As winter is here, the weather is becoming drier, accounting for higher amounts of dust particles in the air. With so much accumulation visible on the pieces of furniture at home, imagine how much dust we are actually inhaling throughout the day!
Air pollution is the greatest environmental threat to public health globally and accounts for an estimated 7 million premature deaths every year . Invisible particles in the air have the capability to penetrate every cell and organ in our bodies, causing acute and chronic diseases including asthma, strokes, heart attacks and dementia. Moreover, many babies also suffer from adverse, long-term impacts of breathing polluted air from their very beginning. On top of that, inhaling such polluted air creates incomparable difficulties for people suffering from respiratory problems and seasonal allergies.
To make things worse, the Air Quality Index (AQI) of Bangladesh (particularly Dhaka), mostly remains around the “Unhealthy” level, causing the city to often being ranked highly among the “most polluted cities in the world”. PM2.5 (tiny particles of 2.5 microns or less in diameter that can cause an array of dangerous health complications ) concentration in Dhaka is mostly seen to be few folds of the WHO annual air quality guideline value .
We may think that we are safe indoors, but turns out that the quality of air outside the house has been found to be better (if not the same as) than inside the house . A number of pollutants including biological pollutants such as dust mites, cockroach parts, bacteria or viruses, pet dander and pollen can be found in the air. Besides, harmful gas and chemicals such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide, etc. are also emitted indoors, catering to the birth or worsening of serious health hazards.
Now the question arises - is there any solution? Fortunately, the answer is yes. Technology has stepped in to introduce easy solutions to such issues, enabling us to breathe safe to live safe. Combatting outdoor air pollution is still a long-term battle to fight, however, a wide range of air purifiers are now available in the market to keep the indoor air clean. Among the available ones in the market, Samsung’s air purifier stands out with its unique offerings. The South Korean tech company’s HEPA Filter and Wi-Fi enabled air purifiers cover relatively larger areas so that you are never out of the safety bubble – be it your home or office!
Moreover, the quality of indoor air can easily be known through the machine’s digital display. A Laser PM Sensor detects the tiniest dust particles (till less than 1.0㎛) and gaseous contaminants. The numeric display then shows the exact level of PM1.0/2.5/10 sized air pollution and highlights how clean the air is with a 4-color Indicator. They have a multi-layered purification process to purify the tiny particles, harmful gases and germs present in the indoor air, by extracting larger dust particles; while an Activated Carbon Deodorization Filter removes harmful gases. The HEPA Filtration with ultrafine dust filter then captures up to 99.97% of 0.3㎛ sized dust. On top of that, their three-way airflow technology ensures germ-free fresh air within moments. Their Auto Mode senses the air pollution level and automatically adjusts the power and fan speed, significantly saving effort and energy use. And making life even easier, these machines can easily be controlled with the SmartThings app.
When buying any tech product, sustainability and quality come first. Hence, buying the best quality air purifier in the market ensures health for you and your family. Keeping that in mind, Samsung is offering three types of air purifiers, with prices ranging from BDT 24,900 to BDT 47,900.
Hence, it is very much possible to tackle indoor air pollution with such technology, truly allowing you to get home after a long day at work to an actual breath of fresh air!
Specializing in modern Technology and Innovation in the fields of Fitness, Fashion and Fabrication, Turaag Active, a brand of Wave Riders Limited, has recently signed an agreement with Cats Eye. The signing event took place recently at Wave Riders HQ. From now onwards, the distinctive collection of Turaag activewear will be available at all Cats Eye outlets at an affordable price.
The signing event was graced by Faiaz Rahman, Founder, and CEO, Turaag Active; Sadiq Quddus, Director, Cats Eye; along with other high officials from both sides.
Under the agreement, Turaag Active men collection - Go easy, Performer, Intense, and women collection- Vitality, Optimum, Freemove and Flex360 will be currently available at the outlets located at Elephant Road, Bashundhara City, Golden Age (Gulshan), RAK Tower (Uttara), Afmi Plaza (Ctg), Jamuna Future Park, Mirpur 10 and Banijjo Bhaban Shopping Complex.
At the event, Sadiq Quddus, Director of Cats Eye, said, “We are very happy to announce our collaboration with Turaag Active. Turaag has a variety of high quality athletic wear at very affordable price. We hope Cats Eye and Turaag journey together is a success.”
