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It turns out that a longevity expert has said something that makes sense. And the reason is the juices

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Peter Diamandis has returned. The famous doctor and engineer specializing in longevity has once again made simple dietary advice viral: “if you like oranges, eat them whole and not in juice.” And, to the surprise of all of us who closely follow the worldit’s a good idea. Beyond the joke, longevity is becoming serious. Very serious indeed. Since an open microphone confirmed to us in September that longevity is becoming a crucial issue for oligarchs of the present, it is impossible not to look at this community of researchers, influencers and entrepreneurs in a “different way”. However, the reality is obvious: most advice on how to live longer is a mix of cherry picking, scientific sensationalism and common sense. Ultimately, to the extent that society is increasingly obsessed with living longerthe ‘market’ for these types of ideas is growing (for better and worse). And Diamandis is a good example. As They explained in El Confidencialthis entrepreneur and researcher has a very long list of dietary ideas: from withdrawing dairy products due to the body’s inflammatory response to casein to avoiding red meat due to its saturated fats (basing his diet almost exclusively on vegetables and whole foods). As we saw a few days ago with other well-meaning advicethese kinds of ideas make some sense, yes. However, every heuristic has two sides: it illuminates a certain part of reality and helps us manage it more easily. But it hides other parts and makes it seriously difficult to be aware of them. But, let’s get to the juices. Because that is the latest advice that has been vitalized is precisely that: that the debate has never been “yes fruit” or “no fruit.” ¡Of course you have to consume fruit! The debate is how we consume it and in juice it is, possibly, the worst way. By squeezing the pieces of fruit, we not only reduce the fiber but we end up consuming something completely different: satiety is worse and sugar absorption is improved. When we talk about fruit being good, what we are saying is that we need the fiber it contains for its metabolic and satiety effects. Oh really? So much so that organizations like the AESAN they insist repeatedly that juice does not replace whole fruit. And yes, I know that for many it is a commonplace (and something very well known), but it never hurts to repeat it: the consumption of rooting fruit has fallen 14% in recent years. We already know that it is good advice, but also worse for longevity. Here, the truth is that the evidence is less clear. Above all, because it is never enough to ‘stop recommending something’, we must go further and put better options on the table. And yes, water is always an option. But unfortunately, it is not always a substitute for the social consumption of juices. Image | Zlatko Duric In Xataka | One of the leading experts on aging has just explained what he himself does to live longer. It makes sense

dismiss sellers to hire other expert sellers in AI

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In July, Microsoft proved to have radically changed strategy as its investment in AI. The Batacazo were The 9,000 layoffs that affected several of their departments, but there was also a change of sight: their approach to corporate sales. After having fired thousands of commercials traditional, the firm opted for replace them with solution engineers Specialized in artificial intelligence. A transformation that seems to be marking trend in the technological sector and that responds to the new demands of the business market. A change in the sales model. Microsoft’s strategy is to eliminate the figure of the general seller, that profile focused on commercial relationships but with limited technical knowledge. Instead, the company is committed to professionals who can make technical demonstrations from the first contact with the client. Judson Althoff, commercial director of Microsoft, It has reorganized completely its division with the aim of turning the company into “the firm of the avant -garde”. Why Microsoft makes this decision. According to Business Insider sources Near to the company, some business clients transferred their frustration to Microsoft for having to go through several vendors before reaching the technical aspects of the product. “The client wants Microsoft to present their people technically,” according to internal sources of the company. Artificial intelligence has raised expectations, as there are more and more companies that prefer to have first hand a deep understanding of the product from the first meeting, not superficial commercial talks. The competition presses. Microsoft faces a fierce battle with OpenAi and Google for the business market. Although it has the advantage that many large companies already use their tools, Your employees prefer chatgpt for being better known. This competitive pressure has accelerated the reorganization of the six areas of previous solutions in only three: business solutions, Cloud and IA platforms, and security. The domino effect on the sector. Microsoft’s strategy is not an isolated case. Salesforce has already applied a similar approachreducing your support staff from 9,000 to 5,000 employees thanks to AI agents. Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce, explained that “I managed to rebalance the number of support personnel because I need less.” This restructuring has allowed it to redirect resources towards R&D departments and more specialized sales. Eliminating layers. What is really happening is a redefinition of commercial value in the AI ​​era. Sector investors and analysts interpret These movements as a sign of technological maturity. And it is that companies such as Microsoft are showing that sales teams that do not understand the complexity of their products can no longer allow. Jason Lemkin, Specialized Software Startup Investor, esteem that “between 30% and 40% of sales representatives of one or two calls will be replaced by AI”. Cover image | Simon Ray In Xataka | “I’m afraid we’re going to be more busy”: Jensen Huang Discrepa from Musk and sees at AF a deep labor transformation

