December Sahuarita Times

VOL. 39 • NO. 10 DECEMBER 2023 • SERVING ALL OF SAHUARITA & SOUTHERN ARIZONA

FINANCIAL FOCUS PG 6 RANCHO SAHUARITA CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AT PG 7 NOVEMBER SPECIAL EVENTS ARBY’S IN RANCHO SAHUARITA GIVES BACK PG 10 THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

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4 WAGS & WHISKERS: WINTER WONDERS ..........5 HOT MOVIES COMING YOUR WAY ....................

RANCHO SAHUARITA CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AT NOVEMBER SPECIAL EVENTS ............................................

7 HIKE ARIZONA & NIGHT SKY ............................9 WHAT’S COOKING IN THE KITCHEN? ...........11 HEALTH AND BEAUTY .................................12 CLASSIFIEDS ..............................................13 PUZZLES & GAMES .....................................15

Rancho Sahuarita Events RESIDENT EVENTS: Letters to Santa Program Friday, November 24th - Monday, December 11th

Family Friday Recess: Family Night Workouts Friday, December 15th | 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Healthy Living Series: Nutrition Workshops Saturday, December 16th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Coffee Social Friday, December 1st, 15th & 29th | 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

Restorative Workshop Saturday, December 16th | 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Polar Express and Visit with Santa for Families of Children with Special Needs Pet Pictures with Santa Saturday, December 2nd | 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 16th | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Children’s Holiday Express Saturday, December 2nd | 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

You Talk, We Listen (YTWL) Tuesday, December 19th | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

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Food Truck Roundup Tuesday, December 5th | 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Women & Wine Wednesday, December 20th | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

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Characters and Cookies Friday, December 8th | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Movin’ & Groovin’ Thursday, December 21st | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

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Brunch with Santa and Toy Drive Rock Art Sunday, December 10th | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 27th | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Monday Night Football Monday, December 11th *Begins 30-minutes prior to Kick-Off

Toddler Techniques Thursday, December 28th | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

COMMUNITY EVENTS:

Bingo Madness Tuesday, December 12th & 26th | 6:00 - 8:00 Neighbor-to-Neighbor Drop Off Collection p.m.

Event Saturday, December 9th | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Saguaro Club: Wrap and Wrum Holiday Party American Red Cross Blood Drive Wednesday, December 13th | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 9th | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Storytime for Tots Thursday, December 14th | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Rancho Sahuarita Holiday Spectacular Saturday, December 9th | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

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RELEASE DATE DECEMBER 1, 2023 DIRECTED BY: TAKASHI YAMAZAKI

RELEASE DATE : DECEMBER 15, 2023 DIRECTED BY: PAUL KING

RELEASE DATE: DECEMBER 22, 2023 DIRECTED BY: JAMES WAN

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Embark on an origin tale delving into the vibrant and mythical early years of an imaginative young inventor. Witness the journey before he transforms into the acclaimed, scrumdiddlyumptious Mozart of chocolate, as his story unfolds with creativity and sweetness.

Having previously failed in his attempt to defeat Aquaman, Black Manta remains relentlessly determined to avenge his father's death. This time, he emerges even more formidable, wielding the formidable Black Trident, a mythical weapon unleashing an ancient and malevolent force.

Faced with this new threat, Aquaman seeks an unconventional solution by turning to his incarcerated brother Orm, the former King of Atlantis. In a surprising alliance, the estranged siblings must set aside their differences to safeguard their kingdom and prevent irreversible destruction that threatens not only Aquaman's family but the entire world.

In director Takashi Yamazaki's fresh interpretation of Godzilla, he takes viewers on a cinematic journey set in postwar Tokyo. Against the backdrop of a city reduced to rubble by fire bombings and defenseless in the aftermath, chaos ensues with the arrival of a colossal, rampaging monster. As the narrative unfolds, the dire situation escalates from bad to a perilous 'minus one,' weaving a compelling tale of destruction and survival

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Wags & Whiskers: Winter Wonders

URING these cold winter months sometimes our furry family members can suffer from dry itchy skin and that’s never an easy thing to fix without good information and a helping hand. We can help from anything to a vet prescribed shampoo bath every week, to a monthly medicated shampoo and deep conditioner, or even an oatmeal deep conditioning bath. Haircuts are always very important because depending on the hair type your pets might need longer hair to help with cold weather, or if you have a double coated dog, you’ll want to stay on top of removing the undercoat that’s dead and ready to come out so that our in home heaters don’t over heat them. If you need any help figuring out what would be best for your family members feel free to stop by and chat with us (520)405-0077, or stop by 15990 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd., Sahuarita, AZ, 85629 suite 150, we’d love to help! Mention this article to receive free $10 teeth-

brushing! Remember to google what holiday treats are dangerous for dogs before giving them anything. Have a great winter and happy holidays to all!

