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<ul class="summary-list"><li>This year on TikTok gave us grim Grimace shake reactions, the Wes Anderson film aesthetic, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-keith-lee-became-tiktok-favorite-food-reviewer-in-months-2023-1">Keith Lee's restaurant reviews</a>, and more.</li><li>Together, the most popular clips on the social media app amassed billions of views this year.</li></ul>It was <a target="_blank" href="https://www.insider.com/girl-dinner-meal-trend-tiktok-controversy-nutritionist-2023-7">the year of "girl dinner,"</a> obsessions with the Roman empire, and learning what on earth a beige flag is — at least according to TikTok.The social media company released a <a target="_blank" href="https://newsroom.tiktok.com/en-us/year-on-tiktok-2023">list</a> Wednesday highlighting the biggest trends and clips on its platform in 2023.Viral TikTok phenomena this year included sharing "canon events" and "things that altered my brain chemistry," as well as the satirical '90s Euro dance-esque "Planet of the Bass," and a whole lot of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/girl-math-girl-dinner-similar-girl-trends-are-over-2023-10">girl-inspired trends</a>.Individual clips that became hits on TikTok, sometimes with less clear ties to such large trends, also racked up cumulative billions of views.Here's a look at the 10 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.insider.com/most-followed-tiktok-creators-2023-3">most popular TikToks</a> of the year in the US, according to the company:<ol start="10"><li>A ceramicist's compilation of pottery fails and bloopers accrued over a month. </li></ol><ol start="9"><li>A wholesome motivational message from an animated friend. <ol start="8"><li>One woman pranking her husband with a funny, if inventive, method to avoid tearing up when cutting onions. <ol start="7"><li>A talkative French bulldog puppy that refuses to sleep. </li></ol><ol start="6"><li>An <a target="_blank" href="https://www.insider.com/asmr-tiktok-instead-of-youtube-growth-subscribers-2022-7">ASMR-style</a> clip of cooking fried chicken. <ol start="5"><li>A man's musical performance in a parking garage. <ol start="4"><li>Selena Gomez's makeup routine before an early morning flight. <ol start="3"><li>A five-second clip of a huge kitten. <ol start="2"><li>One man's DIY Iron Man on his ceiling. <ol><li>One woman's makeup tutorial. </li></ol></li></ol></li></ol></li></ol></li></ol></li></ol></li></ol></li></ol>

Here are the most popular TikToks of the year, from fried chicken ASMR to an inventive onion-cutting hack

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Getting a job at Disney is, for many, a coveted entry point into Hollywood.</li><li>But the company is selective, and landing a role at one of its three divisions is tough.</li></ul>On her popular TikTok account <a target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@magikall?lang=en">@Magikall</a>, 23-year-old Makall Lauren gives viewers a look at what it's like to work at the happiest place on earth.The photographer at Walt Disney World in Orlando got her entrée into the Mouse House about two and a half years ago through Disney's College Program, a year-round paid internship that, for successful participants, can serve as a springboard to full-time roles across the company."I always loved the aspect of making other people happy. So when I found out there was a job for that, I was determined to get it," Lauren, who previously worked as a face painter at an amusement park and makeup artist at Sephora, said. Since scoring her full-time job following the College Program, she's amassed more than one million TikTok followers by explaining how she broke in and using humor to shed light on what working for the company is like.Lauren's job falls within Disney's parks division (which also encompasses merchandise and cruises), sitting alongside entertainment and ESPN, its two other main branches. Disney employs more than 200,000 people worldwide, but joining its global workforce in this volatile climate might seem tougher than ever.The company tightened its belt this year, reducing headcount by 8,000 roles as <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/bob-iger-ceo-disney-return-insiders-anxious-losing-faith-2023-11">CEO Bob Iger set out to cut costs</a> by $7.5 billion. Meanwhile, the entertainment industry contracted in 2023 by tens of thousands of jobs, leaving <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/disney-assistant-career-challenges-moving-up-hollywood-stalling-2023-10">many young people feeling</a> blocked from breaking into Hollywood or <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/assistants-netflix-disney-warner-bros-discovery-hollywood-cant-get-promotions-2023-10">advancing their careers</a>.But for many entry-level and early-career workers who want a job in entertainment, whether that's on the screen or in live experiences, Disney's global reach, iconic IP, and storytelling legacy make it a coveted place to work.Dan Green, director of the master of entertainment industry management program at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College, said a job at Disney can set Hollywood workers up for bright futures. "It's a positive thing on your résumé," he told Business Insider, "because of their hiring policy and the fact that it's such a well-known brand." Green interned at Disney in the 1990s, handling tasks like script coverage (summarizing screenplays for creative executives), and a number of his students have landed jobs there.So how can Disney hopefuls break in? To demystify the interview process and some of the techniques Disney uses to assess prospective hires, BI spoke to six current and former Disney employees, as well as other experts familiar with entertainment-industry recruiting. Most company sources requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak with reporters. Spokespersons for Disney did not respond to a request for comment about recruiting practices or how many people apply and are hired each year.The sources agreed that the hiring experience varies widely depending on the division and role in question. For instance, the process of landing a staff job in the parks would be quite distinct from a position at a Disney-owned network or studio.These people — primarily junior- and early-career staffers in roles ranging from tech and engineering to television and creative development — added that Disney looks for candidates whose skills match the role's needs and who are problem-solvers. The company also wants to bring on employees who have a connection to its history, products, and DNA, they said.Here's how the recruiting process aims to draw that out, and what candidates should prepare for.<h2>Step one: Meet a recruiter</h2>After applying online for an open role, connecting with an official recruiter for the company is generally the first step in Disney's hiring process.Lauren said there are many different kinds of recruiters — some focus on entertainment, she said, while others specialize in filling part- or full-time roles. Still others focus on the Disney College Program. Some can help you figure out where in the company you're most likely to be successful, she added.Recruiters have significant sway over how the interview process unfolds, including who advances and who gets nixed. According to one Disney employee hired during the pandemic, managers may tell recruiters the particulars they're seeking in candidates. "A lot of times, the hiring manager will say, 'Hey, this is exactly what I want,'" this employee said.When it comes to how many rounds applicants will go through and the tone and tenor of the interviews, "it really depends on the position and really, in many ways, it depends on the hiring manager," Green said.A second current employee, who works in a technology-related function, recalled having two interviews — the first with the person who is now their boss, and the second with both a senior technology staffer and a member of the employee's current team. The first interview was to determine whether this person was a cultural fit for the company, while the second was more technical, testing the candidate's mastery of skills required for the job.Candidates who don't receive an offer shouldn't be discouraged, Lauren said. Instead, she advised them to seek recruiters' guidance about other opportunities. Recently, she applied for a cosmetology job in the parks, but the prospective transfer didn't work out. Still, she's not giving up.The company gave her feedback on where she could develop — she hasn't had much experience cutting hair, for example — and she can try again in a few months or explore options in costuming."Rejection is redirection," she said. "It really is kind of more like, 'Not now, but maybe later.'"