Girly thread v. soft hair and pretty faces - Page 14

CHiLD-0F-THE-BEAT · 28-09-2009, 01:14

I just saw a twist on the ombre / graduation manicure for the first time, and I think it looks amazingly cool. Check it out:

I so want to try this. I'll need to procure a few grading colours to do it properly. What do you guys thing?

wibble · 28-09-2009, 01:21

That looks pretty awesome, could have some fun with the choice of colours/shades

n3ophy7e · 28-09-2009, 01:47

Looks awesome COTB!!! I like it!
I'd love to give it a go too.

Mariposa · 29-09-2009, 00:46

COTB, I really like that! I would never be able to pull such a thing off, but I envision a black pinkie becoming various shades of gray and then ending with white at the thumbs without it looking like piano keys. Call me crazy

My Possets order arrived 2 weeks after it was placed. Blame the incompetence of the USPS, not the owner - she sent my order the Monday after I placed it on a Friday. COTB, you were SO RIGHT about Titanium White. I think it and Silver Lily (which is very similar with a bit more lily of the valley) are my favorites, with "Baby" (honey, pink musk, and overall sweetness) being very close behind. I'm ordering all 3 in full size before they run out.

The Possets Halloween line came out today. www.possets.com has full descriptions.

I am a Possets fan. They are half the price of BPAL and not as culty or creepy

I still love a few key BPAL fragrances, though. Ehh, decisions!

fizzle · 29-09-2009, 08:58

I tried that homemade sugar scrub today. It works wonderfully. I used sunflower oil, regular plain white cane sugar, and this aloe-vera gel thats also got vitamins A, C, and E in it. It was approx. equal parts oil and sugar and just a little of the aloe-vera gel. Rub on your hands for 1 minute and let it sit for another 2 or 3 minutes then rinse it off but dont rinse off the oil completely or it defies the whole purpose, dont worry, your hands may feel oily for a little at first but it goes away fast.

It left my hands sooo soft and smooth. My boyfriend even used it on his hands! I didnt use anything for scent or color just because I couldnt really spend the extra money right now, but it doesnt need it anyway. I've been rubbing my hands all day haha

n3ophy7e · 29-09-2009, 09:00

^^ Sounds positively scrumptious fizzle!! Great idea!

kate · 29-09-2009, 22:55

Those nails are amazing, just a pity I'm terrible at keeping varnished fingernails looking good

Will try it on tootsies instead

Can I throw Clarins Beauty Flash Balm into the post - I love this stuff

being a lady of certain years it's heaven sent for me. I can use it for a treatment mask, moisturiser as well as what it says on the tube! My skin tends to clog with most moisturisers and oils, but not with this.

cletus · 30-09-2009, 00:03

Hi Kate, welcome to SO

Oops, i've just walked into the ladies changing room.

*runs away*

n3ophy7e · 30-09-2009, 01:52

^^ Cheeky sod!!

Ladies, I'm really struggling with my PMDD

I think it will involve going back to see my doctor to go through my options again (I really don't want to go back on Prozac because it completely abolishes my libido, which makes me more depressed than actually being depressed!), but in the meantime, does anyone have any tips on how I can manage this?? Perhaps some herbal remedies or self-help links or something? It's gotten to the point where I'm suicidal today (completely aware of what's causing it though so I definitely won't act on it, don't worry).
Does anyone else suffer from this??

Perpetual Indulgence · 30-09-2009, 02:00

cognitive behavioural therapy

n3ophy7e · 30-09-2009, 02:01

^^ *sigh* I've been putting that off for years, but I think you're right.

Perpetual Indulgence · 30-09-2009, 02:05

Jeepers...you already know the answers/solutions to your problems.
Take charge my girl and take action!
Working on yourself is the hardest but so very rewarding

Been there.
We are ALL works in progress.

SA · 30-09-2009, 04:35

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Originally Posted by n3ophy7e

Ladies, I'm really struggling with my PMDD

I think it will involve going back to see my doctor to go through my options again (I really don't want to go back on Prozac because it completely abolishes my libido, which makes me more depressed than actually being depressed!), but in the meantime, does anyone have any tips on how I can manage this?? Perhaps some herbal remedies or self-help links or something? It's gotten to the point where I'm suicidal today (completely aware of what's causing it though so I definitely won't act on it, don't worry).
Does anyone else suffer from this??

