#soft contact lenses products

[vanishingstarrs]

midnight haze ( k. bakugo x reader, slow burn, hurt x comfort, anxiety, fluff )

part 1, part 2, part 3

It was late. You shouldn’t even be awake, but you couldn’t sleep with all that was going on in the world.

So you decided to do something productive: bake. You needed something to focus your energy onto and who didn’t love cookies? You were sure your dorm mates would appreciate some in the morning when they all awoke.

You had very minimal lighting, but were wearing your glasses so that wasn’t an issue. You also had a pair of earbuds in one ear so you could monitor for any noise or disturbances you may be causing by being up so late into the night. The music was soft and meant to be soothing, you hoped it might make you sleepy with time, but it didn’t take and eventually you sat down next to the oven while you waited for your timer to run out.

“What are you doing?”

You nearly jumped, your hand coming up to clutch your chest as you pulled out your earbud and looked up at the person standing there.

“Jesus, you’re quiet.”

“And you’re not.” The blond countered.

You frowned at him,“Sorry, I couldn’t sleep.”

Bakugo sat down across from you, eyes glancing at the oven briefly before looking at you again,“How much longer?”

You glanced at your phone before looking at him and shrugging,“Seven minutes.”

He said nothing as he turned on the stove and placed a pot of water on. He stood and watched it until it was hot enough to pour into a mug with a teabag hanging off the side. He held it out to you, your eyes focused on the fact that it was his mug, his favorite color, his initial, his.

“For me?” You asked, unsure.

“Drink.” He said.

You took it and slowly took a sip, the tea was unfamiliar in taste and you figured it might also be one of his. Usually Momo was the one to offer you tea, you weren’t well versed in them, but did enjoy the taste whenever you had one.

“Did I really wake you up?” You asked as guilt settled in the pit of your stomach.

To your knowledge, Bakugo was a heavy sleeper.

He eyed your timer again.

“No.”

“Oh.”

You didn’t really know what else to say. You stopped the timer before it could make noise and stood up, placing the mug on the counter and picking up an oven mitt instead. The cookies smelt amazing as you pulled them out and part of you wanted to taste one, but the other part worried you’d get judged for eating it so late. Instead, you placed them on a rack to cool and took another sip of the tea.

You felt his gaze on you.

“Aren’t you gonna eat one?” He asked.

You shrugged for the second time,“They’re too hot right now, maybe tomorrow.”

“It’s already tomorrow.” He deadpanned.

There was no way your face wasn’t red as embarrassment flooded your mind, now you felt even worse for him being awake despite him saying it wasn’t your fault. The heat of the tea concealed your blush but fogged up your glasses, which was arguably even more mortifying, as you suddenly remembered that you were wearing them. No one ever saw you in them. You always made sure to wear your contacts in class and in costume for training, around anyone besides your parents.

Before you could do anything about it, the frames were plucked off your face and you watched dumbfounded as Bakugo used his t-shirt to clear them back up for you. You briefly eyed the tiny sliver of skin exposed by him using his shirt.

“Why can’t you sleep?” He brought the lenses up to his eyes to make sure they were good before placing them back on your face.

The question was unexpected, the whole interaction was, in fact. He was the last person you’d expect to care. Well… you didn’t know if he actually cared but still. You gulped, did you want to confide in him? You were never really close, I mean, sure, he didn’t yell at you the way he did the others and often times you’d worked together and managed to take care of your assignments without arguing. But you weren’t friends. At best, he tolerated you.

While you continued to hesitate, he walked over to the rack of cookies and plucked two out of the bunch. He bit into one, showing no signs of liking or hating it.

“How is it?” You couldn’t help seek validation, even if it was from him.

He held out the second cookie to you and you took it. One bite, two, they were fucking amazing. Not to toot your own horn, but if you were good at anything, it was baking.

He finished his off but said nothing on the taste or quality, you had a feeling chocolate chip wasn’t his favorite but didn’t dare ask what was.

“You gonna answer my question?”

You sighed and took another slow sip of tea before the mug was pulled from your hands and you watched Bakugo tip it back and down the rest. You watched with an open mouth as you didn’t know whether to be offended since he’d made it for you or go red at the fact that he’d drink from the same cup as you without care. As he rinsed the mug in the sink and set it down to wash later, he looked back at you with raised brows, okay…

“I’m worried.” You fidgeted with your fingers now that you didn’t have the mug to hold onto,“About Midoriya, about the fate of Japan… the world, actually. I wonder how it’ll all end, and whether all of us will—”

Your voice cracked, you took a deep breath,“You know?”

He sighed. “You gonna cry?”

Okay, that kinda hurt, you thought to yourself. Stubbornly, you held in your remaining feelings as you shook your head, you couldn’t say no or else you’d definitely shed a tear or two.

“Worrying won’t help him, or any of us.” He spoke up after a second,“What you need is rest, so that when they need us we’re able to do something. I know it’s all words or whatever, but that’s about all I can offer. Put your shit away, I’ll walk you back to your room, that tea should be kicking in any minute now.”

You looked at him with a questioning gaze and he scoffed.

“Relax. I didn’t slip you anything, I drank some too. It’s just some shit I buy, it soothes and helps you sleep. C’mon, I’m tired.”

You nodded and left it at that, quickly working to put your baked goods in a cute cookie jar you’d purchased once and writing a note for your classmates to help themselves and that they were fresh. You added that you’d clean up your dishes in the morning and your initials at the end with a smiley face. When you turned back around, Bakugo was waiting and he let you walk ahead of him.

It didn’t take long to reach you door, but when you did what he said surprised you.

“Leave your door open. Mine will be too.” He didn’t say it, but the implication was there. He’d be there if you needed anything.

“Okay.” Was all you responded with.

