F-Secure SAFE and F-Secure Buddy Review & Competition

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Frostie

Security is important, especially online. It is important to keep safe, so we reviewed two products from F-Secure that keep you safer. We are also giving away a free F-Secure Buddy. Details below. F-Secure SAFE (1 year, 5 devices) £59.99

F-Secure SAFE is F-Secure’s multi-device internet security service – covering PC, Mac, smartphones and tablets on up to five devices.

It offers ideal protection for the whole family with parental control, allowing parents to safely secure the devices before giving it to their children.

The key benefits of F-Secure SAFE are:
· Parental controls: The parental control functions enables parents to keep their children safe by allowing them to control what type of online content is accessible. They can also set ‘homework time’ which restricts internet access to educational sites during set times.
· Anti-virus: Detect and remove any malicious software that may have reached the device, including trojans, viruses and spyware.
· Banking protection: Gives added security for online banking in a more visible and tangible way.
· Safe browser: Blocks any known malicious websites, such as phishing websites. It also helps with online banking and parental control.
· Safe contacts: Call and text message filtering to block unwanted or nuisance calls and texts. Simply add numbers to the block list.
· Anti- theft: Remotely lock or wipe data from the phone in the event of loss or theft. It allows the user to locate the phone through an easy-to-use personal portal.

F-Secure SAFE anti-virus technology has won the Best Protection award from the independent test house AV-Test.org in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. It was also given the Best Security Award at the UK Internet Industry Awards 2015.

We were very impressed with F-Secure SAFE. It’s protection is outstanding. It is a diverse product that protects your computer, tablet or phone (or all of them). The list of stuff it does is above, and we are just incredibly impressed. Highly recommended.

F-Secure Buddy (£34.99)

F-Secure Buddy is a small, durable mobile phone accessory that helps people track items they need to keep on hand. The device’s small size and award-winning design makes it easy to attach to items like keys, bags and mobile phones. People activate F-Secure Buddy simply by pushing a button and pairing it with a Bluetooth capable iOS or Android device. Once the devices are paired, both will emit a loud signal if they move out of range of one another. This prevents people from leaving objects lying around, or thieves from grabbing these items and running off with them.

People can also use the free F-Secure Buddy app to request Buddy’s location, create circles of contacts to share locations and send messages. This gives Buddy “panic button” capabilities that allow the sharing of alarms and location information with other people. In addition, the Android app can also monitor physical activity, such as the number of steps taken or distance travelled.

Another great product from F-Secure: this is just brilliant. Small and durable, it is easy to attach and works via bluetooth. We think it is a brilliant invention. Smart and accessible, both F-Secure products are great Christmas presents. Only 98 days to go!

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Our Watch Shop Favourites

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Sarah Bacchus

The Watchshop.com has just launched its latest collection and we attended the preview last week. So here are Our Watch Shop Favourites that might inspire you for your Christmas shopping. Yes I did just utter those terrifying 2 little words. We have just 93 days till we all unwrap our loved ones little treasures. We find that giving amazing gifts is better than receiving them. Well I do, and I love to purchase what’s hot and happening on the arm candy front.

I will be putting together a little Christmas gift guide very soon so make sure you check in closer to Christmas for that. For now these little beauties stood out and said, “Hey look at me…You know who would love to wear me on Christmas day!”
Here is one of the stratford watches. This one would be perfect for the man in your life that loves traditional styling or retro cool. Its very hipster and would easily look utterly fabulous worn by a fashionista like myself. Just think ripped black skinny jeans, oversized mans crisp white shirt and a pair vibrant orange heels to bring out the glorious teal face and rose gold trim. The price tag for this (now my personal favourite) Is a joyful £89.95 and they come in a few different colours.

This Armani exchange Serena watch is the perfect match for multiple outfits. So this would be a great purchase if you love to change up your look. Or if your unsure what colour watch face to treat someone to. At just £132 its a real steal for a drop of designer style.

This Stunning Guess sunrise watch is so beautifully crafted and it had me so excited when I first caught sight of it. This is a real statement watch for those trend setters that love a touch of tradition. With the crocodile skin design these roman numerals really pop out. Its priced at £189.99 and I think its worth every penny. To open this on Christmas day would be a really breathtaking moment.

