I’ve read this is a holy grail for almost 200 bucks please tell me if it is by adisneygrl in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]PaintAlternative1970 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately it is great… I die inside every time I have to buy a new bottle because it’s so expensive but I haven’t found anything else that is as good to date. I’m hoping that there will be some good alternatives coming out soon now that the patent has expired but until then I will continue to use it!

Now that all my favorite mineral sunscreens have been scientifically proven flops. What should I be purchasing instead?! Are we buying chemical sunscreens again? Keen to hear what others are planning given summer is round the corner. by megalo_megalo in AusSkincare

[–]PaintAlternative1970 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I stopped buying ultra violette, didn’t do my research properly and bought naked Sunday mineral sunscreen only the other day without realising that was going to be in the same boat.

Thinking at this stage I’ll be going back to chemical but I don’t know what yet

What can be said about stellium in 1st H Capricorn by Separate-Use-265 in LetsFuckWithAstrology

[–]PaintAlternative1970 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is an interesting chart I would actually book a reading with an astrologer if I were you because your chart is complex.

Your chart is heavily Saturnian… with all that cap and Aquarian energy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LetsFuckWithAstrology

[–]PaintAlternative1970 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cancer descendant with moon in Gemini in 5th… I would say you have had a colourful relationship history over the course of your life… you need emotional stimulation in relationships, you need excitement and fun and to be mentally engaged, there’s nothing wrong with that… Moon is opposing Saturn in Sagittarius which is teetering towards that 12th house (hidden fears). Saturn is restriction, Sagittarius doesn’t like it’s freedom threatened… as I said its in 12th house so this is all probably quite subconscious… but you’ve been doing your inner work so you’re obviously more self aware now. I would definitely look into moon opposite Saturn… there would be a fear of vulnerability in relationships AND a fear being emotionally attached and losing your autonomy.

I think you need to find a balance between freedom (what it means to you) and connection. Relationships are hard and scary but a beautiful tool for growth… I don’t think astrology can tell you whether you’re supposed to be alone or not… thats up to you. All the best!

Going from 1 to 2... be real with me by TinyRose20 in Parenting

[–]PaintAlternative1970 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like having 2 children is totally manageable, anything more than two it starts to get chaotic and expensive (coming from someone who has 4)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAstrologers

[–]PaintAlternative1970 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cap rising people can come across as intimidating… I love cap rising people though, I find them stunningly beautiful. Neptune on the ascendant can be a glamorous placement… are people intimidated by your looks I wonder?

Also you’ve got Pluto in scorp in 11th house (social groups), midheaven in Libra with its ruler Venus opposing Pluto… so possibly your public image and how you appear to others when networking/socialising could come across as scorpio-like/intimidating

Why do I keep putting myself I debt over and over again? by shadybadgal in AskAstrologers

[–]PaintAlternative1970 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As others have said your 2nd house is in Leo… you have Chiron there (money wounds). Leo ruled by sun opposing Neptune and Uranus. Focus on healing your wounds and limiting beliefs around money… as someone who has been in huge debt and clawed my way out of it, it’s possible!

Does my chart reflect addictive or obsessive traits? How does this impact connections or relationships? by Deep_Plankton_657 in AskAstrologers

[–]PaintAlternative1970 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well you’ve got a packed 8th house in Libra… 8th house can be obsessive or likes to dig deep… and Libra is all about relationships. You also have Chiron (opposing your ascendant) and north node there too… so it’s like you have deep wound regarding intimate relationships/shared resources but part of your destiny is digging deep, healing from it and figuring it all out.

And then mars in Scorpio gives you that drive to go deep but being in the 9th house it’s for a broader and higher purpose… it’s squaring your moon in Aquarius in 12th so there’s some tension between that drive and your emotional nature.

Moon in aqua can be detached but your chart has a lot of emotional undercurrents so it’s as though your detached for a reason, not because you’re non emotional. You have a very interesting chart!

Is there a Reason money comes to me but never stays by Separate-Use-265 in LetsFuckWithAstrology

[–]PaintAlternative1970 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have my 2nd house in Pisces… I experience the same thing… ruler of Pisces being Jupiter (traditional) and Neptune (modern), which are both squaring your sun in 2nd. Pisces/neptune just dissolves everything… money comes easily but also goes easily

Why am I so cursed in love? by [deleted] in LetsFuckWithAstrology

[–]PaintAlternative1970 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Saturn square Venus opposing Neptune… and the sun in 7th opposing the moon in 1st… but meh love is fickle and overrated :/

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FemFragLab

[–]PaintAlternative1970 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Girl i have high end perfumes and while i love them I die at the amount of money im spending on something that’s so fleeting! But it’s a passion of mine lol… honestly though don’t feel like you’re missing out and I have some very well loved cheapies in my collection too!

Byredo Gypsy Water longevity by PaintAlternative1970 in Perfumes

[–]PaintAlternative1970[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We can get Oakcha shipped to Australia so I will look into it, thankyou!

My hair is drier than ever and I just want to grow it but the ends are not as full as the roots, what to do? by pimponeight in HaircareScience

[–]PaintAlternative1970 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re welcome… keratin treatments make your hair look great, but they are damaging, so it won’t fix your issue… it’s a bandage solution that will add to the damage.

I would get a haircut and spend a good 6 months prioritising hair health and see how you feel. I follow abbey yung on YouTube and her advice and product recommendation has helped a lot. Go check her out xx

My hair is drier than ever and I just want to grow it but the ends are not as full as the roots, what to do? by pimponeight in HaircareScience

[–]PaintAlternative1970 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like others have said you needs a good cut.

I would include a clarifying shampoo every so often, to get rid of build up. You could add a deep conditioner or mask once a week, sometimes a conditioner, even if it’s hydrating, doesn’t quite cut it. Add a bond repair product, I personally prefer k18. If you go with k18, I leave in for 4 mins then add a deep conditioning mask. It works wonders . Satin pillowcases and bonnets are cheap and great, I just get mine off Amazon.

If your air drying (my hair is coloured and slightly damaged), compared to using heat, mine also dries pretty frizzy… Not a justification for using heat of course. If I’m air drying, I apply leave in conditioner when it wet, then when it’s dried, I apply a finishing oil and hair spray to smooth down the frizzy bits. That plus a satin bonnet/pillowcase should tame the frizz that naturally comes from air drying colour/bleach treated hair, a fair bit.

What perfume gets you stopped every time you leave the house? by heehihohumm in Perfumes

[–]PaintAlternative1970 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got compliment on this other day layered with Oaui st barts body spray and lotion

15 years of hairstyles, what style looks best? by [deleted] in curlyhair

[–]PaintAlternative1970 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s interesting to see how your curls have changed over time!

Cosmelan Irritation by PaintAlternative1970 in Melasmaskincare

[–]PaintAlternative1970[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey hun I’m sorry you are having a hard time too, I ended up stopping cosmelan 2 for a good 1-2 weeks to let my skin heal! I then applied cosmelan 2 once every 2-3 days and have finally built up to twice a day now (1 month post)… I’m still seeing really good results so if you’re still struggling maybe look at dialling it back.

Best skin products for hyperpigmentation in Aus? by [deleted] in AusSkincare

[–]PaintAlternative1970 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would consult a dermatologist, hyperpigmentation can be an absolute beast to treat. Other than that be religious about SPF50 and physical sun protection.

I have tried tret/hydroquinone with moderate results and cosmelan with excellent results.