You didn’t know if it was the tea, or the fact that you felt a little lighter after telling someone a bit of what you were feeling, but you were definitely starting to feel tired and you couldn’t help reach up to rub one of your eyes.

“Nice glasses.” He teased.

You were thankful for the darkness to hide your blush as he ended it with,“Night.”

He was already walking away when you whispered so low he surely couldn’t have heard it,“Night… Bakugo.”

[marzipanandminutiae]

the one thing I am full-bore conspiracy theorist about?

daily contact lenses

or, well, not their existence, period. they're a valid health option that is best for some people, medically. but the sheer aggressiveness with which they're being pushed nowadays

the last few times I went to the eye doctor for my annual check-up, she was HEAVILY on my case to switch to dailies. like, to the point of arrogance and condescension when I said I preferred to stick with monthlies (I've worn contacts since I was 12, for reference). I also posted about it on a forum and got massive negativity in response, as well as being talked down to by someone claiming to be an optometrist himself

now if this were like...anti-vaxxer sentiment I'd understand that reaction. but from what I've heard, while monthlies do carry a higher risk of eye infections and such, they're not medically unsound or unsafe across the board. I'm willing to accept that risk, and since science has not found that they're terrible and should immediately be discontinued, I feel like my wishes should be respected and not belittled

point two: plastic waste. they say it's somehow less than using monthlies, but frankly I just don't see how that's possible. 365 of those little eye chips- times two! -and their packaging, add up to less than a case and a bottle of solution every few months, plus 24 contacts and their packaging? it doesn't make sense to me, and it doesn't help that I mostly see contact lens websites repeating this "fact." of course all contacts produce plastic waste, and I'd be perfectly willing to accept this as one of those You Have To Consume; You Just Decide What Areas Of Your Life Are Optimal For Minimization of Waste And What Aren't things, if dailies weren't being pushed so hard

(also I found two studies showing that monthly-replacement soft lenses produce less plastic waste than daily disposables. which, like. yes, this should be obvious, but here we are. granted, that's only two, and both studies emphasize that dailies and their accoutrements can be recycled, but see below)

some big companies have "contact recycling programs" but like. who's to say that's not greenwashing? where's the oversight? where are the investigations into what these programs actually DO? god knows we've been there before with recycling and corporations trying to pull the nylon-poly-blend Vegan Wool(TM) over our eyes

they're also more expensive than monthlies, which like. does not lend a positive slant to optometrists pushing them so stridently

on top of that, I and some other monthly users have noted that our contacts aren't lasting as long as they used to. for me, it was 17-18 years of smooth sailing with barely any problems, and as of like a year ago my contacts barely last two weeks without clouding up, ripping, chipping at the edges, causing my vision to blur, becoming uncomfortable...my brand did change around that time, so I hope it's just that, and the sample size of other monthly users I've pooled is VERY small. but it sure seems interesting that they suddenly started pushing a product that doesn't last long enough for people to notice low quality, around the time that at least some users of the longer-lasting version start having problems

you're pooh-poohing all of my concerns- which are indeed backed up by science, it seems! -with a "fix" that relies on big companies being honest about recycling, to push me from a non-ideal but still medically sound option to another that makes you more money?

I'm normally a pretty grounded person but I'm full-on tinfoil hat about this one

[riddlerscumshot]

Push and Pull

NSFW!

contains: simp/guard dog edward, soft dom mc, use of "ma'am", praise, dry humping, naked woman clothed man, multiple orgasms, creampie

words: 6,196

pairing: Edward Nashton x Original Female

The office supply shop I work at is small, but it's conveniently located and has reasonable prices. I see a lot of well dressed adults on their lunch breaks, high school students in the afternoon, and more adults in the evening. None of them usually leave an impression. Well, almost none.

There's this man. He never looks at me unless I'm not looking at him. Sometimes I avoid eye contact on purpose because I know he gets shy when I catch him looking at me. He'll look away, at his feet, or the pens or paper or thumbtacks I'm ringing up. But I like looking at him too. When he's walking down each of the two aisles the shop has, I like to observe. I don't know, I guess it's weird, but I think he's cute, and soft, even though he's always in dark clothes and heavy boots. When I hear his boots rounding the second aisle, I start organizing the front desk, busy work.

When he sets his items on the counter I start scanning and speak to him at the same time.

"I hope you found everything you needed!"

"Yes, ma'am. Thank you."

"Looks like it's nine dollars twenty-seven today." I finally look up. His glasses always have at least a couple raindrops on the lenses. He shifts his eyes down, focusing on his wallet as he pulls out a twenty dollar bill and hands it to me.

"Do you work late?" The question just sort of came out of my mouth as I finished counting his change and handed it to him. I'm always thinking it. Wondering why he's always my last customer. I never ask him anything, I never make conversation, I don't do that with any customers. But I wanted to talk to him.

"I-- Yes." He was dropping the coins in his pocket and stuffing the bills in his wallet as I tucked his receipt in his bag. "Thank you." He took the plastic bag by the handles and made his way out of the store, only a little faster than normal.

That was stupid. I could tell he's introverted, I shouldn't have tried to talk to him. I should have left him alone.

He came back.

Four days later, his usual timeline. His boots are louder and faster than last time or all the times before that. He grabs the product he needed in no time at all, rounding the second aisle in a personal record of his. I didn't have time to look busy, he didn't have time to look at me. He let the items he picked out fall onto the counter.

"You're... getting a lot more than usual."

"Yes."

I must have made him uncomfortable last time. I should apologize. Should I? He is buying extra so he can stay away longer, He means to avoid me. Did I really do something wrong?

I hear him clear his throat, and realize I hadn't started ringing him up, I was just staring at the counter full a months worth of office supplies. "I'm sorry. For spacing out, and for invading your privacy last time."

