid. Use a mask once per week. Try some tea tree oil gel.

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Peel the banana and cut it into 2-inch (5-cm) chunks. Place these frozen banana chunks in your freezer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until they become frozen solid. You should tray freeze the bananas to prevent them from sticking together. Cover a small cookie sheet with parchment paper and arrange the banana chunks on the sheet in a single layer. Do not let the pieces touch. Stick the cookie sheet in the freezer. Done in this manner, the banana pieces should freeze separately, making them easier to blend into the shake. Add the vanilla coconut milk ice cream, frozen banana chunks, 1/4 cup (60 ml) cacao nibs, peppermint oil, almond milk, spinach, and avocado to the blender. Blend on high speed until smooth and evenly colored. This should take anywhere from 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on the speed and strength of your blender. The coconut milk ice cream and almond milk remove dairy from the equation. The spinach and avocado give the shamrock shake a great green color without the use of dyes. The cacao nibs add a hint of milk chocolate flavor, which complements the taste of mint. Pour your shake into serving glasses and serve immediately. If desired, sprinkle each shake with additional cacao nibs before serving for an added boost of chocolate flavor.
summary: Freeze the banana. Blend all the ingredients together. Transfer into serving glasses and sprinkle with cacao nibs.