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December 6, 2019

Ashley Benson wears Astrid & Miyu & The Carat Lab!

Ashley Benson shared a photo on Instagram wearing Astrid & Miyu and The Carat Lab! The actress looked stunning accessorizing with Astrid & Miyu’s Mystic Drop Gem Hoops in Gold ($61, https://www.astridandmiyu.us/) and The Carat Lab’s Iced Hoop Diamond Earrings (starting at $647, https://thecaratlab.com/).

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December 3, 2019

BLOOMAIRE, fashion for breastfeeding moms

We love the perfect holiday designs from the beautiful new brand, BLOOMAIRE. With BLOOMAIRE, breastfeeding moms never have to sacrifice style for function when getting ready for their day. This intentional collection is made with easy nursing access, comfort, and quality materials at its heart.

Each piece is designed to instantly transform moms into their most polished selves using feminine silhouettes and a soft blend of Combed Cotton, TENCEL™ Modal, and a hint of Spandex for the ultimate fit. Hidden zippers or an easy to stretch neckline provide moms with discreet access when it’s time to nurse.

What’s more, BLOOMAIRE’S fashion-forward designs ensure each piece as a wardrobe staple long after the breastfeeding journey.

Here is one of our favorite BLOOMAIRE designs, the Jo Jumpsuit.


About BLOOMAIRE

BLOOMAIRE creates thoughtfully-designed, nursing-friendly clothing for the modern mom. Designed by a mother of two, each piece features functional details alongside uncompromising comfort to help moms meet the demands of motherhood with grace.

 

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December 3, 2019

Fantastic Gift for the Beach Lover in Your Life

With the holiday season in full swing and the cold weather settling in, just about everyone is dreaming of a winter escape to somewhere tropical. Whether you’re off to celebrate the New Year at a blissful beach or counting the days for the warm weather to return, Anne Cole’s 2020 swimwear collection makes for a fantastic gift for the beach lover in your life. We are fans. Below is on of our Anne Cole Swimwear favorite designs:

Fun Fact:

  • Anne Cole invented the tankini. The combination tank top and bikini that offers women unhappy with current bathing suit cuts another option that would allow them to swim and move freely without worrying about something popping out!
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December 3, 2019

HOW TO GET RID OF HOLIDAY HANGOVER FACE

You partied and drank too much the night before and perhaps the one before that. Today, you have a business meeting or brunch with the in-laws.  Although you might feel like you want to crawl into a hole from your hangover, you can’t afford to look like you have one.  What is your skincare SOS game plane? We turned to Dr. Manish Shah, a Board Certified Denver, Colorado Plastic Surgeon for some tricks that will have you looking fresh as a daisy even if they don’t cure that queasy feeling and headache.

 

Remove your makeup the night before

This is a tough one. If you come home stumbling at 3am, this is probably the last thing on your mind. If you can manage to do it, you’re one step ahead of the game. If going to the sink is too much effort, use cleansing cloths such as  e.l.f. Cosmetics Hydrating Water Cleansing Cloths.  They easily remove makeup and help nourish the skin with purified water. Infused with aloe and Vitamins B & E, the cloths cool on contact and soothe and moisturize skin.

 

Hydrate

The number one thing alcohol does is dehydrate your entire body, including your skin,” says Dr. Shah. “When skin is dehydrated it looks sallow, fine lines are more noticeable, and pores become obvious.” Basically, dehydration is the main reason your skin looks terrible when you wake up. While drinking water is obviously wise, the effects of that internal hydration won’t immediately show up externally, says Dr. Shah. For a quick fix, he suggests a sheet mask that contains hyaluronic acid, a molecule that draws moisture to the skin. Try: Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Concentrated Recovery PowerFoil Mask

 

Put your face on ice

Skin redness can be caused by alcohol dilating your blood vessels. One way to reduce this is to put a cold compress on the affected area for a few minutes. But be warned, extended periods of drinking can cause permanent redness and skin damage.

 

Jade Rollers or Massage

You can use any jade roller (put it in the freezer for a few minutes for a cooling effect) or even just your fingers. Dr. Shah says that the goal is to energize and lift the skin by promoting lymphatic drainage (aka de-puffing).

