12 MILLION WOMEN IGNORE THESE SYMPTOMS OF THYROID DISORDER. DO YOU KNOW THE SIGNS?

About 27 million people in America are living with a thyroid condition and they aren’t even aware of it. While thyroid conditions are treatable, they’re quite tricky to diagnose as the symptoms tend to be subtle. In fact, you can mistake the symptoms for other health complications.

Here are some of the common tell-tale signs you should look out for:

1. CHANGE IN SLEEP PATTERNS

An overactive thyroid pumps out excessive amounts of T3 and T4 hormones, which can overstimulate your central nervous system, resulting in insomnia. Hence, if you’ve been a heavy sleeper but suddenly you cannot sleep well at night, it could be an indication of a thyroid condition.

2. ANXIETY FOR NO REASON

If you’ve been a calm person but is now getting anxious and worried about virtually everything easily, you need to have your thyroid levels checked soon.

3. CHANGE IN BOWEL HABITS

This could be a manifestation of an underactive thyr0id. Recurrent constipation is a sign of underactive thyroid glands, whereas overactive thyroid could make you have a regular bowel movement.

4. THINNING OF YOUR HAIR

An overactive or underactive thyroid affects your hair growth cycle. Whereas most of your hair grows, a small part of it rests, thereby making your hair appear thinner.

5. SWEATING AT RANDOM TIMES

Unusual excessive sweating is a sign of a hyperactive thyroid. Abnormally high hormone levels can accelerate your metabolism, thereby making you feel overly warm.

6. A SURPRISING WEIGHT GAIN

Inexplicable weight gain is normally a manifestation of an underactive thyroid. Lack of hormones lowers metabolism and calorie burning.

7. SUDDEN LOSS OF WEIGHT

Inexplicable weight loss, on the other hand, could be a manifestation of an overactive thyroid that causes an increase in the metabolism.

8. BRAIN FOG

A malfunctioning thyroid undermines brain function, resulting in a brain fog. Subtle memory loss and overall mental fatigue are some of the symptoms.

9. A GUSH OF TOO MUCH ENERGY

The body processes speed up and you feel like you have had excess caffeine even when you are just relaxed.

10. CRAVING FOR AN AFTERNOON NAP

Daytime tiredness, with a frequent urge to take a nap, could be a sign of an underactive thyroid. Your body needs thyroid hormones to generate energy.

11. EARLY AND LATE DATES

When the thyroid is not producing sufficient hormones, your periods may come late and heavier. On the other hand, lighter periods that occur after long gaps are an indication of an overactive thyroid.

12. INFERTILITY OR MISCARRIAGE

Infertile women or those who miscarry, but have no family history of such, need to go for a thyroid screening. Low hormone levels can undermine ovulation. You can use hormone supplements to deal with this condition.

Dental plaque is a colorless, sticky mass (biofilm) that grows on surfaces within the mouth.

Dental plaque is a colorless, sticky mass (biofilm) that grows on surfaces within the mouth.

If left untreated, it can lead to periodontal disease as the bacteria in plaque secrete juices that harm the gums and the support structure.

Just by brushing our teeth, the plaque cannot be successfully removed. But, there are cases where people have been using coconut oil and have defeated this condition.

All you need is a tablespoon of coconut oil. You should consume it daily and the plaque will disappear. Every day, rinse your mouth with it for 15 to 20 minutes and spit it out.

Coconut oil will eliminate the harmful bacteria in your mouth and will prevent the accumulation of plaque. After rinsing your mouth, brush your teeth with a toothbrush, but without using toothpaste. You will notice the differences after ten days.

4 Signs That Say Someone is Dying to Kiss You

Are they kissing other parts of you already? We reveal the top signs you'll see when someone is very interested in kissing you.


First kisses are usually awkward moments for many people.

You are wondering if he will allow you kiss him or if he'll say 'not yet' and leave you feeling like a fool.

You really want to kiss her, but you do not know if it is too early and will get her scared away.



Well, no one likes rejection and some people do not even recover from that awkward moment of having their puckered lips waved away, and the embarrassed silence that follows such moments.

However, someone needs to make that move, or both of you will keep dying inside from a desire to lock lips with the other.



Stalling
Sometimes, people drag their feet when they should be on the move.

Did she say good night after a date, but has refused to take a step away from where she is?

She might want that kiss badly, and is waiting for you to do what she’s feeling shy to do. Please, try lean in for that kiss and set the sparks flying.



