This 6.5-inch tech device, developed by Guive Balooch's Tech Incubator, delivers personalized on-the-spot skincare and cosmetic formulas. By harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence, the level of personalization will be optimized over time as the system gathers more data about our customer’s skin and personal preferences. “We are committed to making L’Oréal the leader in Beauty Tech – and Perso is the next step in that exciting journey”, said Nicolas Hieronimus, our Deputy Chief Executive Officer. New applications on the way At CES 2020, we unveiled Perso’s capabilities for skincare. However, the 3-in-1 device will also be able to create custom formulas for lipstick and foundation — which will be launched at a later date.“L’Oréal is one of the most trusted names in beauty, and with Perso, we are putting personalized technology directly into the hands of our consumers,” said Guive Balooch, Head of our Technology Incubator. “Perso uses AI to optimize the formulas and actually gets smarter as you use it.” How Perso works Perso creates personalized skincare formulas in four steps: 1 - Providing a personal skin analysis: Our customer will launch the Perso mobile app and take a photo with their smartphone camera. Thanks to the ModiFace technology we have acquired in 2018, their overall skin condition—including deep wrinkles, fine lines, the appearance of dark spots, and pore visibility – will be analyzed with the help of AI. 2 - Analyzing the Environment: Using Breezometer geo-location data, Perso takes into account the local environmental conditions that can influence the state of our customer’s skin. These might include weather, temperature, pollen, UV index, and humidity. 3 - Adapting to personal preferences: The next step is to enter personal skincare concerns into the Perso app, including fine lines, dark spots, pigmentation, pore size, radiance, and dullness. To customize the unique formula of moisturizer, serum, and under-eye cream even further, the preferred texture and hydration-level can also be added. 4 - Making a custom formulation and dispensing: All of this data helps to create a personalized blend of high-performance skincare, dispensed in a perfectly portioned, single dose at the top of the device for easy, clean application. The technology adjusts for morning and evening application, and the device features a detachable mirrored top so that our customers have the option of taking a single or larger dose with them on-the-go. Perso’s hardware features a patented motor system located at the top of the device which moves and compresses the formula from the cartridges at the base of the machine in an upward motion to the dispensing tray above. Looking ahead to new features Perso's future makeup offerings will be able to incorporate real-time trend information as well as color-matching technology. So, our customers would be able to design a lipstick shade to match their outfit or to opt for a color that is trending on social media at that moment. In the meantime, our focus will be on the launch of Perso in partnership with one of our leading skincare brands in 2021. For more info visit L'Oréal By ML Staff. Images courtesy of L'Oréal

A transformative luxury beauty brand with a refreshing and revolutionary take on beauty, timeblock® has launched its award-winning solutions in the United States. The brand selectively sources natural ingredients from all over the world and uses Swiss-technology harvesting processes to ensure optimal herbal nutrient efficacy for its products, which include nutritional supplements and skincare products to combat the visible signs of aging. Beauty aficionados in the United States can now purchase the botanical anti-aging products on the timeblock® website, with nationwide shipping available. Also available for purchase in the U.S., the brand has a collection of aromatic diffusers. A winner of “Product of the Year” at the Global Health Asia Pacific Summit in 2019, the science-backed and evidence-based brand was developed over 20 years ago by a group of leading scientists in Switzerland, who set out to decrypt the secrets of Mother Nature. After experimenting for over seven years, they discovered that select plants and grasses grown at ultra-high altitudes and in precise environmental conditions and locations, such as the Himalayas, Brazil and Tibet, produce nutritional densities thousands of times higher than the same plants and seeds grown elsewhere. These nutrient-rich superfoods such as wheat grass, barley grass, shiitake mushrooms, tomatoes, grape seeds, green tea, marigold and algae, came to form the basis of the brand’s signature line, timeblock® Vital Aging Nutrition. Vital Aging Nutrition consists of daily daytime and nighttime supplements, Nutrition Day Complex and Nutrition Night Complex, that align with the philosophy that beauty starts from within. The Day Complex (green) is taken in the morning for energy and radiance throughout the day, while the Night Complex (red) is taken in the evening to promote rest and regeneration during the night. The effectiveness of the science-backed products was supported by the findings of the University of Vienna, who measured key aging markers such as DNA damage, inflammation, telomere length and cell reproduction in 120 participants taking timeblock® Vital Aging Nutrition supplements. At the end of the trial, results showed an astounding 23 percent reversal in biological age of participants within six months. Due to the overwhelming success of the Vital Aging Nutrition range and its scientifically proven results, the creators of timeblock® created a complete system that could target aging both inside and out. Thus, timeblock® Skin Care was created, with products including: 4 WEEKS Intensive Face Care A four-week intensive skin treatment consisting of a face care lotion that helps overnourished, tired and stressed skin help regain its natural regenerative ability. DAY Face Care A high-performance, super-antioxidant moisturizing lotion designed that uses apple stem cells to boost cell activity and protect the skin against environmental aggressors such as sun and pollution. NIGHT Skin Repair A serum with exceptionally high concentration polypeptides that supports skin renewal and regeneration during the body's natural rest and regenerative phase at night. Skincare products contain the anti-aging ingredient equol. More expensive than gold, equol is the most expensive active ingredient in the skincare market and a powerful skincare molecule that improves signs of aging. It also helps to accelerate cell renewal, protects against environmental aggressors, contributes towards a more even complexion and healthier skin, and moisturizes skin while simultaneously stimulating collagen and elastin production. Customers further looking to indulge in self-care can also purchase the Aromatic Ultrasonic Diffuser, a pineapple-shaped diffuser (available in gold, silver and rose gold) which uses ultrasonic technology to break down any mixture of essential oils and water to purify, humidify and refresh air. “Healthy aging innovation is the core of timeblock® as well as their commitment to creating a better quality of life and longevity for people globally,” said Dr. Alexander Hasleberger, Professor of Nutritional Science at the University of Vienna and former World Health Organization consultant. “Their products are elevating the boundaries of natural beauty through science and technology.” For more information on timeblock®’s products, as well as a breakdown of ingredients, visit www.timeblock.us. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of timeblock®.

