Posts by Samuel Foster

analogbison15 said:^^OMG, I can't believe it—that is exactly my problem too! My nose looks totally fine until about halfway down, then there’s this weird little "dip," and if I just pull the skin up toward the tip, it suddenly looks perfectly shaped...

I'll post some pictures tomorrow 🙂

And honestly, I really don't want to drop like $10,000 on this either—which is a massive amount of money for a high schooler... I just want a way to tighten that skin above the tip.

Exactly! So I'm definitely not alone 😬 nothing crazy, but once that skin is tightened or that extra bit is gone, I'd have a completely different looking nose that actually looks decent. It’s nothing extreme, but still... 😁

Dana Johnson6 said:Why are you guys stressing so much? Just go get a consultation with a doctor and get it sorted out.🙂

Well, I am definitely going to go! I just wanted to see if anyone else here deals with the same thing so I know I'm not crazy, and maybe swap some stories or tips.
😉

Hey everyone! 🙂
I’ve been mulling over getting a nose job for quite a while now, but I’ve finally hit the point where I’m actually diving into the research and trying to wrap my head around it all. Everything feels totally new to me, and honestly, I’m feeling a bit lost on where to even start.
Here’s my deal... truth be told, I don't really have a "problem" per se, which is why people always give me funny looks when I mention wanting to fix it. It isn't huge or bumpy or anything, but it just bothers me. I’m simply not happy with how it looks—it just doesn't feel right with the rest of my face.
So, what I’m wondering is: does a procedure exist where you just remove some excess skin on the nose? Like, I don't want anyone messing with the actual structure or breaking any bone or anything like that; I just want the skin tightened up. I know this sounds a bit silly, but whenever I look in the mirror and manually pull my skin taut, my nose actually looks pretty great! I have no clue what this would be called or what category of surgery it falls under. It sounds like it should be a much simpler, more straightforward thing, right?
If anyone knows exactly what I’m talking about, or if you’ve had something similar done, I would be so incredibly grateful if you could point me in the right direction 🙂 so I have a better idea of what to look for before I start hunting for a top-tier surgeon. Thanks so much! Bye! 😉

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Betty Foster97 said:Ammonia might dry out your skin, but you can totally fix that. Just after you rinse the color out, grab a drop or two of something like coconut oil, rub it between your palms, and massage it into your scalp.
Honestly, sticking to natural dyes is the way to go, though the only real bummer is that the color tends to fade pretty fast after a few washes.

For me, it’s not even about dryness—whenever I use certain stuff, my lymph nodes flare up and I get these painful little lumps around my head and neck that hurt like crazy! It's definitely not just a skin thing...
What I'm trying to say is, I use ammonia-free dyes all the time without any issues at all. 😉

Kate Howard89 said:It’s like I wrote this myself... 😕

😲😲😲 I actually have an appointment for coloring tomorrow...

So, there's more of us out there? 😁
Anyway, ever since then, I've just been using Estée Lauder Color Lasting Creme Gloss—the ammonia-free version—and honestly, I haven't had a single issue. :knockwood: Wouldn't want to suddenly develop an allergy to ammonia now!

I was supposed to go this week too, but I'm totally spooked because my salon won't even touch ammonia-free dyes, plus they always insist on bleaching my hair to get the shade right. And the Estée Lauder shades don't quite hit the specific color I'm looking for... 😢 so my hair coloring plans are officially on hold.

But hey, if you really want to dye it, definitely try some ammonia-free options. 👍

Betty Foster97 said:No need to freak out right away. The instructions say how to do a patch test to check for allergies, so just read it, do the test, and you're good to go.

Yeah, easier said than done.🙄 Once I applied it to my whole head again, I felt like I was literally dying. ☕

First off, I’ve been sleeping totally naked for years now. Doesn't matter if it's the middle of a heatwave or freezing outside—I love that feeling 😍
of soft blankets and sheets directly against my skin... plus that summer breeze feels so good 😁

Also, am I the only one who deals with nighttime leaks?🤷 When I'm on my period, I'll switch to wearing just cotton panties, mostly just as a backup in case anything hits the mattress. But honestly, when I wake up in the morning, my underwear is usually bone dry and clean; I don't even realize there was a leak until I head to the bathroom. Then I just hop in the shower and pop in a tampon. I'm strictly a tampon girl—pads or liners just aren't my thing, and I've never used them.