Kissing other parts of your body
For instance, his arm is placed across your shoulder, and he’s occasionally pressing his lips to your cheek, forehead, neck, arm, hands, etc. When a guy or girl does this, they surely will be looking to kiss your lips soon. [Of course, deeply] Wait for it, it’ll happen soon.



Drawing attention to their lips
People do this sometimes without even knowing. They lick their lips, or bite them in a kind of pre-kissing ritual, if you choose to see it that way.

It has been said that if someone keeps putting their fingers near their lips or licking or biting them, it’s because they might be thinking about using them on you.



They stare at your lips
Of course, as they draw attention to their own lips, they are also concentrated on yours, staring ceaselessly at it as you speak.

Don’t be surprised that the babe or guy will not even remember any or many of the things you say, they were not really listening, just imagining kissing your lips would feel like!

Of course, we know some of you have other signs you watch out for. Feel free to let us know what they are in the comments section below.

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WORLD MOST TALLEST BUILDINGS THAT WILL MAKE YOU SCARED

The world's tallest artificial structure is the 829.8 m (2,722 ft) tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai,United Arab Emirates. The building gained the official title of "Tallest Building in the World" and the tallest self supported structure at its opening on January 9, 2010.

How To Make The First Move in 3 Easy Steps

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are around a good-looking guy who was too shy to approach you?

So you are at a public event, a religious gathering, a concert etc, and you are sizing-up this guy, you catch him checking you out a few times, too.

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You both are supposed to exchange numbers, chat a few times, go on few dates, fall in love, become an item, and maybe live together forever…

But nope,you didn’t even say hi till the event ended and you went your separate ways. Why? He did not come to speak to you first.

The longstanding idea is that guys should approach girls first. Accepted.

However, some guys are just shy, or don’t do well with rejection and would rather shut their mouths than have you curve them.

While many girls are starting to warm up to the idea of walking up to the guy first, and are literally taking what they want, many still refuse to think there’s any sense to it.

There’s a lot to say to convince such people but that might just be a discussion for another day.

What we hope to do with this article is assist you, if you don’t mind walking up to that guy you’ve been eyeing for so long, but don’t know how to go about it.

These are three easy steps that will make it easier for you to go after what you really want.

Don't worry about being embarrassed
Take it from a guy. It is extremely difficult to approach a guy and have him embarrass you.

See, most likely 10 out of 10 guys will be more than cool with a woman approaching them and will actually find it very attractive.

It's really hard to locate a guy who isn't flattered when a woman initiates a conversation with them or shows interest in them.

Even if they are taken, and can’t pursue any serious relationship with you, be sure they won’t embarrass you. The chances of that happening are just too low.

Body Language
You want to get him to be attracted to you, primarily as a person, not as a sex-object, so desist from body contacts, such as holding his hand, or letting your hand rest on his shoulder for too long. Maintain eye contact, laugh and smile when it's called for, and just generally relax. You don't want to come across as too strong.

Leave the ball in his court
It's been proven that men tend to pick up the lead after initiation has been made.

Once the ice is broken, he will get into the conversation too, and anyone who sees you both will not even be able to guess that you walked up to him and not the other way round.

Who said he is not interested in you too, but was only too shy to make the first move?

So, there's a big chance that now that the conversation has begun already, there will be no more inhibitions in his mind.

Don't be surprised that he will even be the one to ask for your phone number.

In conclusion, you should be confident in the fact that most guys will be flattered by your initiation and will most be quite grateful too!

So here's the deal, when next you see that guy, why not walk up to him and talk to him? You never can tell the good things that might result from that conversation!

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5 Reasons Why Fighting is Good for Your Relationship

Below are five reasons why lovers' fights are needed in every relationship.

First things first, this article is not about toxic, abusive relationships.


We’re talking here about healthy relationships and ‘normal’ lovers’ fights, which to a large extent is to be naturally expected, and as this article tries to prove, needed.

Here are five reasons why…

It proves you're completely honest with each other
There’s a very chance that if you exposed the whole of yourself to your partner, there will be one or two things about you that they will not be too happy about, hence the need for a change.

If you can voice your concern, stand up for your opinion, especially about something you’re not comfortable about, and argue with your partner about it, it proves that you’re honest enough and actually willing to make the relationship work.

On the other hand, you could always pretend at all times that all is fine when you are actually not cool with anything at all. And really, that’s just totally uncool.