Nintendo is an expert in squeezing the market. With switch is leaving a huge hole and people are looking for life

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The launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 It has been a success. The console is a switch in steriors, one “If it works, don’t touch it“. And the market, which He has not always treated him wellis approving that vision: He made history forks The fastest console has been sold in Japan. But that does not mean that the new model has covered all the gaps left the previous one. The problem. The original Nintendo Switch was an ideal console for travel through its “portable” factor. The second edition continues that legacy, but also maintains one of his problems for those who want to go further. There are situations where we want to play on a TV while traveling or at the home of a friend or family. And Nintendo forces us to use a spectacular and not very comfortable dock. Unlike other portable consoles, which we can connect to monitors with a simple USB-C cable to HDMI, to remove image from the switch screen we need to connect the console to your dock, which also feeds the switch with current. The great absent. Nintendo has a great ELENCH OF ACCESSORIES FOR SWITCH 2: Pro control, loading supports, steering wheel, camera, case and protector, found everything in one, MicroSd Express cards … and yet it does not market a small size dock or adapter to use while we are traveling. What opens the doors to third brands to take over. The (sometimes unreliable) alternative market. Today there is a market that promises This of Antank and even more versatile, with interesting additions such as PowerBank. However, a Review by Reddit indicates that several are not sewing and singing, or Plug & Play. They have problems such as being bkeful with televisions, not supporting the HDR, partially blocking ventilation grilles, require firmware update for the new model, have PowerBank but do not load it while we use the console, limited availability according to markets, etc. In short, you have to look very well before buying. Makers to the rescue. Before the hole left by Nintendo and the problems or price of the third -party market, the makers do not disappoint, and there are already those He has designed bases For the Switch 2 printed on 3D that fit even in transport covers and include the cooling fan. The paste? In addition to requiring a 3D printer or knowing someone who prints the model, they involve disassembling Nintendo’s original dock to use its components in the printed piece. With some complication. Change from one structure to another is not difficult, apparently. But there are components such as flexible cables Ribbon that can suffer in the exchange, and the responsibility is of the user. Once everything is mounted, the operation is simple. From the Switch 2 a USB-C cable comes out that is connected to the printed base. From it, in turn, an HDMI comes out that goes to the screen we want to connect, and its side there is another USB-C port that feeds the console. There are also ideas for the original switch. Logic is similar: from 3D printed bases reuse the components of Nintendo’s original to others that They involve disassembling third -party docks To take advantage of space. It seeks comfort and ease of transport, and there is little that resists modern 3D impression. Image | Xataka and Makeworld In Xataka | This is what I would have liked to know before I started in the 3D printing world

We know more than Mars than the seabed. An expert helps us to understand why it is still an enigma and what mysteries keep

