INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Measure out 0.25 cups (60 mL) of olive oil and put into a microwave-safe bowl. Measure out  0.25 cups (60 mL) of honey and add to the olive oil in the bowl. Stir gently. Olive oil will give your hair natural shine as the honey conditions it. It needs to be heated so that when you stir the mixture, the oil and the honey mix into each other evenly rather than remain separated in the bowl. Once mixed, test the mixture with your finger to make sure it’s not too warm to use. If it is a little too warm, give it a moment to cool down before proceeding. Work with small sections at a time for even coverage. Take care to cover evenly from root to tip, concentrating on the ends. You want each strand coated, but not drenched in the mixture. After you've evenly applied the mixture, use a warm towel to wrap your hair. Make sure no strands are escaping the towel. If any drops of the mixture drip from beneath the towel, wipe them away avoiding the eyes and eye area. Keep your hair wrapped for 30 minutes. To warm the towel before use, try tossing it in your dryer for a few minutes. You want the towel to be warm and cozy, but not hot or uncomfortable. Shower and shampoo your hair as you normally would during your hair care routine using your moisture boosting shampoo. Make sure to clean your scalp and hair well but don't over-lather, as this will strip your hair of moisture. Take care to get all of the oil and honey completely rinsed from your hair. Rinse clean and towel dry until damp, then style your hair as usual. Regular use of this treatment will make your hair stronger and softer.

SUMMARY: Make your mixture. Melt the mixture in the microwave. Apply the mixture to your hair. Wrap your hair with a warm towel. Shampoo your hair. Repeat this process twice per month for best results.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: After pulling clothes out of the dryer, pile the clothes on your bed so you can easily get to them and fold them one by one. You'll need a space on your bed big enough to lay pants out flat. This way there's plenty of room to fold each pair of pants properly.

SUMMARY: Start by putting all of your clothes laid out or in a pile to get started. Have a space cleared so you can fold them well.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Fill a kettle with water and set it on the stovetop. Make sure that you’re heating up enough water to prepare the tea, especially if you plan on pouring several mugs worth of it. Turn the stovetop onto the highest heat, and wait several minutes for the kettle to whistle before turning the stovetop off. If you don’t want to use a kettle, you can boil water in the microwave, as well.

SUMMARY: Boil enough water to fill a 12  fl oz (350 mL) mug of tea.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It is important to keep your skin well hydrated because plaque psoriasis causes your skin to be very dry and itchy.  Apply moisturizers to retain the moisture in your body, especially after taking baths or showers. You should use mild, unscented moisturizers and lotions to prevent drying of the skin, itchiness, and scaling problems. Moisturizers with scents can sometimes contain allergens or irritants. This oil – easily found in most kitchens – can help you in treating psoriasis. Just apply a small amount onto the affected areas, massage it in a circular motion and let it stay on the skin for several minutes.  After the scaly patches have softened, you can remove the dead skin gently with a loofah or skin scrub. You can use this treatment several times a day until the scales have been totally removed. This is a supplement that comes in a gel-like capsule form that is usually taken to improve heart health. However, it's good for the skin too. It contains omega 3 fatty acids that help heal psoriasis patches.  Fish oil for the skin may not be taken orally but rather should be applied topically. Cut the gel capsule on the tip and let the oil ooze from the inside. Apply the oil to the affected areas of skin using a gentle circular motion. This will help in softening and smoothing scaly patches of skin. You can apply the fish oil several times a day until scales have been totally removed. Mild psoriasis on knees and elbows can be treated with a mild emollient, such as emulsifying ointment BP or white, soft paraffin. Both of these substances will minimize scaling and prevent development of cracks on the skin. These are available in many skin and hygiene stores, some grocery stores, and online. Many soaps contain harsh chemicals that can irritate the skin and make psoriasis worse. Therefore, it’s important that you choose hypoallergenic soaps which contain mild ingredients. A mild soap and warm water will help keep your condition from getting worse. Examples of mild soaps include Aveeno cleansing bars, Nivea cream bars, or phisoderm soaps.

SUMMARY:
Apply unscented moisturizers to your skin each day to help fight plaque psoriasis. Apply olive oil to your affected areas. Try applying fish oil to keep your skin moisturized. Try paraffin oils or emulsifying ointment BP. Remember to use mild soaps to keep your skin from getting dry and irritated.