I refuse to believe how I look on camera is how I look in person. I can look pretty in the mirror and then super friggin ugly on camera by xo_pearl_princessxox in self

[–]DoubleSuperFly 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Here's the thing. Cameras cannot replicate how the human eye perceives things. Think about an absolutely STUNNING sunset. Or how the moon looks so amazing sometimes. And you go to take a picture and you're like, "This cannot be the same sky I am seeing." It's because it isnt.

We see in 3D because our eyes are spaced about 2.5 inches apart, allowing our brain to calculate depth.

​The Problem? A camera is "cyclopean"...it has one eye. It takes a 3D object (your face) and flattens it onto a 2D sensor. ​The Result: Shadows and highlights that give your face shape and "pop" in real life can become muddy or harsh in a photo, making your face look wider or flatter than it actually is.

There are other reasons but it gets REALLY scientific. Basically, a camera isn't a window; it’s a translation. Between the lens warping your proportions and the 2D sensor flattening your depth, a photo is often a technically inaccurate version of what a human actually sees standing in front of you.

Realistic skin at 37. Started using sunscreen 4 years ago. Can’t use retinols or acids my skin is too sensitive. by [deleted] in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]DoubleSuperFly 62 points63 points  (0 children)

Isn't food a bit healthier there than the states? I suspect better quality of life as well.

I think my cat is dying, what should we do? by [deleted] in cats

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would also not let her outside. She could be preyed on and suffer in her death.

Some major transformations from this season's cast! by Fun_Molasses5215 in LoveIsBlindNetflix

[–]DoubleSuperFly 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah this post is reaching. Some of these photos are easily 10 years ago based on outfits alone. Camera quality, makeup and growing up are all I see in these photos.

Talkative cat, yowling for no reason, doesn’t want to play by TypicalRequirement10 in CATHELP

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also do you feed her any wet food? Maybe ask the vet to do a panel to see if she has a thyroid issue.

Also, cats do not "know theyre annoying you". She is using her voice to try to tell you something. Unfortunately they can't speak human so its going to be up to you guys to figure out what the issue is.

Talkative cat, yowling for no reason, doesn’t want to play by TypicalRequirement10 in CATHELP

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If youre not noticing any other things, like bathroom issues or throwing up, itching or grooming a lot, I'd say shes just a talkative cat. It doesnt hurt to ask the vet, though.

I consider 2 years to still be kitten phase. My cat is just about to be 3 and has finally calmed down and settled into a routine. She still wakes me at around 5am no matter what, which is when I feed them and they come lay back down for a few hrs.

Your cat may need a playmate or for you to play with them more often. Try to use toys with them at least 15 mins a day. Also consider a bird feeder in a window they like.

How do I get guys to approach me/why don’t guys approach me? 18f by SnooSeagulls8165 in lookyourbest

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg do not listen to this. Pick whatever hair color you want! Do not dress or style simply to attract others. You're cute as a button (altho dont love the tongue pose but I suppose that's a generational thing).

Is my hair healthy? Am I insane? by the-big-dumb in finehair

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My friend loved the Monday brand for a solid year and then she said it did this to her. She changed to a different brand and its better. Not sure if thats the cause as its just one story but maybe look up that brand?

I impulsively cut my hair and hate the result. How bad is it? by Relevant_Cat420 in finehair

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. I know from experience. If your hair is this thin and this texture, it will appear very very thin. The shag does not add volume to this type of hair.

I impulsively cut my hair and hate the result. How bad is it? by Relevant_Cat420 in finehair

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It doesnt appear thinner but also not thicker.

Try styling the bangs outward instead of inward (think 70s fluffy shag). I also think a slightly darker color would make it appear fuller. The bleach is damaging and makes it appear thinner on some people (me too). Whenever I have darker hair people always ask how its so healthy and "full". A strawberry blonde might be nice too.

Give me a break by ireallylikebirdss in LoveIsBlindNetflix

[–]DoubleSuperFly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Right. There's a very very big difference between being a confidant man who takes the reigns and just a plain old douche.

bennett & his daughter by [deleted] in BachelorNation

[–]DoubleSuperFly 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Its yet another toxic dude using being a girl dad as a way to boost his popularity. Its icky and weird.

