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Author: Margit Rüdiger

CultureAndCream Author from Munich To travel during my profession as a beauty journalist was never enough for my. Also my six month on a world trip didn't do it. It always attracts me to other cities, foreign countries, on roadtrips and places I don't know yet. But I am not only interested in "culture" and "cream", I am also fascinated by people who have stories to tell .  Such unique experiences I want to share with you.

Tested for you: Lip care for volume “The Tinted Lip Volumizer” by La Mer

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Lip care for volume and iridescent shine. Women with thinner lips in particular often want a slightly fuller mouth – without filler from a syringe at the beauty doc. The delicate skin of the lips should also be soft and supple. In short: a youthful look. Found a new lip care: Although I am quite happy with my mouth and an avid user of matte lipsticks, I like it when my lips have a soft shimmer and are plumped up with moisture for a change. Then I use the new “Lip Volumizer” from La Mer. My favorite colors are Coral and Berry. But there are two other great shades in Sheer Glow and Sheer Pink. This lip care for volume combines the nourishing power of a serum with the silky shine of a lip oil. Nourishing oils of sesame, olive and coconut as well as shea butter provide moisture and give the perfect glazed lip look with a fresh hint of color. Lip care with the „Miracle Broth“ Not to forget, the four Lip Volumizers also contain the heart of La Mer cosmetics. It is the power of Miracle Broth. It was invented by the father of the brand, an aerospace physicist Dr. Max Huber, over fifty years ago. After a laboratory accident, he set out in search of a suitable “cure”. Twelve years and 6,000 experiments later, the Miracle Broth, the legendary elixir, was born. He used the power of the sea, i.e. certain algae, to give the skin a more irritation-resistant skin barrier and a balanced complexion. Miracle Broth promotes the skin’s natural energy and stimulates active repair. Does not stick and cools slightly The lip care is applied using the cushion-shaped applicator. Its slightly twisted transparent handle sits comfortably in the hand. The fact that it is inspired by seaweed only becomes clear to me at second glance with a lot of imagination. An extremely positive aspect of the volumizer is that it is not sticky. It leaves a pleasant cushiony feeling on the lips with a slightly cooling effect. I like to use it on its own or over a lipstick to enhance the shine. You can also use it as a primer before applying color. “The Tinted Lip Volumizer” by La Mer, four shades, US$ 90 Photos: La Mer… weiterlesen

Tested for you: UV protection “Daily Defense Face Mousse SPF 50 from Evy

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UV protection in winter? I only need it when skiing or in the mountains. I hear that all the time. But it’s wrong. Because even if the tanning UVB rays have little effect in the winter months, the skin needs protection to prevent premature ageing. We are constantly exposed to UVA light. These deep-penetrating rays even penetrate glass. They reach us in closed rooms and also behind the windshield of our car. This radiation reaches so deep into the skin layers that it is the cause of pigmentation spots and wrinkles. It also causes a loss of elasticity because collagen is broken down more quickly. And this happens regardless of whether the sun is shining outside or not. Dermatologists agree that more than 90 percent of the symptoms of skin ageing are caused by UV radiation. UV protection in winter Now you might think that it is enough to use a day cream and make-up with an uv protection factor in the cold season. This is also wrong. In winter it simply has to be a little more. The difference between a real sun protection product and a day cream with SPF is that the day cream was simply not designed as sun protection, but primarily pursues other goals such as moisturizing the skin, for example. This is why such a cream often does not offer sufficient sun protection, especially against the deep-penetrating UVA rays. Incidentally, protection against UVA rays is measured in relation to the SPF value. If you want to achieve comprehensive UVA protection for your skin, you should use a classified sunscreen. UV protection mousse with SPF 50 There are several good reasons why I chose the “Daily Defense Face Mousse SPF 50”, especially in the winter months: The mousse has a pleasant texture. It comes out of the dispenser fluffy and compact, i.e. not runny. I don’t like it when a product runs through my fingers. The airy foam spreads smoothly over the face and has an intensive moisturizing effect on the skin. The complexion is beautifully matt afterwards and doesn’t look greasy – very important! The UV protection mousse is quickly absorbed and acts like a primer. The skin not only receives the highest possible UVA protection according to the Boots Star Rating Test and PA+ Test, but is also protected against HEV/blue light. This is not only found in the natural light spectrum, but is also emitted by screens.… weiterlesen

