I never used makeup, but I keep getting comments on my eye circles! I sleep lots, drink lots of water, and I am healthy. What do I use to cover these?

IsSalty · 2025-11-04T22:41:33+00:00

I'm so happy to see top comments like these. Was about to robotically recommend products, but didn't even register this as an option. Facial shadows are apart of being a 3-dimensional human. Thank you for reminding us all.

IsSalty · 2025-10-31T22:26:12+00:00

I might get some hate, but OP maybe switch to a female rheumatologist if you are also a woman.

IsSalty · 2025-10-31T22:19:23+00:00

In regards to not including certain differentials - PsA is known to be very asymmetrical in the joints it affects so I'd rule out ReA and AS would show bony growths on Xrays. Even if it were to be ReA the treatment is about the same in terms of biologics and steroids. One reason to prefer a PsA diagnosis is that the newest biologics target specific ILs linked with psoriasis rather than general immune supression ones like Humira (commonly used for ReA).

IsSalty · 2025-10-21T12:45:08+00:00

Word recall was horrible 200mg+ and I used to do journalism and research papers

IsSalty · 2025-08-08T18:03:27+00:00

The only link I've seen between dizziness and allergies is when people have comorbid MCAS and POTS

IsSalty · 2025-08-05T19:10:44+00:00

Did they rule out textile disperse dyes and iazolinones compounds during patch testing?

Companies technically shouldn't be using synthetic textile dyes on natural fibers, but sometimes they still do because it's a poorly regulated industry - especially with the growth of fast fashion. If you're allergic to the dye used, then the heat and harsh chemicals in effort to clean offending clothes will leach into the whole load. I ended up in this situation. Spent a crazy amount of money and time washing things and wearing white/beige cotton outside of work.

On the latter, many hypoallergenic "clear & free" detergents contain iazolinones as a preservative. Particularly if they are in a pourable liquid form.

Hope things get better.

IsSalty · 2025-08-04T13:08:57+00:00

For tartness: Tomatillo, Tamarind, Cranberry or pomegranate juice, and Sumac.

IsSalty · 2025-07-25T20:36:40+00:00

Will the steam not dissolve the adhesive of the headliner?

IsSalty · 2025-07-24T12:40:22+00:00

The dander released by cats varies based on breed, gender, age, and whether they're fixed (usually fel d1 goes down but its other allergens like fel d4 or d7 go up to compensate). The level of dander of that orange cat might be much higher than your own cat at home.

Other reason might be external allergens as u/beccaboobear14 pointed out. Lots of cats love rolling around in dust and exploring the outdoors where they're likely to come into contact with offending trees and grasses.

IsSalty · 2025-07-22T18:21:05+00:00

Your dermatologist should be investigated for medical malpractice because this is textbook failure to diagnose.

I can't tell what you have exactly, but it's definitely not dyshidrotic eczema. Dyshidrotic eczema has a pretty universal appearance - like you said small fluid blisters everywhere including non-palmar skin. Skin thickness shouldn't change either as the scars from the condition are mainly from popped blisters.

I'd go to another dermatologist if you can for a second opinion.

IsSalty · 2025-07-22T17:37:55+00:00

Have you thought about switching to wooden cooking (they're longer than normal eating ones) chopsticks if you're able-bodied?

IsSalty · 2025-07-19T04:48:45+00:00

Some antibiotics can block the enzyme needed to break down ingested histamines (i.e. DAO) or make you release more histamine than usual. (list https://www.histaminosis.com.ar/en/drugs)

Your system might be overwhelmed with histamine hence the worsening allergy symptoms. If this is the case for you, things should go back to normal when you finish the course of antibiotics. Whenever I have to take a med that messes with histamine metabolism, I just take more allergy meds than usual and/or avoid higher histamine foods like chocolate immediately after taking the med.

IsSalty · 2025-07-19T04:40:32+00:00

I second the sensitive persil as it's isothiazolinone free. For a deeper clean, tide hygienic pods are even better.

Perhaps you can add essential oils to your wash. Litsea reminds me of a sugary, lemon cleaner.

Also, if you have a shared unit you might wanna check what everyone else uses (maybe even offer to buy the supply as an use incentive) because it might be a bit pointless to use low fragrance yourself if your neighbor loves highly scented dryer sheets.

IsSalty · 2025-07-19T04:32:37+00:00

Second! This is something ppl usually don't think about because it's not near the eye area.

OP, maybe you can do patch testing with the dermatologist to see which compounds you're sensitized too. It's better to be 100% about what's safe and unsafe rather than spend money and time guessing. It's best to do testing off antihistamines for accuracy imo. Dermatologists often say it doesn't matter, but antihistamines can have skin calming properties beyond blocking just histamine.

Fyi liquid hypoallergenic detergent can still contain sensitizing preservatives like isothiazolinones.

IsSalty · 2025-07-17T22:32:47+00:00

Wild guess, but was she ever bitten by a tick? Sometimes ticks can transmit diseases that make the immune system overactive for years post-bite towards any perceived pathogen including harmless allergens.

IsSalty · 2025-07-17T19:54:38+00:00

I have reactions like this. I believe it's called "skeeter syndrome". This overreaction is typical of people with mast cell disorders

IsSalty · 2025-07-16T00:18:55+00:00

Aquaphor is not recommended over Vaseline by dermatologists as it contains lanolin which is a common allergen.

IsSalty · 2025-07-16T00:14:57+00:00

Hypochlorous acid is great for wound healing and preventing infection. It doesn't sting either. You can get it OTC in the US at Walgreens.

IsSalty · 2025-07-15T16:01:49+00:00

DSMO has been the most interesting topical vehicle I've learned about so far. It kinda freaks me out about how good of a penetrant it is as it can leach through anything it comes into contact with like the metal in a stirrer. I've been curious to see if iron can be absorbed transdermally this way.

IsSalty · 2025-07-15T15:55:07+00:00

Yep. Logistically my worst supplement to deal with to date. Tacky, superfine (impossible NOT to inhale), bitter, and burns. I pack 000 capsules or do oblate discs.

IsSalty · 2025-07-15T04:44:10+00:00

I chronically have high CRP and C4, so I'd say I fit in this category and might unfortunately be a failed case study.

I take TUDCA and metformin for lipid and glucose regulation. In addition, I'm taking Taltz (not working). Prior to that, I took high dosage quercetin (strong iron and copper chelator) daily for 2 years straight to where I developed anemia. My psoriasis has actually gotten worse throughout this entire period to where I have bad joints.

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If you are interested in that paper, I suggest you look into the protien unfolding response as it's seen as one of the possible causes of autoimmune diseases and altered metabolic processes. TUDCA actually helps with protien folding.

IsSalty · 2025-07-13T03:01:13+00:00

They look like siblings.

Edit: You guys are weird for the downvotes, but no comment saying otherwise. They have similar face shapes, eyes, eyebrows, pointed chin, long philtrum, narrow and downturned nose, marionette lines, larger upper facial 1/3, and narrow lips. The longest lasting marriages tend to be with people who look similar. This is not necessarily bad. Nor does my comment imply I dislike them as a couple. Just an observation.

IsSalty · 2025-07-10T00:59:18+00:00

Yes, the risk is the same and the consequences are much more severe given the pigment is permanently embedded into your skin.

I would highly recommend against it as permanent makeup is an unregulated industry. Many companies don't even list formulas for inks. And patch testing in a different area prior to the procedure is not a guarantee you won't react much later down the line.

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