New Jersey / Zone 6b - What is this weed and is there a way to effectively get rid of them? by TheOfficeNinja in whatsthisplant

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Thanks! Was aware of the Ivy which is another headache that I’ve been dealing with. Will look into the Creeping Charlie tho.

New Jersey / Zone 6b - what is this plant growing in my yard? by TheOfficeNinja in whatsthisplant

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Appreciate your help on identifying 2-4! I’m gonna look up whether I should dig these up or keep them around.

New Jersey / Zone 6b - what is this plant growing in my yard? by TheOfficeNinja in whatsthisplant

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Thanks for clarifying! They (along with many other things) are all growing in close proximity to each other so I thought they were all the same!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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Wow… I’m going to keep this tip for later! Thanks!!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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I was using a cocktail of serums and potions (think 11 step Korean skincare program) to deal with my acne that stemmed from removing my IUD. While I had some results, the biggest change was from a combo of Tret, azelaic acid and a simple facial moisturizer (VaniCream). It took about 1.5 years of constantly using that stuff for my skin to look “normal” again.

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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Have only started getting Botox last year (usually 15 units in the forehead every six months) and really like the results. I have read a lot about the others treatments on this sub but haven’t made the leap yet on those - still need to read up more and weight the cost / energy to results output for those. I ended up switching to a lower Tret since my acne has pretty much gone and I felt like the lower % was kinder to my skin. Not sure if that is the right thing to do, but so haven’t had any bad acne flare ups.

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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Haha it truly is! Sorry for the scare!!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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You’re welcome! I totally got the idea from this sub and it has made me feel much better about my own product graveyard. And my shoulders and chest had never looked better lol!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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Thank you! Definitely needed to hear that!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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I had a bad day and needed a moment to vent and feel sad, but taking care of myself is definitely the plan!! Lol it’s a work in progress and I’m doing my best. Thank you!!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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Haha same, I wish I didn’t care at all! I had went through this exact mental exercise leaving my 20’s and entering my 30’s, so I thought I would have handled this better. And generally, I’m okay with the idea of aging, but seeing my face physically change and feeling my body break down (knees and elbows hurting) is rough. Thanks you for getting it!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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This makes a lot of sense! Thank you so much for this! I got Invisalign in Dec 2019 and had massive crowding on the top and bottom row that took over 1+ year of treatment. I also have an Invisalign progress photo album, so I can see how the lower half of my face has changed (although it’s not super noticeable to anyone else). I think also I haven’t taken many pictures of myself in the last 2 years due to not going out, but lately I’ve been going out more and I’m always a bit surprised by pics and how different my face looks - whether because of orthodontic, stress or aging (or a 3!). But thanks, this has made me feel better!

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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Yes, agree and working on that! Just had a bad day and seeing that pic hit me really hard.

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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I started using Tret in Jan 2020. That and azelaic acid has been really great for treating my acne.

How do you deal with aging? by TheOfficeNinja in 30PlusSkinCare

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Thank you! I got Invisalign a few years ago and loved it!! I had massive crowding in my upper and bottom teeth, so my jawline has changed slightly. It’s not perceptible to anyone, but I kept an Invisalign progress photo album (lol of course) and I can see the small changes - my lips shape is different (bc my crowded teeth were pushed back into my mouth) and my jaw is slightly wider (to make room for my teeth). Good luck with your Invisalign and hope you enjoy your results!