How to Give a Chest Massage

How to Give a Chest Massage



Massage is an excellent method to promote overall relaxation. When doing chest massage, the strokes are mainly aimed at the pectoral muscles (pectoralis major and minor)--which are muscles located in front of the rib cage. Massage on this area will not only increase the flexibility of the muscles but also enhances blood flow in the area. It also reduces excessive soreness around the area after lifting heavy loads.







Things You'll Need:





Massage oil




Massage table




Towel









1


Observe modesty by properly draping your client before performing massage. Make sure that private parts are properly covered, especially female clients.





2


Position yourself at the head of the massage table facing the client. Place an ample amount of oil or lotion on your hands and apply them on the upper chest to the shoulders.





3


Begin by doing an effleurage--a stroke involving the use of light pressure. Just glide your palms lightly along the muscles from the center of the chest up to shoulders. Repeat the strokes 3 to 4 times. Avoid applying pressure on the nipples and clavicles.





4


Change your position by standing on the right side of the client's body. Remember to keep your hands in contact with the body of the client even when you change positions.





5


Do your stroke on the opposite side of the chest (left area of the chest), still standing on the right side. Place one hand on top of the other and do a soft stroke by gliding your hand from the center of the upper chest, passing above the area of the left breast, up to the left shoulder. Then smoothly glide it back to the center. Repeat the stroke 3 to 4 times.





6


Perform effleurage on the pectoral muscles. Still standing on the right side, do pectoral massage on the left pectoral area. Position your hands in between the left breast and do your stroke from the center going to the left and back to the center 3 times. Then glide your hands one after the other, above the left breast up to the left shoulder 2 times. Repeat this sequence 3 times. This step is more applicable for male clients than females.





7


Remain standing on the right side of the client. Place one hand on top of the other and do some small circular strokes using your fingers. Perform it underneath the left clavicle from the center outward. Repeat this 3 to 4 times.





8


Go back to positioning yourself at the head of the massage table. Do Steps 2 and 3 again.





9


Change your position by standing on the left side of the client, and execute Steps 5, 6, and 7--all concentrating on the right side of the chest.





10


Finish your massage by going back to standing at the head of the bed and do effleurage from the center of the upper chest to the shoulders. Repeat this 3 times.








Tips & Warnings










Keep your palms straight when doing your strokes.








Using the thumb and base of the palm when applying controlled soft strokes is essential to provide enough mild pressure.








As you do your massage, change your position as you do your strokes to have a better aim at the muscles. Move your body in the direction of your stroke to observe proper rhythm when doing your massage.



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How to Give a Chakra Massage

How to Give a Chakra Massage



This massage moves along the back of the body, from the rib cage to the top of the head. You can have the person lie down while you massage them or they can sit up in a chair. This technique brings relaxation in just a few minutes.









1


Have the person lie face down on the massage table or sit up comfortably in a chair.





2


Find the point on the person's back that is directly across from the solar plexus. Press into that point on their back. Massage it well.





3


Find the point on their back that is across from the heart chakra, which is located in the front center of the chest. The heart chakra is a little higher than the solar plexus. Massage that area of the person's back.





4


Find the point on the lower neck that is opposite the throat chakra. Massage that area.





5


Place your thumb and forefingers on the base of their skull. Place and slightly lift. This will feel divine to them.





6


Place the fingertips of both your hands in a ring around the top of the person's head, without touching the crown of the head. Press lightly. This will release tensions and relax them unimaginably.


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How to Give a Chair Massage

How to Give a Chair Massage



A chair massage doesn't require the client to disrobe. A massage chair is portable and could be taken to a workplace, a home or a health fair. These massages can last from 5 minutes to 1 hour. A chair massage is also great for those who have trouble getting up on the table or getting comfortable in a lying position, such as a pregnant or handicapped client.







Things You'll Need:





Massage chair




Sheets




Face rest covers




Massage oil









1


Ask your client to comfortably straddle the massage chair and sit face down into the face cradle.





2


Break the back into four quarters visually and focus on one quarter at a time. Begin with the left scapula.





3


Push your elbow into the shoulder to loosen those muscles. These trapezius muscles usually carry a lot of tension.





