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June 4, 2020
Punching Out the Crazies During Covid
June 1, 2020
After being locked in our homes, feelings of anxiety, depression and stress are at an all-time high. Co-Founder and President of BoxUnion, Felicia Alexander, has a simple solution that you might not have considered – punching stuff. While untraditional, this answer is actually much healthier than you think. There is a natural connection between boxing and mental health.
There’s never been a better time to learn how to box. In addition to a hyper-efficient total body workout, it also has an amazing list of mental benefits, including:
– Bringing out your inner fighter – boxing is an incredibly powerful and empowering experience, it’s a skill you can pick up at any age, background or experience level. “It is never too late to glove up”, says Alexander – we have boxers who range in age from seven years old to seventy years old.” The sheer act of putting on gloves will instantaneously make you feel strong.
– It is a natural stress reliever – Stress negatively impacts the body and your health. It causes sleep deprivation, headaches, depression, high blood pressure, tense muscles and more. In addition to the rush of endorphins that come with cardio-based workouts, physically, hitting a punching bag relaxes your body and releases tension. Boxing also provides a more symbolic way to “fight back” and channel your anxiety into a safe outlet.
– You can still experience the mental and physical benefits without equipment – you don’t need a heavy bag to stimulate your mind and get a total body workout, shadowboxing is an incredible at-home workout that engages the brain and body.
– It helps beat the boredom in a constructive way – boxing classes require focus and are extremely fun to do when you are stuck at home. You are not just working out, you are building a lifelong skill. It is impossible to think of anything else when you are trying to nail a six-punch combination.
– Boxing creates community – engaging in live classes, like BoxUnion Digital, allow you to connect with others across the world. You may be at home, but the energy is still contagious.
BoxUnion’s Digital Platform takes de-stressing to the next level. You can’t have a strong body without a strong mind says BoxUnion Master Coach, Kyle Schneider. The brand combines a powerful mix of mind, body, music and messaging – when the music is flowing and you are moving to the beat, there’s no better feeling!
6 Tips to Prevent Face Mask Breakouts
May 27, 2020
Face masks are necessary right now, but they can cause problems with your skin, specifically breakouts. While they can be uncomfortable physically (and emotionally), they are important to wear so we can keep ourselves and others around us safe.
After wearing a face mast, here are six things you can do, at home, to make sure your skin remains bacteria-free.
- Keep your mask clean. Wash in hot soapy water after EVERY use. This includes the disposable surgical masks.
- The moisture from your breath being trapped is a breeding ground for bacteria. Be sure to cleanse your face thoroughly after wear and before going to bed.
- Now is a great time to add a weekly clay mask as a pore purifying treatment. I personally like the Acu Mask from DMK (https://www.dannemking.com/product/acu-masque/?location=54%20Bolton%20Rd,%20Wayne,%20NJ%2007470,%20USA&radius=100)
- Include make-up free days. Your face is pretty much covered already, so try to limit your foundation wear. Not having makeup will help to ward off breakouts since the masks will trap all moisture.
- Friction can lead to irritation. Add a calming serum with Beta Glucan to reduce inflammation.
- Adding an acid toner or mask with AHAs/BHAs to exfoliate will help to flush out pore while thoroughly exfoliating dead skin cells that cause breakouts.
To stay on top of your skincare regime, reach out to your local esthetician as many are offering delivery and curbside pickup of your favorite products. Many are also offering virtual consultations to help you navigate around your skincare needs.
Molly Lamb is the owner of Skin by Molly, Brooklyn’s #1 facial studio, and the senior account manager at DMK, a global paramedical skincare company. As a licensed esthetician, Molly’s love for skincare developed with her own skin struggles. She believes that beautiful skin comes from the inside out. Diet, genetics, and hormones all play a pivotal role in healthy skin.
Argaux’s Last Minute Memorial Day Wine Sale That Will Arrive In Time
May 20, 2020
Memorial Day is almost here this weekend, so that means breaking out the refreshing rose and we have you covered! Female founded wine Argaux, rose from around the world that will teleport you to the beach you were supposed to be bathing on this Memorial Day weekend.
Argaux has sourced 12 roses from the founder/sommelier’s go-to summer destinations near and far just in time for the holiday weekend. Argaux’s rose to the rescue, grab your sun-hat, shades, and suit and get the summer started.
Argaux has you covered and are offering an amazing deal this Memorial Day holiday, if you live in Los Angeles and order soon you will still get it in time for this weekend!
DEAL: 15% off one time payments (2 cases of Rose over 4 months, starting at $150). Each month you will receive 6 wines (2 bottles of each selection for that month). Between May and August you’ll receive a total of 24 bottles (2 cases of Rose) with fast shipping locally and nationally.
Other offerings that are great for all occasions:
Quarantine Edition Blind Tasting Kit ($50-$100)
Looking to keep the wine flowing? Argaux’s Blind Tasting Kit makes for the perfect activity to keep the fun going on date night activity, virtual happy hours with friends and family or even that perfect Sunday Funday in your backyard.
About Argaux: Argaux started as a passion project between two friends who enjoyed throwing dinner parties in college. Arden and Margaux met their Freshman year at the University of Arizona. They bonded over their love of food, cooking and entertaining. Plus, they share the exact same birthday: February 20th, 1992.
Their friendship grew over monthly dinner parties they co-hosted for friends and roommates. Soon they were known as the “dinner party enthusiasts” and their appetite for all things food and cooking fostered their newfound interest and passion for wine. By their senior year in college friends called Arden and Margaux, Argaux.
Various wine bars around Tucson became their “library” where they’d ponder the possibilities and dream up a business plan for what once was a passion project, and now a budding business.
Today, Arden & Margaux are both sommeliers. Their business―Argaux―is 3 years old and based in Costa Mesa, California.
Essential Oils That Won’t Break The Bank (Since there is none now)
May 7, 2020
In love with these affordable oils from Greenerways Organic. Dropping them in tub whenever possible (Now)!
The oils are 100% USDA certified organic, are a necessity for silky and glowing skin without any chemicals, artificial ingredients or oily residue!
The 4 oz essential oils come in 5 offerings and nicely priced at $9.99!
Invigorate
Muscle Relax
Nourish
Tranquility
De-Stress
And the 2 oz kits come in 2 offerings and priced at $14.99
Relaxation
Daily Essentials
Treat yourself to some goodness without going broke!