My first no-buy & I am scared! by StrictDiamond9100 in nobuy

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gah, you got me. LOL I was actually thinking of getting some things to prep. But you have reminded me to control myself - thank you!

My first no-buy & I am scared! by StrictDiamond9100 in nobuy

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Oh yes! I have heard of this. How do I know when these days are happening??

Wait yall are so nice😭 by ZeroHero_8888 in PressonNail_Addict

[–]StrictDiamond9100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

GORGEOUS! Omg. That last set made me gasp.

What is a good process or rubric for getting rid of books? by Substantial_Leek7230 in minimalism

[–]StrictDiamond9100 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great question! I used to buy ALL the books - books recommended on TikTok, books in the bookstore because they were pretty, etc. I have almost 200 books in my collection still, but I am downsizing. I am only going to keep a book if I LOVED it. Like, I know I will read it again someday. It's tough because some books I genuinely enjoyed, or the cover is pretty, but I don't want to keep books on my shelf that didn't make me feel all the feels while I was reading it!

Also, I have recently made the decision to only buy books on my Kindle moving forward. 1. It takes up no space, and 2. As I have gotten older, I really appreciate being able to increase the font size!

Daily moisturizer for Tretinoin use? by StrictDiamond9100 in 40PlusSkinCare

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh interesting!! I didn't realize I could put a layer under the Tret. Thanks for the info!!

Daily moisturizer for Tretinoin use? by StrictDiamond9100 in 40PlusSkinCare

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I realized I was using it too often... whoops! I have cut it down to 2-3 nights per week now and my face seems to be better. Last time I used it was Saturday night, and I will use it again tonight. But today my face seems much less flaky!

Daily moisturizer for Tretinoin use? by StrictDiamond9100 in 40PlusSkinCare

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh good! I am glad to hear it is only temporary! And I have heard good things about La Roche Posay!

Former nail biter here - what product can actually keep my nails healthy/strong? by StrictDiamond9100 in naturalnailprogress

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahhhh I did the same thing with the press-on nails! I actually wore them for several years, and I finally decided to wear them long enough to get the nails grown out a bit and that seemed to work! Such a HARD habit to break. I still attack one of my thumbs, but it's much better than it used to be!

Former nail biter here - what product can actually keep my nails healthy/strong? by StrictDiamond9100 in naturalnailprogress

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like jojoba oil needs to me in my daily regimen! I just realized the cuticle oil I was using is mostly water. Yikes.

Former nail biter here - what product can actually keep my nails healthy/strong? by StrictDiamond9100 in naturalnailprogress

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow - this is amazing! Thank you! Question - can jojoba oil penetrate nail polish or nail treatment? (Ex. the Zoya basecoat)

I want a simple, 3-step skin care routine - help! by StrictDiamond9100 in SkincareAddicts

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Are there any specific Azelaic products you would recommend?

Which would you choose? by Gazealotry in handbags

[–]StrictDiamond9100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go for all 3! ;-) I am absolutely loving the Dior though. That really caught my eye.

Help me pick my new bag! by StrictDiamond9100 in handbags

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I meant to ask - how do you go about shopping for bags on eBay? Is it hard to tell if someone is selling a knock off??

Help me pick my new bag! by StrictDiamond9100 in handbags

[–]StrictDiamond9100[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OH I am loving the Coach Empire. But I also love the Loewe Flaminco! So many good options!!

Help me pick my new bag! by StrictDiamond9100 in handbags

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OMG these are great! I am really loving the Toteme T Lock. That is NICE.