4


Press either your thumb or your elbow into the pressure points surrounding the spine. The elbow has more pressure, so ask your client which is better for her.





5


Dig your thumbs into the pressure points in the scapula and trapezius once more then do the other side.





6


Work the pressure points in the lower back and under the ribcage with your thumbs. Check with your client to make sure she isn't in pain or that you aren't pressing too hard.








Tips & Warnings










If you have a client who is apprehensive about disrobing for a full-body massage, this may be a great intro to getting massages.








Don't allow anyone to give you a chair massage or work on your pressure points unless you know he is a licensed massage therapist.



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How to Give a Basic Aromatherapy Massage

How to Give a Basic Aromatherapy Massage



For the ultimate in relaxation, learn to give a basic aromatherapy massage routine on a friend or loved one. Its a loving and tender way to let that person know you care and gives them a peaceful stress-relieving experience.







Things You'll Need:





Base or carrier oil




Therapeutic-quality essential oils




Bowl or glass container to mix massage oil




Comfortable surface to perform massage







Mixing the Aromatherapy Massage Oil




1


Select essential oils that are relaxing and generally safe for use on healthy adults for your aromatherapy massage blend such as
lavender
, chamomile or geranium essential oils. Be sure to let the person receiving the massage smell the oils first to make sure they appeal to the massage recipient.





2


Pour about one cup of carrier, or base, oil into the glass bowl. Pure vegetable-based oils work best as nourishing carrier oils so consider using sweet almond, avocado, jojoba or other pure oils. Do not use mineral or baby oil as this will clog the pores of the skin.





3


Put about 5 to 10 drops of essential oil into the carrier oil and mix it gently. Essential oils are highly concentrated so only a few drops are needed.



Giving the Aromatherapy Massage




1


Once the massage recipient is comfortably settled on the table or bed and the massage oils have been mixed, you can begin the massage. Your friend or partner should be covered completely with the sheet but to work the back you'll uncover the back just to the waist line.





2


Pour a little bit of the oil into the palm of your hand, rub your hands together and apply it to the recipient's back with long, warming strokes.





3


Using various massage strokes, continuing working the back until you've finished massaging the back completely. Be sure to make sure your friend or loved one is comfortable with the amount of pressure you are using. When you are finished, cover the back up with the sheet again.





4


Uncover the back of the legs and the feet, with your friend still lying face down, and apply the aromatherapy massage oil gently. As with the back, massage the feet and legs according to the comfort level of your friend and recover them when you are finished.





5


Have your friend turn over so they are face up and repeat these steps on the arms and hands, applying the aromatherapy oil as needed. Be sure to pay attention to the front of the shoulders and chest as well.





6


End your aromatherapy massage with work on the neck and face as many people find this soothing. Do not apply too much aromatherapy massage oil directly on the face. Your hands will have enough oil on them to do the face massage comfortably.








Tips & Warnings










Different essential oils have different effects, so if you want to do some research on selecting aromatherapy essential oils you can vary the massage experience.








Many licensed massage therapists will teach couples massage classes for general relaxation massage between friends and loved ones if you want additional ideas for giving a massage.








Pregnant women or those with serious medical conditions should check with their health care professionals about what, if any, essential oils can be used.








Use only the purest essential oils you can get as adulterated or synthetic fragrances are cheap and common.



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How to Give a Back Massage Using Ayurvedic Techniques

How to Give a Back Massage Using Ayurvedic Techniques



Ayurveda is India's ancient system of traditional medicine. Massage is used in ayurveda to remove toxins from the body, promote relaxation and stimulate circulation. The choice of massage oil is important, and depends upon the recipient's dosha, or dominant energy pattern as determined by ayurvedic analysis.









1


Warm the massage oil. Pour the oil into a small plastic squeeze bottle and set the bottle in a bowl of very warm water for 2 or 3 minutes.





2


Position the recipient. Have the person remove his or her shirt and/or bra and lie face down. Position a pillow under the person's chest and below his or her chin if you are not using a massage table.





3


Pour some of the warm oil into your hand and spread it onto both of your hands.





4


Apply the oil to the recipient's back while standing at his or her head. Spread the oil evenly the entire length and width of the back.





