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Brand Ambassador Reuben de Maid Launch NEW W7 Cosmetics Products

August 1, 2019/0 Comments/in Beauty, Events, Lifestyle, Product Reviews /by Glasgow Skinner

zithromax z-pak 250 mg We love being introduced to new beauty brands, especially if they are budget-friendly and offer a vast variety. We can’t help but get excited when we are introduced to what could be our new favorite beauty find. And that is exactly what happened when we were invited to celebrate W7 Cosmetics and their new Brand Ambassador, YouTube sensation, Reuben de Maid.

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source site For those note familiar with brand ambassador Reuben de Maid, he is a 14-year-old UK-based, YouTube sensation and makeup artist who got his break on The Ellen Show. Created by two entrepreneurial young men from London, UK, W7 Cosmetics is known for its array of highly pigmented eyeshadow palettes, budget beauty dupes and playful, design-focused products. W7 Cosmetics delivers high-quality cosmetics at an affordable price.

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The budget-friendly makeup brand boasts a collection of over 500 products, none of which are tested on animals. The product range includes nail polish, foundations, lipsticks and glosses, eyeshadows and palettes, plus an extensive offering of mascaras. We’re in love with their almost unlimited range of mascaras (we’re currently obsessing over their Glitter Flash gold mascara).

On an even more personal level, we love the range of product available under their Ebony Collection, formulated for darker skin tones. Products in this range include Foundations, Concealers, and Powders.

But back to the palettes. We’ve never seen so many varieties from one beauty brand. W7 Cosmetics has every eye and lip palettes you can imagine. It’s like palette heaven. We had a chance to play a little with a few of the products and we love everything.

You’ll be addicted to the limited edition Socialite Eyeshadow Palette; this multi-textured pressed pigment palette features a range of 18 pressed nude pigments. It includes 10 creamy matte shades, 4 duo-chrome shades, 2 pressed glitter shades, 1 shimmer shade, and 1 concealer.

We also had the pleasure of speaking with Reuben de Maid about W7 Cosmetics, his favorite products from the brand and product collaborations between him and the brand.

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Big Screen, Big Battery: Motorola Unveils NEW moto e6 Smartphone

July 29, 2019/0 Comments/in Lifestyle, Product Reviews, Technology /by Glasgow Skinner

A few months ago, Motorola launched a new release in their Z Series smartphones; a few days ago, they announced the 6th generation of its moto e family. What makes the moto e6 smartphone stand out from other value-tier smartphones? It’s high quality, up-to-date features that you can count on such as a maximum display, long-lasting battery, and a sharp camera.

The new moto e6 was designed with improved essentials in mind. It boasts a 5.5” Max Vision display, more than a day of battery life, and a 13MP camera with premium features. It’s everything you need for all-day fun at a very budget-friendly price. Check out all of the moto e6’s features below:

Its Max Vision HD+ display gives you maximum viewing thanks to an 18:9 aspect ratio, so you scroll less and enjoy more. You’ll love the fact that you can see so much and still hold the phone comfortably in one hand.
Easily listen to music on your headphones using the dedicated headphone jack. A lightweight, unibody, water-repellent design keeps your phone protected inside and out.
Enjoy more than a day of power with a 3000 mAh removable battery. Watch 5 full-length movies back to back, play games nonstop for 8+ hours, or listen to songs offline for 109 hours straight.
The moto e6 is 50% faster than the moto e5. It boasts a lag-free, octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon performance that runs smoothly, even when multitasking. Need more room for apps? Add up to 256 GB of storage to the moto e6 to move photos, songs, and movies to a dedicated external microSD card slot.
A great improvement from last year’s moto e5 is its fast-focusing, sharp 13 MP rear camera. It ensures you won’t miss the moments that move quickly. Thanks to a big 1.12um pixels along with a large f/2.0 aperture, your camera has improved performance in lowlight scenarios. When you have a smaller aperture and bigger pixel, your camera performs better. Get the most out of scenes like fireworks, campfires, starry nights, or outdoor nighttime concerts.
For the first time ever, you can add premium touches to your photos with moto e6’s Spot Color and Portrait Mode. Select a single color to keep and turn the rest of the photo black & white for a distinctive look using Spot Color mode. In Portrait Mode, use the front or rear camera to enhance a subject with a beautiful blur effect in the background. You can even use portrait mode with your 5MP selfie camera.
The moto e6 has the clean Android Pie software you expect from Motorola, allowing you to avoid bloatware and unwanted apps. Plus, it has more exclusive Moto Experiences than ever before on a moto e including Fast Flashlight; turning the flashlight on with a simple chop-chop motion; and Screenshot Editor, letting you share, write and draw on your screenshots immediately. These new experiences also include Media Controls and One Button Nav, previously only available on higher-tier devices.

