• Gift Guide,  San Diego,  Technology,  WorldWide

    Sennheiser Presents A Third Generation of Superior Sound

    Sennheiser Introduces new MOMENTUM Wireless

    Sennheiser’s premium MOMENTUM headphone range enters its third generation, with the launch of the new MOMENTUM Wireless at IFA 2019 (September 6-11). The headphones are the latest addition to the audio specialist’s iconic range that offers superior sound, a modern design aesthetic, cutting-edge technology, and a touch of handcrafted indulgence to every moment. Thanks to Auto On/Off and Smart Pause features, the new MOMENTUM Wireless headphones start up instantly when unfolded, and sense when put on or taken off to pause and resume playback, ensuring a world of uncompromised sound is just a heartbeat away. Designed to be supremely comfortable for all-day listening sessions, they feature genuine sheep leather and soft padding on the earpads and headband. Active Noise Cancellation and a Transparent Hearing function allow listeners to experience their audio on their terms, by either blocking out the world or staying aware of their environment. One-touch voice assistant access lets them stay connected on the move.

    Our MOMENTUM range has been synonymous with a unique blend of superior sound quality, progressive technology and remarkable craftsmanship, and with the third generation, we are bringing this contemporary classic into the always-on, connected age,” said Stephane Hareau, Global Head of Products Consumer at Sennheiser. “The new MOMENTUM Wireless is a smart headphone that gives you fast, effortless control: whether enjoying entertainment or making calls, escaping it all or staying connected – it anticipates your needs and lets you interact intuitively and instantly,” added Sebastian Rodens, Product Manager at Sennheiser.

    Never Lose your Rhythm Again

    With the new generation of MOMENTUM Wireless, interaction is supremely intuitive thanks to a unique combination of features that offer fast access to one’s music. Auto On/Off instantly turns on or off playback as the earcups are folded open or closed, while Smart Pause uses proximity sensors to pause audio when the headphones are removed and to resume playback when they are slipped back on. Just as effortless is a three-button interface that gives control of audio or calls – all without the need to consult a manual. Via a dedicated button, the MOMENTUM headphones feature one-touch access to voice assistants such as Siri and Google Assistant, while Amazon Alexa integration will be available soon with a firmware update via the Sennheiser Smart Control app. Pairing is effortless as well, thanks to NFC and an automatic pairing mode that makes setting up on initial activation a breeze.

    The new MOMENTUM Wireless headphones are the latest addition to Sennheiser’s iconic range that offers superior sound, a modern design aesthetic, cutting-edge technology, and a touch of handcrafted indulgence to every moment.

    Hear the Difference

    Sennheiser’s new MOMENTUM Wireless headphones offer outstanding sonic performance. The high-quality speaker system is powered by 42mm transducers to reproduce the balanced depth and precision of a studio recording. This flawless audio performance is ensured by Bluetooth 5 compatibility and support for codecs including aptXTM, AAC, and SBC, as well as aptXTM Low Latency for perfectly synchronising audio with onscreen visuals. Whether listeners are enjoying music, movies or podcasts or simply want to fine-tune the audio experience to their taste, it is possible to tailor the audio experience with the built-in equalizer via Sennheiser’s Smart Control app.

    Perfectly in Tune, Wherever, Whenever

    No matter where the MOMENTUM Wireless headphones are being enjoyed, they are able to adapt to every environment. When on the go, Active Noise Cancellation with three different modes blocks out the outside world. Alternatively, the Transparent Hearing function lets listeners enjoy their music and still be aware of ambient sounds in their surroundings – perfect for environments that require greater situational awareness.

    Featuring three ANC modes and a Transparent Hearing function, the new MOMENTUM Wireless headphones are able to adapt to every environment.

    A Sophisticated Harmony of Form and Function

    Like all MOMENTUM headphones, the new generation model offers a sophisticated harmony of form and function. While the genuine sheepskin leather of the earpads and pearl-blasted stainless steel sliders express a subtle luxury, they also functionally enhance every interaction. The leather on the padded ear pads and headband is ultra soft for improved wearing comfort, even for longer listening sessions made possible by the 17-hour battery life. Meanwhile, the strong yet lightweight stainless steel sliders and hinges maintain a purity of design while also ensuring the headphones remain robust enough for a lifetime of listening on the move. The folding headband design allows the headphones to fold away in their fashionable fabric carry case.

    Hard to Put Down, Difficult to Lose with Tile

    With the new MOMENTUM Wireless, it is easy to lose oneself in the music, but thanks to smart Tile technology, the headphones are almost impossible to misplace. The integrated Bluetooth tracker ensures users can find their headphones via the Tile app.

