Smart Watch

I have heard and seen a lot about smart watches so i was lucky enough to purchase one and this is the first Bluetooth watch i own.
The 5ive Bluetooth Smart Watch U80 Wrist Watch Sport sits perfectly in the packaging when you take the lid of the white box.

Under the watch sits a USB cable and the leaflet that will let you know all the information you will need to know to function this little gadget.
The watch didn't arrive charged so i plugged the USB cable into the side of the watch and the other end into a standard USB interface plug.
The time it took to fully charge was around two hours so i didn't have to wait too long!
Once charged you push the button on the side which is the power button and you are greeted by a welcome screen with a lovely tune.

The display on this watch is great and readable even outside and you can adjust the brightness and home screen to a few colours of your choice.
Different options to click on are
Bluetooth, Dial, Short message, Phone book, Call history, BT notification, BT music, Tools, Long distance capture, Step counter,
Drink, Rest, Sleep monitor, Anti-theft, Power save mode.
All work well by pressing gently on the screen and appear quick on the screen with no lagging.

In the setting mode there are settings to change to your liking these range from:
Clock, Tone mode, Volume, Language, Display,Check the battery level, Bluetooth settings and Reset factory settings.
All these settings work really well and you can change these to suit your tastes.

The watch strap is rubbery but feels smooth and comfortable to wear, the watch doesn't feel heavy around the wrist.
You do need to download "smile notification" onto your phone and "BT notification" from the google play store to use the watch to its full potential.
By doing this you will be able to receive messages and access the camera etc and make calls when it is paired to your phone by Bluetooth.
ONE TIP i would suggest is when you have downloaded the two apps and the watch is connected by Bluetooth you may get a message still stating to download the BT notification, all you have to do is go to the watch settings and find reset. After it has reset and you turn the watch back on everything will work just fine!
The volume on this watch is excellent and produces a loud sound when playing music and even making a call!
This being my first Bluetooth watch I'm quite pleased with it, just remember its an extension from your phone when you cant reach it!
This work's excellent with my Samsung Galaxy s5 and i found the watch easy to set up and use, when I'm on the go and my phone is in my pocket or bag, this will let me know who has messaged me or calling me. If i want to call someone my phone book appears or i use the easy to use dial screen and the sound is really clear to hear someone or when im talking to that person. 
Great to stay in contact with people!
This watch is great for people who want to get into the smart watch technology and at the fraction of the price of other smart watches you cant really complain for what the 5ive Bluetooth Smart Watch U80 has to offer.         X Neal.

Floating Jewellery Charms

What is great about Jewellery pieces is they can add a unique touch to any outfit of your choice.

Accessorising using jewellery can either compliment an outfit and bring a look your wanting to achieve, together. If your wanting to make a statement with your jewellery pieces, than down playing an outfit, can really make your jewellery be the centre pieces of your look from day or night.
A Touch of Dazzle offer great pieces to either work with your outfit or make the item of jewellery stand out and be noticed.

Arrives in a really nice gift box with a bow on the lid.
Once opened your be amazed on just how stunning this piece of jewellery is, sitting securely in the box.
The shine on this metal with the diamonds placed around the circle give this piece a stunning look.
The clear see through window helps make the charms stand out and being see through on both sides, it wont matter if the circle faces the wrong way when wearing it.

To open there is a little groove on the side that is really easy to open and to close, they fit back together securely.
What is great about this stunning piece is that it is suitable for any occasion or age range.
What is also great is you can change the charms to suit your own personal taste or someone Else's to reflect their personality.
There is enough room to add as many charms inside as you like as its comes with seven charms already.

The chain that comes with it is quite long and easily adjustable to suit your personal length on how you wear your necklaces.
If your interested in purchasing like i did or checking out there collection, then head on over to 
A Touch of Dazzle it would make a lovely gift for yourself or for someone else. 
                                          X Neal.

Rihanna Smells

The sixth fragrance from Rihanna called RiRi was launched late summer in 2015.

What is different from the rest of the scents rihanna has launched is the new design of the bottle.

The pink bottle with the metal gold head stopper brings a sense of character of luxury and uniqueness that make this bottle stand out not only from the scents previously launched by rihanna but also the bottles in your own collection.

RiRi is different to the other scents you might own already from rihanna, so you wont be disappointed by having two differently named scents that smell the same.  

RiRi top notes:

Mandarin, Cassis, Rum and Passion Fruit.

The heart:

Pink Freesia, Jasmine, Orange Blossom and Honeysuckle.

The base notes:

Indonesian Sandalwood, Skin Musk, Siam Benzoin and Vanilla.

On first spray you will instantly smell a unique sweetness and fruitiness coming from the passion fruit and mandarin, The hint of rum stop RiRi from running away with itself with that initial fruit blast.

The Floral heart which consists of sweet flowers, help bring a softness to this scent which helps this scent become unique in its own way and bring a mature element to stop this scent from smelling like a fruity sugar bomb disaster.

