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Thursday, 18 August 2022

The Pros and Cons of Apps in Your Personal Life

There was a time when the only app you needed was a calculator. But now, our phones are packed with apps to help us with everything from booking flights to tracking our fitness goals. With so many options available, it can be hard to decide which apps are worth downloading. In this blog post, we will explore the pros and cons of using apps in your personal life. We'll discuss how they can make our lives easier, as well as some of the potential dangers of over-reliance on them. So, whether you're considering downloading your first app or you're already a seasoned pro, read on for an overview of the pros and cons of using apps!

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Make Your Life More Efficient and Organized

There's no denying that apps can make our lives more efficient and organized. Want to book a last-minute hotel room? There's an app for that. Need to remember to pick up milk on the way home? Set a reminder in your favorite task manager app.  Apps can help us track our goals, stay on top of our schedules, and even find new friends with similar interests. In short, they make it easy for us to get things done - and that's definitely a pro.

Too Much Organization

However, there is such a thing as too much organization. If you find yourself spending more time managing your apps than actually using them, it might be time to take a step back. Remember, the goal is to make your life easier - not harder!

Learning and Growth

Additionally, some people argue that apps can make us more reliant on technology and less capable of doing things on our own. While it's true that apps can automate certain tasks, they can also teach us new skills and help us become more independent. For example, there are now app-based meditation programs that can help beginners learn how to meditate without the need for a personal teacher. So, while there is a potential downside to over-reliance on apps, there is also an upside to using them as tools for learning and growth.

Declutter Distractions and Stress

Are you trying to declutter your life and get rid of unnecessary distractions? Then you might want to consider ditching some of your less essential apps. There is software that can help with the decluttering process by identifying which apps you use the most and which ones you can live without. But before you do, take a moment to consider how they've helped you in the past and whether there are any other ways you could achieve the same goal without them. Review the pros and cons of each app to make an informed decision about whether or not it's worth keeping. Do you find that apps make your life more stressful? If so, it might be worth taking a break from them for a while. See if you can go a week without using any apps or even just delete the ones that cause you the most anxiety. You might be surprised at how much better you feel!

Increased Productivity

If you find that you can't get anything done without your apps, it might be time to take a closer look at how you're using them. Are they really helping you be more productive, or are they just distractions masquerading as productivity boosters? There's no right or wrong answer here - it's all about finding what works for you. If you feel like you need your apps to stay on top of your responsibilities, then, by all means, keep using them! But if you find that they're just getting in the way, it might be time to cut back.

Connect With Loved Ones

In our fast-paced, constantly-connected world, it can be easy to lose touch with the people we care about. But luckily, there are apps to help with that! Whether you're looking for a way to stay in touch with distant family members or you want to connect with old friends, there's an app that can help. There are also apps that can help you meet new people and make new friends. So if you're feeling lonely, don't hesitate to reach out and connect with someone using one of these apps. Just remember to be cautious when meeting strangers - always meet in public places and let someone know where you'll be beforehand.

Safety

Of course, there are also some safety concerns to keep in mind when using apps. Remember to only download apps from trusted sources, and be careful about sharing personal information with strangers. Additionally, it's important to keep your app passwords safe and secure - never reuse passwords or store them in an insecure location. Malware and viruses are a real threat, so it's important to take steps to protect yourself.

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All in all, apps can be great tools to help us achieve our goals and improve our lives. But like anything else, they should be used in moderation. And always remember to stay safe!







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Wednesday, 17 August 2022

Penhaligons Advent Calendar 2022

My obsession with Penhaligons started with Regent Street here in London, the store that captures your attention with the most wonderful of scents being pumped out into the street. It was this that caught my attention and the random purchase of Sartorial for the mister, a fragrance he still happens to adore.  If Penhaligons is a brand you are a fan of, want to get to know, then their Advent Calendar, which as in previous years, is just superb for 2022.
Penhaligons Advent Calendar 2022
As with previous years, the 2022 Penhaligons Advent Calendar is shaped like one of their bottles but decorated very much in a festive tradition with the added bonus of a circus style set up as it is aptly titled 'The Greatest Show in the North Pole' and it is delivered inside a red Santa sack.
Penhaligons Advent Calendar 2022


Inside the Advent Calendar is a whole host of what Penhaligons as a brand has to offer, from fragrances and body care to candles and hand creams.

Launching in September, the price will remain at £375 and can be found via both Penhaligons and Selfridges.

