Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Moisturize your lips. Use sunblock. Quit smoking

Answer: Dry, damaged lips can have a dark appearance. Use a good quality lip balm. Check the ingredients to make sure that it has both a moisturizer, such as shea butter or cocoa butter, and a binding agent, such as beeswax. Good moisturizing ingredients to look for include shea butter, cocoa butter, and almond oil. Shea butter has been used since ancient times and is known for its antioxidant and moisturizing properties. Cocoa butter is often used to reduce discoloration from scarring. Almond oil is considered one of the best oils to improve the health and appearance of skin. Protect your lips from the sun as you protect the rest of your skin. Lips don't tan but they can burn and become dry which will make them appear darker. Make sure your lip balm has sun blocking material of SPF 20 or greater. Use lipsticks with sun block of SPF 20 also. , if you do. Smoking can discolor lips, as tobacco, nicotine, and tar can all darken lips. Additionally, heat from cigarettes may cause you to produce more melanin (which protects skin from the sun) and darken your lips. Quitting is hard. Talk to your doctor about medications that can help you quit, as well as gum or patches.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Give yourself enough time to take a 15 to 20 minute bath. Start filling your bathtub. Add the sea salt while the tap is still running. Turn off the tap when the tub is as full as you like it, and agitate the water with your hand. Get into your tub and enjoy the water for 10 to 20 minutes. Drain the tub when you are done, and rinse the salt water off with fresh water.

Answer: Baths are not like showers, which are often rushed. Instead, they are meant to take longer, so that the body and mind can relax. To get the most benefit from your bath, plan on spending 15 to 20 minutes in the water. Take a salt bath in the evening if you want to treat insomnia. Many people find that they rest better after a warm salt bath. Taking the bath in the morning will help purge your body from toxins. Your body releases a lot of toxins while you sleep, pushing them towards the surface of the skin. A morning bath will get rid of these toxins the fastest. Choose a temperature that is most comfortable for you. If you are using the salt bath to heal a skin condition, consider making the water no more than two degrees warmer than your body temperature. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the minerals from the salt bath. Holding the salt under the running water will help it dissolve better. If your sea salt came scented, you might even notice a slight fragrance. If the bath salt is colored, you'll notice a slight color change in the water. If you are using the bath for relaxation or for a treat, you'll need about two handfuls, or one-quarter cup (70 grams). If you are using the bath for healing purposes, such as psoriasis, consider using up to 2 pounds (840 grams). Some salts will dissolve easier than others. In general, the larger the grain size, the longer it will take for it to dissolve. Don't worry if the salt does not dissolve all the way. This could help scrub away dead skin cells. Lean your head back and close your eyes. If you want, you can even turn on some relaxing music or light a few candles. You can use soap or shower gel to cleanse your body, but sea salt is very cleansing in itself. The easiest way to do this is to simply step into the shower and let the water rinse the salt residue off your skin. Sea salt can leave behind residue on the sides of your tub. After you get out, but before you drain the water, wipe the sides of your tub down using a scrubby sponge.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Put a leash on the new dog. Gradually increase contact time between the dogs. Start taking the dogs on walks together. Supervise the dogs at all times. Keep the new dog away from the other dog's things. Ignore accidents for the first several days.

