The following are signs that your relationship is suffering: You are fighting more than usual. She hasn't contacted you in several days. Either one of you has totally lost interest in sex. (Remember that this could be due to a variety of factors, like a death in the family, personal insecurities, or excess stress). She continuously cancels plans without suggesting a different date. One of you has been dating/sleeping with somebody else. One of you suggests a "break." No matter what either of you says, a break is usually just a segue into an official break-up. Either one of you has become physically abusive. If this is the case, then it's time to end the relationship and seek professional help to cope with the issue. Never make an excuse for domestic violence. The only way to fix a problem in any relationship is for both parties to first be made aware of the issue. Remember that sometimes people are totally unaware of their own behavior. Once you have talked about the issue at hand and have both voiced your views and opinions, come to an agreement about what to do next. Come up with something that both parties can get on board with and feel comfortable with. If you can't reach an agreement, then consider couples therapy. Getting the opinion of a third party will help put things in perspective and allow you to rationally sort of the issue from an objective standpoint. Know when the relationship can't be fixed. If you or your girlfriend are chronically unhappy in the relationship, then don't force things. Making healthy compromises to keep a relationship alive is one thing, but making yourself miserable to maintain the status quo will not do either of you any good. Some issues just need a little time to blow over. If you recently had a big fight, give each other space for a day or two. Chances are that the issue will resolve itself, and being apart will remind you both how much you care for one another.

Summary: Learn to know when something is wrong. Talk about the issue with your girlfriend. Reach a compromise. Be patient.

When washing your face, rinse your skin off with cold water. This should be done in order to close your pores and block unwanted bacteria from entering your skin and causing acne. In order to find a moisturizer that works well for you, you need to understand your skin type. Typically there are three types of skin: dry, oily, and normal/combination. Moisturizers are very important for keeping your skin balanced. If your skin is too dry it can result in the overproduction of sebum, which is produced to prevent your skin and hair from drying out. Overly dry skin, just like oily skin, can result in the development of acne. Normal/combination skin is typically characterized by an oily t-zone (the area around your forehead, nose, and chin) and drier cheeks. This requires a light moisturizer applied to specific areas. Try a little moisturizer on tougher skin, such as around the elbow area, before using it everywhere. If you have a reaction to the moisturizer it will be confined to that small portion of skin and you can look for a more sensitive moisturizer. If you use makeup, always remove the makeup before going to sleep each night. Makeup can contain harsh chemicals that may damage your skin. It can also attract dirt and clog your pores, resulting in the development of acne and pimples. As a result it is important that you remove makeup from your skin, eyes, and lips using a mild soap and water solution. This will help keep your skin fresh and blemish free, resulting in a healthier glow. Test out these natural solutions for removing makeup: Honey and baking soda: put a drop of honey on a washcloth and sprinkle with a little baking soda in order to create a natural makeup remover. Olive Oil: can be used as a makeup remover and is highly recommended for people with dry skin because it will also help to moisturize your skin. Baby wipes: are very sensitive on the skin and do not contain as many chemicals as most commercial makeup removers. This is a simple and easy way to remove makeup. It is important that you periodically exfoliate in order to remove dead skin cells and keep your skin smooth, fresh, and glowing. Try using a natural exfoliant, such as oats, orange peels, or lentil powder to remove dead skin, dust, dirt, and blackheads from your face. You should begin by exfoliating your skin once or twice a week. Then watch to see how your skin reacts. If you skin becomes red and tender you should exfoliate less and if your skin looks rough and dull you can increase your frequency of exfoliating. You should exfoliate your entire body, not just your face. This can be done in the shower using a loofah. Tougher areas such as heels can be rubbed more vigorously using a pumice stone. This will remove dead skin and buff up the new skin, giving you a healthy glow.

Summary: Find a moisturizer that works for you. Clean off any makeup before bed. Exfoliate your skin.

Known by the "fever tree" and "blue gum tree" pseudonyms, the eucalyptus tree is primarily exported from Australia, and its oil serves not only as an insect repellent, but also a natural insecticide. While OLE is not recommended by the CDC because it lacks the extensive testing required for commercial repellents and synthesized materials, the efficacy of OLE as a mosquito and deer tick repellent is widely recognized. One example of an OLE-based insect repellent is to mix 2 tablespoons of witch hazel (relives skin irritation), 2 tablespoons of a carrier oil like almond or olive, a half teaspoon of vodka, and 100 drops of OLE. Shake it in a spray bottle, apply it to the skin, and reapply every few hours. A simpler approach would be to just blend 1 part OLE with 10 parts witch hazel (sunflower oil as a substitute) and apply it directly to the skin. The oil from citronella comes from a grass indigenous to some Asian countries, and is extracted via steam distillation. Aside from various benefits like being an antibacterial and antiseptic, the insect repellent properties work on mosquitoes that carry Yellow Fever, lice, and fleas. Citronella oil may evaporate quickly, requiring frequent reapplication. Apply minimal amounts of pure citronella oil to your forearms for up to two hours of protection. Mix citronella oil with some vanillin then moderately apply it on your skin to get brief protection. . Lavender oil is extracted from the flowers of the lavender plant via steam distillation, and has been known as a soothing fragrance for quite some time. Whether applied directly or as part of a formula you've concocted at home, it can also be used as an insect repellent. A liquid soap can be created by adding 10-15 drops of lavender essential oil to some Castile soap, a plant oil-based soap made without animal fats. You may also dilute it into a carrier oil like olive oil, or put it in some apple cider vinegar. Create a potent mix by using 10-25 drops of lavender oil with a couple tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the contents until blended and dab on your skin when applicable. Try a heavier lavender based option by using 25 drops of the essential oil and a quarter cup apple cider vinegar. Mix together well and apply as necessary. Combine 15 drops of lavender oil, a few tablespoons of vanilla extract, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, and some distilled water. Shake up the combo and spray it on exposed skin. In some tests, the use of undiluted clove oil repelled three species of mosquitoes for up to four hours, which outperformed diluted oils by up to two hours, and similar undiluted oils like citronella and patchouli, against three species of mosquitoes. Clove plants can also be placed around the yard to repel insects before they even get to you. Mixing equal parts clove oil with some makaen oil mixture and applying approximately 0.1g for every 3x10 cm of exposed skin has shown a repellency of over 95% efficacy for up to 5 hours. Try 6 drops of clove oil mixed with patchouli, grapefruit, lavender oil, and carrier oil for a easy to use spray.
Summary: Use oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE). Sample some citronella oil. Patchouli oil can be used in the same manner for similar results. Make lavender insect repellent Choose clove oil.