<h2>Interview questions tap into candidates' skills and Disney knowledge</h2>Depending on the role, candidates could face numerous interview rounds, ranging from two or three up to five or six. The process includes personal and behavioral questions that assess your qualitative aptitude for the job and how well you understand Disney's culture, sources said."They would ask me, 'What are your hobbies?' or 'What were some of your classes while you were in school?' And then they'd be like: 'Hey, do you have experience with Adobe Photoshop?'" said the first employee. The recruiters' goal, this person continued, is "to make sure this person can not only say they know how to use a language or know how to use a specific tool — but can you give me an example of how they'd use that tool?"This employee went through the Disney College Program and said applicants for that program should expect to take personality assessments with automatically-scored multiple choice questions that can disqualify candidates.Questions could address topics like how applicants would interact with guests or whether they're problem solvers in their everyday lives, according to this person. For instance, a candidate might be asked to select from one of several ways they could address a complicated situation with parks goers, the person added.Multiple sources highlighted one question in particular as critical: Why do you want to work for Disney? This question can give rise to others, like: What's your favorite Disney park? What's your favorite ride? Sources concerned with entertainment-related roles said recruiters might ask candidates to name a few shows they've recently watched. A compelling answer connecting candidates to the ethos of the Mouse House can give them an edge, the people agreed.In one of Lauren's early conversations with recruiters, this question came up almost immediately, she said. Recruiters, she added, want to establish that candidates are "passionate about the company first and foremost."In her answer, Lauren invoked themes from her childhood, she said — namely, loving storytelling and wanting to "create happiness for other people." The second employee (who works in a tech-related function) recalled connecting their upbringing as a first-generation immigrant to the role Disney stories and characters played in helping them better integrate into US culture.For candidates looking to work in Disney's entertainment division, a question Green and other experts mentioned is: What are you watching on television and streaming right now? The first employee said they mentioned ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" as a favorite."It's absolutely appropriate to have something in your back pocket on Hulu and Disney — it's just as important to know what you're watching on other streamers or network television," Green said. And, he advised, don't just lean on obvious choices: "'Succession' is low-hanging fruit."<h2>Practical assessments test competencies and problem-solving skills</h2>Practical assessments that determine how comfortable candidates would be in tackling the qualitative elements of their would-be jobs are a hallmark of Disney interviews, sources said.Green said some of his students had been asked to complete PowerPoint presentations, script coverage assignments, or data analysis using figures provided by the company in order to demonstrate their chops.When Lauren was in the running for her current job, she said, recruiters asked her to explain how she'd correct or enhance a series of photos — from improving brightness to fixing the contrast or saturation — and to demonstrate "an artistic eye to see where the creative aspect would come into play." Recruiters used open-ended questions to avoid guiding her to particular answers, she said.The second, tech-focused employee remembers encountering a coding problem during an interview. "It's one of those coding questions that seem very small but can easily have gotchas" that candidates might not catch on first glance, said this person. "They gave me a prompt that I had to fill in, either in Java or in pseudocode, and then they asked me: 'Okay, imagine that this was not the prompt or that the scope of the prompt was a little broader. How would you improve what you've written?'"A third current employee, a creative assistant in Disney's entertainment division, recalled being tested on their competency in assessing creative work, namely doing script coverage. "They simply ask for a script to be read — they gave ample time — and then write coverage on it," this person said.The goal, this assistant explained, was for their future bosses to get a sense of whether they can summarize ideas clearly and concisely, "which is critical for a development role."<h2>Curiosity counts — about the role, the company, the industry</h2>Experts encouraged candidates to be curious and raise their own questions with recruiters.Ben White — a recruiting expert who's studied the company's interviewing processes and assembled videos about getting hired there on his <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&amp;v=m8Y_SzNgobE">YouTube channel, Ben Talks Talent</a> — suggested: "What needs to happen in the first six months for you to consider this to be a successful hire?" He also proposed asking about training and onboarding, to show that a candidate's outlook on the job is in the "right place.""It shows you're looking for, 'What do I need to do to win for you to and to be a great employee?'" he explained.The first employee recommended that candidates ask questions that enable recruiters to flex their own Disney spirit. "One that I always ask personally, because I think it breaks the ice in a way and humanizes the interview, is: 'What's your favorite Disney memory?' Or, 'What's your favorite Disney character?'" this person said. "I think it helps to bring it back to, 'I understand the Disney culture and the people.'"While it might seem bold to ask that of a recruiter, this employee said it can garner a glowing response: "Most of the time they were like, 'Oh my gosh, no one ever asked me that.'"Green said it's important for candidates to show an awareness of current events in the media industry. "We've been advising students, 'You should have an opinion about the strikes and what's happening,'" he said, referring to the recently-concluded <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sag-aftra-strike-end-tentative-agreement-2023-10">actors'</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hollywood-studios-and-writers-reached-agreement-to-end-strike-2023-9">writers' strikes</a> that <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hollywood-writers-strike-jobless-careers-young-graduates-food-stamps-layoffs-2023-6">roiled Hollywood this year</a>."You are the future executives in the industry," Green added. "You have to keep a pulse on what's happening."Are you a Disney insider? Contact this reporter to share your experience at the company. Reed Alexander can be reached via email at <a target="_blank" href="mailto:ralexander@insider.com">ralexander@insider.com</a>, or SMS/the encrypted app Signal at (561) 247-5758.