He doesn't speak for a moment, his haul almost ready to be paid for. I take off the price for his electrical tape, as an extra apology.

"I uh-- Don't worry about it," his hand outstretched with forty dollars, ready to pay. He left, with his change and two plastic bags. He was walking slower.

I had been going through the motions for a while now. Every day blending together, all feeling he same. Sitting on the uncomfortable wooden stool behind the cash register. It's still more comfortable than being on my feet for all 9 hours of my shift. Home is calling my name. My shower, my pantry and refrigerator, my bed, all ready to see me and I them. The day can end now and I would be completely fi-- He's back.

When I watched him walk in, he looked back at me, then he ducked into the first aisle. Heavy rubber soles march around, he's in the second aisle now. I can see the top of his head, as our shelves don't go very high, and he is also quite tall. When he swings around the corner, we are looking at each other. His stride long and focused.

Eyes locked together as the man gets closer. I'm sat on my stool the way I always am, but I get this instinct, like I need to move. I'm not sure if I have to go forward or backward. The raindrops are all over his shoulders and hair too, this time. I can see when he's suddenly right in front of me. I didn't realize the it was such heavy weather tonight. I don't say anything at all this time. Even though I always ask if he needs anything else. I read him his total, he pays in cash, I give him his change, he puts it away, he walks out--

He's not walking away.

"My name is Edward. I work late into the evening, yes, and I accept your apology from last time, even though it was not needed and it was my reaction that was out of line."

Seconds passed us by as I figured out was to say back. I wasn't expecting this. I wasn't expecting anything, but especially not this.

"Hello, Edward. My name is Marley. I hope to see you back again soon." I gave him a smile, still looking into his eyes. He really is soft. If only I could hold his cheeks in my hands, and keep looking into his eyes forever.

"Thank you, ma'am," he nods his head as drops his eyes and turns away from me, leaving again.

The next time he came in, he looked cleaner than usual. Haircut, he got a haircut. The same general shape was there, side part and flat texture in all, just trimmed and kept.

I smiled at him when he rounded the corner, and he smiled back, but dropped his eyes right after. Since he wasn't gonna look, I will.

He fidgets with the zipper on his windbreaker while I tuck the last of the printer ink into his bag.

"Your hair looks nice, Edward. Did you get it cut?"

His eyes come up, then go back down. "Uh, yes. Thank you, ma'am."

"Marley."

"Thank you. Marley," Edward's face flushed.

"You're welcome. You got some money for me?" He's sweet. I didn't want him to leave. I want to ask him why he's so shy. I want to listen to him speak. I want to know who he is.

I guess I really don't get out much. Meeting new people is not a regular occurence in my life. So I find myself fixating and thinking about a man that shops at my place of employment twice a week. Is that really bad? A lack of social interaction is considered a negative trait to most people, right? Should I be worried?

Nah, I'm fine.

"Hi Edward," I say to him as he walks in the door.

"Hello, Marley."

I listen to his footsteps. I hear him switch rows, and wait for him to make the last turn. I'm smiling at him before he knows I'm looking. He doesn't look away, but I can tell it's hard for him. It's like he's almost blushing.

"Do you work here every day, Marley?" He asked me a question. He's looking at me too. Not at his printer paper on the counter, not at his shoes, Edward is looking at and talking to me.

"My boss, the owner, works Saturday and Sunday every week." Edward gives a hum of acknowledgement as his total gets higher.

"Enjoy your weekend, then," he takes his paper and leaves. I forgot it was Friday until he reminded me. I felt momentum for the last few minutes of my shift. It feels silly, like an elementary school crush, but Edward is a cute guy. And I find myself looking forward to interactions with him, and feeling rhapsodic after them. I want to get to know him, and let him know me.

Locking up the shop for the night, ready to start my walk home, and I can't stop thinking about his big glasses that sit on his baby face. Traffic noise always irritated me. Honking is moronic and police sirens are piercing. LED lights on every inch of a GCPD vehicle, but every third street light is burnt out on this block. Cars swerving to miss potholes, they would rather hit a pedestrian than change their tire.

Making my way to the first alley I have to cut through on my way home, the pepper spray on my keychain ready, just in case. But I can't stop thinking about how respectful he must be. Always using 'ma'am' and how he came back, ready to resolve any tension. Left and down this block, then cross right and through the second and last alley I need to walk through. Welcome to Gotham. Shed fifteen minutes off your walk home, all for the low risk of your wallet, and your life.

I can't stop thinking about Edward's build, in his bulky clothes and sturdy boots. His stride wide, steps heavy. At my apartment door, the key is entering the lock. It's foolish to be thinking about him so much; and being aware of the foolishness makes him more appealing.

The office supply shop I work at is mundane, the shifts are long, entertainment is sparse. My lack of free time in my personal life due to my long shifts, causes me to spend my free time on the clock daydreaming about a conversation with Edward lasting more than four minutes. I picture him staying so long, he's there while I close the store. He'd walk me home, and we'd get to talk even more.

I wish I could know more about him. He's like a half-open letter sat on the kitchen counter, addressed to someone else. A naturally curious person would want to take a peak, at least the first sentence. But out of respect, no such action is taken. One must wait for the contents to be shared voluntarily, if ever.

Edward's last visit was on Monday, three days ago. He'll most likely be in today. Nothing new will happen. For maybe weeks now, the only things that are different are me knowing his name, and now I ask 'how are you?' and he replies 'well, and you?' before I say 'well' and ring him up.

