Problem: Article: They may be cheap and easy on your wallet, but they will be harsh on your hair. Many drugstore brand shampoos and conditioners contain silicones and harsh chemicals that can dry out and damage your hair. What you save on shampoo and conditioner you will later spend on buying masks and treatments. Instead, consider buying some salon brands. They are more expensive, but they are also less-damaging when it comes to hair. They help rebalance your hair's pH and restore moisture. Just because a product does not say that it is meant for damaged hair doesn't mean that it won't help. If you cannot find something that says "for damaged hair" on the label, look for something that will hydrate, nourish, or strengthen your hair. These sorts of traits will help erase the damage, or at least make it less noticeable. Here is a list of things you should look for when buying shampoo, conditioner, and other products:  Products that say "Dry and Brittle Hair" are great for damaged hair. They are extra nourishing and moisturizing and will help make your hair stronger. Look for products that contain moisturizers, such as Argan oil, coconut oil, or shea butter. Smoothing and softening shampoos and conditioners contain healthy oils that will make our hair appear healthier and less frizzy. Any products that say: repairing, hydrating, or moisturizing. Consider buying some leave-in conditioners. They will help lock the moisture in, and prevent your hair from drying out. If you dye your hair, then look for something that says "For Colo-Treated Hair." These products not only help prevent fading, but they also provide your hair with extra moisture and nourishment. Most of these shampoos contain alcohols and chemicals that are bad for your hair. They will cause your hair to become more brittle and dry, which could lead to more damage. If you must use something fragranced, look for something with a natural fragrance, such as essential oil or coconut oil. Certain ingredients found in shampoos and conditioners (particularly the drugstore kind) can be very harmful to your hair and body. You can prevent damaging your hair even more by avoiding the following ingredients:  Parabens are preservatives that have been linked to breast cancer. Sulfates often appear in the ingredient list as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. They are harsh detergents often found in floor cleaners and capable of stripping your hair of its natural oils, resulting in dry and brittle hair. They are responsible for the foam and lather in a shampoo. Ureas are added for their anti-fungal and antimicrobial properties. Unfortunately, they have been linked to dermatitis and cancer. Phthalates/plasticizers may disrupt the endocrine system Petrochemicals, such as Lanolin, Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Petrolatum, Propylene Glycol, and PVP/VA Copolymer seal the toxins in your hair while keeping moisture and oxygen out. Certain ingredients found in shampoos and conditioners are beneficial for your hair. Here is a list of oils and moisturizing agents that should be in your hair products:  Oils such as Argan, avocado, and olive oil Moisturizing agents such as glycerin, glyceryl stearate, propylene glycol, shea butter, sodium lactate, sodium PCA, and sorbitol. Many hair products contain alcohols. Some of them are too drying or your hair, leading to more damage, and should be avoided. Others are not bad for your hair, and make good substitutes:  Avoid the following alcohol: isopropyl alcohol, propanol, propyl alcohol, and SD alcohol 40. The following alcohols are not bad for your hair: Cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, and stearyl alcohol.
Summary: Avoid drugstore brands when buying hair products. Look for products that will hydrate and nourish your hair. Pass on the overly-fragranced shampoos. Avoid products containing parabens, sulfates, and other harmful ingredients. Look for natural oils and moisturizers in the ingredient list. Know what alcohols should and should not be in your hair products.

Problem: Article: Don't apply your maroon paint or dye right away. Check how your paint or dye will look when it dries to make sure it's the colour you want. Apply a small dab of your paint or dye to a piece of scrap paper. Wait for it to dry and then check to see if it's the color you want. When mixing paint, it's best to stick to single pigment paints. Too many pigments can dull a color, so make sure your red, yellow, and blue are all single pigment varieties. Lightening a darker colour requires a great deal of paint, time, and effort. On the other hand, only a small splash of a darker paint will change a colour from light to dark. Try your best to start off with a lighter maroon. It will be easier to darken the colour than lighten it.
Summary: Do some test swabs. Stick to single pigments. Opt to add dark colours to light ones.

Problem: Article: Vacuuming a pool is a critical part of keeping it clean. Doing the job manually, though, can be time-consuming so you may want to invest in an automatic vacuum. It attaches to the pool’s filter system to move the dirt and debris out of the pool and moves around automatically so you don’t need to do any work.  Make sure to choose an automatic pool vacuum designed specifically for above ground pools so you know that it will work best for your pool’s materials and dimensions. If you have an automatic pool cleaner, you can run it daily or every other day so you can be sure that the pool is always clean. To vacuum an above ground pool manually, you’ll need a vacuum head with brushes or rollers to remove the dirt and debris from the bottom of the pool. Secure it on the end of a telescopic pool pole that will allow you to move around the entire floor of the pool.  Before you plan to vacuum your pool, you should skim the surface of any leaves or other debris. If you vacuum your pool manually, make sure to do it at least once or twice a week. After you’ve attached the vacuum head to the pole, insert the swivel end of a vacuum hose into the head. Place the vacuum into the bottom of the pool near the skimmer water return outlet. Lean the pole against the side of the pool as you’re readying the vacuum in a secure position so it won’t fall into the water. Hold the free end of the vacuum hose in the water in front of the skimmer return outlet to fill it with water. Wait until there are no longer any bubbles coming from the vacuum head, and insert the free end of the hose into the return outlet. With the vacuum hose attached, take hold of the vacuum’s pole and begin moving it across the bottom of the pool. Take your time to ensure that you pick up all of the debris and cover the entire floor of the pool. To ensure that you pick up all of the debris, try to overlap your strokes as you move the vacuum to go over each area twice.
Summary:
Invest in an automatic pool vacuum. Attach a vacuum head to a pool pole. Secure a hose to the vacuum and put it in the pool. Place the other end of the hose in the skimmer hole. Move the vacuum along the bottom of the pool to remove debris.