| How to Heal Scratch Marks on Your Face Posted: 24 Aug 2020 01:00 AM PDT Getting scratches on your face is a huge annoyance, both because it's painful and because your face is the last area you want to have marks or scars. Thankfully, there are a few ways you can clean and care for your scratches at home to promote healing and prevent scarring. If your scratches don't stop bleeding after you've applied pressure for 10 minutes or they become infected, seek medical care right away. [Edit]Cleaning the Scratches - Wash your hands with soap and water. Before you touch your scratches, it's important to clean your hands to remove any germs or bacteria. Use soap and warm water to scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds, then rinse them off and wipe them dry with a clean towel.[1]
- Apply pressure on the scratches to stop the bleeding. Grab a clean cloth or towel and press it against your face directly on top of the scratches. Hold it there for about 5 minutes, keeping it pressed up against your face the entire time, until you stop bleeding.[2]
- Scratches are normally pretty shallow, so they shouldn't take long to stop bleeding.
- If your wounds don't stop bleeding after 10 minutes of direct pressure, you may need to get stitches. Contact a medical provider right away.
- Wash the area with soap and water. Lean over the sink and gently splash cool water onto your face. Grab a few drops of hand soap and carefully rub it over the scratches, trying not to agitate them or make them bleed again.[3]
- It's important to clean the area well to remove any germs or bacteria that may be present.
- Never use hydrogen peroxide to clean your wounds, as this can be too harsh.
- Rinse your scratches for about 2 minutes. Lean over the sink again and place your face directly under the faucet stream. Leave your face there for about 2 minutes to let the water wash away all the soap and any large dirt pieces. Gently pat the area dry with a clean towel when you're done.[4]
- If you're treating a child's scratches, it can be tough to get them to sit still for that long. Even if they can't do the full 2 minutes, try to have them rinse their scratches thoroughly for as long as they can.
- Dab on an antiseptic cream. Grab a tube of antiseptic ointment, cream, or lotion and squeeze out a pea-sized amount. You can also use petroleum jelly if it's the only thing you have. Cover the scratches with the ointment to prevent bacteria and infection.[5]
- You can find antiseptic ointment at most drug stores.
- Cover the scratches with an adhesive bandage. Unwrap a clean bandage and place it carefully over the scratches, making sure to cover all of the antiseptic cream as well. If you need to, you can use multiple bandages to cover all of the scratches on your face.[6]
- Covering the scratches protects against germs and bacteria to prevent them from getting infected.
[Edit]Caring for the Scratches - Change the bandage every day. In order to keep the scratches clean, change the bandage at least once a day or any time you notice that it's dirty or damp. Always use a clean bandage to cover the scratches until they are healed.[7]
- Wearing a dirty bandage can introduce bacteria, which can lead to infection and scarring.
- Try keeping a box of bandages on hand so you can easily grab a new one.
- Keep the area clean and dry. Do your best to keep the scratches and bandage from getting dirty or wet. If you're going to take a shower or wash your face, gently remove the bandages and then put a clean one back on once you're done.[8]
- Moisten the scratches with petroleum jelly. After you apply antiseptic cream once, you don't need to put any more on. Instead, use a pea-sized amount of petroleum jelly every time you change your bandages to keep your skin moist to promote healing.[9]
- Keeping the skin moist will help your body heal faster and will also prevent scarring.
- After the wound closes, you can apply vitamin E over the area to help speed up your healing.
- Press an ice pack to your face every 1 to 2 hours to reduce swelling. If your face is swollen or bruised, you can use an ice pack every few hours for 10 to 15 minutes at a time. Press it up against your face to reduce blood flow to the area and cool down your skin. Do this for the first 24 hours after you get scratched.[10]
- If your scratches are shallow, they probably won't bruise much unless they're near your eyes.
[Edit]Preventing Scars - Avoid picking at any scabs that form. Scabs are your body's natural healing process. If you pick them off, you could create a larger, thicker scar, so try to leave them alone as much as you can.[11]
- If it's hard for you not to pick at the scabs, keep the area covered with a bandage so you can't reach them.