Amour’s Secrets Skincare is a new vegan, natural, clean, non-toxic, plant-based luxury skincare line based in Miami Beach, having just launched in the U.S. beauty market in New York City during New York Fashion Week (NYFW). During this initial launch, Amour's Secrets is thrilled to introduce skincare products made of ingredients that equally refresh, replenish and enrich the skin. Ariadna Judith Balaguer is the founder and CEO of Amour's Secrets. Pioneering the natural, plant-based skincare movement, Amour’s Secrets is introducing five innovative anti-aging, plant-based skincare products with its initial debut featuring a Cleansing Hydrating Oil, Eye Cream, Whipped Face Cream, Mild Foaming Face Wash, and Face Scrub. “We’re pleased to introduce five new natural, plant-based beauty skincare products that offer a complete skincare regimen derived from cruelty-free ingredients made of powerful antioxidants and polyphenols,” said Ariadna Balaguer, founder & CEO of Amour’s Secrets. Amour’s Secrets signature face wash was developed with polyphenol-rich ingredients like turmeric and green tea, enabling women and men alike to gently cleanse and soothe the skin while removing impurities. In addition, a light citrus aroma provides a rejuvenating freshness to the skin. “Our new face wash is mild enough for daily use and will leave all skin types and complexions looking radiant thanks to its premium ingredients like turmeric liquid extract. This potent natural ingredient native to Southeast Asia comes from the root of curcuma longa and contains a chemical called curcumin, which has been used for thousands of years to reduce redness, inflammation, acne flare-ups, as well as fight blemishes,” Balaguer said. Amour’s Innovative, Plant-Based, Natural Eye Cream and Whipped Face Cream are made with Tucuma Butter and Shea Butter. Amour’s Secrets proprietary eye cream is expertly formulated to absorb rapidly into the skin while fading dark circles and minimizing puffiness and fine lines. Made with shea butter, mango butter, tucuma butter, green tea, cucumber extract, honeysuckle, jasmine somboo flower, and turmeric, these key ingredients offer a revolutionary formula that will rejuvenate the skin’s glow with smoothing and softening effects. Green tea extract is rich in antioxidants like Vitamin C and Vitamin E, ultimately supporting regenerative anti-aging benefits and reducing the appearance of age spots caused by environmental factors,” said Balaguer. In addition, Amour’s Secrets face scrub is another luxury must-have beauty product that is made of tucuma butter, prickly pear oil, Papaya Fruit Extract, and aloe leaf extract, helping to rejuvenate the skin’s glow while delivering a gentle and effective exfoliate that doesn’t dry the skin. Amour’s Secrets whipped face cream features natural ingredients including shea butter, mango butter, cucumber extract, green tea extract, willow bark extract, and honeysuckle flower extract. One of the most powerful ingredients in this new natural skincare moisturizer includes 100 percent unrefined, pure tucuma butter, which is non-comedogenic while hydrating via its powerful, lightweight, and fast absorbing moisturizer Amour’s Secrets cleansing and hydrating oil proprietary blend features a botanical oil mix of oils including argan, rose geranium, lavender, bergamot, sweet orange, grapefruit, rosewood, palmarosa, vanilla, and balsam fir, removing dirt and toxins from the pores while infusing the skin with soothing and luxurious hydration. Tacuma butter and shea butter are innovative and premium ingredients featured in many of Amour’s Secrets skincare products, delivering powerful hydration for a natural glow. “Tacuma butter and shea butter alike are made of rich saturated fatty acids including oleic and palmitic, as well as unsaturated fatty acids like linoleic and linolenic, which make for a powerful formula for moisturizing and protecting skin. Our whipped face cream, in particular, was developed with rich antioxidants and acts as a fade cream, helping to minimize marks and scars, leaving skin looking softer, smoother, and more flawless,” Balaguer said. The clean beauty skincare industry is estimated to hit $181 billion by 2025 as consumers demand safe, transparent, and natural skincare products that are free of unnecessary or potentially harmful ingredients. “As the beauty market continues to grow, we believe it’s important that truly natural beauty products lead the way. Amour’s Secrets Skincare products are made with certified fair trade ingredients and plant-based ingredients and are never tested on products on animals, making it vegan-friendly,” said Balaguer. Founded by Ariadna Balaguer and inspired by her mother’s unfortunate and untimely breast cancer battle, Amour’s Secrets Skincare line was conceptualized and developed to help cancer patients going through chemotherapy. “I was moved to put together a team and spent nearly two years working with several physicians and pharmacologists who practice natural, homeopathic medicine to develop this new natural skincare beauty line. It was my goal to develop a series of natural products that eliminates potentially harmful or carcinogenic ingredients like formaldehyde, formaldehyde-releasing agents, coal tar, sulfates, SLS, SLES, hydroquinone, triclosan and triclocarban, retinyl palmitate, mineral oil, oxybenzone, and hydroquinone. And I’m proud to introduce Amour’s Secrets to the U.S. beauty market,” said Balaguer. For the brand’s U.S. product launch into the beauty skincare market, Amour’s Secrets luxury skincare products will be available online at AmoursSecrets.com, and will launch globally in 2023 in select retailers throughout Europe in Madrid, Milan and Paris. New customers can sign up for the brand’s newsletter email to get 20 percent off their first order: www.AmoursSecrets.com. Amours Secrets Skincare is a new luxury, plant-based, cruelty-free skincare brand based in Miami Beach, Fla. Founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist, Ariadna Judith Balaguer, with the sole mission to revolutionize the skincare industry with scientifically proven natural formulas made from nourishing, plant-based ingredients. Following in her father's footsteps, the former President of the Dominican Republic, Joaquin Antonio Balaguer, Balaguer has dedicated the last three decades of her life to working with organizations that support the welfare of children, the homeless, and animals. Balaguer continues to be an advocate, volunteer, and supporter of numerous non-profit organizations throughout South Florida including Joe Dimaggio's Children's Hospital, Memorial Hospital, and Broward Partnership, a 501c3 dedicated non-profit organization assisting unhoused individuals in Broward County. In an effort to further Balaguer's life-long mission of supporting those in need, a portion of every Amour's Secrets skincare sale will be donated to these certified non-profit organizations that she holds near and dear to her heart. To learn more about Amour's Secrets and Ariadna Balaguer, please visit www.AmoursSecrets.com. Five new natural, plant-based, luxury skincare products are launching as part of Amour’s Skincare entrance into the U.S. natural beauty industry. For more info visit: www.AmoursSecrets.com By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Amours Secrets

