Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Smoother, Fairer Skin by the Safe and Natural Way with the Microneedle Roller

With all the pressure from the media and the rapid spread of miracle creams practically banging at our doors, it's hard not to get caught up in the frenzy of fairer, younger looking skin.  While we all should be avid advocates of self-love no matter our color, size or age, there's always room for some curiosity with the rising trends in skin care.  Whatever reason we may have for going into the research of its trends, added knowledge never hurt anyone and our skin would always be grateful if we found better ways to take care of it.  One of the more popular trends nowadays is the microneedle roller.

The microneedleroller is a handheld device with a rotating barrel that has 540 titanium microneedles.  It is a device used in the microneedling or derma rolling process.  The process serves to correct skin blemishes like fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, stretch marks and enlarged pores.  It is done by using the derma roller over the skin everyday for two weeks.  This opens up the skin to nutrients from anti-aging and moisturizing creams through the creation of micropores.  These micropores close within hours of use so no prolonged healing time is required.


The best by-product of derma rolling is the stimulation of the skin's natural healing process which leads to collagen production.  Collagen is the helpful nutrient produced by the skin, which repairs damaged skin cells and helps keep skin firm and younger looking.  It is found in abundance during childhood, but slowly decreases with age. The use of the microneedle roller can help activate its production for smoother and more radiant skin.

Twist Folding Window Blinds that Expertly Keep the Sun Away

Whether you're living permanently in a sunny state or simply out to discover the world on a summer road trip, you and your crew need protection from the angry heat of the sun.  Going on your daily drive or a long one cross-country, a simple towel or old shirt stuck to your window just won't cut it.  Not only is it hard to clip over your window, it poses a hazard to the driver's vision as well.  You must be out looking for the right kind of window blinds for your vehicle.  Budget-friendly and convenient, car window sunshades are just the things you need.

Car window sunshades are mesh sun shades attached to a cling wire frame and installed temporarily over car windows with suction cups.  The see-through mesh deflects 99.9% of harmful UV rays while providing visibility to the driver.  It is easy to install, taking less than five minutes, and can be dismantled quickly too.  Depending on  your vehicle, these window blinds can come in different sizes so make sure to measure your car window accurately to ensure that your shade fits without any major problem.


Twist-folding sunshades are some of the best kinds of window blinds as it is easy to store when not in use.  One simply has to twist two opposite corners and bring it to the middle so it folds into a simple circle.  It would be great if your sunshades have stylish pouches so you need not worry how to keep them in their twisted state.  It will automatically pop out to its original shape when you need it, as if nothing ever happened.  Could it be any more awesome?

Power at your Fingertips with the Solar Generator and the Power Inverter

We face a great demand for on-hand and reliable electricity every moment of our day.  Despite our busy work schedules and demanding personal life, we always find the time to get updated with news and post our own updates online.  Some of us extend this frenzy of networking and 24/7 connection to our work, even to the point of having home offices set up.  Given this increasing need and dependency on electronic devices and appliances, a number of backup power sources have sprouted up in the market in response.  Some of these are solar generators and power inverters.

Solar generators are backup energy sources that harness electrical energy from solar panels.  These solar panels are composed of photovoltaic cells that absorb the sun's energy and stores it in deep cell batteries.  The energy in these batteries is converted to AC power and released through grounded AC ports for use of household appliances and electronic gadgets.  It is important in this setup that the solar panel is placed in a strategic position for it to absorb sufficient sunlight.  Depending on the amount of energy you need, the whole system may be large and permanent or small and mobile.


Aside from solar generators, another reliable source of backup energy is the power inverter.  It is connected to a vehicle battery that contains DC power which it uses that to produce AC power.  The power inverter is as small as a shoe box, but can power two or more devices at a time.  It is safe to use inside the car or at home as it is equipped with an audio alarm to warn of low battery levels and an automatic shutdown function in cases of overheating or overloading.

Weighing Pros and Cons of Microdermabrasion and Microneedling

At some point in our lives, we've searched high and low for the one-stop shop solution to all our skin problems.  We've probably spent a small fortune on it, or a major one, and some of them probably yielded considerable results, though not lasting.  Once the novelty fades from the fad of magic creams and treatments, our search begins again.  There are, however, some treatments that have gained the respect of regular people and celebrities alike.  Microdermabrasion and microneedling are two of these treatments that seem to have earned respect in the health and beauty world.

