| How to Use Green Tea on Your Face to Achieve Prettier Skin Posted: 19 Sep 2019 05:00 PM PDT You probably know that drinking green tea is good for you, but did you know it can help your skin? You can use green tea to make your own skincare products and you can add it to your favorite cleanser to help your complexion and fight acne. With your green tea toner, face mask, cleanser, and steam treatment, you can have brighter, clearer skin with just one treatment. [Edit]Making a Green Tea Toner - Heat a pot or kettle of water until it's nearly boiling. Heat the water over high heat until you see bubbles start to rise from the bottom. Then, remove the water from the heat to use for your tea.[1]
- The water doesn't need to be boiling. If it starts to boil, that's totally okay. However, it will take your tea longer to brew and cool down.
- Place a green tea bag in a mug. Use an mug to brew the green tea so you have a good batch of toner. Put the bag on the bottom of the mug and drape the string over the side.[2]
- If you prefer to use loose tea, put about 1-2 tbsp (2-4 g) of tea into a strainer, then put it into the mug.
- Pour the hot water over the tea bag. Use a towel to protect your hand as you slowly pour the water into the mug. Once the mug is nearly full, set the pot on a cool stove burner or a towel. Then, gently swish your tea bag around in the cup to distribute the green tea.[3]
- Your water should immediately start to turn a muddy green color.
- Let your tea steep for about 5-10 minutes. Drape the string on your tea bag or strainer back over the edge of your mug. Then, set a timer for 5-10 minutes and leave your tea to steep. Once the timer goes off, remove the tea bag and either discard it or save the tea leaves for another treatment.[4]
- You can make a mask using brewed tea leaves. See the recipe below in the section about masks.
- Wait for the green tea to cool, which takes about 30 minutes. Don't put hot green tea on your face. Instead, set a timer for 30 minutes and leave the mug to cool. After the timer goes off, test the tea with your fingertips to make sure it's fully cooled.[5]
- It's okay if the tea is a little warm.
- Add 5-10 drops of tea tree oil if you have oily skin or acne. While this is optional, it can help treat oily or acne-prone skin. Simply hold your bottle of tea tree oil over the green tea and sprinkle 5-10 drops into the brewed tea. Gently stir the mixture to combine the ingredients.[6]
- You can find tea tree essential oil at local health food stores or online.
- Pour the cooled tea into a clean, reusable bottle. Use a spray bottle or airtight container to hold your toner. Hold your container over the sink, then slowly pour the toner from the mug into the container. Finally, screw on the lid.[7]
- Use your fingers to apply the toner to your skin after cleansing. Pour a little toner into your hand, then use your fingers to rub it onto your face. Apply more toner to your skin as necessary to cover your entire face.[8]
- If you used a spray bottle, you can simply spritz the toner onto your face.
- Use your toner once or twice a day after washing your face.
[Edit]Steaming Your Face with Green Tea - Pour boiling water into a heatproof bowl at your table. Heat a pot of water over high heat until bubbles are rippling across the surface. Then, remove the water from the heat and pour it into a heatproof bowl. Use a towel or pot holders to place the bowl on a table in front of a chair.[9]
- Be careful with the hot water because you can burn yourself.
- Cut open a green tea bag and pour the leaves into the boiling water. Use a pair of scissors to open the tea bag or rip it with your fingers. Then, sprinkle the tea leaves over the water. They will begin to steep immediately.[10]
- Use all of the tea leaves for best results.
- Let the green tea steep for 1-2 minutes before you steam your face. The green tea will continue to steep as you do the steam. However, it's best to give it about 1-2 minutes so that you can get the benefits of the green tea at the beginning of your steam. Plus, this gives your water time to cool a bit so you won't scald your skin. Watch a clock or use a timer as you wait.[11]
- You should see the water changing colors as the tea releases its properties into it.
- Drape a towel over your head and lean over the bowl. Place a large bath towel over the back of your head and your shoulders. Then, lean over the bowl so that your face is directly over the steam. The towel will trap the steam around your face so that it can treat your skin.[12]
- Make sure the towel is surrounding the bowl on all sides to fully trap the steam.
- If you get too hot, lift the towel to release some of the steam.
- Steam your face for 5-10 minutes. Hold your face over the bowl for up to 10 minutes. Breathe in deeply and try to relax to create a spa experience. This gives the steam time to penetrate your skin and remove impurities.[13]
- If you start feeling hot, it's okay to stop the treatment early.