- Use SPF 30 sunscreen on healed scratches. Once your scratches are healed enough, rub on some sunscreen to keep them protected every time you go outside. Sun damage can cause deeper, more noticeable scars, especially on freshly healed wounds.[12]
- Try incorporating sunscreen into your daily routine to keep your skin protected from sun damage.
- Wear a sunhat to protect the scratched area so it doesn't darken.
- Ask a doctor about creams or laser therapy. If you're really worried about scarring, talk to a medical professional about what they can do to minimize it. They may suggest steroid injections, steroid creams, laser therapy.[13]
- Since scratches are usually shallow, they rarely require medical intervention for scarring. However, if you got scratched a lot or in a prominent area of your face, it can't hurt to go talk to a doctor.
- Clean your scratches as soon as you can and keep them moisturized to promote healing.[14]
- Always keep the area clean and dry so your scratches can heal quickly.[15]
- Eat a healthy diet with foods rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, and zinc to help heal the scratches. Drink plenty of water as well.
[Edit]Warnings - If your scratches don't stop bleeding after 10 minutes of pressure, seek medical care. You may need stitches.[16]
- If your scratches become swollen, extremely painful, or develop pus, they may be infected. Seek medical care right away.[17]
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Cleaning the Scratches - Cloth
- Soap
- Antibacterial ointment
- Bandage
[Edit]Healing the Scratches - Bandages
- Petroleum jelly
- Ice pack (optional)
[Edit]Preventing Scars [Edit]References |
| How to Make a Fashion Cape Posted: 23 Aug 2020 05:00 PM PDT When you hear the word "cape," you might think of a costume or a superhero. But a fashionable cape is a dynamic and versatile piece of clothing that you can throw on over any outfit to make it more elegant. Instead of spending a ton of money buying one from the store, you can make your own fashion cape in a single afternoon and customize it however you'd like. [Edit]Measuring and Cutting the Base - Measure your arm length and from your shoulder to your knee. Extend your arms straight out at your sides and measure from your fingertip to fingertip to get the width of your cape with a soft tape measure. Then, stand up straight and measure from your shoulder to your knee, or wherever you'd like the cape to hit. If you're in between measurements, round up slightly to give yourself more room.[1]
- You can measure in inches or centimeters, whichever you prefer.
- Cut a rectangle of fabric using your measurements. For most people, the fabric will be about on all 4 sides. Use your exact width and length measurements to get an even square or a rectangle for your cape.[2]
- You can use any type of fabric that you'd like, but one that is double-sided and resistant to fraying is the best.
- Reusing old blankets can give you a warm flannel cape, while using silk or lace will give you an elegant, fashionable cape.
- Fold the fabric once lengthwise and once widthwise. This creates a smaller rectangle so that it's easier to work with. Make sure it's even when you fold it so that it will hang evenly when you wear it.[3]
- Measure a mark from the folded corner to the center. Find 1 of the folded corners in the fabric that has all 4 layers of fabric connected. With a ruler, measure away from the corner extending out to the center.[4]
- If you think won't be large enough for your neck or you'd like to make your neck hole wider, you can add onto your measurement.
- Make 4 to 5 markings along the mark. Keeping your ruler in place, move it from side to side and mark where is on either side of your original mark. This creates a curved line of dots on your fabric.[5]
- Cut across your measurements with sharp scissors. Keep your fabric folded and use sharp scissors to snip along the curved line you measured. Make sure your line is curved, not straight, so that the fabric comes out in a circle.[6]
- Try on your cape now to see if the neck is wide enough. If it isn't, lay your cape out flat again and make any adjustments you need to.
- Round out the bottom of your fabric. Keep the fabric folded with the neck hole pointed upwards. Use a fabric pencil to draw a curve or semicircle from the neck hole to the bottom left corner. Cut along this line to round out the bottom of the cape.[7]
- This cut creates the circular, swooping shape that most fashion capes have.
- Slice down the center of the cape if you want it to open in the front. Lay your cape out on the floor so it's flat, then mark a straight line from the neck downwards. Use sharp scissors to cut the top layer of fabric only to make an opening for your cape.[8]
- You don't have to cut an opening in your cape if you don't want to. An opening allows you to attach zippers or snaps to the front, but it also means you may have to hem it to keep it from fraying.