    The new MOMENTUM Wireless is available in black as of now for $399.95 (MSRP). A sandy white color variant will be available from November.

  • New York

    Event Planner Larry Scott Of Lawrence Scott Events produced Global Lyme Alliance Fifth Annual New York City Gala

    Global Lyme Alliance (GLA), the leading 501(c)(3) dedicated to conquering Lyme and other tick-borne diseases through research, education, awareness, and patient services today announced that its fifth annual New York City Gala raised over $2.5 million last night at Cipriani 42nd Street in Manhattan. The money raised at the event will support GLA’s mission to advance scientific research leading to a reliable diagnostic test, improved treatment options, and ultimately, find a cure for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.

    The gala experience was produced by sponsor and celebrated event planner Larry Scott of Lawrence Scott Events, who donated his event planning and design services towards the Global Lyme Alliance’s New York Gala for the fifth consecutive year. Showcasing his unique commitment to philanthropic causes, the spectacular and one-of-a-kind gala was an evening to remember for invited celebrities, business leaders, and top scientists alike.

    The 2019 gala was Global Lyme Alliance’s largest fundraising gala to date, which welcomed more than 700 business leaders, philanthropists, noteworthy scientists, past honorees, board members and Lyme warriors including 2015 honoree, actress, author and Lyme advocate, Yolanda Hadid. Television personality and host, Dr. Oz., board member and past honoree, Erin Walkeralongside PGA Tour Champion, Jimmy Walker, rising star of Netflix’s new hit series, “Family Reunion,” Talia Jackson, actor and entrepreneur, Crystal Hefner and television host, producer and author Genevieve Gorder, among many others.  

    The evenings honored guests included Bob and Karen Kelly, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, Lyme patients, and staunch advocates dedicated to finding a cure for this insidious disease;Adrienne Nolan-Smith, wellness and patient advocate, speaker and founder of WellBe (@getwellbe), a media company and lifestyle brand focused on bridging the gap between the healthcare system and the wellness movement and David Nolan, father of three Lyme survivors and former vice chairman of Millennium Partners. Rosanna Scotto, co-host of FOX 5’s “Good Day New York” hosted the event.

    With over $600,000 raised during the evening alone, top auction items included an ultimate VIP guest experience with Grammy-nominated pop rock icon Avril Lavigne at Live in the Vineyard in Napa Valley, CA; an exclusive golf weekend with Jimmy Walker at his home course, The Club at Cordillera; and an intimate dinner for ten prepared by James Beard Award winning chef Charlie Palmer.

    To close out the evening, the audience was entertained by the legendary Big Apple Circus and a very special performance by 2019 TONY Award-Winner for “Best Leading Actor in a Musical,” Santino Fontana of the Broadway musical, Tootsie. Guests dined on a menu inspired by master chef and American hospitality entrepreneur, Charlie Palmer. Palmer’s Aureole provided hors d’oeuvres for the event.

    The Co-Chairs for the event include Amy Marissa Balducci, executive, Sotheby’s International Realty; Charles Balducci, co-founder, Snyder/Balducci Group, Merrill Lynch; Genevieve Gorder, television host and producer, home product designer, and author; Yolanda Hadid, actress, television star and passionate Lyme advocate; Robert Kobre, vice chairman, Credit Suisse; Avril Lavigne, internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter; Lorrie Nadel, GLA board member; Jarrod Nadel, chief product development officer, Tailored Brands, Inc.; Karma Newberry, owner/president, Discovery Hydrovac; Peter Norley, COO, Credit Suisse Securities; Charlie Palmer, celebrated restaurateur and author; Larry Scott, owner, Lawrence Scott Events; Marisol Thomas, philanthropist and animal rights activist; Rob Thomas, Grammy-Award winning singer/songwriter, producer; Erin Walker, GLA board member; and Jimmy Walker, six-time PGA tour winner and 2016 PGA championship winner.

    Honorary Event Chairs included Donna de Varona, Jim Miller, Mary Beth Pfeiffer, Mike Schneider, Victor Slezak, and Amy Tan.

    Platinum Sponsors included Avison Young, The Avril Lavigne Foundation, Big Apple Circus, Credit Suisse, Bob and Karen Kelly, Lawrence Scott Events, David Nolan Foundation and Withersworldwide.

    Everyone is at risk for Lyme disease. Each one of us is just one tick bite away from contracting the disease. Case of Lyme have been reported in all 50 states and more than 80 countries, making it a health crisis with worldwide impact. Additionally, current diagnostic tests for Lyme disease are more than 50 percent inaccurate, resulting in failed and missed diagnoses.

