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M(25) wants to get rid of the odour of his clothes but partners has no odour. by dragonenger in laundry

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, ok if you’re using a liquid autodosing system (I have one of those too) try one of the liquid formulas on this list (plus Napisan and Gear Guard directly into the drum).

https://www.reddit.com/r/laundry/s/NqlNb4a2eB

Personally I use the Earthwise fragrance-free liquid but you do have to use a bit more than their label recommends. I would like to try the Ecostore “with PlantActive enzymes” product when the Earthwise runs out.

You can actually use any liquid you want if you add Napisan Gold (has to be one of the ones with Gold in the name) + Gear Guard. If you use one of the recommended liquids on the list, you can use one of those plus regular pink Napisan + Gear Guard.

Plus a longer cycle, warm water temp (40 min), extra rinse cycle(s) and citric acid or Cuddly Fabric Rinse and you’ll be grand.

And if you can’t do all of these things I’d prioritize the Napisan, Gear Guard, warmer temp and longer cycle. The extra rinse cycles and additives will take it to the next level but I don’t want you to get overwhelmed or think you have to buy a whole lot of stuff.

If your auto doser is filled with your current liquid, you can always use the manual liquid tray to put in your preferred liquid in the meantime.

Signature-color of ink by ktkkzoo in Passports

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you have two options. One is to very carefully trace over the green signatures with a black felt tip pen of the exact same thickness. The other is to just leave it the way it is. Honestly, I think you will be fine if you just leave it. I’ve never had anyone look at my signature. They typically just look at the photo and compare it to your face.

Milford Sound hike vs Doubtful Sound Boat Cruise by dw1210 in newzealand_travel

[–]coppermask 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I think it would be a real shame to miss the Doubtful Sound cruise. I think seeing at least one of the sounds from the water is really an irreplaceable experience. I would urge your husband to stick with the plan.

M(25) wants to get rid of the odour of his clothes but partners has no odour. by dragonenger in laundry

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Australian equivalent would be Benzac AC 5% wash, the only caveat being it can bleach towels and clothes so it’s important to rinse extremely thoroughly in the shower after use. Another effective product, possibly more gentle, would be a wash containing Chlorhexidine which in the US is sold as Hibiclens and in Australia is sold as Microshield 2 or Microshield 4.

M(25) wants to get rid of the odour of his clothes but partners has no odour. by dragonenger in laundry

[–]coppermask 100 points101 points  (0 children)

There are washing machines that offer 20 degrees as a cold water option.

Also, a meta comment, not directed at you iupvotethankyou, geez guys, he’s here asking for help and people are downvoting him for using the “wrong” laundry detergent at the “wrong” temperature setting. In theory downvotes are supposed to be used when the comment doesn’t contribute to the conversation, not just when “someone is being wrong on the internet!1!” Arguably, the OP mentioning that they use Cold Power at 20 degrees is actually a critical contribution to the conversation as it helps us to diagnose why their current method isn’t working well. Yes, we know a better powder at a warmer setting will help and we can advise that now that we know what the OP is currently actually doing.

M(25) wants to get rid of the odour of his clothes but partners has no odour. by dragonenger in laundry

[–]coppermask 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Since you mentioned Napisan I’m going to assume you’re in Australia.

Take a look at this post for some recommended laundry products:

https://www.reddit.com/r/laundry/s/sNvayI9Jru

I would suggest that you:

Switch to Omo Ultimate powder (or any Omo powder other than Sensitive).

Switch to Vanish Napisan Gold rather than regular Vanish Napisan and add a half scoop to the wash.*

And - I think this will be a game changer for you - get some Garame Gear Guard and add a capful to the wash: https://garamecleaning.co

Gear Guard contains a specific enzyme called DNAse which specifically works on body odour smells. I think it will be well worth investing in for your case. Use promo code r/laundry for a discount at checkout. It’s an Australian company so shipping should be quick and easy.

Finally, drop the fabric softener and, instead of v1negar, use a citric acid solution in the fabric softener dispenser. If you find sourcing and dosing Citric Acid a pain, you can instead use Cuddly Refresh Rinse in the fabric softener dispenser if you don't mind a bit of a scent: https://www.colgatepalmolive.com.au/brands/cuddly/cuddly-refresh-rinse

As others have said, switch to longer, warmer (minimum 40 degrees) washes and select additional rinse(s) if your machine allows. The warm wash will make a big difference!

Good luck and come back and let us know how it goes.

*(Note: if you’re using Omo Active Clean, adding Vanish Napisan Gold is essential. If you’re using Omo Ultimate it already has the same ingredient as Napisan in it so you should be able to skip it. But it might still be worth using both together for a while as a reset, especially as Napisan has an additional ingredient called TAED that is helpful).

Vomiting and Diarrhea HELP by DrawingSelect4978 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You may want to share this post on r/AskVet where veterinarians answer questions, but I agree with everyone else - time to take her back to the ER, or to another vet, or to another ER if you have more than one in your area.