5


Press both hands against the muscles on the backs of the shoulders, and stroke firmly down toward the lower back. Keep your fingers together and flattened so that you are pressing with the entire length of your fingers and not the tips.





6


Continue these steady, firm, down and back motions along the length of the recipient's back. Replenish the oil on your hands as necessary to maintain pressure with little friction.





7


Move around toward the person's hips and repeat the process of long, steady strokes up and down from this direction.








Tips & Warnings










Sesame oil balances the vata dosha, coconut oil the pitta dosha and mustard or olive oil the kapha dosha. However, sesame is the common oil base used for massage in ayurveda.








Do not use cooking sesame oil for massage. Sesame massage oil is cosmetic grade and can be found in health food stores in the body care section.



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How to Get What You Want Out of Life

How to Get What You Want Out of Life



Do you want to accomplish certain personal goals in life but you don't have the time, patience, or resources? Here are some suggestions to help you get started in getting what you want out of life.







Things You'll Need:





Create a plan




List your goals




Prioritize your goals




Determine the steps




Implement the steps









1


First, you need to create a plan for your life. Buy a journal and list four categories: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.





2


Second, under each of the groups, list your goals or needs with whatever comes to mind. Don't think about it. Just write whatever comes naturally. Here is an example.

Physical
- Exercise every day
- Eat healthier
- Lose weight

Mental
- Read more books
- Do more crossword puzzles
- Look for another job

Emotional
- Re-think my relationship
- Get closer to my family
- Make new friends

Spiritual
- Heal myself
- Listen to my instincts
- Talk to my guardian angels





3


Third, prioritize your goals or needs for each category. Here is an example.

Physical
3 Exercise every day
2 Eat healthier
1 Lose weight

Now, circle the "number ones" in each category. These are your most important goals or needs in your life you need to focus on right now.





4


Fourth, you need to select one category and determine 3(or whatever number you want to use)steps necessary to accomplish this goal or need. Here is an example.

Physical
1 Lose weight
- quit eating at fast food restaurants
- eat whatever I'm eating but less of it
- write down everything I eat





5


Fifth, implement the steps by doing them for one week at a time until they become a habit.


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How to get through stressful situations and overcome any obstacle

How to get through stressful situations and overcome any obstacle



Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, sad, scared? I understand. All humans feel these feelings at times and the success of the situation completely depends on your reaction to stressful situations. You can come out a winner on any situation if you put things into perspective and make a plan of attack for problem resolution.







Things You'll Need:





A moment to gain your thoughts and put things into perspective.




Belief









1


So you feel worried, scared, sad or believe you've just encountered the situation that is causing your world to come crashing down... First thing you need to do is take a moment, take a deep breath and let's work on putting things into perspective and making a plan to deal with the situation.





2


Okay you've give yourself a moment. Now give yourself a moment to understand what is scaring you, worrying you or making you feel overwhelmed. I know there are some huge issues that we encounter in life: Cancer, friend moving, loss of someone we love, money worries, loss of relationship, general anxiety or fear. These are all terrible things and feel understandably monumental.

Okay let's do something about it now:
Grab a pen and paper. There is saying that the pen is mightier than the sword and it's so true. You can overcome any feeling or worry by writing it down and making a plan and focusing on the goal.





3


You have your pen and paper now lets pick a stressor and make a plan to deal with it. Money, health, relationships whatever it is.

First lets write down in black and white what is bothering you.
This is extremely cathartic - just getting it out will honestly help you a bit. You need to get it out so you can stop focusing on the negative and move on to focusing on making something positive happen in the situation.

For example:
I am feeling very worried because our mortgage payment is due and we don't have the money.

Okay that is down on paper.
Write down any other fears and worries and get it out.

The Secret says that we have to focus on the things we want - not the bad things or things we don't want. By worrying and focusing on the negative we are actually breeding more negative. Writing it down will help you get it out so you can focus on positive thoughts and implementing an action plan.





4


Okay it's down on paper -- out of your system, out of your head -- good. Now let's make an action plan to fix the items and most importantly begin to focus on more positive things so that you can work toward making good things happen.

Write down ideas for solutions to the problem.
decide which items are most implementable
decide which item will help you to fix the issue most efficiently and quickly. Some items can not be easily fixed so just write down solutions you feel will solve the problem - or thoughts on how to ease the pain or worry of the situation.