PMDD was escalated to what it is and what it encapsulates today to accommodate insurance companies to be able to cover the prescribing of Prozac. A bit of research into this history will be quite revealing.

Avoid alcohol, avoid caffeine, try to avoid animal proteins for now and stick to a diet more rich in raw veggies. Do some research on phytoestrogen rich foods, excluding soy based ones (whole other topic). Do add Black Strap Molasses (natural, organic) to your daily diet. Do you like celery? Celery + humus for a dip is and excellent snack and a great natural and quick and easily assimilable vitamin+mineral supplementation protocol. Alternate humus and tahini and you've got things covered. Cheap too. Between the black strap molasses and celery+humus/tahini, your body will think that it's woken up in a new, mineral-rich oasis. Cut out dehydrators like alcohol and coffee and drink enough water and natural juice (not dead, sugar rich store bought garbage) and you stand a very strong chance of minimising the intensity of menstrual discomfort symptoms. Balance your blood sugar levels with diet, absence of alcohol and supplementation of L-Glutamine (which I believe you're already taking?) and your emotional health will follow. What helps there is not messing with your serotonin levels either (enter/exit related drugs; prescription or otherwise).

We're entering a seasonal and daylight change period, the most volatile of the year, on the downward gradient. It's not just in your head, in other words. Try to keep strong for a little longer, while your body and mind adjust to this volatile change. Just three more months and the days start getting longer.

(+PM sent)

On topic, sorry I haven't read through the thread, but IMO the best supplement for soft, beautiful hair, taken internally or externally, is natural, organic, cold pressed, virgin coconut oil. That and natural, non-distilled apple cider vinegar.

n3ophy7e · 30-09-2009, 04:57

Wow thank you so much for that wealth of information SA

I don't actually suffer much from the menstrual cramps as such, it's all the psychological effects of PMDD that are really troublesome/quite dangerous for me. But I know so many women who would benefit from taking Black Strap Molasses before their period!! The testimonials are amazing

Mariposa · 30-09-2009, 06:10

The male is not kidding about VCO. I could cover myself in it (and have) without a breakout. I've added more coconut to my diet and passed on the rum... CBT helps, especially "thought-stopping".

The cramps are what kill me every time, like now. The fetal position or yoga pose equivalent physically stretches your uterus and prevents the most severe cramping.

Feel better hun

Kate, I never met a Clarins product I didn't love. Hope you pop in here more often

DamagedLemon · 30-09-2009, 06:57

I have been complimented many a times on me having soft hair and (apparently) a pretty face. However, I believe not a word of it. Perhaps the reason for us not thinking we are beautiful is a lot more innate than the beauty itself. Perhaps also, there is no such thing as beauty in this vile world!

I miss shopping. I can't remember the last time I bought a piece of clothing, apart from that one cardigan at the thrift store. I am locked into the mentality that "I will leave this place at any given time, therefore everything I buy has to be thought over twice because I might end up throwing some stuff away". Most of all I miss shopping with a girl.

Also, one thing I can't get over are my horrendously childish looking fingernails. I never grow them out because my nails are so small! They look stupid when grown out and I can never resist biting them. I never put nail polish on them save for a shiny "uncolour" sometimes.

n3ophy7e · 30-09-2009, 13:04

^^ Childish looking fingernails?? From what I've seen you're a gorgeously petite individual so one would expect you to have slender fingers/fingernails. I'm sure they're just as gorgeous as the rest of you

So I saw my doctor this evening, and after much research today and discussion with her, I'm going to try Yasmin as treatment for my PMDD. I'm quite excited, which is rather a surprise seeing as I've been so completely phobic of the contraceptive pill for so many years!! (long story, I believe that the CP caused me to develop PMDD in the first place)

Anyway, I'm happy to try it, my partner's happy for many MANY reasons!!! Things are looking up

Rogue Robot · 30-09-2009, 14:17

good, n3o!

i hope it all works out for you, and things get better.

