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Why should you wash your face with a cleaner

At some point in life, we have all felt frustrated by the condition of our skin. Dry, Descarapelada, sensitive, very greasy, with a tendency to pimples or acne. Does that sound familiar?



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The interesting fact is that the health of your skin is directly linked to the balance between acidity and its alkalinity, which is measured with the pH scale.

All soaps, lotions, cleansers and other skin care products have an effect on the pH level of your skin.

How does the pH work?

The pH level of a substance is measured with a scale from 0 to 14, where 0 is the most acid, 14 is the most alkaline and 7 is neutral, which is the PH of pure water.

The normal surface of an adult skin is covered by a combination of tallow (natural skin oil) and perspiration. This coating is called the acidic mantle, which protects the skin and saves moisture. (2) Normal adult skin is slightly acidic with a pH level in a range of 5.4 – 5.9. 1

There is a very delicate balance when the pH of the skin is very alkaline. The skin becomes very dry and sensitive, which can lead us to have signs of aging on the skin, such as fine lines of expression and wrinkles. 3

What is the pH level of my skin?

Normally you can determine relatively easy which is the pH of your skin, simply observing the behavior of it. For example, if your skin is oily and acne-resistant it can be very acidic. If it tends to be dry, sensitive or descarapelarse, it can be very alkaline

The most accurate way to know this is by consulting a dermatologist.

Then why use a cleaner instead of soap?

The soap has a pH level between 9 and 10, which can make your skin feel very clean, but it is too aggressive. Remove all the natural oils from your skin, making the pH level very alkaline. This may cause new problems – the skin becomes dry, scaly, and prone to inflammation. This may cause the sebaceous glands to have overproduction of fat to compensate for dryness, causing clogged pores and acne outbreaks (3) When the skin is excessively dry and flaky can also lead to producing lines of expression and wrinkles.

Cleaners usually have a much lower pH level than soaps and are kinder to the skin.

Different cleansers have been developed for different types of skin

Oily skin can benefit from an "active" cleaner, such as skin M. D® Daily Care Foaming Cleanser. This particular cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid to unclog the pores and clean the dead cells, leaving the skin feeling clean and refreshed. It also includes menthol that is soothing to help irritated skin.

The Obagi360® Exfoliating Cleanser works chemically and mechanically to help unclog pores that can cause opaque, uneven skin in shades. It cleans the skin deeply to reveal a soft, couple and radiant complexion.

Dry, sensitive skin will benefit from a gentle cleanser. The Obagi Nu-Derm® Gentle Cleanser is specifically formulated to clean delicately while soothing, rinsing and leaving your skin feeling soft and clean.

The skin that begins to show signs of age, can benefit from a cleanser containing vitamin C, such as the Obagi-c® Rx C-Cleansing Gel, which is designed to clarify the skin and prepare it for other products, while removing the Makeup and oils.

Remember that a good cleaner will work with your skin, without stripping it of its natural oils and without leaving it dry.

Conclusion
Avoid using soaps on your skin, such as bar soap, that have a alkalinity level between 9 and 10. It uses facial cleaners, which have a lower pH level and are specifically designed to clean the face.

And in a separate note (but important): eat healthily, a balanced diet to regulate the pH of your body. (4) Avoid processed foods and eat lots of fruits and vegetables that will help keep your skin healthy and radiant!

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Natural soap for a good facial cleansing

For years, bar soap has received a bad reputation. Critics claim that it dries out and that it is inferior to traditional liquid soaps. And while it is true that some soaps contain ingredients that can dry out the skin, there is a new generation of natural and organic soaps, both for the face and for the body, which can make you reconsider your liquid cleanser.



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Many people have stopped using soaps in pill, but really, what they should consider for a good facial, are the ingredients of the gels, creams, liquid or solid soaps that we apply to clean our skin, (think there are fragrances and irritating chemicals).

And where do you most often find these unwanted ingredients? Usually in many liquid soaps.

Although not all liquid cleaners are bad, but there are many brands that put unsuitable ingredients, and that's where things get a bit dubious. You should look carefully at the INCI, and learn to recognize the ingredients that can harm you. Many liquid soaps, even natural brands, are full of chemicals like surfactants and preservatives that it would be best to avoid.

The bar soap is made with sodium or potassium hydroxide, but when the formulation is made correctly, the hydroxide disappears and only the soap molecules and the glycerin hydrating remain. Great, huh? "Formulating in a bar allows you to add a greater concentration of pure ingredients and good for the skin and leave aside all the" bad "substances that your skin does not need.

Among its other benefits, bar soaps are more environmentally friendly due to their packaging and are much easier to transport. In addition, some of the newer natural bar soaps are specially formulated for the face and body, so investing in one can also simplify your routine.

If you decide to make the change, simply try to have the right formula for your skin type.

As a tip, we recommend not passing the bar directly on your face or body. Instead, you should moisten your hands and face, and then rub the bar of soap with your hands for about 10 seconds before using the foam to gently cleanse your complexion. The same goes for washing your body in the shower.

Do you feel inspired to give bar soap a second chance?

If you dare to try Abeelium we have three types of soap:

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It is a natural soap, ideal for the daily routine of facial cleansing, you can apply it both on the face and on the body. You will feel the skin clean in depth without feeling dry. You can also use it to remove make-up.

This natural and ecological soap is rich in coconut oil, olive oil, shea butter and honey. Clean the skin gently and is suitable for all skin types, it can be used by both men and women.



Abeelium - Detox Facial Soap - Clay and Honey
It is a natural black soap, ideal for mixed or oily skin, formulated to clean in depth.

It can be applied both on the face and on the body. Its active ingredients are coconut oil, olive oil, black clay, shea butter and honey.

Due to the detox action of clay, it is especially suitable for acne-prone skin, does not dry out the skin, leaves it fresh and hydrated but with a clean sensation.



Black Facial Soap Detox - Exfoliating, Clay and Honey
Deep cleanses and exfoliates gently. The black facial soap Detox can be applied both on the face and on the body, it is recommended not to apply directly on the skin.

Due to the exfoliating powder that it contains, it is necessary to moisten the hands and rub the soap, so that the exfoliating powder remains on the hands and thus be able to apply it gently on the skin of the face or body.