The base brings even more maturity adding sophisticated depth with a musky vanilla to transform this scent to compliment any season or occasion.

RiRi stays seductively close to the skin but lets you know its still on you, from its comforting aroma throughout the day or night. 

I was lucky enough to get my hands on the RiRi set that arrives in a black lid with gold box.

Inside you are greeted by a pink inlay of the box, working with the pink bottle coloured theme.

You receive a bath/shower gel and a body lotion that smells just like the Eau de Parfum.

What is great about Rihanna's scents are each one is completely different and unique. 

RiRi does have some resemblements to that typical celebrity scent, but if you like sweet, fruity, vanilla or soft florals all complimenting and working together, than this is one to add to your collection!

Hopefully Rogue man will be more available here in the UK, to smell just how great that scent will be.

                                                                X Neal.

bee venom

I have heard a lot about this new beauty trend so when i saw the bee venom by GIVERELDI reduced to a great price i had to try.
A 50 ml pot greeted me in a box that had some great information on it to help the user if they needed it.
The bee venom stem cell active day cream with manuka honey, royal jelly and hibiscus extract claims to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and will leave skin smooth and plumped.
A patch test is recommended before using this product and if you are allergic to a bee sting then it states, do not use!
Enriched with stem cell extracts obtained from Hibiscus flower, Apple fruit, Gotu kola and Grapeseed, the day cream provides gentle exfoliation to assist in the natural renewal process of your skin.
Bee venom, royal jelly and manuka honey are natural products made by bees. Fortified with these ingredients the formula moisturises, promotes suppleness and firms your skin for a youthful look.
Apply to a cleansed face massaging gently using a circular motion. Wait three minutes for the cream to absorb before applying any sunscreen or makeup.
This does have an SPF in it which is SPF 25.

The handy pot does arrive with a little spatula which is ideal on using, when testing the cream on a small part of your skin.
Now the cream is of a white colour and thick consistency which means u only need a little of this cream to cover a large part of skin surface on your face.
The first thing i noticed is the lovely consistency of the cream and feels very springy when you first put your finger into the pot.
This cream glides over your skin with ease and absorbs really well. Now the scent is a little like sudocrem which i dont mind as i have smelt worse scents in skincare products, enough to put me off that much, i quickly put the lid back on them quick sharp and they then take up space never to be used again.

I haven't used this cream as a day cream but found this cream really excellent to use at night!
My skin feels perfectly nourished and moisturised and the next morning my skin looks plumped with a clear refined skin tone.
You can also use this with other moisturisers to add even more luxury to your skin routine at night.
My only con about this product, I wish they did a bigger pot! 
I would say you do have to use a product more than once to see results but on first use, over night my skin felt instantly better! If your looking for a luxury cream to add to your skin routine the bee venom by GIVERELDI is highly recommended. 
Just remember to do a patch test first! X Neal.

Wash Your Own Clothes

Simply laundry detergents are suitable for the whole family, even those with sensitive skin.
Simply Pure and Simply Sensitive are soft tabs that you place into the draw of your washing machine.
When reading the packet it does state to use one but on heavily soiled clothes you can use two.
The little soft tabs have a protective film that when in contact with water will dissolve immediately getting to work on your washing even quicker! 
Some brands can take up to seven minutes until their soft tabs dissolve making a washing cycle not so great at washing your clothes.
When using both products to wash clothes i found the soft tabs had completely gone in the draw and i waited to see at the end of the wash if these really do get to work and can efficiently wash any dirt, stains away.
You know what its like, especially in a family, when one person plays sport and you have a toddler that seems to find rubbing food into their outfit quite fun.
Loading a washing machine with the culprit clothes to find when the cycle has ended, that the outfits are still stained and your left in a washing cycle nightmare of your own.

I used simply pure and was amazed on how well these cleaned the clothes and yes, even on a quick cycle! Also what surprised me was on how lightly fragranced the clothes were left with, not over powering or a heavy scent but a clean light fragrance!

The simple sensitive i was really excited to use as having sensitive skin i have to be careful what i wash my clothes in. Using a wrong brand can leave my skin itchy, red and just not great at all! 
The simply sensitive not only clean great and return clothes to a clean wearable state but there is no residue left on the clothes to aggravate any sensitive skin out there, Bonus!
The simply range is also environmentally friendly when the water leaves your washing machine and also the packaging can be recycled. The products are not tested on animals.

The pros:
1. 24 Tabs to a pack which is 24 washes.
2. Excellent results at low temperature wash.
3. Dermatological tested.
4. No residue left on clothes after wash.
5. A light fragrance that smells inviting.

Simply washing is available at Sainsbury's, Holland & Barrett and just recently amazon. Thanks to simply for sending me your excellent washing products to blog about! Now u have no excuse not to wash your own clothes!     X Neal.