Demand for cosmetic treatments, including botox and fillers, has surged since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Dermatologists and plastic surgeons are attributing the boom to patients wanting to put their best face forward for online Zoom meetings, as well as increased time to attend appointments and recover from treatments. Botox is now the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment in the U.S., with a market size valued at $4.7 billion. Over the past 20 years, the number of cosmetic Botox procedures have increased more than 700 percent, with over six million treatments performed every year. Now trending with millennials, preventative Botox involves stopping wrinkles before they have a chance to form. And although women still use the most Botox, more men are trying it, a trend known as “brotox.” As a board-certified dermatologist who frequently administers Botox treatments, I am often asked how it works, what it achieves, how to avoid “bad Botox” and if a person can have too much. More men are using Botox. Getty Images What is Botox? Botox is a brand name of a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Other brand names for similar toxins include Dysport, Xeomin, and Jeuveau. In large amounts, these chemicals can cause botulism, an illness that may produce nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, fatal paralysis of vital muscles. Using small amounts, however, doctors can safely use the toxin to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. In the 1980s, Jean and Alastair Carruthers, a Canadian ophthalmologist and dermatologist, accidentally discovered the toxin’s anti-aging properties when they noticed patients receiving injections for facial spasm were also losing their frown lines. Subsequent studies did not suggest long-term risk. How does it work? Botox is administered with a fine needle to the muscle under the skin. It blocks signals from nerves to muscles. This results in temporary paralysis of those muscles. Because the injected muscle can no longer contract, the wrinkles soften and relax. Over time, the skin becomes smoother with improvements in quality, tone and texture. Botox is most often used for horizontal forehead lines and wrinkles around the eyes – the worry lines – and between-the-eyebrow frown lines — the “11s.” It is not FDA-approved for the lips. Wrinkles on the lower face caused by gravity and sun damage don’t respond as well to Botox. There is no “average” cost for Botox. Distributors and practitioners have varying rates. Beyond cosmetic applications, Botox is a treatment for more than 20 medical conditions, including eye spasm, Bell’s palsy, headache, excessive sweating and urinary incontinence. The procedure takes only a few minutes. Some people prefer to use numbing cream, but no anesthesia is required and discomfort is minor. For four to six hours afterwards, patients must not lay down, manipulate the injected area or exercise vigorously. This keeps the Botox from migrating outside the treatment zones. But it’s OK to immediately return to work or resume normal social activities. Generally it takes one to two weeks for the Botox to take full effect, but some patients will notice changes after two or three days. Typically, the effect lasts from three to six months. As muscle action gradually returns, lines and wrinkles begin to reappear and they can be retreated. Over time, returning lines and wrinkles often appear less severe; the muscles learn to relax and the overlying skin becomes less creased and folded. Botox is not a one-size-fits-all treatment.AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes Botox is not a one-size-fits-all treatment. AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes Things to consider before the injection The safety of Botox for pregnant or breastfeeding women has not been determined, so neither group should use it. Also, people with certain neurological diseases should not use Botox. When an expert performs the procedure, patients generally tolerate Botox well. A recent study found less than 1% of patients experience problems if a board-certified dermatologist administers the treatment. Temporary bruising is the most common side effect. Headaches sometimes occur; they stop within one to two days. A small percentage of patients may develop eyebrow or eyelid drooping, but this usually resolves in a few weeks. Because day spas and other nonmedical offices do Botox treatments, many people think a Botox injection is on the same level as a manicure, facial or haircut. This is not the case. This is a medical procedure requiring specific training and expertise in order to achieve safe and aesthetically pleasing results. Many doctors and medical paraprofessionals advertise Botox treatments after taking a weekend course in injections. But those courses are teaching their students to match a template – and Botox is not a “one-size-fits-all” treatment. An individual’s unique features and muscle patterns must be taken into account. It’s best to choose an experienced provider with extensive knowledge of facial anatomy, an aesthetic eye and well-developed skills. A highly trained board-certified physician is also best able to manage any complications post-treatment. Can you have too much Botox? If you go to an unqualified provider, it may not look right, no matter what the amount. That said, when it comes to Botox, less is more. You want a subtle and natural look, with plenty of movement left in the face. Too much causes that stereotypical frozen appearance. Botox isn’t noticeable if it’s injected in small doses by a skilled practitioner. And when done just right, a good Botox treatment presents a patient who appears more rested, with more defined brows, more open eyes, and skin that takes on a smoother and more youthful appearance. By Matthew J. Lin. Assistant Clinical Professor, Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Special thanks to The Conversation for this story and images. You can support the independent network which provides news by donating today.

