You've probably run into this jam before: You're zipping up a jacket, and the lining suddenly gets caught in the zipper's teeth. Here's how to get out of it.
Who hasn't accidentally tossed a soon-to-be bleeding garment into a load of laundry? When clothing dye runs and your garments pick up the wrong colors in the wash, there's good news: It's often...
It's unfortunate that contact lenses are too small to have beepers for these moments of panic.
Nothing zaps the romance from a smooch quicker than bad breath. Here are some tips for keeping your breath nice and fresh.
Ironing isn't the only way to get rid of wrinkles. If you're traveling without your iron or are just too lazy to drag out the ironing board, your clothes don't have to look like you've slept in...
Few things are more unsightly than a bloody nick on a freshly shaved face--except for a bloody nick with tissue clumped over it. Here's how to remedy shaving mishaps sans tissue.
When hair becomes dry or damaged, the hair shaft splits at the end. Here's how you can keep those unsightly splits from spoiling the looks of your locks.
Don't throw away those comfy jeans just because they make a ripping sound every time you move. You can probably preserve your modesty with a strategically placed patch.
Snarls or tangles often indicate damaged hair, so handle this problem with the greatest degree of delicacy.
If your favorite sweater has sprouted a big hole, you should take it to a professional for reweaving. But if it's got nothing more than a small snag or unraveling thread, you can keep the sweater...
Curly hair by its very nature is delicate. When it becomes damaged or dry, the curls frizz out and if you live in a humid climate, look out! No need to panic, though, here are some tricks to keep...
When your coats, sweaters or blankets begin to pill--that is, they're showing those unsightly little fuzzies common to knitted, woven or napped fabrics--this is the safest method for removal.
Make sure he notices the fireworks of your good-night kiss, not your messy lipstick. Bleeding means that you've applied your lipstick improperly. Here's how to get it right.
Fraying buttonhole threads not only make a garment look untidy, but they also may lead to your buttons' popping open at the slightest provocation. You don't need a fancy sewing machine with a...
Light scuffs on leather shoes can usually be handled with a coat of shoe polish. But dark scuffs, especially on lighter-colored shoes, call for refinishing. With a few supplies from the shoe...
Here are basic guidelines for treating stains on leather clothing, shoes and furniture, and they apply to all gradations of the material. However, cleaning can alter the color or appearance of...
While stains on suede do not necessarily spell disaster, preventive care is the best way to keep your delicate suede items looking fabulous. Just think of the indelicate sport of football and its...
Do you wash your workout clothes regularly but leave your shoes languishing in the locker until they smell up the locker room? Your shoes, too, should be cleaned regularly to keep them looking...
Odor-causing bacteria thrive in dark, damp spaces, which makes your sweaty tennies an ideal habitat. You'll need to wipe out the smelly bacterial population to achieve truly odor-free shoes....
A stylish new hairdo can do wonders for one's self-esteem. Conversely, a poorly shorn or styled head can make even confident, self-assured people feel sheepish. While it might take Sigmund Freud...
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