This Guess ladies sparkling pink watch priced at £129.99 is in aid of Get in Touch Foundation. All the profits from this sale of this pretty number benefit the fight against breast cancer. With its pretty rose gold and crystal design we can see this being a really popular piece for this Christmas.
Juicy Couture have outdone themselves with this amazing daydreamer watch. If you want a pop of colour to add that touch of fun then this is the watch for you. The floral design make this the ideal gift for those girly girls. Someone that loves their floral dresses and feminine touches. Its priced at a very reasonable £95.00. The perfect understated, statement item.

Then we have this stunning Orla Kiely ladies Patricia watch. The perfect gift for (I think) any girl. Its pretty, cute a little retro but with a modern twist. Its priced at an incredible £79.95. For a little bit of eclectic cool I think thats one very desirable gift idea. The colour of the beige leather strap really enhance the watch face. What an ideal watch to wear with an all black ensemble. Or for those ladies that only ever wear black, this is a great addition to add a little subtle colour to their wardrobe. It would lift any outfit and bring it up to date.

Then lastly the Mondaine Swiss Railway clock. This is a must for any London household. Its on my loft apartment wish list. Imagine it sitting against an exposed brick wall or a crisp white wall in any kitchen, lounge, living room or even bedroom. Classic London living at its height of sophistication. This statement clock is priced at £285. Place it in a prime location to really show this time piece off to its best.

There you have it, the first of my Christmas gift ideas list! For more gift ideas or if you just want to update your accessories then pop over to the Watch Shops website HERE.

Nip over to www.slbstyle.com for more fashion, lifestyle, and beauty advice! See you all again very soon!

Hyalual® … Could This Be The Breakthrough In Anti-aging Therapy?

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Corinne Tuddenham-Finn

Skincare is my thing.

Forever on the lookout for the best beauty products, they must be effective, easy to use, smell good, give me a glowing complexion and an English Rose peachiness. It’s not too much to ask…

But it’s a skincare minefield out there. Which brand do you choose?

Spoilt for choice, it’s a wonder we ever manage to buy any at all!

I’ve been desperate to try the flagship skincare range from HyaLual® since rumours of its existence began to circulate, and during my recent trip to London Fashion Week, have been extravagantly spritzing myself with the products courtesy of my lovely friend, celebrity hairdresser, Steven Smith, an ambassador of the products.

It became apparent that the consistency of the products had a soothing, healing and moisturising effect on my skin with an uplifting quality that improved my mood, making it a welcome addition to the weekend’s beauty routine.

Since our lives are more hectic than ever and time is increasingly precious, urban life stresses our skin – the delicate barrier, and if you want to influence its internal structure and improve the outward appearance, you have to nourish it.

I fell in love with the pinnacle of the HyaLual® brand, the Daily DeLux…

Most of us tend to be guilty of taking the easy option when it comes to looking after our skin – we want a one-stop product that works for the day and night. By day, our skin is bombarded by the environment, attacked by sunlight, pollution and central heating, so we need a product that will protect and hydrate it, providing a barrier that will lock in moisture – but night-time is when our complexion gets to work repairing itself, we need a product that will give our skin the best chance to restore itself.

Institute HyaLual® Switzerland

is an Institute, operating in the field of

anti-age therapy
skin rejuvenation
correction
skin renovation

HyaLual®’s pioneering research into the importance to maintaining moisture levels in the skin was pivotal in the development of their Natural Melt Water.

Aqualual® – is a unique cosmetic spray based on the

combination of melt water and hyaluronic acid.

Melt water has a biocompatible structure close to

cellular liquids and is able to hydrate

epidermis cells immediately.

Hyaluronic acid helps to keep natural moisture

into the skin cells.

WOW Mask – is the professional aqua gel mask for immediate visible results of skin restoration. It is based on an innovative technology and components to ensure that you feel and look younger after the very first use.

Benefits:

– Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

– Delivers 200% more hydration to the skin (vs other collagen-based moisturizing treatments)

– Helps your skin to feel smooth

– Improves the feeling of skin elasticity

WOW Mask contains Argireline, RMCP-complex, collagen matrix enriched with peptides, vegetable cell extracts.