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Financial FOCUS

Time: A key element of investing

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HO knows where the time goes?

We’ve reached the end of another year, so it’s appropriate to reflect on the nature of time and how it affects us.

And time certainly is a key element in the pursuit of your financial goals.

risk, including interest rate risk, credit risk and market risk. You will experience some bumps along the way — keep in mind that the value of investments will fluctuate and the loss of some or all principal is possible — but you likely have time to overcome the “down” periods. On the other hand, when you are As an investor, time can be your greatest ally. If saving for a short-term goal, such as a vacation you hold some investments for the long term, or a new car or a wedding, you’ll you could achieve an impressive cumulative want a set amount of money growth in value. Furthermore, if you keep available precisely when you need adding shares to these investments, possibly it. In this case, you may need to through a dividend reinvestment plan, you sacrifice some growth potential for could attain “growth on growth” through the investments whose principal value power of compounding. Of course, when you won’t fluctuate, such as certificates own equity investments, you will experience of deposit (CDs) and bonds. market fluctuations, but in general, the longer you hold these investments, the more you can Keep in mind, though, that when reduce the effects of market volatility. you’re investing for long- and short-term goals, it doesn’t have But you also need to consider aspects of time to be just one strategy or the other. in these contexts: You can save for retirement with • Checking progress on achieving goals – primarily growth vehicles but still When you establish a goal, such as saving for have room in your portfolio for a child’s education or your own retirement, shorter-term instruments. And you know the end date of when you’ll need even when you’re specifically the money, but it’s also important to mark investing for some short-term goal, your progress along the way. So, each year, see you can’t forget about your need to how far along you are in meeting your goal. If save and invest for retirement. you’re falling behind, you may need to adjust your investment mix.

And here’s one final point about the relationship between time • Choosing an appropriate strategy – The and investing: Your risk tolerance time needed to achieve a goal should drive can, and probably will, change your investment strategy for that goal. For over the years. As you near example, when you are saving for a retirement retirement, you may feel the need that won’t happen for three or four decades, to adjust your portfolio toward you will need to invest for growth by placing a a more conservative approach. reasonable percentage of equities and equity- That’s because you may want based investments in your portfolio, based to consolidate any gains you on your comfort with the various types of might have achieved while also

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recognizing that you simply have less time to bounce back from down markets. Still, even in retirement, you’ll need some growth potential in your portfolio to help you stay ahead of inflation.

When you invest, one of your biggest considerations is time — so use it wisely.

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Rancho Sahuarita Celebrates the Spirit of Community at November Special Events

N Saturday, November 18th, residents of Rancho Sahuarita came together to celebrate the founding of Rancho Sahuarita at the community’s 4th annual Founders Day event.

At the Coffee Social, over 50 prizes were given away; from coffee cups to a Keurig. In the afternoon, the team also gave out small “Thanks a Latte” packets to residents at Club Rancho Sahuarita, which included a biscotti and latte mix. Another giveaway included a Despite some rainy weather, close to a few Rancho Sahuarita water bottle, each with a slip hundred residents still turned out to enjoy of paper; some denoted the chance to win a various types of family-friendly entertainment special prize. The prizes included everything and activities, including a performance by a from candy bars and gift cards, to a sound bar, live band, inflatables, a balloon artist, a face a Keurig, a brand-new TV and more. In total, painter and more. Those in attendance were over 50 prizes were given to celebrate residents also able to enjoy complimentary popcorn, of the community. cotton candy, hot dogs and a fun giveaway.

Finally, a very special visit from the official Leading up to the event, the team at Rancho Oscar Mayer Wienermobile took place at Club Sahuarita also hosted Resident Appreciation Rancho Sahuarita in the evening. As part of Day, on Friday, November 17th. The day the visit, over 300 hot dogs and accompanying began with various prizes from a prize wheel chips and water were given to residents. In at the resident Coffee Social and ended with addition, the team at Oscar Mayer had special a visit by the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. giveaways and residents had the opportunity

to tour the vehicle. Over 400 people stopped by to see the famous vehicle and take part in its festivities.

