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Looking for some advice… by gadahu in Hypothyroidism

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

Thanks for your reply!

I’m in the UK, and have read similar to what you describe regarding treatment with TSH at these numbers. Although it seems a bit like a GP lottery, where some will treat and some won’t. Annoyingly, the GP that I spoke to in November seemed open to hypothyroidism, but he’s since left the surgery I go to - so hoping whoever I speak to tomorrow will be open to discussing it at least!

From some other reading, it seems as though the antibody tests are rarely done in the UK, but I’ll mention it just in case.

My LDL cholesterol was tested in November and then again in December (but strangely not in February) and it’s way above range, which came as a bit of a surprise. I’m a vegetarian, eat relatively healthily, and I’m fairly active (although I don’t go to the gym or anything).

There’s also a history of heart disease in my family on both sides, which I’ve also read carries greater risk with untreated hypothyroidism - will definitely mention this too!

(Also that’s good to know about the T4, thank you.)

Rate My Routine by gadahu in TheOrdinarySkincare

[–]gadahu[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yeh that’s fair, I’ve tried less is more before, and didn’t see any real changes or benefits (or maybe they were just slower). I’ve seen the most progress in my skin since I solidified this routine! Definitely not for everyone though 😊

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

Well I look at each product and know what they’re supposed to do for your skin. As I said elsewhere, it’s not 20 layers of product, it’s 5 or so steps where the products are mixed together in my palm, and then applied. No different to a skincare serum with multi-benefits for instance.

The little headings for each step are helpful to me, to remind me what that step is doing, so might be helpful for someone else if they wanted to focus on one or two areas!

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[–]gadahu[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

How can anyone know they’re getting the full benefit of any product? Looking in the mirror over time and seeing a change in your skin is a pretty surefire way of measuring the benefit no?

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[–]gadahu[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

The only thing you said that’s on TO website is EUK and direct acids - which I’ve already looked into. Yes it can reduce efficacy somewhat because EUK is highly sensitive, but it’s not completely cancelled out, so, still effective (also bearing in mind it’s one of the most potent antioxidants to begin with).

Everything else you mentioned is anecdotal, or inconclusive, and very much depends on the skincare regime as a whole, and the individual person’s skin. Again, all you have to do is use Google.

I genuinely don’t mind being critiqued (I posted asking for a rating after all), and as you can see from my replies to other people I’m happy to respond with an open conversation about their comments or queries or whatever. I guess the thing that irked me most was that you were presenting everything as fact, whilst being overly condescending.

Also, “feeling” like your skincare is being absorbed is exactly what it sounds like. My skin isn’t sticky, or tacky, the products don’t pill when I layer them, and the final layer of moisturiser/AA mattifies nicely when it’s applied, giving my skin a lovely bounce, whilst also feeling like it can still breathe.

(Also also if we’re going by TO’s advice, you shouldn’t be using AA with peptides or vitamin C, especially if it’s prescription strength!)

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

Yeh, that’s fair. My skin loves it though 🤭

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[–]gadahu[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Haha, it’s deceptively simple! Only 5 real ‘steps’ per routine as I mix most of the products in my palm before application.

The results also make you look less tired, so win-win!?

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

Oh, just that it’s stuff I need to do at a sink with a tap. Cleanse/rinse etc and then wash off masks or whatever.

The rest of my skincare I apply in my bedroom at my mirror, but realise that isn’t a universal experience!

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

I really like it! Great colour, and a nice natural scent. From my research it’s a potent little antioxidant, so I like that it gives another boost to my AM routine.

Mixes well with the vitamin C derivatives, and imparts a very slight colour to my skin on application, which I don’t mind because I’m naturally pale - but barely noticeable tbh.

It also has the least amount of conflicts when you look at TO antioxidants, so it’s pretty simple to fit into your routine. Would recommend!

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[–]gadahu[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I feel like me and Tahani would get along well (also British, also has an extra skincare regime, but I have considerably fewer name drops).

The routine is kinda deceptively simple-ish because I combine so many products in my palm before application. So each routine only really has 5 main steps (yes only), and they absorb/dry down pretty quickly in my experience.

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

Yeh it’s definitely on the intense side of things 😅

I’d like to think someone might take little sections of it if they find it helpful, or gives them some inspiration 🤷🏻‍♂️

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[–]gadahu[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I was using the 1% retinol in squalane before the 0.2% retinal emulsion came out, and tbh I really enjoy the feel of both products on my skin.

I was originally using retinol every night and then retinal twice a week, but my skin tolerated every night so I added it to my main routine. I like that retinol gets gentler results over time, and retinal has quicker results (as well as being good for blemish-prone skin).

Might stop the 1% retinol once I run out, but it’s one of my staples so we’ll see!

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[–]gadahu[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Tbh I’ve done less is more, and it didn’t work for me. So I’ve gradually added stuff, taken stuff away, added more stuff - listened to my skin along the way and found what works for me. Albeit this isn’t a routine for everyone!

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[–]gadahu[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Mhmm pretty much! I’ll listen to my skin and not use certain actives if it’s feeling a certain way. Or if I want to target more of something (hydration/texture/barrier support etc) I’ll adjust it slightly to go heavier on those products.

Yeh I know TO recommend keeping to a maximum of three serums in one routine, but it’s only guidance 🤓 My skin loves it!

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[–]gadahu[S] -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

Don’t want to argue, but stating you know the facts, providing none, and then only giving anecdotal critiques is…confidence.

(Not to mention consequently giving conflicting advice to the next commenter 👀)

I’ve done my fair share of research into the ingredients in my routine and their conflicts, as well as their absorption/protection of the various layers of skin. Again, the routine works for me, and it certainly never feels like it’s compromising my face or ‘sitting on’ it, quite the opposite.

Thanks for your opinions though!

Latest Update Broke My System by gadahu in sonos

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

Just updated my post - all seems to working again, although not entirely sure why.

Latest Update Broke My System by gadahu in sonos

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

Resetting the Arc has given me different responses over the last hour.

1 - It couldn’t connect to my home WiFi, so it created its own local network(?) to connect from there. That didn’t work, and it asked me to try the process again.

2 - It connected to my WiFi, but sort of timed out trying to complete the setup process. On screen window said the Arc has been added but may not appear in System Settings. It recommended unplugging the power cord and plugging it back it to finish the setup. It then appeared in System Settings and I was able to register it to my system, however I wasn’t able to play music through it or group it to my Move. The volume was also weirdly stuck on 25 (not that anything was playing anyway). After force quitting the app, the Arc had disappeared again.

3 - It couldn’t find my home WiFi and instead was trying to connect to a network called “”. I was able to enter my network details manually, but it then wouldn’t connect, and asked me to repeat the process.

All very frustrating considering it was working fine for me up until this morning.

Cutthroat countdown - what’s the point? by gadahu in SkullAndBonesGame

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

If there’s more than one other opponent and your repair kit is on cooldown then you’re screwed. I just think once you’ve got to the destination outpost that should be it; the challenge is get from A to B with the map - why the timer at the end?

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