4 hacks to land a job at Disney: Insiders spill secrets for tackling recruiters' toughest interview questions and acing skills assessments      

<ul class="summary-list"><li>A video on social media went viral when someone used eye drops to shrink a pimple. </li><li>Anti-redness eye drops contain brimonidine, which causes blood vessels to constrict.</li></ul>No matter how advanced acne treatments get, there's still no quick fix for the sudden rogue zit — you know, the one that magically appears the night before a wedding, award ceremony, or photoshoot.<a href="https://www.insider.com/guides/beauty/mighty-patch-review">Acne patches</a> take hours (if not days) to work, and old tricks like <a href="https://www.insider.com/skincare-trends-we-loved-2000s-new-improved-techniques-2023-2">dabbing on toothpaste have since been debunked</a>. As a result, people are always on the hunt for quick hacks, like <a href="https://www.insider.com/iodine-popping-pimples-infection-bacteria-acne-scars-2023-6">smearing on iodine</a> (which dermatologists don't actually recommend). Now, a video about using eye drops to reduce the redness of pimples has gone viral. "I've been gatekeeping the best way to cover up a pimple without any makeup for far too long," TikToker Bree Martin <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@breebreebby/video/7244165927212682539" target="_blank" rel="noopener">said in a video</a> that's been viewed over 2.3 million times. In it, she uses Lumify Redness Reliever Eye Drops to remove inflammation on a zit and even around her nose.Some commenters were stunned at the hack dubbing Martin a "modern day Albert Einstein" worthy of the Nobel Peace Prize."GIRLLLLLLL IF I HAD MONEY I WOULD GIVE YOU A MILLION DOLLARS THIS IS SUCH GOOD INFO," said one TikTok user.Other users noted that this trick has been around for some time, with one saying that they've used eye drops on their acne for years. "I've been using visine since middle school," said one user. "Can confirm it works in minutes."According to <a href="https://profiles.mountsinai.org/joshua-zeichner" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Joshua Zeichner</a>, the director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital's Department of Dermatology in New York City, Martin's pro-tip does work, but it might have a few unexpected side effects. It also doesn't prevent acne from forming in the first place.<h2>Eye drops reduce acne redness by constricting blood vessels</h2>Zeichner said that some anti-redness eye drops contain an ingredient called brimonidine, which "causes muscles around the blood vessels to contract." According to him, this reduces the amount of blood in the area, temporarily removing redness.He said the same active ingredient is available in prescription creams to treat <a href="https://www.insider.com/guides/beauty/how-to-treat-rosacea">rosacea</a>, a condition involving facial redness and flushed skin.<h2>While the hack is generally safe and quick, it comes with a few side effects</h2>While using eye drops on pimples may work in a pinch, it "will not address any of the underlying causes of acne or help the pimple heal any quicker," he said.He also said using eye drops on your pimples can come with a few drawbacks. First, the surrounding area of the zit may also be affected by the eye drops and get conspicuously pale. He also warned against trying this trick if you have <a href="https://www.insider.com/after-5-years-i-finally-got-diagnosis-of-raynauds-syndrome-2023-4">Raynaud's syndrome</a>, a condition where blood vessels in the fingers and toes constrict in response to the cold, as eye drops could amplify symptoms.<h2>Benzoyl peroxide products are better to treat the root issue </h2>For better results —including a faster healing time — Zeichner said, "the best way to treat a red, angry pimple is to apply a topical acne treatment that contains benzoyl peroxide," which lowers levels of acne-causing bacteria and skin inflammation.The ingredient is prevalent in many bestselling acne products, from daily face washes to spot treatments. While everyone wants a fire-engine-red bump to fade quickly, benzoyl peroxide goes a step beyond and actually makes it go away.

People love this viral hack for using eye drops to conceal acne — but a dermatologist says it's not actually treating the blemishes

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Celebrity makeup artist Melissa Murdick has worked with Selena Gomez, Rosalía, and Kim Petras.</li><li>Insider recently spoke with her about concealer, and the mistakes people make when applying it.</li></ul>If you follow <a href="https://www.insider.com/sticky-makeup-method-to-conceal-acne-tiktok-2022-8">the latest makeup trends</a> — including the countless beauty products and hacks that are constantly going <a href="https://www.insider.com/review-tiktok-popular-concealers-photos-2022-3">viral on TikTok</a> — there's a chance that you might be applying concealer wrong.Insider recently spoke with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/makeupbymelissam/">Melissa Murdick</a>, a celebrity makeup artist who's worked with <a href="https://www.insider.com/review-photos-of-rare-beauty-liquid-lipstick-2022-10">Selena Gomez</a>, Rosalía, Kim Petras, and others. She shared her top tips for applying the beloved beauty product, and also explained where people commonly go wrong.<h2><a href="https://www.insider.com/review-photos-tiktok-high-end-concealers-2022-3">Concealer</a> can be used in different ways, so you'll need to determine how you want it to work for you</h2>"Whereas foundation goes all over the skin to even it out and make it look healthy, concealer is for targeted imperfections," Murdick told Insider.So if you want to conceal acne, you might apply the makeup directly onto blemishes. Or if you want to brighten dark circles, you'd tap concealer underneath your eyes. But, according to Murdick, people tend to mess up by using a shade that's too light to accomplish both results."Some people can use a slightly lighter concealer under the eyes to brighten," she said. "And when I say slightly, I mean like a shade down or so — you don't want your concealer to be white."But if you're using that same, light concealer across your face, you'll likely end up highlighting blemishes instead of concealing them, Murdick said."It makes blemishes more noticeable, and creates a whole host of problems," she told Insider. "So I recommend that most people buy a concealer that matches their skin tone."<h2>Make sure to apply concealer at the right point in your makeup routine, and with the right technique</h2>It's become popular for people to <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@atifaaarshad/video/7047194231391145221?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc&amp;web_id=7024152139971560966">apply concealer before foundation</a> or any other makeup. But Murdick says that's a mistake."I am somebody who does foundation first, because I want to see what foundation will cover on its own," she said. "I also don't want the foundation to move the concealer around."But even more important, she says, is how you blend the concealer into your skin and what tools you use."Fingers and sponges are too large," she said. "And sponges will remove some of the product as you're applying it."Instead, she recommends <a href="https://www.insider.com/real-techniques-concealer-brush-review-2022-5">using a brush that matches the size of your blemishes</a> or discoloration and patting the makeup onto the skin. Then, she says, you can use a slightly larger blending brush to smooth a touch more product over top. <h2>Don't use too much concealer — a little goes a long way</h2>Once you have a concealer shade that works for you and you've determined when and how to apply it, there's one more mistake you'll want to avoid: using too much product.According to Murdick, she commonly sees people "using too much in areas where they don't need it."Take under-eye concealer, for example. Murdick noted that most people have dark circles "right at the hollow," or the area towards the inner half of the eye — so that's where they should apply concealer. But she said people often ignore that area and apply it outwards.Though concealer around the outer eye might look OK at first, it usually creases due to movement and fine lines. It also leaves the darker area of your eye without any coverage.So as Murdick said, it's important to make this small tweak to see the best results from your concealer."Being in control of the amount of concealer you're using, in my opinion, is paramount," she said. "That to me will fix the biggest mistakes."