It proves you're not intimidated by one another
As opposed to an abusive relationship [which you should never stay in], fights in healthy relationships are symmetrical arguments where both partners are free to express their discontent at each other.

If you’re not afraid to let your partner know what they’re doing wrong, then it means you’re at a point where you both are not scared or intimidated by each other; and that, dear friend, is a really good place to be in your relationship.

It helps you correct your flaws
Not only does a fight help correct your own defects, it also helps you point out your partner’s faults and vice-versa, and the cycle of correcting each other and growing as people goes on.

It creates good memories
Wondering how that works, right?

Ok, picture this; several years down the line, you and your partner are now closer than ever, and you are at the best place to be in your relationship; but at first, it was not like that.

You were always arguing and correcting and ironing out things. Eventually, you get to perfectly understand each other, and then, you can look back at the old days and smile at how far you have come now.

It keeps your ego at a reasonable level
When all is said and done, what matters more than the fight itself is how you resolve it. If you can get off your high-horse, apologies to each other and effectively resolve serious arguments, then you can be sure that you’re in it for the long run and can make this relationship work against all odds.

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3 Sure Ways to Find a Faithful Partner

If you are in search of a faithful partner, here are three things that can boost your chances of finding them quick

No reasonable person ever goes into a relationship with the hope of getting cheated on.

Faithfulness is a big, big factor in deciding who or not to date, and when one's heart has been broken a couple of times, that requirement becomes even more important.

So if a genuinely faithful guy or lady is what you are after, here are the three things you really want to know about.

The company you keep
‘Birds of a feather, flock together,’ they say.

If you are continuously in the midst of people who are serially unfaithful to all the partners they have been with, getting someone who is not unfaithful in those circles will be quite difficult.

A guy introduced to you by your friend who is well known for her promiscuity might assume you are the same and treat you with little trust and respect, just as you would treat a promiscuous person.

And without trust and respect, it would be quite hard to remain faithful to a partner.

Get involved at religious centers
Of course, not everyone you meet at a mosque or church will portray the characters expected of real Muslims or Christians.

However, the chances of meeting those naturally moral, kind, compassionate and considerate men and women are highly increased in those places.

Be patient
Very importantly, you must exhibit patience.

The type of guy or lady you want to meet and others like him are out there, but they are highly-outnumbered by the jerks and losers.

Therefore, see this as a process of sieving sand out of rice. It requires a lot of patience.

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How to Get Rid of Pimples

Pimples are a normal skin condition that affect many people. Pimples are an inflammation of the skin in which the sebaceous glands (oil glands) become  infected with bacteria, swell up, and fill with pus.

Excess sebum secretion by the oil glands is the primary cause behind this problem. Pimples generally occur on the face, neck, back and shoulders. Though not a critical condition, pimples can make a person feel miserable due to their appearance.

There are a lot of lotions and medicines on the market to treat pimples but they can take time. Many natural methods are effective in treating pimples within a very short time period.


Here are the top 10 ways to get rid of pimples fast.

1. Ice
Ice can be used to quickly reduce the redness, swelling and inflammation of pimples. It helps in improving blood circulation to the affected area, and in tightening the skin pores and removing dirt and oil accumulated on the skin. You can use ice cubes or crushed ice, whichever is convenient.

Use this Ice Remedy to Remove Your Pimples
Wrap the ice in a piece of cloth and hold it on the affected skin area for a few seconds.
Wait a few minutes and repeat the process.


2. Lemon
Another quick way to get rid of pimples is the use of lemon juice, which is rich in vitamin C.Lemon juice helps pimples dry up faster. Be sure to use fresh lemon juice and not bottled juice, which has preservatives. There are a couple of ways to apply this remedy.
Dip a clean cotton swab in fresh lemon juice and apply it to the pimples before going to bed.
You can also mix one tablespoon of lemon juice with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and put it on the pimples overnight. In the morning, wash the skin well with lukewarm water. However, this particular remedy is not suitable for those with sensitive skin.

3. Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is excellent for treating acne and pimples. It has antibacterial properties that help fight the bacteria that cause these skin problems.

Plus, its soothing properties help reduce the redness and inflammation of pimples. It also helps dry out blackheads and whiteheads.
Just dip a cotton ball in tea tree essential oil and dab it on the affected area. Rinse your face after 15 to 20 minutes.
Another option is to mix a few drops of tea tree oil in 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel. Apply it on your pimples and blemishes, leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse it off.

Note: Steer clear of tea tree oil if you have sensitive skin.

