| How to Cut the Back of Your Hair Posted: 19 Nov 2020 04:00 PM PST Cutting the back of your own hair can be a daunting process. Make sure that you have 2 mirrors, 1 on the wall and 1 handheld, as this will help you to assess the hair at the back of your head. When using clippers, create a guideline first and clip upwards towards this. If you have longer hair and are using scissors, flip your hair forward and brush it out first. Whether you are using clippers or scissors, make small, careful cuts to ensure that your trimmed hair looks good. [Edit]Using Clippers - Stand so that your back is facing a wall-mounted mirror. To cut the back of your hair, you will need to make sure that your face is in the opposite direction to the largest mirror. A bathroom mirror works well for this purpose.[1]
- If you don't have a wall-mounted mirror, a mirror propped up on a dresser will also work.
- Ask someone to hold a mirror so you can see the back of your head. A handheld or small makeup mirror works best. It will take a little bit of experimenting to find the best angle that you can use to see the back of your head. Ask a friend or relative to help you and have them adjust the mirror until you can see the back of your head.[2]
- A smaller makeup mirror that is attached to the wall, and can easily be adjusted to different angles would be a great alternative if you don't have someone to help you.
- Position the clippers with the blade side held upwards. The teeth of the blade need to be facing the back of your neck. The blade will be parallel to the floor.[3]
- Swap the hand that you hold the clippers with throughout the process. For example, when you are trimming the right side of your neck, hold the clippers in your right hand, and swap as you move across your neck.
- You will also need to swap the mirror between hands as you change the hand that you hold the clippers in. If possible, have a friend or relative hold the mirror for you.
- Shave a horizontal guideline straight across the back of your neck. Look for your natural hairline and shave this line along your hairline. This will likely be where the outline from your previous haircut is.[4]
- Watch in the mirror the whole time as you shave the back of your neck. Keep the line as clean and straight as possible.
- Stick as closely as possible to your natural hairline, as this will have the best results.
- Turn the clippers over. They will need to be facing in the opposite direction to how you held them previously. Make sure that the teeth are now in an upwards direction.[5]
- This is so that you can cut your hair upwards towards the guideline you just made.
- Shave upwards from the bottom of your neck to the guideline. Make small vertical strokes that reach from the bottom of the hair on your neck, and end at the guideline you shaved. Continue shaving vertical sections up to the guideline until there is no hair below the guideline.[6]
- Make sure that you only shave below the guideline that you created and not above. Tie up or clip back your hair if you don't want to cut it.
- This will remove any untidy hair on your neck and give you a clean shave.
- Trim this area as slowly as steadily as you can to avoid shaving too high.[7]
- Trim the corners of your neck if you prefer a more rounded cut. Create a small rounded guideline on the edges of your hair on your neck. Then remove the small patches of hair that are beyond the guideline, as you did in the previous step.[8]
- While you are in the process of rounding the corners, you can also check if there is any stray hair behind your ears.
[Edit]Using Scissors - Invest in a pair of hair cutting scissors or shears. Hair cutting shears are available from most department stores, and are designed especially for cutting hair. These scissors will cut hair cleanly and neatly, and will help you to avoid getting split ends.[9]
- Never try to use paper, craft, or kitchen scissors to cut your hair.
- Flip your hair forward and comb through it. Make sure that your head is hanging down lower than your neck, so that all of your hair is off your neck and hanging forward towards the ground. Brush or comb it all forward and make sure that there are no tangles.
- Your hair can be either wet or dry to do this. If you hair is wet, remember that wet hair will shrink slightly as it dries and bounces up.
- It's also easier to see any existing layers if your hair is upside down.
- Cut off the ends of the back of your hair while your hair is still flipped. The hair that is from the back will be on the upside of your head. Carefully trim the tips to remove any damaged hair or split ends.[10]
- Only make small cuts, and check your hair in the mirror regularly to look at the length. You don't need to flip your hair over to check it in the mirror, as just turning your head to the side slightly will do.
