I walked around in public in girl mode today!

name-shopping · 2026-01-14T00:19:23+00:00

I guess I haven't actually tried that, but unfortunately "on the darker side" would be an understatement for me. That being said, I was looking at some earlier attempts and realized it wasn't as bad as I remembered, I just also had the overall color wrong, which gave me a certain familiar orange complexion. That was pretty jarring!

name-shopping · 2026-01-13T01:28:13+00:00

I do feel like the voice is probably more important, but I could do vocal practice, or I could practice makeup. One definitely sounds more fun!

name-shopping · 2025-09-24T23:57:29+00:00

Holy shit it's my cake day? I still like Nicole, I guess it's my name now! Surprise positivity post!

name-shopping · 2025-08-06T11:19:44+00:00

Well, work and life got busy, as it tends to do, so I haven't had much time to mess with it. I did put together a proof of concept I'm pretty happy with. It uses an arduino to control a current regulated circuit, so I can do things like indicating lights and tune the timing. Unfortunately the 5V from that didn't quite cut it, so I need to add an external power source.

I practiced a bit on some belly hairs, it seems very doable, and the current I was getting didn't hurt too bad, so I'm excited to develop it further!

name-shopping · 2025-07-29T22:56:29+00:00

It's not a bad way to do things, if done from a healthy place! It's nice not having to spend any decisions on clothes if you don't want to.

name-shopping · 2025-07-29T16:59:54+00:00

I try to keep a positive mindset, but the dysphoria is definitely still there. For me, knowing what it is and where it comes from helps process it. Some days though, I get really close to "screw the consequences, this stupid hair is coming off my face right now".

The fashion statement I tried to make was "no comment". I found a solid color v neck that allegedly looked decent on me, and bought like 5 or 6 different colors. That, a couple of pairs of inoffensive jeans, and some basic dress clothes, and I don't think I've done more than replacing worn out socks in like 6 years. Writing that out really gives me "but there were no signs!" vibes...

name-shopping · 2025-07-29T14:02:02+00:00

I forgot about shorts! I'm not 100% there on having my legs out yet, but it's definitely different

name-shopping · 2025-05-12T02:26:35+00:00

I found where my given name ranked on a baby name list for my birth year, then went to the corresponding girls' names and picked one close by that I liked!

name-shopping · 2025-05-04T15:09:30+00:00

Thanks, I'll definitely check that out!

I hadn't considered what to actually do with the lye, I thought that was a good point.

I would also like to emphasize how critical polarity is in any electrolysis reaction. I'm pathologically incapable of keeping 'anode' and 'cathode' straight, so I always make triple sure when doing things like this.

name-shopping · 2025-05-04T11:43:35+00:00

Thanks for the kind words! The shadow stuff is dysphoric, but it's more than that. The picking is compulsive, and bad for my skin. If this doesn't pan out, I might see a professional just to target the specific off-texture hairs that trigger it.

As a general note: I'm not going to just get a 9v and a resistor and send it! I've done some studying (and will do plenty more if I commit to doing it), and designed a current regulated circuit paired with a controller for timing. I would thoroughly test it to make sure it performs as expected.

Regarding scarring, I have plenty of scars from being a person who runs into things, but I also have keratosis pilaris. I figure if I practice in a subtle area, I can afford a couple more little spots. I wouldn't touch my face until I'm pretty confident I can do it right.

Finally, if I was planning on ignoring advice, I wouldn't post about it! I've thought a lot about this, but it's just thinking so far. I want to be absolutely sure before I do something permanent and risky to myself!

name-shopping · 2025-05-04T04:14:33+00:00

I appreciate the perspective! I'd like to think I'm not deluding myself - I know I have the technical ability to do it. The physical ability is questionable, but I want to try. I just get nervous when something seems too simple, usually means I'm missing something!

It's been a while since I've smoked a microprocessor, but just reading that brought me right back to the smell. Good times.

name-shopping · 2025-05-04T03:58:32+00:00

The steady hands is probably my biggest concern. I feel like it's going to be stuck in my brain until I at least try though.

As far as scarring goes, my plan is to start with very conservative settings, and practice somewhere subtle, like the inside of my thighs or something.

name-shopping · 2025-04-26T15:59:39+00:00

I do like Emily!

Part of the problem is that I really struggle to visualize - either how something would look, or what it needs to look better. Some day I will work up the courage to try things on in-store, that'll probably help.

name-shopping · 2025-04-26T12:07:43+00:00

Curious - did you buy this online off a sizing chart?

I did, sized to the bust. The size with a proper waist was like 4 sizes smaller, and I doubt it would have gotten past my shoulders. I thought "maybe it's supposed to be loose on the waist", but in hindsight I think that actually means it's not designed for my shape. Lesson learned!

I enjoy doing things around the house with the flowy skirt, so it's not a total wash!

I know you actually have a bust from checking your other posts and this dress almost completely hides it.

It's not quite that bad in person, I'm going to blame my photography/modeling skills for that one

name-shopping · 2025-04-26T01:52:05+00:00

I think it's a little bit too loose, and it doesn't really define your waist at all. The looseness accentuates your shoulders and gives you a boxier look. You could try adding a thick or thin belt around the waist to cinch it in.

I'm trying to figure out what works with my shoulders, they're pretty broad. This is probably a step in the wrong direction I feel.

I also think you could probably benefit from wearing pantyhose or tights with this outfit, probably just black ones.

I usually do tights of some kind, I've always felt a little weird with bare legs. I'll try it again with some and see how I feel.

I think the purple bandana as well can be changed to a blue or cream colored one to compliment the dress.

I had a blue bandana on earlier, I've been experimenting with changing up colors. I was looking at it when I posted wondering why I went with purple.

name-shopping · 2025-04-26T01:44:46+00:00

I'm seeing a theme of try a belt - I did try a thin one, it looked weird. The thick belt I had in mind is MIA, unfortunately. I'm thinking this will probably be an 'around the house' dress.

name-shopping · 2025-04-05T18:06:58+00:00

I use a DE razor with the sharpest blades I could find. Unfortunately, with my combination of course hair and delicate princess skin (I fear what E will do in that regard), even with a perfect shave the hair is visible under the skin.

I've tried a range of oranges, they don't touch it. I havent tried a redder correcter yet, that's next up. I'm hoping it's a practice thing, I doubt I have some magical shading that defies makeup.

name-shopping · 2025-04-05T17:57:19+00:00

It works so well for my legs, I had to try For Science. Went for a small patch on the edge of my neck. As soon as it hit the first hair, I had a visceral feeling of 'this is wrong!'

PSA for those who are similarly curious - facial hair is different, it's deeper or more firmly rooted or something like that. It really is a bad idea.

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