• New York

    Unlock the Vibrant Energy of Rio with Monster Rio Punch

    Are you ready to experience a burst of tropical energy like never before? Introducing Monster Rio Punch, a refreshing and invigorating drink that combines carbonated juices, essential vitamins, and our renowned Monster energy blend. Get ready to taste the exotic flavors inspired by the vibrant energy of Rio De Janeiro’s Carnival!

    Monster Rio Punch is not your ordinary energy drink. It’s a perfect fusion of fruity goodness and a powerful energy boost, designed to fuel your adventures and keep you going throughout the day. Whether you’re hitting the gym, exploring the city, or simply need a pick-me-up, Rio Punch is your go-to companion for a taste of the tropics and a surge of energy.

    What sets Rio Punch apart is its unique blend of carbonated juices that tantalize your taste buds with every sip. Imagine the zesty flavors of tropical fruits dancing on your palate, complemented by the revitalizing kick of our signature Monster energy blend. It’s a symphony of flavors that will leave you refreshed and ready to tackle whatever comes your way.

    But Rio Punch isn’t just about great taste – it’s also packed with essential vitamins to support your overall well-being. From Vitamin B to Vitamin C, each can of Rio Punch delivers a dose of nutrients to keep you feeling your best, inside and out.

    Inspired by the epic energy of Rio De Janeiro’s Carnival, Rio Punch embodies the spirit of celebration and excitement. It’s the perfect drink to fuel your passions, unleash your inner energy, and make every moment a memorable adventure.

    So, why settle for ordinary when you can experience the extraordinary with Monster Rio Punch? Grab a can today and taste the exhilarating flavors of Rio, bottled up just for you. Let the carnival of flavors and energy begin!

  • Chicago

    Power Fitness Couple Brings High-Profile Vlaun Method Retreats to Central America

    Publications from the Wall Street Journal to Condé Nast Traveler rave about the popular Vlaun Method Retreats created by fitness power couple Chris and Tracie Vlaun. This year the Vlaun’s are bringing their retreats called, “The Future of Fitness,” to Belize and the Dominican Republic.

    The first is slated for April 11-15, 2024 at Naia Resort & Spa in Belize, and the second at the luxurious Melia Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic from Sept 25-28, 2024.

    By incorporating holistic principles and practices such as yoga and calisthenics into their fitness regimen, the couple has differentiated themselves from the traditional gym-based workout routine. During the retreats, guests will challenge themselves with Tracie’s signature Aeroga Movement classes, cardio-pumping yoga workouts, and Chris’s one-of-a-kind beach boot camps.

    The retreats are for anyone looking to kick-start their fitness routine and learn how to live a wellness lifestyle that promotes healthy aging and balance. All retreats are inclusive of everything but airfare and ground transfers.

    Located in the low-key fishing village of Placencia, Naia Resort and Spa sits on 19-acres of secluded private beachfront. The resort, which was named 2023 Belize Hotel of the Year, infuses local culture into the resort’s décor, cuisine, excursions and spa treatments.

    Sitting on the shores of one of the most beautiful beaches in Punta Cana, The adults-only Melia Punta Cana Beach is a wellness-focused property with rooms designed in partnership with Delos.

     

  • Books

    The Underestimated Power of Writing: Honing Leadership Skills

    The power of writing and storytelling is often overlooked. Teenage author Colton Fidelman is available to speak about sharing ideas/experiences through writing and how it sharpens leadership skills.

    Social media posting and publishing your own book are very different forms of writing, yet both display personal experiences and learning which are paramount to leadership. Expressing yourself, being more vocal, and sharing thoughts are more popular among leaders today. They greatly benefit from keeping journals, writing books, and sharing their stories, challenges, and triumphs.

