I (27f) have been together with my husband, "Jeremiah" (33m) for 7 years and married for 2. We met during when he was a TA in my class and I'm currently 6 months pregnant with our baby.
Jeremiah is lactose intolerant, and during the years I've known him, he's usually taken lactaid or ate dairy-free foods. However, two months ago, he declared that he would eating dairy from now on.
When that happened, I thought he was just joking since I had tried out an recipe for dairy-free mac and cheese that turned out to be awful. But no, he tossed out all the lactaid, dairy-free foods, and almond milk we had only to replace them with dairy products.
Ever since then, the house has stank. Every other night, I'd be woken up to some terrible smell and wondering what the hell happened only to realize it's coming from our bathroom since my husband has been shitting his brains out.
Jeremiah refuses to use the bathroom fan, air freshener, or any special sprays I bought that help cover up the smell. He says that the chemicals mess with his body's adjustment period to the lactose, but I think he just likes me smelling him.
His farts are almost worse, and even cling to our bedsheets, making me have to change the sheets or I just sleep in the guest room after getting out of my previous clothes and putting them in the wash.
The odor has pushed my usual nasuea up to the nines, which is not fun combined with the baby now kicking the shit out of me too. I've begged for Jeremiah to go back to his old diet, but he's refused, saying he needs to be "all natural" to be a real man and good father to our baby. That his body just needed time to adjust have been forced to consume unnatural ingredients for so many years.
He even yelled at me for ordering vanilla almond milk for myself after I ordered some groceries from Kroger and tried to throw it out before I yelled back at him to stop.
This has caused major tension between us, especially because I brought up our baby possibly being lactose intolerant too and having to give them lactose-free formula rather than breastfeeding. Jeremiah barely spoke to me for a few days after that. He also hogs time in the bathroom due to this, and I had to pee in a container a couple of times.
On Saturday, my parents invited us over for an early "Mother's Day" dinner since they wouldn't be in town on the actual day. Jeremiah brought over an Oreo cream pie for dessert despite me begging him to bring literally anything else.
Things were going well until when we were eating dessert, Jeremiah excused himself to go to the bathroom. I must've had an upset look on my face, since my mom asked what was wrong.
I kinda just unloaded on my parents. and explained what had been happening for the past few months. When I was done talking, both my mom and dad looked horrified at what I said.
My husband barely had time to sit down after he came out of the bathroom before my mom was laying into him about how selfish and inconsiderate he was. My dad called him disgusting and how he'd never subject my mom to that, especially when she's pregnant with his kid.
Jeremiah just looked stunned at the way he was being talked to by my parents, and at the end just quietly told me that he wanted to leave, so we left.
It was a quiet car ride back home, but Jeremiah wasted no time yelling at me once we were behind closed doors. He said that he couldn't believe I would let my parents speak to him like that. and I needed to make them apologize.
I refused and told him my parents were speaking the truth, and they would have never done that if he just kept up his old diet.
Now Jeremiah is giving me the silent treatment, and has only spoken to me once just to say he wouldn't be taking me to my checkup tomorrow. AITA?

In the previous post, although I had some understanding and visualization of the necessary technical requirements, the one thing I was most concerned about was the ammunition for those weapons: they won't work without ammunition, and ammunition requires you to have the knowledge and ability to manufacture the materials and chemicals inside it - in large quantities.
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We are going to create a MS Excel Solver of chemical equiibrium constants of COMBUSTION reactions in consideration of NOx formation. Also, these equilibrium constants will be plotted automatically in a graph as a function of temperature, so it will be shown if the combustion reaction is favored. May I know what formula we are going to use to solve the chemical equilibrium with respect to temperature? Our available database is Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook.

We are going to create a MS Excel Solver of chemical equiibrium constants of COMBUSTION reactions in consideration of NOx formation. Also, these equilibrium constants will be plotted automatically in a graph as a function of temperature, so it will be shown if the combustion reaction is favored. May I know what formula we are going to use to solve the chemical equilibrium with respect to temperature? Our available database is Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook. Thank you so much.

We are going to create a MS Excel Solver of chemical equiibrium constants of COMBUSTION reactions in consideration of NOx formation. Also, these equilibrium constants will be plotted automatically in a graph as a function of temperature, so it will be shown if the combustion reaction is favored. May I know what formula we are going to use to solve the chemical equilibrium with respect to temperature? Our available database is Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook.

