Well, there is no real easy way to remove cactus spines although many techniques have been proposed. The best alternative is to try and not get stuck by a cactus, but if you do here are some options. Generally, a comb is useful to remove cactus stem pieces (such as cholla joints/branches) and clusters of spines. Individual spines are best extracted with fine-tipped forceps or precision pliers.

elaborate folk technology has evolved to deal with this problem in all its variations. Incidentally, there are wild cacti in all the contiguous states except Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, so desert dwellers don't enjoy a monopoly in these mild forms of torture. Large spines that haven't penetrated very far can usually be pulled out with the fingers, but deeply embedded spines may need to be extracted with a pair of pliers. See similar questions...

Getting stuck by cactus spines isn't one of life's more pleasant experiences, but when it happens to you--and if you spend time outdoors in the desert, sooner or later, inevitably, it will--at least being poisoned is something you won't need to worry about. Still, try to remove spines right away, and not just because they hurt. Left in the skin they're more likely to cause local inflammation as your immune system reacts both to the spines themselves and to any bacteria residing on their surface. See similar questions...

Cactus spines didn't evolve to punish clumsy hikers. Their chief function, as one might expect, is to protect cacti from hungry animals. It doesn't always work. Javelina devour entire prickly pear pads, spines and all, and thirsty jackrabbits and cottontails nibble carefully between the areoles. Spines may offer little impediment to cactus-consuming bugs and beetles, though flying insects occasionally blunder into them, impaling themselves helplessly on the tips. See similar questions...

No solvent readily removes cured foam. It is not harmful to skin and will wear off in a few days. The foam can be scraped off using a pumice stone or nail file. See similar questions...

No, cacti have spines (modified leaves) that are dead and do not produce any type of toxins on their surfaces. Although, some cacti, especially prickly-pears and chollas do have microscopic spine surfaces with cells pointing outward and backward (retrorse scabrosity), like a fishhook. These spines can cause physical tissue damage when the spine is removed from the skin, causing pain and inflammation of the area. See similar questions...

No. Epicare will only remove the hair directly from the roots and will not tear/damage or remove a layer of skin unlike waxing, bleaches or depilatory creams. See similar questions...

Once you develop discolored patches on skin called melasma, removing them is a slow process. But they can be removed and you can get your young look again. We have to use bleaches and remove the color. Find out more about which bleach can be used and how to use it to get blemish free skin. See similar questions...

Since no solvent readily removes cured foam, it normally must be removed through mechanical abrasion techniques such as scraping or sanding. Uncured foam can be removed with Handi-Foam clean?, acetone, or nail polish remover. See similar questions...

Chantix is an oral medication prescribed to individuals who are trying to quit smoking. However, recent reports from patient's taking the drug have associated it with depressive side effects including suicidal thoughts, behaviors and psychotic episodes. These can be made worse by poor posture, and many jobs create special problems- for instance, computer operators often get eyestrain and stiff, aching shoulders or neck muscles, and consequently headaches. See similar questions...

Chicken, a healthy meat, it provides a significant amount of protein. A 100-gram portion of roasted chicken breast with skin has 197 calories, 30 grams of protein, 84 milligrams cholesterol and 7.8 grams fat. To eliminate about half the fat, trim away the skin before eating the meat. It makes little difference in the fat content whether the skin is removed before or after cooking, but the meat is more moist and tender when cooked with the skin on. See similar questions...

There may be a clear residue after the Skin is removed, if it has been in place for awhile. This residue can be easily removed with rubbing alcohol or citrus solvents. IMPORTANT: Make sure you read the directions for your solvent remover to be sure it will not harm the original cover. See similar questions...

They should gently soak the affected area with warm water and mild soap, or use a small amount of baby oil to remove any residue. If the rings of adhesive become soiled, they may need to use a medical adhesive removal pad that should be available from a pharmacist. Alcohol or other dissolving liquids (nail polish remover or other solvents) may cause skin irritation and should not be used. See similar questions...

We try to use the catalog number from each item's spine as the default throughout the site. It's just a whole lot easier to conform to that than mention every numbering variation one item may have -- some items actually list the catalog number differently when you compare the spine and inserts. Detail pages will make note of the variations, though, so please include those details when you submit new info. See similar questions...

The white fuzz is a protective coating produced by a tiny insect called Cochineal Scale. Wash the insects off with a strong stream of water. See similar questions...

It's a song from Cowboy Bebop - played whenever a character named "Andy" enters. Just watch the episode, and you'll know why it's funny. See similar questions...

We have a fine desert collection that includes some cacti. However, the University of California Berkeley Botanical Garden has a very large cactus collection. The UCB Botanical Garden is located in Strawberry Canyon on the UC Berkeley campus. See similar questions...

Some of our patients are thrilled with their new look and want plastic surgery to look their very, best. Whether plastic surgery is desirable depends on how old you are (skin is less elastic with age) how much weight you lose (the more weight loss, the more loose skin) and individual differences in elasticity. Loose skin bothers some more than others, but there is nothing shameful about wanting to look your best. See similar questions...

It is possible nowadays by laser. But our advice is, please don't get a tattoo which you will probably want to remove later, because removing it is much more expensive and painful than tattoing. See similar questions...