Wedding: Make Clear Arrangements With The DJ

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A wedding before the start of summer is a dream for many couples. According to statistics, May and June are particularly popular with bridal couples. Not only is the month of love symbolic for the future marriage. Warm temperatures and a relatively low risk of precipitation make it possible to plan the celebration outdoors. Above all, the bride can dress exactly as she has dreamed of. Word has got around that the location and all important service providers such as caterers, florists and photographers should be booked as many months in advance as possible. What is often neglected is a precise briefing of the DJ… A wedding DJ can contribute significantly to the perfection of a wedding celebration, but the key to this is clear agreements. Through precise communication, you can ensure that your musical preferences, wishes and expectations are met. Important details such as a top 20 song wish list from the bride and groom, how to handle music requests from guests, planned schedule changes and responsibilities for technical aspects should be clarified in advance. Wedding DJ Steffen Vocke, provides valuable tips on how to make your celebration an unforgettable experience for you and your guests through effective coordination. Wedding celebration: The importance of precise communication Not only the wedding and saying “I will”, but also the celebration afterwards is an unforgettable moment that is influenced by many factors. One of these is undoubtedly the musical accompaniment. A wedding DJ can significantly shape the atmosphere. But how do you achieve musical perfection? The key lies in very clear agreements. Precise communication with the DJ is essential to ensure that all musical ideas and expectations are met on the big day. You should take the time to discuss important details in advance. These include not only your own personal favorite songs, but also how to handle music requests from guests, planned schedule changes and the clear definition of responsibilities for technical aspects. An experienced wedding DJ as a partner Steffen Vocke, a renowned wedding DJ, not only has a great passion for music, but also a wealth of experience. His tips focus on how the musical design of a wedding celebration can be perfected through effective coordination. His many years of experience enable him to cater to individual wishes and create a tailor-made musical backdrop that reflects the couple’s personality and style. Top 20 song wish list and guest requests Creating a detailed top 20 wish list is an essential part of clear arrangements.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: „Night Body Serum“ from Moroccanoil

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A body serum for the night is a different, promising approach to body skin care. This is far too often criminally neglected. However, just like the face, important repair and regeneration processes take place here while we sleep. The regenerating night body serum from Moroccanoil supplies the cells with highly effective ingredients: A combination of argan and tsubaki oil is rich in antioxidants that prevent loss of firmness and moisture in the tissue. Tulsi (holy basil) extract protects against damaging environmental factors, and vitamin C ester not only has a smoothing and strengthening effect on the skin, but also gives it a more radiant and therefore more youthful appearance. II first read the reviews about the night body serum on the Internet, which I take the time to do in advance for the sake of interest with most products, even if you have to make compromises in terms of authenticity. For example, the following is written about the body serum: “Sensational, I am now 56 and the first wrinkles are appearing. The serum has plumped up my skin again. I have now reordered it again. I wouldn’t want to be without it.” Another user from Italy commented: “Mi piace moltissimo, ha un profumo delicato, si assorbe molto bene e lascia la pelle morbidissima.” (“I like it very much, it has a delicate fragrance, is absorbed very well and leaves the skin very soft.”). I can’t find any negative comments. I’m curious to see what my verdict will be. A body serum like liquid gold However, the serum only looks like liquid gold in the tinted bottle. It flows out of the dispenser in a transparent and pleasantly sluggish way so that it doesn’t run through your fingers straight away. I breathe in the scent. Incredibly delicious, like a tempting dessert. This alone makes me look forward to my new skincare ritual every evening. Before going to bed, I apply a thin layer to the body. I concentrate mainly on the legs and arms, which are particularly happy about a more youthful appearance. To stimulate circulation, I massage the smooth serum into the skin in gentle upward movements. It is actually absorbed very quickly without leaving an oily film on the surface. So you don’t have to worry about leaving any traces on your bed linen. The skin feels wonderfully velvety-soft and nourished afterwards – even the next morning. I find it difficult to judge whether the skin is actually firmer after several weeks of use, even from a purely visual perspective.… weiterlesen

