If you have sensitive skin, do not leave the juice on your face for more than 5 min. Follow up with your favourite facial scrub to exfoliate your skin. Do not forget your neck. This is a part of the body that is often neglected yet it is always on display.
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One-sentence summary -- Take the middle slice of the lemon and rub it all over your face and neck,  paying special attention to areas with skin discoloration or scars. Let the juice sit for 5-10 minutes. Rinse with luke-warm water.


Having good credit is an important part of qualifying for credit cards. That’s not all, though. You may need good credit to get utilities connected to your home, to rent an apartment, to pass an employer credit check, or to secure car and home loans.  Start early. Length of credit is a big factor in getting future credit and qualifying for cards. Lenders want to see that you have a track record in paying off your debts. Student or secured credit cards are good ways to establish and build your credit, as are retail and gas station credit cards. With good management, you can upgrade to a major credit card with lower interest rates and larger spending limits. Payment history counts for about 35% of your credit score. Make sure that you at least pay off your monthly minimums on the card’s balance, or you may hurt your standing.  Don’t miss outstanding payments, obviously. Card companies will charge you late penalties and, possibly, raise your interest rate if you pay late. Also, payments 30 or more days late can end up on your credit report. The best thing to do is to pay off balances early and in full, before the monthly deadline. How much you pay or how often you pay per month does not figure into your credit score. The thing that really matters is your balance on each card, or what is called the “debt-utilization ratio.”  Utilization counts for about 30% of your credit score.   Having a large debt-utilization ratio (i.e. big balances on your card) sends a bad message to lenders. It suggests that you spend more than you can pay. Try to keep your ratio low. Most experts say that your debt-utilization ratio shouldn’t be more than 30% at the most. This means a $3000 balance on a $10000 credit line. A ratio of zero will greatly improve your credit score. Another factor in your credit score is the number of accounts you hold, not only credit lines but mortgages, student loans, car loans, and others. The ideal number of cards to keep is not so clear, however.  Some experts recommend that you limit yourself to two personal credit cards, keeping one for normal purchases and the other for emergencies. More cards mean more temptation to spend and more risk of high debt.  However, others argue that it’s possible to have many credit cards, so long as you always pay on time and use them wisely.  Whichever path you choose, make sure not to apply for many credit cards at once. Every time you apply for a card, it initiates a “hard inquiry” on your credit report, which lowers your score. Too many hard inquiries in a short period will actually damage your credit. Finally, keep in mind that a credit card is not “free money” and that you will have to pay for purchases sooner or later. Use good financial sense and your credit score will be high, leading to future opportunities for cards and loans.  Avoid the temptation that comes with a credit card. It’s OK to use it now and then, but don’t spend beyond your financial means. Pay off your balances on time, every time. This will more than anything will assure you of good credit and sound finances.
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One-sentence summary -- Start early and build up a solid credit history. Pay off your balance or meet the monthly minimum. Keep your debt-utilization rate low. Limit your cards. Use the card wisely.


If you want to preserve wedding flowers, choose flowers that are easy to press or dry when planning your wedding. This will make the preservation process easier down the road. Roses tend to be one of the easiest types of flowers to preserve. Flowers with fleshier stems are also a good choice, such as peonies, hydrangea, and ranunculus. If you want to preserve your wedding bouquet, have a separate tossing bouquet. Flowers can easily become damaged when tossed, which can make them harder to preserve. Have a separate throwaway bouquet for the wedding and keep the actual bouquet in a vase safely away from the ceremony. After you preserve your flowers, consider how you want to store them. A frame or a shadow box can help keep pressed or dried flowers from becoming damaged. It can also help prevent decay and is a good option if you want to display your flowers. You may also want to look into purchasing a bouquet box, a special device designed to keep preserved flowers safe from harm.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose the right flowers ahead of time. Use a separate tossing bouquet. Store your flowers properly after preserving them.


Perhaps the best step you can take to help get in the habit of eating breakfast is making it the night before. One easy, healthy option is making oatmeal in the evening. In the morning, you can eat it cold or reheat it. Mix in nuts, fruit, or a handful of raisins and a bit of cinnamon.  Oats are a great breakfast food, as they are high in fiber and will keep you feeling full well into your day. Whole grain muffins are another good quick grab-and-go option. Make a big batch to last you through the week - and even longer if you freeze some. You can even do the prep work for a quick omelet ahead of time by whisking the eggs and chopping the veggies ahead of time and storing them in the fridge overnight. Whether you prefer to change up your breakfast day to to day or eat the same thing everyday, planning ahead will help you establish a routine. If you like to vary your meals, make a weekly plan so you can get everything you need and have it at the house. If you know you like to eat the same thing every day, stock up on what you need. For instance, have a backup tub of Greek yogurt and an extra bag of granola on hand in case your current supply runs out. For those days when you do wind up running a bit behind, store food at work so you don’t have to go without breakfast. Definitely store a few items with stable shelf life in your desk or locker. Good options include a jar of peanut butter, protein bars, and dried fruit. If you have access to a refrigerator, consider storing protein shakes and cheese sticks in it.
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Prepare your breakfast the night before. Plan a week’s worth of breakfasts. Stash breakfast-y snacks at work.