 

De-Puff Your Eyes

After a night or two of drinking, the eyes become bloodshot because tiny blood vessels on the eye surface become red and inflamed.” In addition, the diuretic effects of alcohol can lead to dehydration, which tells your body to hold onto more water weight. That fluid retention also prompts next-day puffiness.

You can purchase a product such as Skyn Iceland hydro cool firming eye gels.  If you don’t have something like this in the house,  you can substitute chamomile tea. Steep the tea bags in hot water, take them out until they cool, and put one on each eye for 10 minutes.

 

Exfoliate

Dr. Shah recommends giving your skin a good but gentle scrub. “Exfoliate off sallow, alcohol-damaged skin cells. You do not need to break the bank to do this. Dr. Shah recommends: St. Ives Invigorating Face Scrub – Apricot.

 

Seal Your Skin With A Spritz- And Not Champagne

After you have done all of the “damage control” you can, give you face a final spritz of moisture with a product like Fresh Vitamin Nectar Antioxidant Glow Water.  This energizing spray is packed with skin-brightening nutrients derived from citrus fruit, plus a blend of magnesium and zinc, to help snap sleep-deprived and hungover skin into shape.

Dr. Shah cautions that he does not endorse habitual binge drinking or alcohol abuse. These tips are for those who have overindulged on occasion. Aside from the obvious mental and physical effects of alcohol abuse, it can also cause negative long term consequences to the skin which cannot be “fixed” by the tips given above.

(Note: Dr. Shah is not paid or in any manner affiliated with the products he mentions.)

 

About Dr. Manish Shah

www.drmanishshah.com

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Manish Shah, M.D., F.A.C.S. was born in Canada and raised in the Washington, D.C. area. He graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania, receiving a degree in biomedical engineering. He then completed his medical training at the University of Virginia, earning his Medical Doctorate. During this time, he also completed a one-year fellowship in microsurgery research at the New York University School of Medicine / Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. As a prelude to his plastic surgery training, Dr. Shah completed a rigorous five-year training program in General and Trauma Surgery at Emory University and the Medical College of Georgia. His formal training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery was completed at the Univ. of Tennessee College of Medicine – Chattanooga Unit. After completing his plastic surgery training, he moved to New York City when he was selected for the prestigious Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. He underwent extensive, advanced training in aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body at the hands of some of the most renowned cosmetic surgeons in the world. This fellowship is widely considered to be the best of its kind in the world. Dr. Shah is one of only a select few plastic surgeons in the country who have undergone formal post-graduate training in aesthetic surgery.

Dr. Shah’s specialties include revision facial aesthetic surgery, rhinoplasty (“nose reshaping”), and aesthetic surgery of the breast (breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction). He is, however, well-trained in all areas of aesthetic surgery.

Dr. Shah’s aim is to obtain a natural appearing transformation that complements the real you!

Dr. Shah is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.  He maintains a private practice in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver.

Dr. Shah is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Rhinoplasty Society, and the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Shah is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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December 2, 2019

New HairRx All-in-One Hair Perfecting Formula for Great Holiday Hair

Brought to you by ProfilePRO, the new HairRx formula is a vegan hair care system that combines Organic Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract with plant-based PhytoKeratin Plus, resulting in stronger hair, increased hydration, increased shine, regenerating hair damage, and protecting hair from sun damage and heat styling.

The new ALL-IN-ONE Hair Perfecting Formula features Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract, which is rich in cannabidiol (CBD) and an excellent source of other nourishing cannabinoids, proteins, omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids, and essential nutrients to enhance hair and scalp health. HairRx products are 100% free of psychoactive THC.

All HairRx products are vegan, free of sulfates, parabens, and GMOs, and are certified as cruelty-free by Leaping Bunny!

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December 2, 2019

3 Reasons Why a Birthstone Necklace is the Best Birthday Gift for Ladies

3 Reasons Why a Birthstone Necklace is the Best Birthday Gift for Ladies

A birthday is a beautiful celebration of love and life. It marks a new beginning and a fresh start. To make this occasion a memorable one, it’s always great to give a thoughtful gift to the most important woman in your life.