    Colton Fidelman is the teen author of the new book The Teenage Guide to Becoming Successful – The TICK TOCK Formula for Life, Relationships, and Careers. He can share more on his journey, becoming a young author, and more on the following:

    • How to collect information, analyze it, and express it clearly and concisely to keep readers engaged.
    • How a well-written piece can boost the image of the writer.
    • How writing is underestimated, and how it can inspire people and personal growth.
    • Ways writing is an essential tool for personal communication and introspection.
  • Bitty

    Triple Paste: The Trusted Choice from Cheek to Cheek

    Move over slugging, it’s all about face basting.  A New York City dermatologist has touted “face basting” to be the next level of slugging, coining the technique to mean applying a diaper cream to the face at night, after cleansing and when skin is feeling dry. The dermatologist advocates Triple Paste as the diaper cream of choice, joining pediatricians who recommend the brand for soothing baby diaper rash.

    Amazon.com: Triple Paste Diaper Rash Cream for Baby - 16 Oz Tub - Zinc  Oxide Ointment Treats, Soothes and Prevents Diaper Rash -  Pediatrician-Recommended Hypoallergenic Formula with Soothing Botanicals :  Baby

    “Butt, what about your face?” Social media videos on TikTok show using a zinc oxide-based diaper rash cream all over your face at night can help awaken to skin as soft and smooth as a baby’s butt. Other videos show how Triple Paste worked best on kids for diaper blowouts due to its soothing oat kernel extracts and cornstarch, as well as being free from fragrance and talc.

    “We’ve always known that caregivers trust the Triple Paste brand to treat diaper rash but were delightfully surprised to see the innovative usage of “face basting” because it offers a fantastic two-fer solution.” says Janice Li, Head of Marketing for Triple Paste. “As a mom myself, I love multi-purpose products. What’s good for baby is also good for mom!”

    The face basting social media videos show the versatility and benefits of using diaper cream as a facial skincare product due to the tendency of diaper creams to have skin protectants and emollients. Face basting with diaper cream is a must-try for parents and skincare enthusiasts seeking a unique, dual-purpose approach to achieve radiant and healthy-looking skin for themselves and their babies.

    Triple Paste has been trusted by pediatricians to be there for parents and caregivers when it comes to diaper rashes. Made with just the right amount of non-nano zinc oxide, soothing oat extract, and glycerin, Triple Paste offers exceptional efficacy and gentleness from “cheek to cheek”. Triple Paste ointments are hypoallergic and free from fragrances, parabens, phthalates, talc, and dyes. The long-lasting barrier creams seal out moisture, protect and restore irritated skin, and promote healing. Safe for everyday use, Triple Paste offers gentle and effective solutions for diaper rash needs.

    Triple Paste offers a portfolio of rash creams to meet the expanding need of parents and babies:

    • Triple Paste Original Diaper Rash Ointment: a pediatrician-recommended diaper rash ointment that features a triple action formula to treat all diaper rashes from mild to severe, soothing baby’s bum, preventing future rashes from occurring. Its gentle yet effective formula combines 12.8% non-nano zinc oxide with nourishing oat extract and glycerin to provide fast-acting relief while forming a protective barrier against future irritations. Available in tubes for diaper changes on the go and jars for home use.
    • Triple Paste 3X Max Diaper Rash Ointment: a maximum-strength zinc oxide ointment for stubborn and severe diaper rashes, working to prevent, treat, and soothe raw, irritated skin. With 40% zinc oxide, this formulation contains three times more zinc oxide than the original Triple Paste formula to protect and heal severe cases of rash.
    • Triple Paste Sheer Zinc Diaper Rash Ointment: great for both baby butt cheeks and your face, this multi-purpose ointment is formulated with 12.8% zinc oxide to prevent, treat, and soothe raw, irritated skin caused by mild to moderate diaper rashes. Its creamy texture makes for easier application and less mess, rubbing in clear with minimal residue. It’s also safe to use as a multi-purpose skincare solution on other areas of the body, like for drool rash, heat rash, or dry spots.