- It's best to set a time for 5-10 minutes so that you know exactly how long you've been steaming your face.
- Rinse your face with cool water to remove impurities. After your steam, go to the sink and turn on the cold water. Then, splash the cool water over your face to remove any sweat and impurities that the steam treatment drew out.[14]
- If you like, you can wash your face with a creamy cleanser, as well. However, this isn't necessary.
- Pat your face dry with a soft, clean towel. Use the bath towel or a hand towel to lightly blot your face dry. Then, you can continue with your normal facial care routine.[15]
- Repeat this treatment as often as once a week.
[Edit]Mixing a Green Tea Mask - Combine used green tea leaves with honey for a quick mask. Brew a cup of green tea, then remove the tea bag and let it cool. Cut the tea bag open and dump the wet tea leaves into a bowl. Add about of honey to the tea leaves and combine them to make a paste. Apply the paste to your clean face and relax for 15 minutes before rinsing off the mask with warm water.[16]
- Follow up with your favorite facial moisturizer.
- This mask can exfoliate your skin, reduce redness, and treat acne.
- Use this mask as often as once a week.
- Mix a green tea, coconut oil, honey, and lemon juice mask for brightening. Add 1 tbsp (2 g) green tea leaves, of honey, of coconut oil, and of lemon juice to a bowl. Then, use a whisk or spoon to combine the ingredients until they're smooth. Apply the mask to your face with your fingers, then relax for 5-10 minutes. Finally, rinse off the mask with warm water.[17]
- Apply a moisturizer after you rinse off the mask.
- This mask can moisturize your skin and may nourish it when it's stressed or sunburned.
- Use this mask as often as once or twice a week.
- Make a sheet mask using green tea and rice paper. Brew a cup of green tea, then pour it into a small baking sheet. Lay your rice paper over the green tea, making sure it's totally saturated. Leave the rice paper to soak for 1-2 minutes, then pull it out of the green tea. Place the rice paper over your face and relax for 10-15 minutes before removing the sheet. Don't worry about rinsing your face.[18]
- This mask fights inflammation and aging while moisturizing your skin.
- Follow the mask with your favorite facial moisturizer.
- Use this mask once or twice a week for best results.
- Make a green tea and yogurt mask to exfoliate and nourish your skin. Steep a bag of green tea for about 5 minutes. Remove the teabag and let it cool. Then, put about 1 tbsp (2 g) of the wet tea leaves into a bowl. Add about of full-fat yogurt to the bowl and mix the ingredients until they're combined. Use your fingers to apply the mask to your clean face and relax for up to 30 minutes. Finally, wet the mask with warm water, then scrub it off with your fingers.[19]
- After you rinse your face, apply your favorite facial moisturizer.
- Use this mask once a week at the most.
[Edit]Adding Green Tea to Your Cleanser - Empty a green tea bag into a small bowl. You don't need to brew the tea before you use it. Just cut or tear open a bag of green tea, then pour it into your bowl.[20]
- You can also use loose green tea. Pour about 1-2 tbsp (2-4 g) of loose green tea into your bowl.
- Add about of a cream facial cleanser to the bowl. You can use any cream facial cleanser with green tea. Use a measuring spoon to measure out the cleanser and add it to your bowl.[21]
- It's best to use fragrance free cleanser because the green tea will add a light scent.
- Stir the green tea into the cleanser until they're mixed consistently. Use a spoon or your finger to stir the tea and the cleanser to combine them. The mixture is ready when the flakes of green tea leaves look evenly dispersed in the cleanser.[22]
- Use your fingers to apply the cleanser to your face. Scoop the green tea onto your fingers, then apply it to your skin. Gently scrub your face by making circular motions with your fingers. Make sure you completely cover your face with an even layer of cleanser.[23]
- This will lightly exfoliate your skin as you cleanse.
- Let it sit on your skin for 5 minutes for extra exfoliation. While it's optional, letting the cleanser set like a mask will help it slough off dead skin cells. The mask will soften the dead skin cells, then you'll scrub them away while you rinse. Set a timer for 5 minutes and relax for best results.[24]
- If you don't have the 5 minutes to spare, it's okay to go ahead and wash your face. However, leaving it to sit will provide more benefits.
