Some Bio Oil users have replaced their standard moisturizer with the product, and extol its benefits particularly in dealing with cracked skin on elbows and feet. Try applying it once or twice per day in place of a typical moisturizer for at least a month (or better yet, 3 months). Since it's oil-based, a few drops of Bio Oil go a long way in covering your skin, so don't slather it on! It also may take longer to rub in than typical moisturizers. Some users claim that gently rubbing in some Bio Oil can soothe sunburns and prevent peeling. Others say that massaging a drop or two in and around your eyebrows after plucking them will reduce pain and redness. Still others contend that Bio Oil makes a great balm to apply after shaving your legs. In fact, some Bio Oil fans use it as a shave gel replacement before shaving their legs! The makers of Bio Oil don't specifically back any of these claims, nor is there reliable research to support them. This is the reality for most of the "off-label" uses of Bio Oil that fans of the product extol. Squeeze your normal amount of shampoo into your hand, then add a drop or two of Bio Oil and stir it in with your finger. Massage it into your hair and scalp and rinse as usual. Since Bio Oil is meant to improve skin elasticity, it is possible that using it with your shampoo may reduce scalp dryness, itching, and flaking. However, you shouldn't expect any results unless you use Bio Oil consistently for an extended periodlikely 3 months or more. Some Bio Oil believers say it can also soften your hair and reduce fly-aways due to dry ends. Simply squeeze 2 or 3 drops into your palm, rub your hands together, and work your fingers and hands through your hair. Do this at least once daily, and especially after showering. It may take weeks or even up to 3 months to see results. A little bit of Bio Oil applied daily may prevent dry, cracked, or split cuticles. Use one small drop per finger and rub it in gently but thoroughly with one of the fingers on your other hand. You may get the best results if you do this after your daily bath or shower. Bio Oil is marketed as being able to reduce uneven skin tones, so it is possible that it might help lessen the prominence of dark circles under your eyes. Massage in 1-2 drops under each eye twice per day. As usual, don't use Bio Oil as a quick-fix. Expect it to take up to 3 months before you see any noticeable results. A drop of Bio Oil massaged into your lips will help to seal in moisture. This, in turn, may help your lipstick to last longer before it begins to crack and flake off. Bio Oil is made primarily of natural ingredients, but you still should avoid getting any significant amount of it in your mouth. A single drop, or at most 2 drops, should be more than enough to coat your lips. If you want to give your foundation more of a sheer finish, try applying some of it to the back of your hand, then adding a drop of Bio Oil. Mix it together with your finger, then apply it to your face as normal. This is one of the few instances in which Bio Oil should provide immediate results. Some fans of Bio Oil claim that it makes a superior makeup remover. Simply add 3-4 drops into your palm, rub your hands together, and massage the oil over your face. Then, rinse your face with warm water and pat it dry with a clean towel. If you're wearing a substantial amount of makeup, you may want to start with a traditional makeup remover, then use the Bio Oil to help finish the job.
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One-sentence summary -- Rub it in as a skin moisturizer. Use it to soothe skin after sunburns, plucking, or shaving. Add a little to your shampoo to reduce scalp itching or flaking. Finger-comb a few drops into your hair to hydrate dry ends. Massage a drop into each nail cuticle to keep them soft. Use it under your eyes to reduce dark circles. Rub a little on your lips to make lipstick last longer. Mix a small amount into your foundation to create a more natural look. Try it as a makeup remover.

Once your friend has rejected you, make sure to give you and your friend some time to process and readjust. You both probably feel uncertain about what the two of you now have, so give some time to think things through. If you usually spend every weekend with them or talk to them frequently via text, give yourself a few days apart and decrease your communication during that time. Keep in mind there's no set time limit for getting over someone. Go with your instincts on how much space or time you both need, but don't avoid each other for too long. If after a few days or weeks you feel you've processed your initial sadness, reach out to them to see if they're open to talking and spending time together. If they're still uncomfortable, ask them how much longer they need and let them know you'll be there for them when they're ready to talk again. Acknowledge that your friendship probably won't ever be quite the same again, but affirm how important it is for you to still be their friend. Let them know that no matter the rejection, you still value them as a friend. Communicate how being their friend means a lot to you. You can say, "You still mean a lot to me as a friend and I'd like to try to be friends still, even if it's a little awkward at first." Accept responsibility for trying to change the boundaries of your friendship. Acknowledge that you know it may have been awkward for them to hear your changed feelings. Show that you can handle the rejection well by accepting your friend's feelings and not trying to fight with them or change their mind. You can say, "I know this is probably awkward for you and I'm sorry for putting you in this position. Thanks for listening." Explain your reasoning behind confessing feelings to your friend. Let your friend know that you had to tell them the truth because your friendship has always been based on openness, honesty, and trust. If you've been good friends for awhile, have spent a lot of quality time together, and have developed this openness and honesty with each other, your friendship will have a better chance of restarting. You can say, "I would regret it if I never told you how I really felt, and I'm glad we're such good friends that I could be honest with you." Together, discuss specific ways you can return to your friendship. Check-in with your friend about what they need or want from you now that you've confessed your feelings. Check-in on how they see the situation and ask if they have any ideas for making things better between the two of you.
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Ensure you've given yourself enough time. Affirm the importance of your friendship. Accept responsibility. Explain yourself. Ask what your friend needs.