Anu Odubanjo

Pulse Contributor

According to studies, some certain foods have been known to increase the chances of conceiving twins if eaten regularly.

Folic acid also known as folate is a soluble vitamin that has many functions in the body. It is a supplement recommended for pregnant women as it promotes fetal growth and reduces the risk of birth defects in newborns.

Foods that contain folic acid include avocado, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, spinach, legumes, asparagus, liver, pasta and breakfast cereals.

Some studies have found some connection between folic acid and increased chances of conceiving twins.

It is believed that 40% of women who take extra folic acid while trying to get pregnant may have a slightly higher chance of giving birth to twins. It is however advised to consult your doctor for the recommended dosage.

Over the years, Maca root also known as Peruvian Ginseng has proven to be beneficial in boosting fertility. This fertility treatment which also helps balance and regulate women's hormones is said to increase chances of chances of getting pregnant with twins. It can be consumed by adding the dried or powdered form to your smoothie, tea or yoghurt.

Yams are a rich source of progesterone and phytoestrogens which may lead to hyper ovulation thus increasing your chances of multiple births. Hyper ovulation occurs when women release more than one egg during ovulation.

It is no surprise that Igbo-Ora, a town located in Oyo State, Nigeria has an unusually large number of twin births earning it the nickname "Twin Capital of the World".

Studies show that the high amount of yam in their diet was a reasonable cause of twin or multiple births contributing to a twin birth rate four times higher than the entire global average.

A study in 2006 showed that women who regularly consume dairy products e.g milk, yoghurt, butter are five times more likely to have twins.

This may be as a result of Insulin Growth Factor (IGF), a growth protein that is present in cow milk and can also be gotten from other animal products.

When a woman consumes a larger quantity of dairy products, she is prone to release more than one egg during ovulation and this increases her chances of conceiving non-identical twins.

Cassava like yam is also known for increasing fertility. It also helps increase the chances of getting pregnant twins due to its hyper ovulation properties.

According to experts, natural hormones in cassava may trick the brain into thinking there is insufficient estrogen, causing the brain to naturally release more of a hormone called gonadotropin, which increases the ovulation rate.

Cassava can be consumed in the form of garri, tapioca, lafun etc.

Anu Odubanjo holds a Masters degree in Public Administration with a Bachelors's degree in International Relations. She is an avid writer with topics in beauty, health, and lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in Opera News and Fabwoman. She is an advocate for women's empowerment and mental health.

Pulse Contributors is an initiative to highlight diverse journalistic voices. Pulse Contributors do not represent the company Pulse and contribute on their own behalf.

If you desire to have twins, some factors may increase the possibility e.g age, height, family history. However, your diet may also play a huge role in making it possible.

5 foods that increase your chances of conceiving twins

However, there are times you may want to delay your period because due to certain reasons and situations, maybe you have an important event to attend or your wedding is coming.

Instead of using pills that can lead to a hormonal imbalance in the body and disrupt your menstrual cycle, there are natural ways to delay your period for some days and even weeks.

Loaded with acidic properties and vitamins, lemons have a great impact on delaying your period cycle. It is said that it also makes the flow lighter and helps in complications related to periods.

Mix 2 to 3 teaspoons of lemon juice in lukewarm water to make a solution. Try having it at least a couple of days before you expect your date for a sure-shot result.

This Chinese technique is said to be effective in delaying your periods for a couple of hours to a week even. When you are in need this remedy works wonder in giving you results.

Gelatin slows down the entire process of menstruation resulting in delayed periods. Take a packet of gelatin and mix it with water. Mix and shake it well and have it around 2-3 times a day.

Getting an oil massage on your stomach helps to delay as well as ease menstrual pain during your cycle. But this technique works only when the message is done in the right way, so taking professional help is recommended.

Apple Cider Vinegar is considered to be an effective home remedy for delaying your upcoming periods. It does not only push back your dates but can decrease the symptoms and blood flow once you go through the menstrual phase post delay.

Add 3 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water and consume it thrice in a day for about a week. This can delay the periods for about a week. So stock up some cider if you need it in an emergency.

Parsley leaves contain a rich source of Vitamin B12, Vitamin K, C and also A. Boiling a couple of parsley leaves in water and consuming it twice daily after cooling it, helps to delay your period and also flush out excess toxins from the body.

