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Submitted by Olivelemon
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[Humor] *furiously applies sunscreen*
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[Miscellaneous] On stanky armpits and why hydroxy acids are the best “natural” deodorant
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Let me preface this post by saying that while there are plenty of studies investigating the causes of underarm malodour, a lot remains unknown on this topic, so I will focus on the known bacteria and the compounds they produce that contribute to that stanky stank-stank in our underarms. Needless to say, this is not meant as an extensive resource on underarm malodour but rather as persuasive argument for using hydroxy acids as a deodorant (as per the title). Types of sweat glands: Human beings have two kinds of sweat glands: Apocrine and eccrine. They differ in their function, distribution, composition and secretion. Eccrine glands: (1) regulate our body temperature through perspiration; (2) are distributed throughout the body with the highest number on our underarms, palms of our hands and soles of our feet; (3) pass through the epidermis and empty their contents (i.e. sweat) to the surface through pores; (4) secrete sweat that is composed of water, sodium chloride, fatty acids, lactic acid, citric acid, ascorbic acid, urea, and uric acid. Apocrine glands, on the other hand: (1) have no consensus on their function; (2) are located in regions with long and intermediate hairs (i.e. scalp, underarms, areola and nipples, ear canal, perianal region and some parts of the external genitalia); (3) empty their contents into hair follicles; (4) secrete sweat that is composed of water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and steroids. Why sweat reeks: It is the sweat secreted by apocrine glands that have the potential to become malodorous. The initial sweat secretion, however, does not smell bad. It starts stinking because there are specific bacteria strains (i.e. Staphylococcus and Corynebacterium) abundant in this region due to its warm and moist (read: moooooiiiiiisssttttt) environment that metabolize the constituents of sweat (i.e. proteins and lipids) into odour molecules such as acetic acid, volatile fatty acids, sulfanyls, and thioalcohols. Traditional deodorants: The way traditional deodorants work is by inhibiting bacterial growth through the use of alcohols and salts, so that these cannot metabolize the sweat, as well as masking the scent of the odour molecules with fragrance. Antiperspirants also prevent sweating with aluminium compounds that react with the sweat to form precipitate salt, which enters into the pore opening of eccrine glands to form a plug, so that the sweat cannot reach the skin surface. In the last decade, traditional deodorants and antiperspirants have been subjected to a lot of public scrutiny due, in large part, to an email (https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/breast-defense/) circulating around in 1999 that claimed that the aluminium-based compounds in antiperspirants lead to breast cancer. The email claimed that these compounds are deposited into the lymph nodes under the arm through razor nicks when shaving, and that this causes toxins to accumulate in the upper outer quadrant of the breast tissue closest to the lymph node (which is where most breast cancers develop) because it cannot get rid of the sweat, which leads to cells mutating into cancer. However, the American Cancer Society states: “Some researchers have suggested that the aluminium compounds in antiperspirants may be absorbed into the skin and cause changes in cause changes in estrogen receptors of breast cells. Because estrogen can promote the growth of both cancer and non-cancer breast cells, some scientists have suggested that using the aluminum-based compounds in antiperspirants may be a risk factor for the development of breast cancer. But it isn’t clear that much aluminum is absorbed through the skin. One study that looked at the absorption of aluminum from antiperspirants containing aluminum chlorohydrate applied to the underarms found that only a tiny fraction (0.012%) was absorbed. The actual amount of aluminum absorbed would be much less than what would be expected to be absorbed from the foods a person eats during the same time. It also doesn’t seem that breast cancer tissue contains more aluminum than normal breast tissue. A study that looked at women with breast cancer found no real difference in the concentration of aluminum between the cancer and the surrounding normal tissue. At this point, no clear link has been made between antiperspirants containing aluminum and breast cancer.” (https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancer-causes/antiperspirants-and-breast-cancer-risk.html). “Natural” deodorants: It is this breast cancer scare that has many people turn to “natural” (read: aluminium-free) deodorants. I regularly see posts on this subreddit discussing natural deodorants, with many expressing disappointment with the ones they have used thus far because they fail to keep the stank away. There is even a popular recipe going around online that contains baking soda, cornstarch and coconut oil that some people have had success with. Baking soda is effective at neutralizing the malodorous acids but at a cost. Our skin maintains an optimum pH-level of 4.5-6.5. Baking soda has a pH-value of 9.0. Applying baking soda to your underarms disrupts the acid mantle, which introduces a host of new problems. I present to you the best “natural” solution... hydroxy acids!: Also known as AHAs and BHAs, these hydroxy acids apparently create an inhospitable environment for pathogens (read: Staphylococcus and Corynebacterium). They transverse their lipid bilayer and dissociate within the cytoplasm, thereby lowering the cytoplasmic pH and killing the bacteria (https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/nursing-and-health-professions/hydroxyacid), or so is speculated... Now, I have not been able to find any studies that specifically investigate these pathways, but I do wonder if this could be the reason why AHAs and BHAs work so well as deodorants. I, myself, have experimented with the Stridex Maximum Pads (wasteful packaging, I know), Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 and most recently, the Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution, all of which have worked equally well on me, and have lasted much longer on me than regular deodorants. I can easily skip a day of deodorant without smelling rancid. Another upside to using an AHA or BHA as deodorant, is that it removes and prevents ingrown hairs! I also use this on my girly bits and it similarly removes and prevents malodour and ingrown hairs.So anyway, this is my plea for everyone to start using AHAs/BHAs on the underarms in lieu of their regular deodorant!*Obviously, this does not apply to individuals who get prescription-strength antiperspirants from their doctors to treat their hyperhidrosis. TL;DR: Use an AHA or BHA for your underarms instead or regular or “natural” deodorant.
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Submitted by magnusardottir
Let me preface this post by saying that while there are plenty of studies investigating the causes of underarm malodour, a lot remains unknown on this topic, so I will focus on the known bacteria and the compounds they produce that contribute to that stanky stank-stank in our underarms. Needless to say, this is not meant as an extensive resource on underarm malodour but rather as persuasive argument for using hydroxy acids as a deodorant (as per the title). Types of sweat glands: Human beings have two kinds of sweat glands: Apocrine and eccrine. They differ in their function, distribution, composition and secretion. Eccrine glands: (1) regulate our body temperature through perspiration; (2) are distributed throughout the body with the highest number on our underarms, palms of our hands and soles of our feet; (3) pass through the epidermis and empty their contents (i.e. sweat) to the surface through pores; (4) secrete sweat that is composed of water, sodium chloride, fatty acids, lactic acid, citric acid, ascorbic acid, urea, and uric acid. Apocrine glands, on the other hand: (1) have no consensus on their function; (2) are located in regions with long and intermediate hairs (i.e. scalp, underarms, areola and nipples, ear canal, perianal region and some parts of the external genitalia); (3) empty their contents into hair follicles; (4) secrete sweat that is composed of water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and steroids. Why sweat reeks: It is the sweat secreted by apocrine glands that have the potential to become malodorous. The initial sweat secretion, however, does not smell bad. It starts stinking because there are specific bacteria strains (i.e. Staphylococcus and Corynebacterium) abundant in this region due to its warm and moist (read: moooooiiiiiisssttttt) environment that metabolize the constituents of sweat (i.e. proteins and lipids) into odour molecules such as acetic acid, volatile fatty acids, sulfanyls, and thioalcohols. Traditional deodorants: The way traditional deodorants work is by inhibiting bacterial growth through the use of alcohols and salts, so that these cannot metabolize the sweat, as well as masking the scent of the odour molecules with fragrance. Antiperspirants also prevent sweating with aluminium compounds that react with the sweat to form precipitate salt, which enters into the pore opening of eccrine glands to form a plug, so that the sweat cannot reach the skin surface. In the last decade, traditional deodorants and antiperspirants have been subjected to a lot of public scrutiny due, in large part, to an email (https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/breast-defense/) circulating around in 1999 that claimed that the aluminium-based compounds in antiperspirants lead to breast cancer. The email claimed that these compounds are deposited into the lymph nodes under the arm through razor nicks when shaving, and that this causes toxins to accumulate in the upper outer quadrant of the breast tissue closest to the lymph node (which is where most breast cancers develop) because it cannot get rid of the sweat, which leads to cells mutating into cancer. However, the American Cancer Society states: “Some researchers have suggested that the aluminium compounds in antiperspirants may be absorbed into the skin and cause changes in cause changes in estrogen receptors of breast cells. Because estrogen can promote the growth of both cancer and non-cancer breast cells, some scientists have suggested that using the aluminum-based compounds in antiperspirants may be a risk factor for the development of breast cancer. But it isn’t clear that much aluminum is absorbed through the skin. One study that looked at the absorption of aluminum from antiperspirants containing aluminum chlorohydrate applied to the underarms found that only a tiny fraction (0.012%) was absorbed. The actual amount of aluminum absorbed would be much less than what would be expected to be absorbed from the foods a person eats during the same time. It also doesn’t seem that breast cancer tissue contains more aluminum than normal breast tissue. A study that looked at women with breast cancer found no real difference in the concentration of aluminum between the cancer and the surrounding normal tissue. At this point, no clear link has been made between antiperspirants containing aluminum and breast cancer.” (https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancer-causes/antiperspirants-and-breast-cancer-risk.html). “Natural” deodorants: It is this breast cancer scare that has many people turn to “natural” (read: aluminium-free) deodorants. I regularly see posts on this subreddit discussing natural deodorants, with many expressing disappointment with the ones they have used thus far because they fail to keep the stank away. There is even a popular recipe going around online that contains baking soda, cornstarch and coconut oil that some people have had success with. Baking soda is effective at neutralizing the malodorous acids but at a cost. Our skin maintains an optimum pH-level of 4.5-6.5. Baking soda has a pH-value of 9.0. Applying baking soda to your underarms disrupts the acid mantle, which introduces a host of new problems. I present to you the best “natural” solution... hydroxy acids!: Also known as AHAs and BHAs, these hydroxy acids apparently create an inhospitable environment for pathogens (read: Staphylococcus and Corynebacterium). They transverse their lipid bilayer and dissociate within the cytoplasm, thereby lowering the cytoplasmic pH and killing the bacteria (https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/nursing-and-health-professions/hydroxyacid), or so is speculated... Now, I have not been able to find any studies that specifically investigate these pathways, but I do wonder if this could be the reason why AHAs and BHAs work so well as deodorants. I, myself, have experimented with the Stridex Maximum Pads (wasteful packaging, I know), Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 and most recently, the Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution, all of which have worked equally well on me, and have lasted much longer on me than regular deodorants. I can easily skip a day of deodorant without smelling rancid. Another upside to using an AHA or BHA as deodorant, is that it removes and prevents ingrown hairs! I also use this on my girly bits and it similarly removes and prevents malodour and ingrown hairs.So anyway, this is my plea for everyone to start using AHAs/BHAs on the underarms in lieu of their regular deodorant!*Obviously, this does not apply to individuals who get prescription-strength antiperspirants from their doctors to treat their hyperhidrosis. TL;DR: Use an AHA or BHA for your underarms instead or regular or “natural” deodorant.
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Submitted by magnusardottir
[B&a] Top left before microneedling, top right after 1 session, bottom left after 2nd session, bottom right after 3rd session. Might all just merely be lightings
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NEW OR NEED HELP? Ask here! - ScA Daily Help Thread May 01, 2020
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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[misc] care package received thank you!!
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Submitted by petitpiano
[PSA] Coronavirus / COVID-19 megathread
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Click here for the care package 'Thank you!' thread!!That thread is a place for healthcare workers to thank those who sent them a care package - be sure to check it out!Thank you to u/PrincessRosella for putting the care package project together :) Click here for a masterlist of skincare related tipsHas recommendations from around the sub and official sources on:acne due to mask wearingirritation/pressure/friction injuries due to mask wearingdry/irritated skin due to maskshand washing woes Given the growing COVID-19 concerns, we'd like to have a thread where we can chat, share updates, and give advice (how the heck are you guys keeping your hands moisturized with all the hand washing?!)What this thread is for:sharing tipscommiseratingan outlet for extra free time if you're stuck at homegeneral chatting about COVID-19We'd like everyone to feel comfortable in this thread, so while talking about your worries is absolutely fine, please stay away from hyperbolic speculation and doomposting.We'll also be adding relevant resources to the post itself: skincare related tips, mental health resources, etc. If you have anything to add to those lists, please let us know!Edit: Comments are now sorted by 'new', so the newest comments will show up at the top. You can change that using the 'sort by' dropdown under the post. Other COVID-19 related threads are still allowed on the sub - so if a new store is closing, feel free to make a separate post! But any duplicates will be redirected here. Same goes for general tips, like a PSA for not using in-store testers. That way we can keep a running list without overwhelming the sub :)This thread will be periodically stickied to the top of the sub, but may be bumped off briefly to make room for other scheduled threads (like the Holy Grail threads).For all things related to COVID-19, check out r/Coronavirus. Skincare tipsDon't use in-store testers[Misc] COVID-19 and Product TestersAvoid touching your face:[PSA] More on not touching your face - a how-to from the UK Gov's behavioral insights teamTips for frequent hand washing:product recommendations in the stickied comment on this very thread![review] hand care for constant hand washing[PSA] for those frequently washing hands because of Covid-19: I've been using these two humectants to keep my hands from drying out instead of regular moisturizer.[Skin Concern] Help please! My husband is a cleaner at a dementia care home and working overtime because of Covid-19. His hands are bleeding, cracking and dry as stone. Is there anything that can be done for him please?Problems in food handlers and the catering industry (DermNet NZ) - an article that's relevant whether or not you're in the food industryProblems with DIY hand sanitizers:[PSA] Labmuffin explains how many DIY hand sanitizer formulas are ineffective to the Covid-19 due to alcohol ratio.Info on packages received by mail:What is your risk of contracting COVID-19 from a package? Apparently low. More info inside. (from r/indiemakeupandmore)Acne due to mask wearing:[skin concerns] I need help! I'm a nurse in Detroit, MI and all this PPE is WRECKING my skin. I think it's the humidity from my breath being trapped in a mask all day but my chin looks like I'm 15 again.Prolonged mask washing leading to pressure injuries & irritation:[Skin Concerns] Protecting facial skin from mask irritation/injuries - guidelines from NPIAPthis comment from a wound care nurse; be careful of unsafe advice that would break the seal! Mental health resources: generalA lot of us are feeling anxious right now, so I'd like to share communities, wholesome content, and resources to help us feel a little better. If you have something to add, please comment!/r/COVID19_supportan initiative entirely run by volunteers to provide mental health support during the current coronavirus outbreakWhat you can and can't controlfrom this postDoggie Corgia youtube channel full of beautiful looped animations of dogs being good dogs, set to very chill musicMental health wikilots of resources ranging from happy wholesome subreddits to emergency support[misc]A few days ago I mentioned being a nurse in Seattle & how much all the PPE bothers my skin. I got a PM asking if I wouldn’t mind being sent “a few little skincare items”... And now I’m crying over the kindness of strangers & feeling ready to face a 12hr shift. You guys support keeps us goingcertified wholesome! Mental health resources: healthcare workersFor The FrontlinesFast and free counseling for healthcare workers.Text FRONTLINE for support to dealing with anxiety, stress, fear, isolation, or other difficult emotions you are experiencing during coronavirus.USA text 741741UK text 85258Canada text 741741Ireland text 086 1800 280Free Course: ANA's COVID-19 Self-Care Package for NursesANA has created a self-care package of free courses to thank the entire nursing community supporting the COVID-19 response. As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact nurses across the globe, ANA wants to share resources to support you, your safety and the important work you do.This self-care package includes the following courses:Nursing Ethics: Strategies to Resolve the Top Ethical Dilemmas Nurses FaceMoral ResilienceDealing with Fatigue: Strategies for Nurse LeadersPromoting Nurse Self-Care: Emotional and Mental WellbeingA Nurse's Guide to Preventing Compassion Fatigue, Moral Distress, and BurnoutThe Schwartz Center: Resources for Healthcare Professionals Coping with the COVID-19 PandemicA list of resources for taking care of yourself, your family, resources related to quarantine, supporting patients and families, and for healthcare leaders. Other megathreadsHospitals across the world need us r/AsianBeautyWe know that some of these supplies exist in the wild, and that if folks knew what was needed, or where they might find it, they would happily share it. So we are asking hospitals directly for what they need. And also forming universal/general lists as well in case you don't see a hospital listed here.We are also compiling lists of where you might find some of the most needed items, or whom you might ask. Please feel free to comment some ideas you might have as to where some of these items can be found, and what professions or groups may have them.
