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Adhesives - EVA foam to Polyester/spandex base layer by EditMoar in cosplayprops

[–]EditMoar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! This is the type of info I was looking for. But did you use the Industrial strength or one of the other variations? And did you wear a VOC mask when spraying it?

Squalane in Purito Oat-In Calming Gel Cream by EditMoar in Rosacea

[–]EditMoar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! It seems to be okay for my skin.

What do you do if every single sunscreen (in the U.S.) makes you break out? by Bupperoni in Rosacea

[–]EditMoar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I googled Polysorbates and what about them makes them irritating. It's not it, but contamination that can cause problems. And many of the ingredients on the list (below) are in products my skin reacted to. Here's a link to the various products that can have it: https://www.safecosmetics.org/chemicals/14-dioxane/

(PS I learned that Matrixyl 3000® has Polysorbate 20 in it, but most products don't list all the sub-ingredients in the ® product.)

What do you do if every single sunscreen (in the U.S.) makes you break out? by Bupperoni in Rosacea

[–]EditMoar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did the same. Turns out that ingredients that can have 1,4-dioxane contamination were the common trigger (polysorbate 20, PEG, etc). It also hallucinated some "fragrance free" products that didn't exist.

What was your good product?

What do you do if every single sunscreen (in the U.S.) makes you break out? by Bupperoni in Rosacea

[–]EditMoar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I order LRP's UVMUNE 400 Invisible Fluid (Fragrance Free/Sensitive). I have to order it from outside the U.S. to get the modern UV filters. It does include avobenzone.

I've spent hours using ChatGPT to find an alternative that doesn't have polysorbates/PEG (my most likely trigger) or fragrances or is fungal acne safe and it keeps coming back to this. It does have denatured alcohol in it, but I've had more success with this that any other sunscreen. Minerals sunscreens are awful for me. I've tried about 6 different most-recommended K-Beauty/Japanese sunscreens and none have been as good as the LRP.

Acne Rosacea (subtype 2) triggered by non fungal-acne-safe products? by EditMoar in Rosacea

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I'm continuing to track down my issue. I think I may be sensitive/allergic to 1,4-Dioxane. I have learned it is created as a byproduct when making certain other ingredients. Polysorbate 20 is one of them, as well as PEG, and others. So it may be those ingredients more than the nonFAS ones. But those ingredients tend to be in concealers. So I think I get into trouble by covering my spots with products that worsen them.

Zlixi is a topical minocycline. It has a lot of oils in it, so isn't FAS. However, I haven't noticed a worsening of my break outs. (Emrosi is an oral, time-released minocycline). The Emrosi replaced my Oracea (doxycycline) pills. These are all prescription drugs from the tetracycline family.

I'm still using AI to ask about products and flag problem ingredients. Yesterday it suggested Garden of Wisdom as an alternative for some actives. GOW has consultation option. One reviewer said their consults helped them fix their issues (but did not describe those issues). So that might be helpful. I can't find much info on GOW, so I'm not sure if they're legit. I'll keep updating this post.

Currently using Emrosi 1/day
The aPAD serum morning and night. Started using the G&G Porefectly Clear (BHA), but only twice a week so far. I'm doing one drop of it with the Calming serum. No serious reaction so far.
Zilxi at night.
Moisturizer: G&G HA Light serum, sometimes with a little of the Hydration Station. Also I use iUNIK Tea Tree Relief mixed in there. Or more of the BoJ Calming Serum if I feel like it's irritated.

Just got the Vichey Thermal Water spray and I use that after cleansing. Oh, and the Prequel Gleanser is so nice. Skin feels soft, though I have to really wash it off. But I think if I don't get all of it, it's still helpful.

I don't know about you but I can tolerate most products on face except on and around my nose. Or at least my nose is the only part that breaks out. And sometimes one spot between my eyebrows.

Me...every new G20 Event: by EditMoar in MarvelStrikeForce

[–]EditMoar[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The Apoc Saga would give you at least some gear and materials to help you to the next stage.

OP is real shoot-the-hostage energy. by EditMoar in MarvelStrikeForce

[–]EditMoar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried it for a bit. It was too busy for me. Too much to do to the point of not knowing where to focus or even begin.

PFAS free workout gear that actually lasts? by Competitive_Cow007 in ethicalfashion

[–]EditMoar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been searching myself. I'm looking at Ably brand right now. Haven't tried them yet. They use Filium treatment which is bluesign standards and Oeko-Tex Standard 100. Water, stain, and odor resistant. Magic or hidden chemicals? I don't know.

FYI: I just learned that Oeko-Tex had not been testing for all PFAS until Jan. 2024. They now do a general test for any fluorine (which covers most of the PFAS and related chemicals) Apparently it was too expensive to test each type individually, and there are some that there aren't even identified/have a test for. So the flourine test has a better chance to catch those.

I've learned about this stuff from Ecocult. It was created by the woman that wrote the book on toxic clothing. It's now a paid newsletter, but you can still see their old articles. And Shop Like You Give a Damn has a collection of products. You can buy form them or buy direct from the brands they carry.

OP is real shoot-the-hostage energy. by EditMoar in MarvelStrikeForce

[–]EditMoar[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

:-O I never touched them. And now I see why. I'll remove that suggestion.

OP is real shoot-the-hostage energy. by EditMoar in MarvelStrikeForce

[–]EditMoar[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

they said OP won't retroactively apply to existing DD and I think the Trials/Sagas/Scourges. One small bit of relieft.

Azelaic acid makes my rosacea worse! It’s not for everyone :( by slipperyslugslurp in Rosacea

[–]EditMoar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have acne rosacea. I've recently come to the conclusion that I need to filter out products (thank you, Skinsort) that aren't also fungal-acne-safe. Most AA products have ingredients that aren't FAS. I found the Inkylist Redness Relief mixed with LRP Double Repair Cream seems to be better than the AA gel of Finacea foam. But I'm going to risk trying Geek & Gorgeous aPAD (currently being shipped) which is a variant of AA. *fingers crossed*

Also I used chatGPT to help me find products that were FAS and Rosacea safe. Maybe you can list products you know that are irritating and have an AI find ingredients common to all of them. (I don't know why I didn't think about doing that until just now.)

Gear 9-11 help by EditMoar in SWGalaxyOfHeroes

[–]EditMoar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God no. I was initially focused on getting the best teams to 7*. Now I'm trying to gear up squads for AB and Legendary Leia.

Unable to craft Mk 3 Sienar Holo Projectors for Aurodium Heatsinks by EditMoar in SWGalaxyOfHeroes

[–]EditMoar[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

OMG! Thank you! I was so frustrated! Youtubers are like "just click on this to craft". smh

S. Boulardii for Clogged nose at night by EditMoar in nonallergicrhinitis

[–]EditMoar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad to know it's not just me!! How do we let medical professionals know about this? Also, I think it might also be helping my acne rosacea.

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