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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries September 2013
AND HERE WE GO AGAIN FOR ANOTHER MONTH! As usual this initial post has been shamelessly copied from the many previous months! A big THANK YOU to KT2802 for starting us off last month. Welcome all newbies and regulars to this very friendly and chatty thread where we give lots of lovely tips on how to use up your stash and…
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tooth cap, where can I ' buy these'
Have a broken tooth, I want to cap it myself, where can I buy these caps 'crowns'. Many thanks. sebastian
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Hypnotherapy to stop smoking - anyone have experience?
Hi, I'm the world's worst at trying to stop smoking but want to. I've heard a couple good experiences with this option in the past but would be grateful for a few others' experiences, views on it. Successes or otherwise, how many sessions? How much does it typically cost? Thanks
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Lemon juice for deodorant
Has anyone else tried this? I'm always on the look out for moneysaving bathroom tips. I tried using a crystal deodorant but had mixed results (it doesn't always seem to work, even when you rub it on hard for 30 seconds or so.) Sodium bicarb is a possibility but I've heard it causes a rash, and vinegar can be used but can…
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Face wash for oily skin
Could anyone recommend a reasonably priced facial wash/scrub for oily skin please? Never had this problem before, so it's odd to have it now at the age of 34! It's my T zone area affected. I'm using a Boots cucumber facial wash, but it's not making any difference. I use a powder foundation, rather than liquid, but my face…
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Question for the Dentists
I have just phoned to make an appointment with my fabulous dentist and the surgery have said she has left the practice. :( Is there any way I can find out where she has gone to? I know she may have retired or be ill etc, but if she is still practising I'd like to try and stay with her.
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Getting rid of whiteheads
Does anyone know of a reliable product (or method) to get rid of whiteheads? :(
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Bargain body butter
I love using body butter after baths and showers. I love the fruity smell and it makes my skin so soft and smooth. Superdrug often has great deals on body butter. Some brands like I Love and Arora are fantastic value for money - a few days ago I ordered several different Arora ones in different "flavours" for £2 each (for…
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Should a sprained ankle be warm?
Ok so I badly sprained my ankle almost 2 weeks ago, it has started to get better, but its still quite badly bruised and warm in the bruising area where all the swelling was. Is it normal to be like this still after 2 weeks?
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Straightening at home
Has anyone done brazilian keratin or yuko/japanese at home? Which product did you use and was it difficult? Did it work?
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Can anyone recommend a nail strengthener
After having acrylics and false nails for years I'm finally giving up and would like tog row my own nails. The problem is they are chipped, flaky and very weak and break all the time. I'm looking for a clear nail strengthener. Does anyone have any recommendations?
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Removing temporary hair dye
My 11 year old daughter dyed her blonde hair a terracotta red at the beginning of the summer holidays. It was supposed to wash out after 24 washes but still has traces in her hair, it now looks a pale red/strawberry blonde. Unfortunately her roots are showing and I know her new school has strong policies against hair…
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Hair removal...
Hello I'm sorry to bother you all I'm heading abroad in October and I'm wondering if I should either get waxed before I go or buy an epilator...any views advice recommended This seems a good epilator just wish you could try before you buy!…
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Toothpaste without flouride
I often use Elgydium toothpaste, but often hear negative comments about using a toothpaste that does not contain flouride. My dental hygienist seems to think its more about the brushing technique than the toothpaste . I know dentists often kindly give opinions on this forum so wondered what is their view on this or other…
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proper way to apply nail polish?
In a Poundland thread which includes OPI shatter/crackle being available, pulliptears has provided the following instructions regarding how to apply nail polish (though it may not work perfectly with shatter/crackle polish). Seems obvious when you know but this is the best way to apply polish: Load up your brush well and…
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Iron Tablets? Do they work?
Looking for some advice. I am 25 and always shattered. Literally love a mid afternoon nap when on some days I do nothing. I have a fairly active job as a BDM for a drinks company, so required to drive and walk a lot. Don't really engage in any night time or weekend work. Home lifestyle consists of walking the dog, she's a…
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What conditioner should I use for co-washing?
I'm thinking of co-washing my hair, its very thick and I've also coloured it. I naively co-washed my hair using my normal conditioner (John Frieda Radient Red) on Saturday night but it made my hair overly greasy today. Is there a particular type of conditioner that other people use? TIA
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Laser Hair Removal - Experiences?
As the title says, I am wondering if anyone has had laser hair removal? I am contemplating it due to my PCOS causing unwanted fluff. I don't have loads of hair but I get it on my neck, chin, lip, abdomen and nipples. I try to keep on top of it with epilating but sometimes I feel like i have to do it loads. The only thing…
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How do you care for your clarisonic?
I bought mine off US ebay - so no instructions. I'm sure I read (before I bought it) that you should take the brush head off & was the brush head & the unit, including the bit the brush head slots into monthly, anyone see/do this? Bit worried about water damage, but I find it smelly just washing the head & there is debris…
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Draw it out or try an shrink big zit!!
Good evening, I have a volcano style hard bump of a zit on my chin and a big "do" on Friday, I know if I try and pop it now it will be all scabby and flaky for my occasion. If I put some spot cream on it it may go down and reappear in time for the event ( or is there something that will get rid of it for good???) Should I…