These quesadillas are filled with gooey melted cheddar, shredded chicken and a smoky chipotle-tomato sauce. Crisp tortillas filled with gooey melted cheddar and shredded chicken in a sweet and smoky chipotle sauce — these are the best quesadillas! The recipe is adapted from the website of Curtis Stone, one of my favorite chefs and cookbook authors. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE CHIPOTLE CHICKEN QUESADILLAS What gives these quesadillas such distinctive flavor is the canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. They’re small peppers (usually red jalapeños) that have been dried and smoked, and they come in a spicy, smoky tomato sauce. You can find them in the Latin section of most supermarkets. The recipe calls for six peppers, seeds and all. I know that might seem like a lot, but the quesadillas aren’t all that spicy. However, if you’re making them for young children you might want to cut back a bit. HOW TO MAKE CHIPOTLE CHICKEN QUESADILLAS Begin by cooking the red onions and garlic in olive oil. Add the diced tomatoes and minced chipotle peppers. And cook until the liquid is gone and the mixture is thickened. Stir in the shredded chicken, salt, honey, green onions and cilantro. Keep the filling warm while you prepare the quesadillas. (Note: the chicken mixture can be made up to two days ahead of time.) Heat a flour tortilla on a griddle or in a sauté pan. Cover the entire tortilla with cheese and spread the filling over one side. When the cheese is mostly melted, fold the tortilla over the filling into a half-moon shape. Cook until crisp and golden, a few minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining tortillas. Serve immediately with sour cream and lime wedges, if desired. I altered the recipe primarily by increasing the ratio of chipotle-tomato sauce to chicken (for more intense flavor), increasing the honey (to add a bit more sweetness), omitting the avocado (I thought it was unnecessary and muted the other flavors), and decreasing the amount of cheese and filling in each quesadilla (to make them easier to eat). Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas By Jennifer Segal, adapted from Curtis Stone These quesadillas are filled with gooey melted cheddar, shredded chicken and a smoky chipotle-tomato sauce. Servings: 6 Total Time: 45 Minutes INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large red onion, chopped (about 1½ cups) 4 garlic cloves, minced ⅓ cup minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (you'll need about 6 chilis) 4 vine-ripened tomatoes (about 1¼ pounds), seeded and diced 3 scallions, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons honey 2½ cups cooked shredded chicken (white and/or dark meat) 1 teaspoon salt ½ cup chopped cilantro 6 10-inch diameter flour tortillas 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Sour cream, for serving (optional) Lime wedges, for serving (optional) INSTRUCTIONS In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Stir in the chipotle peppers and tomatoes. Cook until most of the liquid from the tomatoes has evaporated and the mixture is thickened, stirring often, about 20 minutes. Stir in the scallions, honey, chicken, salt and cilantro. Keep warm. Heat a sauté pan over medium heat and spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Lay a tortilla in the pan and heat until hot to the touch but not crisp (air pockets may form). Flip the tortilla over, then sprinkle ⅔ cup of the cheese evenly overtop, being careful to keep it off the pan. Spread a generous ½ cup of the chicken mixture over half of the tortilla. When the cheese is mostly melted, fold the tortilla over to cover the filling and form a half-moon shape. Cook until the tortilla is crisp and golden and the cheese is melted, adjusting the heat as necessary, a few minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining tortillas. Let the quesadillas rest a few minutes to allow the filling to set, then cut into wedges. Serve with sour cream and lime wedges, if desired. Note: If you have a large griddle, use that to make the quesadillas so you can make a few at a time. Also, be sure to serve your quesadillas hot of the pan (or off the griddle), otherwise, they’ll get soggy and the cheese will harden. If this does happen, you can pop them in a 350 F degree oven to heat them up, but they won’t be as crisp and gooey as they are fresh. The chicken mixture can be made up to 2 days ahead, cooled, covered, and refrigerated. Note: The nutritional information does not include the optional ingredients. Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cooked quesadillas can be frozen for up to 3 months. After defrosting in the refrigerator, reheat them, wrapped in foil, in a 325°F oven until hot, 20 – 30 minutes. NUTRITION INFORMATION Serving size:1 quesadilla Calories:694 Fat:45 g Saturated fat:19 g Carbohydrates:39 g Sugar:11 g Fiber:3 g Protein:34 g Sodium:1383 mg Cholesterol:121 mg Special thanks to Jennifer Segal, for the recipe and images. You can support Jennifer by purchasing her cookbook, "Once Upon a Chef, the Cookbook," featuring over 100 delightful recipes.