I could hear the rain and thunder tonight. I can't see it, the window tint combined with the dark evening was an attempt to deceive me. I wouldn't want to make extra journeys in this weather, so I didn't blame Edward when there were ten minutes left of my shift and I still hasn't seen him. I never close early, but I was so sure the store wouldn't see another customer tonight. I stood from my seat behind the counter so I could lock the door before counting the cash register. All but two steps away when the door swings open and I'm inches from being body slammed.

"M-Marley, I apologize," Edward slows himself down just in time to miss me and gently lets the door close behind him. "I was rushing in to dodge the rain, I did not intend to knock into you."

I've never been so close to him, there's always two feet of counter space between us. I can smell him, natural musk, baby powder scented deodorant, and rain water. He's crowded near the door, as I'm stood in his normal path. It takes me just a bit too long to realize I should move and speak.

"It's all right, Edward," I finally say as I take two steps back. "I didn't think I'd see you tonight, I was on my way to lock the door."

Edward was looking at his feet, then the keys in my hand, then his feet again, then toward the first aisle of product. The smile on his face was very small, but I saw it.

"I suppose the rain did try to keep me. Thank you for staying open, ma'am--Marley"

"Of course," I turn to head back behind the counter so he can shop.

He's quick to meet me at the register. I keep my head and eyes down as I help him. I feel him looking at me.

"How are you?"

"Well, and you?"

"...you know, you can tell me more. When I ask that, you can be more honest if you want, or-- not that you're a dishonest person. I mean if you just want to say you're well, that's okay I want you to feel comfortable. I just mean if there is a deeper answer, I'll listen." What is wrong with me.

I look up to see what his face can tell me, but he looks away after I have half a second. The expression I did get to see was mostly a mix of surprise and confusion.

"Noted," Edward spoke, his tone delicate and his new expression soft. It didn't take him that long to answer, but seconds feel longer when your heart is pounding.

Why am I so anxious?

The next round of silence is actually long this time. Edward has a bill between his fingers, waiting for me to say the total and reach out my hand. I contemplate taking too long to bag everything, or maybe miscountung his change and having to start over. But the store closed two minutes ago and I'm sure he has somewhere to be. So top tier service is all I can offer.

"How do you get home?" I have to pause counting his last few pennies for just a moment, then I continue and hand over his change. "I was just-- I hope you don't have to be in the rain for too long."

"Thank you, Edward. I walk home, but it's not too bad with some short cuts." Edward looked in my eyes. His brows were pinched and raised.

"Every night?"

I let myself chuckle. "Yeah, I wear a raincoat."

"Raincoats aren't bulletproof."

"Jesus, Edward."

He cleared his throat. "I apologize, that was blunt. Gotham has more danger than the rain, is what I meant."

"You meant both, that's okay. I also carry pepper spray, and like to kick." This made him grin. Not a soft smile, but he grinned. It made me grin too. It was something about this connection, like we've finally cracked the code and started communicating. I felt like I could keep it going if I wanted to, and he gave me the confidence, so I did. "It would be nice to keep it in my purse for a night, if you have time to walk me home."

And just like that, a man I know nothing about save his name found out where I live.

"Do you live this direction?" I asked when we left the store and crossed the street.

"No."

"How long is it for you?"

"Don't worry right now, ask me when we're closer. I don't mind the walk."

"So it's really out of your way."

"I said not to worry."

"We need to duck through this alleyway," I say, his pace was too fast and we almost passed it. I felt like I was keeping up with him, when I'm the one that knows where we're going.

"Marley, there's barely any light down this way. You take this every night?"

"It's the only other path, unless we walked five extra blocks. It's not so bad." And honestly, this was the only time i've meant that. I don't think I've heard sirens once, and the street lights are brighter tonight, some must have been fixed over the weekend. The rain let up only a bit, but there wasn't anymore lightning and thunder. Edward and I both had our hoods up. He was stoic. He knows this city is rough, he can feel the chill of the night, and he can see the puddles in our way, but he remains as is.

"When you leave the shop, are you going or coming from work?"

"Both," Edward answers, he glances over for a moment, then forward again, his soft smile making an appearance.

"Damn, what kind of schedule do you have?" My tone light, but still expecting an answer.

"I work from home, and make my own hours. It's hard to find a stopping point, so I leave when I'm out of supplies. Or food."

"That's a lot of focus and drive."

"What a nice was of saying obsessive compulsive."

"We need to cut through this one now," I point to the next alley that leads to the street my building in on.

"This one is even darker."

"That's new, the light on the other side went out, I guess." I look behind me as we enter the alley, I always do just to be safe. There was someone, on the other side of the street, smoking a cigarette outside the laundromat. If Edward wasn't with me, I would have been a bit paranoid about them, maybe even broken into a jog, once out of sight, but I followed Edward down the path at his pace. I looked up and over at him, my feet had to move faster than his, but i could still keep up. "Can I know how long your walk is now?"

"I live down the block from your store, around the corner."

"Thank you for walking me, Edward." We've slowed down and then stopped once the whole of the alley was behind us.

"Yes," he cleared his throat. "You're welcome. I would be happy to do it again."

"Sometimes, when you speak, I feel like you're trying to sound as normal as you possibly can. Are you really this collected, or do you censor yourself?" "

The latter."

"I'd love to know what your thoughts are before you turn them into sentences."

"I'd love to know what your hands feel like in mine," Edward blushed as soon as he blurted out what must have been an unfiltered thought. The smile on my face couldn't be slapped away if he tried. He was back to staring at his shoes when I took his right hand in my left, and laced our fingers.

"They're dry and chapped, cold air."

"They're perfect," Edward was looking at our hands together, before he reached for my other. That was the most confident action I've seen him commit, and also the most action I've gotten in three years.

"I wanted to hold you hand the whole time, I thought you would be uncomfortable, when I wanted you to feel safe."

"You're so sweet," he was blushing at my words. Or rather, hearing my words, in a soft tone, while holding my hands.