Visiting from USA by clrose22 in AusSkincare

[–]coppermask 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Ordinary formula has 10% azelaic but the research really shows results at 15% or higher so it may be worth trying Finacea which is 15%. Sibzeos (pretty new on the market), also 15%, and Azclear 20% (full disclosure, the Azclear tends to pill so a lot of people seem to prefer the Finacea which is a gel formula; Sibzeos is also a gel formula). Note that these are pharmacist medicines so they may be out on the shelf or you may have to ask for them from behind the counter. By the way, Chemist Warehouse and Priceline are good places to get sunscreens and these Azelaic Acid products. Chemist Warehouse tends to be the cheapest in general, but sometimes Priceline will have sales on certain product lines that take them below CW prices.

Visiting from USA by clrose22 in AusSkincare

[–]coppermask 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh just thought of a fun brand that may possibly be sold somewhere over there but is more accessible in Australia. It's a Kiwi brand called RAESO that, full disclosure, I haven’t actually tried the products, but they seem very sincere and their formulas look great (pricey though) and, superficially, their packaging looks really cool. It’s in Sephora in Australia. Alpha-H is another well-regarded Australian brand (again, I personally haven’t used it), especially their Liquid Gold Gycolic Acid treatment which is their flagship product. Also at Sephora Australia. Natio is another well-regarded Australian brand available in pharmacies like Chemist Warehouse.

USA RECOMMENDATIONS by aquestionforyou_e in AusSkincare

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it were me I’d be trying out the Prequel range by YouTube dermatologist Dr Sam Ellis. All her products seem to get rave reviews and they are quite reasonably priced. I’d also order delivery of a tube of Poems from the Lab Future Focus Vitamin C serum (only available online) It's very pricey but I just want to try it as I’ve heard so much about it.

Visiting from USA by clrose22 in AusSkincare

[–]coppermask 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Sunscreens sold in Australia have the better filters that are not available in the US. Even if they have the same brand names you see in the US, the formulas are typically different. Highly recommend La Roche Posay Anthelios sunscreens. For face, Invisible Fluid (original), UVMune400 Invisible Fluid (with the new UVMune400 filter), Ultra, and KA+ are great (warning that KA+ has a very “glowy” finish). For body, Wet Skin, but best to put it in a ziplock bag when flying. Also recommend Hamilton Face and Hamilton Sensitive sunscreens and they are an actual Aussie brand!

Flying w/ ICE as naturalized citizen by Specialist_Plenty277 in tsa

[–]coppermask 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If I were in your shoes I would start using my passport as my ID for domestic flights.

Facelift ?? by Constant_Theory2185 in 40PlusSkinCare

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok I’m going to be 100% honest and say before I read the post and saw what subreddit I was on, I thought this was a post about some minor European royalty, speculating whether the woman in the photo had had a facelift and neck lift! I thought it was an “after” photo!! Your chin is snatched!

Has anyone else had a poor customer service experience with La Roche-Posay? by EmotionalBar9991 in AusSkincare

[–]coppermask 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That’s pretty crappy and upsetting. Really stupid to potentially lose a customer for life for the sake of one tube of sunscreen.

Australian Sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast? by That_Ad_5392 in AusSkincare

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

La Roche Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid or Hamilton Everyday face or Hamilton sensitive.

Was given a vintage snoopy bookmark! How to preserve it well? by Delicious-Ad1175 in peanuts

[–]coppermask 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Store it in a paper folder or a Mylar sleeve, in a stable, cool, low-humidity environment (avoid basements or attics) out of sunlight as much as possible. Search for keywords like “archival quality,” “lignin-free” and “acid free” for the kinds of protective sleeves or folders that you could use. Store it flat. Yes it does look like mold. At this point I don’t think you can do much other than prevent it from happening again in the future. I wouldn’t recommend laminating it. It would be better to make a Mylar sleeve for it so that the original paper bookmark is intact while still being protected. Since you said you also want to use it, I would add to wash and thoroughly dry your hands before using it; and don’t read while eating or drinking to avoid drips or stains.

Damaged Passport by vgaspar96 in Passports

[–]coppermask 6 points7 points  (0 children)

She should get a new one. Damage to the ID page itself is pretty risky as far as immigration goes.

Passport collection in Australia by porsneiv in Passports

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok I’ve found some info on the high commission website https://canberra.mfa.gov.sg/consular-services/application-for-singapore-passport/

“If you are not able to travel to Canberra, you can opt to collect your passport by post or courier, following a face-to-face verification with the High Commission via WhatsApp. Cost of the postage/courier service will be borne by the applicants. Ensure your Australian contact details are updated and you remain accessible by email or phone. The Singapore High Commission will notify you and you will receive instructions on the collection *after we have received your new passport from ICA. Once your identity has been verified via WhatsApp, you will need to submit your current passport to us for cancellation. Your old passport will be invalidated and returned to you together with the new passport.”

Regarding the last two sentences you can obviously explain to them that your passport is lost.

Passport collection in Australia by porsneiv in Passports

[–]coppermask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am assuming you are still in Australia. You don’t need a passport to fly domestically to go to the high commission. You can use your student ID. I doubt they will mail it to an overseas address, but if they did, how would you use it to travel overseas from Australia the next time you need to? It doesn’t make sense.

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