To ask what things in life actually do what they say on the tin?

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I’ll start:

Otrivine for colds

Clinique lash power - amazing mascara that stays on all day with no smudging

Silicone ear plugs - they even block out DHs snoring!

I always get colds going onto my chest and I found sudafed makes that worse for me. Annoying because it really clears a stuffy nose.

Dr Beckmannn colour catchers
Night nurse medicine
Sterimar nasal wash

@CookieDoughKid you do look amazing !
Using the recommended programme on my very cheap washing machine rather than using the same setting for everything

Nike carbon plate trainers (I can't even remember what version I got I think they're alphafly) I definitely run faster in them!

I don't understand how you can give a referal code if it needs to be prescribed

Yep sorry Cookie Dough but I can't see any difference either. You don't seem to have lines on either picture.

Turtle doves cashmere hand warmers. They male a huge difference when I'm working at home.

Marriage.

Totally outdated institution.

Tried it once. Not fit for purpose for women.

Not sure it is for men either but since this is mumsnet let's stick to that.

My skin difference with tret (I use skin and me)

Forgot method daily shower cleaner, the passion fruit one smells good too. No choking on fumes when you spray it!

Barman's friend powder. Amazing for getting stains out of kitchen worktops

@PeloFondo amazing difference!! Googling and ordering this pronto! Can it be used for crows feet? I’m 36 but looking 90

It travels so I wouldn't apply it directly and not to under eye but it seems to be ok for me - I do use a retinol eye serum too

@Whitegrenache I buy from Dermatica. They start you off on very low concentration and every formula is custom to your skin specifically. Here is my referral code for anyone who wishes to try it. We get £5 credit each!

www.dermatica.co.uk/referrer/GYELLR

This has made me think. When I bought my washing machine last year I found a setting which isn’t too long and the spin cycle works well and I’ve been using that for everything. I’m wondering if most people do this.

Dr. Scholl's Pain Relief Orthotics Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis. Went from crippling pain to happy in a day - magic!

@Needesppressonow thank you :) @LynetteScavo and others, for those who say they don’t see much difference. I used to have fine lines around my eyes and on my temple. Not deep crows feet but definitely noticeable with aging process given that I’m in my mid 40s. I wish I took better photos from before I started treatment but I’m crap at taking close up selfies. The fines lines have smoothed out and the skin has got thicker. You know how you press aging skin, it feels thin like a deflated pillow? Well my skin has got thicker, imagine a pillow with extra feathers. And this has really helped smoothen the surface of my overall complexion. In addition, my formula is custom, so Dermatica prescribed Niacinamide 4% / Azelaic Acid 4% as well, which fades melasma, sun spots caused by sun damage and breakouts. Honestly, my friends always comment how amazing my skin is now. I wish I worked for Dermatica!

Also, I should mention sunscreen. I use minimum spf 30 daily as a moisturiser, I use Khiels Ultra Facial. It is sooo good especially with constant change in temperature, heating on etc…my skin gets dry, and Khiels just helps prevent issues and irritation.

@CombatBarbie I believe it’s actually a £5 credit in your basket. It’s a custom formula but the price of the formula (it’s a cream) is reduced when Dermatica applies the credit. You complete a survey and provide pictures of your skin. Hope that helps. Such treatment takes minimum 4 months for noticeable effects so you do have to be patient. Although I saw results after 12 weeks.

Those of you using Tret, does it work for hormonal acne?

Yeah but would it seal a 'Ron'? Then it would do what it says on the tin.

Find a Ron and see if it makes him waterproof.

Calpol. Magic juice.

@Peccary yes I believe they do. See photos here from their customers. Although their dermatologists will provide the best (and most qualified) advice:

www.dermatica.co.uk/treatments/acne

I’m not doubting that you’ve seen excellent results with this product and I’m glad you’re happy, but from an outsider’s point of view I honestly can’t tell which of the pix you uploaded are before with the “problem” or after with the “problem fixed!”

Yes, apologies but I agree. You look great in both but I can't see a difference!