Problem: Article: A pumice stone is a beauty tool that can be found in the beauty section of grocery stores and drugstores. It will likely be near the body washes and loofahs or body sponges. As you prepare to remove hair with the pumice stone, exfoliating your skin helps to remove the layer of dead skin cells and soften your hair, which will make it easier to remove. Take care to do this anywhere that you want to remove hair with the pumice stone. Rather than starting anywhere on your body, start with the pumice stone at the hairline in the area from which you want to remove hair. Continue rubbing with gentle pressure until the hair is removed from that area. Then, move onto the next area and repeat. Continue this process until you have reached every section of the body part on which you are working. This will help to remove both loose hair and dead skin cells removed by the pumice stone. Natural moisturizers, such as jojoba or coconut oil, can be used. They will moisturize the skin and help to reduce irritation from the pumice stone. Use soapy water and a nail brush to clean the pumice stone of hair and dead skin cells after use. This will keep it working efficiently. This method only removes hair for a couple of days, much like shaving. You can repeat it in a couple of days to maintain smooth, hairless skin.
Summary: Obtain a pumice stone. Exfoliate your skin. Place the pumice stone on the skin at the hairline. Rub the pumice stone in a small, circular motion. Rinse your body off with water. Apply a moisturizer to your skin. Clean the pumice stone after usage. Repeat this process in about three days.

Problem: Article: Draw a line on a piece of paper that is 5 inches long. You can also use the bottom edge of your paper as the bottom edge of the protractor to skip this step. Make a mark in the exact center of your line at 2.5 inches from the ends of the line. Use a compass to connect the edges of your line in a half circle arc. Set your compass to create a circle with a diameter of 5 inches. Draw a half circle connecting the ends of your horizontal line or centered along the bottom edge of the paper. Using a paper square fold the square exactly in half lengthwise and along each diagonal. A piece of origami paper makes a good square to use. You can cut a perfect square by folding the top edge of a piece of printer paper to align with a side edge. Draw a line across the bottom where the paper crosses and cut off the bottom section of the paper. Use the fully opened square to trace a 90 angle on your protractor. Place the bottom of the square along the bottom of the protractor. Align the edge of the square with the center of the line and trace along the edge of the square. The square folded in half creates a 45 degree angle. Place the folded triangle along the bottom edge of your protractor and mark a line on the curved arc where the triangle crosses the arc. label the line 45 degrees. Fold a triangle with one edge from the upper left corner of the paper to the bottom center of the paper. This will create a 60 angle. Create the same fold from the right side to create a 120 angle. Mark these angles on your protractor. Make each fold on both sides of the triangle to create the complimentary angles for both sides of the protractor. Fold a new triangle with the inner edge of the triangle extended from the upper left corner down to the center of the paper. The corner of the triangle will be slightly to the right of the center of the paper and an imaginary line extends from the corner of the paper to the bottom center of the paper. This will create a 75 and 105 angle. Flip the folded paper over and place the edge of the paper on the 90 degree angle of your protractor. The edge of the triangle now marks a 15 and 165 angle Use scissors to carefully cut out the half circle of your protractor. Cut a small "D" shape from the center of the protractor to see the lines of angles you would like to measure. Place the bottom edge of the protractor along one edge of the angle you are measuring. Align the other leg of the angle with curved arc of the protractor. Note where the ray crosses the arc of the protractor to determine the angle you are measuring. Place the vertex of the angle where you marked the center of the bottom of the protractor.
Summary: Use a ruler to draw a horizontal line. Draw a half circle with a compass. Fold a square piece of paper to create angle measurements. Mark the angles on your protractor. Cut out your protractor. Measure angles.

Problem: Article: Cold sores, also called fever blisters, are caused by the herpes virus and are very contagious. They develop most often on the lips, starting as a red patch and becoming a fluid-filled blister that may be light-colored at the center. They often feel painful, though your pain will fade over the 4-5 days after the onset of the cold sore. After a few days, a cold sore will drain or burst, leaving a red patch on the skin. Cold sores can have 1 or several fluid-filled bumps that are red around the base and ooze pus when they break. As the blisters burst and dry, they'll likely look crusty. Along with a cold sore, you may experience a fever, body aches, fatigue, and enlarged lymph nodes. Wrap the ice in a clean rag or towel to protect your skin. Hold the ice on the cold sore for 5-10 minutes at a time. Repeat every few hours as needed. Wash the rag or towel immediately after you use it or use a disposable towel. The herpes virus that causes cold sores is very contagious. There are a variety of topical treatments that will help your cold sore blisters to heal faster. These medications are available at all pharmacies. Follow the directions on the packaging, which usually instructs you to apply the cream 4 to 5 times a day for 4 to 5 days. For example, you can use OTC Abreva to speed up the healing of your cold sore. After cleaning the affected area, simply dab the ointment onto the cold sore every 3-4 hours (up to 5 times per day) for up to 10 days. Similarly, Blistex and Herpecin can reduce your pain and prevent drying. If you experience a lot of discomfort, take acetaminophen to help with the pain. Apply a lip protectant before you go outside. It's important to start applying them as soon as possible once you see a blister or feel one coming on. If the cold sore is in an area of your mouth that is visible, such as your lip, it's a good idea to cover it with a hydrocolloid patch. These patches protect the blister, hide it from view, and help prevent you from spreading the infection. These patches are available over-the-counter at any pharmacy. If you have cold sores often, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor about them. They can make treatment suggestions, including prescribing you medications. For instance, prescription-strength Acyclovir cream can be used to shorten how long your cold sores last. It's important to use your medication as soon as you feel tingling that might indicate an outbreak. See your doctor prior to your next outbreak to get a prescription for the medication you need. Your doctor might prescribe an oral antiviral medicine, such as Acyclovir or Valacyclovir. The brand names of Acyclovir include Zovirax and Sitavig. The herpes virus is very contagious, so don't expose anyone else to your cold sores. Don't kiss anyone or have intimate contact with them. Similarly, don't share cups, utensils, food, towels, or razors, which can expose others to the virus. If you're worried about an item being contaminated, don't share it.
Summary:
Look at the color and location of the blister to determine if it's a cold sore. Apply ice to relieve pain and swelling 4-8 times a day. Use an over-the-counter antiviral cream for fast relief. Cover a visible blister with a cold-sore patch to hide it. Consult with your doctor if you get cold sores frequently. Avoid kissing or sharing food, utensils or care products during an outbreak.