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What if we told you that there is such a tiny creature that it can hunt generating a bubble at more than 100 km/h, with a temperature similar to the sun? What if the orcs were smarter than we believe, even capable of having bait traps or hunting the very blue whale? The bottom of the sea It is still a place full of mysteries. We think we know him because we have seen documentaries or movies, but we have barely scratched his surface. Science and separate With a new episode On our YouTube channelalso available as Podcast on Spotify and Ivoox. A space in which we address scientific issues from a close and informative approach. In this second installment, our partner Ángela Blanco talks with Álex Avelloethologist and disseminator, to explore the amazing behavior of marine animals and everything we still do not know about the ocean. The pistolera gamba is one of those animals that costs to believe that they really exist. It is tiny, but its way of hunting has nothing subtle: it closes one of its tweezers to more than 100 km/Hy generates a bubble whose temperature, according to some studies, could approach the surface of the sun. “This always caught with tweezers too, a little above, a little below,” says Alex. The click is so brutal that it can be detected by the sound of a submarine. If the puppets can submerge up to 3,000 meters is not only because of their size or strength, but by a fascinating biological mechanism. “It has an organ that is called sperm … I always say it is like a bag full of wax, a wax -full supermarket,” explains Álex. When they prepare to descend, they let cold water into that organ, which solidifies the wax and turns their heads into a natural ballast. “In this way they go down to every tablet,” he adds. While they descend, they emit clicks that bounce with everything they find, as a kind of sound. There is an idea that is repeated throughout the episode: we barely know what is in the depths. “We know 4% of all oceans,” says Alex. And that leaves a lot of room for imagination. “Today, to me someone comes to make sure Megalodon is impossible for it to exist …”Every time he gives a talk in schools, children ask him about mythical sea creatures. And his answer is not a resounding. Because the truth is that we have not yet reached there. Are dolphins smarter marine animals? Álex clarifies: “Orca is within the family of dolphins … but the orca is superior to the dolphin. In fact, the orcs hunt dolphins, the dolphins do not hunt orcas.” What comes later in the conversation ends up clarifying why. And it is worth listening. Not all animals eat what they are in front of them. Some know how to wait. “Have that ability to say: ‘Ok, I have this that I can eat it right now, But I can use it as a tool… ”, Recalls Álex when talking about an orca who saw in a video as a child. What he did with that fish is difficult to forget. He tells him in detail in the episode. This is not all. In the second episode of science and apart there are more stories that surprise, that make them think and that remind us of everything we do not know yet. You can see or listen to it. Where do you prefer. Images | Xataka In Xataka | There are thousands of people hooked to streaming. One to 3,900 meters deep full of marine curiosities (and memes)

Walking cats with belt is in fashion. We have asked an expert in feline behavior and is clear about what he thinks

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If you have Instagram or Tiktok and you like cats, I bet an arm to which videos have come out of Cats that leave the house tied with strap and harness. Some even go on a trip around the world, explore forests, jump, run and They even swimas if they were dogs. How is it possible? Is it advisable to walk the cat? To solve these and other doubts we have spoken with Paula VanascoFeline therapist and president of the association Rescues Borges Blanques. The phenomenon of adventurous cats It began to popularize in the 2010 on Instagram. One of the first was Vladimirthat traveled with its owners in a motorhome Throughout the United States. Also Skattya Maine Coon who was traveling on a sailboat with its owner, who was completely deaf and leaned on the cat to know when ships approached or sent him messages. A search on Tiktok returns to hundreds of results. “Cat harness”, “Adventure Cat”, “Cat Leash Training” … Today, any of these searches in Tiktok or Instagram returns us hundreds of results. Walking to the cat is fashionablebut it is not easy. If not, many of the reels that appear to us would not be tutorials and advice to accustom the cat. And if there is something that has tried to know is that, unlike dogs, cats They don’t like anything to atten. Understanding the nature of cats Paula is part of the team of Feline therapy And in your day to day Treat cats with behavioral problemssome of them caused precisely by these walks. Its positioning is clear: it is not a good idea to put a belt to a cat. “Cats are hypersensitive animals. For them a harness is stressful, so when you put it on the first time, many are thrown to the ground.” In addition, he adds that “to make it safe, it has to go very tight, which still makes it more annoying for the animal.” You have to understand that the nature of cats differs a lot from the dog. They are territorial animals and They feel safe within their territoryit doesn’t matter if that territory is the countryside or a flat in the city. When they leave their comfort zone, they always do it very little by little: “The cat needs to explore the territory at its rhythm, not that you take it wherever you want.” Instead, walking to a dog is more natural because its nature is to move in herd. They are social animals And security is provided by your pack, so when we walk them they feel safe. Image: Amparo Babyloni, Xataka Surely you have seen cats rubbing against the corners of furniture or other objects. It is the way they have of Create a safe space. When they explore, cats are rubbing at different points where They leave pheromones that serve as olfactory references. “This is how they explore the territory feeling safe. If there is any scare they go back, then they leave again … and so on until they have it controlled.” “When we get the cat out of its territory, it adopts a prey behavior. If there is a strong noise you will try to run and if you are tied, you can’t do it.” Nor should we forget that, although cats are predators of small animals, they are also prey to other larger ones. “When we get the cat out of its territory, it adopts a prey behavior. If there is a strong noise you will try to run and if you are tied, you can’t do it,” says Paula. It is not that the cats we see in the Instagram videos are all stressed, Some enjoy those outings, But according to Paula “they are the exception. They are cats that have learned that their environment is that and also have a very balanced character.” Using them since childhood is key because “cats do not develop fear until they have 5 or 6 months,” but insists that this is not a guarantee that it will enjoy it and should never be forced. What we don’t see on Instagram If it is outside its territory and scares, The cat instinct is running and getting safebut what happens if we have it tied? Two things can happen: “Let the harness escape or attack you.” In This video You can see perfectly how the cat tries to flee and when not getting it, he ends up biting its owner. Is what is known as redirected aggressivenessan episode in which the cat has a very violent response, in this case for a clear cause: try to flee and not be able to. If the cat tries to flee being tied, two things can happen: “That the harness escapes or that attacks you” The other scenario is to get rid of the harness and run away (the most common, because we already know that Cats are liquid). Being in a environment“It has no visual or olfactory references and there are not a few cases of cats that end up being lost.” If it is also in the city, the risk that a car is hit or attack a dog is very high. There are people who opt for Take the cat inside a backpack type carrier and walk it in this way. Here it is much more difficult for the cat to flee, but Paula does not recommend it either: “I had a case of a cat that took him inside a backpack. The cat did not show the stress at the time, but when he got home he became aggressive. They were very frustrated to be locked up.” Another problem is that many people who get their cats abroad do not know how to understand The language of cats. “That a cat is still does not mean that it is calm.” In other words, it is not necessary to go crazy like that of the video so that it is assuming stress. Cats … Read more

