All About Watches

All about watches

Quartz watches, the most common type of watches, offer accuracy and stability. A small piece of quartz oscillates at more than 32,000 vibrations per second to ensure accurate timekeeping, which explains why quartz watches only lose about 10 seconds of time per month. Plus, quartz watches do not require winding and you only need to replace the battery once every one or two years. Quartz watch faces also come in several styles: analog, digital, and anidigi.

Analog quartz watches: Analog watch faces have numbers, Roman numerals, or tick marks indicating intervals of time while digital faces provide an exact readout in hours and minutes.

Digital quartz watches: Digital watches often have extra features such as depth sensors, Global Positioning System (GPS), altimeters, calculators, phone books, and compasses.

Anidigi quartz watches: Anidigi watch faces include the numeric elements of an analog watch face as well as a digital display.


Evaluate Watch Features

When you look at watches, find out if they come with extra features you may want.

Watches with calendars: Day date watches display the date and day of the week. Full calendar watches display the date, day of the week, and month.

Chronograph watches: Chronographs act as a stopwatch or use a meter to measure elapsed time. Chronographs can also come in split seconds format to measure two time segments simultaneously or consecutively.

Water resistant watches: Usually described on the dial or back of the case, a watch's water resistance is measured in feet, meters, or atmospheres (ATM). Watches that are water resistant up to 30 meters are splash-proof. Water resistance up to 50 meters indicates that you can wear the watch in the shower. A water resistance rating of 100 meters indicates that you can wear a watch swimming. Watches with a water resistance rating of 200 meters can be worn scuba diving.

Watches with repeaters: Watches with a repeater announce the time through a series of chimes when you press a button.

World time watches: Watches with a world time feature indicate time in all time zones around the world. You can often choose the name of a major city in a certain time zone to see the time in that time zone.


Maintaining Your Watch

Watch the temperature: Never leave your watch in extreme hot or cold temperatures.

Stay away from magnets: Do not expose quartz watches to magnets.

Keep your watch clean: Clean your watch regularly to remove sweat, dirt, and oil. Wipe the crystal, case, and band with a soft cloth. Leather bands benefit from skin oil, but you still want to remove excess dirt. Clean metal bands with soap, water, and a soft brush if needed.

Take your mechanical watch to the pros: Take your mechanical watch to a professional when gears need cleaning and for regular gear maintenance every three to five years.

And of course, careful using will be the most important.


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All About Perfumes

1. What is the difference between Perfume, Eau de Parfum (EDP), Eau de Toilette (EDT), and Eau de Cologne (EDC)?

The differences are simply a matter of the amount or concentration of oils in the fragrance. These oils are called "juice." The highest concentration of "juice" is in perfume (or parfum). Next would be Eau de Parfum, then Eau de Toilette, and finally Eau de Cologne. Actually, Eau de Toilette and Eau de Cologne are generally interchangeable, particularly in Men's fragrances. After Shave has the least amount of oils. The higher the concentration of "juice" the longer your fragrance will last, and the less you need to apply.

2. Why do some fragrances seem to last much longer than others?

People with dry skin usually find their fragrance holding time shorter than those with oily skin because oily skin has more natural moisture to hold in the fragrance. PH levels (amount of acidity in our skin) also varies slightly from person to person. Our individual levels of PH will determine how each ingredient in a fragrance will react.

3. How can I make my scent last longer?

Fragrance lasts longer on some people than on others because of differences in our skin (oily or dry) and in our PH levels. To achieve a longer effect, try layering your fragrance. Using the fragrance bath gel, (if the company offers one), then the moisturizer or powder, and then the Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum or Eau de Cologne, will usually have a longer lasting effect. Also, apply your fragrance low on the body, as well as behind your ears and on your neck, so that the scent rises and you won't lose it as quickly. A light spray on the hair can last all day.

4. What is the difference between a splash and a spray?

There is absolutely no difference in the fragrance. The difference is in the application only. However, a spray bottle, being ostensibly sealed all the time, may actually have a longer shelf life. Making the decision between spray and splash is entirely a matter of personal preference.

5. Why does fragrance contain alcohol?

Alcohol makes the fragrance emanate from your skin. Without alcohol, you would be the only person who knew you were wearing any fragrance at all.

