If your slime lands somewhere gross, such as in the dirt, you'll likely need to toss it. It's best to just keep it away from these areas to help preserve it. The bacteria on your hands can increase the chances of nasty stuff growing on your slime. Try washing your hands thoroughly before playing with your slime. Use soap and warm water, and be sure to scrub for 20 seconds. . If your slime has dried out a bit, you can put it in a bowl and add some water. Mix it together with your hands until it softens. You can also use a drop or two of antibacterial gel in place of the water.
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One-sentence summary -- Keep the slime away from dirty surfaces. Wash your hands before playing with your slime. Add water to dry slime


Unless you are doing a reverse ombre, you will need to use bleach to lift the color from your hair. There is the option of using blonde hair dye - which is safer on your strands - but it doesn’t lift as much color so your end-result will be much more subtle.  Developer comes in 10, 20, 30, and 40 volumes. However, you should not need 30 or 40 volumes to achieve an ombre look. The easiest and cheapest at home bleach method is to use equal parts of 20 volume peroxide and powdered bleach. Mix 2oz each of the 20 volume peroxide and powder until they are completely combined into a creamy mixture. Always mix the bleach in a well-ventilated area to avoid inhaling too much of the fumes. Part your hair down the middle so that it is split half-and-half. Then, divide both halves into as many sections as you want. At the very least, you should divide each half into half again, splitting your hair into quarters.  If your hair is long and/or thick, you may want to divide it into more sections. Pin or tie each section off to separate it from the rest. If using clips, always be sure they are non-metallic – metals can react with the chemicals you’re using on your hair. Tease up the hair around the area where you want the ombre to begin. Teasing your hair around this area will help prevent a stark line or line of demarcation where you applied the bleach. If you’re using a dye or bleach kit, chances are you were provided with a small brush to apply the bleach. If not, the best option is to use an applicator brush. You can find these are your local beauty supply store. Alternatively, a similar soft, small brush will work well for application. Just make sure that you use a brush that you would be okay with tossing out after you are done. Add bleach starting at the ends and working your way up to the desired fade line. Don’t feel like you need to work fast or to work in large sections; work in such a way that you get all the strands evenly coated with the lightening product.  Make sure that you apply the bleach evenly to both sides of your hair. Check in the mirror to make sure that the bleach starts at about the same spot on both sides.  Make sure that you coat all of the hair that you want to bleach. Inspect your strands to check for any spots you may have missed – even saturation is key. To avoid a stark line or line of demarcation, apply the bleach using an applicator brush and take vertical strokes down the hair strand, rather than painting the hair in a horizontal motion. Depending on how light you want your hair to be, you will need to let the bleach set for anywhere from 10-45 minutes. To check, remove the bleach from a small strand of your hair after about 10-20 minutes. If you like the shade, remove the rest of the bleach. If you want to go lighter, leave it in and check again in 5-10 minutes.  For a slight change in color, leave the bleach in for only 10-20 minutes. For a more bold change in color, leave the bleach for 40-45 minutes. Leaving the bleach in for longer will also help prevent orange or brassy tones. Keeping your gloves on, rinse out the bleach with warm water. Then, wash your hair with a sulfate-free shampoo. Be sure to get out all the bleach, or your hair will continue to lighten. Don’t condition your hair just yet.
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One-sentence summary -- Mix your bleach. Divide your hair into sections. Choose an application tool. Begin bleaching your hair. Let the bleach set. Wash out the bleach.


As an empath, you are likely to have a profound, almost spiritual experience in nature. Carve out time to refuel in the great outdoors each day. You might go for a hike, garden, or journal near a body of water. Release overwhelming emotions by developing a stronger mind-body connection. Meditation and yoga are great vehicles to do this. Consider starting a daily practice of one or both. Or, treat yourself to a class or retreat in your area. Practicing yoga or meditation can help you get back in touch with your own mind and body when you are bombarded by other people’s energies. Use your creativity to unleash the excess negative energy and emotions you have picked up from your environment. Pick up a new creative hobby or dedicate more time to an existing one. Try writing, painting, singing, or dancing. Get away from it all by losing yourself in a good book. Reading is one of the most common hobbies empaths share, so dedicate some time each day to reading, whether for leisure or personal development. A book is also a great excuse to pull away when you are feeling overpowered by others’ energies. Just crack open a book and they will get the message that you want to be left alone. Empaths are highly sensitive to different sensations, such as smell. Improve your mood and relax by adding scents to your environment that help center you. This can also counter any strong or aversive smells that unsettle or distract you. You’re “on” all day long as an empath, so it may take a long time for you to unwind after a long day. Be sure to provide ample time for you to detach and unload before bed each night. That way, you’ll sleep better and wake up refreshed. Shut down stimulating electronics a few hours before bed. Instead, play soft music, meditate, journal, read, drink a cup of tea, or take a warm bath.
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Replenish yourself in nature when you feel depleted. Practice meditation or yoga daily. Channel your creativity when you feel overly negative. Read as often as possible. Light a scented candle or incense to boost your mood. Dedicate time to unwinding each evening.