Its main ingredients are coconut oil, olive oil, black clay, shea butter, honey and volcanic stone dust.

For its detox action and facial exfoliating, it is especially indicated for oily skin and with acne. It is recommended to use it twice a week.

We hope you like them !!

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How to clean your hands of grease

From time to time in the life of every cyclist, it is time to prick their hands with the bicycle. After fixing a puncture, adjusting that brake shoe that rubbed or that change that does not stop jumping between two pine nuts usually our hands usually finish more dirty than the chimney sweep of Mary Poppins.



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That mixture of grease and charcoal from the road is quite difficult to remove by traditional methods (see the soap bar of a lifetime). However, not everything is lost as there are several effective ways to clean your hands after an intense mechanics session:

The first and most professional is to use a product specifically designed for these tasks, that is, a degreasing paste for hands like those used in mechanical workshops. They can be found in industrial supply stores. My only experience with this type of cleaner is the Loctite Fast Orange and the truth is that it is amazing how well it works.

Another option is to use dish soap (Fairy type) and a little sand and scrub. The soap only does not remove all the grease and it is necessary to use sand to keep the hands very clean. In this case you have to be careful where you rinse your hands since the sand can get to clog the drain pipes.

Finally, the technique that I like the most because it is easy, cheap and effective: powder laundry soap. This soap is a little rough and it is also very concentrated so it removes the fat a thousand times. It is also very cheap and you can even take a little on the bike to wash clothes and gift, clean your hands.

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Body hygiene: how to clean properly

The heat, sweat and secretions of the organism favor the presence of germs that can cause the development of infectious, cutaneous and allergic diseases.



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The daily cleaning has become a healthy habit to eliminate bad body odor, prevent infections and other health problems, but always if it is done properly. Hygiene can be a double-edged sword, an enemy of health if the toilet habits are incorrect. In this case, it can decrease the body's defenses and make it more vulnerable to certain diseases. But how should proper hygiene be carried out? The following explains in detail how to use the soap and how to wash each of the body parts .

Use soap, but with moderation

In Latin countries such as Spain, where it is often hot and more perspiring, the daily shower has become an established habit. However, guidelines must be followed since, although showering is not harmful, "it is lathering a lot". "If a person has already showered once, the same day, when leaving the gym or when they get home, it is enough to do it again only with water," says Àlex Camps, dermatologist at the Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. Above all, it is essential not to use an aggressive soap , but with a PH of moderate acidity.

It is also correct and very healthy to wash a mitten without soap , since this is a solvent for the fat and, if it is used frequently, the fatty layer of the skin that confers protection is lost. Since in general the dirt is minimal, it is enough to rub the skin with a glove.

Regarding the grooming of the scalp, it should be light and discreet . As in the case of the shower, you do not have to clean it aggressively, just soak it once. If you have a pathology or a problem such as dandruff, you should wash it for at least three minutes. In any case, hair hygiene depends on several factors, such as having it short or long, since in the latter case it is more difficult to handle, dry and comb.

Washing hands to keep infections at bay

Hand washing is essential to avoid the spread of numerous infections, such as the common cold , conjunctivitis , common flu and influenza A , as well as infections in hospitals ( nosocomial ).

The World Health Organization (WHO), the World Agency for Patient Safety and, in Spain, the Quality Agency of the National Health System established May 5 as World Hand Hygiene Day to raise awareness the population of the whole world about the importance of this simple gesture.

During the months of the influenza A pandemic, the health authorities emphasized the importance of washing this part of the body to avoid infection, which could be transmitted by a simple clash of hands or by touching a dirty surface .

    Older people should use moisturizers rich in oils frequently

Apart from these health campaigns, this measure should be a healthy habit on a daily basis and repeated several times, at least before each meal or when handling food that could be contaminated with microbes that any person can carry, after touching an animal or dirty object , when blowing his nose and after going to the bathroom .

In this way, pathogenic microorganisms are eliminated and transmission to another person is avoided. But how should you wash your hands to achieve both purposes? It is not enough to let the cold water run. To eliminate the microbes you also have to remove the rings (if you have them), wash with warm water, soaping well - for one minute, according to the health authorities during the time of influenza A - and dry properly.

This measure was effective at a specific time and its application always depends on the type of work performed. A person who works in contact with the public, who shakes hands frequently or who explores someone - more if he is susceptible to being sick - should lather his hands lightly frequently. This is the case of health professionals and those who dispense food, especially if they are ready to consume, such as bread. A taxi driver, for his part, limits himself to driving and does not greet his clients with a clash of hands, so in principle he should not wash his hands with the same frequency.

"Our culture sins of excess hygiene , sometimes it's compulsive," says the dermatologist. Some people wash their hands between 20 and 30 times a day, which can lead to dermatitis. If they also always use soap, "it can be even more irritating." It is advisable, after washing your hands, to apply a suitable moisturizer for atopic skin, enriched with omega 3, borage or olive oils .

Nails and feet without fungi

The nails and the feet are two zones vulnerable to fungal infections (caused by fungi). When they affect the nails, they are called onychomycosis . To avoid them, they should be kept clean, cut and not bite . Most of the health problems related to the nails are due to the manicures carried out incorrectly and the abuse of the elements (stick) to remove the skins from the proximal fold. " Trimming the cuticle is a mistake, " warns Camps. "You have to let the nail finish its journey," he adds. You also have to apply oils to nourish them .

The fungal infection affecting the feet is the Tinea pedis , ringworm or athlete's foot , which begins between the fourth and fifth finger. The heat and humidity at the same time, which in the feet translates into sweat , along with the use of athletic shoes or footwear that does not allow the foot to perspire, is an explosive breeding ground to favor the development of these infections. To maintain good hygiene and avoid these problems, it is necessary to wash the feet daily , especially after each sporting activity, and have a special impact on the interdigital spaces and make sure to dry them well . In addition, you should avoid walking without shoes , both in a gym or in any other situation, such as in the house of a friend or a relative.

Genitals with special attention

The genitals are delicate body parts. The woman should wash with products of intimate hygiene, without abusing the soaps designed for this use. Neither do you have to obsess about cleaning , but groom yourself in a reasonable way. Some women generate more secretions and fermentation by sweating in the areas of the armpits and English, where the sweat glands are found.