"Thank you, M-Marley."

"You wanna help me cross the street, Edward?"

"Yes," he drops my right hand but keeps the left. Onward. "I should have your phone number, for the next time my pepper spray feels too heavy."

[You'll be closed soon]

The text message was from Edward, we had exchanged the courteous 'this is me' texts just after he walked me to my door last night, besides that, I had went on with my routine and made it my whole day without communication. I didn't want to be overbearing and too much. Unless he's okay with that.

{Is this you offering to walk me home}

[It's also me wondering why you haven't asked yet]

{Come here}

I was locking the door when I heard Edward's footsteps approaching me from down the sidewalk.

"Hi," I said with a smile, stuffing my keys in my purse so either hand is free for him to take.

"Hi," he looks down, this time it's at my hand, not his feet. I hold it out for him.

"I've been thinking about you all day, and how sweet you are to me. But I'd hate to disturb you too much, so I didn't want to make you walk me home two nights in a row."

"I like it," we made it to the other side of the street before he clarified more. "I like doing things for you."

"Sweetie... I think I just started liking you even more." I got him blushing again. There wasn't even any rain tonight, and it felt nice to not have my hood up while also looking over my shoulder for potential harm as we made the trip home.

"How old are you?"

"...32... Is that--"

"I don't mind, sweetie, I just want to know more about you. I'm 26, so you know," I tried to face him when I spoke, but I kept bumping into him from the side.

"You've always lived here?" He asked me.

"Gotham or my apartment?"

"Both?"

"No."

He giggled.

"Since moving to Gotham, that apartment is where i've been planted. I moved here from Michigan, after I tried to go to college but couldn't decide on a major to declare so when the university kept pushing me, I broke and dropped out and googled 'cheapest cities to live in' and I picked the first one out of state but close enough by car. I had to sell my car my first year here though."

"It's not necessary in the city, to drive. Your walk home would take just as long by car. Plus someone would've stolen your catalytic converter if you'd had it a week longer. Not to mention the city pays no attention to the potholes, faded road lines, or the sewer grates that flood from the rain. Attempting to drive a car here is redundant, costly, and ineffective."

"You were born here," it wasn't a question, I could just tell.

"Yes. I grew up in Gotham Orphanage. It's burnt and abandoned now. I've lived in dorms and then my current apartment since then." "The same apartment since you left college?"

"Cheapest city to live in, right?"

"Touché."

We got to my place too soon. "I want more time with you." Edward smiled.

"Until I am measured, I am not known. Yet how you miss me, when I have flown."

Now it's my turn to smile. "Just because time keeps going doesn't mean you have to. Have some tea with me, Edward." My tone came out a bit more demanding than indented, but it worked in my favor.

"Yes, ma'am."

Edward was following my suit as I hung up my coat and took off my shoes at the front door.

"Come on." I lead him to the kitchen. "Sit." I started the kettle. "Black or green?"

"Black, please."

"Sugar?"

"No, ma'am-- Marley."

"Ma'am." He went silent. I finished prepping our mugs before turning to face him. His blush was different this time. Deeper. He was looking at his hands as they rested in his lap.

"I'm sorry, ma'am."

"Oh sweetie, it's okay. I wasn't mad, just letting you know what I like. Is that okay, that I like that?"

"Yes," it was like he couldn't wait to reply but didn't want to at the same time. "I like it too." He was embarrassed. Oh there's more to this. I took away the distance between us, and he finally looked up at me once I was roughly a foot away. I reached my hand to his cheek, and held his head in my hand as he looked up at me from his position at my kitchen table. I rubbed my thumb back and forth just next to the apple of his cheek, and stared back into his eyes as they whined at me. "What is the most kissable flower?"

"Hmmm," I moved my thumb a tad lower, until it traced his mouth. "These tulips?" Edward sucked in a breath and accidentally let out a whine in the process. He wanted a kiss so bad, I couldn't deprive him. Poor thing.

There was realization and excitement in his eyes went I started to move, then panic, before he closed them in acceptance. It only took him a second or two to kiss back, and follow my lead. And it only took him him a few more seconds before his hands reached out for me, landing on my waist. His kisses were gracious. Sweet and wet and perfect. I can't stand this angle anymore, I need to sit in his lap, or get him up, or--

The hiss of the kettle is what broke me off of him. I turned around quickly, turning off the stove as I moved the pot over to an unused burner.

"My room is this way, Edward." I said as I left the kitchen, my decision made. He stumbled as he tried to catch up, and followed me through my bedroom door. "I want to do a lot more than kiss tonight, Edward. Is that okay?" "

Yes, ma'am."

"It's been a while for me, I hope I'm not being too forward for your liking." I sat down on my bed, and he followed me. "Forward is my liking."

"Good boy..." Edward's face got red and he looked in his lap. "Do you like when people call you that, sweetie?"

"You're the first, but I do like it."

"How experienced are you, Edward?" He was getting embarrassed again.

"I lost my virginity in college. We... hooked up two more times that year. I haven't really met anyone since." He couldn't look at me.

"But you've met me. I guess that means I get you all to myself, huh?"

"Yes, ma'am."

I kissed him quickly before backing further onto the bed, and he followed, chansing a kiss down. I held his face in my hands as he held himself over me, I spread my legs so he could rest comfortably against me. His arms on either side of my head, but not holding up too much weight. I let myself wrap my legs around his waist and our kiss built into something wet and rough. Edward started to whine right around the time I felt his hard on against me. Getting him so worked up is the best foreplay I've ever had.

Edward's hips started rocking into mine and he broke his mouth off mine and dove his lips down my jaw and neck. He tried kissing me, or maybe giving me a hickey, but quickly, we was letting his open mouth pant and whine into me. I hummed, and stroked his hair and back. His head shifted and I felt him trying not to nuzzle into my chest. One of his hands moved, cupping one of my breast.