Set-Jetting: Travel To The Most Popular Places Where Films Have Been Shot

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Set-jetting is the latest travel trend triggered by the popularity of streaming platforms and the rise of binge watching over the past few years. It highlights the places where films have been shoT. the team at BonusInsider was curious to find out where the most anticipated films and TV series of 2024 had been filmed. An example for set-Jetting: “Star Wars” fans are instantly reminded of the abandoned set of the Mos Espa spaceport, a fictional city from “The Phantom Menace” and “Episode II Attack of the Clones”. The city was built specifically for those two films and although it is in the heart of the Tunisian desert, it is extremely popular among tourists and fans of the sci-fi saga. Visiting the filming locations of iconic movies isn’t new but set-jetting has exploded in the past year and is likely to shape the travel industry in 2024 and beyond. Having our own guilty pleasures (Bridgerton, of course). BonusInsider compiled a list of fifteen new and upcoming titles and identified their filming locations to come up with a handy guide to the best set-jetting destinations for 2024. The Top 10 Set-Jetting Destinations to Visit in 2024 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The first entry on this list is Australia’s largest city, Sydney, which has plenty of famous tourist sites such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Of course, the peak summer season from December to February is not recommended; a better time to visit would be March through May and from September to November. Movie enthusiasts know well that the city has been one of the popular filming locations for Hollywood productions because of its striking cityscapes and unique areas that surround it. One of the productions filmed here is the upcoming David Leitch film “The Fall Guy”, which stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. The action comedy used several filming locations across the city, including the pedestrian zone Martin Place, the Sydney Opera House, and the suburb of Kurnell. Some of the scenes were also shot at the Disney Studios, Moore Park in Sydney. One of the most anticipated premieres of 2024, “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”, starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth, was shot entirely in the state of New South Wales, including its capital Sydney. Along with Kurnell, the other suburb that served as a set to the movie, was Melrose Park. The main filming locations, however, were all over the Australian outback such as the frontier mining town of Broken Hill, and the village of Silverton.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: “Vit C + Biobotox Serum” from Doc.Berger

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Biobotox in combination with vitamin C sounds interesting. After all, both are helpers against premature ageing of the skin. The latter is not only known as an effective antioxidant that protects the skin from the “evil” free radicals. This is because these can accelerate the ageing process. Vitamin C is partly responsible for the firmness and elasticity of the skin. By stimulating collagen production. Ultimately, this helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Not to forget: The vitamin has a brightening effect. It has the ability to reduce hyperpigmentation and age spots and brightens the complexion. Biobotox instead of botulinum toxin? Biobotox is being hyped as a competitor to Botox therapy in anti-ageing care. But there is no comparison. While botulinum toxin specifically blocks the muscles and paralyzes them for a certain period of time, Biobotox primarily has a relaxing effect on the surface of the skin. The substance is a plant-based active ingredient such as spilanthol from paracress or argireline, an organic chemical compound consisting of six amino acids, which is why it is also known as a hexapeptide. Argireline is also known as “Notox” and is injected as deeply as possible into the skin using microneedling. However, you should never expect the effects of a Botox injection. But for those who are injection-phobic, it is a soft alternative to at least counteract fine expression lines. But that’s not all. The biobotox power serum also contains other highly effective anti-ageing substances. The first is ferulic acid, which has a similar effect to vitamin C (3-O-Vit.C). The two are a powerful duo that activates collagen production. Ferulic acid is an organic compound found in various plants, e.g. stinkash, dill, rice or sweet grasses such as wheat or barley. Purslane is also an active ingredient of plant origin. In German it is also known as purslane extract. In anti-ageing skincare, it is said to have pore-refining, rejuvenating, moisturizing and soothing properties. But more importantly: Purslane is an innovative time-control molecule that protects the telomeres, i.e. the caps of the chromosomes, and thus ensures the longevity of the cells. My test The “Vit C + Biobotox Serum” comes in a brown pipette bottle. This makes sense because vitamin C is extremely sensitive to heat and light. The liquid is also brown. Which I like less because I find the color very uncosmetic. But that is purely a subjective preference. I like the slightly musty smell even less.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Facial cleansing mask “Purifying Mask” by Royal Fern