The man must also use a soap suitable for his genital hygiene. In addition, those who are not operated on for phimosis, should remove the glans to clean the foreskin area with soap and water once a day . It is necessary to repeat the cleaning of the genitals -like women- each time the sexual act is performed.
Older people and swimmers: special skin care

Two groups that tend to forget in the recommendations regarding body hygiene are the elderly and those who love swimming . Changes in the skin of the elderly cause it to become dry and develop spots and seborrheic keratosis , a benign form of a skin tumor that causes itching. When washing, older people should avoid rubbing with soap, as it worsens dry skin. In addition, they need more moisturizing cream , "better if it's an evening primrose oil emulsion, up to 10%, or an O / W emulsion (oil and water mixture) standard," explains Àlex Camps.

The problem of people who practice swimming is chlorinated water. The chlorine used to disinfect is irritating to the skin and, in addition, eliminates the lipid mantle . To avoid this, before bathing it would be convenient, especially for athletes who plan to spend two or three hours in the pool, "apply barrier creams (protection) so that chlorinated water does not exert such a strong effect." When finished, a moisturizer enriched with lipids or dissolved cholesterol is recommended, "to return to the skin what the water has removed".

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Beauty secrets on how to use baking soda

Baking soda, or baking soda, is a common product in most homes. People regularly use it to bake, clean and absorb odors in refrigerators and sandboxes. It also has many cosmetic uses, and can be as effective as commercial products for only a fraction of the cost.



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Instructions

Exfoliate and soften your skin with a paste of baking soda. Mix 3 parts of baking soda with 1 part of water. Rub the paste over any area of ​​skin that feels dry and rough, such as the knees, elbows, feet and hands. This will make your skin feel as soft and fresh as a baby's.

Mix a small spoonful of baking soda with your regular shampoo. Wash your hair as usual, but let the shampoo stand for several minutes before rinsing. Baking soda removes soap residue and debris that makes your hair look greasy.

Sprinkle some baking soda on the greasy areas of your hair like a dry shampoo, if you do not have time to wash it with regular shampoo. Brush the bicarbonate through your hair gently to avoid lumps, and then dry it with cold air for several seconds.

Rub the nails of your hands with baking soda and water to remove stains and dirt. For a complete nail exfoliation, use an old toothbrush. This will leave your nails brighter and cleaner, and the cuticles will feel smooth and even.

Whiten your teeth with a mixture of baking soda, water and a little salt. Brush your teeth with this mixture to remove stains and light up your smile. You can also gargle to eliminate bad breath. Rinse your mouth with water to remove any bicarbonate residue.

Add a half cup of baking soda to a hot tub for a relaxing bath. The bicarbonate neutralizes the smell of the body, eliminates any perspiration and softens your skin. Soaking in baking soda is particularly good for skin with scrapes, sores or itching areas.

Tips

• Clean the tools for styling your hair in a small container that contains approximately four small tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of water (950 ml). Immerse your combs and brushes in the mixture for several minutes to eliminate germs and product residues. Rinse your tools and allow them to dry naturally.
• Bicarbonate can also relieve sunburned skin; A mixture of baking soda and water will help alleviate peeling and reddening.

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How to take a shower without soap

Soap is not necessary to cleanse your body. In fact, most of the products we use today are not soaps at all but detergents, according to the Food and Drug Administration of the United States. Real soap is made of alkali and fat and does not cleanse your body much. If you find out that you are allergic to soap, you are bathing in a nature reserve in a camp or you just run out of soap, you can still be clean and smell fresh with simple bathing techniques.



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Instructions

Fill your bathtub or your sink with a little warm water, as you need it. Keep the water level less than 5 inches (12.7 cm) in a bathtub to conserve water, advises the University of Kentucky School of Agriculture.

Use a damp cloth to wash your body in the same way you would if you had soap. In most cases, this is enough to clean the dirt, dirt and bad smell.

Sprinkle some baking soda on your rag to help scrub particularly dirty areas. Add baking soda to your bath before you bathe if you wish as it helps clean and deodorize your skin, according to Mother Earth News. If you're not very dirty keep the baking for your hair.

Add a few heaping tablespoons of baking soda to the water if you need to wash without soap. If you are clean, rinsing your hair is sufficient but if your hair is greasy or loaded with product, the baking soda will neutralize dirt and grease, according to Mother Earth News.

Rinse your hair and your body under a stream of clean water. If you do not have access to a stream of water, rinse your body by squeezing the cloth over the areas that need to be rinsed or scrubbed in the nearby outdoor water source. Bicarbonate is not harmful to the environment, according to Mother Earth News.

You will need to

• Sodium bicarbonate
• Cloth

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How to Clean Wounds: Hydrogen Peroxide or Soap and Water

BRIEF HISTORY

Hydrogen peroxide (or hydrogen peroxide) is an effective antibacterial solution that should never be used in your cuts and wounds. Interrupts healthy tissue and prolongs healing
Antibacterial soaps are full of antiseptics and toxic chemicals; these will also not improve your healing time.



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All you need to clean your wounds and start the healing process is water and mild soap, without triclosan, or triclocarban or fragrances By Dr. Mercola.

Cutting or scraping, both inside and outside your home, is common. These cutaneous openings produce an opportunity for bacterial growth and infections. The first cleaning of the wound will help to eliminate the unwanted bacteria and create an environment to help the open area to heal.

Most people turn to either soap and water, or hydrogen peroxide to clean the area before bandaging it. You should use the most effective cleanser without disturbing the tissue to stimulate the area to recover. Undoubtedly, one of these materials is better than the other.

Why is Hydrogen Peroxide an Excellent Option?
Hydrogen peroxide is used since the 1920s as an antiseptic, since it is effective in killing bacteria. An antiseptic is a substance that prevents the growth of microorganisms that cause diseases, such as bacteria.

Probably his mother used the brown bottle of hydrogen peroxide as a child and cut or scraped.

