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I wanted to share my nightmare experience with a popular "all natural" hair dye that left me with chemical burns and permanent hair damage. I hope this helps someone avoid what I've been through.

After seeing so many Instagram posts about switching to natural hair products, I decided to try a well-known henna-based dye advertised as "100% plant-based and chemical-free." The brand (which I won't name for legal reasons) claims to be gentle enough for sensitive skin and pregnancy-safe.

The first application went fine - my hair looked great, rich auburn color. But when I did my second application 6 weeks later, everything went terribly wrong. Within 12 hours, my scalp was on FIRE. Red, blistering, weeping sores developed all over my head. The pain was excruciating - I couldn't sleep, couldn't wear hats, couldn't even put my head on a pillow.

I went to urgent care where the doctor immediately recognized it as a severe chemical reaction. Turns out many "natural" henna dyes secretly contain PPD (para-phenylenediamine) to make the color more vibrant and long-lasting, but they don't disclose it on their ingredients. The doctor said she sees this reaction frequently with these products.

Three months later, I'm still dealing with the aftermath. I've lost hair in patches where the burns were worst. I've spent over $800 on medicated shampoos, steroid creams, and dermatologist visits. My hairstylist says the texture of my hair is permanently damaged in some areas.

The worst part? When I contacted the company, they blamed ME, saying I must have mixed it incorrectly or had an "individual sensitivity" that "isn't their responsibility." Yet I found hundreds of similar horror stories online from other customers.

Please, ALWAYS patch test hair products for at least 48 hours before full application, even if they claim to be natural. And research the brand thoroughly - look for actual ingredient lists, not just marketing claims about being "natural" or "chemical-free."

I used to have beautiful, thick hair. Now I'm wearing scarves and hats daily while waiting for my bald patches to fill in. Don't make my mistake.

After giving up mascara, I've decided to go no makeup for the rest of the year as a fun change. I want to stick to products I can take off with water by the end of the day.

So far I have my regular moisturizer, sunscreen, and tinted lip balm that I also use on my cheeks. Eyebrow threading has also helped me a ton.

Would love some inspo on what you use or do to enhance a 'no makeup' face

Genuine question- With knowledge of the side effects that prostaglandin serums cause, does anyone still choose to use the serums and just deal with the side effects? Are the side effects minimal enough or worth having the long eyelashes?

I've done what feels like hours of research on a non-prostoglandin serum that actually works and reviews are so confrontational. Some say these serums do work but minimally. Some ads claim they work wonders but I can't seem to find many backing reviews that agree.

There is one thing in life that I need and the other thing that I don't need.

1. A perfect manicure and pedicure

2. The thought of fugly fingers and toes keep on running around in my brain.

I'm pretty much jealous on how the girls on social media kept their hands and feet clean, trimmed and had a perfect manicure and pedicure. The most fucked up part is, I never had a manicure in forever, worse, I never in all my life had a pedicure too. What should I do to keep my nails on my fingers and toes polished, tidy and free from cuticles? Also what are the best nail salons you guys go to to get your nails done? Please help a girl out here, she really needs it.

Honestly, I don't have that oily skin, but lately when I've been wearing makeup, my face looks like it has butter on it after a few hours. Honestly, I'm just starting to add a lot of products to my makeup or I don't know what I've been doing wrong, but it's quite frustrating. I remove it with a little toilet paper and dab it on my face, but I would like my face to be totally matte.

What’s the best tan for pale olive skin, all the fake tans with the green tone in them end up making me look like sponge bob. I need something with a purple undertone.

I bought a random one at TJmaxx but couldn’t wear it the whole night because it made me too hot even with my AC and fan. Is anyone else a hot sleeper that has a good suggestion for this?

Hey all! I'm wondering if there are any others out there who have FT jobs and also do beauty services on the side. I'm an engineer but have always loved cosmetology practices and do most services on myself (Hair cut/color, nails, etc.) I'm interested in getting my cosmetology license as it's something I can leverage to do another thing I enjoy and make some extra cash.

I appreciate any advice!

I am getting married in a little over a year and i plan on doing my own make up (i hate the way bridal make up usually looks/feels, the airbrushed thickness). I usually only wear mascara if anything. So i felt like i should practice and bought some but im unsure of how much you acctually need on to show up on camera. Outside ceremony (hopefully its nice)

I bought it

-cosmetics cc cream - this looks snd feels more natural with a coverage

• milk jelly beauty tint blush thing - this im worried isnt vibrant enough to show up on camera in borad dsylight

• milk contour stick

I tried taking a picture in my white light bathroom but the makeup basically doesnt show up even though i can see it well in the mirror.

I have naturally weak and thin nails, meaning I can't grow them because they either break or peel, and I have to file them down. Also I can bend them without problems if they're long enough, something my friend who has really long and strong nails can't do. Any advice?