Excessive exercise may delay the start of a period. People with periods who engage in heavy physical activity or exertion in the days before a period may notice it doesn’t begin on time.

This could be a result of low-energy availability. When your body has used a great deal of its energy to both exercise and recover, it may not have the energy reserves to fulfill the menstrual cycle.

Anu Odubanjo holds a Masters degree in Public Administration with a Bachelors' degree in International Relations. She is an avid writer with topics in beauty, health, and lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in Opera News and Fabwoman. She is an advocate for women's empowerment and mental health.

Periods which are a natural monthly occurrence for women can be very uncomfortable and painful yet necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

6 natural ways to delay your period

Probiotics are often called "good" or "helpful" bacteria because they help fight off bad bacteria and keep your gut healthy.

Therefore, the main job of probiotics, or good bacteria, is to maintain a healthy balance in your body by reintroducing a healthy mix of bacteria needed for healthy digestion.

You can find probiotics in supplements(Capsules, pills, powders and liquids) and some foods, like yogurt.

Want to know if you need probiotics, here are 5 clear signs your body needs it.

1. You use antibiotics&nbsp;

Antibiotic means anti-life, which is the exact opposite of probiotic, which means pro-life.&nbsp;Antibiotics are designed to kill bacteria in the body, and they do not discriminate between the&nbsp;bad and the good. As they kill off bad bacteria that are wreaking havoc in your body, they’re also&nbsp;killing off a large population of the good bacteria in your gut.&nbsp;

So if you have ever taken a round of antibiotics whether recently or a while ago, consider taking&nbsp;a probiotic to reintroduce the healthy flora back into the body.&nbsp;

Also, it is advised you start using probiotics right after you finish a round of antibiotics. 2. You have digestive issues&nbsp;

Digestive issues is often be caused by an unbalance in your gut. If you are suffering from a&nbsp;condition of the digestive tract like gas, bloating, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome,&nbsp;diarrhoea, inflammatory bowel disease, then you should consider using a probiotic supplement.&nbsp;

Oftentimes the simple addition of these healthy bacteria can eliminate symptoms, and no further&nbsp;treatment is needed.&nbsp;

3. You have recurring yeast infections&nbsp;

If you suffer from recurring yeast infections and Candida, then this is a good indicator that there&nbsp;is an overgrowth of bad bacteria in the body. Probiotics, or good bacteria, remove the bad&nbsp;bacteria, helping to relieve the body of the symptoms attributed to the overgrowth.&nbsp;

A healthy stomach should be combatting the overgrowth of yeasts, so try probiotics to settle your&nbsp;gut.&nbsp;

4. You get sick often&nbsp;

It is said that an unhealthy gut may increase inflammation and alter the proper functioning of the&nbsp;immune system.

Probiotics have been clinically found to boost the immune system and strengthen the body’s&nbsp;defenses against illness. Healthy bacteria can train your immune system to distinguish between&nbsp;“foreign” microbes and those originating in your body, making probiotics the best front line&nbsp;against infection.&nbsp;

5. You have skin issues&nbsp;

Your skin and gut may seem like distant body systems, but they’re actually highly linked.&nbsp;Research has found that the quality of your digestive system can show up directly on your skin!&nbsp;

Skin issues such as acne, eczema, rashes or psoriasis are often symptoms of probiotics&nbsp;deficiency.&nbsp;

A combo of a great human-strain probiotic supplement and a fiber-rich diet will do your body a&nbsp;lot of good.&nbsp;

Note: Ask your doctor if taking probiotics is a good idea for you. In general, probiotic foods and&nbsp;supplements are thought to be safe for most people, though some people with immune system&nbsp;problems or other serious health conditions shouldn't take them.

Probiotics are a combination of live beneficial bacteria and yeasts that naturally live in your body. Your body has two kinds of bacteria, both good and bad bacteria.