You may remember that it hurt to be applied to your cut. That pain or discomfort was the result of the peroxide activating the pain receptors in its cut or scrape, as it destroyed the bacteria in the area. This is much safer and more effective than the rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) that is commonly used, and stains less than iodine.1

Your Wound Needs Oxygen to Heal
Healing of wounds is a normal process that your body performs whether the wound is a very thin cut or a large incision after surgery. In any case, their cuts, scrapes and wounds heal faster, better and with fewer scars when there is a lot of oxygen available.2

The chemical composition of hydrogen peroxide is H2O2, which contains an additional oxygen molecule compared to water whose composition is H2O. When you pour hydrogen peroxide into a cut or scrape, you will notice the bubbling in the area, since hydrogen peroxide releases an oxygen molecule and turns it into water.

How Does It Destroy Hydrogen Peroxide to Bacteria?

Hydrogen peroxide acts against bacteria, breaks open cell membranes by attracting electrons. Within the bacteria is an enzyme called catalase, which produces the effervescence observed when hydrogen peroxide reacts with the enzyme and releases the oxygen molecule.3

Hydrogen peroxide is a very good antiseptic, but it is not able to distinguish between healthy cells and those of the bacteria in the wound. The peroxide attracts electrons from their healthy cell membranes, destroying them, and reacts with catalase in their cells, producing the same effervescence.

Actually, low concentrations of hydrogen peroxide are produced by your body after metabolizing sugar or carbohydrates, by stimulating the healing of wounds.

Their cells have catalase to inactivate the hydrogen peroxide produced inside the cells, but they are powerful against the hydrogen peroxide that is applied to a cut from the outside.

Excessive oxidative damage to the cells caused by external hydrogen peroxide will slow wound healing and increase your risk of scarring.4 Your cells use catalase to inactivate the hydrogen peroxide produced by the body for oxygen and water afterwards. that insulin metabolizes sugar inside cells.

This link between insulin, metabolized sugar, oxygenation, and hydrogen peroxide produced by your body may be one reason why people with insulin-resistant diabetes heal more slowly.

At present, most doctors do not recommend using antiseptic solutions of any kind to clean wounds or injuries for the same reason, hydrogen peroxide is not recommended. Often, this antiseptic destroys healthy cells, heals slowly and increases your risk of forming scar tissue.5

However, if you need a powerful and effective antiseptic, peroxide is my first choice, since it is much safer than iodine or rubbing alcohol (isopropyl). I always travel with a bottle of peroxide spray, as it is also useful for cleaning stains from clothes, especially when used with soap.

The Truth About Antibacterial Soap

Although the first patent for antibacterial soap was presented in 1984 by David Poshi and Peter Divone, which was a bar of soap Dial that made its first claim in the 1940s. Dial did not put "antibacterial" in its advertising , but he announced his soap as a way to make his body "super clean" by destroying bacteria and germs.

Dial uses a chemical, hexachlorophene, an antibacterial agent that has been shown to cause brain damage in newborns. In 1970, the company was ordered to remove the chemical substance from its soap.

Once Poshi and Divone tested their chemical, triclosan, against bacteria and received the patent, Dial was the first to add it to their products, stating that "the germs were dead on contact" .6

Currently, antibacterial soaps contain the chemical triclosan, despite the immense amount of research that demonstrates the negative health problems that this triggers.

The companies of antibacterial soaps have mounted large advertising campaigns, stating that soaps would make their environment safer and provide an additional layer of protection against diseases.7

In December 2013, after 40 years of study, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the United States announced that it would review the safety of triclosan, citing studies that suggest that it may interfere with levels. hormones in laboratory animals and increase the growth of drug-resistant bacteria.8,9

On December 16, 2013, the FDA expressed concern that antibacterial soap would increase the amount of drug-resistant bacteria. Another statement, published only three days earlier by Dr. Colleen Rogers, the lead Microbiologist at the FDA, indicated that antibacterial soaps were not effective against bacteria:

"In fact, there is currently no evidence that over-the-counter antibacterial soaps (OTCs) are more effective in preventing disease than washing with soap and water."

In any case, in September 2016 a decision of the FDA is expected to be issued, following a lawsuit filed by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), in response to decades of delays by part of the FDA to regulate for or against triclosan and other antibacterial substances.10

The Dangers of Triclosan

Triclosan is an antiseptic substance, and is not recommended for cleaning cuts and scrapes, as it prolongs wound healing and increases the risk of scarring. However, there are also other reasons why you should not use antibacterial soaps in your home.

In June 2015, the agency responsible for monitoring the use of chemicals in the European Union announced that triclosan would be eliminated from hygiene products because the risks of using the product exceeded any perceived benefits.11 The research has related to the chemical products used to make antibacterial soaps with:

How to properly wash wounds?
The best way to clean a cut, scrape or wound is with a soft and safe soap, and plenty of water. Choose a soap without triclosan, triclocarban or fragrance.17 Before cleaning your cut, you should wash your hands. This helps reduce the potential to transfer bacteria from the hand to the wound.

While bleeding the wound, mild to moderate bleeding may occur. After cleaning, apply direct pressure to stop bleeding and if possible raise the area above the level of the heart. This helps reduce the amount of blood to the area, to help stop bleeding.

Rinse the wound with water for five to ten minutes. This helps eliminate dirt and debris from the area. You may feel more comfortable cold water than warm water, but either is adequate. If you have a sprayer in the kitchen sink, you can try to use it to help clean the wound.18

After rinsing thoroughly between five to ten minutes to remove dirt and debris, use a mild soap with a clean cloth or gauze to wash the area, and press gently.

Scrubbing with force can alter the area and prolong the healing time without any additional benefit by cleaning it. Cover the area to keep it moist and clean. Wounds that remain moist and crusty are healed better and are less prone to scarring.19,20

Why Should Silver Be in Your Medicine Cabinet?
The antimicrobial properties of silver are known since 400 BC, and until the early twentieth century, silver was commonly used as an antimicrobial agent to treat wounds. Modern science has not only confirmed the antimicrobial effects of silver, 21,22,23,24,25 it has even been shown to be effective against antibiotic resistant bacteria.26,27

Tests like these reveal that silver destabilizes the structure of the cell membranes of bacteria, which makes them more porous, and allows silver to enter the bacterial cell and destroy it.