Contents

  • The Favourite 10ml​
  • Quercus 5ml​
  • Luna 30g soap​
  • Comoros Pearl 35g ​
  • Halfeti 10ml​
  • Endymion 5ml ​
  • Lord George 10ml​
  • The Favourite Hand Cream 10ml​
  • Juniper Sling 5ml​
  • Christmas Charm​
  • Maduro Leaf 35g​
  • Constantinople 10ml​
  • Elisabethan Rose 5ml​
  • Luna Body Hand Lotion 30ml​
  • Duchess Rose 10ml​
  • Halfeti Cedar 5ml​
  • Babylon 10ml​
  • Roanoke Ivy 35g​
  • Halfeti 30g soap ​
  • Blenheim Bouquet 5ml​
  • Luna 10ml​
  • Halfeti Body Hand Wash 30ml​
  • Empressa 10ml​
  • Maduro Leaf 65g
Again, this is an impressive list of what Penhaligons has to offer and if it is a brand you have always wanted to try, then this is a really good way to do just that, I am delighted to see Lord George feature again because it is just delightful.

This Advent Calendar from Penhaligons will launch in September, the price will remain at £375 and can be found via both Penhaligons and Selfridges.



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Benefit Cosmetics Sincerely Yours, Beauty Advent Calendar 2022

Over the years, Benefit Cosmetics have had some memorable Beauty Advent Calendars, remember the one which sang a song - Girl O'Clock Rock?  Well this year, the Advent Calendar is called Benefit Sincerely Yours and it is on sale right now.
Benefit Sincerely Yours, Beauty Advent Calendar 2022
Sincerely Yours is priced at £59.50 and inside there is 12 Benefit Cosmetic products from brow top-sellers, mascaras, pore primers and even face powders.
Deliver your best gift yet with this can't-miss advent calendar set! Jam-packed with 12 of Benefit’s top-sellers in pocket-friendly mini & fun sizes, it will have you looking gorgeous all holiday long (and beyond!). Open one pretty present a day to uncover your beloved beauty besties and find new faves. 
This year's Advent Calendar also comes in a one-of-a kind keepsake box!  If you don't want to know what is inside then scroll down no further because the contents have been revealed!

Instead you can get this Advent Calendar from Benefit Cosmetics, Escentual and John Lewis where it is on sale for £59.50.

Contents:

  • Benefit they’re Real! Lengthening Mascara 3g – Jet Black
  • Benefit they’re Real! Magnet Powerful Lifting & Lengthening Mascara 3g
  • Benefit Roller Lash – Super Curling & Lifting Mascara 3g – Black
  • Benefit BADgal BANG! Mascara 3g – Pitch Black
  • Benefit 24-Hr Brow Setter 2ml
  • Benefit Hoola Bronzing Powder 2.5g
  • Benefit Dandelion – Brightening Blush and Face Powder 2.5g
  • Benefit The POREfessional Pore Primer 7.5ml
  • Benefit Gimme Brow+ Volumising Eyebrow Gel 1.5g – Shade 3
  • Benefit Precisely, My Brow Pencil 0.04g – Shade 4
  • Benefit Roller Liner Liquid Eyeliner 0.5ml – Black
You can find this Benefit Cosmetics Yours Sincerely Advent Calendar from Benefit CosmeticsEscentual and John Lewis where it is on sale for £59.50.





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Athletia Tuning Aroma Mist Refresh & Restart

I have become obsessed with the brand I am sharing with you today - Athletia. If you haven't come across them, they describe themselves as being the latest Japanese skincare and lifestyle brand who focus on natural ingredients, harness the power of botanical extracts and essential oils all of which benefit the skin, body and mind.
Athletia Tuning Aroma Mist Rock It
Althetia has an incredible list of products within their catalogue from skincare and body care to hair care and room mists and I have 4 products to share and the first product I am sharing is the Athletia Tuning Aroma Mist Refresh and Restart and as mists go, well it is so good I have ordered a second bottle.

"A fresh face & body spritz for an instant recharge of hydration", that is how Athletia describes this Mist and it has been designed to be used on both the face and body. This mist is perfect for that post-workout, to finesse your makeup, an afternoon boost or in my case a refresher in this incredible heat we have been enjoying of late plus you can also use it to finesse your makeup. 

For me, a face mist is one of those must-have items, I work my way through quite a few every year, and as well as having one in my handbag, I also have one in the bedroom, bathroom and at work in my desk drawer.  There is something about that mid-afternoon spritz that I really enjoy.
Athletia Tuning Aroma Mist Rock It
Featuring the key fragrance ingredients of Peppermint, bergamot, lavender, eucalyptus and cedarwood and they feature alongside Athletia's  signature natural ingredients: Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract which helps to condition the skin, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf extract which is an antioxidant that also hosts soothing properties, Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake) which helps moderate your skin's natural functions, balance your PH levels and replenish your skin's moisture. 

On a first spritz, the Peppermint and Lavender fill the air and on the skin, rather than soaking it through, there is a really light mist that is immediately refreshing and, in the stifling heat, it helps to banish the sweats and bring your temperature down, especially if you keep it in the fridge.

Priced at £28, this mist is worth every single penny and in coming weeks, I will be sharing three more products from the Althetia range!









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