5 clear signs your body needs probiotics

Also known as Wolfberries, Gougizi or Fructus Lycii, goji berries are said to aid in longevity, as&nbsp;they are thought to promote good health throughout old age.&nbsp;

Zhongning County, located in the Ningxia Hui region of Northern China, is considered the goji&nbsp;berry capital of the world. Goji berries are grown and eaten on a daily basis in Zhongning, where&nbsp;residents are known to live amazingly long lives.&nbsp;

The antioxidant properties in goji berries help reduce inflammation, thereby minimizing the&nbsp;signs of aging which leads to a youthful and glowing skin.

Widely used in everything from smoothies and juices to skincare products and supplements, Goji&nbsp;berries are a significant source of vitamin C, Vitamin B, minerals, amino acids, carotenoids, and&nbsp;polysaccharides—all of which have incredible benefits.&nbsp;

Here are some of the beauty benefits of goji berry.&nbsp;

1. Boosts collagen production&nbsp;

With their super high vitamin C content, it’s no wonder goji berries boost collagen production.&nbsp;Vitamin C is known to encourage collagen production in the skin, protect skin from oxidative&nbsp;stress and maintain the skin’s elasticity. This helps your skin stay supple, smooth, and firm!&nbsp;

2. Moisturizes the skin&nbsp;

Goji berries are also used for maintaining hydration in the skin. Your dull and dehydrated skin&nbsp;can once again become glowing and hydrated with the regular use of Goji berries.&nbsp;

3. Protects skin from UV damage&nbsp;

Exposing your skin to the sun for long hours without using adequate sun protection often results&nbsp;in age spots, sun spots, tanning, and other skin issues. Consuming goji berries or their topical&nbsp;application can heal damaged skin as the high levels of beta carotene in the superfood repair and&nbsp;rejuvenate skin tissues.&nbsp;

4. Helps in reducing wrinkles&nbsp;

The antioxidants present in the Goji berries are known to prevent the early signs of aging along&nbsp;with keeping the skin youthful by reducing the wrinkles and fine lines. You can also use the Goji&nbsp;berries for balancing the skin discoloration and also to reduce skin blemishes. Add some of the&nbsp;Goji berries to your meals or can make some effective face mask to get the skin benefits.&nbsp;

5. Increases hair growth&nbsp;

Goji berries are rich in vitamin A and since this nutrient enhances blood circulation to the scalp,&nbsp;they help boost hair growth too. When our scalps are properly nourished, it becomes healthier,&nbsp;which in turn facilitates the growth of new hair follicles leading to increased hair growth and&nbsp;prevention of hair loss.&nbsp;

The berries have an abundance of vitamin C which assists in the absorption of iron, an essential&nbsp;nutrient for hair growth.

6. Treats inflammatory skin conditions&nbsp;

Goji berries have powerful anti-inflammatory properties. They are good for reducing any kind of&nbsp;inflammation, including inflammatory skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, and&nbsp;rosacea.

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Goji berries are superfoods popular for promoting general health and wellness. Originally from Asia, they have been used for centuries for medicinal and beauty purposes.&nbsp;

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However, constant use of traditional hair dyes which contain potentially toxic and damaging&nbsp;chemicals like ammonia or parabens can permanently damage your hair or lead to hair loss.

One way to avoid these chemicals is through the use of natural hair dyes such as Beetroot which&nbsp;not many people know about. This red vegetable contains betacyanins, a type of betalains, which&nbsp;contribute to their deep red color.&nbsp;

Beetroots are packed with nourishing vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, and antioxidants like&nbsp;carotenoids is a natural remedy for improving hair health and hair growth. It also offers&nbsp;incredible benefits for hair health when applied directly to the hair.&nbsp;

Here are 3 DIY Beetroot dye recipes you can try at home.&nbsp;

1. Beetroot mixed with coconut or olive oil&nbsp;

The nourishing properties of coconut and olive oil when mixed with beetroot can enhance your&nbsp;hair color and hydrate your hair at the same time. Its moisturizing and hydrating properties can&nbsp;also help make your hair glossy and shiny when you wash your hair after the application of beet&nbsp;hair dye.&nbsp;

∙ Cut the beetroot into pieces then wrap the pieces in aluminum foil and bake them for 30&nbsp;minutes at 200 degrees centigrade. Blend the baked beets to extract the juice. ∙ Mix 3 tablespoons of virgin coconut or olive oil into the extracted beet juice. ∙ Wear plastic gloves and apply the above mixture over your hair. Make sure that no hair&nbsp;strands are left so that color is distributed properly.&nbsp;

