7 Things You Should Know About Sunscreen Protection

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When you think you already know the ins and outs of sunscreen – here come new findings and information on what it really does to your skin, why you should use it, and when you need it most.Apart from the universal knowledge on SPF numbers, there is more than meets the eye about the sun and its effects that you should consider before choosing your next sunscreen product.

Read up on the 7 things that will change how you view, choose,and use your sunscreen product.

1. Sunscreen is not only intended for summer or at the beach. Dermatologists worldwide recommend the daily use of sunscreen.

2. UV filters in make-up are not enough for daily protection. Sunscreen in cosmetics normally protects your skin against one type of UV radiation only. Plus, makeup products are not applied on regular intervals within the day, so you don’t really get the right level of sun protection stated on the pack.

3. It is known that there are 2 kinds of UV radiation from the sun that affect your skin: UVB, which mainly affects the outer layers of the skin and known to be the main cause of sunburns; and UVA radiation which penetrates deeper into the skin with long-term and oxidative damaging effects such as DNA damage, premature aging and higher risks of skin cancer. However, did you know that besides UV radiation, the sun also produces Infrared (IR) radiation that triggers collagen degradation which leads to wrinkles, sagging and adverse heat effects?

Lamudi Records Six-Month Growth Spurt to Mark First Anniversary

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Congratulations to the fast-growing leading property portal Lamudi as they celebrate their first birthday this week. The leading property website focusing on the emerging markets has more than doubled in size in six months since its launch last 2013. The company grew by 116 percent between April and September this year. The number of listings on the website now totals more than 670,000 properties to buy or rent, spread across 28 countries around the world.

Lamudi has maintained a leading position within key regions, particularly Asia even as competition over the online property space within the emerging markets has intensified. More than half the property listings from across the Lamudi network come from its Asian websites, namely Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar and Sri Lanka.

In April, Lamudi received US$7 million in investment to grow its operations in Asia. The company is now the leading property portal in Bangladesh and the Philippines.

Lamudi was founded on October 13, 2013, by German startup incubator Rocket Internet. The property platform was launched in 16 countries one year ago and has since grown to cover 28 countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America.

Power Mac Center Celebrates 20th Anniversary

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Power Mac Center, a premiere Apple partner, celebrates their 20 sensational years of providing the almighty Apple experience to its many satisfied customers in its many cool branches all over the country. It has amazingly remained at the forefront of the consumer electronic industry regardless of other

A well-deserved night of celebration dubbed as 20 Sensational Years was held at the Ayala Museum last October 13, 2014. The intimate and exclusive event was for the VIPs and valuable partners of the premier Apple partner in the Philippines. , the evening program is set to chronicle the illustrious two decades of Power Mac Center and how it has transformed the lifestyle consumer electronics industry in the country using Apple technology coupled with the company’s passion and commitment to deliver a complete Apple experience to the Filipino consumer.

20 Sensational Years likewise captured the allure of​ art as it blends seamlessly with technology to create a beautiful and dynamic mosaic of visual presentations, art installations, interactive booths and performance art to highlight Power Mac Center’s remarkable heritage. Power Mac Center recently launched its Experience 20 Anniversary Campaign which gives patrons the chance to win one of 20 epic experiences taking place on a national scale. Experience 20 is Power Mac Center’s way of thanking its beloved customers who have chosen to share the Apple experience with the country’s most reliable Apple partner. The special anniversary campaign runs until Oct. 31.