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Time for a mask, now. Once a week it can be a little more. It’s mask time for me and my skin as a supplement to my daily skincare routine. I feel like a little extra care, my skin needs it. I prefer to leave the face mask on while I take a warm bath. It’s so wonderfully relaxing after a long, tiring day. Gel mask: blue first, then transparent This week I chose the brand new “Purifying Mask” from Royal Fern . It’s a gel mask that cleanses the skin and refines its surface. The gel comes out of a bluish transparent tube, which is also blue with a slight hint of gray. But don’t worry, you won’t turn into a blue smurf. Applied to the skin in a thin layer, the texture of the gel is transparent. It goes without saying that the face must be cleansed beforehand and the skin must be dry. The gel is super light on the skin. Nothing sticks. After about 15 minutes, I have the feeling that the product starts to tighten slightly on the skin. It doesn’t feel uncomfortable at all, but I think the application time is enough for me. Between 10 and 20 minutes is recommended. So I remove the gel with a damp cloth. Tip: The thinner the layer you have applied, the easier it is to wash the gel off. Clear, radiant skin Afterwards, my skin is remarkably radiant. It looks nourished and well moisturized. This is not always the case with cleansing masks, as they often leave an unpleasant feeling of tightness afterwards. A sign that the skin has dried out. The Royal Fern cleansing mask is completely different. The gel owes this care benefit to a mixture of natural extracts and skin-caring nutrients. Tranexam acid lightens and minimizes pigmentation spots, which are often caused by pimples and acne. White willow bark is a natural alternative to salicylic acid, a chemical substance. It acts as a gentle exfoliant, refining pores, fighting impurities and smoothing the skin’s surface. Niacinamide helps to regulate sebum production. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and can therefore reduce redness. As in all Royal Fern products from the Munich dermatologist Dr. Timm Golüke, it also contains a patented complex whose main properties are antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. I give full marks for a mask that cleanses my skin and leaves it radiant at the same time.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Skin-friendly UV protection “Sun Emulsion SPF 50” from Skinome

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Skin-friendly UV protection is essential to keep the skin young and healthy. However, organic chemical filters in particular can do more harm than good and trigger allergies, especially in sensitive people. If they also contain fragrances and preservatives, they add to the problem. The Swedish Beauty-Brand Skinome s committed to being “skin-friendly”, even when it comes to sun care. For more than 10 years, brand founder Dr. Johanna Gillbro, an experimental and clinical dermatologist, has been researching healthy stimulants for intact skin flora. Her microbiome-friendly active care made from freshly manufactured products is based on her own specially developed laboratory formulations. Skin-friendly UV protection protects the microbiome In March 2024, the Sun Emulsion SPF50+ skincare product based on the latest research will be launched. The skin-friendly UV protection is based on Skinome’s concept of fresh, microbiome-friendly and unscented skincare without unnecessary additives and preservatives so as not to disrupt the skin’s own microbiome. The emulsion is designed to reduce the risk of UV-induced signs of ageing such as wrinkles, pigmentation spots and broken veins. I was allowed to test it in advance. “It is above all the UV filters that make the product unique. With our combination of the best and safest mineral and organic UV filters, you benefit from the advantages of both filter types, resulting in safe and secure sun protection that is also pleasant and comfortable to use,” explains Ulf Åkerström, Chief Innovation Officer at Skinome and one of Sweden’s leading sun protection experts. Skin-friendly UV protection protects the environment Skinome uses these innovative large molecule organic filters that are non-hormonally active while providing photostable and balanced UVA and UVB protection. The mineral filters and the latest and most advanced organic UV filters have better environmental properties to minimize the impact of the product on the environment. I like the minimalist concept of Skinome and the clever dispenser. No fiddly opening of the tube or jar. With a single twist of the cap, the dispenser nozzle is “on” and it is just as easy to close again. The texture is extremely light for a sun cream and is beautifully matt on the skin. I use it as my only day cream because it contains sufficient moisturizing ingredients such as lecithin, urea and ceramides. As long as my skin is not yet tinted by the sun, I mix in my favorite tanning drops from Oskia London – and the sunkissed look is complete.… weiterlesen

Has Reliability Become Uncool?

