Many dye kits will come with a deep conditioner to use directly after the dyeing process. If not, use a deep conditioner of your home. It's important to deep condition your hair after dyeing to strengthen the hair and add shine. Apply the conditioner and gently run your fingers through your hair to make sure it is coated. Then, wrap your hair in a warm towel, or cover with a shower cap and scarf for approximately fifteen minutes to lock in the moisture. Rinse thoroughly with cool water once the amount of time is up. You can cover your hair in a plastic wrap and apply heat to it while the conditioner is on to intensify the conditioning. Avoid using a hair dryer if possible. Instead, allow it to dry naturally. During this time, you can use a styling product, like mousse or oil, to aid in the styling process and add extra shine. Use a shampoo and conditioner made for dyed hair to provide extra moisture and extend the life of your hair. Shampoos and conditioners made for dyed hair should not contain sulfates, which will strip the hair. Avoid washing your hair in hot and hard water, which will strip your hair of its color. You can also buy products made to make color last. A color protectant product may come in the form of a shampoo, spray, or cream.

Summary: Use a deep conditioner. Dry and style as you wish. Invest in a shampoo and conditioner for dyed hair.

Scientists think that the way we respond to tickling has something to do with surprise and that we can control our response if we expect it. Think about it. Can you tickle yourself? Not very well because your body knows what is coming. The key to getting a good response may be surprise. One good idea is to very lightly walk your fingers up and down your victim's sides. Or, you might try casually approaching the target. Put your arm around his shoulder or pull him into a hug. Then...tickle! Keep it up for a minute or so until you tire or he retaliates. As a slight alternative, go for a hug from behind and tickle his waist while you do so. Another strategy is the ambush attack. In this form, you will rely on complete and utter surprise. Wait for your target to round a corner, for example, and, when he appears, pounce! Make sure to use your momentary advantage to hit fast and hard, targeting the most vulnerable areas. Usually, one of the best and most accessible tickle spots will be his flanks around the rib cage. Go to town there. The armpits will also be exposed in a surprise strike. If your target is susceptible there, alternate between his underarms and flanks. If all goes well, your target should soon be laughing, tearing up, and rolling into a giddy ball on the ground. His defenses are down. You can now exploit his vulnerability and find other weak points. Try the backs of the knees. This may only work in warm weather, if he is wearing shorts. The soles of the feet are often an excellent tickle spot and may not be exposed during normal activity. On the ground, though, you can definitely target them. Rely on your knowledge of the target. Recall his tickle spots and try to alternate from point to point rapidly. Moving in this manner will prevent him from mounting a defense. Consider tools that can help you reduce your quarry to a laughing ball of mirth. Different levels of softness or different textures should heighten the effect of the tickling. A simple feather or a feather duster is one excellent option. Try a soft-bristled brush as well.

Summary: Use the art of surprise. Target the sides. Target other known tickle spots. Use a brush, feather, or other device.

Clean and dry the basil: First, remove all leaves from the stems. If you're going to try out the second freezing method, then you will probably want to leave some of the buds intact. The stems should be discarded. Rinse the leaves thoroughly, taking care not to bruise them. Finally, remove excess water from the leaves by using a salad spinner or laying them out on towels to dry. Place 1 or 2 handfuls of the basil in your food processor, then chop or puree the basil leaves with extra virgin olive oil and a bit of salt. Coating the basil pieces with oil protects them from air so they can maintain their color and flavor. Pour the puree into small air-tight containers and add some extra olive oil on top. After defrosting the puree, re-process adding your favorite pesto ingredients. This method takes a little more time, but is still an easy way to freeze basil. This method keeps whole individual leaves or plant buds intact to use as garnish. Put prepared leaves and buds on trays in the freezer for about one to two hours. Once they are frozen, put them into airtight containers. Do not overcrowd them because they will lose their shape. After defrosting for use, you can julienne the leaves or use them whole as garnish on pasta dishes or soups. This method is the easiest of all the freezing methods. Simply pack the leaves into a cleaned out milk carton with the top cut down. Seal the top closed. Use quart (950ml) sized cartons and then put the sealed carton inside a Ziploc baggy to make it air-tight. When you want to use the basil for cooking, cut off a slice of the carton and re-store the remainder as it was. The frozen leaves are great to use in sauces.

Summary: Prepare the basil for freezing. Freeze the basil by starting a pesto sauce. Freeze the basil as is. Freeze the basil using a milk carton.

In order to succeed as a hair stylist, you really need to love this type of work. The job can be demanding and the training can be expensive, but it will all be worth it if you love going to work every day. If you love working with people, expressing your creativity, and paying attention to details, a career as a hair stylist may be perfect for you. Hair stylists need to be extremely personable in order to retain clients. Many people return to the same hair stylist time after time because they enjoy talking with him or her while they get their hair done. You are also likely to get better tips if you can make your clients' experience very enjoyable. If you don't enjoy talking to people or are not very upbeat, this profession may not be right for you. Not everyone will be happy with their haircut. In order to be successful as a hair stylist, you will need to be able to deal with unhappy customers, learn from your mistakes, and not take criticism too personally. Hair stylists spend the majority of their work days on their feet, which can take a toll on the body. If you have problems with your back or knees that make standing for long periods of time difficult, you may want to reconsider becoming a hair stylist. Keep in mind that you will probably need to work evenings and weekends as well, at least when you are just starting out. Before you decide to become a hair stylist, you should understand what your income potential will be and how much the training programs will cost. It is best to do some research on these figures in your area, as salaries and program costs vary dramatically from place to place. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a hair stylist was $22,770. This does not include tips, so you may be able to earn much more. Cosmetology programs typically cost somewhere in the neighborhood of $10,000-$20,000. Keep in mind that you might be able to apply for scholarships and financial aid.
Summary: Have passion. Be a people person. Learn how to take criticism. Be ready for physically demanding work. Crunch the numbers.