ocean · 30-09-2009, 22:27

n3o, let me know how it works out for you. My Dr. wanted to put me on that a while back but I amd afraid of the pill. For some reason I will bleed the ENTIRE time I take it.
After a scare many years ago , I stopped taking it. (I bled for over 4 weeks and had to be given some other pill to stop the bleeding, I was so weak by the end of it I could hardly get out of bed to pee or shower.....My mother would bring me food and water, and other things.)

kate · 30-09-2009, 23:22

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Originally Posted by n3ophy7e

So I saw my doctor this evening, and after much research today and discussion with her, I'm going to try Yasmin as treatment for my PMDD. I'm quite excited, which is rather a surprise seeing as I've been so completely phobic of the contraceptive pill for so many years!! (long story, I believe that the CP caused me to develop PMDD in the first place)

Hey, sorry to hear about that, and I'm pleased you have some hope with Yasmin

I suffer to an extent too and try to be aware of what it is instead of thinking I'm losing the plot – however, I had a Mirena IUS inserted nearly 6 months ago and this has played havoc with my cycle - from being a 30 day on the dot girl I am now all over the place so can’t predict why I’m being a moody psycho, or why I’m getting upset at things that wouldn’t normally touch me. (I know SLR has a whole thread about IUD’s so maybe I should go rant in there about it )- but it’s knocked me for 6 in dealing with PMS.

I agree with many comments here about nutrition and being very very careful with substance abuse. If I’m going through a spell when I’m taking a lot of drugs it’s worse, on a drug-sabbatical, it’s much easier to identify, label it for what it is and deal with it.

Thank you for the welcome ladies and cletus

I'm delighted to have just discovered this thread!

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Originally Posted by cletus

Hi Kate, welcome to SO

Cletus – if you mention anything to do with this post when I see you I’ll not hug you!

Cletus is my brother in law to be and this is something I'd not really discuss with him in real life

cletus · 01-10-2009, 00:40

Meh, the missus has one of those coil thingies fitted & has done for years. You should speak to her about it next time your up.

Don't worry, I only came in to say hello & spam check the thread

I'm outta here

Rogue Robot · 01-10-2009, 00:45

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my IUD despite my threads in SLR.

ocean · 01-10-2009, 01:18

n3o- I was watching tv and saw a commercial about lawsuits and yas-
i googled and there are a ton of lawyers looking to reprsent women who have taken yas-
here is one of them

????? thought I'd pass it on.

n3ophy7e · 01-10-2009, 02:00

^^ That is very interesting indeed! Thank you for the link

Quote:

Originally Posted by ocean

n3o, let me know how it works out for you. My Dr. wanted to put me on that a while back but I amd afraid of the pill. For some reason I will bleed the ENTIRE time I take it.
After a scare many years ago , I stopped taking it. (I bled for over 4 weeks and had to be given some other pill to stop the bleeding, I was so weak by the end of it I could hardly get out of bed to pee or shower.....My mother would bring me food and water, and other things.)

That is horrific ocean!!

I had a lot of trouble with different contraceptive pills many years ago as well, not quite to that extent but a variety of awful side effects. So I've been too scared to try them again as well! But fingers crossed Yasmin works out well, I'll keep you updated

kate, yes it is all about trying your darndest to remember why you're going completely nuts around the same time each month, isn't it!! It also helps to have a caring and patient partner who can gently remind you why you're suddenly wanting to kill yourself

I really hope you can get to some kind of regularity soon, it makes life so much harder when you can't predict where you're at in your cycle huh! I've been a bit all over the place too after having to take the morning-after pill back at the start of this year.

Ahhhh hormones, aren't they wonderful things?! ........

Mariposa · 02-10-2009, 04:47

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Originally Posted by Rogue Robot

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my IUD despite my threads in SLR.

+1

Kate - there are indeed at least 3 IUD story threads in the SLR archives. Mine is one of them. I (and RR) have the Paragard which is non-hormonal. The Mirena has had complications for many women I know relating to mood and breakthrough bleeding. I am very happy with my Paragard despite an increase in pain during my period and an increase in bleeding. It has proven safe and effective for me - perhaps at your next yearly exam, you might talk to your doc about switching?