∙ Cover your head completely with a plastic wrap.&nbsp;

∙ Apply the mixture to your hair and let it sit for an hour. If you want a darker hue leave it&nbsp;for 2 hours.&nbsp;

∙ Rinse and wash your hair with slightly warm water.&nbsp;

2. Beetroot mixed with carrot and sugar&nbsp;

Sugar helps in making the color of the beets intense and lasts longer. Carrot and sugar together&nbsp;can help get a smooth paste when mixed with the beetroot.&nbsp;

∙ Mix the extraction of beet juice and carrot juice with 2 tablespoons of sugar. ∙ Heat the mixture to form a smooth paste.&nbsp;

∙ The mixture should be runny for easy application. The stickiness of sugar will allow the&nbsp;mixture to become more intense and therefore the color will have a better effect. ∙ Let the mixture sit for an hour and wash your hair to see the result.&nbsp;

3. Beetroot mixed with black tea or coffee

If you wish to have darker shades of hair color using beetroots you can opt for this recipe. You&nbsp;can also add some natural oils for extra nourishment.&nbsp;

∙ Extract the juice of 2 large beets and mix it with half a cup of freshly brewed coffee or&nbsp;tea.&nbsp;

∙ Add two teaspoons of your favorite natural oil and mix it.&nbsp;

∙ Apply the mixture and let it sit for 1 hour.&nbsp;

∙ Wash your hair and condition it

Anu Odubanjo holds a Masters degree in Public Administration with a Bachelors's degree in International Relations. She is an avid writer with topics in beauty, health, and lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in Opera News and Fabwoman. She is an advocate for women's empowerment and mental health.

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Dyeing your hair can give you that new look or change in the hair color you desire.&nbsp;

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Nearly half of adult women currently use sex toys or have tried them in the past as masturbation&nbsp;is frequent in women. Also, women in relationships are even more likely to use them, according&nbsp;to research.&nbsp;

According to statistics, the sale of sex toys boomed globally in 2020 with Nigeria experiencing&nbsp;an over 50 percent increase in sales during the pandemic.&nbsp;

A vibrator is a sex toy that is used on the body to produce pleasurable sexual stimulation and&nbsp;they come in different shapes and sizes, depending on what purpose you want it to serve.&nbsp;

Vibrators have numerous health benefits according to relationship experts and if you have not&nbsp;joined the list of those who own one, here are 7 reasons why you should.&nbsp;

1. Leads to multiple orgasms

Having multiple orgasms is a feat that not too many women accomplish on a regular basis.&nbsp;However, that can change by using a vibrator.&nbsp;

Since the vibrations cause your body to be more sensitive and reactive, it’s more likely you’ll be&nbsp;able to experience those multiple orgasms you’ve always desired.&nbsp;

A lot of women who have never had an orgasm before will often orgasm the first or second time&nbsp;they use a vibrator.&nbsp;

2. Relieves stress&nbsp;

If you’re feeling pretty stressed out after a hard day, are unable to relax, or have trouble sleeping,&nbsp;try having an orgasm.&nbsp;

Having an orgasm releases oxytocin and serotonin, which heightens feelings of calmness and&nbsp;contentment. These hormones are known as the ‘feel-good’ hormones because they are linked to&nbsp;happiness. Regular production of these hormones through orgasms with a vibrator can contribute&nbsp;towards feeling less stressed and more positive.&nbsp;

3. Spices up your sex life&nbsp;

If you don’t communicate with your partner during sex, you will fail to know what to do and it&nbsp;can become a daunting affair. Still, it is crucial to experiment with vibrators so that you discover&nbsp;your partner’s likes and dislikes.&nbsp;

As a result, you'll feel increased intimacy with your partner, leading to increased sexual desire&nbsp;for your partner and increased satisfaction with the relationship overall.&nbsp;

4. Keeps your vagina healthy&nbsp;

When you orgasm, your vaginal walls are lubricated, and this moisture boosts their elasticity,&nbsp;which breaks down as you age. It also opens your cervix so fluids can be flushed out, which will&nbsp;prevent those tricky (and painful) UTIs.&nbsp;

