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Dermatologist Julie Russak Shares Six Skincare Tips to Alleviate the Winter Itch
When the cold weather arrives, so does lowered humidity, making dry and itchy skin an uncomfortable but customary part of the winter season as the body naturally reacts to the abrupt temperature changes. In addition to seasonal changes, drying soaps and detergents can trigger factors such as eczema, psoriasis, and aging creating additional seasonal skin irritation. Julie Russak, M.D., FAAD., Board-Certified Dermatologist and founder of Russak Dermatology Clinic and Russak+ Aesthetic Center provides advice on how to best care for skin in the colder weather.
“Paying careful attention to your own body and taking note of any skin discomfort is one of the first steps to relieve any itching and dryness,” says Dr. Russak. “Because skin irritation is common during the winter, with cold weather as one of the top culprits for itchy skin, there are many over-the-counter treatments available to help quickly address winter itch at the first sign of discomfort.”
To help soothe itchy and dry skin, try the following tips:
- Pay attention to your skin type. It’s important to use skincare products geared specifically for your skin type – whether it’s normal, dry, oily, combination or sensitive skin. Oil-free soap is recommended for acne-prone skin and for dry skin, it is best to avoid witch hazel.
- Apply an intensive moisturizer or ointment when stepping out of the shower. Water evaporates off the skin quickly after a shower and can leave skin feeling dry, making it the perfect time to moisturize skin. Powerhouse ingredients like hyaluronic acid, lactic acid, and petrolatum bind water and help retain moisture. Petrolatum is used in products like Aquaphor Healing ointment which can be used to soothe over dry and cracked skin as well as prevent moisture loss.
- Use oil-free and fragrance-free soaps, lotions, and creams. Those who frequently hand-wash and bathe use plenty of drying soaps with irritating ingredients which further cause skin discomfort in the winter. Make sure to apply a fragrance-free lotion or hand cream after washing hands to help soothe and subdue dry and patchy skin.
- Use a hypoallergenic, fragrance free laundry detergent. Laundry detergent with artificial dyes and skin irritants can trigger skin reactions and cause further irritation to dry skin – especially with all of winter’s extra clothing: layers, scarves, sweaters, hats, and now masks. Try Arm & Hammer Sensitive Skin, Free & Clear detergent when washing clothing and face masks—this product is specifically formulated for sensitive skin and dermatologist-tested to help avoid skin irritation and itchiness altogether, and avoid products that advertise “wrinkle free” such as drying sheets.
- Advance to a thicker cream or ointment if lotion isn’t hydrating enough. For those who need extra moisture and protection from the dry air, a cream is a great barrier for the skin since it’s thicker, locking in moisture. For a comprehensive winter skin routine, try a light serum on the face followed by a thicker cream or oil.
- Avoid extreme temperature changes. A humidifier is great for those who suffer from dry skin and eczema as temperatures fluctuate throughout the seasons. A humidifier can help the indoor spaces maintain a relatively cool environment with a humidity level of 30-40% for the winter months.
“While over the counter options are quick and simple to implement into your lifestyle, make sure to consult your dermatologist before making any extreme changes to skincare and see if these changes are right for your skin conditions,” adds Russak.
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Eyeglasses.com Unveils Top Safety Tips for Clearer Vision During Lockdown
Eyeglasses.com, a clear leader in the online optical industry, is sharing an important reminder that while in-person care may be more difficult during COVID lockdown, online services are still up and running 24/7.
“As optometrists risk a higher rate of infection in brick-and-mortar stores, websites are offering care providers safer choices with plenty of fashionable eyewear options without having to travel outside of their homes,” said Eyeglasses.com CEO Mark Agnew.
Eyeglasses.com is currently offering new customers a 15% discount with the code NEWYEAR15 on their first order, as well as helpful tips to make safety a priority during this stressful time.- Want made-to-order glasses recommendations? Use Eyeglasses.com’s Online Optician Personal Stylist Service to find the best fit that looks great with a risk-free money-back guarantee.