5


You've documented the issue, you've documented a solution or ways you can deal with the situation. Good - now it's time to write out what you want.

for example:

I want to pay my bills without worry and to have financial security.

Now you need to picture this to be in place.
Picture yourself smiling, picture yourself putting payments in the mailbox, picture your bank account with all of the money that you need and want. Focus your energy on the things you want. Believe it will happen.

If you need/want health - picture yourself healthy, picture yourself smiling. Tell yourself out loud - I am healthy, I feel great. Nothing can get me down. It may sound corny, but keep doing this over and over.
Pray - do whatever helps you make it through the situation successfully and picture yourself winning. -- Do this several times a day. In the grocery store line - go into the zone and just picture good things happening, Walking - picture the life you want, there are so many snippets of time throughout the day that you can use to focus on the positive. The more you do this - the better you will feel. It is impossible to feel sad, worried or bad if you are focusing on good things and picturing your goal.





6


In closing, getting things out of your system so they aren't making noise in your head and making a plan to resolve the issue will make you feel much better. Picturing the things you want and spending time imagining the life you want will help you WIN!

What you believe - what you focus your energy on - you can accomplish.





7


Give it a try - you have nothing to lose, but worry, fear and doubt!
Good luck.








Tips & Warnings










Focus your energy on positive thoughts








Believe and see yourself accomplishing the solution



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How to Get Therapeutic Ozone Treatments

How to Get Therapeutic Ozone Treatments



Ozone enthusiasts report phenomenal results from ozone therapy. Ozone treatment is a process of using oxidize agents that occur naturally. Ozone breaks down micro organisms of any kind and is very therapeutic for someone who is ill. The fact that ozone contains pure oxygen is the key to benefits from ozone therapy. These steps will help you find out how to get therapeutic ozone treatment.









1


Grasp a full understanding of the benefits of ozone therapy. Educate yourself, so you know why you want to get ozone treatments. Read "Oxygen Healing Therapies: For Optimum Health and Vitality" to educate yourself.





2


Talk to health clubs, gyms,
beauty
salons, massage therapists and ask where to get ozone treatments. See if the same name keeps coming up. If so, that's your place to go for ozone treatments.





3


Contact the facility and tell them you would like a standard ozone treatment for your body. Most likely they will ask if you have any symptoms that you would like to treat specifically. If so, tell them what your symptoms are like fatigue, cancer, illness and so forth.





4


Ask for specific instructions before arriving for your treatment. Find out if there is anything you should know or need to do before arriving for your treatment.





5


Arrive at your scheduled appointment. Sign the needed papers and ask questions about anything you aren't sure about. Also, the therapist may encourage you to purchase a package deal. Most likely, you need more that one ozone session. You save money on a package deal.








Tips & Warnings










Ozone treatment is known for assisting people with HIV/AIDS, cancer, metabolism issues, dental issues and more.








You can purchase your own ozone treatment machine like for a bath or air purifier. These machines alone are very therapeutic. The machines can be found online by searching "ozone treatment machines" or just "ozone treatment."



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How to Use Acupressure Points for Foot Pain

How to Use Acupressure Points for Foot Pain



When your feet hurt, you have to rest your entire body. That's because much of what we do on a daily basis is dependent on our feet to get us around. But at the end of the day when your feet are worn out, you can find relief without popping a pill. An Eastern medicinal procedure called acupressure focuses on pressure points in the body. When you apply pressure to the right point, you could bid farewell to your foot pain.









1


Feel for the depression between your big toe and your second toe. This pressure point is located right where the two tendons meet. This point relieves foot pain as well as menstrual cramps, irritability, anger, stress, headaches and anxiety.





2


Draw an imaginary line on the upper arch of your foot, one thumb width from the ball of your foot. This pressure point is very successful at relieving foot pain as well as foot cramps.





3


Massage the points for three to five minutes or until you feel relief. For the best results, apply pressure with the tip of your finger, your knuckle or the eraser end of a pencil. This keeps the focus directly on the pressure point.








