Fashion Tips

Apply a natural mask once per week by using a simple potato: finely grate 1 potato and apply to the area under your eyes. Leave it on for 15 minutes.

Along Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, Zinc and Vitamins B6, B12, E and C in particular, can improve symptoms of dry eyes.

Use a humidifier in your home during fall and winter seasons to keep the air moist. Also, stay away from cigarette smoke which tends to dry out your eyes.

In a bowl, blend together 1/4 cup of oat flour (ground uncooked oat), 2 tbsps. of unsweetened yogurt, and 1/4 of an avocado. Mix well and apply enough to cover your clean, dry face. Leave it on for 10 to 20 minutes then rinse with water and pat dry. Apply this mask once per day as needed.

Coffee stain teeth, and some food may cause stains that are harder to remove. Dark, sticky foods (especially when hot) can deeply penetrate the teeth, making more intense staining, such as: balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, tomato sauce, cranberry sauce and chocolate syrup. Barbecue sauce is one of the worst. Brush immediately after eating these types of foods.

Pretreat your bathing suit: before wearing it for the first time, treat it in mixture of water and vinegar to seal in the colors. Mix 2 tablespoons of vinegar with a quart of cool water and let your swimsuit soak in it for 20 to 30 minutes. The cold water will help the vinegar penetrate the fabric, sealing in the color.