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Beauty Tips & Tricks


1. Dry Feet - Listerine Foot Soak (equal parts Listerine, vinegar and water - soak for 15 mins)

2. Frizzy Hair - Smooth hand cream or coconut oil on your strands for instant de-frizz!


3. Sunburn - Apply Aloe Vera for soothing relief and quicker healing

4. Color Fade - Spritz hair with Apple Cider Vinegar and leave on for 10 mins for longer lasting color

5. Bikini Rash - Use chilled Chamomile Tea bags along bikini line to soothe rash

6. Bug Off - Rub dryer sheets on clothes or keep one in your pocket to repel bugs

7. Summer Polish - Keep nail polish in fridge for a smoother paint job

8. Sweat Out - Squeeze Lemon juice onto sweat stains before washing

9. Razor Less - Mix Sugar, Lemon and Water to slow down hair growth

10. Blast Blisters - Spray ankles and toes with deodorant to prevent moisture and friction

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