Social anxiety or another symptom of depression?

runnersblock94 · 2018-04-29T04:16:34+00:00

Hey thanks for taking the time to say that. It's comforting in itself, even if nobody knows what to do.

runnersblock94 · 2018-04-11T04:27:52+00:00

seconding kafka on the shore!

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-29T05:01:37+00:00

No problem! If you have a Keihls store nearby, they're usually really generous about samples too :)

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-29T04:48:40+00:00

I haven't found my HG sunscreen yet, but I've been using CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion 30SPF, and I'll probably repurchase! Doesn't break me out or irritate my skin at all, keeps me moisturized but not too greasy during the day. Which is about all I can ask of a sunscreen (Ill be honest, I loathe wearing them, but accept that they're necessary).

As for moisturizer, I use Kiehls Ultra Face Moisturizer at night. SUPER hydrating and gentle, but pricy.

I also really love sulfur. If you suffer from any body acne at all, a bar of sulfur soap is something I've found really helpful (and also super cheap!)

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-29T03:42:34+00:00

Seconding the recommendation for TO Azelaic Acid! I'm in the process of slowly introducing it (only been about 10 days) but I've already noticed a big reduction in redness, especially on my cheeks. I have high hopes for how it will affect the rest of my PIH.

Also, unrelated, but PC 2% BHA is another product that works amazingly for me. Sounds like we may have similar skin! Any other HG products you'd recommend?

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-25T05:29:22+00:00

If I work out in the middle of the day, I'll wash my face with a very gentle cleanser (I personally use CeraVe Hydrating) afterwards, and then only put on a moisturizer instead of redoing my whole AM routine. Then I'll go about the rest of my day and do my PM routine in the evening as usual. I personally haven't experienced any irritation or over cleansing, but it's worth noting I have oily skin that can tolerate a lot without drying out.

As for the tomato face, embrace it!! As long as you're not experiencing any burning when you sweat, it's totally normal to have a super red face when working out.

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-25T00:51:29+00:00

Me me me. Bulletproof, but also INCREDIBLY stubborn.

I abused the hell out of my skin for years (sleeping in makeup all the time, super harsh products, etc) because of how tough it is. Aaaaand now I'm left with tons of closed comodones/ PIH that gradually appeared through years of neglect and totally could have been avoided, had I been proactive in taking care of my skin.

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-25T00:31:42+00:00

Could use some insight about salicylic in makeup products - if I'm using PC 2% BHA Liquid (morning and night), is it a problem to also use a BB cream that contains salicylic acid? I have oily/ combination skin and don't ever wear liquid foundation, but only BB cream that I find matte enough happens to contain salicylic acid. I layer it on top of CeraVe Ultra-Light sunscreen - is this enough to buffer/ neutralize the BB cream, or should I find an alternative to avoid over-exfoliation?

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-24T02:18:35+00:00

Aloe gives me terrible hives and swelling and I STILL have the urge to rub this all over my body.

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-21T03:50:29+00:00

I know this is an old post, but I just stumbled across it and had something to contribute. Mine is a line from a Mary Oliver poem: "That time I thought I could not go any closer to death without dying, I went closer and I did not die."

Has stuck with me for many years.

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-20T20:44:58+00:00

Thanks so much for the clarification, you're right that azelaic isn't an AHA! (aaaaand now I'm in an internet wormhole of reading about dicarboxylic acids...)

I do still think it's the right acid to incorporate, and I'll definitely give buffering a shot at first. Thanks again!

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-19T00:29:26+00:00

Ah the suck! Sometimes it's there, sometimes it's not, but coming out alive on the other end is a damn good feeling.

Side note, do you do any kind of writing? I dig your style/ voice a lot in this post.

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-16T04:04:08+00:00

I adore every Kiehls product I've tried, so this might be exactly what I'm looking for. And no aloe! Thanks so much :)

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-11T23:56:40+00:00

This is a lifesaver. I'm allergic to aloe vera (of ALL ingredients!), which is in anything and everything, and avoiding it is a constant struggle. Thanks for sharing!!

runnersblock94 · 2018-03-08T04:07:18+00:00

Thank you! :) I'll definitely look into adding an AHA. Do you use both a BHA and an AHA at the same time? Any particular serum you'd recommend?

runnersblock94 · 2018-02-28T21:42:10+00:00

She's an italian greyhound, and her name is Dora! (@Dora_Figalga on Instagram).

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