HyaLual® Safe Sun Protection Face and Body Spray SPF 15 is an easy-applyable spray sunscreen.

This light to the touch spray should be used on exposed, facial/décolleté, body areas.

Benefits:

Protects your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays with an SPF15 protection.
Suitable for all skin types.
For use on both the face and body.

Directions:

Apply in the morning to complete your anti-ageing skincare regime or as directed by your aesthetic professional.
Spray and then gently massage until absorbed ensuring complete coverage of the exposed, non-facial/décolleté, body areas.
Water resistant reapply every 2-3 hours during periods of high sun exposure.

HyaLual® elevates premium skincare to a whole new level, redefining the luxury skincare market.

With luxurious formulas working together to give your skin a chance of a new beginning… things are set to change.

Institute Hyalual UK – 1 Harley Sreet London W1G 9QD – United Kingdom office: +44 0203 651 1227 – e-mail: info@hyalual.co.uk

www.hyalual.co.uk/en

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Organii : Organic Shea Butter Shower Gel | Beauty

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Frostie

We reviewed Organii : Organic Shea Butter Shower Gel. Organii is not very well known but is an organic brand created by Pravera. The packaging is super cute, fun and stylish. Although it looked a bit like a smoothy and it made me want to drink it. At £5.95 for 300ml it is an affordable price point for something which is organic. It lathers well and becomes a slightly creamy foam. The shower gel comes in six scents, Aloe Vera and Bamboo, Argan, Liquorice, Peach, Shea Butter and Strawberry. We reviewed the Shea butter one.

The gel has a lovely scent and cleanses skin well. It doesn’t dry out the skin or irritate. As well as being organic, the gel is also vegan.

Have you tried the Organii range?

Do Medicines Cost Too Much? By Dr Kathleen Thompson

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Margaret Graham

The UK Cancer Drug Fund, which funds non-NHS cancer treatments, has removed twenty-five drugs off its list recently, to combat a £100 million (and rising) overspend. This highlights a recurring dilemma of modern healthcare.

Medical science is advancing with cosmic speed. Patients with desperate diseases have new hope. Genetic advances allow personalised medicine for enhanced individual benefit.

However, drug costs are becoming frighteningly high, and, as people live longer, health budgets rise further. To be cynical, it was cheaper when people simply didn’t survive.

In response, many governments have attempted to force medicine prices down. Politically a quick win. But what are the consequences?

Let’s examine the drug development process.

First a drug target is chosen – often a protein molecule (receptor) on the surface of some of our cells.

Thousands of chemicals are then screened. If they bind to this receptor, they could influence how that cell works, and hence affect disease activity.

Chemicals which do bind are further narrowed down to those with additional potential drug properties—those likely to be well-absorbed, lack toxicity, and remain in the body long enough to work.

A lead candidate is chosen, and then modified further, optimising its chances of success.

Next, as required by government regulations, it is tested in animals and in the test-tube, for potential safety, effectiveness, and suitable dose.

Finally, clinical trials can begin. Often in healthy volunteers first, then small numbers of patients and finally in many patients. Thousands of people are usually tested before a drug can be marketed, and the size and duration of clinical trials has increased, as regulatory requirements have increased¹.

Consequently, the typical cost of a new drug development is US$350 million according to a recent study by Forbes².

But it’s worse than that—the development path is littered with booby-traps and precipices. Fledgling drugs frequently fail, and the Tufts Centre study found that, even those medicines which make it as far as clinical trials, have only approximately a 12% chance of eventually reaching the market³.

Thus, including the costs of failed developments, the actual cost for each successful drug is nearer US$2.6 billion³, and for many smaller companies, if the roulette wheel isn’t kind, the cost is failure and liquidation.

Pharmaceutical companies are not angels, nor are they demons. To survive, they must make enough profit from their marketed drugs to fund their development pipeline, in addition to returning some profit to shareholders. Long drug-development times, mean they may only have a few years of patent-protection left to achieve this. If governments force prices down, companies sometimes react by reducing development risk – choosing drugs more likely to succeed in preference to innovative but riskier developments for difficult diseases.