The new moto e6 will be available now in the US through Verizon. T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, Boost Mobile, U.S. Cellular, Consumer Cellular, Xfinity Mobile, and universally unlocked are available on www.Amazon.com, Best Buy, B&H Photo, and Walmart. In Canada, the new moto e6 will be available starting this summer. The moto e6 is available at a price you’ll love; get it in starry black and navy blue starting at only $149.99.

Urban Skin Rx: Skincare From The Melanin Skin Experts

July 28, 2019/0 Comments/in Beauty, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Product Reviews, Skincare /by Glasgow Skinner

Everyone has heard the famous line “Black don’t crack”; while it’s true that the melanin in African American skin helps in looking younger, black skin still needs nurturing. Black may not crack but it does bruise. While we may look younger, black men and women can still be plagued with skin issues. These include acne, enlarged pores, hyperpigmentation and other common concerns seen in darker skin tones. Thankfully, there is a solution. Urban Skin Rx is a clinical skincare line founded by medical aesthetician Rachel Roff. It is a skincare range of scientifically researched corrective skincare products for all skin tones and colors.

We are currently trying out three skincare products from Urban Skin Rx – ritonavir coronavirus pills Combination Skin Cleansing Bar, Clear & Even Tone Clarifying Glycolic Pads, and the Even Tone Super Glow Serum. Keep on reading for more information on these products and our take on them:

lopinavir store Combination Skin Cleansing Bar, $24.00 – the Urban Skin Rx Cleansing Bars are also known as “treatment bars in a jar” because that’s exactly what they are. The 3-in-1 Combination Skin Cleansing Bar is a smoothing, hydrating cleansing treatment. It improves the appearance of rough skin, aging skin and eczema-prone skin. It works as a daily cleanser, mask, and exfoliator thanks to its rich, thick lather and exfoliating sponge.

You don’t need much of the solid brown cleansing bar to get a deep clean, and it boasts a light fennel scent. It left our skin looking brighter and left it felt clean, but not tight or dry. We love a multitasking beauty product and this Urban Skin Rx cleanser is an effective time-saver.

lopinavir ritonavir cost Clear & Even Tone Clarifying Glycolic Pads, $32.00- thanks to a powerful combination of Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, and Salicylic acid, the Urban Skin Rx Clear & Even Tone Clarifying Glycolic Pads effectively exfoliates dead skin cells, promotes even-looking skin tone, removes excess oil, and leaves behind a skin cleansing formula. It will take time to see the full benefits of using the pads but personal experience tells us that Glycolic acid smooths the appearance of skin. You’ll experience a slight initial tingling, which disappears just as quickly.

kaletra truvada Even Tone Super Glow Serum, $26.00 – last but not least is the Urban Skin Rx Even Tone Super Glow Serum; a brightening and anti-aging antioxidant powerhouse. It is the perfect blend of ingredients which work together to improve the appearance of dark spots, sun damage and the effects of aging. It has an earthy scent to it, a faint citrus scent, but more eathy, a lot like aged orange rinds. Upon first application, it can feel a bit sticky but it absorbs fairly quickly into the skin. As sufferers of uneven skin tones, we can’t wait to be free from the issues that plague our darker skin.

Our fellow melanin-gifted, if you are looking for effective skincare for your skin tone needs, try Urban Skin Rx.

Crowned In Curls: Naturalicious Hello Gorgeous 3-Step Hair Care System

July 22, 2019/0 Comments/in Beauty, Haircare, Lifestyle, Product Reviews /by Glasgow Skinner

Ladies, how would you describe your curly hair? Do you have tight curls and coils or do you have medium to loose curls and waves? Fact is, not all curls are not created equal; actually, not all hair is created equal. Even twins can have different textures, curl patterns, etc. So how do you, the curly-haired, keep your curly locks at their best? With the Naturalicious Hello Gorgeous 3-Step Hair Care System of course! Depending on your curl type, there is a Naturalicious Hello Gorgeous Hair Care System that’s best for your curly hair.

Naturalicious has two Hello Gorgeous 3-Step Hair Care Systems, one for Tight Curls & Coils and the other for Medium to Loose Curls & Waves. Not only do these products smell incredible, but they are also multitasking masters that love your hair. The Naturalicious Hello Gorgeous Hair Care for Tight Curls & Coils (pictured above) is designed for more coily and kinky hair textures, which require deeper moisturizing and hydration while allowing the hair to move and not be stiff.