    For more information, please visit www.GLA.org

    About Lyme Disease

    Lyme disease is destroying lives. Failed diagnostics and dismissal by many in the medical community leave thousands undiagnosed. This results in worsening symptoms and makes the disease nearly impossible to treat. Everyone is a risk of contracting Lyme through the bite of an infected black-legged tick, and its estimated there are 900 new cases every day, 200 of which are children. A recent joint study by scientists at GLA and Brown University estimates the number of post-treatment Lyme disease cases could exceed two million by 2020. Countless are suffering and we need to find answers.

    About the Global Lyme Alliance

    Global Lyme Alliance (GLA) is the leading 501(c)(3) dedicated to conquering Lyme disease through research, education, awareness, and patient services. GLA has gained national prominence for funding the most urgent and promising research in the field, while expanding education and awareness programs for the general public and physicians.

    About Lawrence Scott Events

    Lawrence Scott Gottesman brings unparalleled creativity and imagination to his signature special events. A native New Yorker, Larry started his career in catering before opening one of Long Island’s most successful restaurants, Larry and The Redhead. In 1989, he established Lawrence Scott Events and instantly gained a reputation for his exceptional, one-of-a-kind celebrations. “From the ridiculous to the sublime”, A Larry Party™ brings families and friends together for life’s most memorable moments and milestones. While known for his non-stop innovation and ahead-of-the-trends approach, Larry is equally known for his philanthropic efforts. Larry’s commitment to community has spanned decades of support for charitable causes including Global Lyme Alliance, The Feinstein Institute and Southampton Hospital, to name a few. Larry’s reputation is that of a generous and charismatic man who considers his employees “family” and treats his clients with adoration and respect. They return to him time and again to celebrate all of life’s important occasions knowing their party will be like no other — and one that they… “will NEVER, EVER forget!”

  • New York,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    Cream Cheese Challenger

    A pioneer in the goat cheese biz, Belle Chevre now offers a line of chevre cream cheese, touted as “the better cream cheese,” with 2.5X more protein and less fat than regular cream cheese.

    While just as creamy, tasty, and spreadable as the leading cream cheese brand, the new ‘kid’ in the dairy aisle has more going for it – a lot more!

    About Belle Chevre:

    Belle Chevre has been handcrafting traditional and original goat cheeses since 1989, combining time-honored European cheesemaking techniques with an innovative approach. Belle Chevre’s artisan chevre and cream cheeses are mild yet distinct in taste and texture, reflecting the care with which they are made for the contemporary cheese lover. To learn more about Belle Chevre, visit https://www.bellechevre.com.

  • Gift Guide,  Health,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    Botanical based skincare line – Kamedis

    Millions of consumers struggle with skin conditions like, acne and dandruff using conventional prescription or over-the-counter treatments that either don’t work, have side effects or both. Now – after two decades of research and development and eight years of success overseas – Kamedis (pronounced KaMEDis) has brought back its clinically proven, dermatologist-endorsed botanical skin care products to the U.S.

    ACNE KIT

    $31.99

    Combining the Kamedis Acne Face CleanserAcne Face Moisturizer and Acne Spot Treatment all in one convenient kit. Treatment for oily-prone skin, pimples, acne, and redness due to inflammation.

    Acne Face Cleanser – A powerful foaming gel that gently cleanses acne-prone skin without drying, using an oil free formula.

    Acne Face Moisturizer – Balance sebum production, clear up oily skin and acne while preventing their recurrence.

    Acne Spot Treatment – powerful gel treatment that is clinically proven to deliver clearer skin and reduce pimples in just 12 hours.

    Use for skin symptoms associated with oily-prone skin and acne, including

    • Pimples and blemishes
    • Excess sebum production
    • Redness due to inflammation

    Free of steroids, benzoyl peroxide, SLS, paraben and dyes.

    DANDRUFF THERAPY SHAMPOO 

    $15.99

    Clinically proven to reduce dandruff by 50% in just 2 weeks, this rich, lightly foaming shampoo soothes and purifies your scalp, providing quick and effective relief from dandruff. Formulated with carefully selected botanicals in accordance with the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine. For adults and children as young as 3 years old.

    Use for skin symptoms associated with dandruff, including:

    • Flaky, scaly scalp
    • Itchy, irritated, red scalp

    Free of steroids, tar, SLS, paraben and dyes.

    The Dandruff Therapy Shampoo, like all our products, displays the vivid natural color of its  botanical combination.

    For best results, combine with their CONTROL Scalp Lotion.