When the air cools down, the joy of winter spreads all around. Then begins the time for comfort, warmth and good food. As the cold breeze blows, the surrounding air dries up and moisture evaporates from the skin and hair. If proper care is not taken, there will be a loss of shine and hydration that will leave your skin and hair brittle. This problem can be remedied very simply with coconut oil, which is an ingredient that serves as the multi-functional elixir for all beauty and skincare problems.
Coconut oil has an enriching natural fat formula that can work as a make-up remover, exfoliator, moisturiser, and as a base for several facial and hair packs. Coconut oil also provides anti-inflammatory benefits that soothe our skin.
If it’s your first-time using coconut oil, you should do a small patch test before you use it on your skin. There are a lot of (Do It Yourself) DIYs possible with coconut oil, read about them below for an all-purpose solution to all your problems in winter.
Dry skin is prone to being textured and flaky. An excellent way to restore the smoothness of your skin is to harness the high fat content in coconut oil which is naturally absorbed by the skin. Apply coconut oil to your skin directly. This will exfoliate your skin to remove blackheads, and provide moisture-retaining properties to soften up your skin.
Take some baking soda, your favourite essential oil, and mix them well into a bit of coconut oil. Apply this onto your skin with a towel to cleanse your skin without stripping it out of its natural moisture. This natural method of cleansing will also help in minimising your pores and wrinkles. Once you have cleansed your skin, rub the oil off with soft facial tissues to remove the excess oil.
Use coconut oil to make a DIY exfoliating scrub by mixing it with some honey and sugar. Apply the scrub on your skin by massaging it gently in circular motions. This scrub is suitable for application on the body, face and lips.
Another great use of coconut oil is as a shaving lotion that lubricates your skin properly so that you don’t get razor wounds on your hands and legs.
Coconut oil has a very thick, oily texture that can be slightly comedogenic. As many dermatologists agree, coconut oil should not be applied on skin that is very oily despite its miracles. To derive the myriad of benefits of coconut oil as an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ingredient, people with oily skin may use it on their bodies as a lotion. You can also mix coconut oil with glycerine and water rather than using it directly over your skin.
Additionally, coconut oil helps in eliminating the skin’s redness that is a result of sunburns. It also provides a good healer for cracked lips, hands and feet.
The naturally present lauric acid in coconut oil is great at providing relief against itchiness and eczema in skin. Even without skin conditions such as eczema, one of the areas of the skin that gets very dehydrated in passing cold air is the nose. To fix this problem, take a bit of oil on a cotton pad and massage your nose with it to hydrate the dried skin around your nasal area and keep it supple.
Coconut oil also contains a good amount of Vitamin E which also helps to nourish brittle hair and repair the damaged protein bonds in it. Oil your hair in winter to keep it soft in the drying seasons, then wash it off with mild shampoo and style as usual.
Coconut oil is a multipurpose oil that has great benefits for the skin and hair. It is especially great for winter when our skin and hair require some extra protection against the cool dryness of winter. With a bit of care, attention and the super ingredient of coconut oil, you can solve your beauty worries effectively and enjoy winter in all its joyous glory.
Monereen to launch its newest collection, “Feeling Festive” at Maze event’s coming designers’ exhibition in Six Season Hotel, Dhaka. The event will be held from Friday and Saturday, November 18 and 19 from 10 AM to 9 PM. The brand invites everyone to reimagine dawat outfits that are bold, easy to wear and carry the essence of a fearless woman.
Monereen focuses on contemporary women and the chic designs reflect functionality. The fashion brand has been in the business for about four years & has caught the attention of many loyal customers since its inception. When asked about its success, Aambereen S. Zaman, head designer and founder replied, “I treat every outfit like I am about to wear it myself at an important event. I touch every fabric or material to make sure it is of premium quality, feels soft on the skin and can be carried effortlessly. I guess you can say that the care behind each design does not go unnoticed.’’
Being a working woman means I need to be able to run errands in all my clothes, (while looking good of course)! So, people like me who don’t have the luxury of time can sport my versatile outfits throughout the day; at meetings, brunches, dawaats. It’s just really convenient, added Aambereen.
Monereen is not only about the brand but about the people wearing it. The clothes represent the unapologetic and confident women of this generation. One should expect an amalgamation of colors, textures, patterns, & designs when they think of Monereen.