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Submitted by scumteam14
Click here for the care package 'Thank you!' thread!!That thread is a place for healthcare workers to thank those who sent them a care package - be sure to check it out!Thank you to u/PrincessRosella for putting the care package project together :) Click here for a masterlist of skincare related tipsHas recommendations from around the sub and official sources on:acne due to mask wearingirritation/pressure/friction injuries due to mask wearingdry/irritated skin due to maskshand washing woes Given the growing COVID-19 concerns, we'd like to have a thread where we can chat, share updates, and give advice (how the heck are you guys keeping your hands moisturized with all the hand washing?!)What this thread is for:sharing tipscommiseratingan outlet for extra free time if you're stuck at homegeneral chatting about COVID-19We'd like everyone to feel comfortable in this thread, so while talking about your worries is absolutely fine, please stay away from hyperbolic speculation and doomposting.We'll also be adding relevant resources to the post itself: skincare related tips, mental health resources, etc. If you have anything to add to those lists, please let us know!Edit: Comments are now sorted by 'new', so the newest comments will show up at the top. You can change that using the 'sort by' dropdown under the post. Other COVID-19 related threads are still allowed on the sub - so if a new store is closing, feel free to make a separate post! But any duplicates will be redirected here. Same goes for general tips, like a PSA for not using in-store testers. That way we can keep a running list without overwhelming the sub :)This thread will be periodically stickied to the top of the sub, but may be bumped off briefly to make room for other scheduled threads (like the Holy Grail threads).For all things related to COVID-19, check out r/Coronavirus. Skincare tipsDon't use in-store testers[Misc] COVID-19 and Product TestersAvoid touching your face:[PSA] More on not touching your face - a how-to from the UK Gov's behavioral insights teamTips for frequent hand washing:product recommendations in the stickied comment on this very thread![review] hand care for constant hand washing[PSA] for those frequently washing hands because of Covid-19: I've been using these two humectants to keep my hands from drying out instead of regular moisturizer.[Skin Concern] Help please! My husband is a cleaner at a dementia care home and working overtime because of Covid-19. His hands are bleeding, cracking and dry as stone. Is there anything that can be done for him please?Problems in food handlers and the catering industry (DermNet NZ) - an article that's relevant whether or not you're in the food industryProblems with DIY hand sanitizers:[PSA] Labmuffin explains how many DIY hand sanitizer formulas are ineffective to the Covid-19 due to alcohol ratio.Info on packages received by mail:What is your risk of contracting COVID-19 from a package? Apparently low. More info inside. (from r/indiemakeupandmore)Acne due to mask wearing:[skin concerns] I need help! I'm a nurse in Detroit, MI and all this PPE is WRECKING my skin. I think it's the humidity from my breath being trapped in a mask all day but my chin looks like I'm 15 again.Prolonged mask washing leading to pressure injuries & irritation:[Skin Concerns] Protecting facial skin from mask irritation/injuries - guidelines from NPIAPthis comment from a wound care nurse; be careful of unsafe advice that would break the seal! Mental health resources: generalA lot of us are feeling anxious right now, so I'd like to share communities, wholesome content, and resources to help us feel a little better. If you have something to add, please comment!/r/COVID19_supportan initiative entirely run by volunteers to provide mental health support during the current coronavirus outbreakWhat you can and can't controlfrom this postDoggie Corgia youtube channel full of beautiful looped animations of dogs being good dogs, set to very chill musicMental health wikilots of resources ranging from happy wholesome subreddits to emergency support[misc]A few days ago I mentioned being a nurse in Seattle & how much all the PPE bothers my skin. I got a PM asking if I wouldn’t mind being sent “a few little skincare items”... And now I’m crying over the kindness of strangers & feeling ready to face a 12hr shift. You guys support keeps us goingcertified wholesome! Mental health resources: healthcare workersFor The FrontlinesFast and free counseling for healthcare workers.Text FRONTLINE for support to dealing with anxiety, stress, fear, isolation, or other difficult emotions you are experiencing during coronavirus.USA text 741741UK text 85258Canada text 741741Ireland text 086 1800 280Free Course: ANA's COVID-19 Self-Care Package for NursesANA has created a self-care package of free courses to thank the entire nursing community supporting the COVID-19 response. As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact nurses across the globe, ANA wants to share resources to support you, your safety and the important work you do.This self-care package includes the following courses:Nursing Ethics: Strategies to Resolve the Top Ethical Dilemmas Nurses FaceMoral ResilienceDealing with Fatigue: Strategies for Nurse LeadersPromoting Nurse Self-Care: Emotional and Mental WellbeingA Nurse's Guide to Preventing Compassion Fatigue, Moral Distress, and BurnoutThe Schwartz Center: Resources for Healthcare Professionals Coping with the COVID-19 PandemicA list of resources for taking care of yourself, your family, resources related to quarantine, supporting patients and families, and for healthcare leaders. Other megathreadsHospitals across the world need us r/AsianBeautyWe know that some of these supplies exist in the wild, and that if folks knew what was needed, or where they might find it, they would happily share it. So we are asking hospitals directly for what they need. And also forming universal/general lists as well in case you don't see a hospital listed here.We are also compiling lists of where you might find some of the most needed items, or whom you might ask. Please feel free to comment some ideas you might have as to where some of these items can be found, and what professions or groups may have them.
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Submitted by scumteam14
[Misc] Thank you so much! Truly made my day :)
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Submitted by noir_free
After two weeks, my first order came in! [haul]
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Submitted by ihatewinter93
[Misc] Some thoughts on sheet masks.
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Not sure if SkincareAddiction will receive this post well, but it needs to be said.Sheet masks are extremely wasteful. Everything about a sheet mask is made for one use. The sheet itself is obviously meant to be thrown away after one use. What’s more concerning is that the packaging that it comes in is not recyclable. Though it might feel and tear like paper, most sheet mask packaging is lined on the inside with a thin plastic film. This is to keep the serum from seeping out of the paper layer. You can neither throw it in with paper products not plastics. It’s waste that goes to the landfill.Sheet masks are not very hygienic. It might surprise you to know that sheet masks are probably the only skincare product that are touched by human hands. Most sheet masks on the market are folded by [hand](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjUvaOfQjoc) or by a [semi-automatic machine](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SFuPoGTq-A). Both of these methods require human hands to touch *every single sheet*. Moreover, when folding by hand, there is a sheet of plastic that helps guide the folds which doesn’t appear to be disinfected between use.Sheet mask manufacturing is accused of involving poor labour protections. Most companies give the sheet mask manufacturing to subcontractors, so none are made in-house. There have been multiple accusations of companies using home labour i.e., making these masks in private homes of the labour, which is illegal in Korea. Luxury and affordable brands alike have been accused of these practices many times in the past few years. [2008](http://enews.imbc.com/News/RetrieveNewsInfo/29995) [2014](https://www.cosinkorea.com/news/article.html?no=8333) [2016](https://weekly.donga.com/BestClick/3/all/11/536977/1)Sheet masks don’t need to be wasteful. There are many DIYs that show you how to make your own. I used [this](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hubfs/FacialMask_Template%20(1).jpg.jpg)) template to cut from a muslin cloth (you can use an old cotton t-shirt too!). I soak it in mixture of cold water and a toner of choice, currently it’s the Laneige Cream Skin. After each use, I throw it in the washing machine and air dry it. Best thing about using muslin is that it gets softer the more you wash it!I won’t deny that sheet masks are luxurious and pampering, especially when you need a pick-me-up. And that’s what they are, an occasional treat to self-indulge, not an essential part of a routine.
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Submitted by flappytabbycats
Not sure if SkincareAddiction will receive this post well, but it needs to be said.Sheet masks are extremely wasteful. Everything about a sheet mask is made for one use. The sheet itself is obviously meant to be thrown away after one use. What’s more concerning is that the packaging that it comes in is not recyclable. Though it might feel and tear like paper, most sheet mask packaging is lined on the inside with a thin plastic film. This is to keep the serum from seeping out of the paper layer. You can neither throw it in with paper products not plastics. It’s waste that goes to the landfill.Sheet masks are not very hygienic. It might surprise you to know that sheet masks are probably the only skincare product that are touched by human hands. Most sheet masks on the market are folded by [hand](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjUvaOfQjoc) or by a [semi-automatic machine](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SFuPoGTq-A). Both of these methods require human hands to touch *every single sheet*. Moreover, when folding by hand, there is a sheet of plastic that helps guide the folds which doesn’t appear to be disinfected between use.Sheet mask manufacturing is accused of involving poor labour protections. Most companies give the sheet mask manufacturing to subcontractors, so none are made in-house. There have been multiple accusations of companies using home labour i.e., making these masks in private homes of the labour, which is illegal in Korea. Luxury and affordable brands alike have been accused of these practices many times in the past few years. [2008](http://enews.imbc.com/News/RetrieveNewsInfo/29995) [2014](https://www.cosinkorea.com/news/article.html?no=8333) [2016](https://weekly.donga.com/BestClick/3/all/11/536977/1)Sheet masks don’t need to be wasteful. There are many DIYs that show you how to make your own. I used [this](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hubfs/FacialMask_Template%20(1).jpg.jpg)) template to cut from a muslin cloth (you can use an old cotton t-shirt too!). I soak it in mixture of cold water and a toner of choice, currently it’s the Laneige Cream Skin. After each use, I throw it in the washing machine and air dry it. Best thing about using muslin is that it gets softer the more you wash it!I won’t deny that sheet masks are luxurious and pampering, especially when you need a pick-me-up. And that’s what they are, an occasional treat to self-indulge, not an essential part of a routine.
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Submitted by flappytabbycats
[shelfie] my simple and soothing routine!
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[Routine help] is there anything I can do to treat acne that’s a result of purging?
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I started using AHAs recently, namely TO’s AHA 30% + BHA 2% peel 2x a week and their Glycolic acid toner on the nights I’m not using that. It’s been about a week and a half and while my purge isn’t as bad as it could be, I do have four huge, red pimples on my cheeks that are really bothering me. I know they’re due to my skin purging, but is there anything I can do to help them go away faster or any spot treatments you guys recommend to minimize them?
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Submitted by sexyswamphag
I started using AHAs recently, namely TO’s AHA 30% + BHA 2% peel 2x a week and their Glycolic acid toner on the nights I’m not using that. It’s been about a week and a half and while my purge isn’t as bad as it could be, I do have four huge, red pimples on my cheeks that are really bothering me. I know they’re due to my skin purging, but is there anything I can do to help them go away faster or any spot treatments you guys recommend to minimize them?
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Submitted by sexyswamphag
[Skin Concerns] I don’t know what to do at this point. I tried a skin peel and not only did it NOT work, but I’m left with these marks all over my face. How can I make it go away?
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[Routine Help] Quarantine has really helped me focus on my routine but any suggestions??
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[Shelfie] The routine that changed my skin!
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[Skin Concerns] Everything I try to do for my skin seems useless.
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Hi everyone, I need your help because everything I try to do for my skin seems useless.I have acne, super oily skin (after one hour of washing my face, it gets oily), it’s not sensitive at all and breaks out easily. I’ve taken Accutane for 8 months before stopping it because my doctor suggested it and slowly my acne came back. I don’t have a bad acne, but still can get out of control. Attaching surrent skin situation.My current routine is:Inkey - Salicylic Acid CleanserSunday Riley - Luna (I’ve used UFO in the past)Sunday Riley - Good GenesTo remove my makeup (which is usually a light layer of foundation and concealer) I use 9 To 5 by LushI'm testing this routine for about 3 months now and I can't see a difference.I know it’s lacking a lot of steps but I don’t know much about skincare and that’s why I’m writing here.I’m also taking some vitamins by Halo Beauty (Kiwi Seed Booster) but doesn’t seem to be doing anything for my skin. I’m on month 6.I don't have a budget for my skin if something truly works and I live in Italy.Thank you!https://preview.redd.it/4wr2mynwyxv41.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b09126666d0c37af0bb7c3e5d592c6d0d9da7112
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Submitted by xrawrglare
Hi everyone, I need your help because everything I try to do for my skin seems useless.I have acne, super oily skin (after one hour of washing my face, it gets oily), it’s not sensitive at all and breaks out easily. I’ve taken Accutane for 8 months before stopping it because my doctor suggested it and slowly my acne came back. I don’t have a bad acne, but still can get out of control. Attaching surrent skin situation.My current routine is:Inkey - Salicylic Acid CleanserSunday Riley - Luna (I’ve used UFO in the past)Sunday Riley - Good GenesTo remove my makeup (which is usually a light layer of foundation and concealer) I use 9 To 5 by LushI'm testing this routine for about 3 months now and I can't see a difference.I know it’s lacking a lot of steps but I don’t know much about skincare and that’s why I’m writing here.I’m also taking some vitamins by Halo Beauty (Kiwi Seed Booster) but doesn’t seem to be doing anything for my skin. I’m on month 6.I don't have a budget for my skin if something truly works and I live in Italy.Thank you!https://preview.redd.it/4wr2mynwyxv41.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b09126666d0c37af0bb7c3e5d592c6d0d9da7112
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[Skin Concerns] Jajoba oil or Shea butter problem?
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I recently started adding some drops of pure jajoba oil onto my face in the morning and night in the middle of my skincare routine and i have been experiencing breakouts all around my face. it’s not very intense, just lots of red bumps that may develop into white heads. is it possible that the jajoba oil is clogging my pores or could i be something else?((i also just recently tried to switch to the La Roche-Posay Lipikar Balm AP+ moisturizer as well, so maybe this is the problem? this moisturizer has fantastic reviews and feels amazing on my skin though, but maybe the shea butter in it is clogging my pores?))i have combination skin that can get very dry very quickly if i don’t moisturizei’m just not sure what is causing this and was wondering if anyone has any thoughts?
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Submitted by smokefromheaven
I recently started adding some drops of pure jajoba oil onto my face in the morning and night in the middle of my skincare routine and i have been experiencing breakouts all around my face. it’s not very intense, just lots of red bumps that may develop into white heads. is it possible that the jajoba oil is clogging my pores or could i be something else?((i also just recently tried to switch to the La Roche-Posay Lipikar Balm AP+ moisturizer as well, so maybe this is the problem? this moisturizer has fantastic reviews and feels amazing on my skin though, but maybe the shea butter in it is clogging my pores?))i have combination skin that can get very dry very quickly if i don’t moisturizei’m just not sure what is causing this and was wondering if anyone has any thoughts?
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Submitted by smokefromheaven
[Acne] I finished my long battle with acne (hope it lasts) and I'm a complete noob with those Ordinary titles. Is this a good vit C serum for post-acne scars and marks? Or should I look for another type? If so, please guide me! Thanks!
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[SKIN CONCERNS] PLEASE HELP I AM DESPERATE - ACID BURN
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In around March I decided it would be a good idea to try to get rid of a "mole" that was on the side of my nose. It really wasn't that bad, but it is something that has always bothered me my whole life and i've had problems with. It was raised and it was mostly skin color with a little black in the middle. Regardless, I had seen lots of post of people removing theirs with apple cider vinegar and with corona going on I knew I would be alone for a long time. I decided to try it and basically it went horrible. It first started out by getting really black. It then scabbed up and i couldn't handle it anymore and when i started to see some of it come loose I pulled it off the rest of the way. Underneath I was left with a half inch in diameter red mark the is so bright red. It upsets me so much I don't want to go anything or go anywhere. Its gotten to me so much that everyone who keep wanting to hang out with me I am telling them that I think I have corona just to avoid being seen by others. Whenever I have to go out I make sure to wear a mask to cover it up. I have tried everything I can think of to make it go away. I started off using a ton of antibiotic ointment and vaseline on it and covering it with a bandaid. It helped a little but not a lot. I then tried aloe and tea tree oil, but that didn't really work either. I tried cortizone to take out the redness, but that did really help either and may have made it worse at times. I bought scaraway gel and pads and keep using that as of now and its helped a little more but it is still so visible. I had the doctor prescribe me some silvadene burn cream, but after doing some research on it I found out it can actually make it worse. In addition i feel that this has stressed me out so much that all the acne I finally got rid of for about a year has now started to come back a lot because of all the stress it has caused. I just want it to be gone it makes me so upset and I pray every night that it will be gone so I can actually go out and see people because right now I am becoming so depressed just staring at my wall everyday praying it will go away. If anyone has any suggestions on what I should do to speed up the process please answer. If you really think you can help and you want pictures dm me. I will do anything for it to go away and just heal please help me I am so desperate.
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Submitted by Chemistyking
In around March I decided it would be a good idea to try to get rid of a "mole" that was on the side of my nose. It really wasn't that bad, but it is something that has always bothered me my whole life and i've had problems with. It was raised and it was mostly skin color with a little black in the middle. Regardless, I had seen lots of post of people removing theirs with apple cider vinegar and with corona going on I knew I would be alone for a long time. I decided to try it and basically it went horrible. It first started out by getting really black. It then scabbed up and i couldn't handle it anymore and when i started to see some of it come loose I pulled it off the rest of the way. Underneath I was left with a half inch in diameter red mark the is so bright red. It upsets me so much I don't want to go anything or go anywhere. Its gotten to me so much that everyone who keep wanting to hang out with me I am telling them that I think I have corona just to avoid being seen by others. Whenever I have to go out I make sure to wear a mask to cover it up. I have tried everything I can think of to make it go away. I started off using a ton of antibiotic ointment and vaseline on it and covering it with a bandaid. It helped a little but not a lot. I then tried aloe and tea tree oil, but that didn't really work either. I tried cortizone to take out the redness, but that did really help either and may have made it worse at times. I bought scaraway gel and pads and keep using that as of now and its helped a little more but it is still so visible. I had the doctor prescribe me some silvadene burn cream, but after doing some research on it I found out it can actually make it worse. In addition i feel that this has stressed me out so much that all the acne I finally got rid of for about a year has now started to come back a lot because of all the stress it has caused. I just want it to be gone it makes me so upset and I pray every night that it will be gone so I can actually go out and see people because right now I am becoming so depressed just staring at my wall everyday praying it will go away. If anyone has any suggestions on what I should do to speed up the process please answer. If you really think you can help and you want pictures dm me. I will do anything for it to go away and just heal please help me I am so desperate.
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Submitted by Chemistyking
[Skin Concern] Can we talk about skin care down there?
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Sorry if this isn’t allowed here, but I thought ya’ll might have some good ideas.I shaved my (female) nether regions for the first time two days ago. I thought I did everything right. Brand new razor, plenty of shaving cream, warm water and moisturizer afterwards. For the next day and a half it was pretty pleasant, but now I’ve broken out into angry red whiteheads all over my mound. It’s pretty painful. I can’t see it very well (bad anatomy) but the little white dots are obvious.I’ve always had pretty resilient, non reactive skin so I didn’t really think much about it beforehand.I’m really bummed out, because it felt pretty sexy and empowering at the time, and I really liked how it looked. :(What went wrong and how do I take care of it while I recover? And is there a way to keep it from happening or should I just return to the bush and give up on this?
