The more realistic, natural-looking merkins are made from human hair hand-tied to skin-colored lace or netting. These can get quite expensive. If you are wearing a merkin as a gag, prank, or novelty, you might be interested in a fake-fur one instead. Some cosmetic salons may be able to apply a merkin for you. These merkins are made from fox fur, and are glued onto your skin. Some merkins come "oversized" so that you can cut them down to the right size and shape for your body. Most of the lace-backed merkins are already made to fit, but the novelty fur ones can be cut into all sorts of weird shapes. You can still wax your pubic hair, even if you plan on wearing the merkin for just one day. Waxing is recommended for those who wish to wear their merkins longer, because it lasts longer than a shave. Choose a full Brazilian wax, as opposed to a bikini wax or a "landing strip." Use a shaving gel or cream suitable for sensitive skin and a clean, sharp razor to get the closest shave possible. Because shaving does not last very long, it is not recommended for those who wish to wear their merkins for longer than 2 days. Whether you shave or wax your pubic area, you will need to wait a few hours before you can apply the merkin. Both of these procedures place a fair amount of stress on your skin, leaving it sensitive and tender. You will need to give the area time to recover. Once the inflammation is gone, you can start applying the merkin.

Summary: Buy a merkin online or from well-stocked wig supply shop. Trim the merkin, if necessary, using a sharp pair of scissors. Wax your pubic hair if you plan on wearing a merkin for more than 2 days. Shave your pubic hair if waxing is too painful, and you plan on wearing the merkin for only 1 or 2 days. Wait several hours before attaching the merkin to give your skin time to heal.

for a totally new look. If you're looking to completely overhaul your style, repainting your walls is a good place to start. You'll want to do your painting before anything else, since the color you choose will determine the furniture and flooring decisions you make. Buy a brand that doubles as both paint and primer, which will last longer. Don't neglect to decorate your doors as well. Hanging pictures and art are a great way to decorate a wall, but for an interesting, distinctive look, trying hanging woven baskets or large hats instead! Collect them in different sizes and patterns, then lay them out on the floor in pretty arrangements. Hang them with nails or small hooks. If you can't find the basket colors you want, get plain ones and decorate the interiors with craft paint. Place them on the wall so the interior of the bowl is facing out. You can hang hats like fedoras, skimmers, or trilbies, facing the top of the hat outwards. If you don't have any hats, try hanging statement necklaces instead! You can utilize your walls for storage space as well as decorations. Install 1-3 small, simple shelves on your walls, choosing colors that match your overall scheme. Fill them with pictures, artwork, trinkets, or books. You can even switch out the items on your shelf to match the season or your mood. You can spice up your plain wall color by framing a length of matching wallpaper or even gift wrap and hanging it on the wall. For a look that's even more unique, hang materials like metal sheets, punched tin doors, or woven screens. You can make the room into your very own art or photo gallery! Choose a selection of art, photographs, and wall hangings in different sizes and complementary colors. Set them in simple frames and arrange them on your wall in whatever way looks best to you. Depending on the style of the room, you can also opt for more ornate, intricate frames for a vintage look. It's truemirrors really do make a room look bigger! They'll bring more light into your space, too. Try hanging an oversize mirror on one wall, or go with a few smaller pieces for a salon-like style. You don't have to get new flooring to decorate a rooma neutral floor color, like soft brown or cream, can go with nearly any paint color. If you do want to try something different, look to hire professionals to make sure the job's done right, or try installing it yourself if you have some experience. Hardwood flooring is classic choice that looks good in just about any room. For a cheaper option, go with laminate flooringit's less expensive and easier to install, but looks just as good! Carpeting is cheap and comes in fun colors. It's also easy to clean with a good vacuum cleaner. Whether you go with carpet or hardwood, an area rug can instantly change the look of your room. It can also protect the flooring in high traffic areas.

Summary: Repaint your walls Cluster colorful hats or baskets on the wall for cheap, unique decorations. Hang wall brackets or shelves to pop out art pieces. Frame interesting paper or other materials for a burst of color or texture. Create a gallery wall with art or photos. Hang mirrors to give your room interesting dimensions. Replace your flooring or use carpets to give your room a polished look.

Always wanted to head out on a round the world trip for a year? Dreaming of a beach and some palm trees in Jamaica, or world class art in Paris? Exploring a new environment and exposing yourself to new experiences can really help to energize and excite you. Many airlines offer round the world tickets. You can also book tours and arrange your accommodations in your destination with a few clicks of your mouse. The hardest thing you'll have to do is fit your clothes in a carry on and get to the airport on time. Solo travel can be a good way to challenge yourself in a new place and discover traits you didn't know you had. Coping with a foreign language in a foreign city or country alone can be challenging. But it also allows you to be more open to meeting new people and trying out new experiences. Another great way to travel is to contact a friend who lives in another country and arrange a visit. In a new place, there is nothing better than a friend who can act as your tour guide and show you the best restaurants,sites, and experiences. This is also a great way to reach out to a friend and do something fun or exciting with them. Maybe you just don't have enough time or money to go on a trip across the ocean or to another country. A cheaper alternative to air travel is a road trip around your area or home state, with friends or alone. Road travel also allows you to plan your trip based on the sites you want to see and experience. World's largest paper clip? Check. The Voodoo Museum in Louisiana? Check. Create your own tour of the area and map it out. Get excited about planning a custom trip without having to worry about baggage fees or a language barrier.
Summary: Book a ticket to your dream destination. Visit a friend in another country. Go on road trip through your home state or area.