    SCALP LOTION 

    $13.99

    Clinically proven to reduce dandruff by 50% in just 2 weeks, this overnight, leave-on cream works with your skin to provide quick relief from scalp conditions like dandruff and flaky scalp. Formulated with carefully selected botanicals in accordance with the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine. For adults, children, and babies as young as 6 months.

    Use for the relief of itchy, irritated, and/or red scalp.

    Free of steroids, tar, paraben and dyes.

    The Scalp Lotion, like all our skincare products, displays the vivid natural color of its  botanical combination.

    For best results, combine with their CONTROL Dandruff Therapy Shampoo.

    About Kamedis:

    Kamedis skin formulations are derived from natural botanicals used in traditional Chinese medicine, botanicals that have been renowned for their therapeutic properties for hundreds if not thousands of years. Their botanicals are conscientiously sourced and meticulously purified. Their manufacturing process employs the highest quality standards, including assessment of physical and chemical properties and microbiological testing.

     

  • Beauty,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    NAILS BY KISS – alice + olivia NYFW SS20

    alice + olivia’s Spring/Summer 2020 presentation is a modern bohemian field of dreams. At this season’s show, designer Stacey Bendet’s fashion dreamscape unfolded in a series of nine transportive sets, each revealing a realm of the SS20 collection. In each brightly hued world, colors converse in a sherberty palette, inspiring elevated fashion right down to the fingertips.

    “When the colors are right in a space, you exhale and tune into your own interior. I dream in color and these rooms are fashion dreams come to life,” Stacey Bendet noted about this season’s show.

    Lead Manicurist for KISS Products, Inc., Gina Edwards created nail looks inspired by the lilac saturated florals and blooming pink clouds of the SS20 presentation using KISS Glam Fantasy Nails and KISS Salon Acrylic French Nude Nails. Accents were handcrafted using KISS Nail Art Paints in Lilac and White and KISS Salon Secrets Nail Art Starter Kit.

    ”I instantly felt transported to a dream land while creating looks for alice + olivia’s Spring 2020 Collection,” said Gina Edwards. “ I wanted to celebrate the fantasy feel of the collection with a fresh, whimsical take on classic nails.”

    GET THE LOOK

    Pearl:

    1. Select the correct size nail of KISS Salon Acrylic French Nude in Sensibility for each finger and set aside in order.
    2. Use KISS Brush On Nail Glue to paint the tip of each nail.
    3. Use tweezer to affix pearls and stones from the KISS Salon Secrets Nail Art Starter Kit along the smile line to the tip.

    Reverse French:

    1. Select the correct size nail of KISS Glam Fantasy in Higher Love for each finger and set aside in order.
    2. Use KISS Nail Art Paint to paint a half moon at the base of the nail.
    3. Using the same paint, create a border along the edge of the nail.

    FEATURED PRODUCTS:

    KISS Salon Acrylic French Nude in Sensibility ($7.99/KISSusa.com and ULTA)

    KISS Glam Fantasy in Higher Love ($7.99/KISSusa.com, CVS and Walgreens)

    KISS Nail Art Paint ($6.99/KISSusa.com)

    KISS Salon Secrets Nail Art Starter Kit ($9.99/KISSusa.com and Walmart)

    About KISS:

    A Korean-American company headquartered in New York, KISS takes great pride in being a global leader in professional quality beauty products and treatments, with brands available in over 100 countries worldwide.

    Inspired by the power and excitement of life-changing beauty breakthroughs such as the handheld blow-dryer, which allowed women to break ties with the beauty parlor, Mr. John Chang–who started KISS as a tiny beauty supply business–has made it his mission to find ways to make life simpler & easier for all. With his world-renowned team of scientists & product developers, the KISS founder’s passion is to invent DIY beauty products that save women a tremendous amount of time, effort and money.

    Empowering women to “bring the salon home” and express their personal style, on their terms, is the KISS WAY since day one, and it has thrived beautifully over the past 30 years.

    Among many notable KISS accomplishments, the first DIY glue on artificial nail was met with rave reviews, but by far, the company’s shining star is the press-on nail. Featuring patented SuperHold technology and an amazing gel finish, this innovation literally revolutionized the beauty industry, giving women the ability to complete a much sought after gel mani, in minutes, with reliably long-lasting results.

    KISS is also a major player in the false eyelash business. In fact, new technology and styling methods and trend-setting designs have made KISS a market leader in lashes, with a huge customer and celebrity fan base.

    Most recently KISS celebrates its Korean heritage with JOAH, a complete collection of Korean beauty cosmetics which are quickly becoming award-winning best sellers.