"You wanna take my shirt off, baby?"

"Yes, please," Edward sounded lost and safe. He sat himself up so I could too. His fingers gripped the hem of my shirt and I raised my arms for him, I heard him take a deep breath when my bare chest was finally on display for him. I was about to see about taking his shirt off next, but he was already returning us to the previous position. Kisses are planted down my neck, collarbones, and chest. Edward's hips resume their movements, and his hand finds my tits again. My hand is suddenly on the back of his head when I feel his lips on my nipple.

"Gooood boy." Edward sucks on my tit harder and he continues to hump his clothed cock against me while I comb my fingers through his hair. He's whimpering and his spit is leaking all over my chest as he switches to give my other nipple attention. He can't decide if he wants to keep humping me and cum, or slow down and ask for guidance, and he's needs to decide soon. He can't keep his mouth on me any longer, because he can't stop panting and moaning for me. "It feels so good, doesn't it? Dry humping me, getting to feel me up?"

"Ye--es ma'am. Ah! Thaank you. AH!" Edward's rutting into my spread legs as I hold him in my arms. Poor thing can barely hold on, let alone hold himself up. I thought I was touch starved, but Edward is proving there is a deeper hunger one can reach. He needs this. Edward can't stop using the friction of our bodies to get off, he is a dehydrated man to water, a dog to a bone.

"You're so perfect, baby. Such a good boy for me." A cry fell from Edward's lips as he buried his face into the crook of my neck, his hips twitchings as his pace hit a brick wall. His hips barely twitch as the rest of his stays still.

"Aww, good job, Edward." He was still whimpering for me, trying to say something but it wasn't coming out right. "Hm?"

"I'm sorry, ma'am."

"Oh, it's okay, sweetie. You'll just have to get me off now, huh?"

Edward shot up. "Yes, ma'am."

I hooked my thumbs under the waist of my pants and slid them off me, my underwear going with them.

"Why don't you take yours off too? You've made a mess of them." Edward's eyes avoid me. "You don't have to, I just want you to be comfortable."

Edward looks back for just a moment, a peace offering. He's smiling and looking away before saying, "Thank you, ma'am. But I think I want them on right now."

"Okay, sweetie," I smile at him and he smiles back.

I take his hand in mine, and lead his fingers to touch me. He just sits and watches as I guide him. He swallows and looks up at me, then down at me, then up again. "You got me that wet, Edward." I dip his middle finger into my hole and push it in and out then back in, then he starts to do it himself. "You can put another in, baby."

Edward slips his ring finger in, pressing in and out at first.

"You can use them to massage me, push them in me and then--" I had to stop talking to breathe instead as Edward got the hang of it quicker than I expected.

"Like that?"

I couldn't tell if he was being cocky or genuine, but i nodded and let out a soft moan anyway. I relaxed my upper body and let myself lean back as I felt Edward's fingers get further than mine ever could. I moved my own hand to my clit, he can work up to multitasking, or apparently not. Edward is swatting my hand away immediately.

"Let me do it." Edward uses his own split and my wetness to glide his fingers in circles on my clit, while stuffing me with his fingers at the same time. I can't remember the last time I was touched like this, if ever. His fingers fit just right. He curled them inside me, pressed them against me, and pumped them into me. My clit still getting all it needed.

"Fuck, baby. Good job," My speech is breathy. I watch Edward watch me. He eyes taking in my body, my cunt, my face and the way my eyebrows hike up when he gets his fingers even deeper.

"It feels good?"

"Yes, Eddie, baby, fuck. Just like this. I'm so lucky to have such a pretty boy getting me-- OFF!" Edward was moving both hands faster, I didn't tell him I needed him too, but I didn't even realize I needed him to until he did. The new speed added a roughness to the fingers inside me. It's like he's just finished reading my body, cover to cover. He knows what I know before I know it. I can't find much more in myself but moans and nods and variations of "Good job," and "Thank you," before my orgasm starts to creep up.

"Yes! Yes baby. God, you're gonna make me cum," Edward maintained his pace, even as my hips started to buck, like they were trying to meet his pattern but failing. Even as my moans hiked in pitch and volume, fingers gripping at the bedsheets and shoulders, And even as I quieted down, chest still heaving and eyes closed.

"Eddie!" I tapped his hands with mine, and that's when his fingers finally left me. I was trying to find more breath and words when Edward moved to kiss me. His movements were easy, disciplined. I'm so pleased to have been right when I pictured his lips as soft and sweet. Hands were all over me, unsure of where to stay, or trying to memorize all of me in case this is a dream. Fingertips dusting over my bare thighs, flowing down to my knees before backtracking all the way up to my hips. If my body was a sea, he's a sailor, exploring how far I really reach. Hands on my shoulders, my arms, I thought he might hold my hands as we continue to kiss but then his hands move again along with his lips. Trails of kisses are dropped across my cheeks, my jaw, and my throat. I feel taken but not captive. Held.

"I'm hard again." Edward's flat tone grounded me, but otherwise didn't bother me. Straightforward, he had something to say, and saw no need to ease into the conversation when precise language did the trick.

"I think you'll have to fuck me then, Eddie."

"...Yes, ma'am." Unsure of himself, Edward sat up slowly, looking at my face before breaking the gaze and choosing to look at his lap instead. Fully clothed, Edward was sat on his own legs, between mine that have been spread open for him all night.

