| How to Use a Curling Wand Posted: 19 Jul 2017 05:00 PM PDT If you're tired of the kinks and lines that using a curling iron with a clamp produce, try using a curling wand. These heat tools work to curl your hair without clipping it in place, creating smooth, full, spirals. There are several different looks you can do with a curling wand, from basic curls to tight ringlets. EditSetting a Solid Foundation - Brush out your hair. Always start with neat, tangle-free hair when using a curling wand. Use your regular brush or comb to gently tug out any tangles so your hair is smooth going into the process.[1]
- If you use any products, like a leave-in conditioner, apply them while brushing out your hair.
- Pick your heat setting. Curling wands usually provide several different settings, ranging from high to low. For the most part, start with the lowest heat setting possible as this provides the least amount of damage to your hair. If you find your hair is not curling at the lowest setting, increase the heat gradually as you curl.[2]
- It can take some trial and error to find the right heat setting for your hair, so be patient. As you get used to using your wand, you should find a heat setting that works for you.
- Use a heat protectant. Never apply any type of heat treatment to your hair without using a heat protectant first. You can purchase a heat protectant spray or gel at a salon or department store. Apply it to your hair according to instructions, working it in from your roots to your tips to ensure full protection.[3]
- If you also tend to use hairsprays or styling gels when styling your hair, apply these as well.
EditDoing Basic Curls - Section your hair. To do a basic set of curls, section your hair first. Use hair clips or hair ties to section your hair into four different sections There should be one in front, one in back, and two on the sides of your head.[4]
- Make sure the sections are roughly equal.
- Curl your hair for three to four seconds. Un-clip your hair from one of the sections. It does not matter which section you start with. Take a strand of hair about an inch wide and hold your curling wand vertically at the side of your head. Starting with the tips, wrap your hair around the wand. Hold the hair for three to four seconds before releasing your hair from the wand. You should be left with a long, wavy curl.[5]
- If the curl is tighter than you want, run your fingers through it to loosen it.
- Curl each section. Keep curling your the section you started with strand by strand until it's fully curled. Repeat this with each section of hair until you have a full head of curls.[6]
- Mist your hair with a light amount of hairspray. Take the hairspray you regularly use. Give your hair a gentle misting. This should help your look stay in place throughout the day.[7]
EditDoing Beach Waves - Mist on a setting spray. You can buy a setting spray at a salon or buy it online. Mist your hair with a light amount of setting spray before you begin the curling process. This will help your hair mold more easily.[8]
- Curl your hair away from the face. Start towards the front of your head. For messy beach waves, work strand by strand. Using strands of about an inch wide, wrap your hair around the curling wand starting at the roots and moving down to the ends. In the front, curl your hair away from your face.[9]
- Leave two inches on the ends uncurled. As you wrap your hair around the wand, stop about two inches from the tips of your hair. Leave these last two inches uncurled for a loose, beach-like wave.[10]
- Curl towards your face in the back. As you finish curling the hair in front of your face, shake things up a little when you reach the back of your head. To create a messy appearance, curl your hair towards your face. Other than the direction you're curling, curl using the same process as earlier. Remember to leave the last two inches of your hair uncurled.[11]
- Finish off the look. Continue curling until you have a full set of beach waves. When you're done, run your fingers through your hair to loosen the curls to your liking. Then, apply a light layer of hairspray to set the look.[12]
EditCreating Tight Curls - Apply a leave-in conditioner. Before doing tight curls, apply a leave-in conditioner from the roots to the tips. This will help you mold your curls, encouraging them to stay tight.[13]
- Scrunch the ends of your hair with gel. Apply a styling hair gel to your hair, working it in from the roots to the tips. As you apply your gel, scrunch up the ends of your hair using your hands. This should result in your hair taking on a curly appearance.[14]
- Blow dry the roots of your hair. Take a blow dryer and gently blow dry the tips of your hair, messing them slightly with your fingers as you go. This will encourage further curling, creating the appearance of small, tight curls.[15]
- Brush out your bangs with a round brush and blow dryer. Take a round brush and wrap it around the roots of your bangs. Then, pull the brush through your hair. As you pull the brush through, place your blow dryer just below your bangs. This will create a slight curved shape. Brush your bangs to either side, creating a part in the middle of your bangs.[16]
- Keep in mind, if you have smaller bangs, this particular look may not work for you. Longer side bangs tend to work better here.
