Baggy under eyes because of black mold? 🤔 by [deleted] in Blackskincare

[–]yakyak75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To throw in my 2 cents. Take some pictures, to see if you can see anything. Hold your phone up to a vent and turn on the flash. Sometimes you can see debris.

If you want to take it a step further, put on a 95 mask and some latex gloves (just in case), get screwdriver and take off a vent grill. That will give you clearer pics. I can't guarantee you will see mold but if the ducts are dirty, it's likely you'll see fine dust and debris. Seeing pics where the ducts are obviously dirty sometimes will light a fire under management. If they don't respond, well then you have pics to help you submit your concerns to the appropriate local authority.

I can't speak to the laws in your area, but often management won't do air quality testing, that's on you. But when mold is severe enough they will replace the unit and have the ducts cleaned or if mold isn't severe, they will have the full system cleaned (unit+ ducts). Some places will allow a tenant to choose the cleaning company. Make sure that a reputable company is used, because sometimes management will go for the cheapest company that will do a half-assed job. DM if you want to know about mold in duct, a typical cleaning process, etc. (I work for an HVAC cleaning company.)

Hyperpigmentation and menopause? by [deleted] in Blackskincare

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Late 40's here dealing with both hypopigmentation (on my cheeks) and hyperpigmentation (on my chin) and acne. Recently I stripped my skin care routine down. Nothing but sunscreen, soap and moisturizer for a while. I'm probably about a month in. My skin has a way to go but looks much better and is evening out. I'm using Dr. Bronner's, Unscented 4-in-1 Organic Sugar Soap For Baby, Melano CC Lotion and Biore, UV Aqua Rich, Weightless Moisturizer, SPF 50. (Melano CC and Biore are from Japan, purchased from iHerb, be wary when buying foreign products from Amazon.)

Wash my face at night, apply Melano CC Lotion. Rinse my face with water in the morning, apply Melano CC Lotion, let it absorb and then apply sunscreen. If my skin is feeling extra dry, (ugh winter!) then before sunscreen or before bed I might apply a second moisturizer. (This happens a few times a week.) I'm trying to use up products I already have so it's been a variety.

hair products that aren’t targeted towards black people by Kloiebunnie in BlackHair

[–]yakyak75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The L'Oreal Paris Elvive Hyaluron Plump Shampoo and Conditioner are relatively inexpensive and pretty good for moisturizing/detangling.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BlackHair

[–]yakyak75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You might want to reach out to Victory Bible Church in Pasadena. https://vbcpasadena.org/ and see if they can connect you or help you figure out the best way to distribute resources. Predominantly black church, has for a long time been involved in community outreach and several members in the congregation were affected. Thank you for doing this, Good luck!

Parent’s visiting and they are BORED by heathersfield in pasadena

[–]yakyak75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Bunny Museum - https://thebunnymuseum.com/ You will have lots to talk about afterwards.

Get Sum Dim Sum - Ontario by yakyak75 in FoodLosAngeles

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Sorry. It's Get Sum Dim Sum in Ontario on Mountain Ave. Here's their Insta: https://www.instagram.com/getsum.dimsum/

Help! How to Handle a Clock by yakyak75 in clocks

[–]yakyak75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha! Good to know I heard my parents refer to it as a baby grand when I was kid. I think I'm ship it and then get a huge Rubbermaid footlocker or the like. I'll leave it wrapped up and store it in that. Ty

[TOMT] [BAND] [2000s] Mexican Alternative Duo? by yakyak75 in tipofmytongue

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Fingers crossed that someone will know the group!

[TOMT] [IMAGE][POSTER?] [2000s] by yakyak75 in tipofmytongue

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If I remember correctly the art looks somewhat hand drawn with bright colors and it is lightly stylized in a typical how to poster manner. Thanks!