Sleep with the S+ by ResMed

Sleep problems can affect anyone at anytime and this can be due to many reasons.
Now from one of the worlds leading producers of sleep medical equipment comes a personalised sleep solution the S+ by ResMed.
ResMed has been helping people with sleep apnea and other respiratory conditions achieve a better sleep, better health and better quality of life. 
The S+ by ResMed can help change your sleeping behaviour by providing personalised advice as well as some easy solutions to help you gain a good nights sleep.

The S+ arrives and instantly you are given key information on the box sleeve. 
SMART TECHNOLOGY:
There is no need for a wrist band or mattress strip as the smart technology this arrives with, it can measure your breathing and physical movements with ease.
IMPROVE YOUR ROOM:
You can improve your bedroom environment through feedback on how light, noise and temperature are affecting your sleep.
RELAX TO SLEEP:
A choice of rhythmic sounds that synchronise with your breathing, slowing it down to help you fall asleep more easily.
MIND CLEAR:
Clear your mind by recording the things you need to do tomorrow.
START REFRESHED:
A smart alarm gently wakes you from light sleep within a time window that you choose, helping you feel more refreshed.
PERSONALISED ADVICE:
Through monitoring and analysis of your sleep.
The S+ easily can be synced with your smart phone or tablet.

The pod easily sits in the frame and must be situated or placed above the level of your mattress so the sensor technology can monitor your breathing and body movement whilst also measuring the light and temperature levels, as these can affect your sleep.
The USB power cable supplied fits into the back of the pod and the other end into the power supply plug. Before turning on make sure you download the S+ BY ResMed app which is available in the Apple App or Google Play store and can be found by searching "S+ by ResMed". I found the app easily when i searched this in the Google Play store and it took under a minute to download. 
Once the app is downloaded, all you need to do is register and answer some quick questions about your sleeping patterns and lifestyle, by doing this you will get tailored feedback specifically for you.
Plug the pod into a power source and you will notice a red light which tells you it is not connected to your phone or tablet.
Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and once you are in the app it will successfully pair with the pod and the red light will turn to green.
I found setting up the pod and also using the app really easy and i was set up and ready to go in ten minutes. To get an accurate reading, the pod must be positioned by being angled towards your chest and also there must not be any obstacles so the pod can record your breathing and any movements made.
The pod being in the frame allows it to be angled and moved with ease, fitting into any set up you have in your bedroom.
Once everything is set up and positioned you are now ready to start monitoring your sleep.
You open the app, tap sleep and answer some questions about your day. It will ask you how stressful your day has been, how much caffeine have you had and how much exercise have you taken. 
The light on your phone will dim and your now ready to go to sleep. Once you have woken you select "stop tracking" on your phone or tablet and this will end the sleep monitoring. Its that easy!

The S+ app will then show you a score and a chart detailing your sleep. The S+ mentor will send you a message letting you know how well you have done and if there are any improvements that need to be made. On the second night of results you can see the difference from the results above to the ones shown here.

I think this is a really great product that combines technology to help solve any sleep problems you might be experiencing and it will help to identify what they might be. Thank you ResMed for sending me your product to review. 
I feel my sleep has improved and you can also improve your sleep with the S+ by ResMed.  X Neal.

Office To Casual - Menswear

Heading to the office in your work outfit knowing you have a happy hour after work can be a little daunting in the fashion department.
You are wanting to look the part in the office but after work, your wanting to achieve a look that doesn't represent you in the same way.
Many ways can be added or taken away to achieve a more casual look to your outfit as soon as you know its time to clock off and head to the meeting place your colleagues or friends will be at.
Depending on what your work attire is, from a suit to a casual but smart look, i will show you some tips and tricks!
If your looking to switch between smart to casual, blazers are a great way to achieve this! Blazers can add an element of the business man persona but recently they have come to the fashion forefront by teaming them with a casual outfit. You could hide a printed sleeve shirt by wearing the blazer around the office but once your at your casual event you can lose the blazer to achieve this.

Sweaters are a great item of clothing that can transform your work outfit to casual in an instance.
Wearing them alone with the shirt collar being seen or rolling up the sleeves and untucking the shirt whilst ditching the tie, are just a few tips for the casual look.

Casual jackets teamed with the formal look can help you in quick time to achieve your casual look with no worries, its all about experimenting with causal jackets with your formal wear and see what works best for you. As you can see these varsity jackets add a casual look to a formal outfit.

Accessories can add any touch to an outfit as you wish. Plus they can be switched or changed without compromising your whole outfit for that day. Scarves can add an instant casual look as well as messenger bags that can be carried or over the shoulder for the more casual look.

One of the hottest fashion trends and quick fix to take the formal look to casual in an instance is swapping your work shoes for trainers! A instant casual but smart look is achieved by this simple trick!

It is entirely up to you as i believe fashion is a choice and your the rule maker. Mix and match different clothing and assess what items work and what don't. 
Achieving a casual look from the office can be achieved with your own personal style and in quick time! If your looking for a suit to help you achieve any of these looks or compliment your own style, TM Lewin has you covered. X Neil.