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Using your fingers, massage your skin in a circular motion, working the jelly into the stain. Continue doing this until the stain begins to come loose from your skin.  The benefit of using petroleum jelly and your fingers is that there’s a decreased chance of irritating your skin with abrasive rubbing! The drawback is that as the stain comes loose, things get messy. Be careful not to get the dye on anything as it starts coming off of your skin. The dye will transfer easily to your fingers, and from your fingers to anything you touch. Using disposable cotton balls will keep the mess in check, but be careful not to irritate your skin when rubbing it. You’ll be able to see when the dye starts coming off the skin and mixing with the jelly, but it may be difficult to see if the whole stain is off. If there’s still some dye on your skin when you wipe off the jelly, you have two options:  Reapply another layer and repeat the process as many times as is necessary Move on to the next step Follow the same procedure as the first step, but make the layer thicker than the previous one. This time, though, allow the jelly to sit on your skin for several hours. If you can stay at home all day, just go about your day at home as though it isn’t there. Do chores, cook dinner, read a book — whatever you want. If not, try to wipe off the stain again. Rub gently in a circular motion as you remove the jelly. Again, wash your face with warm water, soap, and a clean washcloth to remove the jelly.

summary: Rub a thin layer of petroleum jelly onto the stained area. Consider using a cotton ball instead of your fingers to keep the mess in check. Wipe the jelly and dye off with a soapy washcloth. Apply another layer of petroleum jelly over the stained area. Wipe the jelly off with a damp washcloth once a few hours have passed.


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The majority of skin tags are harmless, but it is best to talk with a dermatologist if you notice that the tag is darker than your skin color, large in size, or unusual in shape. If you remove the tag without consulting a professional you could lose valuable time in the event that it is a sign of a larger problem. Skin tags should not drastically change color. If this happens, talk to a dermatologist as well. They will most likely remove the tag and send it for testing if it is suspicious. Your doctor will numb the skin with a cream and use a scalpel to cut the tag away from the base of your skin. They may also snip the tag off using a sharp pair of medical scissors. This procedure, also called excision, is generally a fairly quick and painless procedure. During an office visit your doctor will use a probe to apply a small amount of liquid nitrogen to the site of your skin tag. This method, called cryosurgery, is also used to remove warts. The tag will fall off once it is frozen. With this method, called cauterization, your doctor will use a small probe to apply a heat source directly to the surface of the skin tag. The heat provided by the electrical current will burn off the tag resulting in an easy and quick removal. With this method, called ligation, your doctor will apply a small band to the base of the tag. This will cut off the blood supply to the upper portion of the tag and cause it to die and fall off your skin. The process can take up to a few days and, depending on the size and location of the tag, may be a bit more painful. It is very tempting to treat skin tags at home, but your doctor’s care offers some unique benefits. They will use sterile instruments to prevent infection. They will also rub on numbing cream to reduce your pain during and after the procedure. In addition, some of the methods, such as cauterization, are so advanced that they rarely leave a noticeable scar.  Since skin tags have a strong and constant blood supply, they are not considered safe to try and remove without medical supervision. Depending on the location of the tag, it may require the care of a specialist. Tags by the eyes, for example, are often treated by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor). You can always leave a skin tag alone. If it doesn’t bother you then there is no medical reason why you have to have it removed. It is highly likely that your doctor will recommend no treatment unless you feel strongly the other way. Insurance companies also often consider skin tag removal procedures to be cosmetic and not necessary. Make sure to check with your insurance to see if any removals will be covered.

summary: Make a dermatologist appointment. Have your doctor cut off your skin tag. Ask your doctor to freeze your skin tag. Have your doctor burn your tag off. Let the doctor cut off your tag's blood supply. Recognize the benefits of professional medical care. Allow it to go untreated.


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Maine Coons are susceptible to many dangers, like cars or predators, when they go outdoors. In addition to this, Maine Coons are a large and beautiful breed that are expensive to purchase. While it's rare, people do steal Maine Coons they see outdoors. For your cat's safety, keep it as an indoor cat only. A clean litter box is important to any cat. Maine Coons in particular, due to their long hair, require a clean litter box. Debris from litter can easily get caught in their fur, so clean your litter box daily.  Each day, scoop any feces or clumps of urine out of the litter box and add a small amount of fresh litter.  Swap the litter out completely once every two to three weeks. When you do so, make sure to scrub out the inside of the box and let it dry before replacing the litter. Maine Coons are one of the most social cat breeds. They do not do well without daily attention. Make sure to give your Maine Coon plenty of love to keep it happy.  Maine Coons may follow you around. You can pet them on occasion, but if you're busy they're generally happy to observe you. It's a good idea to pet them and snuggle at the end of the day, when you have time. In addition to keeping your cat active, playing can help you bond with your Maine Coon. Maine Coons, due to their friendly demeanor, generally do well with young children. However, interaction should be supervised. Maine Coons are tolerant of children, as long as kids are taught to handle them gently.  Encourage your kids to treat your cat with respect. Let them know they should only handle your cat when it comes to them and should not attempt to grab or restrain a Maine Coon. Young children may sometimes try to dress up an animal, or place it in a toy like a toy high chair or stroller. Maine Coons are more tolerant of this behavior than many house cats, but you should still keep an eye on your kids when they play with your Maine Coon. Make sure the cat does not seem aggressive or frightened during play.
summary: Keep your cat indoors. Make sure you maintain a clean litter box. Give your Maine Coon plenty of attention. Monitor your Maine Coon's interaction with children.