- Need replacement lenses? Eyeglasses.com provides a mail-in option by sending in existing frames with a new prescription – or the old lenses – for contactless care in just days. Same goes for replacement frames – on sale now at only $15.00!
- Does wearing glasses help protect against COVID, or possibly make it worse? According to company blog Vision Magazine, “the jury is still firmly out on whether everyday eyewear, such as eyeglasses, can offer any protection at all from COVID-19… you should not rely solely on eyeglasses to protect yourself or others from Coronavirus.”
- While studies are not yet conclusive, many ophthalmologists are making a strong case for wearing eye protection such as glasses – which creates a barrier when an infected person coughs or sneezes nearby – to help lower the chances of contracting the coronavirus.
- Remember to regularly sanitize glasses alongside hand washing to prevent spread of germs. Hot water, gentle non-abrasive soap and a soft cloth towel can easily do the job!
To take advantage of the company’s 15% off new customer deal (excluding Ray Ban, Oakley and Maui Jim brands – offer expires July 1, 2021), visit Eyeglasses.com and begin the journey to better vision.
About Eyeglasses.com:Eyeglasses.com is a leading online eyewear store, specializing in high-quality prescription lenses, glasses frames and sunglasses since 1999. The Westport, Connecticut retailer features over 350 popular name brands with the world’s largest catalog of over 200,000 shapes and styles right at consumers’ fingertips.
Eyeglasses.com also offers helpful information on the many types of prescription glasses available today, including blue light glasses, reading glasses, computer glasses, kids glasses and sunglasses, with tips on how to find the perfect eye doctor and the right frames to fit each person’s unique face.With highly-competitive pricing and special deals, Eyeglasses.com offers uncompromised excellence, as well as free shipping, impeccable customer service and a Perfect Lenses Guarantee. To learn more, visit www.eyeglasses.com. -
Everyone Should Be Able to Wear What They Want – Be Confident, Be You, Be Brassy
Brassybra is a disposable adhesive boob tape. Forget what you’ve tried before and stop searching for the perfect solution, because you’ve just found it! Have you tried other products that wouldn’t fit, stick or stay on? Don’t worry, we have a solution for you! Brassybra is carefully designed and manufactured to work with your body like a second skin.
Brassybra Caramel
Brassybra Chocolate
Brassybra LicoriceBrassybra is an invisible breast tape (boob tape) that fits, shapes and supports your breasts, just like a regular bra.No matter the outfit, Brassybra can accommodate a variety of necklines and low back styles to keep you supported and strap free.Brassybra is like a second skin that’s made with a unique medical grade adhesive:- It mimics your skin by breathing and stretching.
- Brassybra’s water-resistant adhesive sticks with you through dancing, swimming and all your special event needs.
Each Box of Brassybra contains:
- 3 one time use bra sets
- 3 pairs of nipple covers
- One test strips
Brassybra’s boob tape is latex-free and hypoallergenic, made from 97% cotton. Brassybra is adjustable, customizable and can be cut to fit any unique shape of style.
About Brassybra:Inclusion and supporting the black community and communities of color has always been part of the Brassybra DNA. The brand donates a portion of proceeds monthly to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. Brassybra is known for their diverse invisible breast tape that lifts, shapes and supports your breast, just like a regular bra. -
BIOHM – Supporting Overall Wellness by Optimizing Gut Health
Whether you’re new to probiotics or looking to up your gut health game, here is a solution for you! You will be able to find a product that aligns with your gut health goals! Your gut is made up of a community of microorganisms, both good and bad. These microorganisms are a natural part of the ecosystem, known as the microbiome.
BIOHM breaks down Digestive Plaque. Through a combination of good bacteria, good fungi, and a powerful digestive enzyme, BIOHM’s Probiotic destroys the Digestive Plaque and neutralizes the bad bacteria and fungi. Check out these products: BIOHM Super Greens and Super Reds to start your gut health journey off right!
Organic Super Greens
31 SUPER GREENS + PROBIOTICS + PREBIOTICS + DIGESTIVE ENZYMES
= A SUPERCHARGED YOU IN A SINGLE SCOOPA scientifically engineered super greens powder formulation that fuses fruits, vegetables and herbal extracts with BIOHM’s powerful probiotics, prebiotics and enzymes — and it actually tastes good!