- Wet the cleanser with warm water and scrub it off your skin. Splash warm water over the mask to wet it, then use your fingertips to scrub it using circular motions. Thoroughly rinse your skin using warm water to remove all of the mask.[25]
- You can use green tea in your cleanser every day if you like. However, only leave it to sit for 5 minutes once or twice a week. Otherwise, it might start to stress your skin.
- If you continue to use green tea and make it a regular routine, you will have refreshed and clean skin. It will start showing even bigger results when you use it all the time.
- Drinking green tea every day also helps you have better skin. Try drinking it twice a day to see results.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Making a Green Tea Toner - Green tea
- Water
- Tea tree oil (optional)
- Spoon (optional)
- Clean bottle
- Timer
[Edit]Mixing a Green Tea Mask - Green tea
- Honey (optional)
- Coconut oil (optional)
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Rice paper (optional)
- Yogurt (optional)
- Spoon
- Timer
[Edit]Green Tea with Facial Cleanser - Green tea
- Water
- Bowl
- Cream cleanser
- Spoon
- Timer
[Edit]Steaming Your Face with Green Tea - Large bowl
- Boiling water
- Green tea bag
- Towel
- Timer
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| How to Make an Origami Fish Posted: 19 Sep 2019 09:00 AM PDT Fish are colorful, fascinating creatures, and you can make your own origami version right at home. All you need is a square piece of paper. Origami paper will be the easiest to work with, but you can try other types of paper too. Start by making the base for your fish, then fold the tail and fins, and voila! You can add your fish to your origami animal kingdom, along with an origami bird, wolf, and whale. [Edit]Making the Base - Fold a square piece of paper in half both ways, unfolding it after each fold. First, fold the paper in half one way and unfold it. Then, fold it in half the other way and unfold it again. Make both of these folds mountain folds. A mountain fold is where the crease makes a peak on the top side of the paper.[1]
- When you're finished, there should be 2 creases that intersect in the center of the paper.
- Origami paper will work the best for this, but you can use printer paper or any other kind of paper you have lying around too.
- Origami squares are usually . You can experiment with using bigger or larger squares, but they might be more difficult to fold.
- Crease the paper in half diagonally both ways, unfolding it after each fold. Start by folding the paper in half diagonally one way. Then, unfold it, and fold it in half diagonally the other way. Unfold the paper again. Make both of these folds valley folds. A valley fold is the opposite of a mountain fold. The crease of a valley fold should look like a valley instead of a peak.[2]
- At this point, there should be 4 creases that intersect at the center of the paper.
- Bring the 4 corners of the paper together, then flatten the model. Press the 4 corners toward one another to start collapsing the model. Once they're touching, flatten the model so you're left with a small square.[3]
- The square you're left with will be smaller than the square you started with.
- Rotate the model so it looks like a diamond. The open corner of the model should be pointing toward you. The opposite corner, which is closed, should be pointing away from you.[4]
- Crease the left and right corners of the top flap in toward the center. First, take the left corner of the top flap and fold it in toward the center line. Crease the fold. Then, do the same thing with the right corner of the top flap.[5]
- Go over the creases a few times with your finger since the rest of the process will be easier if they're crisp.
- Fold down the top corner. The fold should line up with the top edges of the previous fold. After you fold down the top corner, crease the fold.[6]
- Unfold all 3 corners that you just folded. First, unfold the top corner. Then, unfold the left and right corners.[7]
- When you're finished, there should be a triangle-shaped crease on the top of the model.
- Lift up the bottom corner of the top flap. Grab the corner in between your fingers, and lift it up toward the top corner of the model to lift up the top flap. Hold the bottom corner of the bottom flap down on the table with one of your fingers so it doesn't move.[8]
- Fold along the creases to flatten the model. First, fold the 2 edges at the bottom of the model down toward the center along the creases. Then, do the same thing with the 2 edges at the top of the model (these are the edges on the flap you're holding up with your fingers).[9]
- When you're finished, the model should be completely flat.
- Turn the model over and repeat on the other side. First, fold the left and right corners in toward the center, followed by the top corner. Then, unfold all 3 corners. Lift the bottom corner up toward the top like you did with the bottom corner on the other side of the model. Finish by folding all of the edges along the creases to flatten the model.[10]
- At this stage, the model should be diamond-shaped and completely flat.
[Edit]Folding the Tail - Fold the top point on each side down along the crease. First, fold the top point on the side you're working on down along the crease. Then, turn the model over and do the same thing with the top point on the other side.[11]
- When you're finished, the model should resemble a kite.