No tricks, just guilt-free treats! Eat Me Guilt Free – a health-focused line of bread, brownies, snacks and tortilla wraps – announces its fall promotions that include a spooktacular sale, seasonal flavors, as well as promotional bundles and variety boxes—all featuring delectable, better-for-you treats. Eat Me Guilt Free’s offerings are certain to bring healthy happiness to all this fall. In development for two years, Eat Me Guilt Free’s new and improved formula is non-GMO and uses modified atmosphere packaging to exclude unnecessary preservatives. Featuring ingredients sourced in Europe, where regulations against food additives are more stringent than in the U.S., the new formula is packed with 14 grams of protein and is low in carbohydrates with approximately 200 calories per serving. While improving the quality of ingredients in its products, Eat Me Guilt Free remains focused on maintaining an unprecedented protein-packed and low-carb ratio. “We are thrilled to offer these fall-flavored varieties of our guilt-free brownies and bundles,” said Cristie Besu, Eat Me Guilt Free’s CEO and founder, and a Miami-based, Cuban-American businesswoman. “Fall party planning is even easier and tastier with these delicious bundles and flavors. Or it’s a great way to for our customers to treat themselves—no tricks!” Eat Me Guilt Free’s fall promotion includes: · Eat Me, Witches Sale – Halloween is almost here and Eat Me Guilt Free is celebrating with a scary good deal! No tricks, enjoy 15% off favorite treats site-wide with the code “WITCHPLEASE”. The sitewide sale launches Oct. 27 and runs through Nov. 1. Bundles and seasonal products include: · Spice Up Your Life Bundle ($70) – Spice things up and fall in love with Eat Me Guilt Free’s irresistible Pumpkin Spice AF Blondies. To spice things up, this bundle includes a festive blindfold, bondage rope and warming lube paired with pumpkin spice scented soap and candle. This bundle is available from Sept. 6 through Nov. 6 and includes 12 pumpkin spice blondies. · Pumpkin Spice AF Blondie ($38 for a box of 12) – Pumpkin Spice is back and better than ever before. Eat Me Guilt Free’s new Pumpkin Spice AF Blondies are dusted with edible gold, so it looks as good as it tastes. The seasonal brownie is only available for purchase online from Sept. 9 until products sell out. · Hocus Pocus Blondie ($38 for a box of 12) – This spooky season Eat Me Guilt Free wanted to offer something new and exciting – a sour candy flavored purple blondie topped with gold edible dust (and a little magic). This bewitching Hocus Pocus Blondie flavor is perfect for candy lovers and is only available Sept. 16 until products sell out. The Hocus Pocus Blondie is available for purchase at EatMeGuiltFree.com and at GNC nationwide. · Bloody Brownie ($38 for a box of 12) – Eat Me Guilt Free’s Bloody Brownie is making a terrifyingly tasty return. Vampires and mortals alike will love this delicious Red Velvet brownie, topped with black cat sprinkles. Don’t worry, there’s no garlic! This seasonal flavor launches Oct. 3 and is only available until products sell out. · Witches Brew Brownie ($30 for a box of 12) – Eat Me Guilt Free’s October Flavor of the Month is a green swirled chocolate brownie topped with purple sprinkles. This spooky brownie will put a spell on any resting witch face and is only available for purchase during the month of October. · Trick or Treat Yourself Variety Box ($38 for a box of 12) – Eat Me Guilt Free’s newest variety box features four Pumpkin Spice AF Blondies, four Hocus Pocus Blondies, and four Bloody Brownies, which means there’s something wicked good for every ghoul and guy. This variety box is only available from Sept. 23 through Oct. 31. · Bloody Good Cake Bundle ($60) – Eat Me Guilt Free’s newest bundle celebrates fall’s spooky season with its frighteningly good Protein Cake Mixes. The bundle includes a seasonal apron, mug, sprinkles and a vampire spatula to help cook up these scary good treats. The cake bundle is only available from Oct. 24 until Oct. 31. · Nightmare Before Xmas Variety Box ($38 for a box of 12) – Can’t decide if you love Halloween or Christmas more? Experience the best of both worlds with Eat Me Guilt Free’s new seasonal variety pack. Available from Nov. 1–Dec. 31, brownie lovers can enjoy four festive favorites including the Pumpkin Spice AF, Hocus Pocus, Holiday Cheer and the Naughty List. Eat Me Guilt Free was founded by Registered Nurse and Certified Sports Nutritionist Cristie Besu in Miami, FL in 2013. What began as a passion project soon turned into a small business for the Cuban American mom-of-three, as she discovered the importance and satisfaction protein-packed and better-for-you foods provided to others. Eat Me Guilt Free, which sources ingredients primarily from Europe for higher quality food standards, offers healthy solutions for those who strive to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Besu never sacrifices taste and texture when creating original recipes, hand-crafted by artisan bakers in small batches to ensure optimal freshness. The brand also uses Modified Atmosphere Packaging in select products to exclude unnecessary preservatives. Eat Me Guilt Free’s product line of bread, brownies, snacks, and tortilla wraps offers an unprecedented protein-to-carbohydrate ratio, making them a high-protein, low-carb alternative to traditional snacks and foods. Eat Me Guilt Free fills a gap in the market for an alternative to sweets that people can feel good about putting into their bodies. Available on https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/, Amazon, The Vitamin Shoppe and GNC, Eat Me Guilt Free also offers an exclusive subscription. Eat Me Guilt Free is recognized by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. For more information, please visit https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/, www.instagram.com/eatmeguiltfree, www.facebook.com/eatmeguiltfree, or www.twitter.com/EatMe_GuiltFree. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Eat Me Guilt Free

Two of the world’s leaders in ocean exploration have joined forces to push the boundaries of underwater conservation and research and embark on critical citizen science missions to the farthest reaches of the planet. EYOS, the authority in private superyacht expeditions, has partnered with Ocean Conservation Exploration and Education Foundation (OCEEF), a 501(c)(3) organization to educate the world about the ocean through immersive, data-collecting missions aboard OCEEF’s five-star research yacht,RV Odyssey. The advanced vessel will circumnavigate the world with missions in Antarctica, the Chagos Archipelago, the Galapagos and other remote destinations, where they will explore aquatic ecosystems teeming with biodiversity alongside top scientists, explorers, students, and educators. Committed to field research and scientific inquiry, EYOS and OCEEF share a mission to leverage exploration as a way of driving greater awareness about the Earth’s oceans. EYOS Founding Partner Rob McCallum says, “Working with OCEEF in this way is a natural complement to EYOS’ last few years leading and managing the Five Deeps and Ring of Fire expeditions that dove the Challenger Deep and previously unseen deepsea environments. Odyssey represents the new frontier of expedition travel, mixing cutting edge science, with