Michelle Moreno, Community Director for Rancho Sahuarita and Rancho Resort, shared that between this Resident Appreciation Day and Founders Day: “I saw residents I had not seen in a while and had the pleasure of meeting many new residents of our community. That is why events such as this are so enjoyable and rewarding for our team; it is another opportunity for us to meet, visit with and show our gratitude for all those who call our community home. And we sincerely hope that residents find them to be just as rewarding.”

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PIMA CANYON TRAIL

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Distance: 10.4 miles | Elevation gain: 666 feet Route: Out and Back | Hike Type: Hard Pima Canyon Trail is a 10.4 mile heavily trafficked out and back hike.

Located at the Northwest side of Tucson on the edge of the front range of the Santa Catalina Mountains lies the Iris O. Dewhirst trail- also commonly known as the Pima Canyon Trail #62. This well-traveled and well-known trail is popular among trail runners, hikers, and day trippers.

Though the stream in Pima Canyon is dry for most of the year, it supports an excellent example of a desert riparian habitat conveniently close to the Tucson metropolitan area. From the trailhead, located among suburban ranchos, the trail ascends a V-shaped notch carved along the south face of Pusch Ridge.

Views down the canyon get better as you climb, encompassing the city of Tucson and distant mountains and valleys. The riparian

area on the canyon floor provides excellent birdwatching for a wide variety of resident and migratory species that use this most productive of all desert habitat types.

There are some desert creatures you may encounter in this area including javelina and jackrabbits. Still, the real viewing prize of Pima Canyon and the entire Pusch Ridge area is the desert bighorn sheep that maintain a surefooted existence here among rocky crags and rugged canyons. Beyond Pima Spring, the trail becomes steeper and harder to follow as it continues to climb to the upper slopes of Mt. Kimball. Here, you can catch incredible views of Window Rock and Cathedral Rock. The trail ends at its junction with the Finger Rock Trail #42.

Directions from Tucson: Drive north from Tucson on the Oracle Road (US 89). Turn east on Magee Road and drive to the parking area and trailhead at the road's end.

DEC EMBE R 2023 • December 4 - Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation. The planet Mercury reaches greatest eastern elongation of 21.3 degrees from the Sun. This is the best time to view Mercury since it will be at its highest point above the horizon in the evening sky. Look for the planet low in the western sky just after sunset.

• December 12 - New Moon. The Moon will be located on the same side of the Earth as the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. This phase occurs at 23:33 UTC. This is the best time of the month to observe faint objects such as galaxies and star clusters because there is no moonlight to interfere.

• December 13, 14 - Geminids Meteor Shower. The Geminids is the king of the meteor showers. It is considered by many to be the best shower in the heavens, producing up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour at its peak. It is produced by debris left behind by an asteroid known as 3200 Phaethon, which was discovered in 1982. The shower runs annually from December 7-17. It peaks this year on the night of the 13th and morning of the 14th. This should be a great year for the Geminids. The nearly new moon means dark skies for what should be an excellent show. Best viewing will be from a dark location after midnight. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Gemini, but can appear anywhere in the sky.

• December 21, 22 - Ursids Meteor Shower. The Ursids is a minor meteor shower producing about 5-10 meteors per

hour. It is produced by dust grains left behind by comet Tuttle, which was first discovered in 1790. The shower runs annually from December 17-25. It peaks this year on the night of the 21st and morning of the 22nd. The waxing gibbous moon will block out most of the faintest meteors this year. But if you are patient, you should still be able to catch a few good ones. Best viewing will be just after midnight from a dark location far away from city lights. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Ursa Minor, but can appear anywhere in the sky.

• December 22 - December Solstice. The December solstice occurs at 03:21 UTC. The South Pole of the earth will be tilted toward the Sun, which will have reached its southernmost position in the sky and will be directly over the Tropic of Capricorn at 23.44 degrees south latitude. This is the first day of winter (winter solstice) in the Northern Hemisphere and the first day of summer (summer solstice) in the Southern Hemisphere.

• December 27 - Full Moon. The Moon will be located on the opposite side of the Earth as the Sun and its face will be fully illuminated. This phase occurs at 00:34 UTC. This full moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Cold Moon because this is the time of year when the cold winter air settles in and the nights become long and dark.

This moon has also been known as the Long Nights Moon and the Moon Before Yule.