3 mistakes you might be making with concealer, according to Selena Gomez's makeup artist

<ul class="summary-list"><li><keyword id="883113" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Chrissy-Teigen">Chrissy Teigen</keyword> shared a life hack on <keyword id="819905" type="COMPANY" weightage="60" keywordseo="Instagram">Instagram</keyword> Monday: wearing a pore strip under your <keyword id="72066" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="face-mask">face mask</keyword>.</li><li>"Life hack: nose strip under your mask. keep safe AND get those rent free blackheads out," she wrote in the caption.</li><li>But Dr. Heidi Waldorf, a dermatologist, cautions against wearing nose strips too long.</li><li>Waldorf told Insider that the pore strip should only stay on for 10-15 minutes, as recommended by the manufacturer, even if you're wearing the mask longer. </li></ul>Chrissy Teigen shared a new "life hack" with her 33.6 million Instagram followers earlier this week: Wear your pore strip under your face mask. That way, you're staying safe during the pandemic and getting rid of blackheads simultaneously.But a skincare expert who spoke to Insider just wants you to be mindful of how long you're leaving the pore strip on. On Monday, Teigen posted a photo of herself in a face mask with a pore strip on her nose underneath it with the caption, "life hack: nose strip under your mask. keep safe AND get those rent free blackheads out."<a href="https://www.insider.com/most-effective-way-to-remove-blackheads-2017-6">Pore strips</a> contain adhesives that you place on wet skin and then remove to "pull out" dirt and dead skin cells that may clog your pores.It's unclear how long the supermodel and cookbook author left her nose strip on, but <a href="https://waldorfderm.com/">Dr. Heidi Waldorf</a>, a dermatologist based in Nanuet, New York, recommends that you only keep a strip on your face for about 10-15 minutes once a week. "The ingredients haven't been tested for longer contact with skin. The strip could be harder to remove and might leave the skin irritated," Waldorf told Insider via email."How often are you just wearing the mask for 10-15 minutes? And if you put the pore strip on and then your mask and go out and about with both on, then the pore strip will stay on as long as the mask," she added.Waldorf also told Insider that she typically recommends people use "a topical retinoid" instead of pore strips, adding that with the former "the contents of pores are swept away naturally over time." A <a href="https://www.insider.com/retinol-benefits">retinoid</a>, she explained, increases "cell turnover within the sebaceous follicle (the pore) and all the skin surface on which [it's] used."<h2>Teigen has talked about how much she loves pore strips before</h2>Teigen revealed in a series of Instagram Story videos in 2018 that <a href="https://www.insider.com/chrissy-teigen-blackhead-removing-routine-pore-strips-2018-8">her blackhead-removing routine</a> includes staring closely at her pore strips after using them."I like to pull these off, slowly, and then tilt them towards the light so I can see each little mountain, each tiny mountain. And then I like to take my finger and brush the blackheads to the side so I can see their length," she said.And in July 2020, the model said "a steady stream of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bioreus/">@bioreus</a> chin and nose strips" are part of her regular skincare routine. <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fbiore-deep-cleansing-pore-strips-nose-14ct%2F-%2FA-12174329%3Fref%3Dtgt_adv_XS000000%26AFID%3Dgoogle_pla_df%26fndsrc%3Dtmnv%26DFA%3D71700000078203876%26CPNG%3DPLA_DVM%252B0060H00000uIUS3QAO-Biore_Google%2BSearch%2BAO_Dec_2020_Flight%26adgroup%3DPLA_Biore_Google%2BSearch%26LID%3D700000001393753pgs%26network%3Dg%26device%3Dc%26location%3D1022762%26gclid%3DCj0KCQiA3NX_BRDQARIsALA3fIIqe5YxL86O08TBes-de_B2E1qiesLp6qhoSu__IfOWSPvyYSEP_lUaAkgDEALw_wcB%26gclsrc%3Daw.ds">A pack of Biore pore strips</a> with 14 strips retails for about $8 and is also <a href="https://www.insider.com/rihanna-makeup-artist-biore-pore-strips-2018-9">a favorite of Rihanna's makeup artist</a> Priscilla Ono, according to Ono's 2018 interview with Refinery29.<h2>Wearing less makeup and washing your mask frequently can help combat 'maskne' issues, rather than relying on pore strips</h2>"The acne that has been occurring under masks is more inflammatory," Waldorf told Insider. "I tell patients to avoid wearing makeup under their mask and either change to a disposable mask or wash a reusable mask daily to avoid collecting bacteria and oils that can aggravate the condition."She also recommends applying <a href="https://dorisdaymd.com/products/lasercyn-dermal-spray?variant=32643175350371&amp;currency=USD&amp;utm_medium=product_sync&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_content=sag_organic&amp;utm_campaign=sag_organic&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA_9r_BRBZEiwAHZ_v11P1DbJOr7DOoOOLszTWH6gzTBt-AxBQUbIfrI8Y8Hw06brwriqV8RoCtbUQAvD_BwE06brwriqV8RoCtbUQAvD_BwE">Lasercyn Spray</a> after cleaning the skin with "a gentle salicylic acid cleanser" that gets rid of the oil that clogs the pores. If that doesn't work, she adds a topical antibiotic to the mix. Dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee, who is also known as Dr. Pimple Popper, had similar recommendations she previously shared with Insider's Julia Naftulin for <a href="https://www.insider.com/dr-pimple-popper-how-to-avoid-face-mask-breakouts-advice-2020-7">avoiding face-mask acne</a>.Lee said that washing your reusable mask every day, or having multiple masks in rotation, is key to preventing bacteria buildup, and that avoiding makeup to preserve your mask's cleanliness is a good idea.Lee also suggests exfoliating often and notes that wearing cotton-made face masks over other materials can be helpful if you're looking for "a certain level of general protection and you are not in a high risk environment" (since cotton masks aren't the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/who-fabric-masks-need-3-layers-to-curb-coronavirus-spread-2020-6?r=US&amp;IR=T&amp;_ga=2.188421679.607147005.1595945980-701602592.159285255092852550">most effective at preventing coronavirus spread</a>).<ul class="read-more-links"><li>Read more:</li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/lizzo-instagram-video-struggling-to-remove-nipple-pasty-2020-10">Lizzo shared a video of herself struggling to rip off a 2-day old nipple pasty, but experts say there's an easy fix</a></li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/keke-palmer-acne-instagram-post-2020-12">Keke Palmer opened up about having acne 'so bad' that people in the entertainment industry offered to pay for treatments</a></li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/keke-palmer-acne-skin-tyler-perry-offered-treatment-dermatologist-2020-12">Keke Palmer said she's 'grateful' for Tyler Perry, who offered to pay for her acne treatments when she was a teen</a></li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/dr-pimple-popper-how-to-avoid-face-mask-breakouts-advice-2020-7">Dr. Pimple Popper: How to prevent and treat face-mask acne</a></li></ul>