Bad_and_Backward said:Excuse me???? 😱
That is total BS! 😁
How on earth would you catch that???? 🤔 Like, I don't just eat garbage! 🤣

No, but seriously, how could anyone actually get this??? 🤷

I’m literally crossing myself right now because I can't believe what I'm reading! 😲😲😲
Honey, please, go read a book about anatomy and how the female body actually works. 🙄

It sounds like a UTI caused by E. coli. You can pick that up if you don't wipe properly after using the bathroom, or even from wearing thongs—it basically just pushes those bacteria from your rear toward the front. It can also happen from sex. Just regular, vigorous sex... what people call "honeymoon cystitis."
Either way, please go see a doctor and get a urine culture done. It might be nothing, but it can turn into something really serious if you ignore it.
In the meantime, drink a ton, ton, TONS of water (plain water, not soda or juice!) so you're peeing constantly and flushing everything out as much as possible. And don't forget to make that doctor's appointment!

Psoriasis? Honestly, I don't think so. Most people just deal with super dry skin once winter hits, especially around the elbows. It’s totally normal.
I get the exact same thing—my skin gets so flaky during the colder months. Even my thighs feel like sandpaper sometimes. It's just what happens when it's freezing outside and we spend all our time huddling near heaters and dry indoor air. That's why everyone starts putting those little humidifiers on their radiators.
I also tend to shower two or three times a day. Look, I know I’m a bit much—I’m a total germaphobe and I swear I see bacteria everywhere 😁—but all that extra washing just strips the moisture right out of my skin, making everything feel even drier. My best advice? Just stay on top of your lotions and creams. Seriously, make sure you rub in some moisturizer, lotion, or whatever you use immediately after every single shower. 😉
Just feed your skin some hydration and you'll be fine. 😉

Sarah Johnson11 said:So, I finally tracked down my allergy results. It turns out I'm reacting to: p-phenylenediamine (that black powder stuff—super irritating).
It’s a common ingredient found in hair dyes.
Then there's also: Epoxy resin additives

1. Aliphatic amines—there are four specific amine allergens here:

- aliphatic amines
- diethylenetriamine
- propylenediamine
- triethylenetetramine
which are usually found in detergents and fabric softeners too.

2. Diaminodiphenylmethane
and
3. Phthalic anhydride (which is toxic and a skin irritant).

That's the full list of substances I'm allergic to. They show up in hair dyes and a bunch of other coloring products.
My doctor actually gave me this whole booklet on how to handle things and what precautions to take. She told me I should probably carry it in my purse at all times—I'm not entirely sure why, honestly, but she was pretty insistent. Luckily, the worst is behind me and won't happen again because my hairstylist comes right to my house now, and she makes sure none of her brushes or combs ever touch those old dyes.
Just please, be careful. Seriously, being healthy without color is way better than dealing with all these issues just to have dyed hair.

I really need to head to the clinic and get some formal testing done. Even though I already know I'm sensitive to certain dye components, I want to be sure. I'm not going to let it scare me anymore! 🙂
Thanks so much, honey. I'll definitely be careful and make sure I don't put any more of that stuff on my head. 😉
I can only imagine how scary and intense it was for you, but I'm so glad everything is okay now and that you're being cautious. 😉 Health always comes first! 👍

Sarah Johnson11 said:I'm actually digging through my medical records right now so I can give you the full rundown. In the meantime, just please be super careful if you try using Clairol. I applied some behind my ears and on my neck, and the doctors flagged those areas specifically—though that might not happen to you. Honestly, I am completely done with all of this. That doesn't mean you *have* to stop everything, but just watch out. At the end of the day, any product is going to have some kind of chemical makeup; my doctor explained that even "natural" stuff is made of various substances.
Just be careful, seriously. You've hit a stage where you're reacting to things, and you really shouldn't mess around when you have allergies. It's like eating a chocolate bar when you're allergic—it's not worth the risk! Personally, I think you can live a perfectly beautiful life without dyeing your hair at all.

Actually, shoot me a DM instead, it's probably easier. 😉

Sarah Johnson11, believe me, I am taking you seriously! Honestly, just because you laid everything out for me so clearly. It’s scary when stuff like this happens to you—it could easily happen to me tomorrow.
I am officially done with those cheap box dyes! Seriously, never again!
But look, if I ever decide to touch my hair up, I’ll definitely be looking into Clairol or maybe some Seventh Generation options. That's what I'm researching right now. People say they don't have all those harsh chemicals and other nasty toxins in them. 😳
I don't know, I'm just feeling really skeptical about the whole thing right now...🤷

Chloe Thompson33 said:Well, look at that! I’ll be damned. 😁Just a heads-up for anyone experimenting with dark shades: those deep black dyes are usually loaded with PPD.