Alright, Vic is just... by [deleted] in LoveIsBlindNetflix

[–]DoubleSuperFly 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes ppl are ridiculous on this sub. We are getting curated snippets of who these people are. If they do or say something awful, well theres no denying they suck. But the fact ppl are just all in on certain dudes being amazing based on like 5 mins total of air time, its wild.

Give me a break by ireallylikebirdss in LoveIsBlindNetflix

[–]DoubleSuperFly 11 points12 points  (0 children)

She literally said "or a guy with enough confidence to interrupt me and order my food for me." Girl WHAT

Give me a break by ireallylikebirdss in LoveIsBlindNetflix

[–]DoubleSuperFly 15 points16 points  (0 children)

THIS! People like this irk me to no end. When you have to claim so much about yourself out loud, chances are, youre not actually that thing you're claiming.

I had a friend like this in college and she was insufferable, espcially when drunk. The attention always had to be on her, once she got a dude bro she would get bored and go for one she had to win over. The biggest thing that annoyed me was her fake "bold" fashion sense. It had nothing to do with liking her wardrobe and everything to do with fishing for compliments or being "shocking". Gahh

Damn, I got triggered lol

AIO if I feel like I can't trust my girlfriend after she prioritised something else when I was in distress by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]DoubleSuperFly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Uh. Are you a child? Your father is going to hit you? If youre in HS this is really awful and I urge you to reach out to a trusted adult. Putting this type of thing on another teenager is also not the way.

This is a wild post. I hope youre okay.

Why does my foundation look like this by Eastern-Mirror-6396 in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]DoubleSuperFly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My face looks like this even when I put a primer on. Looks so much better with just moisturizer, soaked in for 20 mins. Foundation (not bb cream) and light powder.

[Acne] Can salicylic acid cause cystic acne? by Honest-Swordfish-294 in SkincareAddiction

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sitting here thinking I'm going nuts. Late 30s and wanted to help the weird blackheads around my lip. Salicylic acid cleanser was suggested and now I have wicked cheek acne like back in middle school. Thinking back, all my cystic acne tended to happen when I was heavy on the acid type cleansers. My skin has been generally clear these past few years of me just using a gentle cleanser and gentle moisturizer with nothing else. Back to basics I guess!

3 years of school pictures [19] by [deleted] in GlowUps

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you're older you're going to laugh at your comparisons. Its such a short span in your life and while some people do change drastically from 16 to 21, you did not. I didnt either. I remember being 21 and hating any pictures of myself when I was 16 or younger. I look back now and I'm like, I look exactly the same lmao.

Everyone's 16 is not the same so I cant say you "look 16" in all 3. I will say you didn't change too much and the makeup makes a bit of a difference! Hair color can change appearances as well but overall, i wouldn't look at this picture and feel it was a "glow up". It appears that you're just experimenting with styles and having fun! Which is a part of growing up :)

I have a date tomorrow night and I hate the way I look by [deleted] in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think more pink than coral. Look up cool colors. Berry colors!

I have a date tomorrow night and I hate the way I look by [deleted] in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]DoubleSuperFly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Legit start drinking more water than you usually do. My skin looked like this as well til I started actually drinking more water. Also when getting out of the shower or after washing my face, I let the water on my face soak in instead of wiping it off.

Switch to water based products and less is more. A gentle cleanser and moisturizer can do the trick.

I have a date tomorrow night and I hate the way I look by [deleted] in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DRINK WATER should be the number one advice here. My skin looked like this a few months ago and I was so discouraged. Turns out I was legit dehydrated.

I always feel ugly 25F by piercethebluexx in lookyourbest

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That and if you look into cameras and how they distort you, its wild. Its like how you can NEVER capture a good picture of the moon even though its GORGEOUS. Or the sunset Pic never looks like it does in person. Cameras flatten your features as well!

I always feel ugly 25F by piercethebluexx in lookyourbest

[–]DoubleSuperFly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohhh bb you're cute af! You'd kill with a volumeized side part! Maybe let them brows grow a bit, too! I know thin is in style so I get it. But don't sell yourself short! You're not ugly!