INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Give your hair about 15 minutes to soak up the mask. Once it’s done, rinse it out well with warm water. You can use this creamy mask once a week to keep your hair shiny and oil-free!  You can pin your hair up off your back if you don’t want the mask to touch your clothes, or wear an old T-shirt that you don’t care about staining. You don’t have to wear shower cap over the mask, since you’re not trying to lock in any moisture.

SUMMARY: Let the mixture soak in for 15 minutes before rinsing clean.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The best place to start if you want to begin talking with guys successfully is to just get better at talking to strangers. Talk to the clerk at the grocery store, strike up a conversation with the old lady in the park, talk to that guy in the sci-fi aisle at the book store....you get the idea. If you want to approach a guy in a way that comes across as normal, you have to do it the same way you'd approach anyone else, so practicing with normal people is the best way to get yourself prepared. This is not to say that you have to look like a model, but you definitely shouldn't look like you just escaped the local insane asylum. Practice good hygiene and wear clean clothes that fit and flatter your body. You should also smell good for the same reason. Just shower and use deodorant. A little perfume can be nice, just don't overdo it. Don't just immediately rush over to a hot guy. Take a minute to look him over. You'll need to use what you see to make some guesses about what he might like to talk about and whether he'll be receptive. Look at their behavior and how they're interacting with the people around them. You should also look at what they're wearing. Wedding rings, no go. Items that look sentimental (like a hand knit hat), probably has a girlfriend. Do keep an eye out for things that can start a conversation though. Chatting up guys in some locations can be a bit off-putting. If he's clearly out with a business partner or boss, leave him alone. Public transportation is also a bad idea, since usually someone is tired or busy while taking public transit. Do talk to them where there are other people around though. This can not only give you an excuse to talk, but it removes the feeling like you might be after something. Try to catch him when he's alone, but also avoid using a wing woman/man. This makes you seem too much like those pickup artist guys. A wing buddy shows that you do this a lot or in a calculated way, which sends the absolute wrong message to a guy.

SUMMARY: Practice talking to strangers. Take care of your appearance and smell. Pay attention to them before talking. Avoid certain locations. Talk in places where there are other people. Go in alone, if at all possible.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Measure the grass plug's root ball or eyeball its approximate length. Dip your shovel into the soil and dig a hole that's about the same depth and width as the root ball. Avoid making the hole deeper than the root ball, as too deep can bury your grass plug's top. Sprinkle a grass or starter fertilizer into the hole as recommended by the package instructions, based on the hole's depth. Starter fertilizers help create a hospitable place for grass plugs as they develop root systems in the soil. Buy a starter or grass plug fertilizer from a nearby garden center or plant nursery. Lower your grass plug into the hole and adjust it so the top stays upright. Fill the rest of the hole with soil, covering the entire root ball to prevent it from drying out later on. Avoid covering the grass plug's top with soil, as this can increase the risk of diseases and fungal infections. Once you've planted each grass plug into the soil, use your hose or watering can to water each one. Keep watering the soil until it is damp, but not waterlogged to prevent overwatering the plugs.

SUMMARY: Dig a hole about the same size as the grass plug's root ball. Place a fertilizer in the bottom of the hole. Plant your grass plugs in the soil. Water the soil again after planting it.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Tortoises come in many varieties, and there are many factors to consider when it comes to choosing one, from the way you want your tortoise to look, the environment your tortoise prefers, and how much money you want to "shell out" on this shelled creature. Any type of tortoise you choose will make a wonderful pet for your family, once you commit to caring for this particular species. Some of the more common species of tortoises include the Sulcata, Leopard, Redfoot, Yellowfoot, Greek, Russian, Hermanns, and Indian Star. Here are some things you need to know about choosing a tortoise: Though the tortoise you bring home may be small and cute initially, some species of tortoises can grow over two feet in length after 5-10 years of care. If you're really committed to having one for a long time, try not to get caught in their appearance, and consider what species best suit your lifestyle, financial income, surroundings and whether or not you're able to provide the required care of that specific species. It's important to purchase your tortoise from a seller that you respect, who has a history of making a successful sale and who can promise that you have been given the tortoise under healthy conditions. Avoid getting your creature at a reptile show, because this may make it likely that you won't be able to get in touch with the seller again after buying a tortoise, so there's no way he or she can check up on how you're caring for your tortoise.  Find a seller who prides themself in customer service, whether you are going to a pet store or finding your creature online. If your seller says that he or she will be easy to contact after the sale is made, then it's more likely that you are making a solid transaction. There are some legal restrictions on keeping or breeding some tortoises, especially Mediterranean breeds. If this is the case for the tortoise you want, then make sure the seller has a certificate from C.I.T.E.S. (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species). If you're only around to take care of your tortoise for a year or two before you want to jump ship, then it may not be the ideal pet for you. Tortoises can live between 30~100 years, which means that your lovely pet may live longer than you. Don't let this scare you, though; just make sure you get a pet tortoise when you live in a stable environment and know you can find someone to take care of your tortoise if you have to move or leave. You don't have to be settled in one place for 50 years, but you should be prepared for many years of care for the new addition to your home.

SUMMARY:
Choose your tortoise. Buy your tortoise from a reputable seller. Make sure you can make a long commitment to your tortoise.