Mat Watson, expert in Supercars, about the Purosangue Ferrari

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To a Kia Ev6 GT and a pure Ferrari They separate 340,000 euros and four victories. Specifically, those achieved by Mat Watson, Carwow journalist, in Milla’s room. The medium has faced to two rivals who seem to arrive from different galaxies in the classic test of the mile room (400 meters). He Ferrari Purosangue It is one of the most anticipated products of the Italian company in recent years to enter the SUV market. It is sold for almost 400,000 euros to which we can add innumerable extras that, evidently, make the final bill. Some, if you want to skip your huge waiting list, are Selling in Spain for more than one million euros. Although seeing the success that everything has had indicates that the Purosangue Ferrari was going to be an immediate sales success, the Italian company wanted to save him a huge Atmospheric V12 motor of 6.5 liters of displacement to make it clear that we were not facing a second -important Ferrari or an unimportant model for the brand. Of course, its 725 hp did not seem. He KIA EV6 GTon the other hand, it has been recently updated with some aesthetic and, above all, mechanical. It was the most powerful electric car or with a more sporty vocation of KIA with its 585 hp but the Koreans have wanted to take it to a new level by raising its power to 609 hp but can sustain a 650 hp peak for a few seconds. However, it is still a car that is sold for just over 60,000 euros. That is what breaks the schemes because, as you can imagine, yes, the KIA has been winning in the acceleration test with the Purosangue Ferrari. Of five occasions, the KIA won in four of them. And the fifth did not do it because from Carwow they aware of the Korean electric. “At least it’s as fast as a kia” Two SUVs, a line and something to show: who was going to be faster. And from the first moment it was seen how Ferrari was going to have many problems to pass over an electric car, less powerful and much less large. So many difficulties that, in fact, they reduced Ferrari to the second position (of two opponents) all the occasions in which the exit launched was given. In fact, only once the Purosangue Ferrari managed to overcome the Korean electric SUV. It was when Watson, aboard the KIA, activated the Simulated march change that the company is introducing its sportier models and that it is controlled with some cams on the steering wheel. There, the Ferrari devastated. “Ferrari can already say that he has a faster car than a kia,” Watson joked for Walkie Talkie with his partner who responds between laughs that “surely in Maranello they are super happy.” If we are going to concrete figures, the Kia Ev6 GT weighs 2,200 kg, 50 kg heavier than the Purosangue Ferrari and its power is lower but its motor torque is significantly higher, generating up to 770 nm by the 716 Nm of the Ferrari. And that is seen in the video. That overweight subtracts competitiveness in the first meters from the Kia but very soon manages to put ahead with each start thanks to its huge torque but, above all, that an electric car can manage much better the power it sends to the ground. From the first moment has all the power at your disposalNot as a combustion engine, so it only remains for software capable of managing that brutal power so that the wheels do not lose traction. The duel is especially bleeding because we are facing a car that costs almost 350,000 euros less than a Ferrari and that takes the colors despite facing a huge V12, the jewel of the crown of the Italian engines. Although we had already seen similar evidence, such as The McMurtry Spéirling passing over the Ferrari Laferrarithis time is different because that electric car is designed to get the most possible performance, with a very light cabin that allows you to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 1.4 seconds or Stay mouth. The test of Carwow It is, in short, the confirmation of how the electric car has made us break schemes of what was considered fast. How excessive power (a good example is the Xiaomi Su7) is at your fingertips with the electric vehicle. Ferrari, at least, will show him that always sweet and hoarse sound to V12. Photo | Kia and Ferrari In Xataka | Ferrari has won on land, but now points to the ocean. His new challenge is a ship that works without a drop of fuel

