Is Sinus Surgery Right for Me? What is a sinus surgery? Sinus surgery has evolved ever since the days when external incisions were performed; the incisions involved surgical cuts in the mouth with extensive nasal packing which required a gauze to control bleeding. Advances in technology have led to sinus surgery being performed through the nose without any form of mouth incisions or face incisions. Nowadays, a nasal endoscope is used to perform the treatment. This device is placed into the nostril; it has several advantages that make it an ideal treatment device. The nasal endoscope has a special video camera that allows for the surgeon to observe inside the…
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Is Nasal Packing Necessary Post-Rhinoplasty?
Is Nasal Packing Necessary Post-Rhinoplasty? Like other forms of surgery, rhinoplasty has its downsides. One of these is the possible bleeding in the nose. This side effect is usually controlled with nasal packing. This technique was mostly used in traditional forms of rhinoplasty as they were highly unrefined and resulted in excessive bleeding after the operation. Nasal packing involves the use of material such as gauze or cotton to absorb the blood. The material used for the process has to be placed in the nasal cavity for a period, meaning the patient will only be able to breathe through the mouth for some time. In modern times, most surgeons don’t…
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Your Favorite Cathy Doll Products are now in Travel-friendly Minis!
I won’t make this post long. You read it right! Your favorite Cathy Doll Philippines makeup & skincare are now available in cute and travel-friendly sizes! Take a look at the size reference with my palm. Cathy Doll Philippines Mini The Nude Me Liquid Matte Lipstick in Moss Rose is a rosey-nude favorite that flatters most skintones. Their CC Speed White Powder Pact has all the benefits of a CC Cushion without the sticky feeling! The Oil Control Film Pact Powder claims to leave skin matte and oil-free without the white cast. Sounds familiar? Looks like a promising dupe for my favorite Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Pact. I’ll be trying this out in…
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How to Do Intermittent Fasting and Everything You Need to Know
Hello there! I’m Kaycee aka The Macho Mom and I have been practicing intermittent fasting on/off for 5 years now. it was only til recently, when I discovered that my blood sugar is on dangerous borderline diabetic levels that I decided to stick with it as a lifestyle. There are different varieties of IF (intermittent fasting) and a lot of questions that I asked when I was starting out. So I’m sharing everything I gathered and hope it will help you in your fitness journey! If this doesn’t convince you to start Intermittent Fasting, I don’t know what will! READ! It’s good for you! Before I share the FAQ, here’s…
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Simple Yet Sweet Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day – The Perfect Woman Deserves to Look Good, Feel Great!
The perfect woman deserves to look good, feel great! There are so many Mother’s Day tributes out there but one stood out from the rest. The video from Watsons PH talks about how unaware most moms are about how their children see them—brave, selfless, caring and responsible. Moms are often hard on themselves; completely unaware that to their children, husbands and loved ones, they are perfect. A mother may describe the perfect woman as “loving and caring” when, in fact, that is she. A mother’s love is selfless and her job never ends but she deserves a break. Moms need to pamper themselves and be pampered. Happy mothers who look…
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Difference Between Face Mists vs Toner vs Essence vs Ampoule
Haha! Don’t be surprised if the cover photo is not your #machomom Kaycee. It’s Anne Porter of zarinsbeautylab.com ! One of our guest contributors for today 🙂 Years ago, skin care was just cleanser, toner and a night cream. Now, a woman can have 24 different products for her face! Korean skin care has introduced a wide range of new products that our Moms never knew of back then. Face Mists, Toners, essence, ampoule: do these skincare vocabs confuse you? Relax, you are not alone! Getting in to the skincare game today can be intimidating and confusing. To give us one step closer to becoming a skin care genius, let…
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The 10 Best-selling Cars and Trucks in America
The 10 best-selling cars and trucks in America There are lots of amazing cars and trucks sold in the US every day. Some of them are utilitarian units. Others are more focused on visuals and a great driving experience. Simply put, there’s something for everyone in there, and that’s why you may want to find the right car for you as fast as possible. You will appreciate the great value and quality that comes with any of these amazing vehicles, so you should check them out. Which are some of the best-selling cars in the US? Volkswagen Jetta sells tens of thousands of units each year. The best part about…
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Filipino Health and Wellness Brands You Should Know
Filipino Health and Wellness Brands You Should Know The time has come for us to support and appreciate products made right in our very own backyard. The Philippines has natural resources aplenty, and several local brands have made it their mission to turn those resources into effective products that are at once globally competitive yet still within the price range of the average Filipino. Below are some of my top picks: Honest Junk Honest Junk proudly claims that its snack foods are the right kind of wrong. The brand was founded by a mother of 2 who also happens to be the CEO of a fitness studio, Tina Lagdameo, and…
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Why You Should Experience Wonderful Weekends at Makati Shangri-la
My son #machokid is OBSESSED with staycations. We’ve been to several hotels already ranging from 3-stars to 5-stars. Even out of town vacations in the country. He enjoys the high-ceilings, the soft duvet covers, large cable TV, swimming pool and of course the generous breakfast spread. We live in a simple home in the country-side (Batangas) so staying in hotels excite him! Reserve your weekend family getaway at (632) 813 8888 or reservations.slm@shangri-la.com To learn more, visit: bit.ly/wonderfulweekends #WonderfulWeekends #MakatiShangrilaExperience When he found out that we’ve been invited for the media preview of #WonderfulWeekends at Makati Shangri-la, he was estatic! He thought we’re going to stay there na immediately! HAHA!…
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Personal Musings: On Dealing with Insecurities, Rejections, and Self-Improvement
One of the most dreadful feeling in the world is rejection. It can be because of something you have, or something you lack. I’ve dealt with this way back in gradeschool when I was bullied and called ugly a lot because of my strange features and dark skin. Typical because of how we were raised in this colonized country. I thought now that I’m 30, older and wiser, I can handle a bit of ~no~ but experiencing it again stings. Dealing with Insecurities and Rejection I am a writer. A content creator. I usually prefer working behind the scenes while sharing what I know to my readers. The word influencer is…