[Edit]Attaching a Hood - Trace a hood pattern that's about long onto spare fabric. You can find free hood patterns online that you can trace and use as a guide. Place that on your excess fabric and either keep it in place with pins or mark it with a pencil.[9]
- Adding a hood is completely optional, but it can elevate your cape into a fancier, more expensive-looking garment.
- Fold your fabric so it's in 2 layers, then cut out the hood. You'll need 2 pieces of fabric for your hood, so make sure your fabric is doubled up. Then, cut out your identical hood pieces, leaving a seam allowance on all sides.[10]
- A seam allowance gives you some room in case you need it while sewing. It's always better to cut your pattern a little too big rather than a little too small.
- Sew the 2 pieces of the hood together using a straight stitch. Keeping the pieces of fabric on top of each other, sew them together with a straight stitch using a sewing machine or by hand. This will give the hood a nice hem to ensure that it doesn't fray.[11]
- If you're sewing by hand, you can do a straight stitch by pushing your needle in through both layers of fabric, then pulling it back up through the layers about away from your first stitch. Keep going until you've reached the end of the hood.
- Pin the hood to the back of your cape. Spread your cape out on the floor so that it lies flat, then situate the bottom of the hood on the back of the cape. Pin it in place with sewing pins so that it says in place while you sew it on.[12]
- You can choose which direction you want the front or back of your hood to be. Take into account any patterns or seams that your fabric has so that it sits correctly on your body.
- Sew the bottom of the hood in place using a straight stitch. Keep the pins on the hood as you sew so it doesn't move around. Use a sewing machine or a needle and thread to sew the hood on with a straight stitch.[13]
[Edit]Adding the Finishing Touches - Pin bias tape to the raw edges of your fabric. Bias tape is an easy way to hem edges and hide any uneven cutting. Grab a roll of bias tape and place it around the bottom and edges of the fabric of your cape. Place sewing pins every of the tape to keep it in place.[14]
- You can find bias tape at most sewing supply stores.
- Sew the edge of the bias tape to your cape. Using a straight stitch again, attach the bias tape to the edges of your cape. Keep the tape as straight as possible as you sew so the tape doesn't bunch up. You can sew by hand or with a machine to keep your tape in place and give your cape a finished look.[15]
- Add snaps, buttons, or a zipper to your cape for a finished look. If you cut an opening in the front of your cape, you can make it more versatile by adding closures to the front of it. Spread your cape out and statue the opening so the 2 pieces touch each other. Either sew buttons in a row, sew a zipper onto each side of the opening, or sew snaps up and down the cape to keep it closed when you want it to be.[16]
- Sew-on snaps are by far the easiest option to choose, and they can easily be sewn on by hand.
- Once you have the basic body of your cape cut out, you can personalize it however you'd like.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Fabric
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Sewing needle and thread or sewing machine
- Bias tape (optional)
- Snaps, zipper, or buttons (optional)
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| How to Make Poutine Posted: 23 Aug 2020 09:00 AM PDT Poutine is a delicious Canadian dish that can be traced back to the province of Quebec, though it is also sometimes served in the northern United States. It's made with French fries and topped with cheese curds and a tasty gravy that is typically made with butter, onions, and beef stock, among other ingredients. Poutine is considered a fast food and a main course, and it can be enjoyed on any occasion. [Edit]Ingredients [Edit]Regular Poutine - of washed and dried russet potatoes with skins on
- 4 tbsp (57 g) of unsalted butter
- ¼ cup (31 g) of flour
- 1 minced shallot
- 1 minced clove of garlic
- of beef stock
- of ketchup
- of cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp (12 g) of peppercorns
- of Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups (420 g) of cheese curd
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Canola oil
- Serving size: 4-6 people
[Edit]Vegetarian Poutine - 1 diced white onion
- 2 tbsp (28 g) of butter
- 1 tsp (3 g) of garlic powder
- 1 tsp (2 g) of onion powder
- 2 tbsp (8 g) of flour
- 2 tsp (5 g) of cornstarch
- of soy sauce
- of vegetable broth
- 1 bag of cheese curds (as fresh as possible)
- 6 peeled and cut Idaho white potatoes
- Vegetable oil
- Serving size: 4 people
[Edit]Regular Poutine - Slice and soak the potatoes. Cut the potatoes so they are each about thick. Put them in a large bowl filled with cold water and refrigerate them for about 2 hours.
