Hi! I’m Avisha NessAiver / @Distilled Science
👨🔬 Scientist turned 🎓 Science Educator – 🧬 Science-backed Life Optimization
I help you use Science & Data to think smarter, live healthier, & uncover truth online
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Sunscreens I Use
Full Body Sunscreen - Broad Spectrum Mineral - Australian - For those who want a fully mineral, non-chemical option with a good price and nice texture. BONUS: It’s got a super cool bottle that changes color in the presence of harmful UV! 😎
Face Sunscreen - UVA/UVB - Sensitive Skin - This is a bit pricey for full-body application, but sometimes for the face it's worth going higher-quality. This broad-spectrum sunscreen has added Hyaluronic Acid, Caffeine, and green tea polyphenols for added hydration, skin tightening, and anti-oxidative effects.
Air Purifier
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- Great for rooms ~500 sq ft, still a solid effect for the 500-100 sq ft range.
- Top Wirecutter pick
- Best combo of coverage, noise, and price (including year 1 filter) in this analysis of 50+ air purifiers!
Note: The effectiveness of any filter-based air purifier is a direct function of it’s fan speed. When shopping for any air purfier, look for something that says “CADR” or “Clean Air Delivery Rate.” As a rule of thumb, aim for a CADR of ~50% the square footage you’re trying to treat, assuming ~8.5’ ceilings.
My Sleep Masks
The Musicozy
I wear this >50% of nights.
If you like falling asleep listening to music, audiobooks, or podcasts, this guy will become your best friend!
- Built-in headphones
- wrap-around design
- blocks out most light (takes rooms from “dark-ish” to “optimal darkness for sleep health”)
- Very compact for travel (I sometimes put it in my pocket)
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Who is this for?
- If you like falling asleep listening to something
- If your normal bedroom is dark but not pitch black, and you want the health benefits of the latter.
- If you travel on cars, buses, and airplanes and want to fall asleep listening to something
The WAOAW
Maximum darkness!
For times when i need maximum light-blocking. I’ve used this to fall asleep in a super bright airport on multiple occasions.
- Can’t tell the difference between room lights on or off.
- Doesn’t put pressure on the eyes or eyelashes
- Thick, full-wrap-around elastic band that doesn’t cause tension (normal thin elastic bands give me headaches)
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Who is this for?
- If you often need to sleep in medium to high lighting rooms.
- If your eyes are sensitive to pressure
- If you have eyelash extensions
The Sleep Master
Maximum Comfort!
For nights when i’m tired enough to fall asleep without listening to anything.
- Soft silky material
- Wrap-around velcro design (no elastic)
- Blocks 98% of light, perfect for all but the brightest of rooms–and still works pretty well in them (it won’t take an airport to pitch-black, but it will make it easily dark enough to fall asleep).
- Feels like your face is getting a hug
- Mine has lasted 6+ years and counting
- If elastic bands irritate you / give headahces
- If you have sensitive skin
- If you want the best blend of light blocking and comfort
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