Article: Speak with students in more advanced Italian classes, or make friends with people who are fluent speakers. Conversing with people who are fluent in Italian is the best way to improve your language skills; it's impossible to get this kind of practice by reading a textbook or using other educational resources. Start an Italian discussion group that meets a few times a week. The goal should be to speak only Italian for a full hour or so. You can have everyone discuss a certain conversation topic, or simply go with how the conversation flows. Plan outings with Italian speakers so you can practice using the language in a variety of contexts. For example, you could go to a museum and discuss art in Italian. Find a way to speak Italian for at least half an hour a day. Even on the days when you don't meet with your group, give a fellow Italian speaker a call and chat in Italian for half an hour. Meet with an Italian instructor during his or her office hours and discuss the class in Italian. Get as much practice in as you can. Media immersion is a good way to continue improving your skills, and it helps you gain a deeper understanding of the Italian language through pop culture and other contexts. Rent Italian films and watch them with Italian subtitles, or no subtitles at all. Focus on understanding the language; soon you should be able to pick up on what the actors are saying. If you want to become fluent in Italian, there is no substitute for going to Italy and studying the language there for as long as you can. Attaining full fluency could take many years, but even a stay of 6 months to a year will vastly improve your language skills. Look for study abroad opportunities offered by your college or university. You may be able to spend a semester or a year studying in Italy. If you aren't affiliated with a school, look for work opportunities in Italy. Foreigners can work abroad through arts programs, organic farming programs, and other interesting opportunities. When you're in Italy, speak only Italian and try to avoid English. Don't gravitate toward the English-speaking foreigners you'll inevitably encounter. Many well-meaning Italians may assume you'd rather speak English, but you should politely continue to speak Italian, even if it's difficult at first. With enough time and practice, the language will begin to click and you'll be able to speak with fluency.
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Spend time with people who speak Italian. Consume Italian media. Study Italian in Italy.
Article: Use something mild like Dove Unscented Soap, or a specific mild acne cleansing agent from the pharmacy or that your doctor recommends. Washing your face (and any other areas with acne) is important to diminish the oil on the skin. However, you want to be careful to use mild cleansing agents to not dry out your skin too much, since you already have sensitive skin. If you are choosing an acne product from the pharmacy, look for something where the label says "hypoallergenic," or ask the pharmacist there for recommendations for sensitive skin. Use warm water (not hot) for washing as this tends to be less irritating to the skin. Also do not pick or pop pimples as this can lead to scarring, infection, and/or worsening of your acne. You want to be sure that the face cloth you use is clean each time, as re-using old ones reintroduces bacteria to the face. Be sure also to rub gently (and not scrub hard) to minimize irritation to your skin upon washing. Many acne treatments can result in drier skin, so especially for those with sensitive skin, regular moisturizing is an important preventative measure to avoid your skin becoming overly irritated with acne treatments. When picking a moisturizing cream from the drug store or pharmacy, look for one that is labeled "hypoallergenic" (for sensitive skin) and "non-comedogenic" (suitable for people with acne, meaning that it won't contribute to worsening your acne). Limit sugar and refined carbohydrates (such as white bread, pasta, and white rice) as these contribute to worse acne. The American Journal of Nutrition published a study showing that whole grains, beans, and veggies are better food choices for people with acne. Also, drinking plenty of water throughout the day to stay well-hydrated (at least 8 cups per day, and more with exercise) can help to improve acne.
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Start by washing your face (and any other areas with acne) twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. Use separate face cloths each time. Try a moisturizing cream. Be conscientious with your diet.
Article: Place a small amount of these anti-chafing products onto your fingertips and rub them into any areas of possible chafing. You want to lightly coat the entire area, not heavy enough to go through fabric but not light enough to wear off quickly. The lubricating quality of these products will provide a protective barrier over your skin. Some people also use a thin layer of antiperspirant in the same way. Get a container of body powder and gently dust it over any skin that could chafe. The powder will help to absorb any moisture coming off of your skin. It will also create a barrier between skin-to-skin contact. However, be warned that body powder can stain and come off on clothing. This is another reason to only apply it sparingly. Chafing often occurs while exercising due to the rubbing sensation of skin against skin or fabric. Wearing clothing designed to pull wetness away from the skin will help to eliminate or reduce the severity of chafing. This is also a situation where tighter-fitting clothing may be better than loose cotton. These are lace or light-fabric bands that are held onto your upper thighs with elastic edges. They are meant to prevent chafing on the thigh and can usually be worn throughout the entire day.
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Apply bodyglide or Vaseline. Dust on a coating of body powder. Wear moisture-wicking fabrics if working out. Wear bandelettes.