- Heat the butter. Place 4 tbsp (57 g) of unsalted butter in a saucepan and heat it up over medium heat. The butter will melt quickly, so keep a close eye on it.
- Add the flour to the butter. Add 1/4 cup (31 g) of flour into the butter and stir it until it is smooth. This should take about 2 minutes.
- Add the garlic and shallot. Add 1 minced clove of garlic and 1 minced shallot to the mixture and cook them until they are soft, for another 2 or so minutes.
- Add the stock, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, peppercorns, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Add of beef stock, of ketchup, of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp (12 g) of peppercorns, and salt and pepper to taste to the mixture. Stir the ingredients together until they have thickened a bit, which should take about 5-6 minutes.
- This combination will make a flavorful beef gravy.
- Remove the gravy from the heat and set aside. You have made the gravy that you will pour over the potatoes. Take it off the stove and set it aside in a bowl or gravy boat.
- Cook the potatoes. Drain the potatoes and dry them with paper towels before you fry them. Pour canola oil into a pan and heat it up over medium-high heat. Watch for the oil to bubble steadily, or test the temperature with a meat thermometer to see if it's reached around .[1] Then, place the potatoes in the pan and stir them to coat them in the oil evenly, until they are golden brown and fully cooked.
- You may find it helpful to cook the potatoes in small batches, since they will take a long time to cook if you make them all at once.[2]
- It's easier to make fried potatoes in a deep fryer, but you can also use a deep skillet.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool. Place the potatoes on paper towels to drain the excess oil and then have them cool for about 20 minutes.
- Serve the potatoes with gravy and cheese curds. Place the potatoes on a plate and pour the gravy over them, topping them with 2 cups (420 g) of cheese curd. Enjoy this dish as a main course while it's nice and hot.
[Edit]Vegetarian Poutine - Cook the white onion in butter until it is transparent. Thinly dice 1 white onion and then cook it in 2 tbsp (28 g) of butter in a skillet over medium heat, stirring lightly until it's transparent. This should take about 3-4 minutes, depending on the size of the onion.[3]
- Add the garlic powder, onion powder, flour, and cornstarch. Add 1 tsp (3 g) of garlic powder, 1 tsp (2 g) of onion powder, 2 tbsp (8 g) of flour, and 2 tsp (5 g) of cornstarch to the onion mixture. Continue to stir the ingredients together until they have absorbed all of the butter. This should take another minute or so.
- Add the soy sauce and vegetable broth to the mixture. Stir the ingredients together and let everything simmer for about 10 minutes. Add a little more butter or broth if the mixture becomes too solid.
- Set the mixture aside. If you'd like it to be extra smooth, you can put the ingredients in an immersion blender and purée them, but this is not necessary.
- Prepare the potatoes. Peel and cut 6 white Idaho potatoes into long, thin strings that are each about thick. Rinse the potatoes a bit after you cut them to cut down on the starchiness. To soften up the potatoes, you can boil a pot of water and blanch them for 4 minutes first, but this is not necessary.
- If you can handle it, of course, you can prepare the gravy at the same time as you prepare the potatoes. You just have to be very vigilant.
- Heat the oil and fry the potatoes. Pour the vegetable oil onto a saucepan and heat it up under medium high heat. Then, add the cut potatoes and cook them until they are golden brown.
- Add the gravy to the potatoes. Place the cooked potatoes on a paper towel to drain some of the oil and then add the gravy and 1 bag of cheese curds.
- Serve the poutine right away. Enjoy this dish on its own while it's hot.
- Remember that poutine is meant to be enjoyed as a main course, not a side-dish. It may take some getting used to viewing a dish with fries as a main course, but you'll see that it's hearty enough to be a meal in itself.
- If you'd like to make a variation of these recipes, try:
- Poutine Mole: Use Oaxacan black mole sauce over the mixture.
- Poutine BBQ: Add heated BBQ sauce to the poutine.
- Poutine Bourguignon: Add ground beef and fried onions to the dish.
- Add some more salt, if you want.
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