Glycol treatments basically sand down the skin—in a good way—deep cleaning out all those dead cells and buildup so you end up looking tighter, fresher, and just more radiant.
It helps smooth out scars too; nothing magical, but it definitely makes the deeper ones look less obvious.
Don't go expecting miracles, and honestly, don't expect much either.
I wouldn't touch this during the summer, though—you can't be out in the California sun while the treatment is active.
Usually, you’ll do a set of ten sessions, popping in every second or third day.
Your face might get a little flushed, but that redness usually clears up pretty fast.
Honestly, the only way to make a dent is to hit those massive corporations right where it hurts—their wallets (they call it an eco-tax here)
Some people just don't get it any other way, unfortunately
My team is actually pretty well-rounded—we’ve got lawyers, economists, sociologists (that's me), and even a chemist
The big issue, though, is that wastewater isn't being treated nearly enough—again, we need to tax industry heavily since they're the biggest contributors—and even our remaining drinking water sources won't last forever. Between saltwater intrusion and cities literally sinking (look at Mexico, for instance), things are getting dicey But anyway, I totally veered off track—sorry, everyone😳
Honestly, everyone should be drinking as much water as possible every day. It’s easily the best way to flush toxins out of your system.
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Aside from the fact that I tend to eat a lot—and drink plenty of water so there's no confusion 😁—I hit about 3 liters a day.
Some people around me actually got worried, so I went in for a bunch of tests just to make sure my kidneys weren't acting up from all the hydration 🙄
P.S. We really ought to be more concerned about the amount of pesticides washing into our wastewater, but I guess we'll leave that to the people who care (or don't) about that sort of thing.
I'm with you on that. In fact, part of that is actually what I've been focusing on lately.
It's a total disaster—we're basically destroying the few birds we have left.
Alright then, feel free to give me a serious lesson here 🙂
I've heard that most of the chemicals actually settle right in the skin—so some people go as far as peeling their tomatoes and apples just to avoid them.
Personally, I'm all about eating both with the skin on.
Bryan Murphy84 said:It's organic food... Like, in those areas where they grow organic crops, there was never any non-organic farming before—so there isn't any runoff from nearby fields washing pesticides into the soil, no proximity to heavy traffic, and the air over those fields is so clean that rain doesn't even carry traces of pesticides or heavy metals onto the organic soil. I mean, I don't know if that’s actually possible—it sounds a bit too good to be true to me.
Look, we aren't claiming this is 100% pure, flawless food.
We're talking about food grown without pesticides which—take yogurt, for example, as a finished product—doesn't have artificial colors or preservatives and stuff like that. It just means it's less harmful to your body.
Sure, there are no cars nearby. As for the rest, I can't say for certain. That's why I'm not calling it "perfect" food—just better. 😉
From what I understand, in Germany, there's a rule that for a tomato to be labeled organic, the soil hasn't been treated with chemicals for at least ten years.
Which is still something—compared to those spray-on tomatoes you grab at the supermarket.
The age-old debate about white bread versus whole grain... It basically boils down to this: you’re either eating pure starch, or you’re eating starch paired with minerals and vitamins—along with whatever pesticides are still clinging to the grain. Which one is better? Honestly, they both seem pretty lousy to me—so, you know, pick your poison.
provided the seeds weren't soaked in pesticides. Some people actually grow stuff without them.
That's what they call organic food.
As for fruit, I’ve had this little morning ritual for years—before I even head to the bathroom—where I eat one crisp, crunchy apple and have a small serving of yogurt. Just enough to wake me up before my actual breakfast about half an hour later.
I should mention—my breakfast usually happens around 8:30 AM, maybe 9:00—or closer to 10:00 on the weekends. I used to wake up much earlier, but now I make sure to stay awake and hungry for at least an hour before I finally eat. 😁
George Bailey2 said:Your metabolism jumps by about 15-20% after you eat—so basically, eating more frequently keeps things moving faster. It’s the same reason someone who fasts until 4 AM and then absolutely demolishes a massive meal will end up with a gut faster than someone eating those same calories spread over three meals. It's why people trying to bulk up are told to go for 3 or 4 big meals rather than 6 tiny snacks, while those looking to slim down or just maintain weight are usually advised to stick to smaller, more frequent portions.
Hair in the bikini area is way thicker than everywhere else—it’s just stubborn like that.
Plus, the skin is thinner there, so it definitely hurts more. 😢
But look, you shouldn't have been dealing with ingrowns in the first place 😲—that’s not about the method itself, it's really just down to how skilled your esthetician is.
hmm... where does all my energy actually go if I'm burning through fuel this fast?
I feel like I've always been a grazer—not necessarily huge meals, just constant snacking... maybe something small like some Greek yogurt every couple of hours.
And yeah, there's usually a little chocolate bar involved somewhere between breakfast and lunch.😁
🙂Jimmy, I think I’m losing my edge lately—could you clear that up for me?
Lisa Ortiz17 said:just fruit. for example, this morning: squeezed two oranges right after waking up, then grabbed a banana on my way out, followed by half a pineapple, a banana, and a tangerine at the office... basically just snacking until lunch. pretty much my daily routine 🙂
I’d honestly pass out if I left the house fueled by nothing but fruit—definitely skipping breakfast like that.
I'd probably get dizzy first, then just collapse somewhere on my commute to work. 🙄 😁
My usual setup involves milk, orange juice, and some pastries (freshly baked while I'm in the shower)—cheese, ham, croissants, butter, yogurt, or maybe a slice of apple pie if it's available.
Not all at once, obviously—but you know, a real meal, not 😉
What do people who skip bread actually eat for breakfast? Not trying to start an argument here 🙂
Aside from bread, I’m a sucker for warm, crispy pastries—think white rolls 😳 or those buttery croissants.
Honestly, I might not be getting enough bread in my diet anyway. I almost never have it with lunch or dinner, unless I'm just spreading something like honey or cheese on a slice.