Chrissy Teigen shared her 'life hack' for removing blackheads while wearing a mask, but a dermatologist warns against keeping pore strips on too long

Next time you spill some coffee on your favorite shirt, don't panic. Stains of all kinds can be easily removed with products you probably already have at home.Here are some of our favorite hacks:<a class="zoomin" href="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/591326bf73f2f317668b4867-960/bi-graphicshow to remove stains.png"></a>Skye Gould/Business Insider<a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/use-chalk-to-rid-your-clothes-116878"> OIL</a>: Whether it's lipstick or bacon grease, consider rubbing chalk powder into oil stains before throwing them in the laundry. The chalk will absorb the grease, making it easier to remove in the wash.<a href="https://www.iamalpham.com/index.php/topics/removing-deodorant-marks/">DEODORANT</a>: Keep dryer sheets handy to lightly rub out any deodorant stains you may get on clothes. The dryer sheets will pick up the excess deodorant and won't harm delicate fabrics in the process.<a href="http://www.rd.com/home/cleaning-organizing/how-to-remove-coffee-stains/">COFFEE</a>: To get rid of those annoying coffee stains in mugs, just moisten a cloth and stick it in some baking soda. Gently rub the cloth on the stained china or cups, and then rinse off. Those coffee stains are as good as gone.<a href="http://www.racked.com/2015/8/14/9130637/get-makeup-stains-out-of-clothes">LIPSTICK</a>: Cotton balls dipped in rubbing alcohol will get lipstick out of your clothes and fabrics. Dab at the stain repeatedly until it's gone.<a href="http://lifehacker.com/5851799/remove-tough-greasy-stains-from-clothes-with-coca-cola">GREASE</a>: If you have a grease stain on your clothes, all you need is a can of Coca-Cola. Pour the soda in your wash along with laundry detergent and run on a normal cycle. <a href="http://www.topcleaningsecrets.com/house/how-to-clean-stains-from-clothes.html">SWEAT</a>: Banish those yellow underarm sweat stains by mixing 1:1 lemon juice and water and rubbing it on the affected area.<a href="http://www.rd.com/home/cleaning-organizing/how-to-remove-ink-stains/">INK</a>: Though it might seem odd, milk really can help remove ink stains from clothes. Soak your ink-stained fabrics in a milk bath overnight before rinsing and laundering as usual.<a href="http://new.www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/09/27/how-to-remove-red-wine_n_5867920.html">RED WINE</a>: Before red wine has a chance to set, sprinkle the stain with salt. It will help absorb the wine, making it easier to get the wet stain out.<a href="http://www.rd.com/home/cleaning-organizing/how-to-remove-blood-stains/">BLOOD</a>: On fresh bloodstains, apply 3% hydrogen peroxide to the stain and then rinse with fresh water. Throw in the laundry and your garments should be as good as new.<a href="http://frugalliving.about.com/od/colthing/tp/Vinegar_Laundry_Stain_Remover.htm">GRASS</a>: If your grass stains are fresh, dab a sponge soaked in vinegar to the affected area until the stain lifts. If it's a dried stain, try making a paste of vinegar and baking soda and scrub it into the fabric before throwing it in the laundry.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2RchHKHSW0">MAKEUP</a>: Amazingly, you can get makeup like foundation, concealer, and more out of clothes by applying some shaving cream. Rub and scrub the stain with shaving cream and then rinse. Repeat as necessary until the makeup is gone.<a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/the-best-way-to-remove-berry-stains-231705?utm_source=RSS&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=Category%2FChannel%3A+Main">BERRY JUICE</a>: Berry stains are easy to get out by using a simple boiling water flush. Boil some water in a tea kettle and then pour from at least eight inches above the garment to really flush out the fabric. If the stain is still there, soak in a bowl of vinegar before rinsing and drying in the sun. <h3>NOW WATCH: <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/odo-denim-creates-self-cleaning-jeans-2015-12">This company has created stain-resistant 'self-cleaning' jeans you never need to wash</a></h3> Please enable Javascript to watch this video

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<ul class="summary-list"><li><keyword id="6762469" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="TikTok">TikTok</keyword> is filled with videos of people showing how to cut bangs and trim their <keyword id="23927" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Hair">hair</keyword> at home.</li><li>Many professional hairstylists recommend leaving haircuts and permanent hair treatments to the experts, as attempting to reverse a DIY-gone-wrong can be expensive and time-consuming.</li><li>Still, as most salons in the US remain closed, people continue to get creative with their hair — both out of boredom and necessity — and are broadcasting their tips on TikTok.</li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/?hprecirc-bullet">Visit Insider's homepage for more stories</a>.</li></ul>As hair salons around the US remain closed, and with many major in-person gatherings on hold, it's only human nature that some people are finding themselves tempted to grab the scissors and snip away at their locks — whether out of boredom, or in the name of self-care.Celebrities like <a href="https://www.insider.com/celebrities-who-dyed-hair-social-distancing-photos">Hilary Duff and Dua Lipa have experimented with neon hair colors at home</a>, and Bella Hadid apparently even got to the point of <a href="https://www.insider.com/bella-hadid-cut-her-own-bangs-2020-4">cutting her own bangs</a>.As of lately, quarantine haircuts have taken over TikTok, with many creators on the video platform documenting their at-home hair transformations. Some of the videos are purely entertaining, with users poking fun at the "trend" that has become of DIY haircuts in the midst of the pandemic. However, other TikTok users are making instructional videos on how they've cut their own hair. Here, one user shows how they trimmed excess hair at an angle to finish their newly cut bangs. User <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@marresak">Marresa Kazem</a>, who makes <keyword id="6354629" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="beauty">beauty</keyword> tutorials on TikTok, showed users early in March how she gives her locks a trim with damp hair, a comb, and proper scissors. Some creators seem to be using a twisting technique to trim their bangs, which involves gathering pieces at the front of the head, twirling them together, and carefully trimming starting at the bottom. <h2>Many professional hairstylists advise against at-home haircuts, as one wrong snip could be tricky to reverse down the line</h2><a href="https://www.insider.com/how-to-keep-hair-healthy-color-root-touchups-at-home-2020-4">Insider previously spoke to hair professionals</a> who each agreed that while a seemingly simple hair trim seems