The Naturalicious Hello Gorgeous Hair Care for Medium to Loose Curls & Waves is less dense, which prevents the “weigh down” that often occurs for fine hair textured naturals when looking for a deeply moisturizing product. Get to know the products that are sure to make your curls happy, below:

Step 1: Moroccan Rhassoul 5-in-1 Clay Treatment

This 2-in-1 replaces five products in your hair regimen: it’s a detoxifying cleanser, a smoothing conditioner, a detangler, a deep conditioner, and does the work of a leave-in-conditioner ALL AT ONCE! It’s created with mega-hydrating Rhassoul Clay straight from Morocco, removes excess toxins, impurities and buildup, which means shinier, healthier hair, and is available as follows: 2oz/$8.00, 8oz/$23.00, and 16oz/$36.00 when sold separately from Hello Gorgeous System.

Step 2: Moisture Infusion Styling Creme

The Moisture Infusion Styling Creme replaces a moisturizer, a styling creme, and a heat protectant. It stops brittleness, breakage, split ends and shedding. Boasting coconut oil, sunflower oil, and vitamin E that condition your tresses, promote healthy hair growth, and encourage length retention. Get this incredible smelling styling creme as follows: 2oz/$8.00, 4oz/$20.00, and 8oz/$33.00 when sold separately from Hello Gorgeous System.

Step 3: Divine Shine Moisture Lock

The Divine Shine Moisture Lock contains Spanish almond regrowth oil aids in growing, thickening, and strengthening hair, Safflower oil to fight frizz, and extra virgin olive oil to lock in moisture 3 times as long. We love the fact that it can be used both as regular moisturizing oil and hot oil. Get the 2oz/$8.00 and the 4oz/$18.00 when sold separately from Hello Gorgeous System.

The products from both these lines are made without Sulfates, Parabens, Gluten, Mineral Oil, Phthalates and are cruelty-free. You can get all three products in either Naturalicious Hello Gorgeous Hair Care System for $56.00 each. Get these products at www.ULTA.com, select Whole Foods, Sally Beauty Supply and www.naturalicious.net.

LogicInk UV Day Tattoo: Know When You’ve Had Enough Sun Exposure

July 20, 2019/0 Comments/in Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Product Reviews, Technology /by Glasgow Skinner

You don’t need to step outside to realize we are experiencing an incredible heatwave. So dangerous that a heat index warning has been issued, outdoor events have been canceled and people are encouraged to stay indoors until it’s over. While days like this are few and we heed the warnings, on a typical day, you may not realize just how much sun exposure you’re getting. Did you know there are an estimated 4.3 million cases of BCC (Basal Cell Carcinoma) diagnosed in the U.S. each year and there’s no sign of that slowing down? It’s way past the time we need to know about the harmful effects of UV overexposure. Here’s a question to yourselves, how do you know when you’ve had enough sun exposure for the day? With the LogicInk UV day tattoo, you can. It’s the future of health wearables.

LogicInk UV is designed to measure the cumulative effect of one day in the sun. The outer circle and bar turn fully pink when you reach the daily UV limit for sensitive skin; this is based on data from the World Health Organization. The inner circle and dot show the current UV exposure in real-time. In the above photo, you will see a pink spot; this is the measurement of sun exposure I had prior to applying the LogicInk. I had not yet gone back into the sun while wearing it. As you can see, it’s already letting me know how much sun exposure I’ve had. You’ll also notice the inner circle has no color, indicating I’m not currently exposed to the sun as I was indoors.

Upon venturing outside, you’ll notice the inner circle has now turned pink, showing my real-time, full exposure to the sun. As previously stated, the LogicInk UV day tattoo signals when you’ve had enough sun for the day. Applied to your skin like a temporary tattoo, the waterproof adhesive is gentle on the skin, yet resilient enough to last in the ocean or pool. LogicInk UV is even compatible with sunscreen; just apply the LogicInk UV on clean, dry skin, then apply sunscreen over your skin and on LogicInk. The sunscreen is designed to expire faster from LogicInk’s surface than it does on your skin. This is a helpful early warning to reapply sunscreen or get some shade.

While you don’t need a smartphone to see your UV exposure status, there is an optional mobile app that lets you scan your LogicInk “tattoo” to track UV exposure patterns over longer periods of time. LogicInk UV day tattoos are available in single or on subscription-based purchases. Get 10 for $39.00 as a single purchase or 15 for $29/month, and 30 for $79.00 if you subscribe.

