So this was an absolute game-changer for me, but it was also something I didn't even consider as a potential option until about 4 years into my BDD.
When I look back, I find it really surprising I didn't at all consider it, but by the chance I'm not an outlier, I'd like to make men aware that this is a something they can consider.
On the website dermnetnz.org on the Cosmetic camouflage page, it says this:
'Cosmetic camouflage has been shown to improve the quality of life significantly. It improves patient self-esteem and creates a sense of personal well-being.'
This is when I first had the notion that this was something I could try, and I haven't looked back since.
At least for me, getting my skin to look initially better was really not much effort and surprisingly not one person noticed I had anything on my face.
However I am still getting better and better at using it. I recommend allowing yourself some time to learn how to do it before giving up on it, as does DermNet: 'It may take some practice to achieve a satisfactory final appearance.'
Also I highly recommend dermnetnz.org. It's a reputable, non-profit dermatology resource with guides for people with any kind of skin-related questions, and it was recommended to me by my Doctor.
And if you'd like confirmation that this can be effective treatment for BDD, see this video, a video brought to my attention by @Sora@feddit.ch (thank you Sora!) which is made by the BDD Foundation (you can see the community sidebar for details on this organisation but in short it's a very helpful BDD support charity). And here is a screenshot of the part of the video with the confirmation: 
Thanks for reading, and I hope this might be of use to someone :)
Thank you for saying that, I am feeling a bit better now ☺️.
Ooh that sounds good I think I might try listening to them.
Wow I find it so hard to mediate but I love mindfulness. It's been too hot lately but sitting outside staring into space feels super nice.
How long did you meditate for?
Woo! That's really nice to hear! You're really lucky haha I remember for me during my first week while my body was getting used to it I was feeling really nauseous and couldn't sleep lol.
Also like @FlyingSquid@lemmy.world said I agree you should be careful as it is unusual to be feeling better that quickly. There are many reasons that could happen tho, the obvious one is placebo (but who cares really if you're feeling better); second one is that the desicion to go get antidepressants has had a positive benefit to your life and made you feel like you want to make even more progress, in turn increaseing your happiness; third one is mania (extreme euphoria) which is extremely unlikely, but a dangerous potential side effect of anti-depressants and you probably need to call an ambulance if this happens; and finally fourth one is that it really has just worked extra quickly for you, which is unlikely but not impossible!
So whatever the reason is I'm glad it's working out for you, just be mindful of your emotions but don't worry too much as you'll probably be able to tell if something is seriously wrong.
Good look for the future :)
Yes absolutely. I've had a quick look at the site and it seems credible, not to mention I think I've heard it recommended before so it sounds like a really good idea to me :) thank you for your input!
It's so weird how colours seem to matter so much. It's like lighting as well
Mhm, I don't know if this happens to you but everyone tells me that my worrisome body part looks completely normal and it makes me think that they must be right but at the same time, when i see it exposed I just look completely different and it's so confusing.
Also - assuming you want to wear one but feel you can't - I hope you feel amazing wearing a skirt one day
I'm so glad it's helped you ☺️. Do you think it would be beneficial or link it in the sidebar of the community?
That's okay! I hope it might come in useful to you or someone else :).
And thank you so much for taking the time to comment!
Mhm, you might be right. But imo it's nice to hear about any kind of progress even if it might end up not working because at the end of the day it's one step closer to finding a cure and ofc that would be amazing.
Also sorry to hear you have Crohn's btw. I don't have it but ik someone who does and I know it's a real pain for eating :(.
Hopefully this community will allow anyone on Lemmy with Body Dysmorphia to get some support if they'd like it.
Links:
EDIT: Accidentally typed the link without the underscore so they weren't working my bad haha, should be working now.
Yep! 40mph which feels fast bc you're really low the ground. Definitely recommend for a fun day out haha.
Yes it did I'm always scared about it fading throughout the day and it's been nice bc most of the time it doesn't happen, meaning I feel less anxious about it and also check the mirror less.