  • Health,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    RESTORAPET INTRODUCES VITALITROL®-INFUSED REJUVENATING SUPPLEMENTS FOR CATS AND HORSES

    Cats and horses can now receive the same rejuvenating supplements as man’s best friend, thanks to RestoraPet’s new vet-approved line of supplements for feline and equine family members. RestoraPet, one of the most effective lines of pet supplements ever created, has launched new classic and full-spectrum hemp solutions for both cats and horses, as the company continues to expand its product offerings for warm-blooded pets.

    The new feline formulas of RestoraPet and RestoraPet Hemp are tuna flavored for a cat’s enjoyment, while the apple-carrot flavored equine versions will be sold in larger bottles with pumps, making them easy to dispense to horses.

    RestoraPet’s feline and equine products join the existing canine line of RestoraPet and RestoraPet Hemp solutions, which were developed over a period of 70 dog years and are available in beef and bacon flavors, as well as unflavored.

    All RestoraPet formulas include the proprietary, cell-rejuvenating “super antioxidant” Vitalitrol®, which helps restore the optimal function of a pet’s organs at the cellular level. No other product on the market includes Vitalitrol®, a carbon-based antioxidant that begins working from the first administered dose to rehabilitate and protect every cell type in a pet’s body, visibly improving his or her quality of life.

    Since pets age faster than humans do, their cellular function will begin to break down by age two. RestoraPet supplements restore and rejuvenate aging cells for dramatically improved joint health, wellness, range of motion, and an overall boosting of the immune system from the inside out.

    Proven results of the original RestoraPet include decreased inflammation, discomfort and infection, improved mobility, flexibility and mood, increased muscle strength, elevated energy levels, regulated appetite, vital organ protection (especially heart and kidney), improved skin and coat health, and an overall happier, healthier pet.

    Proven benefits of RestoraPet Hemp are reduced stress and anxiety, strengthened immune function, improved sleep quality, improved digestion, and reduced inflammation and discomfort.

    “Fur parents from around the world have been asking for a flavor their cats would love, as they are famously particular pets, and we answered with tuna-flavored feline solutions,” said RestoraPet CEO Brian Larsen, who began his life’s work to create a supplement that could help aging pets after guiding his own Siberian Husky through her painful final years, when nothing on the market was available yet to alleviate her suffering. “Additionally, we needed to adjust the traditional bottling design and dosage of RestoraPet for horses, due to their much larger size, and thought an apple-carrot flavor would turn the supplement into a treat for them.”

    By the end of 2019, RestoraPet is expected to earn in excess of $1 million in sales with over 25,000 units having already been purchased in over 100 countries worldwide.  By the end of 2020, RestoraPet expects to have produced over a half million bottles.

    “We are thrilled to be able to ensure pets everywhere live enjoyable and healthy lives, since they are members of our family whose happiness greatly impacts our own,” added Larsen, a 33-year-old entrepreneur who decided, in his teenage years, to leverage his love of science and pets to create a solution that would ensure no other pet needlessly suffered like his beloved Bandit did.

    For more information, visit www.restorapet.com.

    About RestoraPet

    Made with the perfect blend of love and science, RestoraPet® is one of the most effective lines of pet supplements ever created thanks to a remarkable, carbon-based “super antioxidant” created by RestoraPet scientists called Vitalitrol®, which begins working from the very first administered dose to rehabilitate and protect nearly every type of cell in a pet’s body. Tested and proven to restore wellness in older pets experiencing age-related decline and, proactively, to boost the health and well-being of younger pets, RestoraPet comes in beef and bacon flavors for dogs, tuna flavor for cats, and apple-carrot flavor for horses. RestoraPet also offers RestoraPet Hemp, featuring full-spectrum hemp, which helps improve pet vitality while fighting discomfort and anxiety. First introduced in 2014, RestoraPet® products are now used by tens of thousands of pets in nearly 100 countries worldwide.

    CEO Brian Larsen founded RestoraPet after dedicating his life to helping animals and their humans achieve and maintain wellness. Larsen’s Siberian Husky, Bandit, suffered from arthritis and cancer before passing away, and nothing on the market at the time could alleviate his best friend’s pain. Larsen, who was just a teenager at the time, focused on pet wellness from that point forward. He worked in a pharmacy and earned three science degrees, including a Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland. Then he worked at a pharmaceutical company, where he spent nights and weekends testing all kinds of formulas before developing a laboratory in his home where he successfully created RestoraPet. He is now completing his MBA at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, as he continues to grow RestoraPet into the best pet supplement on the market.  Learn more at www.restorapet.com.