It is your body complaining about stress, according to an anxiety expert

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Have some healthy sleep habits and doing some physical activity – although it is not very demanding – contribute to reduce stress levels. Yeah No measures are takenstress is chronified and the body begins to adopt its own coping measures that can alter aspects such as sleep, social relationships and even the way of working. According to the therapist Miriam Salinasspecialist in disorders caused by anxiety, go to bed late per night, or fall into obsessions such as work perfectionism, are the neurobiological response with which our brain tries Protect us from stress and the trauma accumulated throughout the day. Understanding this link between what we considered only bad habits and stress is crucial for stop blaming you and start understanding Why do we get so late At night when, in reality, we are sleepy. A moment of peace and security According to The World Health Organization (WHO), stress can be defined as a state of concern or mental tension generated by a difficult situation. All people have a certain degree of stress, since it is a natural response to threats and other stimuli. It is the way in which we react stress that marks the way in which it affects our well -being. Miriam Salinas Explain that “if you go to bed late at night, it is because it is the only time when You feel peace and security“. During the day, anxiety and hypervigilance are the dominant mental states, preventing the body and mind from relaxing. Therefore, night tranquility becomes an emotional refuge, where it is finally possible to lower the guard. This pattern It is not a simple whim or a lack of disciplinebut a sign that the nervous system is trying to find a safe space. The deregulation of the autonomic nervous system (SNA), caused by chronic stress, can alter the natural rhythms of sleep and push people to seek comfort in the solitude of the night, causing what University researchers called sleep procrastination. One way to mitigate this behavior that, in turn, causes greater stress for not sleeping the recommended hours, is Reserve time during the day to find that tranquility and reduce cortisol levels walking or disconnecting the stress source. The impact of stress on our habits Stress is not only behind multiple sleep disorders. In your search, coping strategies for stress, our brain also finds refuge in excessive screens use. Such and as he published The avant -gardesome people spend hours using Social networks on mobile or in front of the computer to avoid face intrusive thoughts or uncomfortable emotions. According to Salinas, “you spend hours on the phone because you prefer that to face your thoughts.” This cognitive evasion It is a form of temporary distraction, but does not solve the discomfort, which is the anxiety caused by chronic stress. Expert anxiety therapist also holds the stress of certain Social isolation behaviorsby perceiving social relations as an insecure environment that the brain associates as the focus of stress. Although from the outside it may seem that They choose to be alonein reality it is a neurobiological adaptation to avoid situations that perceive as threatening or emotionally dangerous. Other behaviors That they can affect your daily productivity, it is the obsession that every thing you do is perfect. Salinas explains that perfectionism It arises as an attempt to control the interior emotional chaos. All these behaviors, Far from being defects, they are adaptations that the brain and body develop to survive stress contexts sustained over time. In Xataka | Half of the employees claims to work under constant stress: they would renounce 21% of their salary to avoid it In Xataka | Lack of motivation is a problem for productivity. The trick to avoid it is simple according to science: start Image | Unspash (Dipqi Ghozali, Sinitta Leunen)

