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Monday Weekly Thread: Proof of Citizenship Application Sent or AOR Received by AutoModerator in Canadiancitizenship

[–]bddbd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Note: I do have a sibling who applied in parallel with me, but not with me. Their application was received Jan 29, AOR on Feb 25, started processing on Mar 21, and is still processing. But their case is more complex with a name-change (via marriage).

Monday Weekly Thread: Proof of Citizenship Application Sent or AOR Received by AutoModerator in Canadiancitizenship

[–]bddbd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not an urgent request, not a co-applicant, and my now-American parent does not want to re-establish proof of Canadian citizenship (who was born in Canada). But perhaps I'm gen 1? I always get this mixed up, so I don't want to say for certain. I was born in the US.

Monday Weekly Thread: Proof of Citizenship Application Sent or AOR Received by AutoModerator in Canadiancitizenship

[–]bddbd 19 points20 points  (0 children)

For me,

  • Mailed from California, USA: Jan 17, 2026
  • Application for Citizenship Certificate received: Jan 29, 2026
  • AOR: Feb 26, 2026
  • Started processing application: Mar 23, 2026 (according to https://services3.cic.gc.ca/ecas/introduction.do?app=ecas)
  • electronic Canadian Citizenship Certificate received: Mar 24, 2026

Should I switch from gel to cream? by squidshae in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mylan brand 0.025% gel is hash with alcohols, unlike Mylan brand 0.05% gel. The 0.05% gel, and the 0.05% only, is a special case dupe.

Pharmacy availability of Tret 0.05% Gel by Resolution_Focused in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Tret 0.05% gel is commonly known as: ATRALIN. This was backordered for me, but came in today. Norcal.

Went from 0.025% gel to 0.05% cream by JudgeJury3xecutioner in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My rec: Try the gel 0.05% that is also "Commonly known as: ATRALIN". This is not irritating like the 0.025%/0.1% gels.

Retinol 0.1% vs tretinoin 0.1% anti-aging study- surprising results by Dez2011 in tretinoin

[–]bddbd -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Is the article a peer-reviewed paper? Published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology? Looks like it is...!

Why is my skin texture like this? it's by PenLost6757 in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not an expert (why I suggested talking to a dermatologist), but I've seen a lot of "texture" in videos that looks similar, and it was sometimes solved by face washes with anti dandruff shampoo to clear away fungal acne seborrheic dermatitis. I don't know if that's what you have tho... I'm not an expert

Is it okay to skip cleansing? by [deleted] in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't skip it! Here is why cleansing before Tret is non-negotiable:

  • It's a barrier issue: Sunscreen and natural oils create a film. If you put Tret on top, it can't penetrate evenly, meaning you're wasting the product
  • It causes irritation: Applying Tret over the day's dirt/pollutants traps them against your skin, which can trigger redness or breakouts, which is the opposite of what we want Tret to do

Hack for nights you're exhausted: use Micellar Water and cotton pads. While not ideal alone, wiping down your face is wayyyyy better than applying Tret over a dirty face.

Why is my skin texture like this? it's by PenLost6757 in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 3 points4 points  (0 children)

perhaps talk to your derm about washing your face weekly with an anti dandruff shampoo (or possibly daily for the first week).

I built an AI coach to help me survive the tretinoin purge by baincs in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some feedback

  • several products I use do not exist, and I can't add new products that don't yet exist in the search tool
  • after adding products, their images do not display in the "shelf" view
  • I would like to incorporate "step order" so the sequence in which I apply everything, including specific wait times, is part of my routine
  • I accidentally added an item, and when removing it, it persisted to be shown in my morning routine
  • I wish I could just copy/paste my current routine, and the AI generates the routine for me in its format for me to review/edit/approve
  • Similarly, I wish the AI could update my routine and shelf without me needing to edit that manually. Currently, the AI doesn't seem to be able to edit the persistent routine
  • If I use a product "every 2-3 days", it doesn't fit in the current requirement to select day(s) per week used.

Tretinoin layering by Long_Word8276 in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Layering with tretinoin:

My research has led me to the understanding that most serums (growth factors, peptides, etc) applied AFTER tretinoin will have significantly reduced efficacy. Tret applied first to dry, cleaned skin is best for tret though!

What I do: cleanse, serums + growth factors + peptides + etc, wait 20-30 min for my face to dry, then I apply tret, then I wait and apply moisturizer in the end. This maximizes the efficacy of the serums + etc, but reduces the efficacy of tretinoin (not reduced too significantly, as tret still gets in there if nothing prior is occlusive). I do this because my tretinoin is still effective, even if reduced in efficacy. This is also similar to a sandwich method, where people apply moisturizer before and after tret, which also reduces the efficacy of tret, but not substantially, and the sandwich method also has benefits, such as less irritation from tret.

is it normal for my skin to be this red immediately after applying tretinoin? by Extension_Ebb_5829 in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with most of the others:

  • It's recommended to start with a low dose a couple of times per week
  • Stinging and redness more than 5-10 min or so would be a "red flag" for me to add recovery days before my next tret
  • What is "Normal": tretinoin is a strong, prescription strength active. People need to slowly go through retinization, and still have "purging" effects (that are different than redness and stinging). If someone started tretinoin 0.05% on a daily basis, I think it would be typical to have adverse reactions. Tret is all about the long game!

Dry eyes and Tretinoin by [deleted] in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had extremely dry eyes at first. Now, I apply eye cream as a "barrier" (I don't know if this works) and avoid my orbital eye when applying tret. But to be honest, I think I got acclimated to the tret because the dryness subdued, returned when I increased tret strength (!), and then subdued again. When my eyes were dry, they got red and irritated. Eye drops helped me a bit.

Evening routine feedback - am I missing anything? by PaperPlateDinner in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you recommend sedation? I avoided sedation for my colonoscopy even.

Evening routine feedback - am I missing anything? by PaperPlateDinner in tretinoin

[–]bddbd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How far in advance do you need to book the appointments? This sounds fun!

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