"You can keep them on, sweetie." I said to him as I sat up. I reach for the button and zipper on his bulky, canvas pants. His eyes are focused on my hands as I carefully undo his pants. "I'm just gonna pull it out, you don't have to take anything off if that makes you feel comfortable." There was a mess in his underwear waiting for me, his cock covered in his previous load and already leaking precum for the next. I pump my hand over his dick a few times, though he really didn't need it. I reach my free hand up to the back of his neck so I can bring him with me when I lay back down. His cock so close to me at last, but still not inside me.

"Put it in, baby. I wanna know what your pretty cock feels like inside me."

A yelp of excitement and nerves comes from Edward as he positions himself against my hole, his swollen and pink tip begging to know what I feel like.

"Wait I don't-- do you have--"

"I'm on birth control, Eddie."

Edward's smile is back and he presses his cock against my hole, finally giving the push it needs to sink into me, and all the way down. Slowly, his cock pulls almost out, and another gradual plunge back in. His whines start on his third or fourth thrust, which is when he picks up speed, if only a little. Careful and comfortable, Edward gets himself deeper into me, a proper fuck soon enough. I lift my legs lift a bit more, helping his tip reach even further than his fingers did. A mutual "Oh, fuck..." shared between us. Edward had a new gravitational pull. He wasn't meant to fall to the Earth, he was meant to fall to me. Each thrust just an unfortunate separation followed by the inevitable destiny of his dedication to me.

"You were made for me, Edward."

All he could muster was a moan, his eyes squeezed shut as he tried so hard not to come too fast. As he went on, though, he found out his best try wasn't enough. His whines and whimpers and pants just fuel for my euphoria. Little breaths and repeated "ah, ah, ah"s as he built himself up and fucked me deep. His once fixed pace getting faster when his voice got louder. His shoulders shaking with his jagged breathing.

"I know, I know."

"Please, please, please," his words match his thrust, showing me the punctuation.

"Please?"

"Please, ma'am. Please, I need-- ah!" He's lost any tempo he once had, still fucking me deep, fast, long, but unable to control much more.

"You need to cum, Eddie? You need to cum in me?" He nods quick and plenty.

"Use your words, come on."

"I'm gonna-- I need to cum. Let me cum in you please-- fuck! Your pussy feels so good around me. So fucking perfect. Please ma'am please say I was good enough please. Please let me cum for you please."

"What a good boy, so desperate. You fucked me so good. Show me how good it feels. Cum for me, Edward."

His head drops into my neck, panting as he lets go inside of me, warm and wet, serene and satiated.

[bellewintersroe]

The last daniel fic was delicious. my brain has been working, Danny ric absolutely knows your full skincare routine just because of how much he admires you (I currently have six serums in rotation) so maybe one night reader comes back after a night out or something and doesn’t remember anything. So in the morning Daniel informs her that the skincare routine has not been missed and telling reader exactly what he used and how he used it, being so proud of himself. <3

Daniel Ricciardo x Reader Fluff ☁️

This is the cutest request ever, thank you sm!! Daniel is deffo to the type to look after his gf like a Princess (who even if he doesn’t know the exact names of everything) but I hope this is okay! <3

No warnings just Daniel being cute af and taking care of drunk!reader.

“So I was thinking for next weekend we could- uh, babe, what even is that?” Daniel paused, frowning at the door as he caught sight of you using your Jade Roller Gua Sha. “My Gua Sha.” You casually responded, glimpsing back to him in the mirror before continuing with your daily massages.

“Whatt…” Daniel slowly spoke stepping closer and sliding a gentle hand over the back of your waist. That’s how he always was, so soft with all his movements with you. The look of confusion in your face made you giggle as you spun around kissing his cheek adoringly. “Six steps, babe. It’s all just skin care.”

“Ah okay.” He pretended to know what was going on, eyes roaming over the several bottles neatly stood up on the work surface. “What’s this?”

“Tinted moisturiser? You want some, stops your skin from aging so badly and gives you a tan.” Daniel leapt back seeing you ready to apply some. “I’m good!” He did not want any tan on his face. “Maybe I should start doing your skin care.”

“That’s okay, babe, I don’t really understand all of it.” He was right, it would be another six months of being together before he understood vaguely each step. He knew how important it was to you, those mysterious bottles travelled with you everywhere, he even found a couple things lingering in the fridge. That’s why when you came stumbling in drunk at 2am, Daniel knew exactly what he had to do. “I’m too tired to wipe my makeup off.” You slurred, sighing as you slumped over the edge of the sink. You’d brushed your teeth, that felt like enough for your tired out, drunken brain.

“Awww god, never thought I’d see the day you weren't doing all that shit to your face!” He laughed, already washing his hands in preparation. “Mmmh.” You lazily responded as he dried his hands, pulling your hair back with your fluffy headband to get your face clear. His hands messed with your hair slightly, swiping it back out of your eyes carefully. Drunkly, you’d press messy kisses to his face, in complete adoration of the sexy Australian that you called your boyfriend.

“Eyelashes.” You whispered, pointing it before pulling off the strips and sticking them onto the side. Daniel proceeded to use your makeup cleansing balm, being as gentle as ever as he massaged the product into your face, wiping it clear of the foundation and product. The eyes were particularly tricky, so he reverted to a makeup wipe. But with everything else he felt like a pro, cleanser, moisturiser, some weird thing you called ‘serum’, lip balm, hell he even took your literal contact lenses out for you.

You were a certified mess, borderline passed out at the bathroom counter, so when you woke up feeling a hungover mess, you were borderline concerned as to why your skin felt so lovely and fresh. Your fingers felt for any remnants of mascara or brow gel on your face, but felt nothing. Your lips were smooth as you rubbed them together and any greasy foundation from last night had been cleaned straight off.

“Mmmh.” Not thinking too deeply into it, you threw an arm around Daniel, wrapping his warm body closely to you to escape the chilly blow of the air conditioning.