You may be a daughter who wants to show gratitude for your mother’s sacrifices. Or a husband who wants to say “I love you” in another precious way. Perhaps, you’re a father who wants to make her little princess feel extraordinary.

These special women in your life deserve nothing but the best, and a 3 birthstone necklace will make their birthday an exceptional one.

Here are the reasons why this is a gift that a mother, wife, daughter, or a best friend will cherish for your life.

  1. It Reflects the Receiver’s Personality

A 3 birthstone necklace celebrates the receiver’s unique personality. If, for example, your wife is born in October, her birthstone is opal. It means she is profoundly intuitive and loves a relaxed and peaceful environment.

On the other hand, if your mom is a May baby, her birthstone is Emerald. It shows her strong affinity to love, beauty, and rebirth. She loves to bring family and friends together to celebrate. She also is a dependable ally in solving conflicts.

The birthstone necklace shows the receiver’s beautiful impact in the world.

  1. It Highlights the Beauty of Nature

Birthstones such as pearls and emeralds come from nature’s bounty. They are a gift from the land and the sea. Anything that comes from mother nature carries a deeper spiritual meaning. Every gleam and every hue show the beauty that only nature can bring.

  1. It Brings Positive Energy

The belief in the power of birthstones dates back many centuries ago. Birthstones play a significant role in Ayurveda, one of the world’s holistic healing systems. This system believes that every month has a specific positive energy attached to it. The person wearing her birthstone will reap the rewards of this positivity.

For example, the birthstone of February-born ladies is the precious purple-colored Amethyst. It is believed to have the power of courage and focus. It can also strengthen relationships. It offers protection and courage to overcome challenges.

Amethyst helps calm the restless mind and creates a field of energy that promotes mental and emotional well-being.

On the other hand, the dazzling red ruby is the birthstone of those born in July. Ancient belief shows that it can remove negative energies that allow the wearer to overcome exhaustion and replace it with feelings of vitality.

It symbolizes harmony and peace. Ancient Hindus regarded the ruby as “king of all gems.” It promotes the nobility of character while warding off any evil spirits.

These facts would make your gift more exciting and meaningful. Every time the receiver wears the birthstone necklace, the receiver would always remember the positive energies attached to it. It will empower any woman to look at life with vigor and joy.

  1. It is a Personalized Gift

Nothing says, “You are special to me,” more than a personalized gift. Giving someone a gift that connects to her attributes means that you have given much thought in your choice. It shows that you are celebrating her uniqueness and individuality.

Jewelry, especially necklaces as a gift for that special woman in your life are sure to elicit feelings of happiness. Adding an exceptional detail such as a birthstone will make it more precious — such a fitting token for the woman who made your life more meaningful.

 

 

 

 

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November 30, 2019

Animal prints for your modern wardrobe

Take a walk on the wild side with animal prints for an infusion of timeless trends for your modern wardrobe.  From Croc, Snakeskin to Leopard….these wild looks will up your fashion game heading into 2020. Don’t be afraid to pair them together or infuse a bold red jacket….these versatile prints have been a sign of beauty in the animal kingdom for centuries.

Amalli Talli

 

If you feel like you’ve been seeing spots, that’s because they are everywhere this season! Get in on the leopard trend with a fun sweater designed to fit your body. Amalli Talli’s cozy crew neck sweater is made with a knit leopard pattern woven right into the fabric.

 

Alloy Apparel

 

On the prowl? Throw on these leopard print pants to bring your outfit to another level! These pants feature super soft fabric and this daring new print. This pant is designed for maximum comfort, with flare leg detail for added style.

 

Urban Originals

 

Darling Baby by Urban Originals is a gorgeous handbag perfect for night or day looks. It’s designed in a beautiful shiny faux crocodile material made from luxury vegan leather, and has a flap over feature with gorgeous hardware.

 

The Elephant Organics

 

Add a little luxury leopard print to your life with The Elephant Organic’s loungewear made from bamboo fibers. The perfect treat to end your day, begin your morning, or just hang around!