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Submitted by Takeitoutalready
Sorry if this isn’t allowed here, but I thought ya’ll might have some good ideas.I shaved my (female) nether regions for the first time two days ago. I thought I did everything right. Brand new razor, plenty of shaving cream, warm water and moisturizer afterwards. For the next day and a half it was pretty pleasant, but now I’ve broken out into angry red whiteheads all over my mound. It’s pretty painful. I can’t see it very well (bad anatomy) but the little white dots are obvious.I’ve always had pretty resilient, non reactive skin so I didn’t really think much about it beforehand.I’m really bummed out, because it felt pretty sexy and empowering at the time, and I really liked how it looked. :(What went wrong and how do I take care of it while I recover? And is there a way to keep it from happening or should I just return to the bush and give up on this?
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Submitted by Takeitoutalready
[Skin Concerns] Help with 3 month old PIE mark. Currently using differin and Vit C. The mark on the left is my main concern, it’s red and textured. Please advice.
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Wednesday, 29 April 2020
[misc] Do you have a favorite DIY mask?
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I’m obsessed with yogurt honey masks. Greek yogurt works best because it is less runny. Yogurt has lactic acid for natural exfoliation and honey has moisturizing and antibacterial properties. I heard they can help with dark spots, so here’s to hoping!Anyone have any favorites?
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Submitted by fefifo-fum
I’m obsessed with yogurt honey masks. Greek yogurt works best because it is less runny. Yogurt has lactic acid for natural exfoliation and honey has moisturizing and antibacterial properties. I heard they can help with dark spots, so here’s to hoping!Anyone have any favorites?
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NEW OR NEED HELP? Ask here! - ScA Daily Help Thread Apr 30, 2020
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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[Acne] from wearing masks
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So I deliver for amazon in the texas heat it is required for us to wear masks while delivering. i already have a naturally oily face along with i sweat the second i step outside.. add a mask on top of that 😷 and you’re asking for a breakout. And well, to no surprise that’s exactly whats happening lol, my skin was just starting to get clear and now I’m getting massive breakouts again along where i wear the mask. anyone know what I could try to do to prevent breakouts while wearing a mask all day?What I currently do: (wash face in morning, moisturize, put sunscreen, Then mask. come home , wash face, take a shower..)
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Submitted by JamesDeensaan
So I deliver for amazon in the texas heat it is required for us to wear masks while delivering. i already have a naturally oily face along with i sweat the second i step outside.. add a mask on top of that 😷 and you’re asking for a breakout. And well, to no surprise that’s exactly whats happening lol, my skin was just starting to get clear and now I’m getting massive breakouts again along where i wear the mask. anyone know what I could try to do to prevent breakouts while wearing a mask all day?What I currently do: (wash face in morning, moisturize, put sunscreen, Then mask. come home , wash face, take a shower..)
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Submitted by JamesDeensaan
[Acne] Pics of Pore Strip Under a Microscope
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I purchased a $20 microscope from Amazon and it’s been hours of entertainment. Last night I did a pore strip and it blew my mind. Thought you guys might find it as fascinating as I did.Here you can see it in full with just my phone camera (with just the naked eye I couldn’t see any of this: https://imgur.com/QQEQ1AHHere are the pics from under the microscope:https://imgur.com/d0HGDNlhttps://imgur.com/rCgtU2ohttps://imgur.com/splfunZ
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Submitted by bean707
I purchased a $20 microscope from Amazon and it’s been hours of entertainment. Last night I did a pore strip and it blew my mind. Thought you guys might find it as fascinating as I did.Here you can see it in full with just my phone camera (with just the naked eye I couldn’t see any of this: https://imgur.com/QQEQ1AHHere are the pics from under the microscope:https://imgur.com/d0HGDNlhttps://imgur.com/rCgtU2ohttps://imgur.com/splfunZ
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Submitted by bean707
[Acne] How to get rid of a hard, dried out pimple?
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I have a pimple on my face which has dried up and has nothing in it. About 2 weeks ago it was a whitehead, now it's just a hard raised bump which won't go away. Any ideas how to get rid of it? Thanks!
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Submitted by hb408
I have a pimple on my face which has dried up and has nothing in it. About 2 weeks ago it was a whitehead, now it's just a hard raised bump which won't go away. Any ideas how to get rid of it? Thanks!
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Submitted by hb408
[Personal] Just ranting - upset nurse in NYC
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Just ranting - Upset nurse in NYCI didn’t really know where to talk about this and I didn’t want to burden the people around me with more about COVID. But I’m in NYC and it’s honestly madness. Some days, healthcare workers just squat in the hallway and start crying. One of our top ER physicians committed suicide a couple of days ago. I’m volunteering as a nurse, so I don’t even make money during this time. And I hate that the system capitalizes on our desire to do good like I WANT to help, but why is helping mutually exclusive from making a livable salary?My face has been breaking out; I literally have a line of acne where the mask makes contact with my face. My skin is dry and flaky. My hands are dry from washing them every few minutes. I’m upset that people are PROTESTING this virus and calling it fake news - like people would really go and pretend that they’re nurses. It’s not fake news that every shift I go in, 5-10 people die every single time.Thanks in advance for listening. I just needed to decompress for a bit to strangers. You guys are an awesome community and I really appreciate everyone here. 💛
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Submitted by feedmemorenoms
Just ranting - Upset nurse in NYCI didn’t really know where to talk about this and I didn’t want to burden the people around me with more about COVID. But I’m in NYC and it’s honestly madness. Some days, healthcare workers just squat in the hallway and start crying. One of our top ER physicians committed suicide a couple of days ago. I’m volunteering as a nurse, so I don’t even make money during this time. And I hate that the system capitalizes on our desire to do good like I WANT to help, but why is helping mutually exclusive from making a livable salary?My face has been breaking out; I literally have a line of acne where the mask makes contact with my face. My skin is dry and flaky. My hands are dry from washing them every few minutes. I’m upset that people are PROTESTING this virus and calling it fake news - like people would really go and pretend that they’re nurses. It’s not fake news that every shift I go in, 5-10 people die every single time.Thanks in advance for listening. I just needed to decompress for a bit to strangers. You guys are an awesome community and I really appreciate everyone here. 💛
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Submitted by feedmemorenoms
[Acne] [Research] If you're considering starting Accutane...
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I'm on my last month of Accutane and will answer any and all questions. For context, I had basically every type of acne; whiteheads, blackheads, and lots of cystic zits as well as oily skin/hair. Ask away!
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Submitted by Haiku_Waifu17
I'm on my last month of Accutane and will answer any and all questions. For context, I had basically every type of acne; whiteheads, blackheads, and lots of cystic zits as well as oily skin/hair. Ask away!
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Submitted by Haiku_Waifu17
[Misc] Please do your own research before buying all the products recommended to you by Deciem
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I don’t know about anyone else, but the amount of ‘I bought these products from The Ordinary and now my skin is worse’ posts on this sub are frustrating and overwhelming. I think it’s great that Deciem offers individual routine suggestions to people, but...They’re trying to make money. You don’t need to buy everything, especially if you’re new to skincare.Research each product before buying. You’ll find loads of reviews on this sub by using the search bar. Don’t buy anything unless you understand how it works and what it’s supposed to do.You don’t need multiples of the same active. E.g. The Ordinary sells mandelic, lactic and glycolic acid which are all AHAs. Pick just one.Introduce one product in at a time. This is really important.If you’re new to actives, you don’t need the AHA/BHA peeling solution. I’ve seen way too many people buy this when their skin is just not ready for it.Go slow with the actives. Daily use straight away is a recipe for disaster.
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Submitted by lemonmeringuedrizzle
I don’t know about anyone else, but the amount of ‘I bought these products from The Ordinary and now my skin is worse’ posts on this sub are frustrating and overwhelming. I think it’s great that Deciem offers individual routine suggestions to people, but...They’re trying to make money. You don’t need to buy everything, especially if you’re new to skincare.Research each product before buying. You’ll find loads of reviews on this sub by using the search bar. Don’t buy anything unless you understand how it works and what it’s supposed to do.You don’t need multiples of the same active. E.g. The Ordinary sells mandelic, lactic and glycolic acid which are all AHAs. Pick just one.Introduce one product in at a time. This is really important.If you’re new to actives, you don’t need the AHA/BHA peeling solution. I’ve seen way too many people buy this when their skin is just not ready for it.Go slow with the actives. Daily use straight away is a recipe for disaster.
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Submitted by lemonmeringuedrizzle
[Skin Concern] Enlarged + Constantly Blocked Pores
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Hi, I’m hoping someone can help? Here is my skin click here (sorry for the awkward up-close photo & my awful eye area which is another concern ...)But for years my skin has given me grief. the most nagging concern largely is my huge pores and the fact they’re constantly blocked easily. I’ve tried so much like, facial scrubs, lactic acid, salicylic acid. I even use Niacinimide and Zinc which has done wonders for my oiliness but not in the pores overall appearance.I used pores strips on and off but try not to since I’ve heard they make them worse. Even still once they’d get clean, it wouldn’t take long before they’re stuffed up again.If I brush my fingers over my nose area, I can feel the bumpiness and the crap in them. Has anyone got a miracle cure/produce/routine or any advice? Help!
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Submitted by officialkylepop
Hi, I’m hoping someone can help? Here is my skin click here (sorry for the awkward up-close photo & my awful eye area which is another concern ...)But for years my skin has given me grief. the most nagging concern largely is my huge pores and the fact they’re constantly blocked easily. I’ve tried so much like, facial scrubs, lactic acid, salicylic acid. I even use Niacinimide and Zinc which has done wonders for my oiliness but not in the pores overall appearance.I used pores strips on and off but try not to since I’ve heard they make them worse. Even still once they’d get clean, it wouldn’t take long before they’re stuffed up again.If I brush my fingers over my nose area, I can feel the bumpiness and the crap in them. Has anyone got a miracle cure/produce/routine or any advice? Help!
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Submitted by officialkylepop
[Review] of the Drunk Elephant Beste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser
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Claims: "An innovative jelly cleanser that removes all traces of makeup, excess oil, pollution and any other grime from the day. Free of SLS, fragrance and essential oils, Beste™ No. 9 is totally non-irritating, non-sensitizing and appropriate for every skin type" (Excerpt taken from the brand's product page: https://www.drunkelephant.com/products/beste-no-9-jelly-cleanser).Ingredients: Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycolipids, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Lauryl Glucoside, Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polylysine.pH-level: Using the Preciva digital pH meter (model PH320001), the pH settled at 5.60 after stabilizing at that value for one minute. On the Drunk Elephant product page, it was claimed to have a pH value of 5.50.Packaging: I received the 30 ml / 1 oz mini size of this product, as part of the 2019 Sephora birthday gift that also included the mini version of the Protini™ Polypeptide Cream. The mini size is packaged in an upright tube with a brilliantly-designed twist cap dispenser, eliminating the risk of breaking the cap hinge, and not being able to seal the product again. The same cannot be said of the full-sized version, whose dispenser has the regular pop-off cap with a hinge. Why the brand does not include the twist cap dispenser on the full-size version, is beyond me. The twist cap dispenser is the best thing about this product.Texture and application: I love jelly cleansers, so I am biased here but I loved the texture of this cleanser. It was easy to spread out and gave a nice lather once I added water to it. I needed to use about half a teaspoon for my entire face.Cleaning ability: This product is best suited as a morning or second cleanser. While it does remove makeup, it requires a little more rubbing than, say an oil-based cleanser, and you may find this irritating to your skin. For me, it removed the KVD Tattoo Eyeliner, Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche lipstick, and Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick.Skin feel after use: Despite it's appropriate pH-level and gentle surfactants, this cleanser stripped my skin and left me with a tight, squeaky-clean feeling, and severely dehydrated skin. I used the whole bottle because I am stubborn and I wanted to give it a fair shot but I am now regretting it, as it takes weeks for my skin to return to normal. A little disclaimer: I am allergic to Aloe Vera and this product contains it. However, I only ever show an allergic reaction to high concentrations, so I doubt this is what stripped my skin.About my skin: I have combination skin (oily T-zone, normal cheeks, dry eye region).Skincare routine during trial: All of my skincare products stayed the same except for the Drunk Elephant Beste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser, which replaced my first and second cleanser. In the evening, I used the Drunk Elephant Beste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser (lathering and rinsing with lukewarm/cold water and a microfiber facial towel), 0.1% treinoin cream, Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion, and Aquaphor Healing Ointment. In the morning, I wiped my face with a microfiber facial towel soaked in cold water, and then applied the Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion, belif True Cream Moisturizing Bomb, and the Sunscreen Company CyberDERM Simply Zinc Ultra SPF 50 sunscreen. I usually double-cleanse in the evening but I haven't found any HG cleansers yet (I haven't tried very many). During the trial, I decided to only use one cleanser, as I did not want the first oil-based cleanser that I usually use, to skew the results.Overall thoughts and would I recommend or repurchase? Overall, I really disliked the cleanser and I would not repurchase nor recommend it to anyone. My favourite thing about this cleanser is the twist cap, but the full-sized version does not even come with it, and it is not like I would keep buying the mini-sized version (it is not even available for purchase here in Canada). Looking at the pH level and the ingredient list, I would not have thought it would be stripping. If anyone here has a chemistry background or any insight into why this product could be stripping the skin, please share your wisdom. I have read multiple other reviews echoing my concerns.
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Submitted by magnusardottir
Claims: "An innovative jelly cleanser that removes all traces of makeup, excess oil, pollution and any other grime from the day. Free of SLS, fragrance and essential oils, Beste™ No. 9 is totally non-irritating, non-sensitizing and appropriate for every skin type" (Excerpt taken from the brand's product page: https://www.drunkelephant.com/products/beste-no-9-jelly-cleanser).Ingredients: Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycolipids, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Lauryl Glucoside, Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polylysine.pH-level: Using the Preciva digital pH meter (model PH320001), the pH settled at 5.60 after stabilizing at that value for one minute. On the Drunk Elephant product page, it was claimed to have a pH value of 5.50.Packaging: I received the 30 ml / 1 oz mini size of this product, as part of the 2019 Sephora birthday gift that also included the mini version of the Protini™ Polypeptide Cream. The mini size is packaged in an upright tube with a brilliantly-designed twist cap dispenser, eliminating the risk of breaking the cap hinge, and not being able to seal the product again. The same cannot be said of the full-sized version, whose dispenser has the regular pop-off cap with a hinge. Why the brand does not include the twist cap dispenser on the full-size version, is beyond me. The twist cap dispenser is the best thing about this product.Texture and application: I love jelly cleansers, so I am biased here but I loved the texture of this cleanser. It was easy to spread out and gave a nice lather once I added water to it. I needed to use about half a teaspoon for my entire face.Cleaning ability: This product is best suited as a morning or second cleanser. While it does remove makeup, it requires a little more rubbing than, say an oil-based cleanser, and you may find this irritating to your skin. For me, it removed the KVD Tattoo Eyeliner, Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche lipstick, and Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick.Skin feel after use: Despite it's appropriate pH-level and gentle surfactants, this cleanser stripped my skin and left me with a tight, squeaky-clean feeling, and severely dehydrated skin. I used the whole bottle because I am stubborn and I wanted to give it a fair shot but I am now regretting it, as it takes weeks for my skin to return to normal. A little disclaimer: I am allergic to Aloe Vera and this product contains it. However, I only ever show an allergic reaction to high concentrations, so I doubt this is what stripped my skin.About my skin: I have combination skin (oily T-zone, normal cheeks, dry eye region).Skincare routine during trial: All of my skincare products stayed the same except for the Drunk Elephant Beste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser, which replaced my first and second cleanser. In the evening, I used the Drunk Elephant Beste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser (lathering and rinsing with lukewarm/cold water and a microfiber facial towel), 0.1% treinoin cream, Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion, and Aquaphor Healing Ointment. In the morning, I wiped my face with a microfiber facial towel soaked in cold water, and then applied the Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion, belif True Cream Moisturizing Bomb, and the Sunscreen Company CyberDERM Simply Zinc Ultra SPF 50 sunscreen. I usually double-cleanse in the evening but I haven't found any HG cleansers yet (I haven't tried very many). During the trial, I decided to only use one cleanser, as I did not want the first oil-based cleanser that I usually use, to skew the results.Overall thoughts and would I recommend or repurchase? Overall, I really disliked the cleanser and I would not repurchase nor recommend it to anyone. My favourite thing about this cleanser is the twist cap, but the full-sized version does not even come with it, and it is not like I would keep buying the mini-sized version (it is not even available for purchase here in Canada). Looking at the pH level and the ingredient list, I would not have thought it would be stripping. If anyone here has a chemistry background or any insight into why this product could be stripping the skin, please share your wisdom. I have read multiple other reviews echoing my concerns.
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Submitted by magnusardottir
[Anti-Aging] thought this was pretty interesting - based on factors like tanning salons per capita, UV index, and distance to beaches, these are the cities you'll age fastest in. How often should you wear sunscreen?