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Arby’s in Rancho Sahuarita Raising Money to Benefit the Sahuarita Food Bank and Community Resource Center (SFB-CRC)

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PART OF A REGIONAL EFFORT TO HELP THOSE IN NEED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

OR the third consecutive year, the Arby’s location within Rancho Sahuarita is raising money to benefit the Sahuarita Food Bank and Community Resource Center (SFB-CRC), as part of a larger effort by regional Tucson stores to help those in need this holiday season.

Jami Salyers, Vice President of Operations for Irish, Beef LLC, shares that the 7-week long fundraiser, which will last until December 17th, gives customers the opportunity to give back each time they make a purchase at the restaurant. Customers can make a donation, either by rounding up their total or by making a monetary donation on top of their meal purchase. All of the money raised will benefit the Sahuarita Food Bank, meaning that the dollars raised will go a long way in making a

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About Irish Beef Irish Beef is a restaurant company focused Salyers also shares that while the restaurants on operating Arby’s restaurants in Tucson, in Rancho Sahuarita and Vail are each raising Arizona. This locally based franchisee and money for their respective local food banks, management team is dedicated to delivering other restaurants in the market are also excellent operations, profitable growth, and making a difference by collecting donations building strong community engagement. to purchase toys for Toys for Tots. Last year these combined initiatives raised over $38,000 Irish Beef currently owns and operates 12 Arby’s thanks to the generosity of each guest that restaurants in Tucson, Ariz., and is committed to contributed. re-imaging and building additional restaurants in the market. The company is dedicated to a These fundraisers during the holidays are not culture of fostering growth and development the only charity initiative by Arby’s during the for all team members involved with running year. As part of “Arby’s Cares,” the community a successful business. It’s unique SHARE outreach initiative which “strives to make program (Show How and Reward Excellence) Tucson a better place to live, work and play,” has proven to generate exceptional talent at all the company raises money to help the efforts of levels of the business. For more information visit various charities and non-profit organizations. irishbeefrestaurants.com. difference for families locally.

What’s Cooking in the Aperol Spritz Kitchen?

curry paste. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in vegetable stock and coconut milk.

Let simmer 6 to 8 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add noodles. Cook according to package directions for al dente. As soon as the noodles are al dente, drain and rinse under cold running water.

Divide noodles evenly among 4 serving bowls.

• Season broth with salt. Turn off heat and stir in chard. To serve, ladle broth mixture over the noodles. Top with scallions and cilantro; drizzle with garlic oil. Serve with lime wedges.

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GINGER AND TURMERIC NOODLE

INGREDIENTS: Ginger and Turmeric Curry Paste • 4 medium garlic cloves, roughly chopped • 5 medium shallots, roughly sliced • 1 (3-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and roughly sliced (about 1 1/4 ounces) • 3 serrano chiles, stems removed, roughly sliced • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice • 2 teaspoons ground cumin • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric • 1 teaspoon ground coriander • 1/4 cup good-quality coconut oil Garlic Oil • 1/4 cup olive oil • 1 large garlic clove, very thinly sliced Soup • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 4 cups vegetable stock (such as Swanson) • 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk • 10 ounces uncooked udon noodles • 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt, plus more for boiling noodles • 1 (5-ounce) bunch Swiss chard, stems removed, roughly chopped • 2 scallions, finely chopped • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves • 1 lime, quartered, for serving

Ingredients Homemade Apple Cider • 8-10 apples of your choice • 1/2 orange • 1/2 cup brown sugar • 6 allspice berries • 8 cloves • 1 pod star anise • 1 cinnamon stick • 1 pod nutmeg • 6 cardamom pods • 8-10 cups water (1 cup for every apple used) Apple Cider Spritz • 1 1/2 ounces apple cider (homemade or store-bought) • 1 ounce Aperol • 3 ounces Prosecco • 1 1/2 ounces soda water • 1-3 apple slices (for garnish) • 1 pod star anise (for garnish)Advertisement Directions Make apple cider (if using homemade) • Wash, de-core, and quarter your apples and add them to a large pot or dutch oven along with the quartered orange. Add brown sugar, all spice, cloves, star anise, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, cardamom pods, and water. Stir until combined, about 30 seconds.

• Simmer dutch oven on low heat for four hours. Using a wooden spoon, crush down apples until texture resembles applesauce.

• Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve. Strain, again, through cheesecloth over the fine-mesh sieve.

Make Apple Cider Aperol Spritz • Add apple cider to a wine glass along with Aperol. Add 3 to 4 ounces of Prosecco and ice.