 

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November 29, 2019

Best Beach House Furniture

Choosing the ideal outdoor furniture for your home does not have to be challenging. In fact, just a few simple guidelines can help you select the perfect beach house furniture to fit your needs. Keep in mind that beach house furniture is exposed to numerous harsh elements such as salt, high winds and variable extreme temperatures from highs to lows. What is more, when compared to inland locations, furniture on the coast is exposed to more moisture which can present several concerns like mold, mildew and rust. Likewise, if you want your furniture to last more than a season, you need to be very careful and selective when choosing outdoor furniture materials.

Decorating Ideas

You can select inspiring pieces that accent your outdoor spaces beautifully. There are numerous styles to choose from like a classic terrace look, stunning pavilion type décor, a complimentary design with simple lines or a cozy look for big groups.

Other inspiring designs include ideas from Elle Décor. Here are 5 beach décor styles to fit your needs such as:

  • Nantucket Style – has a casually sophisticated air with a preppy vibe offering crisp contours and a private a room-like setting
  • Malibu Style – a rainbow of colours that has weather-resistant throw pillows and striped outdoor rugs paired with comfy exterior furniture
  • Provencal Style – a French look with pizzazz with weather-friendly fabric and wrought-iron sconces for a cosy ambience.

Although there are many designs to choose from, it is important that you select the right exterior furniture materials. In fact, there are many features to consider that will extend the life of your outdoor décor when exposed to extreme coastal elements.

Things to Consider When Buying Outdoor Beach Furniture

Selecting the right materials for outdoor furniture is imperative, especially beach décor. In fact, furniture for the outdoors is made from a variety of materials, each with their own pros and cons.

For the best beach house furniture, there are many features to consider:

  • Durability
  • Aesthetics
  • Functionality
  • Variable Weather Conditions
  • Types of Outdoor Furniture Materials

There is a wide array of materials used for exterior furniture. However, there are only a few materials that are ideal for beach house furniture. In fact, the right materials will often withstand even the harshest coastal weather conditions.

The proper material for your beach house furniture includes durability, functionality, aesthetics and variable weather conditions.

Aluminium

Aluminium beach furniture is a wonderful material since it is durable and lightweight. Many homeowners love the features of aluminium furniture and do not mind storing the pieces when the winds are high.

In addition, there are ways to keep furniture from blowing away like:

  • Plant a windbreak
  • Use bungee cords to secure
  • Utilize heavy-duty furniture covers
  • Apply a transparent glue compound to the base of your furniture
  • Stack furniture in the corner or near a wall until the winds subside

In most instances, aluminium offers more than enough support. Make sure to buy from a brand that is reputable. Moreover, when it comes to different types of aluminium, high-purity and cast aluminium is generally the best quality. High-quality aluminium furniture is finished with a durable and rock- hard paint that easily lasts up to 30 years. In fact, a higher quality set is often made by skilled craftsmen with extremely high standards of excellence.

Resin

Resin is one of the best materials for outdoor beach furniture. However, the synthetic resin material is often mistaken for rattan: In truth, there is a big difference between wicker and rattan. Wicker is a style of weave; rattan is a material. However, resin-type material often has a wicker-type weave.

Synthetic-resin material is not only stylish but it is very durable, low maintenance and lightweight. The best synthetic-resin material is composed of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE). It has a long shelf life and does not crack, become brittle or unravel. Although the HDPE type synthetic-resin material is more expensive, it is well worth the price. Avoid cheaper versions such as plastic-resin and PVC wicker-style which is a meagre look alike. Unlike HDPE material, these plastic versions are not durable or recyclable.

In addition, most synthetic-resin furniture has a durable and long-lasting aluminium frame. In fact, the robustness of synthetic-resin outdoor furnishings is very closely interwoven with the sturdy aluminium furniture.

Teak

When it comes to outdoor furniture materials, wood is never advised. However, teak wood is an exception. In fact, teakwood has been used in ship buildings for many centuries and is said to be “seaworthy”.

Many experts would agree that teak is the best wood for outdoor beach furniture. It is often promoted for its strength, all-weather resilience and its beautiful grain aesthetic appeal. In truth, it is a very exclusive wood that actually produces its own oil. Teakwood is extremely strong and is resistant to dents and scratches. Teakwood will last up to 50 years. However, cedar and pine need to be stored during the winter.