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A few days ago, I received a file from a journalist friend who teaches at a private university in Montevideo. I known this person for years now and the exchange with her on our countless bar nights basically made me want to try to study journalism. After I started my career we became even closer and we shared concerns about the evolution of information, social media and the infamous cerebral callosity we acquired to endure the tragedy.
My friend, let's call her Valeria, was part of a public competition to accompany a minor scientific expedition to the Uruguayan Antarctic base. Her thesis was about investigating how information reception behaves in remote and isolated areas.
I barely read it , but basically tries to show that information circulates and is received in a particular way in these circumstances by a group of unfamiliar people living under extreme climatic and isolation conditions, having as an example, life in submarines and in military bases in Siberia. The Antarctic base gave her the chance to observe some of her postulates up close.
Finally, she was chosen and traveled with this scientific group in a commercial flight Montevideo - Santiago de Chile to later arrive at Punta Arenas and fly to the Antarctic base.
The last communication I had with her before she sent me the almost 90 photographic captures of the Journal, was on March 15, 2024.
We talked over the phone about how the weather was in Montevideo, that it does not stop raining and the cars are practically floating on the streets. She told me that the transport that was going to take them back was having mechanical problems and they would probably have to order spare parts for the plane from Punta Arenas. Then She told me that it is freaking cold down there and his colleagues are all very boring. Nobody has whisky for the evenings. We laughed about that part because I told her to bring at least one bottle of Grappa in her purse.
Before saying goodbye, she told me they had spotted some old metal structures south of the base. The soldiers told her that it was safe to go near that part so she was going to explore them. It wasn't there when they first arrived and that the recent and atypical heat wave probably must have exposed it. I told her to be careful and we said goodbyes.
Three days later I received an email. “Valeria shared a file with you.” As I start to see what it was about she calls me.
“Mauro? MAURO!, can you hear me?” She said in a nervous and excited voice.
“I can barely hear you, what happened?”I asked half asleep, while still lying on my bed.
“Listen to me carefully, don't talk, just listen” I could tell by her agitation that she was walking fast or maybe running. The creaking footsteps in the snow could be heard in the background. in the distance, a catastrophe-type siren was blaring.
“Are you alright? What happened? What's that noise?” I said, now sitting on the edge of my bed.
“I sent you a file. Transfer it to a flash drive, delete history and reset your cell phone, the computer and your email address. I'll explain everything later, it'll be worth it.”
“What? What are you talking about Vale?, what for? Tell me what's going on - I started to yell at her, in slide panic.
“Listen, I found something that is not supposed to exist. In the diary he explains everything. I'm going back to the base, I think someone is following me, I set off an alarm or something. Save that file for me until I get there and remember that... “
There were two loud booms and the sound of water invading the transmission. A choked bubbling and cracking sound reminded me of ice collapsing. My friend had fallen into the water, in Antarctica.
“HEY, are you OK?! What happened?!” - I kept screaming hysterically until the call was cut off.
I looked at my cell phone for a second. My hands were shaking, I tried calling several times but the phone went dead. I looked at the compressed file. I jumped up and ran to the dining room furniture, frantically looking for a white flash drive that had to be in a drawer somewhere. I couldn't find it, so I went back to my desk. I pulled the drawer so hard that it came off the rail and fell to the floor. I started to dig through my belongings on the floor, coins, papers, cards, nothing.
I thought, I struggled to remember where I had fucking put it. Finally I saw my backpack peeking out from behind the desk chair, I jumped on it and in the second small pocket from the inside, there was a cheap white 16G flash drive. I put it in the pc, downloaded the file directly there, took it out and fabric restored the entire system on the computer. I do the same with my cell phone as Valeria said.
At the time I didn't even question if those measures really prevented me from being tracked, and the idea that that was the reason made panic run through my body like lightning. Sitting on the floor of my room next to the mess, my body was numb with tension. After a few seconds, I rebooted my cell phone to try to call Lucia, her sister.
“Hello?”
“Lucia, it's that you? I think something bad happened to Vale, I hear her over the phone as if she fell into the water, and some rumbling. I don't know what I heard, I think she got into some trouble or some place she shouldn't have been - I realized that I was mumble and not saying anything clear. For some reason, I didn't mention the file.
“It can't be Mauro, I just spoke to her on the phone. She was at the airport in Santiago de Chile at the boarding lounge, we talked for about half an hour, she told me she was bringing a fancy bourbon to share and…”
I stopped listening, it didn't make sense, how could it be? what the fuck is going on!
“Mauro, are you ok? Is something wrong? it's too early, are you sure you didn't dream it?”
“Did you talk to her? half an hour ago? But...,” I exclaimed without being able to hide my confusion.
“Are you... sure it was her?”
“Yes, of course you moron, it's my sister! Did you smoke pot again on an empty stomach?”
“No, you're right, nevermind, thanks Lucia, talk to you soon.” I ended the call without letting her say goodbye.
Had I dreamt about it? I erased everything now, how will I know if I dreamt it? I hesitated absurdly.
This is surreal, I thought to myself as I looked at the flash drive in my hand. I refocused my attention and went to the attic looking for my brother's old laptop he left me before going to live in Spain. It was practically useless, but it was enough to see the file. I turned it on, waited for the decrepit Windows XP to load, and put the flashdisk in, opened the compressed folder and found two files.
“LabNotes.pdf”
“PersonalDiary.pdf”
I decided to open the journal first. From what I interpreted from the loading order of the screenshots, after reading it, I opened the image of the last page.
I transcribe as is.
Day 243 of the 2nd mission 10: 40 am. March 12, 2019.
I am the head researcher of the Psychological Area at the UN Antarctic base; I'm currently assigned to Project Sisyphus categorized as the highest classified rank.
This is going to sound crazy, but the person living with my family is my clone.
It still surprises me when I say it out loud, but after being able to replicate the brain-muscular history (a perfect copy of our memory) of any person and having mastered replicating every cell of our bodies at any age, it was only a matter of time before the development of social biotechnology would emerge. Now and by worldwide agreement, as a complete secret.
There is absolutely no shame or a shred of ethics in what we do, there is no longer any constraint on what we can do to the subjects for the sake of research. That haunts me every day.
It all went to shit so fast, I doubt anyone will come to our rescue. The protocol says so, the base in the face of an imminent security risk will erase itself. The structure was designed to collapse methodically following a protocol of incineration and sinking. The immediate perimeter has underwater mines that make the ice collapse almost imperceptibly, but deadly to anyone who tries to leave.
No one can escape from the base, neither the research staff nor the subjects. Our place in the world is already taken.
I only hope that this journal along with my lab notes will be found at some point. I managed to construct a small insulating gasket for it so I trust it will survive in case this part of the building collapses as well.
Please use this data to let the world know what happened here and don't let perversity define us once again.
To my family: I love you and miss you every minute.
B.
At the exact moment I ended the reading I received a video call that made me jump with fright, it is...
Valeria.
With my pulse shaking, I answered the call.
“Hi you! The flight was delayed, can you believe it? This one is absolutely in my top three, worst trips of my life. I'm really hungry and everything is so expensive here. What are you up to? Tell me something, please, I'm soooo bored!”
I looked at her with confusion and I couldn't manage to pronounce words. When I was about to modulate an answer she interrupted me.
“What's the matter Mauro?, are you on pause? Is the signal OK? HELLO! Can you hear me? Can you see me?” She started to walk through the boarding lounge looking for better signal
“Yes yes, Valeria I can hear you.”
She laughed and looked at me with a face between sensual and serious, and continued.
“Do you miss me?” while raising the phone jokingly as she typically does in her selfie pose.
“Valeria, don't you remember calling me earlier today?”
“I? called you? Nop. Why? Ah! By the way, did you know there are penguins in Tierra del Fuego? I would have liked to go and see them.” She continued his verbose conversation in a carefree tone, with her typical hand gestures and playing with his hair.
“Well, at last!” She interrupted herself and shouted, jumping up from her chair.
“We are being called to board, see you in a couple hours!” She said goodbye with a smiling sonority, and began to walk towards the boarding gate.
But at the last second, before ending the call, her gesture changed. She looked directly at the camera with a hardened and emotionless face and almost mechanically, she whispered.
“(I'm going to retrieve that diary).”
My stomach dropped to the floor and I could feel as if my blood was running cold with fear. I could not shake the awful and eerie feeling that this person, who was returning, whom I had never in my life called by her full name, was not my friend.
So, the next couple of hours I put everything in to transcribe the rest of important passages of the diary. Something was compelling me to do it, i can't explain it, Some mix between moral duty, and morbid curiosity. Here is my selection of it.
Lab notes. day 96 of 1st mission 08:00 am December 22, 2016.
Subject JON X012:
First physical assessments: Normal, alert and inquisitive, exhibits some alteration to screens.
We place 100 cc of sedative in room air. The subject attentively follows the narrative of scenario B5 “The last mission”.
The subject responds positively to the premises of the story, where he is asked to address an audience threatened by a natural disaster, convincing them to choose a certain path out of the city.
He offers to collaborate but fails to articulate the message with the power to overcome the simulation.
We resort to pouring 125cc of concentrated Psilocybin into the air as stipulated in the protocol sheet.
The vocal frequency and body language reading receptors in the observation room are activated. The subject manages to formulate a series of premises articulately and with discursive power, circulating around the observation room.
Successful reaction.
We move on to the next stage.
Case is filed under the label “Jobs Project.”
Diary entry: Day 96 of the 1st mission 21:30 pm. December 22, 2016.
Today they transferred subject JON X0012 for psychological evaluation, several in the lab were very anxious about this arrival. I was never the religious type, but I can understand why. Truth be told,
I always imagined Jesus would be taller.
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Day 106 of the 1st mission 08:00 am January 02, 2017
Today we received a new lab assistant for the night shift. Much needed as I was covering these shifts myself and am really burned out. The underground operates at full power at those hours, the hum of the machinery becomes unbearable. This must be why the rooms have an insulating structure.
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Day 112 of the 1st mission 19:00 pm January 08, 2017.
The new integration is not very bright. He labeled the transcripts wrong again yesterday and doesn't seem to fully understand the importance of these. I'm going to have to go through the whole method with him again. I don't have much patience lately, it's not his fault, he seems like a nice guy and it's real that I need a second of confidence. Better train him from now on. Maybe start a sketch of a short explanatory document.
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Small introductory guide.
When the subjects conclude the incubation and breeding process (pages 19 to 52 of the manual), that is to say, that they have at least remembered speech and with it, depending on the time in which they lived, reading and writing, they generally begin to perceive themselves. Just before situational curiosity is when the psychology department comes into action. Either to run the “stand by” simulation or the main tests.
In each subject's file is the target of their cloning, the era in which they lived, and the recommended scenarios to trigger the desired response. If the file has X amount on the cover, this corresponds to the generation of the subject, whether it is the first or 10th time it is incubated.
Generally, it takes between 2 and 5 attempts to generate the correct simulation, and administer the appropriate drugs.
It took 5 attempts to come up with the correct amount of methamphetamine that subject AH X005 (Hitler) needed to function in the scenario, as the correct amount bordered on overdose.
Simulations are much easier since the implementation of multisensor AI. We managed to generate almost any scenario including temperature, smells, lights and sounds. We tried not to use familiar ones, as human smells are impossible to replicate. We found this out in a complicated way. We tried to recreate a conversation between RR subject X003 (Reagan) and his mother, but he recognized the fakery by the absence of body odor. His mind collapsed and we had to move him to the Underground. The people in Area C (Private Clients) almost lost a very large Chinese account.
After calibrating the subject, we ran both psychological and behavioral tests, scanned retinas, analyzed blood, as well as vocal and body language. But what has really yielded surprising results are the free interviews. It is amazing what some minds are capable of with the right environmental and chemical stimulation. That's why transcription is vital (!!)
Our area develops BC (Behavioral Algorithms) which are then bought by the private sector, and some government agencies.
To give you some examples: Twitter was an idea of subject JO X008 (Orwell).
Bots in social media and the use of big data was an idea of JG X002 (Goebbels) and KM X014`s worst nightmare (Marx) was bought by Amazon.
It is an arduous process and the success rate is low, but when we achieve the goal per subject, well, these results are a mein part of the latest revolutions of mankind.
So follow the lab rules, never refer to subjects by their actual historical name, and always remember, they are assets, not people.
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Day 117 of the 1st mission 16:30 am January 12, 2017.
Today is a rest day all over area D. I miss many things from the old world that I thought I would never miss, taking a bus, standing in line with strangers, and today I miss Sundays. We only have one on the month. So as usual we gather in the rest area to listen to a liberated jukebox that tries to lighten the mood. I know, right? Why I wrote about this “Saturday” photocopy, well besides the same nostalgic drunks, I was approached by a person I didn't recognize.
From what I understood he was a rehabilitated alcoholic, maybe that's why I didn't see him on “Saturdays”. He must be in his 50's, he was portly and wore thick black-rimmed glasses, he seemed to have a slight limp, I noticed it when he went to refill my beer.
I am a very reserved person and find it hard to talk to people. Truth be told, I've lost the desire to talk to people here. What can you actualy fucking talk about here, if it's not about the same thing. Everything revolves around work and some inter-area gossip, which never escalates much.
But yesterday was Clara's birthday and to hide the remorse and sadness of only having shared with her the first 3 years of her life, I had a few too many beers.
We chatted about banal aspects of life in isolation, and the things we miss. For him it was going to the stadium to watch soccer with his grandchildren. I think it was loneliness and nostalgia that brought us together that night.
His name was Sigfried, I don't know if I spelled it right, but it was clearly Nordic, i notice because of some of the words he mixed up with English. He works as the underground level security manager. We all know that it is one of the most restricted areas and what we have learned in these almost 10 years in the project, is that the more restricted, the less questions you should ask.
But that day, I think I felt the urge to hurt myself, to go off the rails, so I asked what we all suspected but no one knew for sure. I asked about the blenders. I wish I hadn't.
