INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Apple cider vinegar is a good way to clean your hair by breaking down oils as well as lighten it naturally in the sun. You can put this solution in a spray bottle and coat your hair thoroughly before going out in the sun for a subtle, all-over highlight. You may find that your hair has a slight vinegar smell after you apply this solution. This will go away once you rinse out the solution and condition. Cinnamon activates the trace amounts of hydrogen peroxide in honey, making it work as a natural bleach. Combine 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of honey with 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of olive oil and let it sit for about 30 minutes. Apply the paste to the pieces of your hair you want highlighted, using foil to separate and secure the hair if necessary. Leave it on for at least 4 hours. Steep 2 chamomile tea bags in about 3 cups (0.72 liters) of hot water. Wait until the water has cooled enough to be comfortable to the touch, then use it as a rinse after washing your hair. This will create a natural all-over highlight when your hair is exposed to the sun. You may find it easier to put the tea in a spray bottle, which will distribute it more evenly than pouring it over your hair. Lemon juice is a common natural method of highlighting hair. You can squeeze lemon juice into water to make a rinse or spray, but if you want to apply the highlight only in specific areas, you can add 3 parts lemon juice to 1 part leave-in conditioner and apply the mixture to the sections you want highlighted. Lemon juice can cause your hair to dry out over time, so it’s a good idea to use a moisturizing conditioner. Mix about 1 teaspoon (4.9 mL) of sea salt in 1 cup (240 ml) of water and put the solution in a spray bottle. Coat your hair with the spray before you go out in the sun to create natural all-over highlights. Sea salt spray can also add texture and body to your hair.

SUMMARY: Mix 1 part apple cider vinegar and 6 parts water for a subtle highlight. Apply a honey-cinnamon paste for natural highlights. Brew chamomile tea to make a lightening rinse. Squeeze lemon juice into leave-in conditioner to lighten with the sun. Use a sea salt spray to lighten your hair.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A dental tool, flathead screw driver, or strong pick is used to pick off barnacles. Wedge the pick or tool under the barnacle and gently pry it off. This should be fairly easy, as the bleach should have loosened the barnacles. If barnacles are being stubborn, chisel them off using a hammer and screwdriver. Angle the screwdriver under the barnacle and gently tap on the end with the hammer. This should dislodge the barnacle. After removing barnacles, take a scrub brush and wipe down your conches. Use light, scrubbing motions to remove any remaining dirt and debris form the shell. If some dirt or stains are not coming off, use your thumbnail to gently scratch them out of the shell. It's important that your conch shells air dry. Set them in a dry place where they will not be disturbed, such as a cupboard or cabinet. Do not attempt to polish your shells until they are completely dry to the touch. It can sometimes take conch shells awhile to completely dry, especially if you live in a cooler region. It is not unusual for shells to take a couple of days to dry completely. Once your shells are dry, they may look a little dull from the cleaning process. To brighten them up, dab some mineral oil onto a cotton pad or cotton ball. Rub the cotton on the shell and cover it completely with oil. If the shells is not as shiny as you want after one layer, add another. If you do multiple coats, let the shell dry for 12 hours between each coat.

SUMMARY: Pick off any barnacles. Scrub down your shell. Let the shells air dry. Cover your shell in oil.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Darts come in many different materials, from wood to plastic to metals like  brass, nickel, and silver. Unless you’re a professional player, the material you go with will mostly be a matter of preference. It’s possible to become an expert thrower with any material, so long as its properly weighted and easy to hold.  Nickel or silver darts are a good choice for newer players, as they’re well-balanced, relatively durable, and less pricey than darts made with pro-grade materials. Tungsten is the most popular material amongst skilled darts players due to its even weight and resistance to wear and tear. However, these advantages also make it considerably more expensive. The barrel is the part of the dart you hold while throwing. To determine what size and shape are best for you, you’ll first need to figure out what grip you’ll be using. The best way to do this is to take hold of the dart naturally and simply see how it feels in your hand.  Barrels that are too bulky or slender around the grip point can easily throw off your technique. If you’re new to the game, experiment with different grips, such as the 3-finger, 4-finger, and pencil grip, and settle on the one that feels most instinctive to you. Play at least one game with a set of light, medium, and heavy darts. Lightweight darts take less effort to throw, but have little control once they’re in motion. By contrast, heavier darts tend to fly straight and true, but require more physical strength to throw accurately.   If your throwing is inconsistent with every weight, it could be a sign that you need an in-between weight. Darts range in weight from 12 grams to a whopping 50 grams. This means that all players should be able to find a set that works for their preferred playing style. Where the dart is weighted is important, too. If the front end of the dart is loaded and you prefer to grip closer to the back, it will divebomb as soon as you release it. If there’s too much weight in the back and you grip near the front, the entire dart can flip and cause you to miss your shot. Your best bet is to have most of the weight directly beneath the point where your fingers come together. Metal darts are imprinted with a fine tooth-like texturing known as knurling. Generally speaking, the more knurling there is around the barrel, the more secure your grip on the dart will be. Again, this is mostly a matter of preference.  Some darts feature bumps or ridges rather than knurling to offer a more moderate amount of texture.  Too much grip can actually be problematic—if the knurling is especially sharp or deep, it may cause the dart to “stick” to your fingers, interfering with your release. Slick paints or coatings on the body of a set of darts may make them harder to hold onto than those with a plain metal finish.

SUMMARY:
Select a material. Pick out a comfortable barrel shape. Try out different weights. Match the barrel shape and weight to your preferred grip. Determine how much grip you want.