Also, a hydrofiber gauze containing silver has been shown to offer effective protection against the proliferation of a wide range of aerobic, anaerobic and antibiotic resistant microorganisms.28 In addition, the nanoparticles of the silver incorporated in a thermo-sensitive gel have been shown to be effective against Staphylococcus aureus.29

A study in 2010 found that colloidal silver effectively destroyed drug-resistant Staphylococci, Escherichia coli, Salmonella and Pseudomonas aregnosa, 30 the latter of which occurs normally in hospitals and in people with weak immune systems.31

When considering the risk of getting a drug-resistant infection, it seems reasonable to conclude that keeping a high quality silver bottle in your medicine cabinet would be a prudent strategy to use every time you have a cut, scrape or other topical wound.

Tips to Accelerate Healing

Once the wound is clean, there are several steps you can take to increase the speed of healing and reduce the potential for scarring.

1. Honey

Honey was used to fight infections until the 20th century. However, generally processed A-grade honey found in the grocery store is nothing more than high fructose syrup and may actually increase the risk of infection. Instead of this, use unpasteurized Manuka honey. This honey is produced by bees that release Manuka flowers and could be more effective than antibiotics against some types of bacteria.32

2. Coconut oil

Virgin coconut oil has a double benefit since it keeps your skin moist and improves its proliferation of fibroblasts, as well as wound healing.33 Only, use virgin coconut oil in the area, twice a day.

3. DuoDERM

The DuoDERM is a brand of hydrocolloid gauze34 that covers the wound, protects it from bacteria and keeps it moist to improve the healing time. In addition, they reduce pain in the area while providing a protective cover.

4. Avoid Smoking

Avoid smoking Wound healing requires a good blood supply and smoking reduces the blood supply to the skin through vasoconstriction, and decreases the absorption of vitamin A, necessary for skin health and healing.35

5. Food
There are several options you can take each day that will reduce your healing time and improve your overall health.36

Beta-carotene or vitamin A

Often, foods rich in vitamin A or beta-carotene are orange, such as sweet potatoes, carrots and winter squashes. Do not take a vitamin A supplement if you are pregnant, nursing or trying to get pregnant.

Vitamin C

Your body uses it to make collagen and form new tissue. It is soluble in water. It can take up to 3,000 milligrams (mg) per day. Decrease its amount in case of presenting diarrhea.

Vitamin C interacts with some medications, including chemotherapy, estrogen, warfarin and others. If you take medication consult your pharmacist about known interactions. Foods that are rich in vitamin C include citrus fruits, leafy green vegetables, broccoli and berries.

Zinc

Stimulates wound healing and can be used as an oral supplement through zinc tablets or applied directly on the wound in the form of cream. DO NOT apply on open wounds and do not take a long-term supplement. Foods that are rich in zinc are pumpkin seeds, oysters, veal, beef, cashews and mushrooms.

Vitamins B

They can accelerate wound healing and improve skin health. Foods that are rich in many of the B vitamins include spinach, broccoli, veal liver, lentils, parsley and bell pepper.

Bromelain

It is an enzyme that is found in pineapple, it could reduce inflammation, bruising and improve healing time.

L-arginine

It is used after surgery to improve healing. Foods that are rich in arginine include chocolate, peanuts, chicken meat, beef, lamb, milk, and cheese.

When to Go with a Doctor
You may need to see a doctor to treat a cut or wound, either immediately after the injury or at some time after an infection. The following signs and symptoms usually require medical attention.37


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How to remove rust stains from toilets, tubs and sinks 2019

How to remove rust stains from toilets, tubs and sinks 2019

If you have ever left a can of metal-based shaving cream on the shower floor, you know how hard it can be to eliminate the resulting oxide ring. Unfortunately, since rust stains can also appear as a result of galvanized pipes or mineral deposits found in hard, iron-rich water and well water, avoiding metal cans alone will not prevent the formation of rust spots on your fixtures. . The good news is that it is possible to remove rust spots in the bathroom without a lot of time and effort.

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For best results, eliminate chlorine-based bath cleaners, which can actually make difficult spots worse, and try one of these proven methods.

Barkeeper's Friend

Barkeeper's friend, both in powder and liquid, is an extraordinarily effective method for removing rust stains from bathroom accessories. Barkeeper's Friend will safely remove the rust stains and mineral deposits from all the toilets and finishes of the metal faucets. And, according to the manufacturer, it can also be used to remove stains from sinks, bathtubs and showers made of stainless steel, porcelain, Corian, refractory clay, ceramics, acrylic, copper, glass, enameled cast iron, fiberglass and solid surface materials.

Shaw pads

Shaw Pads offer a chemical and septic-free approach to removing rust. Equipped with a simple handle and a scrub cloth, Shaw pads work with the "fat elbow" principle: simply moisten the patch and brush the spots gently.

Use Shaw Pads to remove the rings from the toilet; accumulation of oxide, calcium and lime; gray, green and brown water residue; algae and chemical stains on the tiles of the pool; and hard water and well water waste.

Pumice Stick

Pumice scrubbers work especially well to remove rust stains from porcelain. Use Pumice brand bars to carefully remove mineral deposits, rust and other stains and scales from sinks, toilets, bathtubs and showers.

And, use them to remove rust and unwanted paint from metal work, pipes, tiles, masonry and concrete as well. Made of 100% natural pumice stone, these poles are safe for dermal contact and for use and storage around children and pets.

ZUD Scouring Cleanser

The ZUD cleaner employs oxalic acid and a powerful combination of fine ground quartz and pumice compound abrasives to remove rust spots on contact. Available in both liquid and powder form, it dissolves rust, mineral stains, hard water deposits and soap scum. And, according to the manufacturer, it can be used to clean copper, brass, bronze, chrome, iron, pewter and stainless steel. Simply spray or spray ZUD directly on rust spots and brush with a cleaning brush or plastic pad. Then, add water to cover, make sure the ZUD solution covers the entire area. Add more ZUD where the solution is missing. After the solution has been established for approximately 60-90 minutes, clean the area with the brush and rinse the solution.

