Performers. I need your advice.

I have a pretty terrible sinus infection and sound very nasal.
Like Fran! I have to do a voice over today, and sound terrible!
Any sure fire tips to bring back my broadcast voice?
I am doing the VO at 2.
Your help is appreciated,
Corine

Updated On: 7/6/06 at 11:38 AM

If you have time, get a eucalyptus or peppermint shower gel (Whole Foods sells Dr. Bronners which is pretty good - otherwise, pick up a bottle of J&J baby wash - "for babies with colds" in the baby aisle at your nearest drugstore). Take a long hot shower using this instead of your regular soap, and it will probably help clear out some of the congestion.

Drink LOTS (and LOTS!) of room temperature water throughout the day. Speak as little as possible unless/until you have to.

A lot the borad members here swear by Throat Coat as well, which will probably help with your voice. I'm not sure where to find it, though. Anyone? Bueller?

Also try a Neti pot. There is one available at drugstores called "SinuCleanse" (I think that's the name.).

The idea of it is unsettling, but it seems to really work well in cleaning out nasal passages.

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To clean out your sinuses you can also put hot water in a pot/bowl and put your face just above the water and put a towel over your head to keep the hot air in. Take deep breaths and relax.

In the shower, you can also squeeze the top of your nose and squeeze down. It feels good, and loosens up your nose.

I wish I could help more, break a leg!

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Updated On: 7/6/06 at 12:08 PM