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Day 126 of the 1st mission 08:00 am January 21, 2017.
I almost can't express how furious I am today, but I'm going to try because if I don't, I'm going to punch the new assistant in the face. He has nothing to do with this, he's just mildly irritating.
Anyway, in Genetic Mapping or area A, they approved the incubation of another Anomaly. It seems to be an express request from a major shareholder and there is not much to say. Anomalies are very risky to reproduce, nature is wise, and for some reason it placed them in history moments where they had their limitations.
It seems that after the crisis of 2010 with “The Russian Devil” it is no longer scary enough. New school morons... If they had been there they wouldn't even dare to think about it. I AM FURIOUS.
The arguments are that this case lived longer, that the clone would be in his 70s, and that he possessed noticeably more “civilized” traits. As if the court of the last Zar had not been somewhat civilized.
Personally I think this is a big mistake. Since the discovery that some people possess unknown DNA components and with the 2010 background, they should draw the line. There are certain things, still beyond our ability to understand. But it is delusional of me to think that there are limits, someday the absence of them will consume us all.
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Lab notes day 142 of 1st mission 08:00 am February 06, 2017.
Final free interview with JON subject X012
Scenario B-24 or “The Dinner Party” Result: Normal.
Notes: Subject is grateful, positive, docile and hopeful for the future. Offers to cook next time by asking for spices and ingredients of typical Hindu dishes.
The subject is directed to the Underground area.
Attached audio for transcription.
Case is filed under the label “Jobs Project”.
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Day 142 of the 1st mission 21:00 pm February 06, 2017.
Today was the last session with subject JON X012, I managed to extract the last retinal and body language readings, as usual before sending them to Underground level. We ran the dinner scenario, the truth is that is one of the best simulations we have achieved. The subjects are relaxed resulting in the best free interview environment. This one was no exception, I must say I understand the charm of the “messiah” turned out to be quite an entertaining subject. I hope his next generation will be similar.
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Day 152 of the 1st mission 19:00 pm February 16, 2017.
I was tasked with the continuous monitoring of subject NT X004. I am not at all happy with this transfer. First of all, I know nothing about area B of engineering and technology. Secondly, I still think this is a really bad idea.
One of the laboratories has been set up with the essential simulation equipment and personnel. Tomorrow we start with the calibration.
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Lab notes day 153 of the 1st mission 08:00 am February 17, 2017.
First interview with subject NT X004, we run simulation scenario 54-A, “Signal from another planet.”
Subject is observed to be receptive at first but quickly changes to paranoid. We administer 300cc of MDMA via air, according to protocol.
We introduce the reconstructed figure of a colleague in a cry for help speech.
The Subject laughs and doesn't believe a word, we move to a physical approach plane,
I volunteer myself with a room operator from the engineering area, we show him unfinished plans of an experimental vacuum propulsion engine.
He laughs again and tells us that we are not who we say we are.
We administer 50cc of DMT and move on to the next scenario.
From the screen an astronaut with non-human features sends a distress signal and intergalactic coordinates.
The subject looks thoughtful, reassesses, picks up the blueprints and begins to shout out values and what appears to be mathematical and physical formulas.
Air is charged with percentages of absolute sedation.
Audio recording is attached.
It is filed under the name “Project SpaceX.”
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Day 153 of the 1st mission 21:00 pm February 17, 2017.
I'm not sure what happened today, this is the first time in 10 years that a subject overcame the deception of 3 simulations. We had to place absolute sedation in the air, as risky as we know it is. I recommended that we restart the process from scratch, but it was a resounding no, the client is in a hurry.
I need to get more involved in this case to recalibrate the subject. I don't know if I want to. The words before full sedation still resonate with me. “are you still using DC current? interesting...”
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Day 154 of the 1st mission 21:00 pm February 18, 2017.
Something happened, I don't quite know what. The rooms have an emergency lockdown active. Outside hear security personnel mobilizing. I tried the intercom but it didn't work. The insulation prevents my screams from being heard from the outside. If this goes on another day I'm going to break the lock. I'm going to set my backpack to the bare minimum.
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Day 157 of the 1st mission 21:00 pm February 21, 2017.
Yesterday I heard explosions in the B area. I couldn't take it anymore and broke the lock. Whatever it was I had to go out and see. The corridors were dark, and the underground buzzer went on, at least that worked.
I went right to the north staircase, down the 4 floors in near darkness, the power was failing. The entrance to the underground area was barricaded but I managed to see a figure peeking out from inside as they felt me making noises.
It was Sigfried, he pointed me in the doors direction and I entered through a heavily armored side door. I was surprised by the immensity of this section, it encompassed a large hall below almost all the sectors of the base. In front of us there were 4 large industrial pipes with switches and multiple smaller pipes coming out of their bases. These were repeated like mosaics throughout the area until they disappeared into the distance in the darkness.
Leaning against one of them were 3 officers in formerly white coats and a nearly dead guard bloodied on the floor. Poor guy, his legs were crushed with his flesh in the open. He was lying in a pool of his own blood.
He had a blank stare and was panting, it seemed from the pale of his skin, that his fate was imminent. My asthma began to pound in my chest sharply, so I reached into my bag looking for my inhaler. I told them between visible gasps of bad breath to please tell me what's happened.
One of the doctors had a badge from area B and another from area E which corresponds to bio-armamentistics. The latter burst into tears and said “We deserve it, every one of us, we deserve it”.
I knew the other guy, he is an engineer in area B. I could hear him babbling almost nonsensically about, as why they never thought about it, an issue with electrical power.
He looked at me carefully as if recognizing me and grabbed me tightly by my jacket pulling me close to his face transformed for the panic.
“He let them out, all of them!” but not only that, no no no no... he told them the truth. Nikola fucking Tesla hacked us and told them the truth.”
He began to laugh frantically with a face of absurdity until he burst into a choked cry. At that moment everything went dark. The emergency lights activated, and from far away and getting closer, along with the emergency sirens that began to sound, we heard a large mass of people screaming and running through the corridors outside.
Sigfried looked at me as they started to pound on the shielded door and said.
“We're fucked.”
**************
Day xx of the second mission, month xx of 2017
“()The industrial sounds of spinning blades, the cries for mercy followed by the thunderous, liquid crack, down that big pipe, into the green barrels, with the Monsanto logo, dripped down one side an elongated drop of pink paste ending in the letter E on the chemical label. FERTILIZER.”
**********
After finishing the transcription, my whole body began to want to flee, the walls of my house were tinged with a faint blue light as the cloudy dusk came through the window, the lights turned off by my abstraction at the computer gave way to the dark corridors that began to feel alien. As I gently closed the pc my ears began to ring as if under pressure, my breathing became more present and the vibration of my cell phone interrupted my trance.
A call from the office. It was to tell me that I had a vacation week pending, that by schedule, I had to take it starting today.
Sons of bitches, now they even choose your time off - I thought at first, but at the same time I found the voice on the phone very strange, and to tell the truth, the procedure itself.
The anger turned into confusion that only added to the paranoia. The sounds in the street began to seem erratic, a chaotic and strangely familiar feeling came over me. My senses seemed increasingly acute, and they screamed:
Go away.
I grabbed the old laptop, the flash drive and headed for the bus station. The short trip from my house seemed like a long journey. People on the street looked at me with strange faces, the cell phone kept ringing with unknown numbers on the screen and a strange idea began to formulate in my head that whispered “Them, Valeria is one of Them”.
Already on the platforms I rummaged through my backpack where I confirmed that I had the key to the family beach house in San Luis, 60 km to the east of Montevideo. I turned off my cell phone, got on a bus heading to another and much far away town called Treinta y Tres. Sat near the last seat and slipped my cell phone in my front pocket of the seat in front of me, got off and commented to the driver with a clueless face, “I got confused, I'm going to the coast”.
I almost jumped onto the steps of the correct bus to where I was heading, unable to avoid the gazes of the passengers questioning me for the last minute drop in. I sat in my numbered seat and defragmented in dissociation, trying to understand what I was doing, I was running away, but from what?
The images of the last transcriptions were engraved in my mind, the last paragraph was repeated over and over again making me shake my head from time to time trying to get them away from my thoughts. The road was dark and I lost track of time, the digital clock within sight of the passengers jingling since we left, reading 10:40.
“San Luis Station!” - I heard the guard's shout in low volume.
I staggered to my feet, hurried to get off and with the same impulse I entered the dirt roads.
I zig-zagged through the dark, cold and silent beach town. The moonless night and the smell of the sea calmed me.
When I turned the corner to the gabled beach house of my family, on the steps of the front door lit by a white light, was her. Sitting, waiting for me. I stopped dead in my tracks and a chilling vertigo ran down my torso to my throat. We looked at each other for a short two seconds, until she stopped and started walking in sliding steps towards me, smiling and playing with her hands, crossing and uncrossing her arms. The growing sound of the wind through the trees covered us.
“Darling, how are you? How nice is the summer house, I don't think we ever came here, did we? Is it the one your grandmother left you?”
I felt the adrenaline rushing through my bloodstream, how could such a familiar attitude from such a familiar person transmit such panic to me? I had to answer something.
“Yes, this is it. I came to clear my head for a while, they gave me a few days at work and I wanted to take advantage of it.” I tried to excuse myself with failed dissimulation, since I stuttered in the middle of the words.
“Yes, I know! We arranged it with them, so you can be more relaxed and as a gesture for taking care of the file. Ah! and another thing. I think someone stole your cell phone at the bus station.” She looked at me with a smart-ass smile.
“Anyway, don't worry, they already found it on a bus on the way to “Treinta y tres”. You can get it back later.”
At this point I opened my mouth to ask for explanations, but as terrified as I was I only mumbled a “thank you”.
All this dialogue let us half a body length away, Valeria looked at me now a little more serious and stood at my side. She took my arm petrified and I could feel how a strong smell of neutral soap invaded me, as if she had rubbed herself in it too much.
“Shall we go inside? it's getting cold,” She said, finishing the sentence with a sweet gesture of pleading.
“Emm, shure.” I said.
My trembling hands managed to hit the lock on the 3rd attempt, we entered, turned on the lights and from his backpack she took out a red wine. Our favorite.
“Bring me some glasses, Mauro”. - She said to me as she sat down on the armchair against the window overlooking the gentle hills outside.
She poured wine until he almost filled the ex-cottage cheese glass, looked at me and in a toast gesture said.
“To... Dr. B?”
I slid a little smile and raised my eyebrows. Then I took half a glass in one sip.
“Well!” - She exclaimed, leaning over and resting the glass on the coffee table, and continued.
"You must be very confused, I understand, I saw it many times, the mind trying to adapt to a new, unsuspected reality and in your case all at once. It is not easy. First, make sure that no one is going to hurt you or anyone you know, second, what you read in that file, as you may have noticed, is not intended for public knowledge. Also to tell you”. I couldn't take the stress anymore, I exploded.
“You're not Vale. Who are you?! You're almost identical, but....”
“Ah yes, that one it's a tricky one to explain. Let's try, let's see:
“I'm a version of Valeria that she accidentally gendered when entered the lab. In one of the incubation rooms she touched a scan button that photographs her mind for 48 hours. It contains a micro needle that took her blood and thus generated me.”
“The thing is that we were in a situation of self-destruction of the systems, and that part of the programming code of the protocol was also copied in Valeria's mind.”
“And Valeria? She 's... dead?”
“Well, yes and no. If she tried to leave the base she's probably dead. if she's still there, she's probably frozen to death or killed by the cleanup command, but basically, if I'm here, she's not anymore.”
the coldness with which she answered me made me lose the little calm I had, I got up from the armchair and started to back away with my hands on my head, I couldn't stop repeating,
“this can't be happening, this can't be happening”.
“Hey! Mauro, calm down, it's going to be alright. I'm Valeria too. In every way, I'm still your friend, I know who you are and everything we went through, really, it's me, and when I finish managing the leak, the code, it won't work anymore, it will be erased from my mind and I'll be me. So don't worry. You only have to give me the flash disc and this issue ends here. We go back to normal life and nobody will know about anything.
“I'm not going to pretend that my friend didn't die! Alone, fucking freezing to death, I'm not going to let you take her place, I'm not going to let you!” - She interrupted me.
“Mauro, listen to me” - She came closer to me and grabbed my hands, her big, lined eyes looking at me with sweetness, like so many times before.
“I AM Valeria, I have the same fingerprints, the same blood, the same DNA, the same memories, the same scars, absolutely everything. Are you going to tell my mother that I died? to my sister? Are you going to report me? Nobody is going to believe you at all. If anyone even wants to believe you, how would you prove it? I am an exact copy”. - she told me, smiling with real sweetness and empathy.
I could only cry, for my friend, for the helplessness of the conclusion that she was right. I collapsed on the couch, and watched as the hills swayed in the night.
“Let's have the last glass and I'm leaving.”- she said to me.
“After I give you this, and that part of you disappears, will you remember that you are not... really Valeria?
“No, there is already a simulation on pause about Valeria's last week, she won't remember anything about this situation when she wakes up, because the memory is simply overwritten.”
“So I'm going to be the only one to know about this?”
“Take it as a gift Mauro, a glimpse behind the veil. And if you keep it that way, everything will be fine” - The threatening tone was soft but evident.
“Okay, hand me your PC and the flash drive.”
I looked at her evaluating all possible actions and if this decision was the right one, she stretched out her hand and smiled sympathetically. I gave her the old computer and the black 16G flash drive with the file. She inserted it, typed mechanically fast until the screen went black.
“Perfect, That would be all - She took out the flash drive, threw it on the floor and stepped on it violently with the heel of her shoe, put on his backpack and headed for the door.
“Stop,” I said.
“The things that Dr. B wrote... about the underground…
“Yes, they are true, it was the only way to be self-sustainable and to be able to isolate the complex from the rest of the world. Even the most morally flexible scientists would question the work if they knew where the subjects ended up, and what we were doing with their bodies... Anyway, I'm going home, Lucia called me 5 times already. Talk to you tomorrow.
“Love you,.” - She smiled at me and closed the door behind her. I felt a car slowly drive away from the house.
From my pocket I took out the white flash drive and looked at it. Now I had a decision to make.