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https://www.coventrydirect.com/blog/cities-where-you-age-faster/
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https://www.coventrydirect.com/blog/cities-where-you-age-faster/
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Submitted by chevvvycruze
[Routine Help] Frontline healthcare working needing skin care advice from being in PPE for 7 hours a day
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I’m a physical therapist working in a field hospital and unlike in a typical hospital where people usually spend a maximum of around 30 mins in their PPE at a time I’m in mine for 5 hours and then another 2 hours during my shift. I have sensitive skin that can be somewhat oily and redness so this is just exacerbating my problem. Before this I had a skin care routine that had help curb my acne and skin issues, but now I’m in a worse spot.The bridge of my nose is bruised and the skin peels off a bit. It also doesn’t feel as elastic, I feel pulling along the bridge of my nose like it’s too stiff. I’ve been moisturizing and it helps it, but it still doesn’t feel right. When I take off my N95 and face shield I’m super oily and I try to wipe some off with a paper towel, but I’m still getting large under skin acne that can be painful when pressed as well as white heads. The mask also irritates my cheeks and causes a burning feeling with some skin peeling and I’ve been more red than normal and irritated.I wash my face twice a day including an immediate shower when I get home from my shift. I do take a hot shower to just feel like I’m properly sanitized. I use face reality ultra gentle cleanser and moisturizer. I haven’t been using my acne med 5% benzoyl peroxide since my face just feels dry and irritated enough. But when I moisturize I feel like I get more white heads after even though my skin feels a bit better, but still not my “normal”.Do you guys have any recommendations on a new skin care routine? Or any products in particular? Thank you so much for your help!
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Submitted by Dkapr6
I’m a physical therapist working in a field hospital and unlike in a typical hospital where people usually spend a maximum of around 30 mins in their PPE at a time I’m in mine for 5 hours and then another 2 hours during my shift. I have sensitive skin that can be somewhat oily and redness so this is just exacerbating my problem. Before this I had a skin care routine that had help curb my acne and skin issues, but now I’m in a worse spot.The bridge of my nose is bruised and the skin peels off a bit. It also doesn’t feel as elastic, I feel pulling along the bridge of my nose like it’s too stiff. I’ve been moisturizing and it helps it, but it still doesn’t feel right. When I take off my N95 and face shield I’m super oily and I try to wipe some off with a paper towel, but I’m still getting large under skin acne that can be painful when pressed as well as white heads. The mask also irritates my cheeks and causes a burning feeling with some skin peeling and I’ve been more red than normal and irritated.I wash my face twice a day including an immediate shower when I get home from my shift. I do take a hot shower to just feel like I’m properly sanitized. I use face reality ultra gentle cleanser and moisturizer. I haven’t been using my acne med 5% benzoyl peroxide since my face just feels dry and irritated enough. But when I moisturize I feel like I get more white heads after even though my skin feels a bit better, but still not my “normal”.Do you guys have any recommendations on a new skin care routine? Or any products in particular? Thank you so much for your help!
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Submitted by Dkapr6
[Product Question] Why is there so much conflicting information around Retinol (Vitamin A)? Drunk Elephants application suggestion is just as confusing
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I purchased the A-Passioni Retinol 1% cream from Drunk Elephant after researching many reviews and seeing great results. I’ve never tried retinol before and it wasn’t until after I purchased and received the product that I realised I probably should have started out on a lower %. I’m going to stick with 1x a week and only half a pea sized amount, I’m applying b-hydra before hand and protini afterwards to make a buffer and a moisture sandwich. This is after many recommendations on YouTube and google searches from supposed dermatologists and doctors.However, the more I research the more I get confused. I’ve read that it’s a myth to wait 20 minutes after washing your face to apply it and 20 minutes after applying to use anything else. But then 100 other pages say it’s not and that not waiting 20 minutes until the face isn’t damp at all and using a product straight after can affect the potency and the way it’s absorbed.Several articles say it’s fine to use Retinol for all skin type and ages (FYI I’m 24), others say you shouldn’t be using it if you’re under 30 without any signs of ageing as it can have the reverse affect and backfire. So which is it?The instructions on the Drunk Elephant retinol claim to apply to a clean dry face and mix it with b-hydra serum and marula oil. So no buffer with a moisturiser before hand? I’ve also read that mixing it with products like that (as opposed to using one after the other) is unnecessary and makes it less effective.I actually contacted Drunk Elephant for some advice and I’m still a bit confused. In the email I was advised not to use any other products whilst using the DE products and to actually discontinue use but without an explanation as to why (is that just for marketing purposes?). They mentioned particularly products with harsh ingredients like fragrance and dyes and SLS to discontinue, but that’s a given I don’t use products with those anyway. They also said not to use chemical sunscreen.I am so confused and overwhelmed by all of the contradicting information - please help a girl out!I’m 24 I don’t have signs of ageing can I still use it? I just want to improve the texture of my skin and unclog and reduce pore size.I’m cleansing then using the B-hydra Serum then applying half a pea sized amount of retinol once face is dry, waiting till face is dry and products fully rubbed in, then applying the Protini Moisturiser is that going to reduce effectiveness or cause any irritation?I’m using it in the evening, once a week, is this ok and how long until I up the dose? I don’t plan to use everyday as I think it’s excessive - maybe 3 times a week or 4 max (depending on how my skin handles it)how many days should I wait afterwards until using BHA 2%?Can I carry on using my other products despite DE’s suggestion? I have a Vitamin C serum that I love and would like to keep using. Can I use that on the days I use Retinol?Lastly, do brands actually give science based advice that’s researched or do they just share their opinions? Because why is there so much conflicting information from not only different brands, but also supposed dermatologists?!
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Submitted by m_eye_nd
I purchased the A-Passioni Retinol 1% cream from Drunk Elephant after researching many reviews and seeing great results. I’ve never tried retinol before and it wasn’t until after I purchased and received the product that I realised I probably should have started out on a lower %. I’m going to stick with 1x a week and only half a pea sized amount, I’m applying b-hydra before hand and protini afterwards to make a buffer and a moisture sandwich. This is after many recommendations on YouTube and google searches from supposed dermatologists and doctors.However, the more I research the more I get confused. I’ve read that it’s a myth to wait 20 minutes after washing your face to apply it and 20 minutes after applying to use anything else. But then 100 other pages say it’s not and that not waiting 20 minutes until the face isn’t damp at all and using a product straight after can affect the potency and the way it’s absorbed.Several articles say it’s fine to use Retinol for all skin type and ages (FYI I’m 24), others say you shouldn’t be using it if you’re under 30 without any signs of ageing as it can have the reverse affect and backfire. So which is it?The instructions on the Drunk Elephant retinol claim to apply to a clean dry face and mix it with b-hydra serum and marula oil. So no buffer with a moisturiser before hand? I’ve also read that mixing it with products like that (as opposed to using one after the other) is unnecessary and makes it less effective.I actually contacted Drunk Elephant for some advice and I’m still a bit confused. In the email I was advised not to use any other products whilst using the DE products and to actually discontinue use but without an explanation as to why (is that just for marketing purposes?). They mentioned particularly products with harsh ingredients like fragrance and dyes and SLS to discontinue, but that’s a given I don’t use products with those anyway. They also said not to use chemical sunscreen.I am so confused and overwhelmed by all of the contradicting information - please help a girl out!I’m 24 I don’t have signs of ageing can I still use it? I just want to improve the texture of my skin and unclog and reduce pore size.I’m cleansing then using the B-hydra Serum then applying half a pea sized amount of retinol once face is dry, waiting till face is dry and products fully rubbed in, then applying the Protini Moisturiser is that going to reduce effectiveness or cause any irritation?I’m using it in the evening, once a week, is this ok and how long until I up the dose? I don’t plan to use everyday as I think it’s excessive - maybe 3 times a week or 4 max (depending on how my skin handles it)how many days should I wait afterwards until using BHA 2%?Can I carry on using my other products despite DE’s suggestion? I have a Vitamin C serum that I love and would like to keep using. Can I use that on the days I use Retinol?Lastly, do brands actually give science based advice that’s researched or do they just share their opinions? Because why is there so much conflicting information from not only different brands, but also supposed dermatologists?!
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Submitted by m_eye_nd
[Shelfie] 42 yrs old with dry sensitive skin.
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Submitted by iseenyawithkeefah
Tuesday, 28 April 2020
[review] The Truth About Glossier
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Glossier claims to have a “skin first” philosophy, however, their ingredients tell a different story.I originally found this brand a few months ago while looking for a very light “tint” to enhance my face. I have a pretty serious skincare regimen and wanted to highlight my hard work. When I read about the company and the products, I was very excited. Here’s a little breakdown of their products.Skin Tint - •Claims to be “appropriate for all skin types and non-irritating” •When I took a closer look at the ingredients list, it contains ALCOHOL, Corn Oil, and Castor Oil. •After two days of use, my “glass skin” was covered in irritation and painful acne.Stretch Concealer- •Claims to be “non-comedogenic” •The claims are a bold-faced lie as cocoa seed butter and avocado oil are included ingredients. •It didn’t cause irritation under my eyes. It was very oily however and didn’t do much to cover the spots the tint caused. I would not recommend to use over acne but under eye use seemed okay. I set with a light powder.Haloscope- •Includes coconut oil, castor oil, and sweet almond oil. •I limited this to the high points of my face. While being a bit greasy, has not seemed to cause irritation. I would not recommend to use over acne.Lidstar- •Contains Aluminum (EWG scale of 4-9.) •This should be noted for people that try to avoid aluminum in their skincare and deodorants. •Did not cause breakouts or irritation-Mascara, and Eyeliner • Did not cause any irritation. Would recommend for all skin types. •Mascara takes a bit of rubbing to get off.Boy Brow and Brow Flick- •Didn’t cause any inflammation or irritation. •Would recommend to all skin typesCloud Paint- •Pretty, pigmented colors •Contain fungal acne triggers and the colorants used range from 4 to 5 on EWG’s scale.Generation G- •The color on these are absolutely lovely. They do smell heavily of rose and are drying. •I will continue to use because they are beautiful.Balm Dot Com- •I have only used on my lips. I liked the scents and they decently moisturized my lips. Would recommend if you like balms.Solution- •Very fragranced •I do not recommend to sensitive or dry skin. I do recommend for acne prone skin, but only in moderation. •I use this very lightly over troubled areas and on my nose. •Has shrunken the pores on and around my nose, but caused a rash when used too close to my mouth.I will not list all of their skincare. A quick search of the ingredients will show the risky ingredients they chose to put in. These include alcohols, heavy fragrance, comedogenic oils, and potentially irritating essential oils. I recommend SkinCarisma to look up the products.*About my skin: Combination to oily. The more moisture I give it, the less oily it becomes. Prone to acne only when irritated. On the sensitive side, but not horribly so. Pretty close to “glass skin” goalTLDR: ALWAYS research the ingredients list before purchasing products. Companies may look like they have “healthy” products for your skin, but you would be surprised at what you find. SkinCarisma is a great source.If this is helpful, I’ll post about TULA next.
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Submitted by ninkeyy
Glossier claims to have a “skin first” philosophy, however, their ingredients tell a different story.I originally found this brand a few months ago while looking for a very light “tint” to enhance my face. I have a pretty serious skincare regimen and wanted to highlight my hard work. When I read about the company and the products, I was very excited. Here’s a little breakdown of their products.Skin Tint - •Claims to be “appropriate for all skin types and non-irritating” •When I took a closer look at the ingredients list, it contains ALCOHOL, Corn Oil, and Castor Oil. •After two days of use, my “glass skin” was covered in irritation and painful acne.Stretch Concealer- •Claims to be “non-comedogenic” •The claims are a bold-faced lie as cocoa seed butter and avocado oil are included ingredients. •It didn’t cause irritation under my eyes. It was very oily however and didn’t do much to cover the spots the tint caused. I would not recommend to use over acne but under eye use seemed okay. I set with a light powder.Haloscope- •Includes coconut oil, castor oil, and sweet almond oil. •I limited this to the high points of my face. While being a bit greasy, has not seemed to cause irritation. I would not recommend to use over acne.Lidstar- •Contains Aluminum (EWG scale of 4-9.) •This should be noted for people that try to avoid aluminum in their skincare and deodorants. •Did not cause breakouts or irritation-Mascara, and Eyeliner • Did not cause any irritation. Would recommend for all skin types. •Mascara takes a bit of rubbing to get off.Boy Brow and Brow Flick- •Didn’t cause any inflammation or irritation. •Would recommend to all skin typesCloud Paint- •Pretty, pigmented colors •Contain fungal acne triggers and the colorants used range from 4 to 5 on EWG’s scale.Generation G- •The color on these are absolutely lovely. They do smell heavily of rose and are drying. •I will continue to use because they are beautiful.Balm Dot Com- •I have only used on my lips. I liked the scents and they decently moisturized my lips. Would recommend if you like balms.Solution- •Very fragranced •I do not recommend to sensitive or dry skin. I do recommend for acne prone skin, but only in moderation. •I use this very lightly over troubled areas and on my nose. •Has shrunken the pores on and around my nose, but caused a rash when used too close to my mouth.I will not list all of their skincare. A quick search of the ingredients will show the risky ingredients they chose to put in. These include alcohols, heavy fragrance, comedogenic oils, and potentially irritating essential oils. I recommend SkinCarisma to look up the products.*About my skin: Combination to oily. The more moisture I give it, the less oily it becomes. Prone to acne only when irritated. On the sensitive side, but not horribly so. Pretty close to “glass skin” goalTLDR: ALWAYS research the ingredients list before purchasing products. Companies may look like they have “healthy” products for your skin, but you would be surprised at what you find. SkinCarisma is a great source.If this is helpful, I’ll post about TULA next.
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Submitted by ninkeyy
NEW OR NEED HELP? Ask here! - ScA Daily Help Thread Apr 29, 2020. Text-post only today!
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
Girls Blog 2015
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[misc] I created this chart for my routine! Hoping it'll encourage me to stick to it :)
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[Misc] because of this sub my skin looks better than ever! I hydrate and use a good routine, I just wanna day thanks! I hardly have to use concealer anymore!!
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[Misc] Found a patient's hoard of poop under his bed at work but came home to find this awesome suprise. THANK YOU!!!!!
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[Misc] Care package thank you megathread!!