adventure travel and expedition cruising. The opportunity and potential for further discovery with this vessel’s program is immense, and it will be tremendously exciting for all those fortunate enough to be onboard.” EYOS founders Rob McCallum & Tim Soper have been at the forefront of deep ocean exploration and combining science with private travel for decades, and the company holds several world records and has been instrumental in numerous scientific discoveries. On the exclusive missions aboard the RV Odyssey, EYOS will provide logistical support and expedition leadership, empowering guests to fully take part in this most innovative opportunity in superyacht travel. Alex Moukas, Founder of OCEEF, adds, “We are very excited to be partnering with EYOS in such a meaningful way. OCEEF’s goal is to provide world-class scientists free access to the vessel and help them design impactful missions. EYOS can help match the scientists and locations with Ocean and Expedition enthusiasts that make these incredible missions possible. We are looking forward to continuing to bring passionate citizen scientists unmatched experiences on and below the world’s oceans.” RV Odyssey (formerly the MV Alucia) is also a pioneer in underwater exploration in its own right. She launched the French submersible Nautile on the first dives on the Titanic in 1987; participated in the successful search for the black box of Air France flight 447; supported the first filming of the giant squid in the wild with former owner OceanX; and hosted David Attenborough among other luminaries in science and conservation. EYOS founders McCallum and Soper were instrumental in her design and build during the vessel’s four-year conversion from RV Nadir to MV Alucia. McCallum says, “When her conversion was complete in 2011, she was the world’s first hybrid ship outfitted with multiple submersibles, hangared helicopters, world class SCUBA facilities, ocean mapping, and multiple science laboratories. She was one of the most capable expedition yachts afloat– and her current mission with OCEEF is exactly what we had in mind for her all those years ago.” Today, she can accommodate a helicopter, and is equipped with two Triton submersibles, one of which can dive to a depth of 7,500 feet. Through cutting-edge technology like gamified ocean-learning experiences, OCEEF’s RV Odyssey will engage with millions of children and young adults as it circumnavigates the globe. Empowering the next generation of ocean explorers and conservationists, students will join scientists in an immersive undersea experience as they discover new species, learn the importance of ocean conservation, and share their findings in real time with participants around the world. Over the next year, the RV Odyssey will embark on a series of first-of-its-kind missions, offering an exclusive 360-degree adventure that will help drive education and a better understanding of our oceans. These immersive adventures include studying mesophotic coral reef ecosystems in the Chagos Archipelago, seeking the killer whales that attack great white sharks off the coast of Cape Town, documenting hydrothermal vents on Antarctica’s Deception Island, participating in threatened species recovery studies in the Galapagos, and journeying around the Mediterranean—from Sardinia and Sicily to Crete and Santorini—and discover ancient Roman and Greek triremes (triple-decker warships). OCEEF invites travelers to support its missions in Antarctica this winter season by traveling aboard RV Odyssey for the most exclusive experience possible - a firsthand look at the very research participants are helping support. With a tax-deductible donation of $150,000, donors and their friends or family members can be invited onboard the RV Odyssey and join the crew of scientists, expedition leaders, and students to experience life onboard. As RV Odyssey is classified as a research vessel, in cooperation with researchers on-board and local communities, OCEEF is able to get Special Research Permits and conduct operations in unique locations that are typically closed to all other visitors. 100% of the proceeds go to supporting the research and educational mission of OCEEF– whether searching for the Colossal Squid in the deepest parts of the Antarctic or analyzing hydrothermal vents on Antarctica’s most active volcano. In addition, OCEEF supports ongoing scientific studies and scholarships for local communities and students - ensuring a long-lasting impact on the future of ocean conservation. For more information on OCEEF or to make a donation, please visit https://www.oceef.org/. More on EYOS Founded in 2008, EYOS is the world leader in private superyacht expeditions charters. Specializing in bespoke itineraries that take travelers to the most remote and culturally rich parts of the world, EYOS operates across all seven continents. They hold several world records and world ‘firsts,’ such as the furthest south that any vessel has ever reached in history, and the first commercial expedition to the Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the ocean. In 2019, EYOS pioneered the first ever “single cabin” departures allowing travelers to book individual cabins on a superyacht. All journeys are guided by a team of experts with decades of experience. More on OCEEF OCEEF aim to help shape a world where people appreciate the importance of the Ocean and take action to protect it and ensure its sustainability. The Foundation is taking one of the most capable Oceanographic vessels around the world to educate the world about the Ocean and help develop practical ways to save it by educating a new generation of ocean stewards. OCEEF leverages technology to change hearts, transform minds, and advance awareness about ocean conservation and research. By ML Staff. Images Courtesy of EYOS

The Craig Zinn Automotive Group (CZAG) and its dealerships, Lexus of Pembroke Pines, Toyota of Hollywood, Subaru of Pembroke Pines, Lexus of North Miami, 441 Auto Rental, and Acura of Pembroke Pines have supported numerous charities in the South Florida communities for over 42 years. Craig Zinn, the CZAG's Founder and CEO, and his children Zachary and Brittany have extended their support by signing a four-year exclusive automotive corporate partnership with the David Posnack JCC (DPJCC). Through this partnership, CZAG will support programs and services for children, teens, and their families offered by the DPJCC at the Davie Campus and the east Fort Lauderdale Campus at Temple Bat Yam. These programs include the Early Childhood Learning Centers, After-School Adventure Programs, Maccabi Tzair, and the award-winning Camp Kadima for typical children and children with developmental disabilities. “We are honored to welcome the Craig Zinn Automotive Group to our family of Corporate Partners. Craig Zinn, his children Zachary and Brittany, and the CZAG have supported the David Posnack JCC, even throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We are grateful for their generosity and the meaningful way in which they seek opportunities to continue to support the children, teens, and families we serve at our J,” said Scott Ehrlich, CEO of the DPJCC. In addition to its four-year generous commitment to support the DPJCC programs, the CZAG will also serve as the Official Automotive Corporate Sponsor for 2023 JCC Maccabi