4. Toothpaste
The toothpaste that you use every morning to clean your teeth also can be used to treat pimples quickly. It is most effective when used following the ice remedy. You must use white toothpaste; avoid using gel toothpaste.
Apply some white toothpaste over the affected skin area before going to bed.
In the morning, wash your face with water and you will see a significant improvement in the swelling.

If you wish, you can repeat the process in the daytime also. Just make sure the toothpaste remains on the pimples for at least half an hour.

5. Steam
Steaming is wonderful for your skin at any time, but particularly when you have pimples. The steam will open your pores and allow your skin to breathe. This helps get rid of oils, dirt and bacteria trapped in the pores that can cause infection or inflammation.

6 steps to get over an ex

Trying hard to get over your ex and still failing to? Check out these six steps that may help you get over your ex.

6. Accept The Fact That It Is Over

The first and most difficult step to getting over an ex is to convince yourself that they’re gone and it’s over. You can’t be friends with them, because if you stay as friends your feelings will keep growing and you will End up crying to them one day. You can’t contact them for anything. You can’t check up on them. Accept That they’re gone, those hugs and kisses are gone, those hang outs are gone, those dates are the past. It is not at all easy but it is vital that you make yourself understand this. Stop stalking them on their social Network accounts, delete their number, delete your photos with them. It will hurt now but it is for your own Good for a better and happier future, always remember why you broke up and help it make you stronger.

5. Don’t Talk To Their Friends

You probably became good friends with their friends and you guys started hanging out together. Stop talking To them, the more you talk to them, the more your mind will tell you to ask about your ex and how they’re doing And if they’re seeing anyone now, and it will all end up hurting you and eventually throwing yourself at them again And being hurt again.

4. You CAN’T Be Friends

When I broke up with my ex, we decided to at least stay as friends, BIG MISTAKE! Slowly and surely, we Started talking about our feelings again, and then it went on and ended up being another breakup which Hurt a lot more than the last one. You simply can not be friends with your ex because it wasn’t the relationship You guys were in to begin with, your relationship started with love, and when love is in the mix it just doesn’t Go away no matter how cool you try being with them, you’ll continue feeling stronger for them and it’ll hurt you In the end.

3. No Contact, On Any Level

Keep this in mind, if you contact your ex for any reason you’ll slowly want to talk more to them and you’ll get Interested again. It starts off with a harmless phone call or a text message and it leads to you two talking all Night and saying how much you miss each other. The part where you two broke up and why suddenly vanishes And all you can think of is being with them again. So it’s a HUGE no, don’t ever contact them, have no means To contact them, and if they contact you just simply ignore them because they won’t do it forever. Don’t be Weak and help yourself get through it.

2. Don’t Keep Anything That Reminds You Of Them

Throw away everything that they gave you, don’t keep anything that makes you think of them and how sweet They were and how awesome they were because they broke up with you for a reason. And making yourself Think of the good times will make you forget the bad and make you commit the same mistake again. So Don’t keep anything that belongs to them or they gave you, it will be extremely hard but it will be worth it.



1. Hang Out With Family And Friends

Now that you’ve told yourself it’s over, stop killing yourself for it and start living your life again. If you have good Friends, they’ll make sure you get as happy as possible. Your family also understands. Be around positive People who make you feel good and you’ll be back on your feet in no time!

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5 Sure Signs a Guy Wants to End it

In relationships guys find it hard to break up physically, they'd rather show these signs instead...

There are signs a guy is done with relationship and they start from the vibes he gives off.

In relationships guys are surprisingly the ones who find it hard to break up physically, they'd rather show signs than pass the message i.e the breakup across with actual words.

There are many ways a guy can show he's done with the lady in a relationship and these are sure ones to look out for:

1. He starts off meaningless fights and for no reason
He snaps at jokes he ordinarily wouldn't and everything the lady does at this point is annoying to him. He ultimately wants/waiting for a spark to end the relationship.

2. He disappears at will
All of a sudden the once smitten, always around guy is nowhere to be found. He finds it difficult to pick up the phone to call or even pick up the phone when the lady does.

3. He's mean for no reason
He doesn't consider the other party's feelings or emotions anymore, he just comes across as cold (very cold).

4. He pays no attention/gets distant
A guy planning to break off with his lady doesn't pay attention anymore. He actually doesn't pay any mind to the lady, what she wants and sometimes he strays/his thoughts stray when having a converation.

