Mineral makeup is a type of cosmetics made with loose, dry mineral powders. Cosmetics under this category include foundation, eye shadow, blush, and bronzer. They can be loose or compressed in compacts. Mineral makeup is usually favored by women with sensitive skin because it does not contain synthetic fragrances, preservatives, parabens, mineral oil, and chemical […]
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The harmonica, also called mouth organ, French harp or blues harp, is one of the most popular wind musical instruments around. Simple and elegant in its design, the harmonica is often given as a gift to kids because it is easy to play by simply blowing air into and out of one or more holes
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A bobblehead doll, also called nodder or wobbler, is a collectible toy usually depicting animals, cartoon characters, sports personalities and popular celebrities. Custom-made bobblehead dolls are also a favorite gift item and are made in the likeness of the recipient. The head of a bobblehead doll is often oversized and is connected to the body
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A router, also called broadband or Internet connection sharing router, is a device that forwards data packets along with networks. It allows you to share one Internet connection between multiple computers without having to pay a full broadband subscription service for each computer on the network. Routers come in a wired or wireless variety, each
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Vintage phonographs are the most sought after items among antique collectors and music enthusiasts. Introduced in 1877, phonographs are among the earliest sound playing and recording devices ever invented. Despite the emergence of modern music players, which produce high-quality sound, phonographs remain popular among collectors because of the history that comes with them. Standard phonographs
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The Praying Mantis, generally called mantids, is one of the most popular insects kept as pets. They come in different colors and sizes depending on species. Sizes range from less than an inch up to 6 or more inches in length. Mantids are quite easy to take care of and just require a small space
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There’s nothing quite as special as receiving exotic fruits such as figs. While they also taste great when eaten fresh, figs are commonly available in the dried or processed form (jams and chutneys) because they do not keep long. Ripe figs do not transport well, and once picked from the tree, do not keep well.
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A parka is a cold-weather coat, usually with a fur-lined hood. It is typically stuffed with down or a very warm synthetic fiber to provide warmth in freezing temperatures. Feathers in a down-filled parka create a volume that traps layers of air to help retain warmth and keep out the cold. Down feathers are top
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The trombone is one of the most unusual musical instruments because of its odd slide mechanism that separates makes it unique from other instruments in the brass section. There are three types of trombones, namely, alto, tenor, and bass. The alto was the most popular type of trombone throughout the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, but
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A meat grinder is a versatile kitchen appliance used for mincing meats. Many people with restricted diets find grinding meat at home beneficial as they can remove fatty parts from the meat before grinding and have complete control over how coarse or fine the finished product will be. Apart from meats, these kitchen devices can
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A motorcycle helmet is an important protective head gear that every rider should wear. Laws that require every motorcycle rider and passenger to wear helmets whenever they ride are enforced to prevent motorbike crash-related injuries and deaths. According to studies, helmets are estimated to prevent 37 percent of crash deaths among motorcycle riders and 41
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Sausage making is a popular technique to preserve meats. In fact, almost every country has a traditional way of preparing sausages. Curing, drying or smoking can be used to lengthen the shelf life of sausages. However, there are also fresh sausages or those made from meats that have not been previously cured, hence, they must
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Just like other video game consoles, the Xbox 360 is a fragile item that must be properly packed prior to shipping to ensure that it arrives intact. Whether sending the gadget to a buyer, as a gift or to the repair center, here are some tips on how to properly pack and ship an Xbox
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Inline skates are a type of roller skate with four or five wheels arranged in a single line and used for inline skating. The first commercially available inline skate was released by Rollerblades in 1987 and inline skating has since become a popular recreational activity. In fact, inline skates have been incorporated in various sports
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A video card is an expansion card that allows the computer to send graphical information to a video display device such as a monitor or projector. It is usually rectangular in shape with numerous contacts on the bottom of the card and one or more ports on the side for connection to video displays and
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Pocket knives can be safely shipped via the United States Postal Service without restrictions as long as they don’t fall under items “with a blade that opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button or other device in the handle, or by operations of inertia, gravity, or both, or with a detachable blade propelled
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Shot glasses are some of the most sought-after collectibles. Almost every souvenir shop in museums, zoos, theme parks, and other tourist attractions in every part of the world has a shot glass to offer. They can be cheap numbers emblazoned with printed designs or rare ones made from crystal. Vintage shot glasses are also highly
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Building model ships is not only a popular hobby among enthusiasts but has also become a lucrative source of extra income for many modelers. Model ships can be scale models of popular battleships, cruise liners, steamboats, yachts and other marine vessels made from commercially-available model kits or from scratch based on the imagination of the
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There’s is nothing worse than receiving news that the fragile item you shipped arrived in a heap of broken mess. If you ship fragile items as a business, it is your responsibility to make sure that every package you sent reaches your customers in excellent condition. Attaching “Handle with Care” and “Fragile” labels on the
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Sometimes, the best way to effectively do a task is by knowing the common mistakes associated with it. By knowing the pitfalls, we can easily avoid making irreparable and costly blunders. Electronic devices are some of the most fragile items to ship. Apart from being made from breakable materials that can chip, fracture or shatter
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