     

    Triple Paste invites parents and skincare enthusiasts alike to experience face basting. For more information about Triple Paste, visit us on Instagram, Facebook, or at www.triplepaste.com.

    About Triple Paste:

    Triple Paste is a gentle zinc oxide medicated diaper rash ointment that soothes, treats, and prevents red, irritated skin caused by diaper rash without harsh chemicals or unnecessary ingredients. Recommended by pediatricians and tested by dermatologists, Triple Paste is the premium choice to provide lasting relief from raw, irritated skin in a skin treatment safe for everyday use.

  • Beauty

    CLARINS MULTI-ACTIVE: A CUTTING-EDGE SOLUTION TO COMBAT STRESS-AGEING

    Clarins, the world-renowned French beauty brand, shakes up skincare with New Multi-Active: a revolutionary day and night duo designed to combat stress-induced ageing and restore youthful radiance, 24/7.  I had the opportunity to try the day/night cream from this collection and love its luxurious feel. It has made a difference in just one week’s time.

    New Clarins Multi-Active Day and Night

    After years of research, Clarins Laboratories identified the detrimental effects of stress and fatigue on the skin, commonly referred to as stress-ageing1. Through meticulous typology studies, the research team uncovered eight2 visible signs of aging intensified by hectic lifestyles and daily stressors which accelerate the natural aging process.

    The research revealed that stress triggers a thinning of the epidermis, compromising the skin’s barrier function and altering its texture. In stressful conditions, up to a 24% reduction in epidermal thickness was observed. Moreover, increased stress levels slow down the renewal of epidermal cells, leading to visible premature signs of aging: dullness, wrinkles, fine lines, and rough skin texture. Additionally, decreased fibroblast activity in the dermal layer results in diminished collagen and elastin production, essential for maintaining skin firmness.

    To conclude, these two studies revealed how stress and lack of sleep visibly accentuate 8 signs of ageing2:

    +9.5% Increase in the size of pores +14.2% A more uneven complexion +16.4% More hollow features +15% Severity of wrinkles and fine lines3
    +20.3% Overall look of fatigue -13.4% Drop in skin tone +12% Increase in insensible water loss – skin prone to dehydration -2.4% Less luminosity4
    1. Phenomenon responsible for skin ageing linked to stress caused by the pace of life. | 2. Size of pores, skin tone, severity of wrinkles and fine lines, overall look of fatigue, look of facial features, skin radiance, uniformity of the complexion, hydration. | 3.Clinical typology study on 73 women aged 25-40, for 6 months. 4. Clinical typology study on 41 women aged 35-50, after 5 hectic days.

    Introducing New Multi-Active: The Ultimate Solution

    Harnessing the power of cutting-edge ingredients (90% ingredients of natural origin), the Multi-Active range empowers the skin to reclaim an healthy, youthful glow while smoothing fine lines and redefining skin texture.

    Clarins Innovation: The Skin Charger Complex

    At the heart of the Multi-Active range lies the Skin Charger Complex, a pioneering blend enriched with:

    • 2% Niacinamide: Also known as Vitamin B3, this potent anti-ageing molecule visibly smoothes fine lines, and refines skin texture.
    • Sea Holly Extract: This resilient plant thrives in adverse conditions, serving as a bio-inspiration for Clarins. It helps to reinforce the skin’s moisture barrier and target the first visible signs of aging.

    Together, this supercharged complex delivers an immediate healthy-looking glow, the skin barrier is reinforced all while providing 24 hrs hydration.