- Trim your hair to the desired length with small cuts only. Although it may be tempting to get the job over quickly, make only smaller cuts to avoid making mistakes. Don't try to trim off more than at once.[11]
- If you accidentally cut off more hair than desired, you will end up having to cut the rest of your hair to that length. However, if you cut off too little hair, you can always cut more.
- Flip your hair back and check how it looks in the mirror. Stand with your back to a wall-mounted mirror, such as a bathroom mirror, and hold a small mirror towards your face. Find the angle that you can check the back of your hair with.[12]
- If the back of your hair looks a little uneven in the mirror, you can always flip your hair back over and adjust it.
[Edit]Warnings - If you make a noticeable mistake while cutting the back of your hair, avoid trying to fix it yourself as this is likely to make it worse. Visit a hairdresser, and try again once your hair has grown out again.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Wall mounted mirror
- Handheld mirror
- Makeup mirror
- Clippers
- Hair cutting scissors
- Comb
- Brush
- Hair clips
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| How to Identify Poisonous Mushrooms Posted: 19 Nov 2020 08:00 AM PST Learning how to identify poisonous mushrooms is the most important part of foraging for edible mushrooms. Amanita is a very common genus of mushroom, and some of the most toxic types of mushrooms belong in this group. Check the visual characteristics of the mushrooms and the spore print. There are also many edible species that have toxic look-alikes. Learn how to identify poisonous mushrooms effectively with a field guide and by joining a local mycological group. [Edit]Defining Characteristics of Amanita Mushrooms - Look at the color of the mushroom. The majority of Amanita mushrooms fall into the color range of red, orange, yellow, white, or grey. Some Amanita mushrooms also stain red if they are broken or bruised.[1]
- While many mushrooms that fall within this color range are Amanita mushrooms, you cannot identify an Amanita mushroom based on color alone. Also, check the other characteristics such as cap shape and the presence of scales or warts to help you with the classification.
- Check for a cap that is shaped like an umbrella. Amanita mushrooms have a cap that looks like a very wide, upside down letter "U". This cap shape can also be described as a parasol.[2]
- See if the cap is dry, or if it looks slimy. All Amanita mushrooms have dry caps, which means that they don't have a slimy or wet appearance like many other varieties. Feel the cap, and see if it feels dry to touch or if it feels wet or sticky.[3]
- If it has been raining recently and you are unsure about whether the cap is actually slimy, or if it just precipitation, then set the mushroom aside for a day or two, and see if it dries.
- Look for scales or warts on the mushroom cap. Many Amanita mushrooms have off-colored patches on the cap, which make the mushroom stand out. These could be slightly brown scales on white mushrooms, or white warts on red mushrooms.[4]
- Warts tend to look like rows of tiny, raised dots.
- Patches on a mushroom are the remaining parts of the universal veil that surrounded it when it was young.
- Dig up the mushroom to look for a bulbous cup around the base. Use a pocket knife to gently remove the mushroom from the ground. The base at the bottom of the stem will be a very rounded, cup shape.[5]
- Not all mushrooms have a bulbous base, which makes this indicator a good way to distinguish Amanita mushrooms.
- This part of the mushroom is also part of the universal veil from when it was young.
- When you are digging the mushroom out, cut deeply around the base to avoid cutting into the base itself. This is because the bulbous cup is usually very delicate and can be easily torn.[6]
- Look for a ring just below the mushroom cap. Many Amanita mushrooms have a distinct ring around the stem. It is the same color as the stem, however, its presence can be easily noticed.[7]
- You will have to either look at the mushroom from the ground-up or dig the mushroom out of the ground to see the ring.