Let’s be realistic, as nutritious and amazingly good for you super greens can be, you know that if it doesn’t taste good, people are less likely to use it. So, BIOHM set out to not only make the most highly optimized formulation of super greens powder available, but also one that tastes delicious using only natural ingredients. BIOHM accomplished this by infusing Super Greens with monk fruit, a natural sweetener that has been used since the 13th century (originally in China). Long story short — it tastes great!
Super Reds
17 SUPER REDS + PROBIOTICS + PREBIOTICS + DIGESTIVE ENZYMES
= YOUR DAILY ANTIOXIDANT BOOSTA scientifically engineered formulation that fuses 17 red fruits, vegetables and herbal extracts with BIOHM’s powerful probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes — and it actually tastes good!
One of the main benefits of Super Reds is the provide a convenient source of antioxidants and phytonutrients like pomegranates and acai. Plus Super Reds includes BIOHM probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes. While BIOHM Super Reds is incredibly nutritious, it is not intended to be a replacement for fruits and vegetables in your diet.
Unparalleled innovation requires unparalleled expertise. BIOHM has been thoroughly tested by independent experts at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, one of the leading medical research institutions in the United States. BIOHM’s products are scientifically proven to:
- Address Digestive Plaque – You know plaque builds up on your teeth; but did you know that plaque also builds up in your gut? BIOHM is the first probiotic proven to break down Digestive Plaque, allowing it to balance your gut’s bacteria and fungi.
- Balance Bacteria & Fungi – Your gut contains both bacteria & fungi. However, ordinary probiotics only address bacteria, ignoring fungi’s critical role in digestion. By combining good bacteria + good fungi + digestive enzymes, BIOHM helps maintain total gut balance .
- Improve Overall Health – The gut is the epicenter of your overall health & wellness. Through in-depth Gut Tests, personalized recommendations and revolutionary products, BIOHM offers a comprehensive approach to help you BALANCE YOUR GUT.
Studies have linked healthier and better-looking skin with an increase in daily fruit and vegetable intake. Findings like these point out yet another reason why it is important to fuel your body with healthy nutrients! you should try BIOHM’s Super Greens and Super Reds. They are engineered with a specific formulation that combines the power of BIOHM Probiotics with immunity boosting Vitamin C, thus allowing for optimal immunity performance!
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Picture Book Perfect for Cat Lovers: Sleep, Cat, Sleep! by Antje Damm from Prestel Junior
Make going to bed fun for everyone with charming, surprising, and interactive book
Sleep, Cat, Sleep!
by Antje Damm (3/16/21: ISBN: 978-3791374482; Board Book $9.95; Ages 2-5; 24 pages).
It can be hard to fall asleep because who wants to stop playing, talking, and just having fun. Sometimes, it’s just as difficult to stay asleep. There can be noises, lights, and many other distractions. Cat has this very problem in Sleep, Cat, Sleep! He’s calmly resting until you open the book and wake him up.
Every time he thinks it’s safe to fall back asleep, you flip the page and bother him again! All he wants is for you to close the book so he can start dreaming away. Author and illustrator Antje Damm has created an uproariously funny book to help young children fall asleep. They will be delighted with all the different ways Cat can come up with to get kids to let him sleep. A new surprise awaits with every turn of the page, but we don’t want to give away who falls asleep at the end of this book!
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Instantly DOUBLE your laptop screen workspace with this game-changing new portable monitor technology!
Adding a second screen to your workspace increases productivity by 20-30% and can save you 8+ hours each week! Time to end the frustration of going back and forth between tabs and you can take notes or reference documents during video conferences, plus that you can compare documents side by side. Whether you are on a zoom call or working on an important project, easily referenced documents and take notes with more screen real estate.