Say goodbye to dark circles with this routine recommended by an expert

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Taking a look at all the questions I have received in the office during these weeks, I have been struck by how much the topic of baggy eyes. There are many factors that influence and that are not in your control, such as genetic predisposition, which plays a very important role, but you should know that there are other factors that yes they depend on you if you want to say goodbye to dark circles. “Some people have dark circles under their eyes simply because they have inherited thinner skin under the eyes or more pigment in that area,” Gema Cabañero, founder and director of the Gema Cabañero Advanced Aesthetics and Antiaging Clinic, tells me. But lifestyle is also an essential factor in understanding why some people have dark circles and others don’t. © livmanni “Factors such as smoking, ingesting excessive amounts of alcohol and having a diet high in salt and deficient, in which essential nutrients are missingcan worsen the health of the skin and make dark circles more visible. Another cause that causes some people to be more predisposed to having dark circles than others is rest. “People who do not have correct sleep hygiene are much more likely to trigger an inflammatory response in the body that can cause different skin conditions that go beyond dark circles. In addition, sleep promotes the balance of hydration in the skin and repairing the skin barrier,” adds Cabañero, who is also director of R&D&I at the nutricosmetic firm 180 The Concept. If what you want is to prevent its appearance, the expert recommends that, in addition to avoiding alcohol and tobacco, be careful, especially with the sun. “We should not expose our face for prolonged periods of time without proper protection.. “This will cause excessive production of melanin which can lead to hyperpigmentation in this area.” © valentinaferragni To know the causes of dark circles and how to treat them, the expert differentiates four types that can be classified into: Dark circles due to genetics: They are hereditary and appear from an early age. They usually have a brownish tone and tend to be difficult to treat, however, they can improve their appearance with the correct aesthetic treatments. Dark circles due to lack of sleep: Lack of sleep causes a variation in blood circulation around the eyes, causing blood vessels to dilate and become visible under the skin, causing bluish dark circles. Don’t forget that sleeping well has a profound impact on your general well-being: during sleep the body enters a process of cellular repair and regeneration and this phase is essential so that aging is not accelerated. In addition, sleep also plays a crucial role in hormonal balance, closely related to skin health. Therefore, sleeping well is one of the simplest and most effective ways to take care of your beauty from the inside out. Dark circles due to aging: The loss of collagen and elastin can contribute to the skin in this area losing elasticity and firmness. As a result, the skin becomes thinner and thinner, contributing to the formation of dark circles under the eyes that often appear next to bags. Pigmented dark circles: This type of dark circles, characterized by being brown in color and contrasting with the rest of the skin tone, are motivated, above all, by excessive and prolonged sun exposure for years, which results in an overproduction of melanin by the body. © chloelecareux Taking advantage of the fact that I have had the opportunity to speak with Gema Cabañero, I have asked her what routines we can do at home and there is one that is very easy and simple: drink at least two liters of water a day. “It is essential to stay well hydrated and, in this way, prevent the skin from looking dry and dull. In addition, I also recommend using a facial mask once a week. eye contour focused on solving the condition that worries us most. If we want hydrating and soothing results, we will look for hyaluronic acid or aloe vera among the ingredients. If we want to give the area extra luminosity, it will be important to integrate Vitamin C or retinol.” And if you have had a bad night, a good way to hide dark circles quickly can be through the use of the well-known gel patches. “It is important that they integrate hyaluronic acid, collagen or caffeine into their formula to increase their moisturizing and decongestant power.” 1) ‘Eye and Lip Contour – Nuxuriance Ultra’, NUXE / 2) ‘The Rich Eye Cream’, Augustinus Bader / 3) ‘Icelandic Essence – Eye Serum’, LICO / 4) ‘Renewing Mask – Eye Contour Area’, Nescens / 5) ‘Wake-up serum roll-on’, Biovène Barcelona To keep this area of ​​the face healthy, it is essential that you include a specific cosmetic for the eye contour in your daily routine. Now there are two launches that I recommend: NUXE and Augustinus Bader, who have released two great products so you can start the year with a perfect look. I love them for their texture, they absorb very quickly and leave the skin nourished and firm, in addition to reducing expression lines in record time. I also want to try LICO’s ‘Icelandic Essence’ eye contour and I have signed up for the new Nescens mask, which works as an intensive treatment to treat and correct dark circles, wrinkles and bags. It contains hyaluronic acid, peptides and powerful antioxidants, as well as caffeine, which is an active ingredient that acts as a vasoconstrictor, meaning it narrows blood vessels, reducing the appearance of dark circles and bags under the eyes. Another caffeinated option is the Biovène Barcelona roll-on, designed for tired, dull skin prone to dark circles and puffiness. You can also use eye contour products that include Vitamin C: an antioxidant that helps brighten the skin and reduce pigmentation; hyaluronic acid: a powerful moisturizer that helps retain water in the skin, making it look smoother and less fatigued; and retinol: for … Read more

Mónica Aránguez, expert in micropigmentation, reveals the secrets of the perfect eyebrow touch-up

