I'm a huge fan of retailers who have lifetime guarantees or warranties. I'm trying to make an effort to buy more from these places. The retailers that I've enjoyed with these features include REI, Eddie Bauer, The North Face, Eastpak, Jansport and Koss headphones.
Are there any more I should be aware of? I've heard about Briggs & Riley suitcases and Craftsman tools. Please let me know of any others and of your favorites.
posted by Borborygmus
on May 9, 2013 -
32 answers
I have always been fascinated by the comment that someone has a "friendly face".
But, my question is this: what are the physical traits that make a human face be perceived as "friendly"? Are there any social psychology studies out there that have looked into this issue? What is your own theory on this?
posted by jacobean
on Apr 27, 2013 -
8 answers
YANAD, but what are these lines on my face?? They start from the inner corner of each eye and run in a long semi-circle under my eye to the middle of my outer cheek area. Bad phone quality pictures
here and
here (it's a good day so they aren't as puffy so it may be hard to tell). Limited Google results tell me they may be malar festoons/mounds??, however I can only find articles on these in older people and I'm 23. Some days they are barely noticeable and others they are very pronounced (for example, at 16 I was once asked how I got those big scars on my face). I haven't noticed any link between how pronounced they are and what time of day it is, if I am especially tired etc. It can sometimes make me quite self conscious when I catch a glimpse of my reflection in a window or mirror and see these pronounced creases cutting through my cheek fat. Any ideas??
posted by sunshine arakhan
on Apr 25, 2013 -
17 answers
How to heal or restore moisture to this (probably) temporary chemical-sensitivity induced rash/dryness on my face?
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posted by lovableiago
on Mar 11, 2013 -
7 answers
I am a late thirties, fair-skinned, outdoorsy, sunscreen-shunning person who now has the face to show it. Assuming from now on I don't smoke (quit several years ago), wear hats and/or sunscreen, will the accelerated aging of the skin on my face slow down to a normal rate?
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posted by silly me
on Mar 5, 2013 -
13 answers
I recently turned 40 and my skin, which has previously been happy under my tender loving care, has decided to rebel. I've always had dry skin but this winter is the first I've experienced flaky patches on my face. My usual moisturizer does nothing. HELP!
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posted by jezemars
on Feb 20, 2013 -
34 answers
I have a bad (short and growing out) haircut, and I've been having the worst acne breakout of my life for the past 5 months. I feel very unattractive. I'm now under the care of a great dermatologist, and I'm searching for a new stylist. In the meantime, I don't feel like myself. How can I get back on track?
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posted by your mom's a sock puppet
on Jan 14, 2013 -
25 answers
Face-elasticity-filter: Should my skin be this stretchy? (also file under weird-things-you-talk-about-when-married filter)
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posted by Albondiga
on Nov 19, 2012 -
11 answers
Do you have any suggestions for a fun, short haircut for straight hair that will look good on both a guy and a girl?
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posted by Pwoink
on Nov 11, 2012 -
7 answers
A friend would like me to save her some posts and comments from FB in a less ephemeral way. I'd like to copy them and make them into some sort of book or pamphlet for her. Have you done this sort of thing before and if so, how? I've seen Fonicle, which I think is a bit of overkill for this situation.
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posted by jvilter
on Oct 17, 2012 -
6 answers
So, it seems like I look my best first thing in the morning (right after I wake up), and I lose that look after about 30 minutes. I can't figure out why this is the case - it seems people tend to usually think the opposite. I'd like to prolong this effect as long as possible, so any suggestions to that effect are also welcomed. Any ideas hivemind?
posted by Sakura3210
on Jun 28, 2012 -
17 answers
What face shape am I? And how do you really determine these things (face shape professionals come on out)?
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posted by raintree
on May 30, 2012 -
20 answers
Seeking natural/mineral-ish smooth self-sharpening eyeliner pencil recommendations.
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posted by fructose
on May 27, 2012 -
3 answers
Is my skin flaking because I am overexfoliating or because it is still adjusting to the chemical exfoliants?
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posted by teragram
on Feb 23, 2012 -
14 answers
I have a red cheeked preschooler. Trying to talk to doc, but wanted thoughts from others.
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posted by k8t
on Dec 12, 2011 -
16 answers
Are there any downloadable typefaces similar to these logos?
http://cdn.hypebeast.com/image/2011/10/huf-10k-pack-1-620x413.jpg
http://www.shogunstore.com/blog/wp-content/images/2010/12/undftd_logo-880x660.jpg
Thanks
posted by FuckingAwesome
on Nov 1, 2011 -
6 answers
The skin on my face has not been as smooth and radiant the last couple of years. I am 26, female. What can I do to get it back to normal, or if this is the new normal, how can I prevent it from getting worse?
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posted by never.was.and.never.will.be.
on Sep 18, 2011 -
20 answers
It's time to come clean... literally. I'm 26 years old, and I don't really know how to take care of my skin properly to keep it clean, breakout free, and hydrated. Please teach me Skin Care 101, so I can have a daily routine to make this happen.
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posted by ocherdraco
on Feb 25, 2011 -
48 answers
The Oil Cleansing Method seems to be awfully popular around here. I've been doing it for 5 days now and my skin is both better and worse than ever! If you've tried it, how long did it take for things to really improve? Or did you give up on it?
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posted by vytae
on Jan 20, 2011 -
33 answers
The skin on my face spontaneously started feeling tough and waxy to the touch. What could have caused this?
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posted by rachaelfaith
on Jan 8, 2011 -
9 answers
Do you like using a face pillow for lying on your stomach on a regular bed (i.e. not a massage table)? What kind is it and where can I get one?
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posted by huckit
on Dec 16, 2010 -
1 answer
Has anyone had success in reducing the number of acne/face cleansing products they use?
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posted by Loto
on Dec 14, 2010 -
35 answers
What cream, gel, or lotion can be used to protect my face from cold air when walking at night?
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posted by adipocere
on Nov 5, 2010 -
8 answers
What the hell is wrong with me? Nerve damage? Anxiety? [InsertVitamin] deficiency? Butterflies in my teeth?
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posted by doublehappy
on Oct 31, 2010 -
18 answers
Recently I find myself stretching my face muscles, which always seem fatigued. What gives?
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posted by zardoz
on Sep 6, 2010 -
6 answers
I make awkward faces when I sing and when I'm having my photo taken. How do I not?
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posted by bradly
on Jul 28, 2010 -
13 answers