Microdermabrasion is the process of using tiny crystals to scrape of dead skin cells in the epidermis.  This process paves the way for healthy cells to regenerate because of the increased in the production of collagen.  However, over time, microdermabrasion can accelerate the skin's normal thinning process and may harm those with sensitive skin.  As a more sustainable alternative, people choose to go for microneedling or derma rolling instead.


Derma rolling or microneedling is the process of using a derma roller with 540 titanium microneedles over the skin's problem areas to create micropores.  The creation of the micropores stimulates the skin's natural collagen production process as a response to what it perceives as an attack to the skin.  The micropores however close within hours of application and simply allow the skin to absorb topical creams better.  The end goal of microneedling is similar to microdermabrasion but without the hazard of skin thinning.  Both procedures are safe to use at home and can yield significant results within two weeks.

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Smart Buying: Floating Shelves or Shower Caddies

There are great ways to organize your bathroom that will surely fit whatever budget you have.  The bathroom is one of the most frequently visited places in the house and it is imperative that is kept in a clean and welcoming state at all times.  Most people however have trouble trying to fit in their desired storage solutions in the bathroom space that they're working on.  Whether you have small floor space or a low ceiling, here are some ingenious ways to get you started.  In this article, we'll have the floating shelf and the shower caddy go head to head.

Floating shelves are commonly made of wood, permanently installed on bathroom walls with the bolts out of sight to create the effect by which it got its name.  Most people install floating shelves to keep their books, magazines and bathroom ornaments in place.  It can be installed on top of the toilet or the sink.  If you're thinking of using it to store your shower essentials, you'll have to keep in mind the space you have inside the shower and if adding a shelf will not cause any hazard.


If you have numerous shower essentials that you wish to put in place, you'd probably be better off with a shower caddy instead of a floating shelf Shower caddies can come in the form of steel, plastic or aluminum, but those made of mesh are probably the most convenient kinds.  Mesh caddies dry easily and can be taken with you when travelling or going to the gym.  It has spacious compartments for all your needs without the strain or permanent installation as most come with sturdy handles that you can simply hang over the shower head or door knob.  

On Storage Spaces: Bathroom Vanity or Shower Caddy?

How many hours in a day do you spend in the bathroom?  How many times in a day do you have to drop by for a visit?  How many times have you spent in there trying to relax or keep all the bad vibes in the day away?  Bathrooms are one of the most frequent spots in the house that we visit everyday.  This is why a well-kept one can make or break the start of what could possibly be the best day ever.  Most people choose to decorate their bathrooms with memorable quotes, happy paintings, good books or their favorite magazines.  Others choose to keep it simple, more utilitarian.  Whichever the case, you've probably spent some time choosing your bathroom vanity.

A bathroom vanity is for some people an array of large drawers with a marble top and a pristine sink below an ornate mirror.  Others simply have a sink, a mirror and a cabinet.  The primary purpose of a bathroom vanity is to store necessary bath essentials like soap, shampoo, and towels.  While we all would like a little more space to move around, sometimes there's just not much room for a conventional vanity.  This is where the shower caddycomes in.


The shower caddy, especially the mesh type, is a compact storage space of your essentials without need to permanently install it.  It is a bag with spacious compartments that dries easily despite everyday exposure to water and other shower elements.  It comes with sturdy handles for hanging on wall hooks, door knobs or shower heads.  Unlike the bathroom vanity, you can take it around with you to ensure that no essential gets left behind whenever you need it.

Monday, July 28, 2014

Perfect Car Window Coverings for Everyday Driving

Driving under the heat of the sun can be a pain, especially when you're prone to dehydration or have a passenger who is, like an infant or a child. If going on your daily drive or long road trips becoming more of a pain than an adventure, then it's probably time to think of the most appropriate car window covering for your vehicle. Car window coverings can come in the form of windshield tints, car sunshades or car canopies.  Take into account your daily activities and your budget to see which one best fits your needs. 

Car window sunshades are the most viable car window covering for those who require convenience, flexibility and cost-efficiency. Made from high quality mesh fabric, it provides maximum visibility to the outside while deflecting 99.9% of harmful UV rays. It is attached to a cling wire frame that allows flexibility in storage as it folds to less than half its size when twisted. The mesh sunshade attaches to car windows with suction cups. You can use two cups to keep it steady, or go for four if you want to stretch it to cover a greater area.


Aside from heat protection, car sunshades allow passengers to enjoy privacy inside their cars. It is a car window covering that obscures  outsiders view into the car without compromising your own. This means you can use it when when parking to make sure that your car interior doesn't catch attention in less than secure parking spaces or neighborhoods.