Refreshingly NEW: O.Vine Wine-Grape Infused Water

July 13, 2019/0 Comments/in Drinks and Beverages, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Product Reviews /by Glasgow Skinner

You may have seen some new beverage launches hitting your supermarket shelves and your tv screens. People are looking for ways to get their buzz on without the negative effects of too much alcohol. We all know that alcohol dehydrates you but with this new beverage category, you won’t have to worry about that. Joining the new spiked water category is an infused water that tastes spiked but isn’t spiked at all. Say hello to O.Vine Wine-Grape Infused Water, the first spring water infused with the spirit of wine.

We had the pleasure of discovering this alcohol-free (yes, it truly is alcohol-free), prestigious water during the Summer Fancy Food Show and fell in love. What makes the elegant O.Vine Wine-Grape Infused Water so wonderful? Aside from it’s incredibly refreshing and delicious tastes, it is made by upcycling wine grape skins and seeds to create a wine grape infused water that’s uniquely light, dry, crisp, low calorie and filled with antioxidants. It also won Best New Water Concept at the prestigious 2018 Global Bottled Water Awards in Evian, France. The result is a thirst-quenching and nutritious water that makes you think you’re enjoying your favorite wine.

Created by Anat Levi, O.Vine Wine-Grape Infused Water is available in four varietals: lopinavir nursing interventions White Wine Essence Water, Red Wine Essence Water, White Wine Essence Water – Gently Sparkling, and Red Wine Essence Water – Gently Sparkling. The O.Vine White Wine Essence Water and Gently Sparkling version are made with Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, and Chardonnay wine grape skins and only 15 calories per serving. The Red Wine Essence Water and Gently Sparkling version are made with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Petit Verdot wine grape skins and only 20 calories per serving.

They recently added two new varietals to their lineup – ritonavir buy O.Vine Chardonnay Wine Essence Water and O.Vine Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Essence Water. These two new flavors are a collaboration between Israel’s award-winning Galil Mountain Winery and O.Vine. Still alcohol-free, they bring the distinct essence of these renowned much-loved wines to refreshing water, without intoxicating effects.

The Cabernet has a dark, red fruity character with a note of chocolate and a gentle tart twist. The Chardonnay imparts more tones of lime and apple, with notes of caramel. Both are equally refreshing and delicious.

All of the O.Vine Wine-Grape Infused Water has only 4g natural sugar per serving, no preservatives or added color, are Sulfite-free, and kosher. As we see sparkling beverages become increasingly popular as alternatives to soda, mixers for cocktails, and as cocktail alternatives altogether, we know these

The original O.Vine Wine-Grape Infused Waters are currently available both online, on Beverage Universe, and at Neiman-Marcus, New York. The refreshing beverages are also slated to hit the shelves of higher-end retail stores this summer.

The Tinder of Coffee, Trade Coffee, Welcomes Cold Brew Bags

June 16, 2019/0 Comments/in Drinks and Beverages, Frontpage Article, Lifestyle, Product Reviews /by Glasgow Skinner

No two coffee drinkers are alive. We mean more than just liking your coffee light or dark; many people prefer beans from a certain region, different level of boldness, flavors, and roasting times. While some will settle for the simple cup of coffee, more and more people are opting for coffee that’s customized to their tastes. Additionally, more and more people are upgrading their caffeine fix with more complex equipment that is commonly used in coffee shops, to ensure they really get a professional and high-quality coffee at all times from home. As we revolutionize the way we drink coffee with guides and reviews on equipment online (go to thefullmooncafe.com), more of us are becoming very specific with the way we like our cup of espressos, americanos or lattes. In comes Trade Coffee, which helps coffee lovers find their perfect coffee. By taking Trade Coffee’s matchmaking quiz, you will be matched to your personalized coffee recommendation that’s shipped straight to your door, thanks to their algorithm. It really is the Tinder for coffee. Although we’re more tea drinkers, we were more than happy to join Trade Coffee and Erika Vonie, NYC’s Coffee Masters Champion and Head of Coffee at Trade to welcome the NEW Trade Coffee Cold Brew Bags.

What is cold brew coffee? Cold Brew is chilled coffee made from grounds that have been steeped in room-temperature (or cold) water for 12-24 hours (depending on how strong you like it). The eco-friendly Trade Coffee Cold Brew Bags are the key to incredible cold brew. With your favorite coffee grounds, a mason jar, the cold brew bags, and a few hours, you can enjoy a batch of delicious iced cold brew, all summer long. Want to enjoy an even more of a personalized flavor, just add in things like cinnamon, orange peels, etc in the bag. With these wonderful bags, there are no equipment or trips to the coffee shop required, and our favorite part – NO MESS!!

