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Section 8 remains a lifeline for low-income Bay Area families. Will the GOP gut it?
2025-04-30 08:45:03| Spiritual Career Counseling
Section 8, a federal rental subsidy, is one of the few ways low-income families can live in the Bay Area. But while a Republican-led Congress increased its funding for the next several months, experts say its not enough.Also known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program, Section 8 helps more than 2.3 million low-income households in the U.S. remain housed by paying a portion of their rent. Most of those households receive a voucher that caps the amount they spend on rent usually 30% of their income while the federal government covers the rest.In Bay Area cities like San Francisco, only a small minority of eligible households have managed to get Section 8 help. But thanks to steady increases in funding, that share has actually crept up for now.AdvertisementArticle continues below this adThe stopgap budget that passed the Senate earlier this month funds Section 8 through September, even increasing the amount available for voucher renewals by nearly $3.7 billion, a 13% increase from...
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15 Best Women's Shaving Creams for Smooth Skin
2025-04-30 06:45:04| Spiritual Career Counseling
Shaving cream makes the shaving procedure safer, easier, creating a barrier of protection between the skin and the razor and providing deep hydration.Shaving cream lathers when mixed with water and is the best for getting a close shave. Shaving gel is the thinnest, most transparent type that doesnt require water and is best for dry and sensitive skin types.Shaving foam is the most cost-efficient of the three, yet it tends to dry out the skin. When it comes to shaving, razors arent the only tools you need to research and then invest in. Shaving cream is just as important a product, especially considering long-term skin care. A good shaving cream, gel, or foam will not only add a layer of protection between your skin and razor but will also facilitate getting a close shave as well as moisturizing your skin while youre at it. Below, weve listed 15 of the best shaving creams for women on the market, catering to an array of likes and skin types. Youll also find out what sets shaving cr...
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Try This Insider Shaving Trick, and You'll Never Have Razor Burn
2025-04-30 06:45:04| Spiritual Career Counseling
(Image credit: Courtesy)Jump to category:The Best Shaving CreamsWhat to Look for in a Shaving CreamDo I Need to Use a Shaving Cream?How Do I Apply Shaving Cream?Can Shaving Creams Expire?Why Trust Marie ClaireHow We TestedBy Sophia Vilensky, Brooke Knappenberger last updated 19 December 2024 in Buying GuidesRemoving your body hair is by no means necessary. However, if you shave your armpit and leg hair like me, having the right tools is the if-you-know-you-know secret to avoiding razor burn and ingrown hairs. I have one of the best electric razors and a bikini trimmer tucked away in my shower, but the unsung hero for my baby smooth shave is easily the best shaving cream for women.There are options for everyone: drugstore picks and luxury splurges, formulas specifically designed for sensitive skin, and ones that smell so good, you'll be convinced your shower has transformed into a spa. Bonus: your skin will feel silkier than ever."A shaving cream or gel can help create a barrier or laye...
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