Tips & Warnings










Acupressure is not designed to replace standard medical procedures and treatments. If you are seriously injured, or if your symptoms persist, seek medical attention. You also should not use acupressure if you have a heart condition, if you are pregnant or if the point is under a mole, varicose vein, bruise or any other break in the skin. You also should not use acupressure within 20 minutes of bathing, eating a large meal or exercising.



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How to Use Acupressure Points for Elbow Pain

How to Use Acupressure Points for Elbow Pain



Whether it's because of a rigorous workout or even arthritis, elbow pain can be tough to deal with. But you can find all natural relief through eastern medicine. Acupuncture is one common treatment, where a licensed technician inserts needles in certain points on the body. But you can find similar relief without the needles through a procedure called acupressure. And when you find the right points, you can immediately relieve your elbow pain.









1


Locate the point on the upper edge of the elbow crease. You can find this point by bending your elbow and feeling for the sensitive point where the elbow crease ends on the outside of your arm. This point relieves elbow pain as well as immune system weaknesses, fever, diarrhea and constipation.





2


Massage this point three to five minutes or longer until you feel relief. You may also feel relief by simply applying pressure to the point without a massage.





3


Apply the right kind of pressure on the designated point for the best results. You should only apply pressure with the tip of your finger, your knuckle or the eraser end of a pencil.








Tips & Warnings










Acupressure is not designed to replace standard medical procedures and treatments. If you are seriously injured, or if your symptoms persist, seek medical attention. You also should not use acupressure if you have a heart condition, if you are pregnant or if the point is under a mole, varicose vein, bruise or any other break in the skin. You also should not use acupressure within 20 minutes of bathing, eating a large meal or exercising.



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How to Use Acupressure Points for Asthma and Bronchitis

How to Use Acupressure Points for Asthma and Bronchitis



Asthma and bronchitis are tough conditions to live with. But eastern medicine offers ways to find relief. Acupuncture is one common treatment, where a licensed technician inserts needles in certain points on the body. But you can find similar relief with acupressure. And when you find the right points, you can immediately relieve your asthma and bronchitis symptoms without the use of drugs.









1


Place your fingers on your wrist and find your pulse near the joint. Move your finger towards your thumb to feel the correct point. This point is used to treat cough, asthma and shortness of breath.





2


Move on to the next point, which is located on the elbow joint inside of the biceps tendon. This point is used to treat stuffiness in the chest as well as anxiety and upset stomach.





3


Slide your finger below the clavicle from the sternum to your shoulder until you fall into a depression. Massaging this point will give you relief from cough, wheezing and asthma.





4


Find the next point by sliding your finger down slightly from the previous point. This can also be used to treat cough, wheezing and asthma.





5


Locate the bottom of your sternum and slide your finger up until your finger fall into a depression that is midway between your nipples. This point treats anxiety, cough, asthma, reflux and chest tension.





6


Massage one or more points for three to five minutes or longer until you feel relief. You may also feel relief by simply applying pressure to the point without a massage.


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How to Use Acupressure for TMJ

How to Use Acupressure for TMJ



Tempromandibular Joint Disorder, more commonly known as TMJ, is a painful condition attacking the jaw. But TMJ pain can be felt all over the face and even in the ear. TMJ may result from injury or stress. You clench your jaw or grind your teeth, often while you're sleeping. Acupressure is an easy treatment that requires no special equipment. Find out how to use acupressure for TMJ treatment.









Tips & Warnings










Acupuncture has also been used with some success in treatment of TMJ.



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How to Use Acupressure for Headaches

How to Use Acupressure for Headaches



Acupressure started with the Chinese as a way to alleviate many of the body's pain symptoms for different ailments. Many people today use acupressure on themselves as a way to relieve headaches, digestive problems and stress. Acupressure has no side effects, and there no limit to how many exercises you can do a day.









1


Find the pressure point located in the web between your thumb and index finger. It is on the backside of the hand, where the joints meet together to form a "V." This pressure point is called Li4.





2


Use your thumb on the opposite hand to apply pressure to the Li4 pressure point. Stroke upward towards your wrist with deep massaging motions for 1 to 2 minutes. Switch and do the other hand as well.





3


Alleviate pain behind your eyes by applying pressure to the point between your big toe and your second toe. Use your thumb to press hard and massage the top of this spot for one minute. Then do the other foot.