Answer: After the dogs have had a chance to get to know each other a bit, introduce the two dogs by putting the new dog on a leash and bringing him out of the crate. Monitor the dogs' reactions to each other. The established dog may have one of several reactions: he will accept the new dog and want to play; cold-shoulder the new dog; or growl and threaten him. Give the dogs about 5 minutes to interact. Keeping the new dog restrained on a leash is important during these first meetings. If the new dog chases your established dog on its home territory, your dog is more likely to dislike the newcomer. After they have interacted, remove the established dog and take the new dog out to the toilet area. Depending on how well the dogs are getting along, gradually extend these contact times to 20 minutes in duration. After each session, lead the established dog out of the room and take the new dog out to the toilet area. It is fine to take this step more slowly if necessary. As the two dogs get used to one another, stretch out the 20 minute segments by taking them for walks together. When going for walks, always put on the established dog's leash first. Let him through the door ahead of the newcomer. He is less likely to challenge the newcomer if he is assured that he is top dog. Keep your eye on both dogs when they are together. However, do not be too alarmed if the established dog growls. Despite any growling or signs of aggression, the established dog is extremely unlikely to harm the new dog and is more likely to make a fuss and then wander off in disgust. You should, however, keep an eye on the dogs at all times until you are confident that they are used to each other. To avoid having the established dog feeling territorial, do not allow the new dog to eat or drink from the other dog's bowls. Also, prevent the new dog from playing with the other's toys. The new dog may still need to be housetrained, and he is learning where to go. Take him out to his toilet area often. If he does have an accident, simply ignore the behavior. Punishing him will only confuse and distress him.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wash your face twice a day: Use special care in selecting a cleanser if your skin is dry or oily. Choose the right moisturizer. Try not to touch your face with your hands Similarly, avoid sharing daily things and tools with siblings who have acne. Wash your pillowcases frequently. Stay out of direct sunlight.

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once at night, and once during your morning routine. When you wash your face, wash it gently and with warm (but not hot) water. The heat will open your pores and make the cleaning process more effective. Make sure your water is not too hot, so you won't burn your skin. Make sure your cleanser is suited for your skin. Select a hypoallergenic or acne-formulated product. A highly perfumed, harsh soap will often make acne worse. In America and some other countries, the following are excellent and usually widely available: Cetaphil, Dove Sensitive, Neutrogena brand cleansers, and Basis. However, there are many "store brands" that may be less expensive and about as good. If you can afford them, higher-end brands like Boscia, Fresh, and Murad are good. Look for a face wash that contains benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid for even more acne-fighting benefits. Both extremes need special care. Too much washing is sometimes as bad as not enough. Acne is not caused by dirty skin. Washing once in the morning, once at night, and if the face is very sweaty or to wash off make-up is plenty. Too much washing can irritate acne, actually making it worse. Dry skin can benefit from a face wash or soap that is oil-based or contains a moisturizer. Oily skin does not usually need extra moisturizer in its cleanser. However, be careful not to go extremely drying, either. If your face feels tight after washing, the cleanser may be too harsh. Depending on your skin type, you may want to choose a different moisturizer. The following are general guidelines, but everyone's skin is different, and you should feel free to experiment and find what works for you: Oily skin: Choose a gel-based moisturizer. Gel-based moisturizers are usually better for oily skin, as they provide essential moisture without overdoing it. Dry skin: Choose a cream-based moisturizer. Cream-based moisturizers are heavier and longer-lasting than gel-based ones. Doctors usually recommend these for skin that needs something a little more heavy-duty. You can also find moisturizers designed specifically for people with acne-prone skin. . Your hands are breeding grounds for bacteria because we use them to touch so many things. Touching your face is a big no-no because it cuts down on bacteria transmission. The less bacteria on your face, the lower your chances that you'll develop nasty breakouts. These include: towels, make-up brushes or kits, hair bands, etc. The oils on your pillowcases can cause acne by spreading dirt, grime, and dead skin. At the least, do it weekly, but you can do it every day if you find this tip makes a big difference. Consider having two pairs of pillowcases that you can switch out at the end of each week so that you avoid doing laundry constantly. Try to avoid detergents with fragrances and dryer sheets. Both can trigger acne for some people. Exposure to too much sunlight can be harmful to the skin. You probably already know that it can cause skin cancer, but did you know that it can exacerbate acne? When you go outside or expect to be in the sun for a long period of time, wear some noncomedogenic sunscreen to help block out harmful rays. Noncomedogenic just means that the sunscreen will not clog your pores. Wear a hat, too. Note that many acne topical treatments can make sun damage more likely.