5. Helps relieve pain&nbsp;

Research has shown that orgasms have been effective in getting rid of period pain and cramps.&nbsp;Also, vibrators can also help if you have other health conditions like headaches.&nbsp;

This is because the area of the brain involved in pain reduction is highly activated during arousal&nbsp;and endorphins are released, which can soothe nerve impulses that cause migraines or joint pain.&nbsp;

6. Helps you learn about your body

Using a vibrator helps you find out where your truly sensitive areas are. You will also become&nbsp;way more confident sexually, and you’ll be able to bring some of your newfound sexual&nbsp;knowledge into the bedroom. When you start having regular, great orgasms you’ll likely begin to&nbsp;become more confident in your body and the way you carry yourself. And often treating your&nbsp;body better will follow.&nbsp;

7. Helps you sleep better&nbsp;

If you have trouble sleeping, an orgasm will improve the quality of your sleep thanks to the fact&nbsp;that when you climax you produce the sleep-inducing hormone, prolactin. So, theoretically, you&nbsp;should enjoy better and more restful sleep after an orgasm.

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For the longest time, there were misconceptions about women using sex toys and vibrators.&nbsp;Women were shy to reveal they owned a vibrator.&nbsp;

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1. Picking Your Pimple&nbsp;

Many of us have a habit of touching our face with dirty fingers or even popping a pimple.&nbsp;Touching the face with your hand secretes more oil, dirt, and germs onto the skin.&nbsp;

Picking at pimples can damage your skin and lead to scarring. When you pop a pimple, you’re&nbsp;forcing the oil, bacteria and other debris out of the pore and, in doing so, you tear the top layer of&nbsp;skin. The result is an open wound that could scar as it heals.

2. Using Way Too Much Acne Medication&nbsp;

Overusing acne medications, especially those that contain benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid,&nbsp;can become a problem too. These products tend to dry out the skin which can trigger our skin’s&nbsp;oil production further. The oilier the skin, the more chances there are for clogged pores.&nbsp;

However, rather than using these products every single day, try giving your skin a little bit more&nbsp;time to repair and recover on its own.&nbsp;

3. Using Only Makeup Wipes to Clean Your Face&nbsp;

One major problem is that many women use makeup wipes to remove makeup but fail to follow&nbsp;it up with a face wash.&nbsp;

Although makeup wipes themselves are unlikely to cause breakouts, they can leave behind dirt&nbsp;and makeup residue that may lead to acne. Wipes contain alcohol, fragrances, and other&nbsp;ingredients that can dry out the skin. If your skin is sensitive, there is a chance that rubbing&nbsp;will irritate it and cause swelling and inflammation that can block your pores.&nbsp;

4. Not Wearing Sunscreen Or Using The Wrong One&nbsp;

Wearing sunscreen is the best way to protect your skin from UV damage and it helps reduce the&nbsp;risk of skin cancer as well. What many women do not realize is that it may also affect the&nbsp;frequency or severity of your acne breakouts.&nbsp;

While it’s important to protect your skin against the sun, certain types of sunscreen can&nbsp;contribute to the development of acne. Some sunscreen formulas use oil-based organic filters that&nbsp;can irritate the skin and cause breakouts. Other sunscreens to avoid are heavy and comedogenic&nbsp;products that can clog pores and give you blemishes and blackheads.&nbsp;

The best way to protect your skin is to opt for an oil-free, non-comedogenic 30 SPF or above&nbsp;sunscreen that won’t clog your pores or irritate your skin.&nbsp;

5. Using Too Many Products At The Same Time&nbsp;

A lot of people with acne believe that every single product in their routine should be geared&nbsp;toward acne-prone skin.&nbsp;

Using too many products at the same time can cause contraindications between products, and the&nbsp;layering of products may render others ineffective or useless. Plus, the more products you add&nbsp;into a routine, the more likely you are to encounter reactions that result in clogged pores and&nbsp;breakouts.

