Be bold and come out with your request.  Even if they’ve had it a long time, just assume they have intended to return it, and say, "I’d like to get my copy of X-Men back when we meet next."  With that direct approach, embarrassment or common courtesy will likely cause them to return your item. By inquiring about the item you’ll be less confrontational.  It suggests uncertainty, and allows your friend to be confident in their reply, as if they were the one who decided to return the item.  Try a few of the following approaches:   "Are you done with my copy of Twilight?  I’d like to have it back when you’re done." ”Hey, I’m looking for my hat, do you still have it?” ”Would you mind giving the video game back to me?” A message allows you to be direct without having to confront your friend.  It’s easily less personal.  There is possible misinterpretation, so be careful with your wording.  Facebook allows you a great way to send a message.  Send a private message with just enough information to let your friend know you’d like the item back. Shoot your friend a quick email.  Nothing extravagant is needed.  Just ask for your item back. Text your friend.  Ask for the item and include their favorite emoticon to make it less harsh. Whenever you talk to your friend, bring it up.  No matter the conversation, steer everything back to the loaned item.  Your friend will quickly get the hint.
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One-sentence summary -- Be forward about asking for it back. Ask a question about it. Send a message regarding the item. Constantly bring it up.


You can use store-bought masks or make your own using natural ingredients, such as coconut oil or shea butter. Apply the mask to damp hair, then tuck your hair under a shower cap. Wait for the time recommended on the label or recipe, then rinse the mask out.  Look for masks made for bleached or color-treated hair. Nourishing, deep-conditioning, or reparative masks are also a great option. Most hair masks do not contain sulfates, but double-check the ingredient label. You can do this with store-bought masks and homemade masks, including coconut oil. Heat the mask in a small dish in the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds, then use it accordingly. Alternatively, you can stick a bottle of conditioner in a large cup of hot water for a few minutes.  Apply the hot mask or oil to your hair. Tuck your hair under a shower cap, then wrap the cap with a warm towel. Wait 15-20 minutes before rinsing the treatment out.  Alternatively, you could apply a room-temperature mask to your hair, put on a shower cap, then sit under a hooded dryer for 15-20 minutes for a deeper conditioning treatment. Naturally curly or African-American hair is delicate and prone to damage, so it requires a little extra care. When you dye your hair, you shouldn't give up those other conditioning treatments and moisturizing creams. Keep using them as you normally would, but make sure that they do not contain any sulfates. Wear your hair in protective styles as much as possible, such as cornrows or braids. Cover your hair with a hood, hat, or scarf whenever you step outside, especially if it is bright and sunny outside. If you don't like covering your head, apply a UV protection spray to your hair before stepping outside. If you don't want to wear a swim cap, rinse your hair with plain water first, then apply some conditioner. It would be even better if you wait 20 minutes before stepping into the pool, so your hair can absorb the conditioner. Once you are done swimming, rinse your hair immediately. Plan on trimming hair every couple of weeks. How often you do this depends on how fast your hair grows and how healthy it is. If your hair starts to look ragged at the ends, it's time for another trim. The more you bleach or dye your hair, the more porous it will become, meaning it won't hold onto dye very well. If you notice that your hair color is fading or that your hair is starting to look fried, it's time to take a break. Let your hair grow out to its natural color.  If your roots are beginning to show, try a root touch-up kit instead of re-dyeing your hair.  Another option is to use a gloss every so often. It is not as damaging as hair dye and will revitalize your hair color. Vitamin C is found in things like citrus, and helps keep your scalp healthy. Biotin is found in carrots, eggs (yolks), and salmon. It helps make your hair strong and glossy. If you cannot eat the foods that contain these 2 vitamins, then supplements are always an option.
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One-sentence summary -- Use hair masks once per week instead of conditioner. Make your hair masks more effective by heating them first. Continue to use your usual products if you have natural hair. Protect your hair against the elements. Cover your hair with a swim cap before getting into a pool. Trim your hair regularly to keep it healthy. Take breaks from bleaching or dyeing your hair. Consume vitamins that are essential to hair health.


Skinny jeans cling to your body, so to balance that out, pair them with a loose and flowing top. This will create an interesting visual balance, plus the top will afford you some coverage for your waistline and rear.  Wear your jean with a empire waisted blouse or flowing tunic. Do not pair your skinny jeans with a short or tight top. To add some more sophistication to your outfit, add a fitted blazer or jacket that cuts off just below your hips. Heels are the ideal shoe to wear with skinny jeans; they make your legs look longer and leaner in your jeans, plus, they lift your behind, which makes it look perkier.  Avoid wearing flats with skinny jeans. They will make you look wider than you actually are. If you don’t feel comfortable walking in stilettos, trying swapping them out in favor of a wedge heel. Skinny jeans can be worn year round, but heels are not always the most cold-weather friendly shoe option. When the weather gets colder, swap your heels out for a pair of ankle booties.  Add a chunky sweater and a tailored coat to your outfit to look like you just walked off a ski slope. Go for a classically edgy look with a white t-shirt and a leather jacket.
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Mix up the proportions. Add a pair of heels. Pair your skinny jeans with booties for winter.