I really want to grow my lashes and i was thinking about regrande does it work? I am currently using castor oil but doesnt work for me at all. If you have a better suggestions than regrande i would be happy to hear it, also i want to grow my eyebrows too so if you know about something that would help me i would be really happy.

just start using this brand called poth and i'm obsessed. it's as good at premium brands but but way less expensive. i also feel like it's really all you need (except spf but they don't sell that)
https://pothskin.com/

​I've been dealing with persistent wrist pain due to long hours at the computer, and finding a solution that doesn't interfere with my daily activities has been challenging. After trying various methods, I came across the Revivo 3-in-1 Wrist Support and decided to give it a try.​

My Experience with the Revivo Wrist Support:

• Comfortable Design: The wrist support is designed to be worn during both day and night, which is a huge plus for me. It's soft and allows for plenty of thumb and finger mobility, making it less intrusive to daily tasks. ​Reddit
• Effective Pain Relief: Since I started using the Revivo, I've noticed a significant reduction in wrist pain. It's comfortable and easy to wear for long hours, and the pain has decreased notably. Alexills
• Non-Invasive Treatment: The combination of heat therapy and low EMS stimulation in the Revivo provides a non-invasive approach to pain relief. It's been a game-changer for me, offering relief without the need for medications or invasive procedures. Alexills

Additional Thoughts:

I appreciate that the Revivo is adjustable and fits both hands, accommodating different users. It's also worth noting that the device is priced more affordably compared to multiple therapy sessions, making it a cost-effective option for ongoing wrist pain management. Alexills

Conclusion:

If you're experiencing wrist pain and are looking for a comfortable, non-invasive solution, the Revivo 3-in-1 Wrist Support might be worth considering. It has personally helped me manage my wrist pain, and I hope sharing my experience can assist others facing similar issues.​

I do wonder if using eye cream at night as well as the morning is making my under eye puffiness a lot worse.

Was thinking of just using it in the morning and then at night just using a tiny bit at the very corners of my eyes where I have fine lines, but otherwise leaving my under eyes not moisturised.

Just thinking out loud really and wondering if anyone else has found that doing this actually helps puffiness?

TIA for any thoughts 🙂

Hi i’m fairly new to this sub but i’ve been having some trouble finding a foundation shade. My forehead is darker and then my cheeks are lighter but i still have like some hypermigmentation around my chin and dark circles. So what would i match it to?

I also usually just use skin tints but i’ve got an event coming up I want to do a full face for.

i dont necessarily have acne but like on my nose and under my eyes and on my cheeks i have rough skin with like lots of black small spots that i dont think i can call blackheads. i dont know how to fix this plus i have purple kinda eyebags in my inner corner of my eyes and my skin is very bumpy. pls help!

Hello beauty community! I just got back home from my second ever waxing appointment. I did the brazilian bikini area and armpits. Everything was going well until the estetician did my « interior lips » and I felt a bigger pain. She told my I was bleeding. I noticed blood between my legs and when it was over, I saw way more blood on the towel than what She told me. When I got home, I looked with a mirror and asked my boyfriend to look with me and I seem that there is a split half an inch between the inner and outer lip. Has this happened to anyone? What can I do about it? It bled a lot but now the bleeding has stopped.

okay, so my laser technician said i'll need to buy two products which i'll have to apply after each lasering session. apparently one is laser aid which will prevent burns, the other is some 9% acid which will help my hair fall out faster.

the products are from their shop and they cost way too much and it's out of my budget. i asked if there's any alternatives she said no. so i asked my friend about it who also does lasering and is familiar with it. me and her both have the same skin tone and all. she said her technician never told her to use anything besides sunscreen.

i'm confused whether i should spend $100+ on these products or not when my friend never had to

Not currently using any products on my face so that could be part of it. Open to suggestions What would you do if you were me? What do you use now? and what’s it do?

Looking for a good facial oil for an extra push of hydration and other benefits on top of my vitamin c / other a.m. products for those days where I’m not wearing makeup or I’m staying indoors.

I used to love Josie Maran’s Hemp + Argan Oil, but it’s a different product now.

Ive also tried The Ordinary’s cold pressed marula oil as a dupe of DE’s, but I found it pretty meh.

Anyone love a morning face oil and found it benefited your skin?

Do all lash lifts smell like rotten eggs? Is the keratin lash lift any different?? Has anyone had any personal experiences between the two?? I’ve only had a traditional lash lift and it smelled horrible and left my lashes damaged.

I am looking for simple effective skincare tips that can help achieve a healthy radiant complexion.

I'm 1yr post partum and the hair loss is still absolutely wild. I have VERY thick hair so it's not really an issue on my head, except for a few things patches on the sides (you know, just enough for a GREAT forehead shot and crazy baby hair)

But right now I'm using rose mane and tail shampoo and conditioner and Amika soulfood hair mask, Amika overnight serum, and a diy mix of castor oil and almond oil a few times a week. I usually sleep in a silk bonnet but it's been a rough few weeks.

The hair that I have seems healthy. My curls are coming back, I do my own trims and it's looked good on the ends.... I just keep seeing more and more hair on my brush or in my hands when I try to braid it and my forehead is getting bigger lol

I try to just keep it back with loose braids and a headband to not put any stress on it. I only use silk hair ties or claw clips if it is tied up. I just don't know what the next step is from here

Girls, I need recommendations for body skin care with active ingredients.

I take such good care of my facial skin, but I feel like I do nothing for my body skin, and it needs help! All I do is use hydrating body washes, and body lotions.

I'd love to incorporate active ingredients in my body washes and body lotions, do you have any recommendations? I've seen people mention an Olay body wash with retinol, does it actually work? Is it on the skin long enough to have an effect?

I'm having these skin concerns: "strawberry" skin/ KP on legs and upper arms, mild discolouration on inner thighs from having thunder thighs lol, generally uneven skin tone in some places. I'm just looking for softer, more lush skin. We have a lot of limescale in our water, so it's rough for my skin!

I feel like adding some acids or retinol to my body skin care could help. For now I've bought a body wash from Sol de Janeiro with added AHA and salicylic acid. I'd love any other product recommendations!

Getting my first keratin done in about a week. I’m excited and I’m sure that the time that it’s on will be great but I’m worried that after six months my hair will be dry and brittle as some people have said that it leaves their hair like this- is it true or will it just revert back to how it was before the treatment?