4


Locate the pressure points called GB20, found on either side of your neck, in the dents under the base of your skull. Bend your head to reach them more effectively and comfortably with your thumbs. Apply direct pressure for 3 to 5 minutes and breathe deeply. Massaging the surrounding area also helps relieve headaches.





5


Massage other key pressure points at the inner corners of your eyebrows, in the dent behind your outer anklebone and in your temples. Move to the middle of the sole of your foot just under the ball, and three finger widths up from the wrist crease on the outside of your forearm, between the two bones.








Tips & Warnings










At first, applying pressure to trigger points may feel uncomfortable or even painful. Reduce the pressure you're applying until the pain gradually subsides. Then increase the pressure again to enjoy the headache relief of acupressure.








Before performing acupressure on yourself, lie or sit down so that you are fully relaxed and comfortable. Close your eyes, listen to calming music and light a few aromatherapy candles.








Never perform acupressure on pregnant women or people with high blood pressure without the help of a professional.








Don't use acupressure within 20 minutes of eating, bathing or exercising.



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How to Rent Jewelry

How to Rent Jewelry



If you always want to wear the latest in fashion

jewelry


, or if you like wearing high-end, designer pieces, you may want to rent your jewelry. Jewelry rental is an easy way to get special jewelry for a special occasion without breaking the bank. Many places even allow you to rent a piece of jewelry and later purchase it.









Step
1



Find
jewelry
stores


, both real world and online, that rent jewelry. Comparison shop for the best prices on the pieces you would like to rent.




Step
2



Examine the rental agreement. Read the fine print carefully. Make sure you understand what happens if you lose or damage a piece of rental jewelry. Failure to read the fine print can cost you a lot of money.




Step
3



Set up an account with the jewelry store. You must give them authorization to charge your credit card any time you rent jewelry. Additional charges may include shipping and handling fees as well as wear-and-tear fees. Insurance is often an additional expense as well.




Step
4



Choose the jewelry you would like to rent. Wait for it to come to your home. Wear it. Impress your friends and colleagues while you have it for the lease period.




Step
5



Return the jewelry to the store. Most stores that rent jewelry provide a package with pre-paid postage for you to easily return the jewelry. If they don't provide the package, they do provide clear instructions for returning the jewelry.




Step
6



Decide if you want to continue renting jewelry. If you do, continue the process. Many stores limit the number of pieces you can rent for the first couple of months. After that, you may have more pieces rented at the same time.


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How to Rent Jewelry for Work

How to Rent Jewelry for Work



Maybe you've noticed that everyone at the office has cool, classy, expensive-looking jewelry. Women wear Vera Wang necklaces to important meetings and dangling Gucci earrings to client dinners. Meanwhile, you're stuck with the same silver posts you've worn since high school. Good news: Thanks to some savvy businesspeople, you can rent jewelry in much the same way you'd rent a movie or a check out a library book.









Step
1



Research companies that rent jewelry for work.




Step
2



Look through the websites' catalogs to see if the available jewelry fits your style and budget. Some sites focus on fun costume jewelry, while others offer high-end pieces from designers like Chanel and David Yurman.




Step
3



Read the membership rules very carefully. Jewelry-rental companies work in much the same way as DVD-rental companies. You pay a monthly fee and are allowed to borrow a certain number of items, with the understanding that you won't receive more jewelry until you send back the previous loans. Most jewelry-rental companies offer several rate plans. The higher the rate, the higher-end the jewelry.




Step
4



Request that the jewelry be sent to a secure address. Use your home address, not a P.O. box or work address. Typically, you 're responsible for paying the replacement cost if the jewelry goes missing.




Step
5



Take care of the borrowed jewelry as if it were your own. That way, you won't get stuck paying any repair fees.




Step
6



Have fun wearing the jewelry to work. Your seemingly endless collection of beautiful baubles will make you the talk of the office.


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How to Rent a Designer Bag

How to Rent a Designer Bag



If you'd like to carry a high end designer purse but don't want to make the commitment of spending thousands of dollars for one, you have an exciting alternative. You can rent designer handbags for a day, for a month, or however long you'd like. When you tire of it, simply return it or switch it for another one. Here's how to rent designer purses.