The Works Limeosol

The main active ingredient in The Works Limeosol is hydrochloric acid, which instantly removes rust, hard water stains and mineral deposits from appliances, bathroom fixtures, cement, brick, vinyl, siding, fiberglass, PVC and others. materials in contact: no scrubbing is required.

The Works is tried and true: it has existed for more than 50 years. And, despite the fact that it contains a dangerous chemical, it has long been a famous favorite among homeowners and door-to-door service professionals alike. The Works Limeosol is not recommended for use with septic systems.

Prevents the rust from appearing again

•     Install an iron filter or a water softener. Because the oxidation of the bath is so often the result of hard water rich in iron and well water, the installation of an iron filter or a water softener will go a long way in preventing future stains. Generally speaking, these filters are easy to install, although they can cost more than $ 600.
•     Keep metal cans away from the tub and sink. When in contact with water, cans containing metal rings in their bottoms (for example, shaving creams, air fresheners, hairsprays, cleansers, etc.) will quickly oxidize and stain bathroom surfaces. It is best to store these items in a closet away from the bathtub and sink.

    Clean the bathtub and sink after each use. Rinse and clean the sink and bathtub after each use to remove any iron residue.

How to remove plaque from the bathroom quickly and effortlessly

How to remove plaque from the bathroom quickly and effortlessly

The tartar cleaning tricks you should know

Eliminating tartar is not a simple task, much less, but it is something you must do to keep your bathroom clean and prevent it from spoiling. The tartar over time eats the surfaces and ends up damaging them permanently, avoid this by doing a complete scale cleaning.

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How to remove tartar from the bathroom is a question that you have asked yourself more than once, I am sure of that. In all the bathrooms it is joined due to the presence of tartar in the water that is in contact with the bath surfaces, whether they are sinks, showers, toilets and even on the floor and walls. But all this is a thing of the past, since here you will find tips to eliminate tartar at home quickly.


Water scale is produced by the high concentrations of bicarbonates, magnesium carbonates and calcium it may contain. It is also known as hard water and is the cause of calcareous incrustations that are generated in pipes and bathroom elements, hot water tanks and others.

Scale accumulates as hard water circulates through the pipes and comes in contact with your bathtub, wash and toilet . The calcium that the water contains crystallizes , the crystals that are produced that adhere to the surfaces, being able to have destructive consequences in the medium and long term.

If you live in an area where the water is hard permanently, the best thing you can do is use elimination operations such as softening and softening the water . Anyway, once the damage is done or the water is hard only for ages you should remove tartar at home and there are different tricks that can help you in this task without damaging your surfaces .

The best tricks to remove tartar from the bathroom

Pipelines

The first step you must take is to clean the pipes in your bathroom. Since it is here where the scale passes to your toilet, walls, sinks and floors. How to clean a pipe is a simple task, but its solution is not permanent, you must carry out weekly or monthly cleanings to remove scale from pipes and avoid damaging your bathroom.

There are many tricks to clean your pipes, but these are the definitive ones: with vinegar or with salt, always accompanied by baking soda. Choose the one you want and you will be able to remove scale from pipes quickly.

•     White vinegar You only need three ingredients: bicarbonate, white vinegar and water to boil . Start by placing the baking soda in the pipe and then pour in the vinegar and hot water. Leave on for 15 minutes and throw in hot water again.
•     Salt. Mix half a cup of baking soda and a half of salt with a little hot water. Throw the mixture in the pipe and let it act for a whole night, without opening the taps.

Toilet

Water circulates continuously in the toilet or toilet, which causes large clumps of tartar to be generated easily. However, how to eliminate plaque from the toilet is a relatively simple task and with these two tricks you will definitely eliminate tartar from water.

•     Vinegar and lemon A cleaner of white vinegar and lemon will not only remove the tartar, but it will deeply clean your toilet, leaving a delicious citrus fragrance. Mix half a cup of white vinegar with a lemon juice. Apply with a cloth or sponge and let act a few minutes. Then clean the toilet with warm water to remove the tartar debris.
•     Cola drink. Surely you have already read on the internet that cola is used to clean pipes because of its abrasive power, because today you can take advantage of it. You need a can of cola drink, a cup of white vinegar and three tablespoons of baking soda . Start by pouring the soda into the toilet, let it act for half an hour and brush the surface, then add the vinegar and bicarbonate, it will generate an effervescent effect, let it act and rub again. Rinse with hot water.

Walls

The walls of the bathroom are usually stained with mold and moisture , but how to remove tartar from the walls of the bathroom is another problem that these can bring. Generally, the walls of the bathroom are covered with tiles, which makes cleaning easier, although they can also be painted walls. Here you will find a trick for each of them and thus eliminate tartar in the water.

•     Peroxide. If there is an effective ingredient for cleaning tartar, this is oxygenated water, as it can easily rinse surfaces. Mix half a cup of baking soda, two tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide and juice of a lemon . You can use this trick with care on the walls and with tranquility in the tiles. You must make a paste with all the ingredients, apply on the surface, leave on for 20 minutes and stir.
•     Vinegar. You can also rely on the power of vinegar to clean your walls, as long as they are tiled, as you could damage the paint. Apply with a cloth vinegar mixed with warm water, let it act 20 minutes and rinse with warm water again.

Handwash

If you use a lot of sinks and more when there is a small loss of water in the faucets, it is normal for tartar to accumulate. But do not worry, here you will find two tricks of how to remove tartar from the sink and you can start testing them right now.

•     Pumice. Moisten a pumice stone in warm water and rub over the parts where you see tartar. You must be careful to avoid damaging the surface.
•     Sodium bicarbonate. Mix baking soda with hot water until it forms a paste. Apply in the areas with tartar, let act half an hour and remove the remains with a sponge soaked in warm water to remove tartar.

Floors

Mainly when there is water loss or you have to clean a bathroom that has been abandoned for a while (as it happens when you move), the floors can be stained with scale. This gives an unpleasant aspect, but not anymore, because here you will find the best trick on how to remove tartar from the floor of the bathroom .

