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How to Enable and Use Direct Messages on TikTok
TikTok, like many social networking platforms, has a feature called direct messaging that allows you to communicate with your friends on the platform. This wikiHow will show you how to send a direct message on the platform. You can only message your fri...
How to Clean a Curling Iron
If you use your curling iron often, you may not even notice that it's building up gunk and grime. Curling irons pick up oils and dirt from your hair, as well as gunk from hairspray and gels. Try to quickly clean your curling iron at least once a week with...
How to Dry Shoes in the Dryer
Instead of suffering through wet shoes or waiting days for them to dry, toss them in the dryer for a few minutes! Tie the laces together and hang the shoes from the dryer door. This will prevent damage to the machine and help you keep your sanity since th...
How to Do a Hot Oil Treatment
A hot oil treatment can moisturize and strengthen your hair, while possibly stimulating hair growth. To get maximum benefits from your treatment, choose the right oil for your needs. Then, heat and apply your oil to your hair and cover it with a shower ca...
How to Shave While You're Pregnant
Around the 20th week of pregnancy, the extra hormones make your hair grow faster and thicker than ever before. While this is usually great for the hair on your head, it’s probably not what you want for the rest of your body. Trying to shave with a baby bu...
5 Ways to Make Blinds Go Down
You’re not loving all the light filtering in your room, but you aren’t totally sure how to adjust your blinds. What are you supposed to do now? Not to worry—we’ve got the solutions you’re looking for. From single-string and continuous-cord blinds to cordl...
How to Organize a Charity Drive
Did you just find out about a cause and want to make a difference? Planning a charity drive takes perseverance and effort, but the result is worth it. In this article, you will learn how to organize a charity drive in your community.
How to Become a Psychotherapist
Psychotherapists are trained professionals that treat emotional problems in patients. A psychotherapist could be a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, or counselor, depending on their level of education and accreditation.[1] X Research source...
How to Start a Petition
Petitions are an excellent way to create meaningful change in the world. Whether it's a complex global issue or simple local election, a petition can get your point across and produce real results. While creating a petition can often look like a daunting...
How to Clean the Needle on a Record Player
If you love the sound of a record player, you're not alone! It's great to put a record on and get that deep, full sound. However, if your needle or stylus isn't clean, it can affect the quality of that sound. The simplest way to clean your needle is to us...
How to Mix Mortar for Laying Tile
Mortar is a blend of water, cement, sand, and additives mixed into a strong but sticky adhesive. It is used in all kinds of masonry, such as for holding brick, stone, and even tile together. Tile work involves using a thinner type of mortar called thinset...
How to Measure a Dog for Clothes
Dog clothes are cute, and they can also be super functional. From sweaters, coats, and hoods that keep your pup warm in cool weather to harnesses to keep them safe on walks, it's important to get your dog's measurements right. Clothes that are too tight c...
How to Help a Dog in Heat
Depending on the breed, unspayed female dogs start going into heat when they’re around 6 to 12 months old. Lasting at least 2 to 4 weeks, the cycle occurs 1 to 2 times a year and involves a range of physical and behavioral changes. Fortunately, there are...
How to Feel Better After Oversleeping
If you're really tired, it might sound tempting to snooze for more than nine hours. However, oversleeping can disturb your body’s natural rhythms, and it can actually make you feel more tired and groggy the next day. Additionally, if you’ve overslept, you...
How to Measure Your Bust for a Dress
To get an accurate measurement of your bust, you don’t need to go to a professional. It is a very simple task you can do at home either on your own or with a helper. Whether you’re shopping for a dress yourself, having one custom made, or sewing your own...
How to Tie a Belt on a Trench Coat
Whether you’ve opted for a classic belted trench or a sleek, modern style, there are plenty of ways to tie the belt and personalize your look. You can create a variety of attractive knots and bows to define your waist and keep the belt tails neat. Alterna...