innocent, it's best left to the experts.Any damage done by at-home treatments, whether it's a chemical hair dye or a trim gone wrong, could be expensive and time-consuming to reverse or fix at a future appointment, said Houston, Texas-based CHI hairstylist and colorist Joy Williams."Stylists can do anything with healthy hair," Williams said, saying that even if people can't get to a salon in the desired amount of time, there are alternatives to DIY hair trimming that are less damaging and can still make people feel like their hair has a new look or feel.One way to give hair a refresh, Williams said, is to steer clear of permanent dye, chemical treatments, and hot tools while at home."Now is the perfect time to do hair masks and conditioning at home, so when you get back to your stylist, you'll spend less time and money repairing it," Williams said.In other words, when it comes to taking the scissors to your hair, if you're not a trained professional, "it can wait," Williams said.Nisa Anderson, a hairstylist and salon owner in Hollywood, California, said that now is the perfect time for people to <a href="https://www.insider.com/celebrities-embrace-natural-hair-while-social-distancing-2020-4">embrace their natural hair </a>through protective <keyword id="22382" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="hairstyles">hairstyles</keyword> and by giving their hair a break from harsh treatments."Whatever it takes to lay off the heat can really be beneficial for all hair types," Anderson said.<h2>Fortunately for those who are skeptical of at-home cuts, some TikTok users are sharing hairstyle hacks that don't involve scissors</h2>Here, TikTok users showed fans how using headbands and bobby pins can help create the illusion of bangs, or a completely new haircut, without any trims. Even for people at home who have their heart set on emerging from quarantine with a new hairstyle, trying one of the faux-bangs tricks from TikTok might be a good place to start. <h2>The plethora of haircut TikToks prove that beauty regimens can take on a new meaning in tough times </h2>It's safe to say that DIY bangs and haircuts aren't the biggest issues on anyone's plate.But based on the popularity of hair tutorials posted on TikTok during the past two months — some with hundreds and thousands of views and "likes" — plenty of people have qualms about overdue haircuts, and many are finding comfort and joy in an uncertain time by switching up their hair. Of course, taking steps to feel put-together at home is not something everybody has the privilege of doing, during quarantine and otherwise. That being said, one hairstylist said that in her opinion, people should not feel guilty for thinking about their hair.Shvonne Perkins, who leads the training and education program at Madison Reed, which specializes in at-home hair color kits and resources, previously told Insider that people should be empowered to maintain whatever part of their beauty regimen they can at home."I think it sort of just comes down to a moment of taking this time for yourself," Perkins said. "Likely, where [people] are right now is that they're not able to access their normal beauty routines. I think it's totally accessible and really necessary to treat yourself and do any of those things that make you feel like yourself, or feel most in touch with the best version of yourself."Perkins continued, saying: "Everything feels so out of control, and this is one thing where it's like, 'I'm going to do this for myself. I can control this element of how I look and how I feel.'"<ul class="read-more-links"><li>Read more:</li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/celebrities-embrace-natural-hair-while-social-distancing-2020-4">From gray strands to dark roots, celebrities are letting their natural hair shine while social distancing</a></li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/how-do-i-cut-my-hair-2018-4">I've been cutting my own hair for years. Here are my best tips for giving yourself an at-home trim.</a></li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/diy-tie-dye-at-home-tutorials-youtube-tik-tok-quarantine-2020-4">People are so obsessed with tie-dying their clothes that it's becoming the hottest quarantine pastime and fashion trend</a></li><li><a href="https://www.insider.com/how-to-keep-hair-healthy-color-root-touchups-at-home-2020-4">How to take care of your hair between salon treatments</a></li></ul>Read the original article on <a href="https://www.insider.com/tiktok-creators-show-tips-for-cutting-bangs-hair-at-home-2020-5">Insider</a>

People are filming their DIY haircuts and showing viewers how to trim bangs during as part of a new — and nerve-wracking — TikTok beauty trend

You can never have enough sponges in your home. Even if you don't like washing dishes with it, the absorbent sponge has ample uses that go beyond cleaning. From makeup to car maintenance, the sponge can be used in ways you've never imagined.Here are 43 things you can do with a sponge:<h2>BEAUTY</h2><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/410109109794302425/">Get gradient or ombré nail art</a>: Trim a sponge to the size of your fingernail and paint your nail the lightest color of the ombré (or white). Then spread your nail polish colors on the sponge, letting them overlap and being generous with the amount polish. Next, sponge the nail polish onto the nail, patting up and down to blend it into a gradient.<a href="http://www.hungrygirlporvida.com/blog/2011/07/20/diy-nail-art-sponged-glitter-tips/">Add a glitter tip to your nail polish</a>: After painting a base color and letting it dry, take a makeup sponge and dap glitter polish on the tips of nails. Apply a heavier coat at the very tip and a lighter coat going towards the center of the nail for an ombre sparkle effect.<a href="http://www.hungrygirlporvida.com/blog/2011/07/20/diy-nail-art-sponged-glitter-tips/"> </a><a href="http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2013/10/diy-nail-polish-remover-in-a-jar.html">Make a DIY nail polish remover</a>: Instead of using a million cotton balls, stuff a sponge into a mason jar and soak it in acetone to make an easy DIY nail polish remover. Keep it sealed in a jar when not in use and when it gets too dirty, replace the sponge and add more nail polish remover. <a href="http://www.realsimple.com/new-uses-for-old-things/new-uses-beauty/sponge-as-toe-separator">Get an easier pedicure</a>: Put pieces of cut up sponges between your toes so you don't smudge nail polish while painting your toe nails. It's like a salon toe separator, but cheaper.<a href="http://www.realsimple.com/new-uses-for-old-things/new-uses-beauty/sponge-as-toe-separator"> </a><a href="https://books.google.com/books?id=RPJUp3CWutYC&amp;pg=PA129&amp;lpg=PA129&amp;dq=damp+sponge+lint&amp;source=bl&amp;ots=OxgkB3o3Ry&amp;sig=J9g93i7Pxm6wU46ru3hI7Y64qes&amp;hl=en&amp;sa=X&amp;ei=5R84Ve6NI5CeyATY7YHYBA&amp;ved=0CCkQ6AEwAg#v=onepage&amp;q=damp%20sponge%20lint&amp;f=false">Remove lint from clothes</a>: Just like with pet hair, a damp sponge wiped on your clothes will also remove any unwanted lint - just wipe off the fuzz with your fingers. <a href="http://www.examiner.com/article/10-marvelous-uses-for-makeup-sponges">Blister-proof shoes</a>: Cut up a circular makeup sponge and insert it between your heel and the back of your shoe. If you love the positioning of the sponge, you can even use a hot glue gun to secure it permanently.