I am currently traveling and due to lost baggage I am stuck with Target and CVS sunscreens for a week or until my bags finally manifest with my usual Euro and Canadian formulas.
In the meantime I purchased two La Roche Posay sunscreens sold in the US and not in Canada - their LRP Mineral Gentle Lotion SPF 50 and their LRP Ultra Fluid Mineral (untinted) SPF 50 (not the tinted one since the tinted version is the same as the Canadian one and the tint doesn't work for me) and both of these sunscreens are comically bad - like mime paint bad. I cannot fathom how anyone even the palest people can wear these. They remind me of Ombrelle's mineral face hydrating cream which is still sold and is awful - they're likely similar since all are L'Oreal manufactured products.
I will find a US chemical formula I can tolerate tomorrow (not a fan of homosalate and it's in almost every US chemical sunscreen as they don't have as many filters as we do in Canada) but wanted to give a sneak preview in case anyone is doing some cross border shopping - leave the LRP mineral sunscreens on the shelf. (They're also like 36 USD which is a shit deal with the exchange rate)
Oh also tried Kinship's mineral sunscreen - it's sparkly pink and smells like vanilla cupcakes.🤮 No thank you.
A longer post with detailed reviews of my adventures with US sunscreens forthcoming so the cross border shoppers here don't waste their hard earned CAD in the US on inferior crappy formulas.