Teakwood is not as lightweight as aluminium. However, it can be easily moved and offers extraordinary load ability. Since it has natural oils, teakwood requires minimal maintenance. However, over time it can discolour or mildew if not treated properly. Regular cleaning and treatments are needed to ensure that your teakwood furniture retains its natural beauty.

Wicker

Wicker-style furniture is actually a style and not a type of material. This type of outdoor furniture is typically made of plant material such as rattan and cane. The style has a homey and comfortable Mediterranean look.

When buying wicker-style furniture, make sure to select synthetic-resin material. It is a lot more durable and long-lasting. In addition, synthetic-resin does not fade or crack and requires little maintenance.

The Best Option

There is a lot to consider when selecting the perfect beach furniture for your home. If you want something modern and lightweight, you may want to consider wicker-type furniture. Teakwood is the best selection if you prefer wood and something natural. Lastly, aluminium furniture is a good option if you desire lightweight and low maintenance.

There is actually a wide array of options. Ultimately, the choice is yours.

(Image: remarkablefurniture.com.au)

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November 26, 2019

Cosmetic Laser Treatments For Sagging Skin in Sagging Economy

Cosmetic Laser Treatments For Sagging Skin in Sagging Economy

Onе оf thе hardest-hit соmраnіеѕ іn thіѕ ѕtrugglіng есоnоmу іѕ рlаѕtіс surgery. Fеwеr аnd fewer реорlе аrе hаvіng рlаѕtіс ѕurgеrу. Jау Leno саmе uр rесеntlу: “Hоw іrоnіс іѕ that? Thе оnlу tіmе уоu nееd a ѕmіlе оn уоur fасе, уоu саn’t еvеn аffоrd іt.” 

Tоdау, mоrе thаn еvеr, gооd looks саn gіvе уоu аn edge, whеthеr уоu’rе оut оf wоrk, іn bеtwееn jоbѕ, оr luсkу еnоugh tо hаvе оnе. Sоmе оf оur 50ѕ аrе іn thе workplace wіth реорlе bеtwееn 20 аnd 30, аnd wе nееd tо bе competitive іn a job interview. Wе nееd tо lооk frеѕh аnd restful іf wе аrе tо ѕurvіvе thе nеxt dіѕреnѕаtіоn. 

Thе fаllіng есоnоmу hаѕ аlѕо сhаngеd thе сuѕtоmеr lаndѕсаре fоr аеѕthеtіс professionals. Fеwеr раtіеntѕ орt fоr еxреnѕіvе rеvіѕіоnѕ ѕuсh аѕ fасеlіftѕ аnd ѕіmіlаr renovations, but mоrе patients wаnt tеmроrаrу аnd lеѕѕ costly improvements. Bоth раtіеnt grоuрѕ іnсrеаѕіnglу ѕее aesthetic рrосеdurеѕ аѕ a buѕіnеѕѕ іnvеѕtmеnt mоvе, nоt аѕ a fаѕhіоnаblе frill. Pеорlе juѕt nееd tо lооk уоungеr fоr wоrk-rеlаtеd reasons аnd аrе looking fоr value. And thе vаluе thеу fіnd is advanced skin and cosmetic laser treatments in Melbourne

Thе increase іn cosmetic plastic surgery іn thе lаѕt decade іѕ оvеr. Mаnу medical ѕосіеtіеѕ аnd аѕѕосіаtіоnѕ hаvе juѕt released thеіr dаtа оn thе numbеr оf trеаtmеntѕ реrfоrmеd аnd thе fееѕ сhаrgеd bу рrоvіdеrѕ. A quick review оf thе numbеrѕ рrоvеѕ whаt ѕееmѕ obvious – реорlе аrе mоrе соnсеrnеd wіth whаt thеу саn рut оn thе tаblе thаn spending a fеw thousand dоllаrѕ оn a fасе job. Forecasts fоr 2009 lооk muсh dаrkеr аѕ thеrе іѕ nо doubt thаt еxреnѕіvе еlеvаtоrѕ аrе fаllіng furthеr, іnjесtаblеѕ (dеrmаl fіllеrѕ) аnd lаѕеr rеjuvеnаtіоn trеаtmеntѕ аrе оn thе rise аѕ thеу offer thе bеѕt vаluе fоr thе ѕkіn.  Thе fundіng оffеrеd bу mаnу plastic ѕurgеоnѕ іѕ unlіkеlу tо brеаk thе trеnd. Drаmаtіс dіѕсоuntѕ саn be availed but tо a vеrу lіmіtеd extent. 