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The healthcare worker care package exchange has gotten a ton of volunteers (over 200 as of April 10th)!!So we wanted to start this thank you thread for anyone who has received a care package.You can post a picture of the package & products, say thank you to the person who sent it, and generally share all that wholesome positivity :')We'll also do a roundup of thank you posts so that you can check them out! Why a megathread?With at least 200 people receiving care packages, most of whom want to thank the person who sent it!, we want to make sure there is a space for everyone.That can include people who don't want to make a stand alone post, who want to make one at a later date after they've tried the products, etc. And for volunteers looking for a one-stop-shop of ideas to put in their own care packages ;)We also don't want to overwhelm the front page of the sub, so we want to have this option available to those who want to use it! How do I add an image to a comment?Unlike posts, reddit doesn't let you directly upload an image in a comment. Instead you'll need to use an image upload site like imgur, then copy & paste the image link into your reddit comment.Here's a quick & kind of shoddy guide on uploading to imgur. Can I still make a post?As of right now you can still absolutely make a thank you post - especially if you have reviews or first impressions of the products!If the front page really does get overwhelmed, we might need to put certain posts on pause. Posts that include first impressions of the products and other Haul info would be perfectly fine, but posts that did not include first impressions would be redirected to this thread.That's something we don't want to do because this project is so freakin' wholesome and beautiful and we'd like everyone to say thank you in the way they most prefer. But we also need to make sure that posts spaced out a bit so that they get every bit of positivity they deserve. And given that there will be a ton of people receiving care packages, well, it's good to be prepared! I want to send/receive a care package!!!Excellent!! Check out the healthcare worker care package exchange post for information on how to sign up :D Thank you postsDid I miss any? Let me know! You can comment, message me, or even report the post - don't worry, nothing bad will happen to it! You can enter your own report reason like "care package post :D" or "why haven't you read Dune yet?" and I'll know to add it to the list :)April 5[Haul] A very kind ScA redditor sent my SO and I a care package full of items to help our skin out while we work on the ambulance. Thank you so much for helping us out when we had no idea what to do with our newly developed skin problems!April 7[misc] happy tears and so much gratitude to the lovely strangers participating in the healthcare workers care packages. I received mine today after a hard shift and can’t wait to pamper myself before heading back to the hospital tomorrow. THANK YOU for supporting us!April 9[misc] Received my AMAZING skin care package from a kind Redditor today! This means so much to me working as an immunocompromised nurse during these hard times. My skin will be so thankful for all of this as it is currently freaking out. I couldn’t be more grateful. :)[MISC] This box of skincare products and other TLC goodies from an amazing redditor made me happy cry! Thank you to everyone who is supporting us healthcare workers--knowing we have people who care while we go to work makes everything seem a little lighter in spite of the darkness.April 10[misc] there’s nothing that feels better than happy crying after coming home from graveyard shift because of people like this lovely little lady from Georgia who decided to make my healthcare life just a little bit better! to all of you, thank you so much we appreciate you[Miscellaneous] A heartfelt thank you to my friends in CT! This will definitely help me get through night shift :)April 11[MISC] Came home from work last night to find this waiting for me. Thank you everyone who set up and participated in this!April 13[misc] oh my gosh! Thank you so much for the skin care package! This was a much needed mood booster to start another difficult week caring for those who need it[product question] Thanks for my care package! Now help me incorporate it into my routine. Info in comments.[misc] instant happy tears! Thank you, Julia from Boston! Your care package made this first responder’s day.April 14[misc] Thank you so much Iriana! I am an EMT that will soon be deploying to Brooklyn and you just saved my skin. This community has the biggest heart[Misc] Thank you amazing Internet stranger!April 15[misc] THANK YOU[misc] T H A N K ❤️ Y O U ![Misc] thank you, thank you, thank you ❤[Shelfie]April 16[misc] I’m an RN in California and this past month has been hands-down the worst of my life career-wise. This care package felt like a warm and comforting hug. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you. Some people have such huge hearts.[misc] Another grateful healthcare worker who received her care package from a lovely redditor yesterday evening. Human kindness is so healing and vital, especially right now. This means a lot to me; my heart (and my skin) are so happy. (first impression for two products in comments)[misc] Thank you so much, Kat! I am an ICU nurse working in my hospital’s Biocontainment Unit, and your care package is so thoughtful and will save my skin! Thank you to everyone who is supporting healthcare workers right now - words can’t express how grateful we are ❤️[Misc] Thank you Rachel!![MISC] Came home to my skin care package..highlight of a long shift! Thank you u/emotionaladdress![misc] Thank you so much to Diana in Nebraska for sending this care package! 💞 It brought a lot of light to the end of a dim week. I can’t wait to share this with my teammates! And thank you to everyone for being so thoughtful and organizing this; I truly can’t express my gratitude![MISC] Happy tears after some sad ones today ❤[misc] Thank you Leah in O’ahu from an ICU nurse in Maui!April 17[misc] These care packages are getting me through the COVID-19 horror show. Thank you so much Ariana! From an FDNY EMT.[misc] I’ve never received a care package before-thank you so much Alyssa!!![misc] I received this amazing care package today and I am flabbergasted by the the generosity. Working in hospice I’ve just been seeing the very worst of this pandemic and it was a truly hellish day at the unit yesterday; this really brightened up my week. THANK YOU![misc] Coming in from a snowy Chicago day (yes in April!) to THIS definitely warmed me up, body and soul! Thank you so so much Genevieve from NY!!April 18[MISC] thank you for my essential worker care package! I appreciate it so much! 💜💜April 19[misc] Y’all!!! My care package arrived! I’m so honestly overwhelmed with everyone’s support, kind words, generosity, and just overall amazingness! “hi erica, you beautiful tropical fish...” I am literally one grateful nurse, thank you T. You are a true Pawnee Goddess.[misc] I'm overwhelmed by your kindness. Thank you so much for the huge care package and the letter.April 20[Misc] I just received my amazing care package (pup not included) from a very kind ScA redditor! This was exactly what I needed for my skin which is currently freaking out from wearing N95s all day long. My face and heart thank you! Thanks to all the kind strangers for your support and generosity![misc] Big thank you to Heidi from London for this amazing package![Misc] Just received my skin care package in the mail! Makes me tear up to think that strangers all over the world are taking time out of their days to be so generous with people on the front lines! What an amazing thing to wake up to after a night shift! :’)[Misc] Received my care package from an amazing redditor Sarah! You have no idea how much this means to me. Having oily but extremely dry skin from the masks and face shields is a very confusing fix but this has totally helped! I'm trying to pass on the kindness everyday![misc] just received my nurse care package! Thank you kind stranger[Misc] Amanda from Toronto - THANK YOU for the care package. I'm an ER nurse at a COVID-cohort hospital, isolating from my family and friends. Your kindness is so appreciated, and my skin is grateful for the much needed hydration and TLC! <3[misc] Had a really rough week taking care of COVID patients in an overburdened NYC hospital, so this really made my day!!! Thank you so much, Christina!!![Misc] thank you so much Kristen for the 2 care packages! still cannot find you on reddit but I really hope you see this. Your package is possibly the most generous and thoughtful gift I have ever received! It made my day :) Stay safe and thank you again <3[MISC] Wow! I cannot thank you enough skincare angel! My patients thank you too now that we’re “encouraged” not to wear makeup and they have to witness my dark soulless under eye! Acts of kindness are what keeps me going! You warmed my heart and brightened my day![misc] Literally biggest thank you ever to my skincare savior from this stressed out social worker. My skin has never been worse and I can't wait to try each and every one of these things :) :)[MISC] THANK YOU Emily!! I worked over a hundred hours in the last 7 days and felt like I was drowning. This package felt like the warmest hug and an amazing reminder that there is still so much good in the world.[misc] My ScA package arrived today! The generosity of this sub is incredible. I can’t wait to share some of these goodies with my co-workers! Thank you so much![misc] Thank you so much to the kind person who sent me a skincare package! I'm a newly qualified physiotherapist who's been thrown into the frontline and my skin absolutely ruined from wearing PPE. Words can't describe how much I appreciate the support, I can't wait to try all these products![Misc] COMPLETELY overwhelmed by the generosity of Laura from Florida. I’ve been pulling 90-100 hr weeks on an ambulance since this all started and my face is destroyed from wearing masks all the time. Thank you so much, I cried when I opened the box. And she included snacks!!!!!April 21[Misc] Thank you so much, Tracy. This skincare package means the world to me. I actually teared up when I opened it up and saw the thought and love you put into it. I cannot thank you enough, neither can my skin!!! Stay safe and thank you again.[misc]Thank you, thank you, thank you u/asieceofme!! Just got this amazing box of fabulous things to help me take care of myself during this tough time. This inpatient pharmacy technician/buyer feels love after another stressful day. :)[Misc] It took everything in me not to immediately open the world's cutest and most thoughtful package after a long 12 hours of caring for critical COVID patients. This meant the absolute world to me, and I cannot express how truly grateful I am.[Miscellaneous] Pediatric ICU nurse here👩⚕️ I just received my care package today and wanted to share how thankful I am. After seeing all of the care package posts and now receiving my own, I’m simply floored at the kindness of strangers 💓 thank you thank you thank you. Y’all are lovely people[Haul] Received my nurse care package and I’m crying. Thank you so much!April 22[Misc] Thank you Mallory for this amazing skin care package! I woke up to this package, after a long stretch of night shifts, and everything is absolutely perfect! I'm so thankful for your generosity and kindness <3[misc] just received my care package - THANK YOU!!![Misc] Thank you, Elizabeth from Cincinnati for your wonderful and thoughtful care package! It made my day before going in to work tonight. Much love from this internet stranger 💕[Misc] A heartfelt thank you to Carina and this wonderful community for all the support and love for healthcare workers right now! With a grateful heart xoxo(air hugs and kisses a la social distancing style wink)[Misc] Thank you Alice from NY <3[MISC] I’m literally speechless, thank you so much u/PRican82. This is literally so amazing, you have no idea the smile this put on my face to come home to this after 13 hours. Thank you!!!![Misc] Thank you Cat for the incredible package! Love and hugs from me to you.April 23[Misc] Thank you SO much u/qwertyqwerty96! Got home from my 12.5hr night shift to see this waiting, you've made a sleep-deprived junior doctor so happy. I am so truly grateful for your support and overwhelmed with the love and kindness on this sub <3 The socks and choc are coming with me tonight!!![misc] special thanks to the wonderfully generous u/freespoolie for this amazing care package!!! My coworkers will be thrilled! I hope the rest of your studies aren’t too painful, and you join the healthcare worker ranks as a PA to share your kindness and light soon!! THANK YOU! ❤️[Misc] Thank you so much Abby from WA![Misc] Thank you so much for my skin care box!!! After being slammed at work in the ER all week I came home and cried happy tears. You guys are amazing.[Misc] my skincare package arrived and was almost in tears opening it. I love it so much! thank you to Dana for my package and all the other angels that are helping out front liners during this difficult time.[Misc] Wow what an amazing thing to come home to! Felt like Christmas morning. Can not wait to go slap some eye pads and hand cream on. Thank you so much kind stranger, it means so much.[misc] thank you, thank you, thank you u/obvious-elevator ! What an amazing surprise to come home to after my shift in Detroit! You are wonderful and so kind! I can't wait to pamper myself![Misc] Thank you for the care package, it absolutely made my day to come home to! Always amazed by the kindness of stranger <3[Misc] My jaw dropped when I received this- u/PRican82, you are seriously the most amazing person!! I’m so grateful to you and this community for all of the support during these difficult times <3April 24Woke up today crying because of work. Then I found this beautiful package at my door! BIG thank you to u/gawdcomplx for sending me so many wonderful things, you made my entire MONTH!! [Miscellaneous]big thank you to u/SitInYourOwnPew for my skincare package! couldn’t be more excited to try all of these out! [miscellaneous][Misc] The exact cure for my rainy-day dread of my next few shifts in the COVID-ICU arrived at my door today, and from a fellow New Yorker! Kiwi- I cannot thank you enough![Misc] Have just finished work and arrived home to an initially confusing package, but when I worked out what it was I was in tears. Thank you so so much to my mystery gifter, you have warmed this front line worker's heart![Misc] My care package arrived today ❤️ Thank you so much Sandra! I am beyond grateful, this is more than enough new products to experiment with! Thank you![misc] Thank you kind stranger for the skincare goodies!! The hand cream is divine![misc] Thank you so much Jessica (NH)! You are so generous and sweet. I picked out a bunch of my favorites and plan to bring the rest of my amazing package to work to share with my coworkers! Thanks again! Stay healthy![Misc] My skincare (and snacks) package came in! Thank you so so so much Liz! You made my day ten times brighter and I can't wait to try all these goodies. My skin has been suffering lately and I will definitely put these all to good use. <3[Misc] Absolutely bowled over by the most generous, thoughtful care package & the cutest little bear I've ever seen in my life.[miscellaneous] Thank you so much u/rubmytitsbuymeplants for this amazing care package!![misc] Had a rough week, worked a double shift then came home to this. I’m just... speechless. Thank you thank you thank you u/toomanydonuts22[misc] Thank you so much to Shelly from Bend, Oregon... I’m so emotional over the kindness and love packed in here. Amazing to come home from a week of OT at work as a CNA 💕[Misc] I came home after work to find my package waiting to be opened. Thank you so, so much for all of this! I'm trying out one of the sheet masks now.[misc] THANK YOU to the lovely friends who sent me this package 🥺 you just made my day!![misc] THANK YOU JAYME♥️ From an ER RN in Ontario, Canada!! I can’t wait to use the masks!April 25[Misc] thank you so much for my care package! I literally broke into tears![Misc]❤Thank you, Madelyn!!❤ I came home from a 48 hour shift to find these goodies![Misc] came home from the hospital to find this! Thank you so much for the skincare goodies! As a Korean myself I cant wait to try all the K goodies that I never got to try ;)[misc] Thank you, Caitlin!! From an ER nurse in Alaska, coming home to this after a rough shift was so amazing. ❤️-[misc] OMG, look at this care package. I’m incredibly grateful for this! Thank you, Tina 🥰 After working 7 days straight, I’ll be starting my day off with these goodies![Misc] Thank you so much, Brenda![Miscellaneous] My care package arrived! Thank you Brenna!! I'm a frontline RN from Toronto. You've made both me and my skin feel loved. I didn't notice I needed chapstick, but I do. The O'Keeffes is great, it moisturizes and is not greasy, so many creams make my hand sting!April 26[misc] I am so grateful, thank you![Miscellaneous] Thank you so much! amazing care package ![misc] Just received my skin care package from my wonderful reddit friend. I’m absolutely overwhelmed and feeling so blessed. Thank you to this entire community for being so uplifting and supportive. I can’t wait to try everything and eat my snacks. The homemade masks were such a sweet bonus![misc] Thank you so much Mo for your generosity. My mum is absolutely overjoyed by her package! Many thanks to the organiser too for doing such fantastic work[misc] Thank you so much! This really brightened my week :D[Misc] Thank you, Jackie!!![misc] Maya!! THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart 😭[misc] Thank you so much Kathryn! I am forever grateful for the package you’ve sent me![misc] Thank you so much Lizzie! I am so grateful, it brought me to tears. Thank you for also including your number, if I ever needed to talk ❤️April 28[misc] Thank you Jasmine & Phil!![misc] THANK YOU!!! Claudia from NY, you are a rock star!![haul] Thank you so much Alexis!! You have no idea how much this care package means to me! :,) you couldn’t have done any better picking items! Thank you so much <3[misc] Thank you kind stranger for my skincare package! What a thoughtful package with handmade touches! Can’t wait to try these products as each one of them is new to me! I wish I could thank you personally but no name was included. I love being a part of this awesome community!!!We can't wait to see what you got! Stay safe everyone xx
Girls Blog 2015
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The healthcare worker care package exchange has gotten a ton of volunteers (over 200 as of April 10th)!!So we wanted to start this thank you thread for anyone who has received a care package.You can post a picture of the package & products, say thank you to the person who sent it, and generally share all that wholesome positivity :')We'll also do a roundup of thank you posts so that you can check them out! Why a megathread?With at least 200 people receiving care packages, most of whom want to thank the person who sent it!, we want to make sure there is a space for everyone.That can include people who don't want to make a stand alone post, who want to make one at a later date after they've tried the products, etc. And for volunteers looking for a one-stop-shop of ideas to put in their own care packages ;)We also don't want to overwhelm the front page of the sub, so we want to have this option available to those who want to use it! How do I add an image to a comment?Unlike posts, reddit doesn't let you directly upload an image in a comment. Instead you'll need to use an image upload site like imgur, then copy & paste the image link into your reddit comment.Here's a quick & kind of shoddy guide on uploading to imgur. Can I still make a post?As of right now you can still absolutely make a thank you post - especially if you have reviews or first impressions of the products!If the front page really does get overwhelmed, we might need to put certain posts on pause. Posts that include first impressions of the products and other Haul info would be perfectly fine, but posts that did not include first impressions would be redirected to this thread.That's something we don't want to do because this project is so freakin' wholesome and beautiful and we'd like everyone to say thank you in the way they most prefer. But we also need to make sure that posts spaced out a bit so that they get every bit of positivity they deserve. And given that there will be a ton of people receiving care packages, well, it's good to be prepared! I want to send/receive a care package!!!Excellent!! Check out the healthcare worker care package exchange post for information on how to sign up :D Thank you postsDid I miss any? Let me know! You can comment, message me, or even report the post - don't worry, nothing bad will happen to it! You can enter your own report reason like "care package post :D" or "why haven't you read Dune yet?" and I'll know to add it to the list :)April 5[Haul] A very kind ScA redditor sent my SO and I a care package full of items to help our skin out while we work on the ambulance. Thank you so much for helping us out when we had no idea what to do with our newly developed skin problems!April 7[misc] happy tears and so much gratitude to the lovely strangers participating in the healthcare workers care packages. I received mine today after a hard shift and can’t wait to pamper myself before heading back to the hospital tomorrow. THANK YOU for supporting us!April 9[misc] Received my AMAZING skin care package from a kind Redditor today! This means so much to me working as an immunocompromised nurse during these hard times. My skin will be so thankful for all of this as it is currently freaking out. I couldn’t be more grateful. :)[MISC] This box of skincare products and other TLC goodies from an amazing redditor made me happy cry! Thank you to everyone who is supporting us healthcare workers--knowing we have people who care while we go to work makes everything seem a little lighter in spite of the darkness.April 10[misc] there’s nothing that feels better than happy crying after coming home from graveyard shift because of people like this lovely little lady from Georgia who decided to make my healthcare life just a little bit better! to all of you, thank you so much we appreciate you[Miscellaneous] A heartfelt thank you to my friends in CT! This will definitely help me get through night shift :)April 11[MISC] Came home from work last night to find this waiting for me. Thank you everyone who set up and participated in this!April 13[misc] oh my gosh! Thank you so much for the skin care package! This was a much needed mood booster to start another difficult week caring for those who need it[product question] Thanks for my care package! Now help me incorporate it into my routine. Info in comments.[misc] instant happy tears! Thank you, Julia from Boston! Your care package made this first responder’s day.April 14[misc] Thank you so much Iriana! I am an EMT that will soon be deploying to Brooklyn and you just saved my skin. This community has the biggest heart[Misc] Thank you amazing Internet stranger!April 15[misc] THANK YOU[misc] T H A N K ❤️ Y O U ![Misc] thank you, thank you, thank you ❤[Shelfie]April 16[misc] I’m an RN in California and this past month has been hands-down the worst of my life career-wise. This care package felt like a warm and comforting hug. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you. Some people have such huge hearts.