Sometimes the best approach is just to simplify to the most minimal skincare routine you can&nbsp;muster and still achieve your skin goals.&nbsp;

6. Washing Your Face The Wrong Way&nbsp;

First, using the wrong cleanser can bring about even more skin problems. Find the right cleanser&nbsp;for your skin type. For oily skin, it is better to use water-based products. As for dry skin, avoid&nbsp;exfoliant cleansers. These will further dry out the skin.&nbsp;

Second, make sure you rinse your skin thoroughly and pat your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.&nbsp;Leftover cleansers can interfere with the next skincare products you apply. This can also lead to&nbsp;drier skin and more breakouts.&nbsp;

Third, do not over-cleanse. Over cleansing can strip away the protective layers of the skin. Our&nbsp;skin has a natural mantle of protection made up of microorganisms that help our skin maintain&nbsp;hydration and fight infections. Too much cleansing can interfere with this natural process.&nbsp;

Lastly, remove your makeup before you sleep.&nbsp;

7. Using Harsh Exfoliants&nbsp;

If your skin is prone to acne, you have to be careful about choosing an exfoliant, however,&nbsp;because if you make the wrong choice, you could end up irritating or damaging your skin,&nbsp;ultimately making the problem worse.&nbsp;

For acne-prone skin, chemical exfoliants like alpha hydroxy acids (AHA), beta hydroxy acids&nbsp;(BHA), and chemical peels can be better. They help loosen dead skin cells without being too&nbsp;abrasive like physical exfoliants are.&nbsp;

But before trying out chemical exfoliants, please consult a dermatologist for the right products&nbsp;and applications. Chemical exfoliants can dry up the skin so a dermatologist will also&nbsp;recommend a good moisturizer to accompany the treatment.

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Every woman wants flawless, acne-free skin, however, you may be making some subtle mistakes&nbsp;in your skincare routine which is causing your breakouts or aggravating it.&nbsp;

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Using contact lenses has a number of advantages which include convenience, improvement in&nbsp;vision, and the desired change in appearance.&nbsp;

However, here are some things to consider before trying out a contact lens whether for medical&nbsp;or cosmetic reasons. Here are six of them.&nbsp;

A contact lens is a thin piece of plastic worn directly on the cornea. The cornea is the clear,&nbsp;front-most part of the eye that helps reflect light onto the retina.&nbsp;

It is used to fix vision problems like nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) and&nbsp;astigmatisms, an irregularity of the corneas, which leads to blurry vision.&nbsp;

Contact lenses are usually prescribed by doctors and are the perfect correction solution for those&nbsp;who do not want to wear eyeglasses and/or have corrective surgery.

Therefore, it is important to first find out what your vision problems are before getting contact&nbsp;lenses to ensure you get the right type of contact.&nbsp;

Contact lenses are medical devices that need to be properly fitted by an eye care professional,&nbsp;even if you are just wearing them to change your eye color.&nbsp;

During your appointment, the optometrist will first take your medical history. Expect a general&nbsp;and comprehensive eye exam. This includes determining your prescription needs and other tests&nbsp;to assess your overall eye health and ensure it is okay for you to wear contacts.&nbsp;

Make sure you share as many details as possible about your eyes and vision. That way, the&nbsp;doctor will have an easier time giving you an accurate diagnosis. Also, this can help uncover any&nbsp;underlying eye health conditions you may have.&nbsp;

3. Avoid them if you have allergies or eye problems&nbsp;

Contact lenses may not be a good option for people who suffer from repeated eye infections or&nbsp;allergies, are exposed to large amounts of dust, or have dry eyes. Wearing contact lenses with&nbsp;such conditions could cause further complications and problems.&nbsp;

4. Cosmetic lenses require prescription too&nbsp;

Beauty contact lenses bought from boutiques, shops and non-professional retailers can pose&nbsp;serious eye health risks, even to the extent of losing sight in the worst cases. It is therefore&nbsp;important to only buy prescription contact lenses from authorized medical retailers.&nbsp;

5. Stick to your wear schedule&nbsp;

When your eye care provider prescribes you a new set of contact lenses, she will also give you a&nbsp;wear schedule that advises you on how long you should wear your contacts each day. There are&nbsp;different wear schedules for hard and soft contact lenses as well as daily, bi-weekly and monthly&nbsp;wear schedule guidelines that you need to stick to in order to avoid eye irritation and other&nbsp;problems.&nbsp;

Your wear schedule should also include information about when to use a daily cleanser, how and&nbsp;when to use an enzymatic cleaner, and proper care and storage instructions for ensuring that your&nbsp;new contact lenses stay in tip-top shape.&nbsp;

6. Take proper care of your lenses&nbsp;

Proper cleaning, care and storage of your contact lenses is extremely important for the&nbsp;prevention of infections.