5. He isn't close to you anymore
The guy stops intimate conversations, hangs out without you and generally starts 'doing his own thing'.

If all these signs and more persist, he may have moved on or just not interested anymore.

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27 things men do in bed that women hate

Sex isn't always sexy! Here are 27 things men do during sex that ladies totally hate.

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You should know by now that not everything that happens during sex is actually sexy. No?

Well then, let's enlighten you a little. Sometime ago, we talked about 25 things women do during sex that men hate.

Now it's time to turn the tables and ask the women how they feel while doing the dirty.

Metro UK went on Facebook and asked the womenfolk what dudes do in the sack that they hate, and below are their answers. [Warning: contains adult content, obviously].


1. 'When they try to recreate sex positions that they've obviously seen on some online porn site, and you end up basically doing a headstand, looking a mess and having to listen to them say: "You're loving that aren't you babes?" Err, no.'


2. 'When you're on top and they're just staring at you and it's like, ahhh what face do I pull? So you just close your eyes and hope for the best.'


3. 'When they ask YOU to put the condom on. Just no.'


4. 'When they think it's sexy to spank you so hard that you just want to turn around and punch them in the face.'


5 'When they just stop, and it's like, "hello? Did you hear me orgasm?" No.'


6. 'Asking "do you like that?" How about just don't talk and see if I look like I don't want to kill myself/watch Scandal over your shoulder.'


7. 'When you give them a blow job and they act as if you don't have a gag reflex. How about I throw up all over your penis?'


8. 'When they ask you to strip (which is always awkward – what music do you put on?) and then your skinny jeans get stuck round your ankles.'


9. 'When they see random things they've read online and think they're a good idea. Err no, I don't want ice rubbed all over my body.'


10. 'When you're in the middle of foreplay and they thrust a finger up your bum with NO warning.'


11. 1'When they drag it out because they're waiting for you to orgasm first. You're going to be waiting a while for that…'


12. 'Trying to go down on you in the morning when you're feeling really unsexy and unclean. Just gross.'


13. 'Putting their fingers everywhere at once like they're playing some sort of instrument. Far too confusing, you just don't know what's going on down there.'


14. 'When they think it's a good idea to stick objects in you. Just no.'


15. 'Casually trying to have anal sex without asking and without lube. It does not just slip in there.'


16. 'Being so aggressive with their hands during foreplay that they pretty much give you internal bleeding.'


17. 'Nipple biting. It just f*****g hurts.'


18. 'Pulling your hair so hard you scream and your eyes water.'


19. 'Baggy boxers. Eww.'


20. 'Man stubble. And not the type that's on his face.'


21. 'When a bloke wants to do 69 but insists he's on top, so you basically suffocate under him. Vom.'


22. 'Eating fried chicken before a blow job. Pretty much the worst taste imaginable.'


23. 'When men rush foreplay and think you're going to orgasm from 27 seconds.'


24. 'Wanting to ejaculate on your face, in your hair, in your eyes.'


25. 'Being passive aggressive when they can't make you orgasm. So sexy.'


26. 'Trying to remove underwear with their teeth. What even is that?'

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'Not cleaning properly. It's not attractive to taste urine.'

5 Simple Reasons Good Relationships go Bad

Here are 5 simple reasons why a seemingly good relationship could turn sour within a short period of time.


Sometimes you see a couple who have been together for a while and everything seems to be going great, then suddenly the relationship comes to an abrupt end.

The first question that comes to mind after this is "what went wrong?"

Well, you didn't see it coming, but here are 5 reasons why a good relationship could go bad.


1. Unchecked Emotional Baggage: Now, hopefully your partner's baggage doesn't include a surprise child, but we have heard worse. The biggest type of baggage which will stop the best relationship in its tracks? Unresolved emotional issues. All of us carry around wounds we've received as children, or in past relationships, but the key is how willing you are to examine them, understand them, and work through them. Left unchecked, you'll likely encounter the same problems in every relationship you start. Self-exploration is a wonderful thing!


2. You (or He) Stopped Trying: "Things started out great! He planned nights out, made me dinner, and now I can't get him off of the couch!" Some people put their best feet forward when trying to woo their partners, but once they are feeling comfortable, they stop putting any thought or energy into the relationship. This can be a fatal error. Both partners have to give in a relationship, and that means sharing responsibilities, thinking up date ideas, and providing dinner (even if it's take-out!).


3. You Started Criticizing: A once-fantastic relationship can turn negative when one of the parties starts picking apart the other. There really isn't room for this in a flourishing relationship, where both people should be lifting one another up — not tearing them down.