[misc] Another grateful healthcare worker who received her care package from a lovely redditor yesterday evening. Human kindness is so healing and vital, especially right now. This means a lot to me; my heart (and my skin) are so happy. (first impression for two products in comments)[misc] Thank you so much, Kat! I am an ICU nurse working in my hospital’s Biocontainment Unit, and your care package is so thoughtful and will save my skin! Thank you to everyone who is supporting healthcare workers right now - words can’t express how grateful we are ❤️[Misc] Thank you Rachel!![MISC] Came home to my skin care package..highlight of a long shift! Thank you u/emotionaladdress![misc] Thank you so much to Diana in Nebraska for sending this care package! 💞 It brought a lot of light to the end of a dim week. I can’t wait to share this with my teammates! And thank you to everyone for being so thoughtful and organizing this; I truly can’t express my gratitude![MISC] Happy tears after some sad ones today ❤[misc] Thank you Leah in O’ahu from an ICU nurse in Maui!April 17[misc] These care packages are getting me through the COVID-19 horror show. Thank you so much Ariana! From an FDNY EMT.[misc] I’ve never received a care package before-thank you so much Alyssa!!![misc] I received this amazing care package today and I am flabbergasted by the the generosity. Working in hospice I’ve just been seeing the very worst of this pandemic and it was a truly hellish day at the unit yesterday; this really brightened up my week. THANK YOU![misc] Coming in from a snowy Chicago day (yes in April!) to THIS definitely warmed me up, body and soul! Thank you so so much Genevieve from NY!!April 18[MISC] thank you for my essential worker care package! I appreciate it so much! 💜💜April 19[misc] Y’all!!! My care package arrived! I’m so honestly overwhelmed with everyone’s support, kind words, generosity, and just overall amazingness! “hi erica, you beautiful tropical fish...” I am literally one grateful nurse, thank you T. You are a true Pawnee Goddess.[misc] I'm overwhelmed by your kindness. Thank you so much for the huge care package and the letter.April 20[Misc] I just received my amazing care package (pup not included) from a very kind ScA redditor! This was exactly what I needed for my skin which is currently freaking out from wearing N95s all day long. My face and heart thank you! Thanks to all the kind strangers for your support and generosity![misc] Big thank you to Heidi from London for this amazing package![Misc] Just received my skin care package in the mail! Makes me tear up to think that strangers all over the world are taking time out of their days to be so generous with people on the front lines! What an amazing thing to wake up to after a night shift! :’)[Misc] Received my care package from an amazing redditor Sarah! You have no idea how much this means to me. Having oily but extremely dry skin from the masks and face shields is a very confusing fix but this has totally helped! I'm trying to pass on the kindness everyday![misc] just received my nurse care package! Thank you kind stranger[Misc] Amanda from Toronto - THANK YOU for the care package. I'm an ER nurse at a COVID-cohort hospital, isolating from my family and friends. Your kindness is so appreciated, and my skin is grateful for the much needed hydration and TLC! <3[misc] Had a really rough week taking care of COVID patients in an overburdened NYC hospital, so this really made my day!!! Thank you so much, Christina!!![Misc] thank you so much Kristen for the 2 care packages! still cannot find you on reddit but I really hope you see this. Your package is possibly the most generous and thoughtful gift I have ever received! It made my day :) Stay safe and thank you again <3[MISC] Wow! I cannot thank you enough skincare angel! My patients thank you too now that we’re “encouraged” not to wear makeup and they have to witness my dark soulless under eye! Acts of kindness are what keeps me going! You warmed my heart and brightened my day![misc] Literally biggest thank you ever to my skincare savior from this stressed out social worker. My skin has never been worse and I can't wait to try each and every one of these things :) :)[MISC] THANK YOU Emily!! I worked over a hundred hours in the last 7 days and felt like I was drowning. This package felt like the warmest hug and an amazing reminder that there is still so much good in the world.[misc] My ScA package arrived today! The generosity of this sub is incredible. I can’t wait to share some of these goodies with my co-workers! Thank you so much![misc] Thank you so much to the kind person who sent me a skincare package! I'm a newly qualified physiotherapist who's been thrown into the frontline and my skin absolutely ruined from wearing PPE. Words can't describe how much I appreciate the support, I can't wait to try all these products![Misc] COMPLETELY overwhelmed by the generosity of Laura from Florida. I’ve been pulling 90-100 hr weeks on an ambulance since this all started and my face is destroyed from wearing masks all the time. Thank you so much, I cried when I opened the box. And she included snacks!!!!!April 21[Misc] Thank you so much, Tracy. This skincare package means the world to me. I actually teared up when I opened it up and saw the thought and love you put into it. I cannot thank you enough, neither can my skin!!! Stay safe and thank you again.[misc]Thank you, thank you, thank you u/asieceofme!! Just got this amazing box of fabulous things to help me take care of myself during this tough time. This inpatient pharmacy technician/buyer feels love after another stressful day. :)[Misc] It took everything in me not to immediately open the world's cutest and most thoughtful package after a long 12 hours of caring for critical COVID patients. This meant the absolute world to me, and I cannot express how truly grateful I am.[Miscellaneous] Pediatric ICU nurse here👩⚕️ I just received my care package today and wanted to share how thankful I am. After seeing all of the care package posts and now receiving my own, I’m simply floored at the kindness of strangers 💓 thank you thank you thank you. Y’all are lovely people[Haul] Received my nurse care package and I’m crying. Thank you so much!April 22[Misc] Thank you Mallory for this amazing skin care package! I woke up to this package, after a long stretch of night shifts, and everything is absolutely perfect! I'm so thankful for your generosity and kindness <3[misc] just received my care package - THANK YOU!!![Misc] Thank you, Elizabeth from Cincinnati for your wonderful and thoughtful care package! It made my day before going in to work tonight. Much love from this internet stranger 💕[Misc] A heartfelt thank you to Carina and this wonderful community for all the support and love for healthcare workers right now! With a grateful heart xoxo(air hugs and kisses a la social distancing style wink)[Misc] Thank you Alice from NY <3[MISC] I’m literally speechless, thank you so much u/PRican82. This is literally so amazing, you have no idea the smile this put on my face to come home to this after 13 hours. Thank you!!!![Misc] Thank you Cat for the incredible package! Love and hugs from me to you.April 23[Misc] Thank you SO much u/qwertyqwerty96! Got home from my 12.5hr night shift to see this waiting, you've made a sleep-deprived junior doctor so happy. I am so truly grateful for your support and overwhelmed with the love and kindness on this sub <3 The socks and choc are coming with me tonight!!![misc] special thanks to the wonderfully generous u/freespoolie for this amazing care package!!! My coworkers will be thrilled! I hope the rest of your studies aren’t too painful, and you join the healthcare worker ranks as a PA to share your kindness and light soon!! THANK YOU! ❤️[Misc] Thank you so much Abby from WA![Misc] Thank you so much for my skin care box!!! After being slammed at work in the ER all week I came home and cried happy tears. You guys are amazing.[Misc] my skincare package arrived and was almost in tears opening it. I love it so much! thank you to Dana for my package and all the other angels that are helping out front liners during this difficult time.[Misc] Wow what an amazing thing to come home to! Felt like Christmas morning. Can not wait to go slap some eye pads and hand cream on. Thank you so much kind stranger, it means so much.[misc] thank you, thank you, thank you u/obvious-elevator ! What an amazing surprise to come home to after my shift in Detroit! You are wonderful and so kind! I can't wait to pamper myself![Misc] Thank you for the care package, it absolutely made my day to come home to! Always amazed by the kindness of stranger <3[Misc] My jaw dropped when I received this- u/PRican82, you are seriously the most amazing person!! I’m so grateful to you and this community for all of the support during these difficult times <3April 24Woke up today crying because of work. Then I found this beautiful package at my door! BIG thank you to u/gawdcomplx for sending me so many wonderful things, you made my entire MONTH!! [Miscellaneous]big thank you to u/SitInYourOwnPew for my skincare package! couldn’t be more excited to try all of these out! [miscellaneous][Misc] The exact cure for my rainy-day dread of my next few shifts in the COVID-ICU arrived at my door today, and from a fellow New Yorker! Kiwi- I cannot thank you enough![Misc] Have just finished work and arrived home to an initially confusing package, but when I worked out what it was I was in tears. Thank you so so much to my mystery gifter, you have warmed this front line worker's heart![Misc] My care package arrived today ❤️ Thank you so much Sandra! I am beyond grateful, this is more than enough new products to experiment with! Thank you![misc] Thank you kind stranger for the skincare goodies!! The hand cream is divine![misc] Thank you so much Jessica (NH)! You are so generous and sweet. I picked out a bunch of my favorites and plan to bring the rest of my amazing package to work to share with my coworkers! Thanks again! Stay healthy![Misc] My skincare (and snacks) package came in! Thank you so so so much Liz! You made my day ten times brighter and I can't wait to try all these goodies. My skin has been suffering lately and I will definitely put these all to good use. <3[Misc] Absolutely bowled over by the most generous, thoughtful care package & the cutest little bear I've ever seen in my life.[miscellaneous] Thank you so much u/rubmytitsbuymeplants for this amazing care package!![misc] Had a rough week, worked a double shift then came home to this. I’m just... speechless. Thank you thank you thank you u/toomanydonuts22[misc] Thank you so much to Shelly from Bend, Oregon... I’m so emotional over the kindness and love packed in here. Amazing to come home from a week of OT at work as a CNA 💕[Misc] I came home after work to find my package waiting to be opened. Thank you so, so much for all of this! I'm trying out one of the sheet masks now.[misc] THANK YOU to the lovely friends who sent me this package 🥺 you just made my day!![misc] THANK YOU JAYME♥️ From an ER RN in Ontario, Canada!! I can’t wait to use the masks!April 25[Misc] thank you so much for my care package! I literally broke into tears![Misc]❤Thank you, Madelyn!!❤ I came home from a 48 hour shift to find these goodies![Misc] came home from the hospital to find this! Thank you so much for the skincare goodies! As a Korean myself I cant wait to try all the K goodies that I never got to try ;)[misc] Thank you, Caitlin!! From an ER nurse in Alaska, coming home to this after a rough shift was so amazing. ❤️-[misc] OMG, look at this care package. I’m incredibly grateful for this! Thank you, Tina 🥰 After working 7 days straight, I’ll be starting my day off with these goodies![Misc] Thank you so much, Brenda![Miscellaneous] My care package arrived! Thank you Brenna!! I'm a frontline RN from Toronto. You've made both me and my skin feel loved. I didn't notice I needed chapstick, but I do. The O'Keeffes is great, it moisturizes and is not greasy, so many creams make my hand sting!April 26[misc] I am so grateful, thank you![Miscellaneous] Thank you so much! amazing care package ![misc] Just received my skin care package from my wonderful reddit friend. I’m absolutely overwhelmed and feeling so blessed. Thank you to this entire community for being so uplifting and supportive. I can’t wait to try everything and eat my snacks. The homemade masks were such a sweet bonus![misc] Thank you so much Mo for your generosity. My mum is absolutely overjoyed by her package! Many thanks to the organiser too for doing such fantastic work[misc] Thank you so much! This really brightened my week :D[Misc] Thank you, Jackie!!![misc] Maya!! THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart 😭[misc] Thank you so much Kathryn! I am forever grateful for the package you’ve sent me![misc] Thank you so much Lizzie! I am so grateful, it brought me to tears. Thank you for also including your number, if I ever needed to talk ❤️April 28[misc] Thank you Jasmine & Phil!![misc] THANK YOU!!! Claudia from NY, you are a rock star!![haul] Thank you so much Alexis!! You have no idea how much this care package means to me! :,) you couldn’t have done any better picking items! Thank you so much <3[misc] Thank you kind stranger for my skincare package! What a thoughtful package with handmade touches! Can’t wait to try these products as each one of them is new to me! I wish I could thank you personally but no name was included. I love being a part of this awesome community!!!We can't wait to see what you got! Stay safe everyone xx
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Submitted by scumteam14
[acne] Perpetual tiny pimples
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[Skin concerns] Keratosis Pilaris worse when I treat it?
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I’ve had KP on my arms forever, but about 2 weeks ago I got recommended a topical designed to combat it (Neostrata PDS with AHA+BHA, lactic acid ) so I have been using it every day and added some Urea cream later in the day for moisture. I only did it on one arm to see the difference better, and to my surprise the area I treat is just rougher and slightly more red (even after 2 weeks of doing this). I am not having a bad reaction to the cream I think, it’s just that the bumps seem slightly rougher and all the moisture really showcases the redness.Has anyone had the same experience?
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Submitted by hghfdrtggv
I’ve had KP on my arms forever, but about 2 weeks ago I got recommended a topical designed to combat it (Neostrata PDS with AHA+BHA, lactic acid ) so I have been using it every day and added some Urea cream later in the day for moisture. I only did it on one arm to see the difference better, and to my surprise the area I treat is just rougher and slightly more red (even after 2 weeks of doing this). I am not having a bad reaction to the cream I think, it’s just that the bumps seem slightly rougher and all the moisture really showcases the redness.Has anyone had the same experience?
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Submitted by hghfdrtggv
[misc] Thank you Jasmine & Phil!!
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Submitted by quietviolence
[Shelfie] HG products that basically solved my adult acne and scarring problems 💫 Plus moisturiser and sunscreen of course
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[REVIEW] Just got my order for Aveeno colloidal oatmeal in, and HOLY CRAP is it good.
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I have dry, dehydrated skin. I want to have more moisturized, even skin and less redness.Just did a mask with Aveeno colloidal oatmeal and you get a TON of product, like comparable amount to the Aztec clay mask. I think it only cost me $6-$7 too. It is a super fine power, and it does get sticky quickly when wet. I made it pretty thick, and next time I will definitely make it way thinner. After leaving it on for 20 mins, my skin feels deeply hydrated and soft. My pores look smaller but that could be from something else. I am in love.
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Submitted by artgirl413
I have dry, dehydrated skin. I want to have more moisturized, even skin and less redness.Just did a mask with Aveeno colloidal oatmeal and you get a TON of product, like comparable amount to the Aztec clay mask. I think it only cost me $6-$7 too. It is a super fine power, and it does get sticky quickly when wet. I made it pretty thick, and next time I will definitely make it way thinner. After leaving it on for 20 mins, my skin feels deeply hydrated and soft. My pores look smaller but that could be from something else. I am in love.
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Submitted by artgirl413
Monday, 27 April 2020
[misc] Thank you so much Lizzie! I am so grateful, it brought me to tears. Thank you for also including your number, if I ever needed to talk ❤️
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Submitted by halfbl00dprincess
NEW OR NEED HELP? Ask here! - ScA Daily Help Thread Apr 28, 2020
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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[misc] Thank you so much Kathryn! I am forever grateful for the package you’ve sent me!
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Submitted by tiredturtle0710
[Shelfie] My summer skincare routine is ALMOST complete! (Detailed breakdown in the comments!)
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[misc] Maya!! THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart 😭
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[Misc] Tammy W. You are an absolutely beautiful human being and this community is so wholesome. As an EMT I am SHOOK by the love and kindness....
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I really don't have the proper words to express how kind this is and how it made me feel. I'm an EMT/Fire and I feel as if I have gotten quite jaded with the world in the past few years that I forget how incredible humans can be. I feel like I have a mini Sephora in my house! I have never had this many skin care goodies in my entire life and I am just overwhelmed with the generous act of Tammy. I cannot wait to try all these out and I feel so pampered and happy right now! This is the best thing to come back home too after a long day out on the field. :') thank you thank you THANK YOU! You people are amazing and I feel so incredibly blessed and grateful.https://preview.redd.it/q3jogpm7rfv41.jpg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ee307f3f31504ae9def711c13c18786c92e1c142
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Submitted by Viciouslyanxious
I really don't have the proper words to express how kind this is and how it made me feel. I'm an EMT/Fire and I feel as if I have gotten quite jaded with the world in the past few years that I forget how incredible humans can be. I feel like I have a mini Sephora in my house! I have never had this many skin care goodies in my entire life and I am just overwhelmed with the generous act of Tammy. I cannot wait to try all these out and I feel so pampered and happy right now! This is the best thing to come back home too after a long day out on the field. :') thank you thank you THANK YOU! You people are amazing and I feel so incredibly blessed and grateful.https://preview.redd.it/q3jogpm7rfv41.jpg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ee307f3f31504ae9def711c13c18786c92e1c142
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Submitted by Viciouslyanxious
[Misc] Thank you, Jackie!!!
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Thank you, Jackie!!! 🙏🙏🙏 Your thoughtful self care package was such a wonderful treat to find when I got home from the hospital today! I am a hospital social worker working with COVID patients and can’t wait to use these awesome goodies. My skin has definitely been suffering from all the hand sanitizer! I really appreciate your thoughtful card and all the awesome presents!thank you!! ❤️
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Submitted by Saratiscott1118
Thank you, Jackie!!! 🙏🙏🙏 Your thoughtful self care package was such a wonderful treat to find when I got home from the hospital today! I am a hospital social worker working with COVID patients and can’t wait to use these awesome goodies. My skin has definitely been suffering from all the hand sanitizer! I really appreciate your thoughtful card and all the awesome presents!thank you!! ❤️
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Submitted by Saratiscott1118
[misc] my dermatologist has died
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I don’t know where else to post and I kinda need to tell it to someone.I was super excited this morning because I finally wanted to call my dermatologist (whom I and my mom has been seeing ever since she opened her own practice, which was in 2012) because I booked my first ever facial last week. I got into skincare again last year and I wanted to visit my dermatologist again. I’ve been putting it off.. because I was too lazy to call and I was kinda busy. My mom met her on the train before she opened her own practice (they used to commute together) and fought very hard for her practice to be successful. She removed multiple moles from my mother and has helped her tremendously with her rosacea. She was a kind, loving doctor, she loved her job.So when I visit her website to grab the phone number, I found out that she died. Exactly two months ago. She was 48 and has two small kids. She has died of a disease (her husband didn’t disclose which one), but it seems that her death came more sudden than they expected because it appears that she worked basically until her death.I am so heartbroken, I was super shocked because it was so unexpected. my mom also felt bad because she canceled her last appointment with her because she was so busy.Eventually my mom and I will get our medical records from her husband, who seems to handle those things right now. But we don’t know when it actually is the right time to ask for them because we don’t wanna be disrespectful toward their grief.Thank you Dr. Christ, you were the best! R.I.P. I will always continue to wear sunscreen daily and even though I have to find a new dermatologist to replace you, nobody will replace you in my heart.
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Submitted by kirschblossom
I don’t know where else to post and I kinda need to tell it to someone.I was super excited this morning because I finally wanted to call my dermatologist (whom I and my mom has been seeing ever since she opened her own practice, which was in 2012) because I booked my first ever facial last week. I got into skincare again last year and I wanted to visit my dermatologist again. I’ve been putting it off.. because I was too lazy to call and I was kinda busy. My mom met her on the train before she opened her own practice (they used to commute together) and fought very hard for her practice to be successful. She removed multiple moles from my mother and has helped her tremendously with her rosacea. She was a kind, loving doctor, she loved her job.So when I visit her website to grab the phone number, I found out that she died. Exactly two months ago. She was 48 and has two small kids. She has died of a disease (her husband didn’t disclose which one), but it seems that her death came more sudden than they expected because it appears that she worked basically until her death.I am so heartbroken, I was super shocked because it was so unexpected. my mom also felt bad because she canceled her last appointment with her because she was so busy.Eventually my mom and I will get our medical records from her husband, who seems to handle those things right now. But we don’t know when it actually is the right time to ask for them because we don’t wanna be disrespectful toward their grief.Thank you Dr. Christ, you were the best! R.I.P. I will always continue to wear sunscreen daily and even though I have to find a new dermatologist to replace you, nobody will replace you in my heart.