[recording begin]
The video quality is shoddy at best due to the encryption but you can make out a dimly lit warehouse filled with workers wearing unmarked grey jumpsuits, in the centre there is a table where a very bald man appears to be directing the operations. Everything is business as usual for the first few minutes and you wonder why you even bothered with this, when red dots start appearing on the chests of each of the workers and panic starts to break out.
Leader - "All of you drop your weapons."
Worker - "But sir-"
Leader - "No buts, these are commando droids, if they wanted us dead we'd already be corpses"
A woman walks in through the main entrance, heels clacking against the dirty concrete floor, the Trion logo can barely be made out on her outfit.
Woman - "Bravo mister Hartwell, bravo. Gentlemen, applause"
numerous sets of eyes light up, what you can safely assume are the commando droids and a stock applause audio plays.
Hartwell - "you know my name."
Woman - "Walter Hartwell, more commonly known in the criminal world as Nagayoshi, you have a very impressive resume my good sir. One of the last graduates of Mayasura before the planet's fall, you wanted to start a pharmaceutical company to develop a treatment for your ailing daughter. During your time you discovered a number of compounds which could be used as narcotics, everything from by-products to alternate optical isomers. When the fall happened your daughter was killed and your company bankrupted, to keep yourself afloat you sold these narcotics and made a major profit. Once Mayasura was reconnected to the galaxy you used you contacts to establish a small drug empire."
Walter - "As much as I appreciate the intimidation tactics I don't see how this i-"
Woman - "I'm.Not.Finished. Your narcotics business became one of the most succsesfull in recorded history for a brief few weeks, even today of the ten most popular narcotics five were invented by you. Of course, your ego grew too large. You betrayed your associates in the hope of clawing your way to the top, instead you have been reduced to a man hiding on a backwater mining colony, believed to be cursed by Miss Fortune herself."
Walter - "What do you want?"
Woman - "Me, oh I want nothing more than to be payed by the anonymous benefactor who told me to come here, what matters is what you want. Despite having the highest quality product your competitors are able to outsell you through superior connections and better reputation. We are offering you the opportunity to take your rightfull place at the top of the drug world."
Walter - "And how does Trion benefit from this?"
Woman - "Oh, you misunderstand. None of this is officially connected to Trion in any way. All of the company assets I'm offerring you as well as the individual who instructed me to perform this task are completely anomymous and have no official connection to the company."
Walter - "Official connection."
Woman - "Semantics. The point is my employer wants to get their... foot in the door within the criminal underworld. In return you will have access to equipment and connections far beyond anything your competitors have. You will also be granted an official position within Trion R&D as an experimental medicine developer."
Walter - "You said so yourself, my ego grew too large, how do you know I won't betray you."
Woman - "Because, my dearest Nagayoshi, you're smart enough not to repeat the same mistakes and you're smart enough to realise that betraying my employers is not a decision you will survive. This is a great opportunity and the company rewards those who prove themselves valuable assets."
Walter - "I think, this is a good deal. Would you mind telling me your name?"
Woman - "Oh, my name doesn't matter, I am just another faceless middle manager. My employers will appreciate your decision, as well as Trion when the money from our little enterprise inevitable ends up back in their pockets"
[recording end]
/uf context for the post:
Nagai Nagayoshi was a japanese scientist and the first person to synthesise methamphetamines in 1893.
Optical isomerism is what happens when a molecule has the same formula but an opposite arrangement in space. This can greatly alter the effects of the chemical such as during the thalidomide controversy in the 1960s where one isomer was completely harmless in appropriate doses and used as a common treatment during pregnancy and the other caused harmfull mutations in foetuses.

