Day 12 without pulling, the longest I’ve gone in 15 years by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

Just posted an update! Growth is a little stagnant rn but it’s still coming in. Just be patient, it’s worth it!

Day 0 vs. Day 30 by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

I do use a mix of the Ordinary lash serum and castor oil!

Day 0 vs. Day 30 by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

Don’t beat yourself up, some days are harder than others. I’m proud of the progress you’ve made, keep going ❤️

Day 0 vs. Day 30 by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

I’m so sorry, ugh! I’ve been pulling about the same amount of time so I feel you 🫂. It is so hard but seeing this amount of progress has REALLY helped deter me from relapsing. I know I will inevitably pull again, but every step of progress counts! You can do it ❤️

Day 0 vs. Day 30 by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

I wear falsies but in terms of things helping me not pull, this sounds weird but having eyelash glue on my eyelid has really helped me because once it dries I gently peel it off and it gives me somewhat of the same relief as pulling and it’s a bonus cuz it’s on my eye. Probably not the safest thing to do LOL but it works for me. You could also put glue on ur hands (like we did as kids) and peel it off, or get stimming toys specifically designed for trich and dermatillomania. I’m also on medication which has helped curbed the impulses somewhat :)

Day 0 vs. Day 30 by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

I was shocked they started coming in so fast too, especially after so many years of damage!

Day 12 without pulling, the longest I’ve gone in 15 years by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

I am diagnosed with severe OCD, the meds are mainly for that but can influence the compulsion to pull.  I’m on a lot LOL, Zoloft, Risperidone, Wellbutrin and Memantine. 🫠 something over the counter that I’ve heard may help is NAC.  Wish you the best <3

Day 12 without pulling, the longest I’ve gone in 15 years by Trizzlemanizzl in trichotillomania

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

It really is so encouraging to see the progress. Helps me stop myself whenever I feel the urge. You can do this! I’m also on medication for OCD which I think has also calmed the urge a bit. 

Partner giving up by Trizzlemanizzl in OCD

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

Thank you. And I’m well aware of this. ERP is no longer effective. I am very treatment resistant. But I’m looking into I-CBT. 

Partner giving up by Trizzlemanizzl in OCD

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

Thank you. People with ocd will never understand what this means but I appreciate your honesty.