Games® & Access. DPJCC will host over 1,800 Jewish teen athletes, ages 12-16, representing communities from across the world, who will come together from August 6 –11, 2023, to experience the magic of Maccabi. The historic week will celebrate the joy of sport and the power of inclusion through camaraderie and competition. Among the highlights of this unique, Olympic-style Jewish experience will be sports competitions, opening and closing ceremonies; community service; social and cultural events; and opportunities to create Jewish connections, friendships, and memories to last a lifetime. The JCC Association has proudly added Maccabi Access, providing athletes ages 12-18 with intellectual and developmental disabilities a meaningful and inclusive Maccabi experience. The program will be a three-day experience held from August 6–8 in conjunction with the 2023 JCC Maccabi Games®. "The David Posnack JCC is open to everyone. It plays a vital role for many families, mirroring the CZAG’s ongoing commitment to supporting our local community. Through this partnership, we will make an even bigger positive impact. My children and I are honored to support our hometown non-profit partners and proud of how our corporate leadership team and employees throughout our five dealerships embrace our charity partnerships," said Craig Zinn, founder and CEO of the Craig Zinn Automotive Group. To learn more about the Craig Zinn Automotive Group, please visit czgroup.com, or to learn more about the David Posnack JCC, please visit dpjcc.org. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Craig Zinn Automotive Group

4Ever Young is a vitality center that offers a wide range of Anti-Aging solutions, medical aesthetics, like Botox and dermal fillers, hormone replacement therapy, IV Vitamin therapy, Skin Services, like Microneedling and HydraFacial, weight loss, nutraceutical therapy and total body wellness. 4Ever Young is dedicated to helping clients optimize their health and wellness by employing functional medicine applications to address healthy aging. It is fully staffed with a comprehensive and dynamic medical team, including Medical Director Tina Mehta, nurse practitioners, physician’s assistants, medical assistants, medical aestheticians, fitness and nutritional specialists, and hormone specialists. The adage that when one feels good, one looks good is paramount to 4Ever Young’s approach, which marries health and beauty to achieve optimal results. The practice offers numerous medically supervised aesthetic services including Botox, Dysport and Dermal fillers, as well as medical grade facial treatments such as chemical peels, micro-needling and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), among others. 4Ever Young utilizes the latest cutting-edge techniques and offers third-party tested and FDA-approved nutraceuticals, which have gained a loyal following due to their effectiveness in treating a variety of issues. 4Ever Young specializes in hormone replacement therapy, medical aesthetics and IV vitamin therapy. Its hormone replacement therapy has proven extremely effective. The practice tailors programs to address changes in hormones that men and women may start experiencing in their 30’s. Lack of libido, lack of energy, and emotional mood swings are all linked to low testosterone. Testosterone replacement therapy replenishes the natural decrease in hormone production to improve productivity and enable men and women to feel revitalized. The 4Ever Pearl™, designed specifically for women, increases mood, energy, increases muscle tone, and helps with mental acuity. “We are delighted to bring 4Ever Young Medical Spa and Wellness Center to CityPlace Doral. 4Ever Young is committed to helping everyone experience their best and most vibrant lives at any age,” said Franchisee Dominick Mangone. “Our ‘Feel Your Best’ program offers an expansive variety of wellness services including Hormone Replacement Therapy, IV Therapy and Vitamin Injections. Our ‘Look Your Best’ program offers cosmetic and skincare services which include fillers, injectables, PRP therapies, customized facials, SkinPen Microneedling and the HydraFacial. We look forward to welcoming the community to the Doral location so they can look and feel their best.” For more information or to book an appointment, visit www.4everyoungdoral.com or call (305) 629-9992. CONTACT INFORMATION 4Ever Young Doral 3535 NW 83rd Avenue #129 Doral, FL 33122 305.629.9992 www.4EverYoungDoral.com FB 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions-Doral, FL IG @4everyoung_doral By ML Staff. Images courtesy of 4Ever Young. Top image courtesy of Amir Seilsepour/unsplash

World Oceans Day takes place every year on the 8th of June around the world and right here in South Florida. To mark this special date, take a moment and reflect on the amazing benefits and beauty the ocean provide us all. The ocean supplies more than half of the oxygen in the world which comes from phytoplankton -- the tiny ocean plants. These small creatures live close to the water's surface and use sunlight and carbon dioxide to make food. Oh, let's not forget that the ocean provides us not only with oxygen for us to breath but also food, beauty and tranquility. HISTORY The concept was originally proposed in 1992 by Canada's International Centre for Ocean Development (ICOD) and the Ocean Institute of Canada (OIC) at the Earth Summit – UN Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This important date supports the implementation of worldwide Sustainability Development Goals, and fosters public interest in the management of the ocean and its resources. In 2008 World Oceans Day was officially recognized by the United Nations. The day is marked in a variety of ways, including launching new campaigns and initiatives, special events at aquariums and zoos, outdoor explorations, aquatic and beach cleanups, educational and conservation action programs, art contests, film festivals, and sustainable seafood events. Youth have been playing an increasingly important role since 2015. The World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council has been helping lead conservation awareness and action efforts globally since 2016. SUPPORT You can support our oceans by donating and learning more about the following nonprofit environmental organizations. They offer a variety of programs to support our oceans. Ocean Conservancy Ocean Conservancy is a nonprofit environmental advocacy group which helps formulate ocean policy at the federal and state government levels based on peer reviewed science. oceanconservancy.org The Ocean Cleanup Environmental Organization The Ocean Cleanup is a non-government engineering environmental organization based in the Netherlands, that develops technology to extract plastic pollution from the oceans. theoceancleanup.com Ocean Blue Project Ocean Blue Project is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect and conserve the world's ocean, beaches, and rivers, through education and cleaning efforts. It offers resources for clean rivers, and lowering pollution. oceanblueproject.org‎ By Markin Abras, Special thanks to Wikipedia for textual inserts. Special thanks to Denyse Mitterhofer for "fish illustration/gif". Denyse is a designer and illustrator with expertise in animation. For project inquiries and to learn more visit denysemitterhofer.com.