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Submitted by kirschblossom
[misc] Thank you so much! This really brightened my week :D
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[misc]
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Submitted by bananafish018
[PSA] Rosehip oil can definitely break you out, even though it is known to be very gentle and is much beloved.
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Short story: I cut out rosehip oil and I'm seeing dramatically clearer skin after months of struggling.Long story: I over-exfoliated back in October/November and ended up with very dehydrated skin. I normally have very clear skin, but it was tight, oily, and broken out. I used the advice from this sub to tackle dehydration, and it worked (thanks guys!). My skin began to clear up, but then the breakouts returned with a vengeance. I was so confused, because my skin was definitely no longer dehydrated, and I'd never been broken out like this in my entire life (I'm 27).I noticed that my forehead was the worst, but my cheeks were ok. The last step of my nighttime routine was a generous smothering of rosehip oil, but it often rubbed off of my cheeks in my sleep, but not my forehead. I finally made the connection that maybe this could be the culprit.Skipped it entirely, woke up with my skin at least 50% clearer. Skipped it again last night, and it's another 50% clearer. I'm so happy because it's been such a long struggle, but I'm also shocked. Everything I read online said that rosehip oil has never made anybody ever break out, ever, in the history of skin.Just letting y'all know I am living proof that it made somebody break out.
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Submitted by chilivanilli
Short story: I cut out rosehip oil and I'm seeing dramatically clearer skin after months of struggling.Long story: I over-exfoliated back in October/November and ended up with very dehydrated skin. I normally have very clear skin, but it was tight, oily, and broken out. I used the advice from this sub to tackle dehydration, and it worked (thanks guys!). My skin began to clear up, but then the breakouts returned with a vengeance. I was so confused, because my skin was definitely no longer dehydrated, and I'd never been broken out like this in my entire life (I'm 27).I noticed that my forehead was the worst, but my cheeks were ok. The last step of my nighttime routine was a generous smothering of rosehip oil, but it often rubbed off of my cheeks in my sleep, but not my forehead. I finally made the connection that maybe this could be the culprit.Skipped it entirely, woke up with my skin at least 50% clearer. Skipped it again last night, and it's another 50% clearer. I'm so happy because it's been such a long struggle, but I'm also shocked. Everything I read online said that rosehip oil has never made anybody ever break out, ever, in the history of skin.Just letting y'all know I am living proof that it made somebody break out.
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Submitted by chilivanilli
[misc] Thank you so much Mo for your generosity. My mum is absolutely overjoyed by her package! Many thanks to the organiser too for doing such fantastic work
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Submitted by HarrietRead
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Submitted by HarrietRead
My partner nearly ate a spoonful thinking it was greek yoghurt... [Misc]
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Submitted by creaduriaid
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Submitted by creaduriaid
[Skin Concerns]Let me introduce you to the bags under my eyes..I drink water, I use Vaseline/Shea butter, but nothing is working!
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Submitted by myneighborsdog
Sunday, 26 April 2020
[Misc] Thank you, thank you to Valerie! I'm sharing my package with my coworker, we are travel nurses currently serving Baltimore. Thanks again for the warm welcome, it's very comforting since we are so far from home and our families.
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Submitted by BombeeButtah
[Misc] Holy Grail Products & Ingredients - Week 14: Niacinamide
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Hi there and welcome to the HG Product thread for niacinamide!This is the place to share your holy grail niacinamide products :)(Thank you to u/crazypenguinlady, who allowed us all to be graced by the most regal, elegant, and splendid picture of Rosie the cat) Here’s how it works:We have a template you can copy. This thread doesn't have any top-level categories, so simply reply to this thread with the template and fill it out. Include as much info as you can! Percentage of niacinamide, smell, product feel, packaging, effects on your skin, etc. Comment template notes:'Niacinamide %' is highly encouraged! Brands will often include that info in the product description, and sometimes review sites will have it as well. But if don't worry if you can't track it down.'Skin info' covers skin type, skin concerns and skin tone/ethnicity/Fitzpatrick type.'Ingredient list' is optional, but encouraged. Online sellers like Amazon and review sites like Beautypedia often list a product's ingredients.‘Special info’ covers anything that people might be specifically looking for. Like cruelty free / vegan / fatty alcohol free / fragrance free / pH value / etc. Depending on how you're browsing reddit (desktop, mobile), there are different formats to use. We've included both types to hopefully make formatting easy! 1. If you're on desktop and the comment box looks like this (Redesign), copy this:Product name:Niacinamide %:Price (range):Country of purchase:Skin info:Ingredient list:Special info:Experience & opinion: 2. If you're on desktop and the comment box looks like this (Legacy), copy this:**Product name:** **Niacinamide %:** **Price (range):** **Country of purchase:** **Skin info:** **Ingredient list:** **Special info:** **Experience & opinion:** Make sure there are two spaces at the end of each line! 3. If you're on the mobile app, you use the above format. But since the app won't let you copy & paste text, you can copy it from this google doc.(Sorry for the extra steps!) Don't forget to have fun!Of course, this thread isn’t just about listing a load of products - it’s also about sharing experiences! So feel free to chat about your product with others, or ask someone a question about the product they like, or share your experience with the product someone else has recced. Let’s make this thread both informative and fun :) If you're looking for recommendationsIf you're in this thread trying to find product recommendations, it can be helpful to look for users with skin types or skin concerns that are similar to yours.If you have any questions about the suitability of a product for your skin, or how to incorporate it into your routine, don't hesitate to post in the Daily Help Thread stickied to the top of the front page. This thread is part of a big series of product recommendation threads. To see full schedule and previous threads, click here.If you'd like the be notified of new Products & Ingredients HG Threads, click the 'Follow' button above this post.Is there a problem with the thread that needs to be fixed asap? Message the mods.
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Hi there and welcome to the HG Product thread for niacinamide!This is the place to share your holy grail niacinamide products :)(Thank you to u/crazypenguinlady, who allowed us all to be graced by the most regal, elegant, and splendid picture of Rosie the cat) Here’s how it works:We have a template you can copy. This thread doesn't have any top-level categories, so simply reply to this thread with the template and fill it out. Include as much info as you can! Percentage of niacinamide, smell, product feel, packaging, effects on your skin, etc. Comment template notes:'Niacinamide %' is highly encouraged! Brands will often include that info in the product description, and sometimes review sites will have it as well. But if don't worry if you can't track it down.'Skin info' covers skin type, skin concerns and skin tone/ethnicity/Fitzpatrick type.'Ingredient list' is optional, but encouraged. Online sellers like Amazon and review sites like Beautypedia often list a product's ingredients.‘Special info’ covers anything that people might be specifically looking for. Like cruelty free / vegan / fatty alcohol free / fragrance free / pH value / etc. Depending on how you're browsing reddit (desktop, mobile), there are different formats to use. We've included both types to hopefully make formatting easy! 1. If you're on desktop and the comment box looks like this (Redesign), copy this:Product name:Niacinamide %:Price (range):Country of purchase:Skin info:Ingredient list:Special info:Experience & opinion: 2. If you're on desktop and the comment box looks like this (Legacy), copy this:**Product name:** **Niacinamide %:** **Price (range):** **Country of purchase:** **Skin info:** **Ingredient list:** **Special info:** **Experience & opinion:** Make sure there are two spaces at the end of each line! 3. If you're on the mobile app, you use the above format. But since the app won't let you copy & paste text, you can copy it from this google doc.(Sorry for the extra steps!) Don't forget to have fun!Of course, this thread isn’t just about listing a load of products - it’s also about sharing experiences! So feel free to chat about your product with others, or ask someone a question about the product they like, or share your experience with the product someone else has recced. Let’s make this thread both informative and fun :) If you're looking for recommendationsIf you're in this thread trying to find product recommendations, it can be helpful to look for users with skin types or skin concerns that are similar to yours.If you have any questions about the suitability of a product for your skin, or how to incorporate it into your routine, don't hesitate to post in the Daily Help Thread stickied to the top of the front page. This thread is part of a big series of product recommendation threads. To see full schedule and previous threads, click here.If you'd like the be notified of new Products & Ingredients HG Threads, click the 'Follow' button above this post.Is there a problem with the thread that needs to be fixed asap? Message the mods.
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NEW OR NEED HELP? Ask here! - ScA Daily Help Thread Apr 27, 2020
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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If you're new to SkincareAddiction: welcome!This thread is the best place to start if you have questions about skincare products, your routine, and your skin. Our community is knowledgeable, and we want to help you have the best skin of your life!Do you have a question?Step 1: Read our resourcesBe sure to check out our FAQ and Wiki! There are a lot of topics covered in those links, but some of the most popular guides include: The ScA Routine (Need a routine? Start here!)Routine OrderHG Product Recommendations AcnePigmentation (e.g. dark acne 'scars'/marks)Dehydrated Skin Or search the sub using this awesome website. You might find a solution to your problem there!If you can't find an answer, or you have additional questions after reading, please move on to step 2! Step 2: Ask for helpTo give you the best advice possible, our users need relevant information about your skin and skincare. With your request for help please include: The issue(s) you need help with. It's helpful to put your questions at the top of your comment (especially if it's a long one)!Skin type. It's OK to be subjective, how do you feel your skin is? Oily, dry? If you need help clarifying, check out this guide on skin typesCurrent routine with the full names of your products (try to separate it in to Morning, Evening, and Occasionally used)How long you have been using your current routine, or product in questionAnything new you’ve introduced or started doing that might change the condition of your skinYour location so we can recommend products/services available to you Thanks for taking the time to include your information! Would you like to give advice?Firstly, thank you so much for helping out our community - without your knowledge and time ScA would not be the same!Some things we'd ask for you to keep in mind: please don't just downvote someone's opinion or response because you disagree.If you can, please take the time to tell them why you think their advice may be incorrect or harmful. It's better for people to understand why something is a poor choice, instead of just being told that it is one!Once a year, we have a big thank you post for everyone who has helped out in the DHT where we give out nifty flairs & gold to exceptionally informative and kind users. Check out our list of ScA Helpers and our most recent thank you post!Whether it be in-depth responses that deserve to be their own guides, thoughtful product recommendations, or simply pointing someone in the right direction, we appreciate all the time and effort you've made to help others!Previous ThreadsThis thread is posted every day at 12:00am ET.
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[Acne] It’s been three weeks since I started using Differin—what is going on with my skin!? I’m really worried. My routine in comments :/
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[Misc] Was looking at buying headphones when I spotted this model with texture, hyperpigmentation and scars. What are your thoughts on realistic representation of skin?
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[MISC] Sensitive and Hyper-Reactive Skin: What I've learned after 10+ years.
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Hello SCA! Long time lurker here. I wanted to share with you my skin care and lifestyle journey after dealing with severe skin sensitivity for over 10 years.Background: I live in a dry city in Canada. I had a summer job in 2008 working in the engineering department. The rooms I worked in were dry, dusty, old, gross, and located above welding areas with questionable ventilation. At work, I began developing severe itchiness which developed into hives and rashes. I spent the summer (4 months!) dealing with this new extraordinarily reactive skin. At first, I dealt with it by taking a myriad of oral medications, OTC and prescription, and dealing with all of their side effects. It was awful. After the summer, I finished the job, and the rashes and hives stopped appearing. My skin was left extremely sensitive and reactive, a condition which has only worsened with time. I believe that something in the environment at this workplace permanently "sensitized" my skin.At first, I cut out all products with fragrance, this includes essential oils, and anything with mint or menthol. Over time, I realized that I also cannot use anything containing sodium laureth sulfate or sodium lauryl sulfate. I can use derivatives, such as sodium lauryl sarcinate, etc. Note that I don't actually have any allergies, these are sensitivities.I will note that my sensitivity is the WORST on my scalp, fairly bad in the armpit / sides of body region, as well as my inner thighs. My face is also fairly reactive, especially near my hairline, nose, and cheeks. The products that most aggravated my skin were soaps, shampoo and shaving cream. I have developed eczema in these regions, as well as sebhorric dermatitis on my scalp. I cannot use the majority of prescription and OTC "dandruff" shampoos, as they contain SLS and/or fragrance.One things to note - product rotation is key with hyper reactive skin. If I use the same ingredient repeatedly, there is a higher chance that I will develop a sensitivity to it. What does that look like? Hives, rashes, itching, breakouts of dandruff, etc. Because of this, I try to use products with as few ingredients as possible (less possible irritants to react to or develop reactions to). I also rotate certain products, especially cleansing agents as these seem to be the things I react to most often.Here are the products that I use to keep everything in check:Hair:Note on Shampoo: Due to the sebhorric dermatitis, my scalp develops thick, oily, scaly sebum and skin buildup that one shampooing does not adequately remove. I will alternate between using Shampoo 1 one day, Shampoo 2 the next day, both shampoos the third day. I try to wash my hair at most 2-3 times per week, as I react to the water in the shower (more on that later) and my skin on my torso reacts to shampoo rinsing over them.Shampoo 1: Psoriasin Treatment Shampoo. This contains salicylic acid, no SLS or fragrance, and a rather short ingredient list. I follow the directions on the bottle to leave on for a few minutes. This is my HG for keeping the sebhorric dermatitis at bay, though I do find it slightly drying.Shampoo 2: Cliniderm Soothing Scalp Shampoo. This is an eczema approved shampoo that I find very soothing and gentle. SLS and fragrance free.Conditioner: I don't put on my scalp, so don't need to stress as much. I haven't found any HG conditioner, so use whatever I find at the health food store that is fragrance free with as few ingredients as possible. Typically I find these products rather heavy and leave my hair feeling weighed down, but my goal is to not have scales and rashes, so that is okay. I currently use Nature Clean Unscented Conditioner and was recently using Green Beaver Coconut Moisturizing Natural Conditioner.No styling products except for minimal use of silicone-free low fragrance heat protectant (long discontinued so I won't bother mentioning the brand) which I avoid getting on my roots.Body and Face cleaners and moisturizing:Avene Xericalm AD Lipid Replenishing Cleansing Oil: This is so soothing, gentle and gentle. I mainly use this as a body wash. You can also add it to the bath for a soak. I also use it to wash my face in the shower. When my scalp is having a really bad day, usually because some jerk sprayed cologne around me, I will use this in lieu of shampoo. I don't regularly use it on my scalp, because it isn't as good at removing sebum buildup as the shampoos listed above.Eucerin Complete Repair Cleanser: I rotate between this and the Avene cleanser for body and face wash in the shower. I find this one a bit more cleansing, but still very gentle.Shaving cream: Aveeno Therapeutic Shave Gel is my HG. It's fragrance free and so soothing! I don't like to travel with the pressurized container, so I bring Every Man Jack Fragrance Free Shave Cream which I also adore (but it's pricier). I have also used Cerave Cleansing Bar as a shaving medium for shorter trips, which works very well too.Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Cream: My HG! I use this body and face, anywhere that is itchy or scaly. It's expensive, so I only use it on those spots and only when needed. This is AMAZING for getting rid of itchy spots, hives, eczema, everything.Eucerin Skin Calming Cream: This one is almost as good as the Eczema Relief Body Cream, but I can get it for cheaper because Costco sometimes sells it. Use it the same way as the Eczema cream.Cerave Daily Moisturizing Lotion: This is my HG! I use this to moisturize my face, neck, and chest. I have tried the Moisturizing Cream, but personally find that it doesn't absorb as well and feels too heavy and the moisturizing payoff doesn't seem any better than the lotion.Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion (Fragrance Free): I put this all over my body wherever the other creams did not already cover (mostly lower legs, arms, stomach, etc). Excellent every day moisturizer.Clarins Contour Body Treatment Oil: Okay, this one doesn't seem to fit, but I love it so much. If I am having a good day with my skin (no itching or hives), I will use this immediately after the shower on wet skin from the ankles to the waist, plus on my arm flab. I follow with the moisturizers listed above. This oil smells AMAZING, I don't react to it at all, and it leaves my skin absolutely silky smooth, soft, and FIRM. It is amazing for cellulite too.Deodorant: Routine Cream SUPERSTAR Deodorant. As mentioned before, my armpits are extremely reactive. I cannot handle anything with fragrance, or with aluminum, or alcohol, or anything. I am also a naturally very smelly (ew) person. After years of rashes, burning, and itching, I gave up on smelling okay and settled for various natural deodorants that didn't really work. I tried many products, from salt-based (stung and didn't work) to rice based (didn't work), and have finally found my HG. I honestly don't know what I would do without Superstar, it is fabulous. It seems pricy at $30 per tub, but they last me over a year each. They smell strongly, but it's all natural and I don't react to it at all. SUPERSTAR contains coconut oil, kaolin clay (my fave ingredient) and several trendy ingredients like activated charcoal, magnesium, and probiotics. It is absolutely amazing. It honestly works better than any other deodorant or antiperspirant that I have ever tried, and my arm pits feel so happy!Hand soap: Due to my SLS and fragrance sensitivities, I get very bad skin reactions from hand soap. I love Live Clean Coconut Milk Hand Soap. This is my HG, I'm in love.Toothpaste: Okay I feel silly including this, but I kept getting canker sores in my mouth and finally realized that my tooth paste had SLS in it! Since switching to Sensodyne Fresh Mint Tooth Paste (note that you have to check the ingredients - many have sodium laureth sulfate) my gums have been much happier!Face Skin Care:In addition to my Cerave obsession, I am really into Asian Skin Care, namely as I find the products tend to be gentle and good for my sensitive skin. Sensitive skin ages faster than other skin due to its damaged moisture barrier, so I try to use serums and repairing products as tolerated. I also have developed rosacea and have issues with clogged pores, but since I don't tolerate actives very well, this is the skin issue that I have yet to find an adequate solution for.Cleansers are listed above with body stuff - my face is so sensitive that I can't really use anything else. I occasionally dabble in double cleansing on good days, so will use Hado Labo Cleansing Oil followed by the Eucerin cleanser listed above**.