INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Your succulents are probably under-watered if: the upper leaves are becoming dry and crispy the entire plant has become shriveled (although it is difficult to revive it at this point) many leaves are shriveling at the tips This will help transition them to a regular watering routine. Giving them a 'full dose' of water after a long period of time without water might damage the plants. After they have gotten used to the change, gradually return to their regular watering schedule. You can then water them with a watering can, and they should be back to normal in 1-3 weeks!

SUMMARY: Identify the signs of underwatering. Gently mist your succulents for 1-5 days. Increase their water intake gradually.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Most of the strategies listed in Method 2 will help you focus when reading faster, but some tools will slow you down. Don't vocalize, highlight text, re-read material, or try to write down every detail you read. Using your finger as a guide can actually help you speed up since your finger can help guide your eyes along as you read. Consider the structure of the book by reading the table of contents. Sure, sometimes skimming stops you from understanding the text fully, so ensure you read parts carefully now and then, and if there's something new, check back and read a little bit. Spend time carefully reading the introduction and conclusion, as these lay out the main themes of the book. Skim through chapters that provide extensive drawings, illustrations, or lots of similar examples. Write down a summary after reading for a while. Be sure to note any key concepts or plot developments. This can help you focus while reading. If you're very pressed for time, you can get the main ideas of the book by reading the first and last sentence of each paragraph. Adjust your speed based on the information you're reading. For example, slow down when you encounter main arguments or new concepts. You can speed up again when you come to repeated or familiar material. Time yourself. Give yourself a set amount of time to get through a certain amount of text. Once time's elapsed, evaluate your speed. Keep timing yourself and you should see progress. For example, give yourself an hour to complete reading/skimming a chapter. At the end of the hour, determine if you got the main points of the chapter and understood the information. Practice adjusting your speed if you did not finish or had too much time left.
Summary: Focus on reading but avoid habits that slow you down. Read effectively by skimming certain parts and paying attention to others. Train yourself to read faster.

Wash your face with lukewarm water and a face cleaner suitable for your skin type. Splash your face with cold water and gently pat it dry with a soft towel. The toner will help restore your skin's pH. It will also help tighten the pores. This is especially important if you plan on wearing makeup later. If you have dry or sensitive skin, opt for an alcohol-free toner. Place a tiny amount onto your ring finger, and gently dab the cream under your eyes. Avoid pulling on the skin under your eyes. The ring finger is the weakest finger, making it ideal for the delicate skin under your eyes. Don't worry if you squeezed out too little. A little bit often goes a long way. You can always apply more later, if necessary. If the cream comes in a jar, then scoop out a small amount using a small spoon or scoop. This will prevent your fingers from contaminating the product inside the jar. You can find scoops at most beauty supply stores. Dab the cream onto your face in small dots. Focus on trouble areas, such as the cheeks and forehead. Avoid areas that tend to get very oily, such as the creases to either side of your nostrils. If you have combination skin, focus more on the dry areas and less on the oily areas. Gently massage the cream into your skin using small, upward, circular motions. Never drag downward on your skin. Be sure to leave a inch (1.27 centimeter) margin around your eyes. Most face creams are not suitable for the delicate, sensitive skin around your eyes. Look over your face. If there are any bare patches on your face, apply a little bit more cream. Don't slather the cream on, however; more cream is not necessarily better or more effective. Many people tend to forget this area. The skin on your neck is delicate, and tends to age the fastest. It needs some attention as well. Look over your face carefully. If you notice any clumps or lumps of cream, gently dab those off using a tissue. This is excess cream. During this time, you can do your hair or brush your teeth. You can also start putting on your lower garments, such as underwear, socks, pants, and skirts. This way, you won't risk rubbing off your face cream and getting it on everything else.
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One-sentence summary -- Start with a clean face and hands. Consider applying some toner with a cotton ball or cotton pad. Apply eye cream first, if you are using any. Squeeze out a pea-sized amount of face cream onto the back of your hand. Start applying the cream to your face. Blend the face cream in using your fingers. Apply more cream, if necessary. Consider applying some face cream to your neck. Dab off any excess cream using a tissue. Wait for your skin to absorb the cream before getting dressed or putting on makeup.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Before dyeing hair that's already damaged, get a trim. This will help remove split ends, which can keep your hair healthy in the long run. In the weeks leading up to coloring your hair, go for a more aggressive conditioning regimen. An extra hydrating conditioner can help prevent future damage to you hair. Use an extra hydrating conditioner daily, a deep conditioner once a week, and use a leave-in conditioner on hot days to prevent your hair from drying out in the sun. Start using a shampoo and conditioner for color treated hair because they're gentle and moisturizing. Switching your hair products now will also ensure that you have the right products after coloring. Protein treatments can help strengthen and replenish damaged hair. You can get protein treatments done at a salon or buy protein treatments to do at home. You should only do protein treatments every one to two weeks. Otherwise, they could make your hair more brittle. Protein treatments are similar to hair masks. You saturated the hair with the protein treatment, let it sit for a set period of time, and then rinse it out. Make sure that you follow all of the instructions for using the protein mask. Leaving the product on for too long can cause your hair to become brittle. The day before coloring your hair, purchase a deep conditioning hair mask from a salon or department store. Apply the mask to your hair and leave it in for the recommended time frame before washing it out. This will ensure your hair is adequately hydrated prior to dyeing, minimizing further damage. If you're getting your hair done at a salon, ask your stylist for a recommendation for a hair mask. They will probably have some experience working with damaged hair and can give you a good recommendation depending on the kind of dye job you're getting. Natural ingredients that are good for the hair include things like olive oil, milk, honey, and coconut oil.

SUMMARY:
Get a trim. Condition more aggressively. Use protein treatments. Use a hair mask.