Step
1



Rent a designer bag at Bag, Borrow, or Steal.

This online site allows you to borrow a bag for any time interval you choose. Choose from such designers as Coach, Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, and more. You can become a member of their site and get discounts on designer purse rental fees. There's even a section that alerts you to the latest designer purse trends.




Step
2



Rent a designer bag at From Bags to Riches.

This is another online designer purse site where you can rent designer handbags by Prada, Brighton, Brahmin, Fendi, Coach, and many more. They have a frequent renter's club for extra savings on designer purse rentals.




Step
3



Rent a designer purse from Bag Anonymous.

This site has an extensive collection of designer handbags available for rental from such designers as Miu Miu, Valentino, Jalda, Fendi, Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Jimmy Choo, Givenchy, and Jerry Terrence. You can even become a "bag addict" by signing up for their frequent renter's club.







Tips & Warnings









Renting a designer purse is a great way to test a new style before you buy it.








Designer purse rental can add variety to your wardrobe.



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How to Remove Water From the Inside of a Watch Face

How to Remove Water From the Inside of a Watch Face



Watches go everywhere with you, so they can get a lot of wear and tear. A common problem with wristwatches is when water penetrates the watch face. There are many ways to remove water from inside of a watch face, some of which do not involve opening the watch.









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Decide whether the risk of possibly damaging the watch is worth attempting a do-it-yourself fix. If the watch is expensive, you may want to have a professional repair it rather than risk damaging the watch or invalidating the manufacturer's warranty.




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Lay the watch in a dry place in sunlight and see if the water evaporates on its own. Put a piece of soft, absorbent cloth such as a towel under the watch. If the water inside the watch face is only a fine film of condensation that clears on its own after a short time, you probably do not need to do anything else.




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Seal the watch in a plastic bag filled with unopened packets of silica gel desiccant. These are the packets that come in shoe boxes and other packaged items. You can also use dry rice instead of the silica gel packets. Leave the bag somewhere warm and dry for a few days. The silica gel packets or rice can help draw out the water from inside the watch.




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4



Direct a fan at the watch or use a hair dryer on the lowest heat setting to blow air on the watch. Alternatively, if you can safely leave the watch on top of a low heat source such as a floor vent or radiator, this can help evaporate the water from inside the watch.




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Obtain the appropriate watch repair supplies. If you need to purchase tools, look for these at a watch repair shop or at a jewelry store. You can also find watch repair tools online. You may need small, fine-tipped screwdrivers and watch openers and closers.




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6



Take off the back of the watch, as if you were changing the battery. Use care not to scratch or damage any of the mechanisms such as the coil or stem. Let the watch dry thoroughly in the open air until there is no trace of moisture. Reassemble the watch once it is dry and press the seal firmly back into place. If the seal does not fit tightly, you may need to replace it.


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How to Remove a Tongue Stud

How to Remove a Tongue Stud



Have you come to the conclusion that fillings are the only mouth jewelry in your future? Or maybe you need to make an important speech. Well, removal of a tongue stud is fairly quick and easy.







Things You'll Need:





Boiling Water



Antibacterial Soaps



Antiseptic Mouthwash



Gauze



Toothbrushes



Toothpaste



Toothpaste



Cooking Pots









Step
1



Brush your teeth, then rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. Swish a capful of antiseptic mouthwash between your teeth, then over and under your tongue.




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2



Wash your hands with an antibacterial soap. Dry them with a hand towel that does not shed.




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3



Get comfortable in a well-lighted bathroom. Make sure that you have enough room to look in the mirror and to move your elbows freely to either side of your face.




Step
4



Stick your tongue out and dry off the end of the ball using some sterilized gauze.




Step
5



Unscrew the removable end and pull the stud out. Rinse your mouth again to inhibit bacteria and to keep debris from getting caught in the open hole.







Tips & Warnings









In general, the longer you've had your stud, the longer your hole will stay open. If you intend to reinsert a stud, it's best to do it as soon as possible.








Plug the bathroom sink in case the removable ball decides to take a bounce on the countertop.








Kill any bacteria lingering on your old stud before reinserting it. A 10-minute soak in rapidly boiling water - and cooling time between sterile gauze - should do the trick.