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Reliability has always been important to me. It’s just the way I was brought up – what you promise, you have to keep. Typically German, say the Italians in the country where I now live most of the year. If I promise someone that I’ll be there on a certain day at a certain time, I’m usually there a little earlier. If I don’t want to do something, I say so. If I really can’t keep an appointment for good reason, I let them know in good time. But I have the feeling that reliability is now out of fashion, a relic of outdated parenting methods and even evidence of philistinism. Simply uncool! Reliability? Not a chance! I experience it again and again and more and more often. liability is no longer in vogue. Appointments are made but not kept. Is it just me, I sometimes ask myself. Or have you experienced this too? There’s the friend who, even before Corona, always promised to visit me in the countryside for a walk with our dogs. First Corona was a good excuse, then the Pilates course came in between, the sick uncle and so on. Appointments were made and then canceled – usually on the day of the appointment – or not at all. Nevertheless, a promise was always made for the next weekend (“but then I’ll definitely come”), which was never kept. With certain people, I no longer respond to such declarations of intent. But this lack of reliability is not limited to the private sphere. Take the restaurant at Wörthsee in Upper Bavaria, for example, where I had booked a table and left my name and telephone number. When we stood in front of the door that evening, the restaurant was closed – for whatever reason. But nobody had thought it necessary to let me know. A headache or a new lover Or the other friend with whom I made a firm appointment for a dog walk at her suggestion. She canceled two hours beforehand with a headache because the weather had changed. However, she had already warned me the evening before that if it rained, she would be a wimp and wouldn’t come. I could have guessed that. Another example for a lack of reliability: A colleague had arranged to go shopping together. She simply didn’t show up on the agreed morning and, when I asked her, claimed that it hadn’t been arranged.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Miracle pants “Lymph O Fit” by Vera Meyer

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The miracle pants were widely advertised online. This aroused my curiosity because the trousers are supposed to act like a kind of lymphatic drainage. And I could really use that after my hip operation. The miracle of the pants, which look like normal leggings, is the nubs on the inside. The nubs inside the miracle pants are so fine that you can’t see any of them on the outside of the elastic material. But with every step and even more so with every sporting activity, these nubs become active. They move the layers of tissue between each other. In this way, they have a positive effect on lymph congestion, varicose veins, spider veins, cellulite, lymphoedema, lipoedema and weak venous valves. A kind of compression with a simultaneous massage takes place. Miracle pants for more beautiful and healthier legs The pants are easy to put on and take off. No hard work like with fitted compression pants. They are 100% breathable and fit perfectly. You can wear them on their own or as a supplement. Now in winter I use them to wear underneath my regular trousers. It is important that the miracle pants fit comfortably and not too tightly, because it is not about maximum pressure. On the contrary. The pimples need space to work optimally. So make sure you order the right size. The pants must go well over the abdominal center of gravity. This is where most of the lymph nodes and lymph channels are located, between the navel and pubic bone. This is why this area is also known as the watershed and the inguinal nodes. Correct measurement The lymph nodes and the pathways in the hollow of the knee are drained up to the ankles when the wonder pants are worn. This creates a suction effect that stimulates lymph flow throughout the body. To guarantee the optimum fit, it is best to measure three circumferences on the body. 1. waist – belly button height, 2. hips – belly button height and 3. the thickest part of the thigh. Always measure a little tight. If you are between two sizes, it is better to order the larger size. I wear M and ordered L – in my favorite pattern Leo, by the way. But they are also available in a single color. The wonder pants fit perfectly and don’t restrict me – neither in everyday life nor during sports.… weiterlesen