Q: Injured birds, whether wild or domestic, feel much better when they are wrapped up in something protective, like a towel. It will help the bird stay calm, and it will also keep the bird from moving more and hurting itself. Try to protect the injured wing when you wrap the bird in the towel. Gently place the injured wing against the bird’s body (not bent in a funny way) and wrap the bird snugly in the towel. Place a towel on the bottom of a shoebox for added comfort, then put the bird on top of it. Make sure the box has a lid that you can close securely to ensure the bird doesn’t escape and hurt itself more.  For a larger bird, you may need to choose something larger to carry it in. Try a hard-sided cat carrier or a larger cardboard box. Make sure any box you put a bird in has some ventilation holes so that the bird can still breathe inside the box. A bird with a broken wing (or other injury) should not be moved except when absolutely necessary, even if it is your pet bird. This will help prevent further injury for the bird. Pick the bird up with a towel, wrap it in a towel, and place it in a shoebox. Then don’t move the bird again unless absolutely necessary. In the bird’s weakened state, it is very possible that it will need extra help staying warm. Try putting a warm water bottle in the box with the bird to provide some additional heat.  Make sure the water bottle is in a place where the bird can get away from it if it gets too hot. Since the bird can’t move around much while it is injured and wrapped in a towel, you should put the water bottle in the opposite end of the box and monitor the bird for signs of overheating. If the bird starts panting, remove the water bottle immediately. You’ll need to periodically remove the lid to the box to check and see if the bird is panting. While you are deciding what course of action to take, put the injured bird in a safe place where it will be warm and out of harm’s way. Keep it somewhere dimly lit and quiet so the bird can feel more calm. The bird should be kept away from small children or other animals who might attack it or accidentally injure it more.
A: Wrap the bird in a towel. Put the bird into a shoebox. Move the bird as little as possible. Provide an extra heat source. Put the bird in a warm, safe place while you figure out what to do next.

Q: Avoid shaving every day or every other day, and try to work in a skip day in which you don't shave on a day you would normally. Your skin needs a couple days to recover from the shaving process. Whether it's removing facial or body hair that causes your skin irritation, give your skin a break when possible and use moisturizing and exfoliating products in between shaves.  Do your best not to shave skin that's already irritated: more shaving will make razor burn worse.  If you are required to be clean shaven or your hair grows too fast for you to comfortably go without shaving for more than a day, consider using an electric razor, which is easier on your skin. Make sure any electric razor has new, well-oiled blades for the least irritation. Shaving during or after a shower is preferable, but if you're not showering, wash your skin with warm water and a mild cleanser before shaving. Use a clean, sharp razor and a shaving cream or gel to lubricate your skin. Try not to shave using only a razor, soap, and water.  Don't overuse dull razors, and wash your razor with soap and hot water after using it. Change blades or throw away disposable razors after 5 to 7 shaves to help minimize irritation. Shave in the direction that the hair grows, whether you're removing facial or body hair. Rinse your razor out with warm water every few strokes. This will help keep hair from becoming caught between the blades, keeping it sharper and cleaner. After shaving, use a moisturizing lotion or balm, and if you've removed body hair, wear loose fitting clothing made of a natural fiber, like cotton. Consider using a cleansing product that will exfoliate your skin, or provide gentle abrasion to remove surface dirt and buildup. You can easily exfoliate using baking soda by adding it to your face wash or shaving cream, or rubbing your skin with it before shaving.  Exfoliating before shaving will raise individual hairs from your skin, making shaving easier and preventing future irritation or ingrown hairs.  An after-shave moisturizing lotion or balm will help soothe your skin, and using an oil-free daily moisturizer will help it recover from the shaving process. If you routinely suffer from shaving rash and it doesn't respond to home treatments, consider seeing your doctor or dermatologist. They can assess your symptoms, and if necessary, offer antibiotic, retinoid, or cortisone medications available only by prescription.
A: Give your skin a day off. Practice hygienic, skin-friendly shaving techniques. Adopt an exfoliating and moisturizing skin care routine. Consult a doctor if your rash is severe or accompanies other skin problems.

Q: If you have a ring stuck on your finger, and can't seem to slide it off, rub some conditioner around to help take it off with more ease. Hair conditioner will lubricate your skin to reduce friction and prevent irritation. You can use conditioner as a quick and easy way to clean your face and remove makeup. This is also a great way to save room in luggage when you are traveling.  Simply wet your face with warm water and massage the conditioner onto your skin. Wash it off completely when you are done, and be sure not to get any in your eyes. If you wear contacts, make sure you take them off before washing your face. Hair conditioner can provide a closer shave than shaving foam, and it moisturizers your skin. It can also be easier to see the spots you may miss because of its thinner consistency. When dyeing your hair, hair conditioner can be used to line your hairline to help protect your skin from being dyed. It also helps to remove random dye marks from your skin after you have washed the dye from your hair.  Apply the conditioner to your hairline with your fingers or a washcloth. To remove dye stains from your skin, gently rub the spots with hair conditioner and a wet washcloth. Be gentle, and use circular motions to avoid skin irritation. If you have ever had an "impossible to get off" Band-Aid or temporary tattoo, try rubbing them away with conditioner.  For pesky Ban-Aids, apply conditioner over the two sticky strips and wait about 30 seconds for the conditioner to soak through and loosen the adhesive. Then you are good to go. For fake tattoos, soak a cotton ball in warm water, and then dab it into some hair conditioner. Rub the cotton ball against the fake tattoo using gentle, circular motions, and watch it disappear. Use your regular hair conditioner to soften your nail cuticles. Aim to do this at least twice a week to see a difference. Massage a small amount of hair conditioner on your nail bed until it absorbs, and then let it be. On dry days, hair can sometimes have a mind of its own and go off in different directions. Hair conditioner can be the perfect solution to weigh down your hair so it stays flat.  Rub a small amount between your palms, and lightly spread it throughout your hair. Be sure not add too much, because it can make your hair look greasy.
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Slip off tight jewelry. Take off your makeup. Shave your legs. Protect your hairline from hair dye. Remove sticky adhesives. Soften your cuticles. Tame static-ridden hair.