•     Borax. You need 1 cup of white vinegar, 4 tablespoons of borax and one liter of hot water . Start by passing the white vinegar mixed with hot water as if you were mopping the floor. Then add the borax in the areas where the tartar is concentrated (always use gloves, mask and ventilate the environment) and brush. Leave on for half an hour and rinse with hot water.
•     Sodium bicarbonate. Another option, if you do not want to use borax, is to replace it with sodium bicarbonate. However, if the problem is serious you should opt for the most abrasive option that is borax to remove hard tartar. If you want to use baking soda you can use four tablespoons or more if necessary .

Removing tartar from the bathroom is a task that can take time, but the best thing is that, although there are tricks recommended for certain parts of the bathroom, all can be used in the bathtub, floors, toilet, sink and tiles. You just have to be careful with the walls, since you could damage them and you will have to repaint them.

How to prepare a homemade tartar remover

As you have seen there are many home ingredients that will help you eliminate tartar . But here you will find the definitive recipe for a homemade tartar remover for almost all types of surfaces.
Ingredients

•     Half a cup of white vinegar
•     5 tablespoons of baking soda
•     Half a cup of hydrogen peroxide
•     A cup of hot water

Preparation

•     Mixed vinegar mixed with oxygenated water.
•     Then add the hot water (to the point of boiling) and finally the baking soda.
•     Store everything in a bottle or container with a lid and that's it, you have your homemade tartar removed.

More tricks for your bathroom

Removing scale in the bathroom is not the only challenge you will face when cleaning this area of ​​the home. Cleaning tartar is just one of the steps you must follow to have a clean bathroom. Here you will find more tricks so that each time you clean it, it will be shiny and free of odors .

•     For cleaning . Each part of the bathroom requires a different kind of attention at the time of cleaning. The bathtub, mirrors and toilet are not cleaned in the same way and everyone has their tricks to be gleaming.
•     For smells . If there is something that characterizes the bathrooms, it is the bad smell that they can lodge. But that is a thing of the past because there are some special tricks to eliminate the unpleasant smell and leave your bathroom with a delicious aroma.
•     For artifacts . Disinfect, clean drains, toilet lid and remove stains from surfaces are some of the actions you must take to keep your bathroom clean. Know the best ideas to make it perfect.

Repair the toilet leak as an expert following these steps

Repair the toilet leak as an expert following these steps

Manos a la Obra now brings you this not very nice tutorial but necessary when things go wrong with our bathroom, especially with the toilet. Learn how to repair leaks with these steps; In the following image you will see the cross section of the toilet and you will notice common problems with water in the floor, water stains on the roof or an occasional smell of sewer gas are signs of a possible leak.

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Before pulling the toilet, pick up:

• A new wax ring
• Two 5/16 in. Sets Diameter of the water closet screws
• A silicone-based mastic tube, in a color to match the toilet
• A pack of plastic footwear for the bathroom if the toilet was swinging

Loosen the bolts

Unscrew the cabinet nut with a wrench. If the screw rotates together with the nut, grasp the exposed bolt over the nut with locking pliers. Loosen the nut enough to tighten a hacksaw blade under the nut and see through the bolt. TIP: Use a nearby metal saw as shown or wrap a rag around a bare blade.

Remove the toilet

Unscrew the nut that connects the water supply line to the bottom of the tank. Reach the inside of the tank with a long-handled screwdriver to hold the bolts while loosening the nuts underneath with a wrench. Lift the tank from the container, then lift the free container from the floor.

Clean around the drain hole

Fill a rag in the drain line to keep the sewer gases out of the house and pieces of wax from entering the pipe while cleaning. Scrape all the old wax off around the toilet horn and the toilet flange with a putty knife. Clean the floor under and around the old cauldron and debris toilet.

Prepare the new parts

Thoroughly clean the wax residue with mineral spirits. Place a reinforcement ring over the flange so that the grooves in the water cabinet bolt line up and mark the locations of the bolts on the floor. Drill a separation hole through the tile or masonry with a hammer drill and 1/4-in. Masonry Bit Stop when you reach the subfloor.

Apply caulking

Place a silicone cord around the perimeter of the toilet flange.

Screw the ring

Screw the ring on the floor, slide the water cabinet bolts into the slots and attach the nuts of the water cabinet with the nuts and washers of an extra set of bolts to the toilet flange. This will prevent the screws from tipping or wobbling while restarting the toilet. Scrape the excess putty and let the caulking cure during the night before you put the toilet.

Flange reinforcement rings

The flange reinforcement rings are essentially bandages that fit over the broken flange and bolt to the ground. They provide a new slot that receives the bolts from the toilet flange so that the toilet can be secured. You can find several styles in the store.

Prepare the extender ring

Clean the toilet flange with mineral spirits to remove all excess wax. Place the extension ring on the flange and remove the original flange bolts that align with those on the expansion ring. Apply a silicone caulk bead around the inside edge of the extender ring.

Screw the extender ring

Align the holes in the extension ring with the flange holes and screw both sides to the floor with 8 x 1-1 / 4 in. Stainless steel screws. Wipe off excess putty and restart the toilet

Remove the old flange

Remove the old screws from the toilet flange and slide each half of the flange bracket under the edges of the flange. Lift the flange with a screwdriver and lever if necessary.

Install the new wax ring

Push the new wax ring into the toilet's horn with the rounded side facing the toilet. Mark the positions of the water cabinet screw on the floor with adhesive tape.

Reinstall the toilet

Align the holes in the bolts with the adhesive tape and lower the toilet bowl directly onto the bolts. Push down on the rim of the toilet to seat the wax ring, then close the lid and sit on the toilet for a few minutes to force the toilet all the way to the floor. Stop when the porcelain surface rests on the finished floor.

Install wedges

Slide the bolt washer washers over the bolts, then tighten the washers and nuts of the water cabinet with a wrench. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts, especially on the separations between the toilet and the floor. Slide the toilet pads under any hole in the toilet rim and cut off the excess length. Some calzas are quite difficult. If a utility knife will not cut through the plastic, you may have to cut them off with a sharp wooden chisel.

Apply caulking

Heat around the base of the toilet with silicone putty, leaving the back end of the base. The gap leaves a space for moisture under the toilet to escape.

HOME AND GARDEN: How to remove tartar stains from the toilet

HOME AND GARDEN: How to remove tartar stains from the toilet

How to remove lime stains from the toilet bowl If the water in your home is hard, you will notice a rough, whitish substance in your toilet bowl. This is accumulation of lime. The scale of lime results from the remaining deposits of hard water. The buildup of lime scale on the toilet bowl makes the toilet dirty and stained.