** Not much to say about this - I don't notice much of a difference (good or bad) when I use it. I was hoping it would help with clogged pores, but it doesn't really. It is excellent at removing foundation, so I always use it if I wore makeup that day.Hado Labo Gokujyun Lotion: This toner has a lot of hyaluronic acid in it and is great under moisturizer. I use it AM and PM unless I'm in a major reaction (less is more on those days!).Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Essence: I use this anytime my skin feels drier or is experience more redness than normal. I find using it regularly makes it less effective, so I try to use it only 1-2x per week. I find it makes a huge difference with skin redness and flushing due to heat.Lip routine: Aquaphor: Love this as a lip balm. First I apply Gokujyun lotion to my lips, let it get tacky, then apply my Cerave moisturizer, let it absorb a bit, then apply the aquaphor in a thick layer. Lovely! For whatever reason, this combination makes my lips quite pink and people often ask me what lip gloss I'm wearing (LOL!) My husband will try not to kiss me because he doesn't want to get the colour on his lips.Environmental factors:Water: I have found that I react strongly to chlorine in water. The amount of chlorine in my water fluctuates depending on the time of year (usually worse when runoff is higher, like in spring). I also struggle with hard water. I don't know if the minerals in the hard water cause reactions, or if it is simply the fact that hard water does not remove cleansing products as effectively, so perhaps I react to the product residue on my skin. For this reason, I try to limit bathing to every other day and only wash my face in the evening. I try to wash my hair twice a week (so often shower without wetting my hair). I don't get very sweaty or dirty, so am able to pull this off. Either way, my biggest priority over the last few years was to get a water softener. This meant changing my living arrangements, but honestly it has been so good for my skin. The water softener is supposed to have a chlorine removal component as well, but I'm not convinced it works completely, as I still see seasonal fluctuation with my sensitivity to water in the bath or shower.Air Humidity: My skin is significantly worse if it is dry in the air. I use a humidifier to keep my home as humid as possible without getting water damage from condensation.Pollution: I live in a city with very clean air. We aren't that clean, but our wind blows the pollution away (sorry neighbors!). I notice that when I travel, my skin reacts if I am in big cities or areas with smog. I deal with this by wearing extra layers of moisturizer to create a barrier. I also am a huge proponent of scent free public spaces. I tell people who work in close proximity with me that I have severe fragrance sensitivities and ask that they do not apply scented products (hand cream, cologne) when I am nearby. Most people are kind and willing to accommodate this. I will gently remind someone if I see them pull out a perfume bottle, and they are usually gracious and willing to skip it. If someone is wearing perfume previously applied, this is less of an issue than spraying it around me. Some people have serious health conditions triggered by fragrance, like asthma attacks, so it's not a ridiculous thing to ask for.Home cleaners and laundry detergent: I react strongly to most of these. I like to use natural home cleaners, like from the brand Method. Most of the time we use dish soap to clean, which is recommended for many of the delicate surfaces in your home anyways (acrylic, quartz, etc). I use Nellie's Laundry Powder for my sheets, and unscented regular laundry soap for my clothes and towels. If I use scented laundry detergent, I will get hives. I also can't walk down the laundry soap aisle at the store, I will get hives...Sun: Sun exposure is really bad for rosacea, plus aging. Unfortunately I react to most sunscreens. I am currently using Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin SPF 50. I don't love this product - it leaves a white cast (but I'm so pale that isn't a big deal), is kind of greasy, but it does it's job and I don't react to it (yet). I will not repurchase. My biggest way to deal with sun exposure is hats and UPF clothing. I know it's not sexy, but skin cancer, wrinkles, and hives (from sunscreen reactions) are also not sexy... so I'm the lady with the long sleeved, collared shirts and the wide brimmed hat when outside during the danger hours of 10-2 pm. I always use sunscreen on my face if outside for prolonged periods of time, but if I'm going for a 20 minute walk, it's a big hat for me!Diet: I've been told by many pseudoscience practitioners that skin issues of this magnitude are often linked to the gut. I have yet to figure out how to fix this, although I do avoid caffeine, alcohol, and all forms of fun. Just kidding! I do notice that if I have alcohol, caffeine, or certain foods (chocolate, dairy) my skin sometimes is worse. It's not a strong correlation though... I've tried the gamut of naturopathic options and feel that they are all a bunch of hooey. They don't hurt though... but nothing has fixed my skin issues. The only supplement that I find useful is Omega 3 Fish Oil which is supposedly good for the skin, but I take it because it is amazeballs for helping my joint pain. Also, I drink lots of water, this is supposedly good for your skin.Doctors: I have had bad luck dealing with doctors with my skin. They really like to prescribe steroids, which are terrible in the long term and do not deal with the root cause. I don't know what the root cause is, but the doctors don't either! I will use steroids, especially on my scalp, in absolute emergency situations. The biggest thing that helps my reactions / eczema breakouts is the Eucerin Eczema Relief Cream. EVEN more than steroids, honestly! Recently, I've been trying metronidazole cream which my doctor prescribed to me for the facial rosacea. I don't like it because I feel like it's kind of drying and greasy at the same time, but am currently dealing with some rosacea quarantine breakouts that this has helped immensely with.If you made it to the end, thanks for reading! Hope you can find a tidbit that may help you :)
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Hello SCA! Long time lurker here. I wanted to share with you my skin care and lifestyle journey after dealing with severe skin sensitivity for over 10 years.Background: I live in a dry city in Canada. I had a summer job in 2008 working in the engineering department. The rooms I worked in were dry, dusty, old, gross, and located above welding areas with questionable ventilation. At work, I began developing severe itchiness which developed into hives and rashes. I spent the summer (4 months!) dealing with this new extraordinarily reactive skin. At first, I dealt with it by taking a myriad of oral medications, OTC and prescription, and dealing with all of their side effects. It was awful. After the summer, I finished the job, and the rashes and hives stopped appearing. My skin was left extremely sensitive and reactive, a condition which has only worsened with time. I believe that something in the environment at this workplace permanently "sensitized" my skin.At first, I cut out all products with fragrance, this includes essential oils, and anything with mint or menthol. Over time, I realized that I also cannot use anything containing sodium laureth sulfate or sodium lauryl sulfate. I can use derivatives, such as sodium lauryl sarcinate, etc. Note that I don't actually have any allergies, these are sensitivities.I will note that my sensitivity is the WORST on my scalp, fairly bad in the armpit / sides of body region, as well as my inner thighs. My face is also fairly reactive, especially near my hairline, nose, and cheeks. The products that most aggravated my skin were soaps, shampoo and shaving cream. I have developed eczema in these regions, as well as sebhorric dermatitis on my scalp. I cannot use the majority of prescription and OTC "dandruff" shampoos, as they contain SLS and/or fragrance.One things to note - product rotation is key with hyper reactive skin. If I use the same ingredient repeatedly, there is a higher chance that I will develop a sensitivity to it. What does that look like? Hives, rashes, itching, breakouts of dandruff, etc. Because of this, I try to use products with as few ingredients as possible (less possible irritants to react to or develop reactions to). I also rotate certain products, especially cleansing agents as these seem to be the things I react to most often.Here are the products that I use to keep everything in check:Hair:Note on Shampoo: Due to the sebhorric dermatitis, my scalp develops thick, oily, scaly sebum and skin buildup that one shampooing does not adequately remove. I will alternate between using Shampoo 1 one day, Shampoo 2 the next day, both shampoos the third day. I try to wash my hair at most 2-3 times per week, as I react to the water in the shower (more on that later) and my skin on my torso reacts to shampoo rinsing over them.Shampoo 1: Psoriasin Treatment Shampoo. This contains salicylic acid, no SLS or fragrance, and a rather short ingredient list. I follow the directions on the bottle to leave on for a few minutes. This is my HG for keeping the sebhorric dermatitis at bay, though I do find it slightly drying.Shampoo 2: Cliniderm Soothing Scalp Shampoo. This is an eczema approved shampoo that I find very soothing and gentle. SLS and fragrance free.Conditioner: I don't put on my scalp, so don't need to stress as much. I haven't found any HG conditioner, so use whatever I find at the health food store that is fragrance free with as few ingredients as possible. Typically I find these products rather heavy and leave my hair feeling weighed down, but my goal is to not have scales and rashes, so that is okay. I currently use Nature Clean Unscented Conditioner and was recently using Green Beaver Coconut Moisturizing Natural Conditioner.No styling products except for minimal use of silicone-free low fragrance heat protectant (long discontinued so I won't bother mentioning the brand) which I avoid getting on my roots.Body and Face cleaners and moisturizing:Avene Xericalm AD Lipid Replenishing Cleansing Oil: This is so soothing, gentle and gentle. I mainly use this as a body wash. You can also add it to the bath for a soak. I also use it to wash my face in the shower. When my scalp is having a really bad day, usually because some jerk sprayed cologne around me, I will use this in lieu of shampoo. I don't regularly use it on my scalp, because it isn't as good at removing sebum buildup as the shampoos listed above.Eucerin Complete Repair Cleanser: I rotate between this and the Avene cleanser for body and face wash in the shower. I find this one a bit more cleansing, but still very gentle.Shaving cream: Aveeno Therapeutic Shave Gel is my HG. It's fragrance free and so soothing! I don't like to travel with the pressurized container, so I bring Every Man Jack Fragrance Free Shave Cream which I also adore (but it's pricier). I have also used Cerave Cleansing Bar as a shaving medium for shorter trips, which works very well too.Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Cream: My HG! I use this body and face, anywhere that is itchy or scaly. It's expensive, so I only use it on those spots and only when needed. This is AMAZING for getting rid of itchy spots, hives, eczema, everything.Eucerin Skin Calming Cream: This one is almost as good as the Eczema Relief Body Cream, but I can get it for cheaper because Costco sometimes sells it. Use it the same way as the Eczema cream.Cerave Daily Moisturizing Lotion: This is my HG! I use this to moisturize my face, neck, and chest. I have tried the Moisturizing Cream, but personally find that it doesn't absorb as well and feels too heavy and the moisturizing payoff doesn't seem any better than the lotion.Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion (Fragrance Free): I put this all over my body wherever the other creams did not already cover (mostly lower legs, arms, stomach, etc). Excellent every day moisturizer.Clarins Contour Body Treatment Oil: Okay, this one doesn't seem to fit, but I love it so much. If I am having a good day with my skin (no itching or hives), I will use this immediately after the shower on wet skin from the ankles to the waist, plus on my arm flab. I follow with the moisturizers listed above. This oil smells AMAZING, I don't react to it at all, and it leaves my skin absolutely silky smooth, soft, and FIRM. It is amazing for cellulite too.Deodorant: Routine Cream SUPERSTAR Deodorant. As mentioned before, my armpits are extremely reactive. I cannot handle anything with fragrance, or with aluminum, or alcohol, or anything. I am also a naturally very smelly (ew) person. After years of rashes, burning, and itching, I gave up on smelling okay and settled for various natural deodorants that didn't really work. I tried many products, from salt-based (stung and didn't work) to rice based (didn't work), and have finally found my HG. I honestly don't know what I would do without Superstar, it is fabulous. It seems pricy at $30 per tub, but they last me over a year each. They smell strongly, but it's all natural and I don't react to it at all. SUPERSTAR contains coconut oil, kaolin clay (my fave ingredient) and several trendy ingredients like activated charcoal, magnesium, and probiotics. It is absolutely amazing. It honestly works better than any other deodorant or antiperspirant that I have ever tried, and my arm pits feel so happy!Hand soap: Due to my SLS and fragrance sensitivities, I get very bad skin reactions from hand soap. I love Live Clean Coconut Milk Hand Soap. This is my HG, I'm in love.Toothpaste: Okay I feel silly including this, but I kept getting canker sores in my mouth and finally realized that my tooth paste had SLS in it! Since switching to Sensodyne Fresh Mint Tooth Paste (note that you have to check the ingredients - many have sodium laureth sulfate) my gums have been much happier!Face Skin Care:In addition to my Cerave obsession, I am really into Asian Skin Care, namely as I find the products tend to be gentle and good for my sensitive skin. Sensitive skin ages faster than other skin due to its damaged moisture barrier, so I try to use serums and repairing products as tolerated. I also have developed rosacea and have issues with clogged pores, but since I don't tolerate actives very well, this is the skin issue that I have yet to find an adequate solution for.Cleansers are listed above with body stuff - my face is so sensitive that I can't really use anything else. I occasionally dabble in double cleansing on good days, so will use Hado Labo Cleansing Oil followed by the Eucerin cleanser listed above**.** Not much to say about this - I don't notice much of a difference (good or bad) when I use it. I was hoping it would help with clogged pores, but it doesn't really. It is excellent at removing foundation, so I always use it if I wore makeup that day.Hado Labo Gokujyun Lotion: This toner has a lot of hyaluronic acid in it and is great under moisturizer. I use it AM and PM unless I'm in a major reaction (less is more on those days!).Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Essence: I use this anytime my skin feels drier or is experience more redness than normal. I find using it regularly makes it less effective, so I try to use it only 1-2x per week. I find it makes a huge difference with skin redness and flushing due to heat.Lip routine: Aquaphor: Love this as a lip balm. First I apply Gokujyun lotion to my lips, let it get tacky, then apply my Cerave moisturizer, let it absorb a bit, then apply the aquaphor in a thick layer. Lovely! For whatever reason, this combination makes my lips quite pink and people often ask me what lip gloss I'm wearing (LOL!) My husband will try not to kiss me because he doesn't want to get the colour on his lips.Environmental factors:Water: I have found that I react strongly to chlorine in water. The amount of chlorine in my water fluctuates depending on the time of year (usually worse when runoff is higher, like in spring). I also struggle with hard water. I don't know if the minerals in the hard water cause reactions, or if it is simply the fact that hard water does not remove cleansing products as effectively, so perhaps I react to the product residue on my skin. For this reason, I try to limit bathing to every other day and only wash my face in the evening. I try to wash my hair twice a week (so often shower without wetting my hair). I don't get very sweaty or dirty, so am able to pull this off. Either way, my biggest priority over the last few years was to get a water softener. This meant changing my living arrangements, but honestly it has been so good for my skin. The water softener is supposed to have a chlorine removal component as well, but I'm not convinced it works completely, as I still see seasonal fluctuation with my sensitivity to water in the bath or shower.Air Humidity: My skin is significantly worse if it is dry in the air. I use a humidifier to keep my home as humid as possible without getting water damage from condensation.Pollution: I live in a city with very clean air. We aren't that clean, but our wind blows the pollution away (sorry neighbors!). I notice that when I travel, my skin reacts if I am in big cities or areas with smog. I deal with this by wearing extra layers of moisturizer to create a barrier. I also am a huge proponent of scent free public spaces. I tell people who work in close proximity with me that I have severe fragrance sensitivities and ask that they do not apply scented products (hand cream, cologne) when I am nearby. Most people are kind and willing to accommodate this. I will gently remind someone if I see them pull out a perfume bottle, and they are usually gracious and willing to skip it. If someone is wearing perfume previously applied, this is less of an issue than spraying it around me. Some people have serious health conditions triggered by fragrance, like asthma attacks, so it's not a ridiculous thing to ask for.Home cleaners and laundry detergent: I react strongly to most of these. I like to use natural home cleaners, like from the brand Method. Most of the time we use dish soap to clean, which is recommended for many of the delicate surfaces in your home anyways (acrylic, quartz, etc). I use Nellie's Laundry Powder for my sheets, and unscented regular laundry soap for my clothes and towels. If I use scented laundry detergent, I will get hives. I also can't walk down the laundry soap aisle at the store, I will get hives...Sun: Sun exposure is really bad for rosacea, plus aging. Unfortunately I react to most sunscreens. I am currently using Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin SPF 50. I don't love this product - it leaves a white cast (but I'm so pale that isn't a big deal), is kind of greasy, but it does it's job and I don't react to it (yet). I will not repurchase. My biggest way to deal with sun exposure is hats and UPF clothing. I know it's not sexy, but skin cancer, wrinkles, and hives (from sunscreen reactions) are also not sexy... so I'm the lady with the long sleeved, collared shirts and the wide brimmed hat when outside during the danger hours of 10-2 pm. I always use sunscreen on my face if outside for prolonged periods of time, but if I'm going for a 20 minute walk, it's a big hat for me!Diet: I've been told by many pseudoscience practitioners that skin issues of this magnitude are often linked to the gut. I have yet to figure out how to fix this, although I do avoid caffeine, alcohol, and all forms of fun. Just kidding! I do notice that if I have alcohol, caffeine, or certain foods (chocolate, dairy) my skin sometimes is worse. It's not a strong correlation though... I've tried the gamut of naturopathic options and feel that they are all a bunch of hooey. They don't hurt though... but nothing has fixed my skin issues. The only supplement that I find useful is Omega 3 Fish Oil which is supposedly good for the skin, but I take it because it is amazeballs for helping my joint pain. Also, I drink lots of water, this is supposedly good for your skin.Doctors: I have had bad luck dealing with doctors with my skin. They really like to prescribe steroids, which are terrible in the long term and do not deal with the root cause. I don't know what the root cause is, but the doctors don't either! I will use steroids, especially on my scalp, in absolute emergency situations. The biggest thing that helps my reactions / eczema breakouts is the Eucerin Eczema Relief Cream. EVEN more than steroids, honestly! Recently, I've been trying metronidazole cream which my doctor prescribed to me for the facial rosacea. I don't like it because I feel like it's kind of drying and greasy at the same time, but am currently dealing with some rosacea quarantine breakouts that this has helped immensely with.If you made it to the end, thanks for reading! Hope you can find a tidbit that may help you :)
Girls Blog 2015
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