• Top with about an ounce of soda water. Garnish with star anise and apple slice.

Directions Make the ginger and turmeric curry paste • Combine garlic, shallots, ginger, chiles, lime juice, cumin, turmeric, and coriander in a blender or food processor, and pulse until ingredients are finely chopped. Add coconut oil and pulse until ingredients form a smooth paste. (Keep any unused paste in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 7 days, or freeze in an airtight container.)

Make the garlic oil • Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-high. Add the garlic slices and cook until sizzling, 30 to 40 seconds. As soon as you see any sign of browning, remove from heat immediately, as the garlic will continue to cook and turn completely golden in the hot oil.

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Trico Electric Cooperative Members to receive record $5.4 million in Membership Equity

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EMBER economic participation is vital to a cooperative. Trico Electric Cooperative is excited to announce that for the 14th straight year, the Board of Directors has approved the retirement of Membership Equity – formerly Capital Credits – in the amount of $5.4 million. That’s money that stays here in our local communities.

prepared for emergencies, like storm damage – but they also want to give Members their share of the margins.

That’s the basis of a cooperative; it’s owned by the people who use its service or buy its product, so they share in the “margins” – the co-op equivalent of “profits.”

You may be wondering why we changed the name of this Member benefit program. We feel Membership Equity better describes how our Members share in the financial success of our cooperative. these amounts are allocated to Members’ ME accounts. These credits accrue in the Membership Equity is your share of Trico. Members’ accounts until the Board approves Trico is not-for-profit – which means we need what is called a “retirement.” That’s when to raise money to operate, but we don’t seek Members who bought electricity from Trico to make extra revenue to satisfy shareholders. during a certain year will receive a distribution When there’s money left after all the co-op’s based on the credit applied to the Member’s bills are paid, it’s returned to Members. account, the amount retired by the Board, and the amount of power the Member used. This In general, here’s how Membership Equity distribution may be in the form of a bill credit (ME) works: or a check.

Members will see their Membership Equity Retirement on their December bill. Active accounts will see a Membership Equity Retirement posted as a credit on their bill. If you would prefer to receive your Membership Equity as a check, contact us at memberservices@trico.coop or 520-744-2944.

To receive a check, your refund must be over $10 for both active and inactive accounts. If a Member moves or no longer has service, Trico must have their current address to send ME notices and retirements in the future.

Thank you for being a valued Member of Trico Electric Cooperative. Membership Equity is one of the many benefits of being a Member of a cooperative, and it represents your share of the co-op’s profits. Visit our website www.trico.

When Trico’s revenues exceed its cost of Co-ops perform a balancing act – they have coop for more information on Membership operations, a profit (margin) is created, and to retain enough money to operate and be Equity.

Benefits

to minimize skin damage due to exposure to moisturized. Use once or twice a week for best pollution. results.

COMBATS AGING Face masks help improve your skin elasticity OF A WINTER FACE MASK and reduce the signs of aging. It gives your skin a dose of antioxidants that help it to combat BRIGHTENS THE SKIN visible signs of aging. The restorative properties Face masks help achieve a clear and glowing of this homemade face pack will help reinstate complexion. It helps reduce dark spots and your natural complexion. hyperpigmentation, leaving behind a smooth and glowing complexion. Face masks further CUCUMBER, HONEY, & OATMEAL MASK boost collagen production to improve the tone A boon for those with dry skin, this recipe and texture of the skin. Use it twice a week to get has both astringent and exfoliating properties. rid of all your skin-related concerns.

Plus, the honey will leave your skin thoroughly PROMOTES HEALTHY SKIN Face packs nourish and revive your skin. They help soothe and calm your skin while reducing pores on your face. It also reduces acne marks and scars, leaving behind an envy-worthy complexion. Natural face masks also penetrate deep into the cells to detoxify your skin, improving the overall tone and texture of your skin.

NOURISHES YOUR SKIN Facial masks draw out impurities and leave your skin nourished. It keeps the skin hydrated, soft, nourished and radiant. Face masks have a clarifying effect and remove blackheads and whiteheads. You need this skincare product

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Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Cucumber Juice 1 Teaspoon Honey 1 Tablespoon Oats How To Use: Mix honey and cucumber juice well.

Add oatmeal to this mixture and blend well.

Apply the concoction on your face and gently massage in circular motions.

Leave it on for 10-15 minutes and wash it off with cold water.

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