- Curl your bangs with your wand. Wrap your bangs around the curling wand, starting at the root. Hold your bangs for a few seconds and then release them. You should notice a slight curl forming.[17]
- Curl the tips of your hair. Examine the tips of your hair. If you notice any of your ends lack the nice, tight curl you want, wrap the ends around the curling wand. Hold for a few seconds and then release your hair. This should create tighter, firmer curls. Add curls throughout the tips of your hair to create a nice, tight look.[18]
- Set your look with hairspray. Take some hairspray and mist it gently over your hair. This will set your look for the day, keeping your tightly wound curls intact.[19]
- Do not curl your hair when it is damp. That will damage it and it won't curl right.
- Using a curling wand every day can take its toll on your poor locks. Try not to make curling your hair an essential part of your routine. You may only want to curl your hair for nights out or a few times a week.
EditThings You'll Need - Curling Wand
- Hair Spray
- Mousse (optional)
- Curling Glove (optional)
- Hair Heat Protectant or Leave-In Conditioner
- Brush/Comb
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| How to Wash a Baseball Cap by Hand Posted: 19 Jul 2017 09:00 AM PDT Whether you wear your baseball cap to keep the sun out of your eyes, to bring your favorite team luck, or simply to hide a bad hair day, chances are you will need to wash it at some point. It's often best to play it safe by washing caps by hand. You wouldn't want to ruin your favorite one, right? Whether made of cotton, wool, or something else, most baseball caps can be cleaned with just a bit of detergent, some water, and a cloth. Let the cap air dry when done, and it'll be ready for another day! EditWashing Newer Baseball Caps - Get a container of water ready. You can use a clean bucket, but a kitchen or bathroom sink is also fine. Fill it with water. It's best to use cool water. If the cap is really dirty, you can use slightly warm water. Definitely avoid hot water, however, since this can damage the hat.[1]
- Add a bit of laundry detergent. Any type of non-bleach detergent normally used for clothing should work. You don't need much of it - about a tablespoon should be plenty. Make sure it is thoroughly mixed into the water.[2]
- Tackle any trouble spots first. If there are any especially soiled spots on your hat, like clumps of mud or stains, you can pre-wash those. Take a clean cotton swab or an old toothbrush. Dip it in the detergent you are using, and gently spot-clean.[3]
- Let your hat soak. Plunge your hat into the mixture of cool water and detergent so that it is thoroughly wet. Then, just walk away! Let it soak for a while, preferably for several hours. This will gently clean your hat.[4]
- You can periodically lift your hat out of the water to check and see if dirt and grime are soaking off.
- Rinse the suds away. After your hat is done soaking, drain the water from your bucket or sink. Place the hat under warm (not hot) running water. Rinse away all of the suds. This should also help remove any lingering traces of grime.[5]
- Pat your hat dry. Grab a clean towel and dab at the hat. This will wick away a lot of the water. Just make sure to be gentle, and not scrub. Once the excess water is gone, just leave your hat out to air dry.[6]
- Placing your hat on top of a melon, ball, or other rounded object will help it keep its shape while it dries. You can also just wear the hat until it is dry.
- Do not put your hat in a clothes dryer. This will damage it.
EditWashing a Wool Baseball Cap - Get a cleaner specifically intended for wool. The fibres of wool are durable and long-lasting, but they also require different sorts of cleaners. Look for a detergent that says it is meant for wool, or can be safely used with wool fabrics.[7]
- Let your hat soak for several hours. Mix a small amount (about a tablespoon) of wool-safe detergent into a bucket or sink filled with cool water. Let your wool baseball cap soak in this mixture for about an hour.[8]
- If your cap is especially dirty, you can spot clean it by dunking the hat in the water, then rubbing any trouble areas with your hands or an old toothbrush. Just don't scrub hard, since this can damage the wool.