A typical drug development takes around ten years – so we won’t see this effect immediately, and when we do, it will be too late – it could take another ten years to correct.

So there’s the problem – health bills cannot continue rising exponentially, but forcing drug prices down has serious consequences too. What to do?

Further Information and References:

1. http://www.phrma.org/sites/default/files/pdf/rd_brochure_022307.pdf

2. http://www.forbes.com/sites/matthewherper/2013/08/11/how-the-staggering-cost-of-inventing-new-drugs-is-shaping-the-future-of-medicine/

3. http://csdd.tufts.edu/files/uploads/Tufts_CSDD_briefing_on_RD_cost_study_-_Nov_18,_2014..pdf

Note: These articles express personal views. No warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of information given and you should always consult a doctor if you need medical advice

A Classic Little Recipe that Popped Over There

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Christian Gott

As the time for long, lazy, Sunday lunch barbecues in the garden looks to be coming to an end, for this year at least, I thought I would publish a couple of recipes to polish up your classic roast to chef like standards. What can be more symbolic of Sunday lunch than the Yorkshire Pudding, the traditional accompaniment alongside roast potatoes, parsnips and spicy, hot English mustard to a hunk of rare roast beef. You can find this most English of dishes cooked around the world, where ever a few expatriates gather together, but I am always surprised to find Yorkshire Puddings, albeit under another name, over in the USA.

Let’s call Yorkshire pudding
A fortunate blunder:
It’s a sort of popover
That turned and popped under.

Ogden Nash

Of the Yorkshire pudding it has been said, it can only successfully be made by someone from that most august county of England. Grand, my mum is from Yorkshire and makes wonderful Yorkies and perhaps the skill is inherited because I am pretty proud of most of my attempts. A Yorkshire Pudding is made from a milk, egg and flour batter, which was originally poured into a tin set under the roasting joint. The pudding cooked in the hot meat fat and absorbed any juices from the roast. A large slice was served to each dinner with meat gravy before the main course. The meat and vegetables then followed, usually served with a parsley or white onion sauce.

In 1747 in ‘ The Art of Cookery made Plain and Easy ‘ by Hannah Glasse, one of the first English, famous female cookery writers, there is a recipe for Yorkshire pudding. This is the first time a batter or dripping pudding is recorded with the name, although a flatter less aerated dish had been cooked for many years previously. Traditionally any left over pudding could be eaten as a dessert with sugar and perhaps orange juice.

The Yorkshire pudding recipe popped over to America ( excuse the pun ) and the first recipe for a Popover is recorded in ‘ Practical Cooking ‘ published in 1876 by M. N. Henderson. Popovers may be served either as a sweet, topped with fruit and whipped cream for breakfast or with afternoon tea, and with roasted meats at lunch and dinner. Popovers tend to be individually baked in muffin tins and often include herbs or garlic in the recipe. Another popular variation replaced some of the flour in the batter mix with pumpkin purée. The name Popover is thought to come from the fact that the cooked batter swells or pops over the top of the baking tin.

In 2008 the Royal Society of Chemistry held a competition, carried out to create a vouch safe Yorkshire Pudding recipe and somewhat arbitrarily decided that a true Yorkshire Pudding cannot be less than four inches tall. They examined the effects of temperature, ingredients and even altitude in the search for perfection. My knowledge of chemistry is limited to an ancient ‘ O ‘ level but quite simply the heat causes the two raising agents, the egg and beaten in air, to expand the batter mix. My tips for success are simple are make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature and get the fat in your baking tray smoking hot. There I have shared the secret and that is because as they say in Yorkshire ‘ I’m a reight gud sooart ‘.

Individual Yorkshire puddings can be cooked after your joint while it is resting before carving.

Perfect Yorkshire Puddings

90 gr Plain Flour

1 fresh Egg

Around 250 ml half full fat Milk / half Water

¼ teaspoon Salt

A good pinch of freshly ground White Pepper.

1-2 tablespoon of good Beef Dripping.