If you head over to any local health food store or a Whole Foods around here, you can find all sorts of herbal remedies. I’ve been playing around with some Clairol lately, and honestly, I have thoughts. It’s one of those things where you think you know what to expect, but then you actually get the color on your hair and realize everything is different than it looked in the box. Just my two cents!I’m still trying to wrap my head around all this! Honestly, I just can't quite get there yet. Give me a second to process everything! $22 They’re showing up, and they’ve got it! Seventh Generation That color? It’s honestly pretty much perfect. $25 If you head over to any organic market or health food store, you can usually find some options from Herbal Essences or Logitech. They’re definitely on the pricier side, and yeah, they still have a little bit of chemistry going on in the formula, but they’re actually highly recommended if you deal with sensitive skin or those annoying allergic reactions. Honestly, do yourself a favor and do a quick Google search on them first—you'll see why they're worth the extra cash compared to all that heavy-duty stuff from Estée Lauder or those Pallet kits.

Man, I am just feeling totally dark today. 😁
Look, I’ll be honest—I don't really get all the deep dives into different hair dye brands. Color science just isn't my thing because I've never actually bothered to stress over it. I just grab a box of Clairol or maybe some Estée Lauder from the drugstore, slap it on, and call it a day. It works for me, and that's really all that matters!
Those kinds of links are exactly what I need! 😉 I'm going to go spend some quality time with myself for a bit! Thanks, everyone! 😉

Chloe Thompson33 said:Hey
Samuel Foster🙂, most allergic reactions are actually triggered by paraphenylenediamine, or PPD for short.
You’ll usually find the highest concentrations in those dark hair dyes. I've dropped two links here for you—take a look, because this chemical goes by a bunch of different names. The second link covers allergies too and talks about using henna as a more natural way to color your hair.

If henna isn't your thing, you can actually use walnut shells to get some nice brown tones, or try chamomile, turmeric, and rhubarb if you want to lighten things up a bit. Honestly, there are so many ways to get gorgeous hair without touching harsh chemicals.

Ariana Grande to paraphenylenediamine

Madison Reed

My hair is naturally a dark brunette, but I dye it jet black. Why? Because I am absolutely obsessed with black hair! People always give me grief and tell me I'm wasting my time coloring it, but hey, it's my life and I love it. Luckily, I only have to touch it up once or twice a year since my roots don't even show much.
Thanks so much for the links! 😉

Sarah Johnson11, honey, I am absolutely horrified after reading about the absolute nightmare you went through because of that hair dye!! I mean, seriously! 😲 I really hope you’re feeling better now and that everything is back to normal.
Honestly, whenever I mention this stuff to people, nobody gets it. Not one of my girlfriends, my mom, or even my grandma has ever dealt with anything even remotely close to this. My mom does nag me constantly about why I bother coloring my hair if she can see the roots popping out, but hey, let me live...
This hasn't always been an issue for me, but it's definitely happened the last three or four times I tried to do it. At first, I didn't take it super seriously—it just kind of bugged me in the back of my mind. I remember seeing headlines about women in London having terrible reactions and stuff, but I totally thought, "No way that's going to happen to me."
I'm definitely making an appointment with my doctor, and trust me, this was the very last time I'm ever dyeing my hair!

I’m starting this thread because I haven't been able to find anything about this online.
Lately, every single time I dye my hair, I notice the exact same thing: a day or two later, my scalp starts itching like crazy, no matter how thoroughly I rinse everything out. And then, little bumps start popping up on my neck—about the size of a grasshopper, maybe even slightly larger—plus two more lumps right at the nape of my neck. 😕 To make matters worse, those lumps at the back of my head actually pinch and ache a bit whenever I tilt my head back. It’s super uncomfortable. After three or four days, though, everything just settles down, disappears, and goes back to normal.
This happens regardless of which shade I pick or even which brand I use. It feels like a total reaction to the dye—like an allergy—and honestly, it makes me think I might have to stop coloring my hair altogether. I know, I know, I really should go see a doctor, but part of me wonders if this was just a fluke. It only happened twice before, but now it's happening every single time.
Has anyone else dealt with this, or does anyone know what might be going on?