- Crease one of the lower points up to the top point. The lower point is the point that you folded down in the previous step. The top point is the point that's now at the top of the model. Fold the lower point up to the top point so both points meet, then crease along the fold.[12]
- Don't unfold after you make the crease.
- Fold the same point down and over to the left corner. The point and left corner should meet. Crease along the fold.[13]
- Run your finger over the crease a few times since the next step will be easier if the crease is crisp.
- Crease the same point over to the right corner, then fold the flap down. When the point meets the right corner, crease along the fold. Then, fold the flap you've been working on down along the crease.[14]
- The flap should easily fold down along an existing crease. Don't make a new crease to fold it down.
- Turn the model over and repeat the process on the other side. First, fold the bottom point up to the top point and crease. Then, fold the same point over to the left corner before folding it over to the right corner. Finally, fold the flap down along the crease.[15]
- At this point, you're done folding the tail!
[Edit]Creating the Fins - Fold the left and right corners in toward the center line on each side of the model. First, fold the left and right corners on the top side of the model in toward the center line. Then, turn the model over and repeat with the corners on that side.[16]
- When you're finished, the model should look like a diamond, with the 2 tail pieces sticking out the sides.
- Grab the bottom points with your fingers. There should be 2 points at the bottom of the model. Grab one point with each hand.[17]
- Pull the points away from each other to create the fins. As you pull on the points, the model will unfold slightly and become 3 dimensional. Stop pulling when the fins make a 45-degree angle with the center line of the model.[18]
- Once you've made the fins, you're all finished!
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| How to Know When Your Dog is Sick Posted: 19 Sep 2019 01:00 AM PDT Just like their owners, dogs can become ill with anything from a minor virus to something more dangerous with serious complications. Since your pet cannot tell you what's wrong, you should keep an eye out for certain symptoms. Always consult with your veterinarian if you ever suspect your dog may be ill. [Edit]Evaluating Your Dog's Appearance - Watch for excessive drooling or bad breath[1]. Excessive drooling or bad breath can be signs that your dog might need some teeth extracted. In order to prevent many dental problems, try to train your dog so that it allows you to brush their teeth. Look for the following symptoms in your dog that might indicate a dental problem:
- Watch to see if your dog is eating less.
- Notice if your dog is sensitive to you touching their muzzle.
- You may also visibly notice your dog having trouble chewing.[2]
- Listen for excessive coughing or honking. If your dog is coughing, it might not be a reason to worry. However, coughing that lasts for any longer than a twenty-four hour period might be something more serious. Get any severe coughing in your dog checked out by your veterinarian.
- Coughing problems can disrupt your dog's sleep.[3]
- Coughing in a dog can be a sign of anything from minor bronchitis to heart worms, have a professional examine your dog. [4]
- Pay attention to changes in your dog's behavior. Just as humans may act differently when they don't feel well, you may notice changes in your dog's behavior if it's not feeling well.[5]
- Changes may include, but are not limited to, increase or decrease in appetite or thirst, hyperactivity or noticeably lowered energy levels.
- If you notice changes in your dog's behavior, visit your veterinarian.
- If the irritation seems to relate to petting a specific spot, take note, it may be where your dog is injured or sick.[6]
- Keep a close eye on any sores or lumps. Dogs can develop ingrown hairs, cysts, and other skin blemishes, so not every small lump or bump is an immediate cause for concern. However, the following symptoms should be seen by a professional.[7]
- Lumps growing in size.[8]
- Lumps becoming deeply attached to tissues.
- Oozing or bleeding sores.
- Take your dog's temperature. Canines can run fevers just like humans can. If your dog has a fever, especially in conjunction with other symptoms, visit your vet as soon as you are able.[9]
- A temperature of is high. Take your dog to the vet as soon as possible.
- A temperature of requires immediate medical attention.[10]
[Edit]Evaluating Your Dog's Diet - Watch for excessive drinking. Monitor the amount of water your dog drinks daily. If you notice any big changes in this amount, take note. Drinking too much or too little can indicate a problem that requires veterinary attention.[11]
- Rule out everyday reasons such as strenuous play or a hot day.
- If you notice your dog drinking much more than normal for a consecutive week, see your vet.