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He semi-permanent makeup o PMU (Permanent Make Up) It is a technique that consists of applying pigments to the skin through tiny needles to create an effect of long lasting makeup. If you are reading this article it is because, either Are you considering having micropigmentation for the first time? and you want to know what you can expect from it in the coming years, or because you have already had it done and you consider that it is time to go to the salon again to get a touch-up so that your eyebrowswhich continue to be the most in-demand area, look as beautiful as the first day. © monicaaranguezmicro Throughout this article, with the help of Mónica Aránguez, micropigmentation technician and founder of the Mónica Aránguez center, we tell you What aspects do you have to take into account when getting a touch-up? And what about the laser sessions that, according to experts, you should undergo so that the person treating you can work on a white canvas, which is the most desired for many reasons. © Launchmetrics Spotlight The best tips for getting a microblading touch-up First of all, asked about How often should we get a micropigmentation touch-up?Mónica tells us that “one of the factors that determines the time between touch-ups of the micropigmentation treatments “it is the type of skin and the evolution of the pigment in each particular case.” “Theoretically, dry skin retains pigment for longer. (2-3 years), while oily skin may require more frequent touch-ups (1-2 years), as “Excess sebum can cause it to fade more quickly.”comments the expert. “Nevertheless, touch-ups are always personalized and times are very relative,” he adds. © Launchmetrics Spotlight What happens if you dye your hair and want to change the color of your eyebrows? On the other hand, we have consulted Monica What would happen if we changed our hair color and, consequently, wanted to change the color of our eyebrows?: could we do it? You will like to know that, according to the expert, there is no problem, since “the pigments can be modified in the eyebrow touch-ups“But always in such a way that the whole is harmonious and in accordance with the features of each face.” “It is important that in this modification the skin and the natural color of the eyebrows are adequately evaluated,” says the expert. © monicaaranguezmicro Be careful with retinol! The third point that you have to take into account regarding touch-ups microblading is that you can space each other using retinol correctly Yes, this (which it should) is one of the star ingredients in your beauty routine. Mónica has confirmed to us that the use of this asset significantly reduces the duration of the “tattoo”. “Retinol can accelerate the skin cell renewal processhaving a direct impact on the pigment fading faster. For this reason, it is recommended that if retinol is used, it should be avoided. application on eyebrow micropigmentation so that the treatment lasts longer,” says the expert. “To prevent retinol from affecting the treatment, it is important to ensure that the product is not applied to areas close to the micropigmentation,” she adds. © Getty Images This is how ‘laser depigmentation’ works For Mónica, in general, it is advisable to have laser depigmentation before having a new micropigmentation to eliminate all types of residue and achieve a beautiful color again. Now, he assures that “laser treatment is not mandatory between micropigmentation sessions.” “We will recommend it only in cases where it is necessary to correct an irregularity, whether in an erroneous design or the correction of an inappropriate tone,” he tells us. © Getty Images Furthermore, according to the expert, “micropigmentation is not definitive, for this reason if the technique has been performed correctly and the pigment remains well, it will fade little by little over time, and it will not be necessary to perform a laser.” If it is necessary to carry it out, the technician tells us that “To completely eliminate the pigment in the skin, several sessions are generally required.“. He explains that “the number will depend on the intensity of the implanted pigment, the time since the treatment was performed, the depth of the micropigmentation and the response of the skin.” “Although we cannot guarantee an exact number of sessions, hUsually a simple case consists of two to four sessions and in more complicated cases it exceeds six sessions,” says Mónica. © rosiehw In any case, if you are a candidate for laser depigmentation, you don’t have to worry. As Monica confirms to us, the laser is not extremely painful. “During the session you will feel some hot pricks that are very bearable. Many of our clients tell us that they have not noticed anything during their session. depigmentation session“, he indicates. He reveals that “the laser most used for removing pigments in micropigmentation treatments is the Q-Switchedwhich emits rapid pulses that explode the pigment particles and subsequent elimination from the body through natural waste pathways, without damaging the surrounding tissue of the treated area. “ANDIt is essential to respect the times between laser sessions to keep the skin in the best condition. security,” the expert also indicates. Specifically, she says that It is advisable to wait between four and six weeks to allow the skin to recover and see the pigment response properly. © Getty Images How to have beautiful eyebrows between depigmentation sessions? If you are worried about how your eyebrows will look after you have had the first laser session and until you have the second one (if necessary), you should know that after the laser treatment the skin reacts for a few hours by appearing slightly red. , inflamed and irritated. The eyebrow hair will in some cases look lighter in the following days, but it is not permanent. To have the most beautiful eyebrows possible between laser sessions and until we perform micropigmentation againAccording to Mónica, “we can resort to applying colored cosmetic products for eyebrows such as gels, … Read more

