Recent Content by ToffeeMarshmallows

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    Freestyle libre

    I find the best way to remove my sensor is to use alcohol hand sanitizer. It really helps dissolve the adhesive. I use the Cutan foam that comes in a red pump bottle. It's expensive even at the best of times but works great for me. Haven't tried any other brand on it so might be worth a go with...
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    Need advice with treating Hypos

    I use True Plus glucose gel. It's available in Boots and works very quickly. My GP prescribes Rapilose or Glucogel. I've found Rapilose doesn't work for me and I try to keep the Glucogel for very low hypos
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    Libre Sensor

    I use alcohol hand foam to remove mine. I put some around the edges, give it a minute to settle in then remove the sensor. It makes the glue more gloopy and easier to remive
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    Diabetes, psoriasis/dry skin and makeup

    I don't have psoriasis but I would have always had very dry skin on my face and makeup would have clung to patches particularly around the top of my nose, inner eye area. If BG control was poor then it was be visible all over my face. About a year and a half ago I changed make-up and the...