- The ring is called the annulus or the partial veil, and it is the part of the stem that tore away as the mushroom grew taller.[8]
- Check for white gills beneath the mushroom cup. Turn the mushroom upside down, and check the color of the gills. Amanita mushrooms usually have white or very pale gills, which is an easy way to distinguish them as poisonous from other mushrooms.[9]
- Take a spore print of the mushroom and check that the print is white. Cut the stem away from the mushroom cap using a pocket knife. Gently push down on the cap to press the gills onto a dark piece of paper. Wait overnight, and check that the spores on the paper are white.[10]
- There are a few Amanita mushrooms that don't have white or pale gills, however, these types will also produce a white spore print. This can help you to feel more certain in your identification.[11]
[Edit]Identifying Look-Alike Mushrooms - Distinguish true from false morels by looking at the cap shape and interior. True morels have a cap that is fully attached to the stem, whereas false morels have a cap that freely hangs from the stem. Slice the cap in half lengthwise and examine the cap interior. True morels will be completely hollow inside the cap, from the tip to the bottom of the cap which is attached to the stem. Contrastingly, false morels will have a dimpled appearance in the cap interior, which looks cotton-like and fibrous.[12]
- Furthermore, the cap of a true morel is usually uniform and longer than the stem, whereas the cap of a false morel is often irregular, looks squashed, and is shorter than the stem.
- Take a spore print to identify green-spored parasols from shaggy parasols. Both of these mushroom species look similar to the white button mushrooms that are found in supermarkets. The green-spored parasol is toxic and can have serious consequences if it's consumed, whereas the shaggy parasol is edible. The spore print of a green-spored parasol mushroom will be either green or grey, whereas a shaggy parasol will produce a cream spore print.[13]
- In North America, the green-spored parasol is the most commonly consumed toxic species of mushroom. It usually grows during summer and fall, particularly after heavy rains.[14]
- Check the gills to distinguish chanterelles from Jack o'lanterns. Chanterelle mushrooms have false gills which means that they cannot be separated from the cap without the gills breaking. Contrastingly, Jack o'lantern mushrooms have true gills, and these are forked, knife-like, and can be removed without damaging the cap.[15]
- Chanterelle gills also look as though they have melted.
- The distribution of the mushrooms can also indicate the species. Chanterelles only grow near trees and don't grow in large groups. Jack o'lanterns grow in dense clusters and can grow where there are no trees, such as in the middle of a field.
- Chanterelle mushrooms are safe to consume, while Jack o'lantern mushrooms are very toxic.[16]
- Identify honey mushrooms from deadly Galerina with a spore print. The safe, edible honey mushrooms produce a white spore print, while deadly Galerina mushrooms give a spore print that's rusty brown. Honey mushrooms also tend to have a larger veil than Galerina mushrooms.[17]
- These mushroom species look very alike and often grow in similar locations, such as along the same tree stump. It's easy to be foraging for honey mushrooms and to accidentally add deadly Galerina into your basket, which is why it's important to check every mushroom individually.[18]
[Edit]Educating Yourself About Mushrooms - Join a mycological group to learn how to identify different types. Use a search engine to find a mycological group that is local to you. Attend meetings and go foraging with experts to learn how to identify edible mushrooms from the poisonous types in your area.[19]
- A local group is often the best way to educate yourself about mushrooms because they will be experts on the mushrooms found in your area. Mushrooms differ significantly across regions, so knowing what is safe where you go foraging is invaluable knowledge.[20]
- Purchase a local field guide to learn about the mushrooms in your area. Field guides can be obtained from local bookstores or online. Choose one that is as specific to your area as possible, as this will be representative of the mushroom varieties that you will see when you are foraging.[21]
- Your local library is another place to look for mushroom reference guides.
- If you have joined a mycological group, they will probably be able to recommend the best field guide for your region.
- Separate the mushrooms that you find into 2 groups. Have 1 group for positively identified mushrooms only and the other group for mushrooms that you are uncertain about. Bring 2 baskets with you while you are foraging for wild mushrooms, and place the mushrooms that you are certain that are edible in one, and mushrooms that you are unsure about in the other. Take the mushrooms that you are unsure about to an expert to get them identified.[22]
- You can't get sick just from touching a toxic mushroom. It needs to be cooked or consumed first.