SideTrak was selected as a winner in the Esquire Gadget Awards for 2020. It is is the perfect gift for anyone working from home! I believe there are more and more people that choose to work from home during pandemic or even after pandemic. Having great technologies to help you to work more effectively and comfortable. Actually not only for home working, this ultra-portable monitor for laptop is the perfect solution for any office! Increase your team’s productivity in the office or on-the-go, promote collaboration, and enable engaging presentations. These ultra-portable and durable monitors allow you to work anywhere with the productivity of two screens!
Here are some ideas that what you can do with SideTrak~
- Working from home can be especially hectic when you have little ones around. A great way to entertain your kids and get work done is by having a multi-monitor setup. Use SideTrak to show your kid’s favorite show while you get some work done on your laptop screen. Multitasking at it’s best! You can try using cloud PCs such as GPU Dedicated Server or Azure Windows 10 VM to work remotely as per your convenience.
- Enjoy the beautiful day by sitting outside, taking in the sun rays, and working productively. No matter where you go SideTrak will be right by your side!
- These portable monitors allow you to mirror your screen and share content with an audience. SideTrak Slide & SideTrak Swivel’s innovative 270° screen rotation capabilities make this easier than ever for impressive presentations, demos, and more!
- The SideTrak can help! Whether you’re at the airport waiting for your flight or on the plane, you can be 2x more productive with a second screen!
- The world as we know it is changing and so is the way we collaborate. As physical meetings dwindle and virtual meetings increase, having two monitors helps you multitask. Have your meeting open on one screen and your work or referencing document on the other!
For the ultimate work from home solution…improve your productivity while working from your couch, office, or dining table with a portable monitor for your laptop! Instantly DOUBLE your laptop screen workspace with this game-changing new portable monitor technology!
SideTrak Slide Portable Monitor 12.5″
Instantly DOUBLE your laptop screen workspace with this game-changing new portable monitor technology! This 12.5” Full HD monitor attaches to the back of your laptop with semi-permanent metal plates so you can effortlessly work anywhere with two screens.
Extend or Mirror Your Display
Extend your display to enable efficient multitasking or mirror your display to share your screen
Rotate SideTrak 270°
Easily share your work with 270° rotation to revolutionize your meetings, presentations, demos, and more!
Left Orientation
Customize your portable dual-screen setup by setting up your SideTrak to the left of your laptop.
Portrait Mode
Use SideTrak Slide’s dual sliding tracks to set up your monitor in a portrait view to have a view suitable for your needs.
SideTrak Swivel Portable Monitor 12.5″
Instantly double your laptop screen workspace with this game-changing new attachable portable monitor technology! SideTrak Swivel is a 12.5” Full HD portable monitor that securely attaches to the back of your laptop to combine the
- No download required and fits all laptop sizes
- Screen rotates 270° & swivels 360°
- Built-in kickstand, adjustable brightness, and screen autorotation
Freestanding Mode
Use SideTrak Swivel’s collapsible mounting frame to transform it into a freestanding portable monitor.
Left or Right Orientation
Customize your portable dual-screen setup by setting up your SideTrak to the left or right side of your laptop.
Presentation Mode
Easily share your work with 270° rotation to revolutionize your meetings, presentations, demos, and more!
Portrait Mode
Use SideTrak’s dual sliding tracks to set up your monitor in a portrait view to have a view suitable for your needs.
Enjoy a change of scenery without sacrificing productivity. This portable monitor stays attached to your laptop and doesn’t require a table so that you can work with two screens at a desk, on a couch, or outdoors. Set up your dual monitor workspace in seconds and easily move it with you throughout the day. SideTrak Slide’s lightweight, durable, and slim design is built for your life on-the-go! It fits in most work bags so that you can carry it between your home and office. Empower your team to increase their productivity by up to 50% with SideTrak solutions. Find out more at https://sidetrak.com/!
- Working from home can be especially hectic when you have little ones around. A great way to entertain your kids and get work done is by having a multi-monitor setup. Use SideTrak to show your kid’s favorite show while you get some work done on your laptop screen. Multitasking at it’s best! You can try using cloud PCs such as GPU Dedicated Server or Azure Windows 10 VM to work remotely as per your convenience.