Pain and discomfort can be alleviated by chiropractic adjustments to specific regions of your musculoskeletal system (your tendons, muscles, bones and ligaments). Treatment with chiropractors has been linked to increased mental and physical well-being. Achieving and maintaining a state of well-being requires deliberate action and intention. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to let yourself get taken up by the stressors of daily life. Fortunately, there are ways to promote general well-being through holistic means, such as chiropractic care. 1. Enhanced Digestion If you are experiencing discomfort in your digestive tract, you are not likely feeling at your best. Studies suggest spine misalignment and misplaced joints might affect GI function. Research has shown that manipulative therapy can reduce the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and also increase intestinal motility. Chiropractic therapy may aid digestion in various ways: Increased Blood Flow - Your gastrointestinal relies on a good supply of blood flow to keep it running smoothly. Chiropractic adjustments can help improve arterial blood flow, which benefits the entire GI tract. Decreased Stress - If stressed out, your body's natural responses will shut down your digestive tract so that your body can focus on other things. Chiropractic care can help to reduce the stress response and its effects on the body. 2. Increased Stability and Posture Improvement Chiropractic care relieves stress on the joints and ligaments in the spine. It can help improve posture and sustain a healthy spinal curvature; a neutral spinal curvature allows optimal nerve flow and a free range of motion throughout the body. Improvement in posture can also reduce the risk of neck and back pain and many other health issues. Studies have shown that having poor posture can increase feelings of depression and anxiety. Thus, improving your posture can help to maintain a healthy emotional state. 3. Strengthen Your Immunity A chiropractor can help boost your immune system with adjustments, vitamins and minerals, and other holistic treatment methods. Chiropractic care has increased the body's white blood cell count, indicating improved immune system function. The spinal column houses the central nervous system, which regulates the immune system. When the spine is misaligned, it causes the surrounding nerves to compress, which interrupts the immune system. 4. Decreases Stress Maintaining a healthy body and mind is crucial to achieving a state of well-being. The state of our nervous system can have a significant effect on the way we manage stress. It can also affect our ability to sleep well and regulate our emotions and general quality of life. Studies have shown that chiropractic care can help to reduce stress and anxiety. It is likely because chiropractors often use non-invasive and drug-free methods during treatment. Through adjustments, SnapCrack - Miami Lakes chiropractor can reduce muscle tension and improve blood flow, which helps to regulate cortisol levels in the body. Cortisol is the hormone that your body releases in response to stress. You can also use chiropractic adjustments to treat headaches and migraines. 5. Relieves Pain The structural changes that chiropractic care produces in the body can help reduce pain symptoms. These structural changes in the joints and spine can also improve joint mechanics, which can result in a reduction in pain symptoms. Back pain is one of the most commonly occurring pain syndromes among people of all ages. It has been linked to various issues, from muscle strain to misalignment of the spine. Chiropractic care effectively reduces the intensity of back pain in as few as two weeks. Chiropractic care is a holistic approach to health and wellness. It can help you decrease stress and minimize the impact of difficult situations on your mental and physical well-being. It is important to remember that the benefits of chiropractic care are not immediate. Rather, they take time to manifest through consistent treatment. The key to overall well-being is to be open to holistic healing methods and be willing to adjust your approach when necessary. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Unsplash

The community is invited to participate in the sixth annual Kiddo-Ween, presented by Kiddos Magazine in partnership with CityPlace Doral. The free, family-friendly Halloween-inspired event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 29, at CityPlace Doral’s Fountain Plaza, located at 8300 NW 36th Street, Doral, FL 33166. Kiddo-Ween will feature safe trick-or-treating, character appearances, a scary faces photo BOO-th and an amazing Pumpkin Patch station presented by Associate Sponsor Nicklaus Children's Hospital. As part of the celebration, kids will also be able to enjoy a fun zone with balloon artists, arts and crafts, toddler zone presented by Todo Kids Party, reading corner, costume Runway Fashion Show, magic show, Hula Hoop contest presented by entertainment sponsor Storms Tight Windows, music, giveaways and much more! Featuring over 30 exhibitors, and 4,000+ attendees, Kiddo-Ween offers the latest in products and entertainment for children, pre-teens and parents. Kiddo-Ween is free and open to the community. Parking at CityPlace Doral is available at additional charge. When: Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, 2 – 8 p.m. Where: CityPlace Doral – Fountain Plaza 8300 NW 36th St. Doral, FL 33166 Cost: Free and open to the community. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kiddo-ween-party-tickets-401256869097 How: For more information about sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities and how to participate at Kiddo-Ween Party, please contact 786.260-8492 or email vlepere@kiddosmagazine.com For more information, visit www.cityplacedoral.com or call 786.693.1849. Join the conversation and follow CityPlace Doral on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter at @CityPlaceDoral.