Do not force a stud back through your tongue's hole. If you notice resistance, your hole may be closing; nerve and tissue damage may result if you attempt to force it through.








Do not use your teeth as a brace to hold the stationary end of the stud. You may hurt your tongue and your teeth.



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How to Remove a Silk Screen From a Cotton Shirt

How to Remove a Silk Screen From a Cotton Shirt



Learning to get a perfect print when you are learning to do silk screen printing takes practice. Even when you are experienced at it, it is inevitable for there to sometimes be smudges or smears in the image of the screen print. Although the ink is somewhat permanent there are a few tricks to getting a screen print off a shirt.







Things You'll Need:





Cold water



Hot water



Paper bag



Iron



Sugar









Step
1



Rinse the shirt immediately in cold water. This will remove most of the fresh ink from the shirt. Don't use hot water because the heat will help set the ink to the fabric of the shirt.




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Rinse the shirt in warm water once you have rinsed all the ink that you can from the shirt in the cold water.




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3



Allow the shirt to dry completely once you have removed all the ink that you can by rinsing it. There still may be ink printed on the shirt at this point.




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Lay a paper bag with the shiny side up on top of the area that still has ink on it.




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Use an iron on just heat, no steam, to iron over the area with the shirt and paper bag. The heat will force the ink to transfer to the paper bag.




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Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until no more ink is remove by the iron and paper bag.




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Use sugar to lightly scrub the area of the shirt that still has ink on it. Be sure to only lightly scrub since the sugar may not only remove the ink but can also damage the fabric of the shirt.


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How to Remove a Ring That's Stuck on a Finger

How to Remove a Ring That's Stuck on a Finger



Maybe that ring's been on your finger for a mighty long time. Or perhaps the hot

weather


has caused your fingers to swell. Here's how to ease a ring off.







Things You'll Need:





Hand lotion, dishwashing liquid or olive oil









Step
1



Soak your hand in ice-cold water if it is swollen. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the swelling to recede.




Step
2



Apply lubricant around the ring and up the length of your finger. Hand lotion, dishwashing liquid or
olive
oil


will do the trick.




Step
3



Twist the ring as you slowly work it up and over the knuckle. You may need to apply some force to get it over the first knuckle. Make sure to twist, not tug.




Step
4



If the ring still won't budge, visit a doctor to have it removed.







Tips & Warnings









If you're experiencing swelling from an injury, it is important to remove any rings before the swelling worsens, because the rings might cut off the finger's blood supply.



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How to Remove a Nose Ring or Stud

How to Remove a Nose Ring or Stud



Whether you've outgrown your nose pierce, or simply feel the need for a change, the removal process is pretty straightforward. Expect the hole to leave its mark, though - a legacy to the period you're leaving behind.







Things You'll Need:





Antibacterial Soaps



Eyebrow Tweezers



Gauze Wraps



Cooking Pots



Wire Strainers









Step
1



Sterilize a pair of tweezers in boiling water for about 10 minutes. Let them dry in a fresh gauze wrap.




Step
2



Begin with clean dry hands and a face that's free of makeup, lotions or any treatment products. Make sure that your bathroom has plenty of light and that you have enough room to move your elbows freely around your face.




Step
3



Take the tweezers in your strong hand and delicately place the tips on the outside edges of your nose stud. Press your nostril gently against your nose as you pull the stud out in a slow, steady stroke.




Step
4



Remove a barbell at the bridge of your nose by stabilizing the stationary ball with your fingertips and then unscrewing the removable ball. Depending on the placement you may be moving your fingertips in the direction of your eye - take care not to poke yourself.




Step
5



Tilt your head back slightly, then take either end of a horseshoe ring into your fingertips. Gently pull the ball to release the end of the bar, then slide the bar through the hole and off of your nose.







Tips & Warnings









Getting the right angle can be tricky. If you realize self-removal may not be an option, enlist the help of a friend with a gentle touch and non-squeamish nature, or make an appointment with your original piercer for removal.








Never remove your nose ring if you suspect infection, unless under a physician's recommendation. The bacteria causing the infection may get trapped in your system as the hole begins to close up.








Try not to jerk or pull too hard when removing jewelry or you may bruise tissue or rip your skin.



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