Semi-Charmed Life

Cetaphil is Great!

Last summer I realized that my skin was reacting poorly to the lotion I was using. For years I was using Lubriderm, which was recommended by my dermatologist years ago. For some reason, the lotion started to make me itch really. Lubriderm claims it is non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, etc etc but apparently there is something in that I was reacting badly to.

After some research, I decided to switch to Cetaphil lotion. In addition to that, I made it a point to moisturize directly after showering.

At the same time, I also switched from my Aveeno body wash to Cetaphil bar soap. It's been nearly 10 months, and this is by far the longest run I've had where I've not had any significant flare-ups with my eczema.

I recommend for anyone out there with sensitive skin to go out there and try out some Cetaphil products. My skin has always been REALLY bad, so I'm pretty amazed thus far how great the results have been.

I have made one small change though. I switched to a CVS imitation because apparently the patents for Cetaphil's products have long expired, so other companies are allowed to copy them. The generic products are identical in ingredients and have pretty much given me the same results, for a cheaper price.

I also use Cetaphil to wash my hands and face after brazilian jiu jitsu. Soap goes nowhere near my face. Nothing is as gentle as Cetaphil (or generic Cetaphil!).

Busy Busy

I think I might have taken on more than I can chew. With a desired target of 2 days of rest a week (doesn't have to be a weekend), a desired target of 4 days of bjj a week with a minimum of at least 3, a minimum of 2 days of lifting a week, and 1 day of cycling a week, I have found it immensely difficult to keep up with all my goals.

I have also been slacking a bit in the project I'm helping with, but I plan to refocus myself starting today. Being busy is difficult but it forces me to be ultra efficient with my time. On week days when I get home I only have about an hour and a half to eat, shower, and do whatever I have to do before I go to sleep.

The good thing about my schedule though is that time just seems to fly. I have something to look forward to every day of the week.