Your eye doctor will show you how to clean and disinfect your contacts. Use quality lens care&nbsp;products and clean the lenses as often as possible to remove buildup of bacteria.&nbsp;

Your contact lens case also needs as much care as the lenses themselves. After putting in your&nbsp;contacts each morning, you should give the case a good scrub with hot water. Then, give it a&nbsp;final rinse with your contact lens solution.&nbsp;

In case of any sudden change in vision or severe discomfort or pain in the eye, stop wearing the&nbsp;lenses and contact a medical professional immediately.&nbsp;

Be aware that wearing contact lenses for a long period of time can be dangerous. Over-wearing&nbsp;may cause problems, such as blurry vision, pain, and redness due to a lack of oxygen passing&nbsp;through to the eye. Remember that contact lenses are medical devices that must be taken&nbsp;seriously.

Anu Odubanjo holds a Masters degree in Public Administration&nbsp;with a Bachelors's degree in International Relations. She is an avid writer&nbsp;with topics in beauty, health, and lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in&nbsp;Opera News and Fabwoman. She is an advocate for women's empowerment and mental health.

Pulse Contributors is an initiative to highlight&nbsp;diverse journalistic voices. Pulse Contributors do not represent&nbsp;the company Pulse and contribute on their own behalf.

Contact lenses&nbsp;continue to be a popular form of beauty and cosmetic enhancement amongst women, however, it&nbsp;is also used medically for vision correction.&nbsp;

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There is also an increasing demand to resort to home remedies and natural ingredients, however not all of them are deemed safe.

According to skin experts, there are some things that should not be applied on your face and here are seven of them.

Baking soda is known for its multipurpose properties and its one of the most versatile ingredients in the home.

However, using it on your face is a No-No. This is because baking soda has high alkaline levels which can diminish the pH balance on the face and lead to really dry skin. The pH in the skin is designed to act as a barrier and keep bacteria out. When this pH balance is disrupted, it can cause your face from being able to regulate its natural pH balance and lead to breakouts.

Using hot water directly on your face can reduce the moisture in your skin, making it dry and dull. Hot water strips the skin of its natural oils leading to dry, itchy skin and eventually eczema.

Opt for lukewarm water or a facial steam instead as this will help open up your skin pores and loosen the dirt for better cleansing. It also softens the blackheads and whiteheads, making them easier to remove.

There is a reason why it is called &amp;#39;Body Lotion&amp;#39; meaning its meant for the body and the body only.

Body lotions tend to be thicker and contain more fragrances than facial moisturizers and creams that can lead to allergic reactions and breakouts. It can also clog facial pores because of its oily nature.

To make sure your skin is maintaining a healthy balance of moisture and to prevent any breakouts, always use an oil-free and fragrance free facial moisturizer.

Although sugar is great for quick DIY scrubs for other parts of the body, using it as an exfoliant on the face can actually scratch and abrade the skin.

Avoid using products with hard shaped particles as they can cause microscopic tears in the skin and lead to breakouts.

Toothpaste is popular as a DIY remedy for blackheads and zits. But experts say that using toothpaste on your face can lead to burns and even infections. If you have used toothpaste on your pimples before, you may have noticed them turn red post the usage. This is because toothpaste has strong ingredients, which can irritate your skin.

Yes, you heard right. Using bar soap on your face is actually a bad idea.

"Regular" soap or bar soap, actually strips your skin of natural oils that keep it hydrated leading to rough, dry, and itchy skin.

According to skin experts, it is best to use a face wash or gentle cleanser for the face.

Mayonnaise is a great ingredient for hair health and growth, however, it is not advised to use on the face because of its acidic and occlusive nature which leads to clogging of the skin pores.

In a time where there are various DIYs and hacks on how to get a radiant face or a glowing skin, it may be difficult to differentiate between what is good or bad.