Most doll collections are made of hard plastic and vinyl materials. No matter how careful you are in storing your doll collection in a cool and dry area, there are just inevitable color stains that may surface due to weather changes and natural aging. Sometimes when you are also in the hunt of adding an item in your collection, the previous owner may not have properly cared for these dolls at all. Yet, the urge to buy it is there due to its rarity. The only solution to your problem is to just clean it and hopefully recondition it to a more attractive state.
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The list of supplies that you may need for this cleaning job includes Q-tips, cotton, soft white muslin cloth or towel, toothpicks, pure petroleum jelly, vinegar, Remove-Zit stain remover, vinyl polymer silicone cleaner like the one from STP, dish soap, acid-free tissue paper, and toothbrush. These are just a few products that you need to stock on for your regular doll cleaning season. Never use thinners and other strong chemicals.
For dolls with vintage garments, always hand-wash these and lightly place them on a white muslin cloth or soft towel to absorb the water after it has been dripped fry for several minutes. Then let it air dry while gently putting the form of the pleats back so that there will only be light ironing if needed. Markers or stains on the doll can be wiped clean with the dish soap. If you plan to use Remove-Zit, be warned that this is only used for vinyl. Additional info If you are not sure if the doll is made of plastic or vinyl, you may try a test area first. If bubbling is seen, immediately wipe it as this the usual chemical reaction if the material is a plastic. Alternately, use baking soda on a damp cloth to wipe out some stains and even crayon marks.
For the doll's hair and body, you may also use dish a vinyl polymer silicone cleaner if the dish cleaner does not work. Petroleum jelly is also a good alternative specifically for darkening and other sticky stains. Use toothpick to remove dirt from crevices and small gaps especially on the eyes. To dry the doll's hair especially with curls; carefully air dry or blow-dry the hair at a low controlled temperature to prevent discoloration and melting from excessive heat.
Now that it is clean and dry, next is to properly store the doll in non-acidic tissue paper if the storage box is where they will end up. If you opt to keep them in a curio or glass showcase make sure it is away from direct sunlight and moisture. Make sure the cabinet doors and lids are tightly closed and that this is situated in a cool and dry interior space of your home.
Thrush yeast infections are formed due to the formation of big populations of any species of candida in the body. Commonly, it is found in the gastric tract, but it could also appear in any part of the digestive system. It also appears in the genitals and the skin. This infection is known as Candidiasis, candida syndrome, systematic candidiasis, and to the common man, a yeast infection.
Its symptoms vary according to where in the body this actually occurs. Oral thrush would mean having sensitive white lesions in your mouth area, which could bleed with brushing and scraping. Genital thrushes would include excreting white-cheese like lesions and could also be accompanied with itchiness, soreness and burning sensations. It is also possible gain acquirement of this without the symptoms showing through, but usually, in penises, this is identified through the red patch-like sores on its head. Infant thrushes could be recognized with white, milk-like coatings on tongues. Some other symptoms are similar with the oral fungal candida. Thrush yeast infection could be life threatening and fatal in some rare cases. This could apply mostly to people with low defenses like acquired immune deficiency syndrome patients because of their immune system's heightened weakness.
There are various remedies for thrush yeast infections. In ancient times, raw garlic was consumed to get rid of the outbreak of fungal infections in the body. Diluted Tea tree oil is also used against oral candidiasis. Tea tree oil could also be used to eliminate vaginal thrush. Organic coconut oil could also be a wise solution both in internal and external thrushes. It makes the nucleus of the yeast cell blow up and thus eliminating and killing the fungus. Clove oil is also said to be effective in curing thrush because of its natural anti-fungal properties. Plain, unsweetened yogurt is also proven effective because if the good bacteria it releases that restricts the growth of the fungus. Probiotics are also useful since this is the kind of good bacteria that attacks and eliminates candida ablican bacteria. All said cures are organic and safe to use.
When in treatment, you should avoid feeding the fungus by trying to eliminate sugar and yeast infested food like dried fruits, oats, beers and other alcoholic drinks, pastries, sodas and honey in your diet. Try to eat yogurt, canola, olive oil, unprocessed oils, nuts, protein, vegetables and grain alternatives for a change and don't forget to drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water a day. Remember to always have a good hygiene. Take regular showers and use unscented soaps to bathe to keep your regular areas clean. Wear clean underwear and keep your work areas clean. Regular intake of cranberry juice could help with the prevention and try not to have sex for a while to keep the fungus from being passed from one victim to another. If condition of your thrush yeast infection worsens, I advise that you see a doctor.