6. What do fragrance notes refer to?

Fragrances are comprised of many different scents, these scents are called "notes." ? Top notes are very light and last just a few minutes (5-10 minutes). ? Middle notes become apparent in about 15 minutes after application. These can last up to an hour or more. ? Bottom notes are the heavier ingredients. These last the longest, usually for several hours. How can I keep my fragrance from going bad? Keep all fragrance in a cool, dry area, and away from windows as sunlight can unbalance the various ingredients. An opened bottle should be kept in its box to insure a longer shelf life.

7. How can I keep my fragrance from going bad?

Keep all fragrance in a cool, dry area, and away from windows as sunlight can unbalance the various ingredients. An opened bottle should be kept in its box to insure a longer shelf life.

8. Why does a fragrance last longer on some people?

Blondes or people with light skin have a tendency towards dry skin, and fragrances are basically oils that will be absorbed by the skin like moisturizers. To help your fragrance last longer use a matching body lotion or unscented body lotion to apply to pulse points before applying your fragrance.

9. Why do fragrances smell differently on different people?

Body chemistry, diet and age affect fragrances on their skin. Also, fragrance consists of many essential oils. Certain essential oils have affinity to our skin, and they may be absorbed while other may not. This creates an imbalance on the skin and accounts for the difference.

10. How should I or where should I apply fragrance?

Fragrance should be applied to pulse points. This is where the blood vessels are closest to the skin giving off more heat and acting like mini fragrance pumps. Pulse points are the wrist, behind the ear, crook of the arm and knee, base of the throat. Also, for long lasting fragrance spray at the ankles, it allows the fragrance to blossom up.

11. Does perfume need special handling?

Fragrances should be kept away from excessive heat or cold, and to avoid evaporation, the cap must be tightly closed to maintain fragrance integrity. Also, do not expose the fragrance for any length of time to sun light.

12. Are there other uses for a fragrance other than application to the body?

You can put a few drops of your favorite fragrance in a bath or a few drops in the water when washing your lingerie or spray on artificial flowers.

13. How long will a fragrance last on me?

Fragrances are designed to last about 4 hours or so. Some people may notice that a particular fragrance lasts all day but by then it will not smell as it's supposed to. You must re-apply once or twice a day.

14. How long can I keep my fragrance stored?

Fragrances don't last forever. There are certain precautions though that will ensure the quality of the fragrance. Keep the bottle in a dry, dark place. Heat can also destroy a fragrance so keep it from extreme temperatures. Fragrances usually last 3 years from the date they were manufactured

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Earrings For Your Face Shape

Face Shape Round : Wear earrings which are rectangular or long, narrow shapes which lengthen the face, nothing circular earrings, such as hoops, as well as tiny studs and button earrings.

Face Shape Heart: Wear earrings which are round or irregular shapes, nothing that mirror your face shape, such as those that come to a point at the bottom.

Face Shape Square: Wear earrings which are curved shapes that are no longer than they are wide, nothing square, rectangular or harshly angled earrings.

Face Shape Rectangle (Long): Wear wide earrings in round, square or fan shapes, nothing flat or dangling.

Face Shape Oval: Wear earrings which are curved and angular styles, nothing too long and dangling.

Sunglass That Complement Your Face

To find a flattering pair of sunglasses, search for frames that contrast with your face shape. As a general rule of thumb, smaller sunglasses will look best on smaller faces, and larger sunglasses on larger faces. Try a slightly larger frame to add a bit of glamour and mystery to your style.

• Sunglasses for oval faces: Anything goes if you have a balanced oval face, so pick sunglasses that matches your style. Sunglasses with a square frame and soft edges will look great. You can also try experimenting with the latest designs, such as wraparounds or extra-daring, Jackie O-esque retro frames.
  
• Sunglasses for round faces: Choose sunglass styles as wide as or slightly wider than the broadest part of your face. Sunglasses with a rectangular frame or other angular frame with soft edges will help add definition to your face. Sunglasses with double brow bars help pull the eye upward, adding length. Sunglasses with wider frames can help your face look thinner.
  
• Sunglasses for square faces: Soften angles with classic oval sunglass frames or round sunglass frames. For more definition, add feminine flair with curvy, cat-eye sunglasses.
  
• Sunglasses for triangular faces: Accentuate the eye area to draw attention away from a sharp jaw. Choose styles with a straight top line, such as aviator sunglasses or sunglasses with angular frames. Rimless sunglasses can also help lighten your overall look.
  

For maximum effect, choose colors that set off and brighten your skin tone. Pick sunglasses in hues that you love to wear and that look great close to your face. Try to emphasize your favorite feature whenever possible, such as wearing vivid green frames with pale lenses to highlight emerald eyes.

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