Preheat your oven to 220C/425F/Gas mark 7. Place a damp cloth on your work surface to stop your mixing bowl slipping and place the bowl on top. Sieve the flour, pepper and salt into your bowl, make a well in the middle and add the egg. Start to beat together then gradually add the milk / water. Continue adding the milk/ water until the batter is smooth and the consistency of pouring cream. Leave the mixture to stand for ten minutes. While the mixture stands, divide the beef dripping into Yorkshire Pudding tins and place the tins in the oven until the fat starts to smoke. Give the batter a final stir and pour quickly into the tins. Put them back in the oven and cook until well risen and golden brown, this will take about fifteen to twenty five minutes depending on the size of your tin.

For the full Royal Society of Chemistry press release

Communication And Safety Tips For Parents

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Frostie

As a parent, you already understand that good communication is a necessary skill whether you are talking to a toddler or a teen. If your children are little, you can use communication as a way to teach them how to be safe around cars. This is an invaluable lesson you can teach them when they are out in the garden or when they are with you on the street.

You may also want to teach them that not all strangers are to be trusted. This is particularly useful when they first go to school. If your child is older, then good communication with your child will be instrumental in building up a sense of self-esteem and develop a feeling of mutual respect.

10 Tips to Build Rapport

1. If your child wants to play, let your child know that you are interested in the things that interest them. Agree to help them with their game if they need it.

2. If your child has something they feel important, let him or her know that they are more interesting to you than some form of media entertainment. For instance, if your child is talking to you while you are watching television, pause to. If they have something that they urgently want to say, then turn off the television and give them your full attention

3. If your child is chatting with you when they are sharing something with you, let him or her know that they are more important than a casual telephone call. Rather than excuse yourself when your friend calls, let the answering machine pick up the message.

4. If you get to spend some personal time with your child, let your child know how much you enjoy your private chats with them.

5. If your child does something foolish when you have company, don’t rebuke them in front of everyone. Scolding them in front of others can be embarrassing for them. Public humiliation only leads to a feeling of resentment.

6. If your child has to constantly look up to talk to you, occasionally drop down to their level when you talk.

7. If you are really angry about your child’s behavior, give yourself time to cool down so that you can have an objective talk.

8. If your child is telling a story, don’t correct their grammar or how they narrate the story. Instead, show an interest in the story rather than how it could have been told better.

9. If you get a negative report about your child from another parent or a teacher, don’t simply launch into a tirade. First, listen to your child’s side of the story. They may have behaved badly because they misunderstood the situation and did not know that their behavior would upset others.

10. Be open and receptive to your child’s attempts to communicate and explain their point of view. Encourage your child to communicate by asking leading questions.

5 Ways to Make the House Safe for Kids

While safety in the home can be improved through communicating about dangerous things—like not jumping on the bed, climbing on the pipes, or touching hot plates—safety can also be ensured by taking proactive measures.

Here are some common household dangers that you should either warn your child about or use safety measures to protect them.

1. The danger of scalding when turning on a tap. Teach your child the difference between the hot and cold taps.

2. The danger of falling out of an upper story window. One solution is to install window guards.

3. The danger of falling down stairs. This can happen if your child is learning to crawl or it can happen if your child is rushing around the house. It’s only too easy for a child to roll down a flight of stairs.

4. The danger of leaving your house unprotected. One ADT security company discusses the need for extra precautions for your family. “The list of potential threats that could affect their safety includes burglary, fire, carbon monoxide and flooding.”

5. The danger of medications or poisons. Your curious toddler likes to taste all sorts of things. Make sure that you don’t leave your medications lying around and that you have locked all detergents and garden supplies in a safe place.

From our contributor Jenna.

ASDA Protect Kids Ice-Cream Scented Sun-Care For Kids Review

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Frostie

Asda has launched a UK 1st for the sun-care market with its own brand ice-cream scented sun lotion for kids. In an effort to help make applying children with suncream fun and easy, the lotions and creams feature a delicious vanilla scent and are priced a just £3.50. All products featured in the range are highly water resistant, 24 hour moisturising and have been dematologicaly tested. You can also get two for £6.

We tested them and…yes, they do smell like ice cream. Not in a sickly way, but in a nice way. Hopefully the smell will make your little ones stay still long enough for you to get the lotion on them. Some of the sun protection even comes in a handy spray container. They are water resistant and protect little ones skin well. Recommended.

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