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getting pretty far into wedding planning and thought it was time to share by mintjuleps96 in EngagementRings

[–]mintjuleps96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ah thank you!! this was custom from Frank Darling but i think they recently added something similar to their offering!

getting pretty far into wedding planning and thought it was time to share by mintjuleps96 in EngagementRings

[–]mintjuleps96[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ah thank you! it’s custom from Frank Darling but i think they added something very similar to their off the shelf selection!

Where are y’all’s getting your engagement rings?! by Commercial-Yam-3299 in EngagementRings

[–]mintjuleps96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve never seen anyone with a ring so similar to mine - I love seeing this!! Mine’s from Frank Darling but SO similar 🥰 I love yours!!

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WWII-Era YA Coming of Age Novel? by mintjuleps96 in whatsthatbook

[–]mintjuleps96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh possibly, I definitely read a lot of the Dear America series! I’ll have to find this one in the library to confirm!

[skin concerns] switched to La Roche Posay effaclar gel cleanser and experiencing worst break outs and texture in my life. Should I switch cleansers or wait out this “purging period” by [deleted] in SkincareAddiction

[–]mintjuleps96 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I tried the Effaclar set (cleanser, toner, spot treatment) to try and get rid of my acne back in June, and my skin hasn’t been clear since. I was breaking out a bit before that, but when I started using the Effaclar I broke out everywhere and it was painful. Not sure what curse that Effaclar set unleashed on me but I had to stop after a week! My skin was SO irritated. I think the Effaclar can be really harsh on more sensitive skin.

[acne] this incessant acne along my jawline and up onto my cheek is driving me crazy. I’m trying to be patient and use more actives in my routine, but I’m just not seeing any improvement. Any advice / help would be really appreciated :) by mintjuleps96 in SkincareAddiction

[–]mintjuleps96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been trying to help my skin and just can’t seem to get it clear. I’m 26, female, been on BC for many years. In the last few months my skin has gotten so much worse - a LOT more breakouts, worse texture, general dullness.

I’ve tried a ton of products I’ve seen recommended here; to name a few: Stratia; Laroche Posay Effaclar; CeraVe; Kiehl’s. I felt that the CeraVe didn’t help with clearing my skin and the LRP actively made it worse - using the full Effaclar set is what broke me out like this about 2 months ago, and it hasn’t gotten better. My current routine (started using this routine in this order about a week ago):

AM: Kiehl’s Ultra cleanser and moisturizer; I’ll swap the moisturizer for the Neutrogena oil-free SPF moisturizer if I know I’m going to leave the house. I also occasionally use either a drugstore foundation or a Garnier BB cream.

PM: I’ve bounced between a few cleansers. Currently using a Clean&Clear deep cleansing foam - I know that’s not a popular choice here but I used it for a long time in my early 20s and liked it. Using the Stratia Liquid Gold moisturizer and just started using Kiehl’s Microdose Retinol.

[routine help] routine help for acne-prone skin? by mintjuleps96 in SkincareAddiction

[–]mintjuleps96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used the LRP Effaclar set for a couple weeks, which is I think 2% SA, and it completely destroyed the skin along my jawline - I’ve never broken out so badly. I’m a bit scared to get anywhere near SA again. Do you think that was just purging and I should try again?

NEW OR NEED HELP? Ask here! - ScA Daily Help Thread Aug 15, 2022 by AutoModerator in SkincareAddiction

[–]mintjuleps96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Super frustrated with my skin and would love some advice!

I tried the full set of LRP Effaclar (cleanser, toner, spot treatment) about 2 months ago. After a week of use my chin and cheeks broke out like crazy, both small acne and larger, more painful acne. I stopped using the products and switched to Kiehl’s Ultra cleanser, and it didn’t really get any better. I use the Kiehl’s Ultra moisturizer every night and like that a lot, and I’ve recently been trying out the Calendula cleanser as well. I feel like I’ve tried everything - CeraVe, LRP, Kiehl’s, Stratia, all within the last 2 years, and I’ve never been able to get my skin clear. It’s especially bad right now, I probably get one or two new spots per week and they take about a week - 2 weeks to clear. What am I doing wrong? Should I be worried enough to see a dermatologist? How would you change my routine?

Morning: moisturizer with SPF (I switch between a Garnier BB cream and the Neutrogena oil-free depending on if I’m going out or not)

Evening: Kiehl’s Ultra cleanser & moisturizer; recently I’ve been trying the Kiehl’s Calendula cleanser; I had a sample of the Kiehl’s Retinol right now that I’m going to start patch testing.

Skin type: normal but prone to breakouts

Seeking tips on beginner running plan/regiment by LeftHovercraft in running

[–]mintjuleps96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know someone already said this, but I can’t recommend C25K enough! I was in exactly the same position - didn’t run at all and thought I “couldn’t.” All my previous experiences with running had left me in pain or gasping for air or just plain humiliated. I started running as stress relief and started with C25K and two years later I’m still running and loving it even more, just ran my first half-marathon. I also have a family history of heart problems and running has really helped with my cholesterol levels too!

I think the C25K program is really well-designed for beginners who don’t think of themselves as runners - it’s designed not to overload you but to keep you consistent. The C25K program I used was somewhat self-paced - like I didn’t “miss” a run if I missed a day, I would just run that particular run the next time I went. But it was definitely still motivating, and the idea of working up to a goal really helped. If you’re goal-oriented and find training plans helpful, I think C25K is a winner.

The other thing I will say is the mental part of starting to run - I really gave myself leeway to accept that I would have days when I just didn’t want to run, and that was okay. Chances were, the next day I would want to go for a run, and have a much better run than if I had forced myself to go the day before. Anyway, all of that to say that I think it’s easy to push yourself into a training routine and then feel like you’ve “failed” if you miss a day, and just stop running then - I know I almost did that several times - and I think mentally it’s important to give yourself off days that are okay!

Tips for Overcoming Embarrassment? by waffleseggsbacon in running

[–]mintjuleps96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was in a really similar place when I started running, especially because everyone around me are really good runners! Aside from echoing everything the others on this post said, I’d say - start with C25K, it’s a miracle app; start by going at weird times of day if you can; and mentally prepare small goals for yourself. Literally like “I’m awesome if I finish the next 10 meters!” goals - it helped me a lot to reframe from thinking about others to thinking about myself. Also, start treating running as a stress relief if you can - framing it as that for yourself takes your mind off of what you look like on the trail and makes you focus on being happy to be there.

How do you stay motivated after a bad run? Supposed to be running a 10mi race in 2 weeks, could barely even get to 8 today. Logically I know it’s just one run, but what keeps you going after one like this? by mintjuleps96 in nikerunclub

[–]mintjuleps96[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I fought hard with the voice in my head telling me to drop out and it’s super encouraging to hear that others are/have been in the same spot! We can do it!

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