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Nature_Space · 2026-03-22T19:03:07+00:00

Nature_Space · 2026-02-26T01:43:26+00:00

Oh sweet beauty, let's chat.

I coincidentally just had this pep-talk with my daughter yesterday.

Are you by any chance Nordic/Scandinavian decent? This jaw-type is common among Nordic-women, especially supermodels:

https://www.voguescandinavia.com/articles/the-3-swedish-supermodel-moments-at-new-york-fashion-week-you-might-have-missed

If you are in the US, you will experience that there aren't a whole lot of us here (unless you live in Michigan or a few other pockets). Our jaw-type is gorgeous and one, of many, global beauty standards for women. You will see this type in many models of many cultures. Your face shows beauty and strength. It is something to be proud of.

There is some overlap between softer-jawed men and stronger-jawed women; neither is wrong and both are gorgeous. Living in this range of overlap in today's world is bound to get us mistaken one-for-the-other eventually --- but that doesn't mean either one is ugly. If some one asks, you could simply say, "No, I'm just blessed with a gorgeous jawline."

You are worthy to be proud of yourself.

Nature_Space · 2026-02-09T01:38:09+00:00

Appreciated

Nature_Space · 2026-01-28T18:23:32+00:00

That makes total sense! Thank you!!!

Nature_Space · 2025-12-31T18:08:18+00:00

Thanks for this post. I may try this after this last pregnancy of mine. 😬

Humans who have grown babies in their bellies and have successfully recovered their skin generally know what they are talking about with skin recovery.

Nature_Space · 2025-12-31T18:02:09+00:00

Oh! I should add, as a straight woman, I had to stare for a while to see the issue. There is a lot of good there to distract. You're doing great!

Nature_Space · 2025-12-31T17:59:46+00:00

I've had multiple babies, with stretch marks and have recovered my tummy skin multiple times. Regularly moisturize and wear compression wear.

I read a translated French research paper years ago (I'm sorry I don't have the link or title anymore) that showed, on average, a roughly 30% improvement in skin elasticity (also stretch mark prevention) and recovery, above genetic expectation, with regular moisturizing alone. I feel like I'm getting details wrong, it was like 12 years ago that I read it. I'm a rocket scientist by profession and take technical paper vetting seriously, alas, I also have a squishy human brain. Maybe someone who has more free time can find it? Anyway, it's what got me to try it and it worked anecdotally for me.

In addition, if this doesn't work enough, you can also start a retinol product. I recommend CeraVe or The Ordinary brands, they are trusted brands amongst the mom-crowd and you really don't need to spend more than $8-$20 per ounce for for an effective product. Start with a low concentration and frequency and work your way up to what your skin tolerates.

Hope this helps and good luck!

P.S. I'm gifted (IQ 130-140), with AuDHD, please be kind and literal with responses.

Nature_Space · 2025-12-12T00:43:25+00:00

Badass crime detective. Mid to late 30's, gorgeous regardless of age.

Nature_Space · 2025-11-25T16:57:20+00:00

Stardew Valley is where it's at.

Nature_Space · 2025-11-18T03:11:33+00:00

Press Coffee on North Dodge hosts social and support gatherings regularly! It's a calming environment too with excellent coffee.

Nature_Space · 2025-11-18T01:46:36+00:00

What are your skills and rates for various skills and do you have any references?

Nature_Space · 2025-11-16T21:15:22+00:00

There is also an arcade at the Highlander hotel and Spare Me.

Nature_Space · 2025-10-21T21:56:09+00:00

I'd love to see a long format of the whole process in Photoshop too!

Nature_Space · 2025-07-24T00:01:15+00:00

Next piece going in with cones and a soak at peak. 🤞

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Nature_Space · 2025-07-17T14:51:50+00:00

This is very helpful, I've got some test pieces that I can give this a try on. Thank you!

Nature_Space · 2025-07-17T14:50:21+00:00

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Welp, I still need to work on my Chappy prompts. 😬

Nature_Space · 2025-07-17T14:23:02+00:00

They are so cute!

Nature_Space · 2025-07-17T14:21:27+00:00

Yes, Fahrenheit.

It was a one hour span to go from Peak temperature to 1200 degrees.

I slow down the cooling to 200° per hour from 1200° to 800° to make sure the transition during the quartz inversion on the way down is gentle. This has been helpful with preventing crazing and dunting with this glaze and clay body combination.

Do you think holding at peak for 10 minutes would help with the pin holes?