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I've been getting back into tretinoin and trying a new heavier moisturiser (Aveeno Calm and Restore Rehydrating Night Cream), but my facial skin especially underneath and above my eyes is feeling kind of leathery? And drooping more than usual. My skin feels like it's stinging and dry, which is confusing because I specifically chose this one because its meant to be super moisturising, but not sure if it's the Tretinoin too? I previously used the Neutrogena Hydro gel moisturiser and loved the way my skin felt on that, but wanted something more hydrating for fine lines. I do get cc's on my cheeks and forehead so want to avoid products that cause that too (I stopped niaminicide recently, and Paula's bha didn't do much for me)

Current morning routine

• LRP Anti imperfection serum

• Aveeno moisturiser

• Hamilton tinted sunscreen

Night

• Cerave salicylic acid cleanser

• Benzac for acne or TO glycolic acid

• LRP serum again

• Tretinoin

• Aveeno moisturiser

My main concerns are hormonal acne and hyperpigmentation caused by that, and I'm planning on adding in The Ordinary copper peptides & Rosewater spray at night after the cleanser for fine lines and moisture.

Any recommendations on improving my routine? TIA 😊😊

Hi! So my little nespresso capsule machine is leaking, and I'm feeling a bit guilty about the non-reusable coffee pods too.

I'd like a machine that has grinding built in and a milk frother - not sure I'm up for a milk steamer nozzle just yet. Accepted that I'll need to tamp the ground beans, but an easy to clean option would be great.

Anyone have any recommendations? TIA ☺️

Looking to invest in a non-toxic alternative to non-stick pans, would love any recommendations on ceramic pans! Or if you've found they just don't work and a little fat on a stainless steel pan is the only way.

TIA!

It's my second week and I'd love some advice to add to my list. So far it's:

• Communication and setting expectations provides clarity and understanding

• Praise in public, give feedback in private

• Emails are for formally documenting a task/decision - use with caution. If it's a smaller task, question or ask, use a call or chat/messenger as a preference to avoid putting people on the defensive.

• Never reply to an email in anger - always sleep on it.

• Set up regular catch-ups with other managers/team leads that you work with/across from, as a general forum to discuss crossover tasks between your teams (and foster communication & a better relationship).

• Sometimes people just want to be heard and validated, don't always try to fix their problems for them. Ask if there's anything they think could help, and assist if needed. Also helps them in developing problem solving skills.

Another one I was thinking of trying was to have a fortnightly team meeting and ask each person to think of one win/accomplishment of theirs, and one thing they'd like to work on/improve - idea is to foster a growth mindset and also share wins too. Is this a good idea?

TIA

It's my second week and I'd love some advice to add to my list. So far it's:

- Communication and setting expectations provides clarity and understanding

- Praise in public, give feedback in private

- Emails are for formally documenting a task/decision - use with caution. If it's a smaller task, question or ask, use a call or chat/messenger as a preference to avoid putting people on the defensive.

- Never reply to an email in anger - always sleep on it.

- Set up regular catch-ups with other managers/team leads that you work with/across from, as a general forum to discuss crossover tasks between your teams (and foster communication & a better relationship).

- Sometimes people just want to be heard and validated, don't always try to fix their problems for them. Ask if there's anything they think could help, and assist if needed. Also helps them in developing problem solving skills.

Another silly one I was thinking of trying was to have a fortnightly team meeting and ask each person to think of one win/accomplishment of theirs, and one thing they'd like to work on/improve - idea is to foster a growth mindset and also share wins too. Is this a good idea?

TIA!!

I moved to Melbourne, and dispute having double glazed sliding glass doors it's bloody cold inside!

Does anyone have any tips/deals they can share on how to keep their place warm?

I signed up for the 3 hour free Ovo energy deal in summer, but given its coldest at night, it's not really working just blasting the heated aircon (split system) during those hours only when WFH. I didn't replace my electric heater when it broke as that was so expensive to run! Would a gas heater be any cheaper?

I also have a heated blanket in all rooms + warm clothes, but those don't take away the chill in the air 🥶

Edit: Amazing tips, thanks so much everyone! Especially re putting up heavy curtains and the energy testing kit from the library to see where heat is dissipating - will let you know my results!! 🤓