- Rinse the cap clean. Empty your bucket or sink after your cap has had a chance to soak. Hold the hat under cool running water until all traces of suds and grime are gone.[9]
- Dry your cap on a rounded surface. Wool fabric is especially prone to losing its shape if not dried properly. Set the cap on top of a melon, ball, balloon or other rounded object about the size of your head, and let it air dry.[10]
- In a pinch, you can even let your cap dry on top of a round coffee can.
- It may not be comfortable, but you can also wear your until it is dry to help it keep its shape.
- Never place a wool cap in a clothes dryer.
EditCleaning Older Hats - Test old hats for color fastness before cleaning. Older baseball caps are great collector's items, but it's sometimes hard to tell what they are made of or how to best care for them. Generally, you can wash older caps with a mixture of a little detergent and cool water. However, use a cloth to dab a bit of the mixture on the hat in an inconspicuous spot (like the inside of the band) before starting.[11]
- If the color of the hat comes off on the cloth or seems to run, don't clean the cap yourself. Either take it to a professional cleaner or leave it as-is.
- If the color seems to hold, you can clean the cap with water and detergent.
- Spot clean old baseball caps. Older caps tend to be more delicate, so you don't want to dunk them into water. Instead, use a clean soft cloth or an old toothbrush dipped in a mixture of cool water and a small amount of detergent to gently spot clean any areas that are dirty. [12]
- Once the grime has been lifted off, dip your cloth in clear, cool water and dab at the cap to remove the detergent.
- Leave your cap alone to air dry. Lay the cap on top of a rounded object like a soccer ball or honeydew melon. Look for something that is approximately head sized. Leave the cap alone until it has thoroughly dried.
- If you're not sure what your cap is made of, look for a label inside the band. If there is one, it should specify the material.
- Some new caps can be cleaned in a washing machine. Check the label on your cap. If it doesn't say that it's safe to put in a washer, clean it by hand.[13]
- Never clean a baseball cap in a dishwasher.[14]
- Don't use bleach on a baseball cap, since this will ruin its color.
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| How to Cook Dandelion Greens Posted: 19 Jul 2017 01:00 AM PDT Dandelion greens are a wild edible that are high in iron, calcium, protein, and vitamins A and C, plus they can add a delicious new taste to salads, soups, sandwiches, and side dishes. While many people think of dandelions as nothing more than a pesky weed, they have been used for ages to make foods, wines, and even jellies. Some people do find dandelions bitter, which is why it can help to boil them before cooking, or mask their bitterness by balancing it out with other flavors. It also helps if you harvest dandelion greens when they are young, either before or while the plant is flowering. EditIngredients EditSautéed Dandelion Greens - 1 pound (6 cups) dandelion greens, washed and torn into 4-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 g) red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
EditWarm Dandelion Salad - 1 large head garlic, roasted
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic vinegar or red-wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
- A pinch of salt
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 1 pound (6 cups) dandelion greens, washed and torn into bite-size pieces
- 1/4 cup (36 g) pine nuts or almonds, toasted
EditSautéing Dandelion Greens - Boil a large pot of water. One way to help remove some of the bitterness from dandelion greens is to boil them first in water.[1] Fill a large pot with water, add a teaspoon (5 g) of salt, and bring it to a boil.
- Soak the dandelions. As you wait for the water to boil, fill a large bowl with water and a teaspoon (5 g) of salt. Soak the greens for about 10 minutes, then drain them.
- Boil the greens. When the water is boiling and the greens have soaked, boil them for three to four minutes, until they are tender. Drain the water and shock the greens by rinsing them with cold water until they are chilled. Set them aside in a colander or strainer.