The cold brew bags are an incredibly easy and affordable at-home solution for cold brew coffee lovers. The easy-to-use cold brew bags made of compostable corn-based fibers and offer a cafe-quality beverage at home. Each cold brew bag (full of 3oz of coffee) makes 28oz of ready-to-drink cold brew coffee (or tea – it’s great for loose leaf teas), depending on how strong you like it. That’s about four, 8oz cups (adding 4oz of ice to chill it down) at regular strength. If you choose to dilute the coffee down with filtered water, you’ll, of course, enjoy more cups.

To brew, follow these instructions:

Step 1: Fill bag to top
Step 2: Put the sealed bag in your container and fill it with room temperature or cold filtered water.
Step 3: Let it sit and brew
Step 4: Drink to taste

To get your personalized coffee recommendations (Trade has made over 2 million ethically-sourced coffee matches), head over to www.drinktrade.com to take the 2-3 minute quiz. For those that are new to specialty coffee, you’ll be matched to more price conscious Classics blends. For those who are more of a pro at those specialty beans, The Hookup allows you to discover a larger variety of coffees.

The Classics start with a 12oz trial bag for $12.50, and the next order with be two 12 oz bags for $25. The Hookup promises 12oz bags that start at $15.00 and only one bag arrive at a time. All first-order subscriptions receive 30% off + free shipping. How’s that for a coffee lovers dream? Are you ready for your personalized cold brew coffee?

Motorola Welcomes The Moto Z4 5G Upgradeable Smartphone

June 10, 2019/0 Comments/in Frontpage Article, Lifestyle, Product Reviews, Technology /by Glasgow Skinner

When it comes to advances in technology, we all want everything to be faster. This is especially true when it comes to our smartphones. We want to upload and download faster, connect faster, and work faster. With the 5G network already present in cities like Chicago and Minneapolis, with other major cities like New York on the horizon, you need a smartphone that can handle the next major step of mobile telecommunications standards and speeds. This is where the Moto Z4 5G Upgradeable Smartphone comes in.

We had the pleasure of attending the Moto Z4 launch event where the newest member of the Moto Z family was announced. This latest phone is packed incredible new features at just about half the retail of its competitors. Boasting a longer lasting battery, more storage, bigger display, and incredibly crisp night vision capabilities at prices that don’t match a month’s rent, you’ll love what the Moto Z4 5G Upgradeable Smartphone has to offer.

Check out some of the amazing features below:

An integrated in-display fingerprint sensor right on the phone’s 2.5D curved glass screen
15w turbo power charging for quicker battery power
Enjoy amazing speeds with the new 5G moto mod at Verizon
Etched matte glass screen, water resistant, aluminum, the earphone jack is back, 6.4″ max vision, full HD+ OLED
Qualcomm Snapdragon 675, AI engine, 3.0 GHz Octa-core
Enjoy up to 2 days of battery life
Moto Mods don’t just customize your phone with experiences you want,t hey add an extra battery to the Moto Z4
The 48-megapixel and 25-megapixel front-facing camera are amplified thanks to the sensor with OIS and Quad pixel technology.
Smart Composition feature that recognizes potential improvements to your photo and creates a second photo based on those improvements
One button navigation at the bottom of the screen. Quick flashlight with a flick of your wrist
Add fun, animated characters to your photos with AR Stickers
Spot Color Mode allows you to pick one color to keep, and then turn everything else in the photo to black and white. You can also choose from twelve different live color tones filters
Timelapse / Hyperlapse, Slow Motion, and YouTube Live
128GB internal storage expandable up to 512GB with a microSD, 4GB RAM

Some of our favorite features include the incredible photo sharpness and clarity of the Moto Z4’s night vision; the auto smile photo capture that can capture up to 5 people in a group and single photos; the ability to add an artistic blur effect in the background for professional-looking selfies in both front and rear cameras with portrait lighting; and the 360 photo and video capabilities when you add on the 360 Moto Mod.

The Moto Z4 5G Upgradeable Smartphone is available now through Verizon in Flash Grey and Frost White. It can be purchased at Best Buy, B&H Photo, and www.amazon.com in the US; Starting June 13, customers who purchase the Verizon Moto Z4 at Best Buy will receive a limited time offer of $5/month for 24 months for new lines or $10/month for 24 months for upgrades.

Get the Moto Z4 at Verizon for only $10/month for 24 months. For those who want to bundle, the Moto Z4 + 5G Moto Mod starts at $439.99 for new activations; and the Moto Z4 + 360 Mod Camera Bundle is $499.99 unlocked. Canadians will be able to purchase the Moto Z4 this summer.

We highly encourage you to pop into one of the above retailers and try out the Moto Z4 5G Upgradeable Smartphone for yourself. Try out all the mods and see which is best for you, then go enjoy this epic phone.