<a href="http://www.examiner.com/article/10-marvelous-uses-for-makeup-sponges">Keep earrings together</a>: Poke earring pairs through a small piece of sponge, securing them in the back. This will keep them together as a pair and will also clean the spokes after each wear. <a href="http://www.examiner.com/article/10-marvelous-uses-for-makeup-sponges">De-puff eyes</a>: Soak makeup sponges in rubbing alcohol and water, and then store in the freezer covered in plastic wrap. The rubbing alcohol will keep the sponges from freezing completely, making them extremely cold and pliable - perfect to place over tired eyes in the morning.<h2>CRAFTS</h2><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div><a href="http://www.auntannie.com/SurfaceDesign/SpongeStamps/">Make stamps for painting crafts</a>: Sponge stamps are easy to make (just cut the sponge into your desired shape) and use (dip the sponge in paint and press into the fabric of your choice). This is perfect for everything from kids' projects to <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-make-a-b-138526">grown-up DIYs</a>. <a href="http://www.wilton.com/technique/Sponge-Painting-Fondant">Paint fondant</a>: Create a dappled color effect by dipping a clean sponge into icing or food coloring and sponging the color onto cake fondant. You can also do the same thing with a paper towel, waxed paper, or plastic wrap.<a href="http://www.wilton.com/technique/Sponge-Painting-Fondant"> </a><a href="http://sewmanyways.blogspot.com/2011/06/tool-time-tuesdaykitchen-sponge.html">Use as a pincushion</a>: If you don't want to buy a pincushion, make your own with fabric covering a kitchen sponge. You can also use two sponges if you prefer your pincushion thicker. <a href="http://www.happycardfactory.com/2012/01/make-your-own-ink-daubers.html">Make an ink dauber</a>: Crafty people love <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Tsukineko-STDAB025-Sponge-Dauber-25-Pack/dp/B0044MNJM6">ink daubers</a>, but shelling out for the real thing can be expensive when you do it over and over again. Instead, make your own by stuffing makeup sponges inside PVC pipe and then <a href="http://www.angelasargeant.com/blog/sponge-daubers-tips-ideas/">craft to your heart's content</a>. <a href="http://www.strathmoreartist.com/blog-reader/items/tips-for-making-trees-with-watercolor.html">Paint watercolor trees</a>: Mix a few watercolors together and dip your sponge into the paint. Then simply dab the sponge where you want to have the leaves. The sponge's texture will create the leafy details for you and all that's left to do is paint a trunk and add a light wash over the leaves once everything has dried.<h2>OUTDOORS </h2><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div><a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20474647_20925896,00.html%20">Absorb oil leaks</a>: Instead of letting oil leaks ruin your garage, place a sponge and a plastic bag below the leak to catch the oil until it's been fixed.<a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20474647_20925897,00.html">Use as a cushion while raking</a>: Make a shovel or rake more comfortable by wrapping the handle in a sponge and securing with a rubber band. It'll save your hands from blisters while you're working outside.<a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20474647_20925897,00.html"> </a><a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Make-Natural-Outdoor-Fly-Repellent-with-Essential-Oils%20">Make a fly repellent</a>: Make a DIY natural fly repellent with essential oils, witch hazel, and vegetable oil. Dip the sponge in the mixture and place in a coffee can or other pot.<a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Make-Natural-Outdoor-Fly-Repellent-with-Essential-Oils"> </a><h2>HOME IMPROVEMENT</h2><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div><a href="http://www.lowes.com/creative-ideas/other-areas/modern-fireplace-makeover/project#.USgqtp2ozYk.pinterest">Re-paint brick</a>: If you don't love the color of your brick, you can easily paint over it with the help of a sponge. Paint the entire wall or fireplace in a base color and then cut a sponge into the brick shape and press a darker color on top. The sponge will keep the brick texture and look natural.<a href="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/q-and-a/a2481/remove-wallpaper-oct01/">Remove old wallpaper</a>: Mix hot water and laundry starch to create a paste. Rub the mixture all over the wallpaper with a sponge and let it stand and dry until the wallpaper can be peeled away. <a href="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/q-and-a/a2481/remove-wallpaper-oct01/"> </a><a href="http://www.familyhandyman.com/painting/techniques/how-to-sponge-paint-a-wall/view-all">Sponge paint a wall</a>: Nothing is easier than sponge painting. Combine paints with glaze and then cover a base coat by daubing on different colors of paint to create a cloud-like effect in your home. <a href="http://www.familyhandyman.com/painting/techniques/how-to-sponge-paint-a-wall/view-all">See more instructions here</a>.<a href="http://216.151.213.115/umbrella-stand/48492-10-things-you-didn-t-know-a-sponge-can-do/slideshows?s=8">Dry umbrellas</a>: Place dry sponges in umbrella stands to soak up extra water and keep puddles from forming on your floors.<a href="http://216.151.213.115/umbrella-stand/48492-10-things-you-didn-t-know-a-sponge-can-do/slideshows?s=8#!9">Create your own scratch guard protectors</a>: Cut up little bits of sponge pieces and glue them to the underside of heavy frames, vases, or tchotchkes that could scratch your tables. They're cheaper than the <a href="http://www.gorillaofficesupplies.com/Master-Scratch-Guard-88493-Heavy-Duty-Felt-Pads-MAS88493.aspx?pid=11964610&amp;gclid=CLHMibqajcUCFdgJgQodZgsAyw#.VTlOD61VhHw">professional alternative</a>.<a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20513767_20994203,00.html">Keep potted plants hydrated</a>: Place wet sponges into the bottom of potted plants to help plants retain moisture.