Since many of us are new to this world, in this post we're going to try to collect all the various pregnancy-related acronyms for easy reference.
If we are missing any, please add them in the comments below.

General

FTM, STM, TTM - first/second/third time mom
TTC - trying to conceive
TFA, TTCA - trying for another, trying to conceive another
EDD - estimated due date
DPO - days past ovulation
CD - cycle day
LMP - last menstrual period
GA - gestational age (usually in weeks+days)
BC - birth control
BFP, BFN - big fat/fuckin' positive/negative
VFL - very fine line (often styled "vvvvfl" or similar)
HPT - home pregnancy test
FMU, SMU - first/second morning urine
OB, OBGYN - pregnancy doctor
CNM, CPM - certified nurse midwife, certified professional midwife
GP, PCP - general practitioner, primary care physician
MFM - maternal-fetal medicine (high-risk pregnancy doctor)

Infertility and Loss

RE, REI - reproductive endocrinologist (fertility doctor)
RI - reproductive immunologist (fertility doctor)
PAL - pregnant/pregnancy after loss
IVF - in-vitro fertilization
IUI - intrauterine insemination
FET - frozen embryo transfer
ICSI - intracytoplasmic sperm injection
DPT, DP5DT - days past embryo transfer, days past 5-day embryo transfer
PIO - progesterone in oil (injection)
RPL - recurrent pregnancy loss
CP - chemical pregnancy
MC - miscarriage
MMC - missed miscarriage
TFMR - termination for medical reasons
IUFD - intrauterine fetal demise
D&C, D&E - dilation and curettage, dilation and evacuation

Medical

SCH -subchorionic hematoma
RLP - round ligament pain
Pre-e - preeclampsia
GHT - gestational hypertension
GDM, GD, DM - gestational diabetes
HG - hyperemesis gravidarum
GTT, GCT - glucose tolerance/challenge test
PUPPPs - pruritic urticarial papules and plaques
Beta, Beta HCG - quantitative blood test of pregnancy hormone HCG
PROM, PPROM - premature rupture of membranes
IUGR, FGR - intrauterine/fetal growth restriction
LGA, SGA - large/small for gestational age
NIPT - non-invasive prenatal testing
NT scan - nuchal translucency scan
NST - non-stress test
BPP - biophysical profile
CS - cesarean section
VBAC - vaginal birth after cesarean
TOL, TOLAC - trial of labor after cesarean

Postpartum

PP - postpartum
BF - breastfeeding
FF - formula feeding
PPD - postpartum depression
PPA - postpartum anxiety
PPOCD - postpartum OCD
PPP - postpartum psychosis
PPMAD - postpartum mood and anxiety disorder
LC - lactation consultant
IBCLC - international board-certified lactation consultant

Emojis

🌈 - loss, pregnancy after loss
💙 - male baby
💖 (and variants) - female baby
💚 - baby of unknown sex/gender
👼 - angel baby (loss, stillbirth, infant/child death)
🏳️‍🌈 - lgbtq

You must have heard countless fitness and skincare experts emphasizing the importance of maintaining gut health to achieve optimal skin health. However, did you ever wonder why it is so?
Several experts believe that gut microbiomes can boost your physical appearance by reducing blemishes and helping your skin glow naturally. Today, we will check out Neotonics, which is a popular dietary supplement that claims to help with the same.
Since most Neotonics reviews are crowded with positive experiences shared by its past users claiming how it helped them reduce their blemishes and promote their overall health at the same time, let us check out all the aspects that help it stand out on the market. Here is a brief overview of this supplement to get you started:
Supplement name:
Neotonics
Supplement form:
Gummies
Servings per bottle:
30
Target areas:
Gut and skin
Supplement description:
Neotonics is a dietary supplement that can help promote optimal gut health, thus boosting the cell turnover rate of your body which can ultimately improve your skin’s appearance. Its gummies are easy to consume and have been created using natural substances only.
Ingredients used:
Babchi, Inulin, Fenugreek, Lemon Balm, Fennel, Organic Lion’s Mane, etc.
Health perks offered:

• Optimal gut health
• Improved skin
• Healthy weight loss
• Improved digestion

Where can you buy Neotonics?
Official website
How to consume Neotonics?
Take 1 probiotics gummy every day
Cost:

• 30-day supply: $69/bottle
• 90-day supply: $59/bottle
• 180-day supply: $49/bottle

Refund:
60-day money-back guarantee
Bonuses:
2 included
Highlights:

• Free shipping is offered on all orders
• Safe formulation
• No GMOs
• Easy to consume

How Can Neotonics Promote Better Skin Health Among Its Users?

As issues like blemishes and dead skin cells start building up, the outer layers of our bodies tend to shed them off naturally through a process called cell turnover.
Turns out, the effectiveness of this mechanism can be strongly influenced by your gut health as its microbiomes and nutrient absorption rates control the speed of cell turnover.
Hence, it is obvious that people with compromised gut function are more likely to struggle with dull skin and a plethora of skin health issues.
This is when Neotonics shows up to save the day for people who suffer from poor gut health and low cell turnover rates. Its natural formulation boasts 9 natural components combined with 500 million units of bacteria that can help promote better gut health, healthier skin, as well as your overall well-being within a few weeks.
Neotonics: Try it now, you won’t be disappointed!

Who Invented Neotonics, And How Can You Know That It Is The Right Supplement For You?

When a group of doctors realized the importance of understanding the gut-skin connection when it came to maintaining skin health, they decided to create a formula that could promote optimal gut function efficiently without inducing harmful effects among its users.
If you are looking for a natural formula that can help promote other aspects of your health too, such as digestive function and bodily repairs – you may want to try out this supplement.
Most Neotonics reviews state that it has helped both men and women of all ages equally, which is why you may not need to worry excessively about your demographics while buying this product.