4. You Got Too Physical Too Fast: It takes time to form the healthy emotional circuits needed to sustain a lasting relationship. Trust and the willingness to commit can't be rushed. But surging sexual energy can shut out a potential partnership if switched on too early. Becoming physically intimate can open up a large amount of issues that put pressure on a fledgling relationship, so proceed at a pace that feels right for you.


5. There's Too Much Distance: An emotionally distant partner can be frustrating, which is why it is important to keep the communication flowing. When the talking and sharing stops, an invisible wall goes up, which can lead to some very unhappy endings. When it comes to a long-distance relationship (LDR), it can certainly work, usually if there is an end goal in sight (knowing that eventually you will be living in the same city!). If you are entering into a LDR and you happen to be jealous or insecure, then you are in for a tough road ahead. It's best to really consider whether you can handle these types of challenges — or not.

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#7 Most Beautiful Places On Earth You Don't Know Exist

I never knew such places did exist until after watching the video below.

 its really fascinating and wonderful indeed.

This are places you could actually go too on a long vacation or site seeing.

Mistakes You Shouldn't Make if You Want a Flawless Skin

We all like to look flawless when it comes to our skin because good skin boosts our confidence but mistakes are made when we try to achieve this.

It is an extra tick in the box when we take care of our skin. But there are times when we actually overdo it or do it wrong all together.

Here are some mistakes you shouldn't make if you want your skin to look its absolute best.

Never (ever!) use hot water on your face

Wash your face with hot water to open pores, then rinse with cold water to close them, well turns out, this is a myth. Exposing the skin to different extremes can actually cause irritation, also stripping your skin of all its natural oils causing dryness and blood vessel ruptures. So in order to keep the skin happy, wash and rinse with lukewarm water only.


Never sleep with make up on

Sleeping with make up on is something that happens to most of us (If not all) but it is not a wise thing to make a habit of, it causes breakouts, wrinkles, eye infection, dry skin just to mention a few, it is advisable to at least use a facial wipe to rub the products off (if you are that tired to wash your) and if you are lacking the wipes you can make use of the natural make up removal like Vaseline or olive oil. Sure you will consider all the risks before hitting the sheets with tons of products on.

Remove Makeup Before You Wash

Some people prefer washing their make up before using the cleansers to finish but this is so wrong especially if your foundation game is strong. By trying to wash your make up first is like spreading butter on bread because the soap can't handle that responsibility of making the face squeaky clean and since you have spread the make up all over your face (without even being aware) your cleanser will in turn do a bad job as it won't remove the remaining makeup and dirt from your face in one fell swoop, so it's either you use up to half of your cleanser or end up getting breakouts from committing the facial offence in the first place. So to make sure your face is totally clean and clear, remove your makeup first, then wash your face with your cleanser.



Don’t over wash or over exfoliate

Whether it’s dry spots, pesky pimples or oil overload, it’s natural to want to attack it with everything you got using acne creams, cleansers, exfoliates. But, you can over do it, which will lead to the exact opposite results you want. Over washing and over exfoliating leads to dryness, irritation, inflammation and even infection, all of which destroy your skin’s ability to fight off pimple-causing bacteria. Keep it simple, you don't have to wash you face all the time, preferably use a wash cloth.



Make use of essential oil

For those who have oily skin and are prone to acne, oil has always been thought to be skin’s worst enemy right?, well you're wrong. Oil actually dissolves other oils and helps reduce blemish making bacteria, incorporating oils into your routine is easy. Simply choose an oil that works for you coconut, grape seed and olive are common favorites then gently massage onto skin and wipe away with a soft washcloth soaked in warm water.



Moisturize that face

Keeping your skin hydrated is an important step in maintaining the overall health of your face regardless of your skin type. Yeah, it’s scarily counter intuitive that adding moisturizer to your face actually helps keep oil level in check, while drying out your face creates more oil. If you have an oily skin, go with a gel or lotion-based moisturizer and for dry skin, use creams. If you’re in-between, use light, acid-free lotions.



Patting your face dry goes a long way

Sometimes rubbing your face with a towel feels pretty good. But your skin (literally!) hates it. Rubbing rather than patting can seriously damage the skin’s elasticity, which can cause major sagging in the future. It can also cause irritation. So don’t just grab any old towel, use a fresh cloth each and every time you dry your face to prevent the spread of bacteria.

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