Cоnѕumеrѕ wіth mоnеу available fоr соѕmеtіс trеаtmеntѕ wіll dоmіnаtе thе mаrkеt іn 2009. Thеу wіll ѕреnd thеіr mоnеу оn Bоtоx, dеrmаl fіllеrѕ, аnd lаѕеr аеѕthеtіс рrосеdurеѕ thаt dеlіvеr fаѕt rеѕultѕ аt аn аffоrdаblе рrісе. 

Cоnѕumеr Exресtаtіоnѕ 

People wіll lооk fоr a medical рrоfеѕѕіоnаl whо specializes іn аеѕthеtіс аnd cosmetic рrосеdurеѕ аnd: 

  • Hаvе tо еxреrіmеnt wіth thіѕ аrt аnd аррrесіаtе thе fine nuances оf balance аnd рrороrtіоn 
  • Undеrѕtаndѕ thаt mіllіmеtеr сhаngеѕ саn сrеаtе рrоfоund сhаngеѕ іn facial bеаutу аnd hаrmоnу 
  • Rесоgnіzеѕ thаt today’s fасе іѕ уоung аnd dеfіnеd, nеvеr оvеrdоnе оr ѕtуlіzеd 
  • Wоrkѕ wіth еасh patient individually tо асhіеvе a result thаt еnhаnсеѕ еасh реrѕоn, сrеаtіng a rеvіtаlіzеd, rеjuvеnаtеd ѕеlf 
  • Gіvеѕ уоu thе bеѕt rеѕultѕ thаt don’t lооk “ѕurgісаl” аnd wіth mіnіmаl dоwntіmе 
  • Ѕресіаlіzеѕ іn thе mоѕt аdvаnсеd аnd innovative tесhnіԛuеѕ available tоdау 

Rесеnt advanced skin and cosmetic laser treatments in Melbourne аrе tаkіng thе buѕіnеѕѕ оf аntі-аgіng соѕmеtіс bеаutу frоm thе hands оf lеаdіng plastic ѕurgеоnѕ аnd mаkіng іt аvаіlаblе tо mаnу оthеr doctors. Laser ѕkіn rеjuvеnаtіоn аnd hаіr reduction treatments wіll ѕооn bесоmе a rеgulаr rоutіnе fоr mаnу, аnd соnѕumеrѕ wіll attend соmbіnеd аnd laser aesthetic сlіnісѕ, аѕ wеll аѕ hаіrdrеѕѕеrѕ аnd mаѕѕаgе thеrаріѕtѕ.

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November 26, 2019

Are Bed Bugs Bugging You? Get Rid of Them!

Are Bed Bugs Bugging You? Get Rid of Them!

As tiny as they are, bedbugs can be a big problem unless you find a way to get rid of them. So, how do you know that they exist? Mysterious bites or hives on your body is an obvious indication. Reddish stains on your bed or live bugs sightings is also a cue to a bedbug infestation. 

Now that you know that they are there, what do you do next? Get rid of them!

Getting Rid of Bed Bugs

Though there is no risk of diseases or illnesses from a bed bug bite, it is infestation nevertheless and should not be taken lightly. No one wants a sleepless night or wants to wake up in a red-stained bed bug squished bedspread! It is essential to get rid of bed bugs as quickly as possible. So, here is what you need to do:

Find Them First

The foremost step in getting rid of bedbugs is to find out where they are hiding. A bed bug is large enough to be visible to your eyes and is usually about 1/4th to 5/8th inch long. It is oval-shaped, flat and reddish-brown in color. Usually, these pests leave a reddish-brown mark on the bedding and also have a distinct odor. Since these are small and flat in shape, they can easily hide in crevices and cracks, which may go unnoticed on a casual inspection.

Using a flashlight and a magnifying glass, check all the places in your infested room to find bugs, eggs, fecal matter, or larvae. Some of the common places to find bed bugs are on beds and mattresses, behind switch plates, between books or magazines on shelves, wall scones or they may travel with you too. No place should be left uninspected and no place should be ignored as they can hide anywhere. After you find the infested area, it is now time to prepare it for treatment.

