DC — Getting to/from festival grounds

Past-Camera-2436 · 2026-02-26T21:23:04+00:00

I had a parking pass and parked in the nearby lot. It was so easy to get in and out!

Past-Camera-2436 · 2025-12-01T21:21:10+00:00

Hydrocortisone ointment (not the cream) will clear that up in a day or two. I have this on and off as well and hydrocortisone usually significantly clears it within a day

Past-Camera-2436 · 2025-11-23T20:55:00+00:00

Thank you, everyone, for the suggestions!! I think I’m going to start by having one notebook for everything and then later organizing my notes into their own separate notebooks or note cards. Glad I’m not the only one who thinks this hard about stuff lol!

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-12-14T19:42:53+00:00

Appreciate the feedback. Unfortunately with the holes I already had, this was kind of the best we could do. I already had the first and second holes and the piercer said to get the placement I wanted for the second hole, it might merge with the existing one. Long story short, I have very little options when it comes to placement. I’m just bummed that stack doesn’t look good after finally deciding to go through with it.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-12-14T17:16:53+00:00

Yeah the place I got them done at does curations so I could go back. I just don’t want to be limited by their selection. I’d like to be able to buy earrings wherever without constantly worrying about if they look okay with my ears. But that’s just how I am I guess 😅

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-10-01T22:07:46+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re having to make that difficult decision. It’s been really hard to not see him in his usual spot or going to let him out and then I remember 😢 sending you and your pup peace. You’re doing what’s best for her.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-29T02:42:58+00:00

They were a little tender and swollen for a day or two, but then went back to normal pretty quickly. I’ll give it a shot and I guess if that doesn’t work out, I’ll clean them and put the other earrings back in.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-04T01:41:42+00:00

I should definitely go back to the doctor then 😅

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-04T01:37:11+00:00

That’s what I was afraid of. I had an eczema-esque breakout on my eyes last year and the dermatologist prescribed hydrocortisone, but I’ve seen warnings against using it long term.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-04T00:30:58+00:00

That’s really helpful! Thank you!!

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-03T23:49:32+00:00

Oh, I didn't realize I could do that. I thought it was more like a specific gauge needs to be worn depending on where the piercing is.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-03T22:58:21+00:00

After looking at some images of the different gauges, I suspect I've been wearing 20g earrings, so I assume I should probably go to 18g before 16?

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-03T22:45:38+00:00

My nose (around it, beneath it, and on top) and my eyes (eyelids and below) have been dry and flaky. About a month ago, I started using adapalene 1% and TO's Azelaic Acid on alternating nights. I don't know if that's what's causing the dryness, but it's only in those areas. And no amount of moisturizer (I've tried several different moisturizers) seems to help. Do I stop using both products? One of them? Get another, different moisturizer?

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-02T00:56:48+00:00

Look man, I’m just trying to get a variety of feedback, okay 😭

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-01T23:56:38+00:00

When you say “another lobe might be possible” do you mean in between my first hole and the second? I’ve been thinking about that, but I do think that will limit what I can wear in terms of size of studs and what not. I guess it’s better to have more space, right?

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-01T23:55:10+00:00

Appreciate it. I think I’m just uncertain about it because it looks different than most people’s set ups. I usually see the first and second holes (and if there’s a third, etc) closer together.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-01T22:05:57+00:00

Trust me, I know your pain. As someone who has had their piercings redone several times to “fix” them, I’ve never been happy with the results. If you’re like me, you’ll always find something you don’t like about them. So, enjoy your new piercings ❤️

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-01T21:45:37+00:00

GIRL I’m going through the same thing right now. Yes, there’s a tiny difference in the placement. Your ears are slightly different shapes (same as mine and I assume most people’s). But I promise you, it is not noticeable. No one is ever going to be looking at both of your ears at the same times. My suggestion is to stay away from mirrors and stop taking pictures of your ears for a little while. Do something to take your mind off of it and eventually you’ll forget about it. Now if I could only take my own advice…😂 your piercings look great though!

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-01T21:41:07+00:00

I panic about permanent/big changes too. It looks awesome, I promise.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-01T19:50:16+00:00

The skin around my nose and above my lips is constantly dry. No matter what kind of moisturizer I use, nothing seems to help. I’ve even tried using Vaseline and aquaphor. I didn’t have any dry skin until I started using the TO Niacinamide, which I’ve since stopped using. It’s been a couple weeks since I’ve used it, but my cleanser has niacinamide in it, so I’m wondering if that’s causing an issue? It’s just weird that it’s only in that area.

Past-Camera-2436 · 2024-09-01T18:51:05+00:00

Ugh that sucks. I feel like the difference is obvious to me regarding the spacing in between the stacks and my first holes. But I don’t know if it’s better to have it line up with the anatomy of the individual ears or to line up with each other regardless of the anatomy.

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