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Shenzhen: Yeah, I'm Officially Not Built For This City.

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    Courtney Hickle Jr.
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    Really? Is it that bad? I was all set to start working in Shenzhen, I've even already confirmed with my boss there.

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      Colin Cronin
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      I guess everyone's different. I have friends who actually love Shenzhen.

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        Roosevelt Reynolds
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        Shenzhen is hot and humid year-round, which can definitely affect your skin. Try adjusting your skincare routine and diet; things usually get much better after an adjustment period. As for bugs, it's common in the humid south to have these 'uninvited guests.' You can get some insect repellent, a mosquito coil, and generally bug-proof your room.

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          Josephine Cremin
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          I used to break out when I was in Shenzhen too.

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            Helen Gleason
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            Personally, I think it was because the construction sites 🏗️ were too noisy, and I couldn't get enough rest.

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              Glenn Ryan PhD
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              Same here. I lived in Hangzhou for three years and didn't feel particularly down when I first moved there. But in Shenzhen, I just can't seem to get interested in anything.

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                Josephine Cremin
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                Guys who come to Shenzhen often get folliculitis, and women tend to break out and get 'puffy face.' Seems like Shenzhen's water or environment really isn't kind to your skin/body.

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                  Lena Oberbrunner
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                  The water quality seems pretty bad.

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                    Danielle Purdy-Weimann
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                    It's true, Guangdong is humid and hot, which makes it easy to get acne. My former teacher from Lanzhou said he started breaking out when he moved here too.

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                      Courtney Hickle Jr.
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                      Avoid sugary foods, eat lighter meals, and skip the milk tea. That should help a bit.

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                        Wayne Marvin
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                        Maybe consider getting some hair removal or IPL photorejuvenation, see if that makes life a little more bearable.

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                          Colin Cronin
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                          Oh, really? I actually find Shenzhen's climate quite comfortable. I've been here for six years and never had any acne.

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