Preparing the Room for Treatment

Before you commence treatment, it is essential to first prepare the room for it. Your things might come in the way, hence it is better to first clean and clear for the treatment to be effective.

De-clutter

Remove all the items in the room like soft toys, bedding, etc and if they are infested put them in a plastic bag with vapor strips to kill the bugs. Note that these items removed from the infested area need to be cleaned thoroughly as unclean items can become potential carriers of infestation. 

Take apart the bed frames: 

Bed frames need to be dismantled as these are convenient hiding places for bed bugs. It is necessary to have access to crevices of bed frames so that they can be treated thoroughly. If the mattress is also infested, use appropriate solutions like mattress encasements. If the infestation requires a mattress change, treat it before disposing of it. Untreated mattresses can become potential infestation transporters as well. 

Remove art from walls

Any paintings or wall art should be removed and be checked thoroughly for infestation. Even though these are just artwork, bed bugs can take refuge and conveniently could get transferred from this room to another room along with the art.

Remove any furniture: 

Check the furniture for bed bugs as they can hide in drawers or spots that do not see light. Move all the furniture away from walls before inspecting. It is also recommended to remove all the drawers from dressers and desks and inspect before moving it all out of the room. 

Launder the infested bedding: 

Clothing and other linen cannot be treated using insecticides. Hence, it needs to be washed in hot water to get rid of those bugs hiding in it. If you are unable to wash it in a washing machine using hot water, you can sun-dry or heat the garments in a clothes dryer. 

Now that the area is prepared for cleaning, the actual bug treatment can start. 

Treating the Room

Now is the time to turn bed bug villain! Bed bugs treatment requires the use of chemicals and pest killers. It is best recommended that you leave it to the pros. There are renowned names like CustomBedBug who have expertise in getting rid of bed bugs easily and quickly. These experts have the necessary equipment and tools to inspect and treat these pests without any hassles. However, if you want to do it yourself, then here is how you can go about it. 

Scrub & Vacuum

Scrub the infected area with a strong brush so that all the larvae and the eggs get dislodged. Once that is done, you can use a vacuum cleaner to clean it. Use all the hose attachments to get to the crevices on the furniture and in walls and other places. Ensure you do it properly as good vacuuming will help remove all the hidden bugs from bedding, carpets, bed frames, bed stands, etc. After the job is done the vacuum bags need to be disposed of. 

Electric Steamer

Hot steam using an electric steamer can come in handy when trying to reach out to bedbug hideouts or hard to reach spots. You can use it on cracks and crevices or anyplace else or can just use it to random clean.

Plastering

If there are any cracks or holes in the wall where the wires or pipes pass fill them with glue or plaster so that it eliminates the bed bug sites. 

Pesticides

The bugs can be cleaned out but cannot be killed without insecticides. Use ones that contain pyrethroids or neonicotinoids, as these have the capacity to flush bed bugs out of their hideouts. For maximum results, clean the surface first using a vacuum cleaner. Then spray the chemical using a sprayer on all the infested areas which include the doors, closets, door frames, cabinets, loose plaster, etc. Do not spray on surfaces where people sleep or sit as these contain chemicals. If you need to, it is recommended to use a product that is safe. If at any point you feel that the bed bugs are not getting eliminated, use professional help. 

Track your Success

One of the best ways to check if the solutions you have adopted is working or not is to use interceptor cups. Place these cups under the bedposts or the place where bed bugs were present. Inspect the cups regularly to know if the bugs you are catching are increasing or decreasing. Make sure to clean the interceptors by emptying it into the trash bag or dipping it in soapy water. 

As previously mentioned, chemical treatments are essential for killing and getting rid of bed bugs. While you can use over-the-counter products, these can be dangerous if not used properly. Since these have close proximity to bedding and mattresses, it is essential to use products that are considered safe. However, the safest and easiest way to get rid of bugs is to hire an expert. They are specialists and exterminate bugs effectively. To prevent further infestations it is better to avoid visiting places where the risk of bed bugs latching onto you or your stuff is more. 

 

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