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Albinism, Hair & Beauty
Albinism & Platinum Hair: Keeping White Hair White
June 18, 2020 / 1 Comment
I love my white hair, but it can be a challenge to keep white. Environmental factors can lead to yellowing of the hair, but there are steps you can take to prevent and reverse this effect.
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Transition Lenses: Are They Dark Enough?
In Albinism, Blindness & Visual Impairment, Low Vision Products
June 12, 2024
I finally picked up some Transitions lenses, but what are they and how to they fit my needs? Read on to learn my thoughts on these fun science-y glasses. […]
Do Accessibility Features Make Games Too Easy?
In Blindness & Visual Impairment, Disability, Gaming, Technology
December 13, 2023
Do game accessibility features make games too easy? These features actually benefit those with and without disabilities. Read on to find out how! […]
Internalized Ableism: When Society Doesn’t Work
In Albinism, Blindness & Visual Impairment, Disability, Everyday Life
October 13, 2023
Ableism is everywhere, including in our very own minds. It has a huge impact on every aspect of our lives, but you CAN change the way you think about disability, and you should! […]
Choosing a Tip for Your Mobility Cane
In Blindness & Visual Impairment, Low Vision Products
October 3, 2022
Choosing a tip for your mobility cane is a very personal task, but there are some guidelines that can help you make the decision. Here, I run through the various tips, their general uses, and some general guidelines to help you choose your next cane tip. Remember, I am absolutely no orientation & mobility expert. I am simple gathering all the information for you guys. […]
Why Are We Proud to be Disabled?
In Albinism, Blindness & Visual Impairment, Disability
July 18, 2022
July is Disability Pride Month! To many this may seem like an odd statement, but disability pride is about much more than being proud to be a disabled person. […]