Analyzing The Health Benefits Of Neotonics: What Can You Expect After Taking This Supplement?

Although it is natural for one person to experience different effects of consuming the same dietary supplement as another, most Neotonics reviews seem to report that its users have experienced somewhat similar sets of health benefits, such as:
Improved Skin Health
Since the Neotonics formula has been created using several anti-aging and antioxidant ingredients, it is natural that this supplement can help several people achieve decent skin health.
Further, many Neotonics reviews report that its ability to increase cell turnover rate is quite effective – which can further help elevate the status of your skin health.
Better Digestion
Although most dietary supplements tend to compromise the digestive function of their users by using harsh chemicals – Neotonics is different.
It is made of only the most potent natural ingredients – which is why instead of degrading your digestive health, it helps boost it instead.
Healthy Weight Loss
Experts believe that poor digestive and gut health can obstruct your weight loss journey. However, since the Neotonics formula has been designed to promote the health of these two areas, this supplement may also promote faster weight loss among its users.

What Are The Natural Ingredients In Neotonics?

The natural ingredients found in Neotonics are carefully selected by the makers and some of these have been discussed below:
Organic Lion’s Mane
Renowned for its neuroprotective properties, Lion’s Mane supports gut function by promoting a balanced microbiome. Its unique mechanism involves enhancing the production of nerve growth factor (NGF), fostering the growth and maintenance of neurons in the gut.
Beyond gut health, Lion’s Mane contributes to skin radiance by supporting collagen production. The mushroom contains antioxidants that combat free radicals, reducing oxidative stress on the skin.
As a result, it aids in maintaining skin elasticity and a youthful glow. The synergy of cognitive support and skin revitalization makes Organic Lion’s Mane a holistic ingredient for overall well-being.
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Since many of us are new to this world, in this post we're going to try to collect all the various pregnancy-related acronyms for easy reference.
If we are missing any, please add them in the comments below.

General

FTM, STM, TTM - first/second/third time mom
TTC - trying to conceive
TFA, TTCA - trying for another, trying to conceive another
EDD - estimated due date
DPO - days past ovulation
CD - cycle day
LMP - last menstrual period
GA - gestational age (usually in weeks+days)
BC - birth control
BFP, BFN - big fat/fuckin' positive/negative
VFL - very fine line (often styled "vvvvfl" or similar)
HPT - home pregnancy test
FMU, SMU - first/second morning urine
OB, OBGYN - pregnancy doctor
CNM, CPM - certified nurse midwife, certified professional midwife
GP, PCP - general practitioner, primary care physician
MFM - maternal-fetal medicine (high-risk pregnancy doctor)

Infertility and Loss

RE, REI - reproductive endocrinologist (fertility doctor)
RI - reproductive immunologist (fertility doctor)
PAL - pregnant/pregnancy after loss
IVF - in-vitro fertilization
IUI - intrauterine insemination
FET - frozen embryo transfer
ICSI - intracytoplasmic sperm injection
DPT, DP5DT - days past embryo transfer, days past 5-day embryo transfer
PIO - progesterone in oil (injection)
RPL - recurrent pregnancy loss
CP - chemical pregnancy
MC - miscarriage
MMC - missed miscarriage
TFMR - termination for medical reasons
IUFD - intrauterine fetal demise
D&C, D&E - dilation and curettage, dilation and evacuation

Medical

SCH -subchorionic hematoma
RLP - round ligament pain
Pre-e - preeclampsia
GHT - gestational hypertension
GDM, GD, DM - gestational diabetes
HG - hyperemesis gravidarum
GTT, GCT - glucose tolerance/challenge test
PUPPPs - pruritic urticarial papules and plaques
Beta, Beta HCG - quantitative blood test of pregnancy hormone HCG
PROM, PPROM - premature rupture of membranes
IUGR, FGR - intrauterine/fetal growth restriction
LGA, SGA - large/small for gestational age
NIPT - non-invasive prenatal testing
NT scan - nuchal translucency scan
NST - non-stress test
BPP - biophysical profile
CS - cesarean section
VBAC - vaginal birth after cesarean
TOL, TOLAC - trial of labor after cesarean

Postpartum

PP - postpartum
BF - breastfeeding
FF - formula feeding
PPD - postpartum depression
PPA - postpartum anxiety
PPOCD - postpartum OCD
PPP - postpartum psychosis
PPMAD - postpartum mood and anxiety disorder
LC - lactation consultant
IBCLC - international board-certified lactation consultant

Emojis

🌈 - loss, pregnancy after loss
💙 - male baby
💖 (and variants) - female baby
💚 - baby of unknown sex/gender
👼 - angel baby (loss, stillbirth, infant/child death)
🏳️‍🌈 - lgbtq

So I signed up for the $900 NCS training. I'm only 40% of the way through the course, but I'm a bit bothered by some of the misleading information.

• They claim that studies show that organic food is more nutritious than non-organic food. I found what I assume is the exact study they were referencing, and it literally said that was not the case
• They talk about the "chemicals in GMO's" and how they're dangerous for breastfeeding mothers
• They talk about benefits of "seeding" c-section infants with mother's vaginal fluid, a practice which has potential negative risks and is recommended against by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
• They say there are carcinogens in baby formula

There have also been concerning comments about vaccinations and using homemade baby formula.
There are also no accessibility options, no captions or transcripts or anything. I'm hoh so kinda not cool.
I'm just bothered by how much I spent on it just for it to be this iffy. Has anyone else taken it and what did you think?

SKIN AND IT'S TYPES:

1. Dry Skin:
   
   • Dry skin often feels tight,
   • rough, and may appear flaky or dull. It lacks moisture and may be prone to fine lines and wrinkles.
   • Skincare Needs: Hydration is key for dry skin. Look for moisturizers with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides.
2. Normal Skin:
   
   • Normal skin isn't excessively oily or dry and has few visible imperfections.
   • Skincare Needs: Normal skin needs a basic skincare routine, including gentle cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection.
3. Oily Skin:
   
   • Oily skin tends to produce excess sebum, leading to a shiny complexion, enlarged pores, and a tendency for acne and blackheads.
   • Skincare Needs: Oily skin benefits from lightweight, oil-free moisturizers and gentle, non-comedogenic cleansers. Ingredients like salicylic acid can help control oil production and prevent breakouts.
4. Combination Skin:
   
   • Combination skin exhibits characteristics of both oily and dry skin types. Typically, the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) is oily, while the cheeks are normal to dry.
   • Skincare Needs: A skincare routine that addresses both oily and dry areas is essential. Use products formulated for combination skin.
5. Aging Skin:
   
   • Aging skin experiences a decrease in collagen and elastin production, leading to wrinkles, fine lines, loss of firmness, and uneven tone and texture.
   • Skincare Needs: Anti-aging skincare needs ingredients like retinoids, vitamin C, peptides, and hyaluronic acid to boost collagen production, improve elasticity, and reduce signs of aging.
6. Sensitive Skin:
   
   • Sensitive skin is prone to reactions such as redness, irritation, itching, and stinging in response to various triggers, including skincare products, environmental factors, and certain ingredients.
   • Skincare Needs: Gentle, fragrance-free products formulated for sensitive skin. Use soothing ingredients like aloe vera, and oat extract, and avoid harsh ingredients like alcohol, and fragrances. Patch-testing new products is a must.