- Some mushroom types are very delicate and can easily break into pieces. This means that separating the safe, edible mushrooms from those that you are unsure about is especially important, as you don't want small pieces of poisonous mushrooms mixed in with the edible group.[23]
- Due to the massive number of mushroom species, there are no truly clear-cut rules about identifying poisonous mushrooms from edible ones. Following a few strict guidelines about the characteristics to look for to identify the Amanita genus is by no means an exhaustive list of all of the poisonous types, and similarly, some safe, edible types will fall within these guidelines too.[24]
[Edit]Warnings - Look-alike mushrooms are common. This occurs when poisonous varieties resemble the safe, edible types. This is also why having the correct identification is of the utmost importance.
- Seek emergency medical attention if you have consumed an unidentified wild mushroom, or you have symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, or difficulty breathing after eating wild mushrooms.[25]
- Never consume a wild mushroom unless a mycologist (mushroom identification expert) has said that the mushroom is edible. Consuming wild mushrooms without having the correct identification for them is dangerous and can have deadly consequences.
- Many types of mushrooms differ in appearance based on the climate and environment where they grow. Therefore, having the correct identification for a mushroom in one location does not mean that you will be able to correctly identify the same mushroom in a different location.[26]
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| How to Make a Whipped Coffee Posted: 19 Nov 2020 12:00 AM PST Sipping on a delicious coffee drink is a great way to start your day or to treat yourself. Creamy, whipped coffee (also known as Dalgona coffee) is the perfect way to get your coffee buzz! You may have seen whipped coffee trending on TikTok, as it's all the rage. Since it's easy-to-make and super delicious, why not try making it yourself? [Edit]Ingredients [Edit]Basic Whipped Coffee - Instant coffee
- Sugar
- Hot water
- Milk (or plant-based milk alternative)
- Instant coffee
- Sugar
- Cream
- Hot milk
[Edit]Basic Whipped Coffee - Add instant coffee, sugar, and hot water to a bowl. As you've probably seen on TikTok, whipped coffee has a simple recipe. Choose a bowl that's just large enough to stir your ingredients, which will make it easier to create a foam. Use measuring spoons to add 2 tbsp (12 g) of granulated instant coffee, .5 tbsp (6 g) of sugar, and of hot water to the bowl.[1]
- If you want a sweeter coffee, use up to 2 tbsp (24 g) of sugar.
- Make sure your water is hot, not warm. Hot water will create a smoother cream, which will combine well with your milk.[2]
- Use a whisk to whip the coffee until it turns creamy. Your coffee mix should turn foamy within the first minute of mixing. Continue to whip the mixture until it turns frothy and then creamy. It should look like mousse when it's ready to be mixed into the milk.[3]
- If you don't want to whip the coffee by hand, you can use a hand mixer to do it faster.
- Add ice to a glass and fill half the glass with milk. Place a few ice cubes in the bottom of your glass. Then, pour your milk over the ice. Use about of milk, depending on the size of your glass and your preferences.[4]
- If you want a warm drink, use hot milk instead of cold.[5]
- If you prefer, it's okay to use your favorite plant-based milk in your whipped coffee. For instance, almond and oat milk both work well.
- You may want to use extra coffee cream if you're using a lot of milk. Adjust the recipe to your preferences.
- Spoon the coffee cream over your glass of milk. Scoop out a dollop of whipped coffee and place it into your glass. Add as much coffee as you like to the milk.[6]
- For an easy option, fill half your glass with milk and half with coffee cream.
- If you prefer stronger coffee, add more coffee cream than milk.
- If you want weaker coffee, add more milk than coffee cream.
- Stir the coffee into your milk to combine them. Use your spoon to gently stir the coffee cream into the milk to blend them together. Taste your whipped coffee to see if you like it. Adjust your coffee-to-milk ratio if you like.[7]
- Don't forget to share your whipped coffee on TikTok!
- Take a spoon of instant coffee and add it in a mug.
- Add sugar to taste.
- Add a little cream.
- Mix it for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add less than 1 teaspoon of more cream.
- Mix it for 3 minutes.[8]
- Add hot milk.[9]
- Drink your creamy coffee.[10]
- Share your results on TikTok!
[Edit]Warnings - Be careful when handling hot water, as it's easy to burn yourself.
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