5 anti-inflammatory foods you can buy at Dollar Tree, according to an expert

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A balanced diet is one of the pillars of health, and it can be expensive if the information is not managed to allow choosing products according to needs and at a low cost. A gastronomy expert assures that By reading the labels carefully you can find good options at Dollar Tree like 5 anti-inflammatory foods that he managed to achieve with this method. Recipe developer, and Professional Home Economist (PHEc), Kris Osborne explains in Eating Well that although it is not a common place to look for healthy foods, in Dollar Tree found substantial savings on items like: omega-3-rich salmon and walnuts, antioxidant-packed frozen berries, and fiber-packed oats. Osborne explains that nutritious eating can be accessible to everyone and that a vital element is carefully reading labels combined with strategic purchasing to stock up on anti-inflammatory foods. An expert in gastronomy and family savings explains which are the cheapest anti-inflammatory foods at Dollar Tree.Credit: Shutterstock Remember the importance of keeping inflammation at bay so that the body has the ability to heal from injuries or fight infections. “Anti-inflammatory foods, like little firefighters, help calm inflammation (the fire) in our bodies through their unique combinations of bioactive compounds, antioxidants and essential nutrients,” he adds. Although for many the term “anti-inflammatory” sounds expensive, the expert makes her specific food recommendations.but not before warning that there are many processed foods at Dollar Tree, so it is essential to read the labels. Pink salmon without skin or bones Salmon is rich in omega-3, a fat good for the heartCredit: Shutterstock Chicken of the Sea pink salmon, without bones or skin, is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vital for health, since the body cannot produce them and must be taken from food or supplements. This product can be found at Dollar Tree in 2.5 ounce packages for $1.25. The expert comments that she buys several bags of salmon to prepare salads, sandwiches, and salmon burgers. A quick recipe involves mixing fatty salmon flakes with fresh herbs, a raw egg, breadcrumbs, a tablespoon of Greek yogurt, and mustard for a tasty meal that serves as a starter, side dish, or topping sandwiches. frozen vegetables Fresh vegetables have many benefits, but frozen vegetables are very nutritious, cost-effective. At Dollar Tree you can get a variety of vegetables for $1.25; the cauliflower rice weighs 10 ounces and the seasoning mix weighs 12. TJ Farms riced cauliflower, which Osborne adds to smoothies and sauces to provide fiber and nutrients, which are key to relieving chronic inflammation. There’s also TJ Farms’ Cajun Trinity of onions, celery, and red and green bell peppers, to add to preparations rich in antioxidants that fight cell damage and provide additional vitamin C. Natural oats Oatmeal is rich in nutritional and functional elements, since it is one of the few cereals that is marketed in its complete form, preserving all its parts.Credit: Shutterstock Oatmeal is one of the foods considered anti-inflammatory because it is rich in antioxidants and natural fiber. At Dollar Tree the traditional Sunco Natural oats. The expert buys four to six one-pound bags at a time, since it is one of the products she consumes the most. Oats contain special compounds called Aveanthramides that are 10 to 30 times more potent as antioxidants compared to polyphenolic compounds typically found in other grains, he explains. Walnuts in halves and pieces 5 servings of nuts a week is associated with better brain function in old age.Credit: Shutterstock Another recommended product to purchase is 2-ounce bags of walnuts. Nuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids of plant origin. As we have mentioned, omega-3 is a key nutrient for cardiovascular health and a source of good quality energy and has a satiating effect that reduces appetite between meals. Recently, the FDA included nuts among “healthy” foods. The recommended amount of nuts per day is 30 grams, they can be eaten as a snack, added to salads, desserts, oatmeal, yogurt and sauces. frozen berries Berries are rich in plant chemical compounds. beneficial that may offer protection against DNA damage.Credit: Shutterstock Frozen berries in a 20-ounce presentation for $3, it is one of the most expensive he found, although he admits that it is one of the best deals. Blueberries and strawberries are the anti-inflammatory ingredient packed with antioxidants, which are effective in preventing cardiovascular diseases and hypertension. Berries can be added to smoothies, yogurt, overnight oats, desserts and jellies. Keep reading:

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