- Blanching will quickly lower the temperature of the dandelion greens to stop the cooking process and keep them from becoming soggy.[2]
- Instead of discarding the water the dandelions boiled in, consider saving it for watering the garden.[3]
- Sauté the remaining ingredients. Pour the olive oil into a large frying pan and heat it on medium. When it's hot, add the onion and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about five minutes, until the onion is tender.[4]
- When the onion is ready, add in the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- For an added zesty kick, consider adding a teaspoon (5 g) of fresh, minced ginger.[5]
- To change the flavor of the dressing, try using walnut, sesame, coconut, or peanut oil instead of olive.
- Sauté the dandelion greens. Increase the heat of the frying pan to medium-high. When the pan is ready, add the greens and cook them for three to four minutes, until the water has evaporated.[6]
- As they cook, use tongs or a fork to move them around in the pan.
- Remove from the heat and serve. Season the greens with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve with a wedge of fresh lemon.[7]
EditTossing Together a Warm Dandelion Salad - Roast the garlic. This warm dandelion salad is dressed with a roasted garlic dressing and served with toasted nuts. Preheat the oven to 400 F (204 C). To roast the garlic:[8]
- Peel off the outer layer of skin from a head of garlic, leaving all the cloves intact. With a good knife, cut the tips off the head of the cloves to expose the garlic underneath.
- Place the garlic on a piece of aluminum foil and drizzle the whole head with a tablespoon (15 ml) of oil. Wrap the garlic in the foil, place it on a baking sheet or oven-safe dish and bake for 35 to 55 minutes.
- When the garlic is done, the cloves inside will be golden and caramelized. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before popping the cloves out of the skins.
- Toast the nuts. Preheat your oven to 350 F (177 C). Spread the nuts out in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for five to 10 minutes (five minutes for pine nuts, 10 minutes for almonds), flipping or stirring halfway through.[9]
- Prepare the dressing. Place all the cloves from the head of roasted garlic into a food processor or blender. Blend it until smooth, along with the oil, vinegar, lime juice, salt, and pepper.[10]
- Warm the greens. Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add the dressing and warm it for about two minutes. Add the shallot and cook for another three to five minutes, until it's soft.
- Serve the salad. Arrange the dandelion greens in a large bowl and pour the dressing over them. Toss the salad until the greens are coated. Toss in the toasted nuts, season with pepper, and serve.
- You can also make this salad with a variety of greens, such as spinach, arugula, endive, cabbage, frisée, kale and radicchio.[11]
- When you add the nuts at the end, you can also sprinkle in a small handful of currants for an additional texture and flavor.[12]
- If you picked your own dandelion greens from the garden for this salad, pick the flowers as well and use them to garnish the salad, as they are also edible.[13]
EditAdding Dandelion Greens to Other Dishes - Eat dandelion greens on a sandwich. When you order a BLT at a restaurant, you've probably come to expect a soggy, tasteless lettuce wedged between juicy tomato and crispy bacon. But next time you're making your own lunch or snack, take a little more time with the lettuce portion and consider using dandelion greens instead of romaine or traditional iceberg lettuce. Dandelion greens can be used to spice up:
- Sandwiches
- Wraps
- Tacos
- Paninis
- Add them to lasagna and pastas. Many pasta dishes, especially vegetable ones, come with greens and other vegetables, but more often than not the only green used is spinach. To change things up a little, consider replacing the spinach with dandelion greens next time you make:
- Stuffed shells
- Vegetable lasagna
- Penne arrabbiata, which is a spicy sauce made with garlic, tomatoes, and red chilies
- Stir fry them. Stir fries are an easy and tasty way to pack a whole lot of vegetables and nutrients into a single meal. Stir fries are often made with vegetables like broccoli, onions, mushrooms, peppers, and greens. Try adding dandelion greens to your next stir fry, but be sure to add them in the final minutes of cooking.
- Make them into pesto. Pesto is a sauce typically made from garlic, salt, pine nuts, basil, and cheese. All the ingredients get blended together to make a sauce or spread. Next time you're making pesto, consider substituting roasted pumpkin seeds for the pine nuts and dandelion greens for some or all of the basil.[14]
- For a simple and fat-free side dish, steam the dandelion greens for a few minutes and serve them drizzled with balsamic vinegar.
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