- Track your dog's appetite. Changes in appetite, especially those that lead to weight loss or gain, can indicate illness.[12] [13]Unexpected weight loss or gain should always be met with a trip to the vet.
- In the short term, loss of appetite for your dog can be a sign of fever, pain, or stress, as well as many other possible reasons.
- If the loss of appetite is combined with any other noticeable symptoms, you should see a vet immediately.[14]
- Pay special attention to digestive upsets. Vomiting or diarrhea is a reason for concern with your dog.[15] These symptoms can be a sign of anything from swallowing a sharp object to ulcers to parasites.[16]
- Single instances of vomiting or diarrhea are not necessarily a cause for concern.
- Repeated instances,especially lasting more than twenty-four hours,require a vet.[17]
- Blood, in either vomit or diarrhea, can be a serious symptom and needs treatment as soon as possible.[18]
[Edit]Evaluating Your Dog's Activity Level - Examine your pet's energy levels.[19] Prolonged lethargy is a strong sign that your pooch isn't feeling well.[20] While you don't need to worry about a tired dog after active play, keep an eye out for other signs such as decreased exercise tolerance or general weakness combined with the lethargy.[21]
- Unusually low energy levels, over two or three days should be checked with a vet.
- Lethargy, in combination with other symptoms, also requires the attention of your vet.[22]
- Extremely high levels of energy can also be a problem that needs medical attention.
- Pay attention to scratching. All dogs scratch fairly regularly. However, excessive scratching can be a sign of a health problem. If the scratching is excessive, don't ignore it. Look for these possible causes or ask your veterinarian more about them:
- Scratching is a typical sign of fleas, ticks, or mange mites.[23]
- Scratching can also mean endocrine or hormonal problems in your dog.[24]
- Dogs can also suffer from allergies just like humans, which can lead to itching.[25]
- Take your dog to the vet.
- Most vets will examine the animal, try to reach a diagnosis or suggest tests to reach a diagnosis.
- After testing, your vet can prescribe a course of treatment to correct the underlying problem or at least make the dog more comfortable.
- Look for difficulty rising or mobility issues. If your dog starts showing signs of stiffness, manifested through difficulty getting up or climbing stairs, then you should have your pet examined. [26]
- This symptom can be a result of anything from hip dysplasia to arthritis to Lyme disease from tick-borne bacteria.
- The earlier Lyme disease is treated, the better the prognosis, so see a vet quickly if you notice this symptom, especially in younger dogs.
- Watch for labored breathing. Labored breathing can indicate a problem with your dog's respiratory system. Identifying the cause can be difficult by yourself. Bring your dog to a vet to accurately diagnose any problems with your dog's breathing.[27]
- Labored breathing requires urgent attention.
- If your dog's gums have a bluish tint, seek immediate care.
- Keep track of accidents. House-trained pets rarely start having accidents unless there is a problem. If your dog inexplicably begins having indoor accidents, then your vet will likely want to schedule some tests to find out the problem.[28]
- Having accidents for a few days in a row is a good indication of a problem.
- Watch for major changes in urination. Changes in the frequency of your dog's urination can be an indication of a problem. Check also for any blood or strange discolorations in your dog's urine.[29] If you find anything unusual about your dog's urine or urination habits, contact your veterinarian.[30]
- Either an increase or decrease in urination can be an indication of an illness.
- Problems with urination will may involve the kidneys or bladder stones.
[Edit]Knowing When to Seek Emergency Care - Watch for non-productive retching. If your dog is trying to vomit, and cannot, this can be associated with the life-threatening condition, bloat. Get your dog to the vet immediately in order to ensure the best outcome.[31]
- Monitor for non-productive urination. If your dog is trying to urinate, but is unable to do so, take it to the veterinarian quickly. Inability to urinate indicates some form of blockage and can be quite serious.[32]
- Look for any weakness. If your dog is having trouble standing, is swaying, or has collapsed then you must seek care quickly. Even if your dog is tired, it will be able to stand and move. Collapsing is a definite sign that your dog needs medical attention. [33]
- Always monitor your dog's food and drink intake for changes in appetite or signs of dehydration.
- If you're not sure whether your dog is sick or not, call your local veterinary clinic.
- Above all, know your dog so you can be attentive to any changes in your pet's typical appearance, behavior, and demeanor.
- Keep vet numbers handy so they will be easy to find when you have an emergency. Have an alternative vet listed that is available nights and weekends.
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