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You can remove lime scale from the toilet bowl with common household items.

You will need to

• Toilet cleaner
• Brush to clean the toilet
• pail
• Water
• 1 gallon (3.78 l) of white vinegar
• Paper towels
• Borax powder

Instructions

1. Remove as much water as possible from the toilet bowl. Close the valve behind the toilet to stop the flow of water. Pull the chain a couple of times until the cup is empty.
2. Clean the inside of the toilet bowl with toilet cleaner. Apply a generous amount of cleaner and scrub the bowl with the toilet brush. This will make part of the lime stains come out but it probably will not remove everything. Throw a bucket of clean water into the bowl to rinse the cleaner.
3. Throw 1 gallon (3.78 l) of white vinegar into the toilet bowl. If this is not enough to cover all the lime deposits, wet paper towels and vinegar and place them on the lime stains. Leave the vinegar in the toilet bowl all night.
4. The next day, remove the paper towels. Use the brush to clean toilets and skirmish to remove lime deposits that have become loose. Clean the toilet by throwing a bucket of water into the toilet bowl. Inspect the toilet bowl to see if there is any lime stain.
5. Use borax powder if the spots do not come out. Spray a good amount of borax directly on the affected areas of the toilet bowl. Leave it for 30 minutes and then scrub with the toilet brush. Rinse the cup with a bucket or two of water.

Tips and warnings

1. Chlorine bleach can also be used to remove limescale. Pour 1/2 cup of bleach into the toilet bowl or soak paper towels in bleach and place them on top of the lime stains. Leave the product on the spots several hours before scrubbing the cup and rinse it with water.
2. Do not forget to reopen the water valve when you have finished cleaning.
3. Use a toothbrush to clean toilets that has plastic bristles so the cup does not get scratched.
4. Use rubber gloves when using bleach to protect your skin.
5. Never mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or products that contain these ingredients since the result can be toxic.

How to remove the dark circle around the toilet bowl OTHER METHOD

You will need to

• 12 oz (354 ml) of cola drink
• A brush for toilet
• 1 cup of white vinegar
• Sodium bicarbonate

Instructions

1-The tail effectively removes stains from the toilet.
Pour 12 oz (354 ml) of glue into the stained toilet bowl and clean it in circles with a bath brush. Leave the glue in the toilet water for an hour to remove the mineral stains.

2-Unload the toilet to wash the glue and loosen the brown rings and spots. Scrub the sides to remove mineral deposits removed by the tail.

3-Add 1 cup of white vinegar to the toilet water to dissolve the rest of the stains. Sprinkle baking soda over the brush to add a mild abrasive.

4-The scraping action of the toilet brush helps in the cleaning process.

Rub the surface of the toilet bowl with the brush covered in baking soda to remove the remaining stains. Discharge the toilet to rinse the surface.

Tips and warnings

• Add 1 cup of white vinegar to the toilet bowl every week and let it sit overnight to remove stains and freshen the toilet bowl.
• Substitute for lemon juice to remove spots of lime deposits and minerals inside the toilet.

How to eliminate brown mold in the toilet

You will need to

•  Whitening tablets for bathrooms
• Rubber gloves
• A bathroom brush
• A toilet cleaner
• 1 gallon (3.78 liters) of bleach

Instructions

1- Collect the elements that will help you clean. Any supermarket or pharmacy will have what you need.

2 - Pre-treat the toilet for an entire night. Brown mold usually gets together and grows in the pores, which makes it harder to remove. The best method to pre-treat mold is to wash the toilet. Pour half a gallon (1.89 liters) of bleach into the toilet and into the upper water tank and let it work overnight. Do not use the bathroom or throw the chain while you are following this treatment. Let it settle for at least eight to 10 hours or more. Make sure you close the toilet lid and the bathroom door, so your pets can not enter. Also, if you have a fan inside the room, turn it on so you can run more air.

3 - Flush the toilet. Put on rubber gloves and apply a generous amount of toilet cleaner. Scrub until you have removed all the mold left. The bleach will kill the most part and then the circular movements that you will make with the brush will take care of the rest.

4- Pull the chain several times until all chemicals are gone.

5- Treat the toilet again and scrub if necessary. Follow steps two and three.

6-Add a chlorine tablet to the toilet and water tank to prevent mold from returning.

Tips and warnings

It may take several applications of bleach and scrubbing sessions to remove and eliminate brown mold.
Always wear rubber gloves as protection when dealing with industrial-grade chemicals.

Natural products to remove scale from a toilet

White vinegar

White vinegar is a common product used to remove tartar from bathroom surfaces, including the inside of the toilet bowl, because white vinegar is a weak acid that will work by removing hard, alkaline water and stains from debris. of soap. It is not toxic and is completely natural. White vinegar also kills bacteria and other contaminants. To use, add 1 cup of white vinegar to the water in the toilet bowl. Leave to rest during the night before scrubbing the tartar and pull the chain. As an alternative, remove all the water from the toilet bowl and cover the tartar with cloth soaked in white vinegar.

Lemon juice

Another mild acid that dissolves the mineral deposits from the residue of hard water or soap scum is lemon juice. To use it, empty the toilet and apply the lemon juice to the tartar. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes before scrubbing the tartar with a bath brush. Rinse the area by pulling on the chain. Lemon juice will not harm porcelain or fiberglass toilets.

Pumice

Pumice stone is a natural stone that is abrasive and strong enough to remove scale from the toilet without scratching it. To use it, submerge the pumice stone in water so that it softens a little. Never use a dry pumice stone, as it can scratch the toilet. Rub the tartar stains until they run out. Rewet the stone as often as necessary to keep it moist while you work. Rinse the area with clean water.

Tartar prevention

Tartar will develop naturally in the toilet because hard water minerals accumulate on the surface. Soap residue could also accumulate and contribute to tartar stains. Prevent tartar by installing a water softener in your home. Also, scrub the toilet every week to eliminate the minute buildup and make sure the buildup does not reach a point where it is difficult to remove.