    After 28 days of using Multi Active Day and Night Duo:

    Lines and wrinkles are visibly reduced by 34%**  + 36.4%* visibly smoother skin 93% skin is smoother*** 88% more looks more even***
    +7.5%* more even complexion -50%**  visibly reduced signs of stress 92% skin is firmer***  86% skin looks less tired***
    -10.8%* visibly minimized pores8 46%** visibly reduced signs of fatigue 91% skin is more radiant***  86% skin texture is refined and more even*** 
    90% skin quality is visibly improved***

    *Clinical study – Multi-Active Day Cream – All Skin Types – 32 women – 28 days **Self-evaluation – Multi-Active Day Cream – All Skin Types – 104 women – 28 days ***Consumer test – Multi-Active Day Cream – All Skin Types – 105 women

    Multi-Active line is also enriched with:

    • Organic Teasel extract* revitalizes to boost skin’s glow.
    • Organic Strawberry Tree Fruit extract* refines skin texture and visibly tightens pores.
    • Betaine moisturizes and plumps the skin’s surface.
    • Anti-aging tetrapeptide helps visibly firm while renewing skin overnight (Night cream)
    • Clarins’ Anti-Pollution Complex of Organic White Horehound, Furcellaria and Nipplewort extracts helps minimize damage from environmental pollutants—indoors and out—including skin-aging blue lights from electronics.

    *Organic ingredients are produced in accordance with European regulation (CE 2018/848).

    Multi-Active day offers rich, melting textures that are infused with an energizing, mood-boosting scent of Lily of the Valley, White Flowers, Rose, Musk, and Cedarwood. While Multi-Active Night’s soft, cocooning texture is infused with a soothing, calming scent of Bergamot, Rose, Jasmin, Hyacinth, Orris, Musk, Cedarwood, and Amber to help you get a good night’s rest.  The line is available for AST and Dry Skin.

    Clarins T.R.U.S.T.: A one-of-a-kind commitment for better, safer skincare

    Clarins’ T.R.U.S.T. initiative (Traceability. Responsibility. Uniqueness. Security. Transparency.) provides full traceability of the ingredients that go into our Multi-Active products—from farm to formula through blockchain technology.

    Clarins Multi-Active Line is available on www.clarins.com and at all official retailers, including Sephora, Ulta Beauty and Amazon.

    ABOUT CLARINS

    Celebrating 70 years Clarins , was founded in a professional Parisian beauty institute by Jacques Courtin-Clarins in 1954. Clarins has family-owned and is distributed in more than 140 countries—offering skincare innovations for face and body, men’s, and makeup. With unique expertise in Phyto-chemistry, Clarins Laboratories are considered pioneers in the fields of plant science and technology. The brand values are rooted in an ongoing dialogue with consumers, an abiding respect for nature and people, and commitments to sustainable sourcing, including Le Domaine Clarins—our organic farm and open-air laboratory in the French Alps. Clarins is accelerating its sustainable actions to become a Certified B Corporation by 2025. Currently carbon neutral, the company will further reduce its carbon footprint by 30% and become 100% plastic neutral using 100% recyclable packaging by 2025. Partners include: Pur Projet—more than 756,000 trees planted to date; Plastic Odyssey—a three-year expedition across three continents with 30 stopovers to fight against plastic pollution; and Mary’s Meal—more than 43 million school meals provided to children in need by the end of 2024.

  • Las Vegas

    14th Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act

    Congresswoman Dina Titus will join For Our Future Nevada, Protect Our Care Nevada and health care advocates to celebrate the 14th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act and discuss how Nevadans have benefitted from the law, which expanded access to quality, affordable health care. The historic legislation eliminated lifetime caps, expanded Medicaid, and secured protections for millions of people living with pre-existing conditions.

    Speakers will also highlight ongoing attacks on health care, and celebrate the historic investments to secure the future of Nevadans’ health care.
    Congresswoman Dina Titus

    Information about the event: 

    WHO:
    Congresswoman Dina Titus
    For Our Future Nevada
    Protect Our Care Nevada

    WHAT:

    Press conference and rally to celebrate and protect the Affordable Care Act

    WHEN:
    SATURDAY, March 23, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.

    WHERE:

    Martin Luther King Jr. Statue at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior Center
    2420 N M.L.K. Blvd.
    North Las Vegas, NV 89032