<a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20513767_20994203,00.html"> </a><a href="https://books.google.com/books?id=skdBpBAmTlUC&amp;pg=PA94&amp;lpg=PA94&amp;dq=vegetable+crisper+sponges&amp;source=bl&amp;ots=HN6r7yAZ30&amp;sig=K1ZWz3ooKTARII6cH5Wl-ndlCxA&amp;hl=en&amp;sa=X&amp;ei=Zh84VbygJMGZyATo1IC4Bw&amp;ved=0CEQQ6AEwBw#v=onepage&amp;q=vegetable%20crisper%20sponges&amp;f=false">Keep your vegetable crisper dry</a>: Vegetables will stay fresher for longer if there's no moisture collecting in your crisper. Line the drawer with dry sponges to absorb excess water. If a sponge gets wet or dirty, take it out and let it soak in hot water with a splash of bleach before drying and returning to the crisper. <h2>CLEANING </h2><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div><a href="http://dogtime.com/get-pet-hair-off-and-out-of-your-home.html">Remove unwanted pet hair</a>: Use a damp sponge to wipe off any unwanted pet fur, whether it's on your clothes or the carpet. It'll work better than a lint brush, and will easily come off the sponge with a swipe of the hand.Prevent soap build up: Instead of putting your wet bar soap on the counter or in the shower and letting it develop scum, set the soap on a sponge. The sponge will absorb the moisture and allow the soap to dry completely without any build up. Plus, once the soap is gone, you can use the already-soapy sponge later for cleaning. <a href="https://onourweightohealth.wordpress.com/2014/01/06/never-buy-dryer-sheets-again/">Make DIY dryer sheets</a>: Fill a container with two cups of fabric softener and four or five cups of water. Stir together, add sponges, and place a lid on the container for storage.When you're ready to use, squeeze out a sponge and put it in the dryer with a load of wet clothes. When clothes are dry, simply put the sponge back in the fabric softener container. The effect will be the same as dryer sheets, and you only have to refill the container twice a year. <a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20474647_20925904,00.html">Deodorize fridge</a>: Keep your fridge smelling fresh by placing a damp sponge sprinkled with baking soda inside.<a href="http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf/Green_Living/Reusing/Reusing-Mesh-Produce-Bags.html">DIY a scrubby sponge</a>: For tough grime or food stuck on dishes, make a DIY scrubby sponge by placing the plastic mesh that onions or oranges come in around the sponge, and secure with a bread or twist tie. It'll add some extra oomph to your scrubbing.<a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/things-you-can-do-with-baking-soda-2015-4">Polish silver</a>: Use a damp sponge and some baking soda to polish silver utensils in a snap.<a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20474647_20925901,00.html%20">Dry a tall vase</a>: After washing, dry the inside of a vase (or any other tall vessel) with a dry sponge wrapped around a ruler or stick and secure with a rubber band. It will reach farther than your hand could.<a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20474647_20925901,00.html"> </a><a href="http://www.examiner.com/article/10-marvelous-uses-for-makeup-sponges">Freshen the room</a>: Dampen a sponge with water and your favorite perfume or essential oil and place it in a vacuum bag or canister. While you vacuum, the smell will be gently released.<a href="http://www.examiner.com/article/10-marvelous-uses-for-makeup-sponges"> </a><a href="http://www.ribbonsandrotorblades.com/2013/04/cleaning-micro-suede-couches.html">Clean micro-suede furniture</a>: Saturate your couch with rubbing alcohol (no water) and rub and scrub your couch with a white sponge. You'll see the sponge getting dirtier, so make sure to buy multiple sponges and toss when it becomes too dirty to use. Let dry.<h2>KIDS</h2><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div><a href="http://endlesslyinspired.com/2014/06/11/sponge-water-bombs/%20">Make a "sponge water bomb"</a>: During the summer or just for fun, make an easy DIY "water bomb" that kids can play with. Start by cutting up sponges into fourths, then tie four pieces together with rubber bands and let the kids play with them (more detailed directions in the link). They're better than water balloons since they're reusable and don't make as much of a mess.<a href="http://www.housingaforest.com/shamrock-sprouts">Grow plants for a science project</a>: Cut sponges into desired shapes (trees, leaves, etc.). Soak the sponge and squeeze out excess water before adding seeds on top. Place the sponge in a sunny window and mist daily with water. The sprouts will grow on the sponge, and this works with lettuce, spinach, and broccoli seeds.<a href="http://premeditatedleftovers.com/gardening/make-butterfly-nectar/#_a5y_p=1581219">Attract butterflies</a>: You can create a butterfly feeder by tying a sponge dipped in sugar water to a tree with a bit of twine. You'll be surprised how many butterflies come.<a href="http://premeditatedleftovers.com/gardening/make-butterfly-nectar/#_a5y_p=1581219"> </a><a href="http://innerchildfun.com/2012/08/make-your-own-sponge-blocks.html%20">Create blocks</a>: Cut sponges into different shapes like rectangles, triangles, and circles, and then let your kids go wild.<a href="http://innerchildfun.com/2012/08/make-your-own-sponge-blocks.html"> </a><a href="http://chemistry.about.com/od/crystalrecipes/a/saltvinegar.htm">Grow salt and vinegar crystals</a>: Another easy science project for kids is to grow salt and vinegar crystals on a sponge. Combine the water, salt, and vinegar and boil before pouring over the sponge. Dot the sponge with food coloring and set the dish is a sunny, warm area to watch the crystals grow. <a href="http://chemistry.about.com/od/crystalrecipes/a/saltvinegar.htm"> </a><a href="http://tjartroom.blogspot.com.au/2012/11/introducing-glue-sponge.html?showComment=1351801425340">Make a glue sponge</a>: For little kids, instead of allowing them to make a mess with glue, make a glue sponge that they can just tap their projects on for an even coat of glue. The best part is it stays ready to use for over a year in any airtight container. <a href="http://www.handmadecharlotte.com/diy-sponge-boat/">DIY bath toys</a>: By cutting up sponges, you can glue the pieces together and make your own toys for your child's bath time. For inspiration, check out this <a href="http://www.handmadecharlotte.com/diy-sponge-boat/">sponge boat with cork sailors</a>.<h2>MISCELLANEOUS</h2><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div><a href="http://www.howtodothings.com/travel/how-to-cheaply-pack-fragile-items-so-they-wont-break-in-the-mail">Pack fragile, smaller items</a>: Dampen a sponge and place it around a delicate item (like a figurine). Use multiple sponges if it's a larger item (like a vase), and secure everything with a rubber band. The sponge will conform to the breakable item and will go back to its original shape after it gets wet again.<a href="http://kidsactivitiesblog.com/54365/lunch-box-tips">Create an ice pack</a>: DIY an ice pack that won't leak by freezing a damp sponge and placing in a Ziploc bag. Just be sure to disinfect the sponge every so often.<a href="http://kidsactivitiesblog.com/54365/lunch-box-tips"> </a><a href="http://lifehacks.stackexchange.com/questions/1862/how-to-seal-envelopes-without-licking%20">Seal envelopes and wet stamps</a>: Instead of licking your envelopes or stamps, dab a damp sponge on them for the same effect. <a href="http://lifehacks.stackexchange.com/questions/1862/how-to-seal-envelopes-without-licking"> </a><a href="http://happymoneysaver.com/thrifty-tip-slice-your-sponges-scrubbers-in-half-to-save-money/">Make two sponges from one</a>: Cut your sponge in half. It's a money-saving hack that's super simple.<a href="http://happymoneysaver.com/thrifty-tip-slice-your-sponges-scrubbers-in-half-to-save-money/"> </a>Did we miss your favorite thing to do with sponges? 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