SKIN AND IT'S CONCERNS:
1. Acne:

• Acne is a common skin condition characterized by the occurrence of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and cysts.
• Actives:
  • Salicylic Acid: Exfoliates dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and reduces inflammation.
  • Benzoyl Peroxide: Kills acne-causing bacteria and reduces oil production.
  • Retinoids (such as Retin-A or adapalene): Help unclog pores and reduce inflammation.

2. Dryness:

• Dry skin lacks moisture and may feel tight, rough, or flaky.
• Actives:
  • Hyaluronic Acid: Draws moisture into the skin and helps retain it.
  • Glycerin: Acts as a humectant, attracting water to the skin.
  • Ceramides: Help repair the skin's natural barrier and prevent moisture loss.

3. Oiliness:

• Excess oil production can lead to oily skin, which may appear shiny and be prone to acne and blackheads.
• Actives:
  • Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs): Exfoliate the skin's surface and reduce excess oil.
  • Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA): Penetrates deep into pores to unclog them and regulate oil production.
  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Regulates sebum production and has anti-inflammatory properties.

4. Hyperpigmentation:

• Hyperpigmentation refers to areas of the skin that are darker than the surrounding skin due to an overproduction of melanin.
• Actives:
  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid): Inhibits melanin production and brightens the skin.
  • Hydroquinone: Lightens dark spots by inhibiting melanin production.
  • Alpha Arbutin: Acts as a skin-lightening agent by inhibiting melanin production.

5. Fine lines and wrinkles:

• Aging skin tends to develop fine lines and wrinkles, particularly in areas exposed to the sun, like the face, neck, and hands.
• Actives:
  • Retinoids (such as Retin-A or retinol): Stimulate collagen production and increase cell turnover, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Peptides: Help stimulate collagen synthesis and improve skin elasticity.
  • Hyaluronic Acid: Plumps up the skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines.

6. Sun damage:

• Overexposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can cause sunburn, premature aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer.
• Actives:
  • Broad-spectrum Sunscreen (with SPF 30 or higher): Protects the skin from both UVA and UVB rays.
  • Antioxidants (such as Vitamin C, Vitamin E, or Green Tea Extract): Neutralize free radicals caused by sun exposure and prevent oxidative damage.

8. Uneven texture:

• Description: Uneven skin texture may manifest as roughness, bumps, or visible pores.
• Actives:
  • Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs): Exfoliate the skin's surface, promoting cell turnover and smoothing texture.
  • Retinoids (such as Retin-A or retinol): Improve skin texture by increasing cell turnover and collagen production.
  • Enzymes (such as papain or bromelain): Exfoliate dead skin cells and promote a smoother complexion.

SKINCARE ACTIVES:
1. Retinoids (Retinol, Retin-A): Derived from Vitamin A, retinoids are potent anti-aging ingredients that promote cell turnover, reduce wrinkles, and improve skin texture and tone.
2. Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid): A powerful antioxidant that brightens skin, fades hyperpigmentation, and boosts collagen production, helping to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
3. Hyaluronic Acid: A humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin, keeping it hydrated, plump, and supple.
4. Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs): Includes glycolic, lactic, and mandelic acids. AHAs exfoliate the skin, improving texture, reducing hyperpigmentation, and enhancing skin cell turnover.
5. Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA): Such as salicylic acid, BHA is oil-soluble and penetrates deep into pores, making it effective for treating acne, blackheads, and whiteheads.
6. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Helps to regulate oil production, reduce pore size, improve skin texture, and brighten complexion. It's also known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
7. Peptides: These are amino acid chains that signal the skin to produce more collagen, helping to improve elasticity and firmness, and reduce wrinkles.

1. Azelaic Acid: Effective for treating acne and rosacea, azelaic acid also helps fade hyperpigmentation and even skin tone.

9. Ceramides: Essential for maintaining the skin barrier function, ceramides help to prevent moisture loss, strengthen the skin's natural protective layer, and soothe dry or irritated skin.
SKINCARE PRODUCTS:

1. Cleanser:
2. Removes dirt, oil, makeup, and other impurities from the skin.
3. Types: Gel cleansers for oily skin, creamy cleansers for dry skin, and gentle cleansers for sensitive skin.
4. How to Use: Apply a small amount to damp skin, massage gently in circular motions, then rinse with lukewarm water. Use morning and night.
   
5. Toner:
   
   • Balances the skin's pH levels, and preps the skin for subsequent skincare products.
   • Types: Alcohol-free toners for all skin types, exfoliating toners containing AHAs or BHAs for oily or acne-prone skin.
   • How to Use: Apply the toner on your fingers and swipe over cleansed face and neck. Use morning and night.
6. Serum:
   
   • Delivers concentrated active ingredients to target specific skin concerns, such as hydration, brightening, or anti-aging.
   • Types: Hydrating serums with hyaluronic acid, vitamin C serums for brightening, and retinol serums for anti-aging.
   • How to Use: Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin and gently pat until absorbed. Follow with moisturizer. Use morning and/or night.
7. Moisturizer:
   
   • Hydrates and nourishes the skin, helps to maintain its moisture barrier, and seals in moisture.
   • Types: Lightweight lotions for oily skin, thicker creams for dry skin, and gel moisturizers for combination skin.
   • How to Use: Apply a pea-sized amount to the face and neck, gently massaging in upward motions. Use morning and night, or as needed.
8. Sunscreen:
   
   • Protects the skin from harmful UV rays, preventing sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer.
   • Types: Broad-spectrum sunscreens with SPF 30 or higher, available in various formulations (e.g., lotions, creams, gels, sprays).
   • How to Use: Apply generously to all exposed skin areas at least 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating.
9. Exfoliant:
   
   • Removes dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and promotes skin renewal, resulting in smoother, brighter skin.
   • Types: Physical exfoliants (scrubs) with particles like sugar or oatmeal, chemical exfoliants containing AHAs or BHAs.
   • How to Use: Use 1-3 times per week, depending on skin sensitivity.
10. Mask:
    
    • Provides targeted treatment for specific skin concerns, such as hydration, or brightening.
    • Types: Clay masks for deep cleansing, sheet masks for hydration, and overnight masks for intensive treatment.
    • How to Use: Apply a thin/thick layer to cleansed skin, avoiding the eye area. Leave on for the recommended time (usually 10-20 minutes), then rinse or remove as directed.
11. Eye Cream:
    
    • Hydrates, firms, brightens and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the delicate eye area.
    • Types: Lightweight creams peptides and caffeine.
    • How to Use: Gently pat a small amount around the eye area using your ring finger, avoiding direct contact with the eyes. Use as per need.

SKINCARE BRANDS THAT I LIKE, USE AND WOULD RECOMMEND:

• Cetaphil
• Minimalist
• The Ordinary
• Cerave
• D'You
• FormulaRX
• Plum
• Dear Klairs
• Beauty Of Joeson
• The Body Shop
• 82 East
• Deconstruct
• Sugandha
• Laneige
• Dr. Sheth's

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