“Are you hungover, baby?” The Australian besides you sent shivers down your spine with his husky voice. “Mmmmh, kinda.” Your eyes remained shut against his chest as he pressed a light kiss to your forehead. “I wiped your makeup off last night.”

“Thank you, Daniel.” You tiredly hummed, rubbing his chest in appreciation. “Full… full moisturiser and everything.” This caught your attention. You shifted, sitting up slowly so the blood wouldn’t rush from your head.

“Oh yeah? Is that why my skin feels so nice?” The two of you were caressing your face. “I think I did everything, babe. I’m becoming a master at this. I used your wax melt thing first, literally melted off your makeup.” He cleared his throat. “Then I cleaned. Twice, like you always do…” at this point you were climbing on top of his hips, straddling him out of the pure excitement that Daniel memorised all of this (even if the names of things weren’t exactly spot on). “Put on ya moisturiser, all those serum things, your lip balm, spot cream that I steal- I even rolled your face for more than two minutes with your thing.”

“Gua Sha?” You’d giggle, your heart warm with appreciation. “Gua Sha.” Daniel confirmed. “Oh, Daniel.” You swooned. “I do love you. You didn’t need to do all that. Weren’t you tired?” “Nah, it’s cool. I’m pretty sure I didn’t miss a step and now you’re still pretty, all because of me.” He teased as I nudged his belly playfully. “I take care of you that’s what I do.” He announced proudly as your grin would be widespread.

“I know you do. Thank you, baby.” He’d be so warm and cuddly, holding you into his chest with muffled groans, and oh my god he’d have the biggest smile on his face ever. He was high key so proud of himself for nailing each skin care step that he’d literally take over for you each time you would do it on an evening. Eventually he would nail all of the steps (and names) and eventually he himself could nail you in return!

[skz-sarang]

. . . - ̗̀ ౨ৎ WHAT’S ? ! ? IN MY 👜 BAG ، . ˓ ִֶָ 𖥔

Lovey is a girl with a lot of style, and she has a particular love for accessories, especially bags and shoes, she has a wardrobe full of them galore.

she has many bags, of various sizes, each for a different situation, for example, to go out in the evening she uses rather small handbags, and very often of known brands such as miu miu, prada, chanel or so on. Very often gifted by other members ambassadors of certain brands, such as the two louis vuitton bags given to Sarang by Felix.

to go out daily instead, she prefers a bag large enough to let in everything she needs. The bag he currently uses is a puffer tote bag of the brand ‘my mum made it’ in cream color.

౨.&&. . . ELECTRONIC SUPPLIES! ⋆ ｡ ˚ ⋆

... iphone, ipad, airpods, airpods max ... in short, sarang is a apple products’ lover (she also has the apple watch on her wrist !! ) . In addition to the phone, which explains itself, lovey carries the iPad in her bag every day, because it helps her to work, recording her own rehearsals or taking notes for new lyrics; and headphones because her life is made of music, and she can’t do anything without it. It also has a charger and a powerbank.

౨.&&. . . GLASSES! ⋆ ｡ ˚ ⋆

Sarang has vision problems, which is why he uses eyeglasses. A pair of spare glasses, with contact lenses and eye drops, can’t be missing in his bag. Plus a pair of branded sunglasses for the sunniest days.

౨.&&. . . BEAUTY ESSENTIALS! ⋆ ｡ ˚ ⋆

Lovey never leaves home without a collection of beauty essentials to keep her looking fresh and fabulous throughout the day. Her bag includes: lip balm and lip gloss to keep her lips moisturized and shiny, compact mirror for quick touch-ups, Hand cream to ensure her hands are always soft and smooth, Travel-sized perfume and a little Makeup pouch with items like mascara, eyeliner, and a mini brush set for any necessary touch-ups.

౨.&&. . . WELLNESS ITEMS! ⋆ ｡ ˚ ⋆

Health and wellness are important to Lovey, so she carries a few essential items to take care of herself: hand sanitizer, wet wipes, pads and tampons, tissues, first aid kit (Including band-aids, pain relievers, and any personal medications.) She also has a baby pink reusable water bottle to stay hydrated on the go and some healthy snacks such as nuts or granola bars for a quick energy boost.

౨.&&. . . MISCELLANEOUS! ⋆ ｡ ˚ ⋆

Lovey's bag contains a variety of miscellaneous items that she finds useful such as a planner or notebook for jotting down ideas, plans, or reminders; pen and pencil for writing in her planner or notebook and hair ties and clips.

౨.&&. . . ESSENTIALS! ⋆ ｡ ˚ ⋆

Last but definitely not least there are three essentials items which Sarang can’t do without: her Keys, with a pink my melody keychain; her wallet containing her ID, her drivers license, credit cards and some cash; and the jyp badge to get into the entertainment.

Lovey's bag is a perfect reflection of her organized, stylish, and prepared personality. Each item serves a purpose, ensuring she is ready for any situation that comes her way.

©2024 , skz-sarang masterlist

!TAGLIST! : @smh-anon (send an ask to be added to the taglist!)

[stagnation-if]

hello, hello! can we please have some descriptions of what the ros look like and what their dynamics will be with mc? or can be if we get multiple personality types with mc! thank you!

Here you go!

Below the cut because it's long lol kgkskf

I don't have time atm but I'll make a proper intro for all the ros

Dawn

Hair: messy and ear-length (she cut it after a Saturday night meltdown a while back). Half of it is dyed purple, and the other half is naturally black Eyes: Dark brown. Dawn uses contact lenses Height: 163 cm Build: Scrawny Skin: Honey brown Race: Southeast Asian Other: Dawn has a few piercings. Her arms are covered in tattoos.

Personality: resilient, quick-witted and determined. Dawn knows what she wants (to get rid of Seth) and she knows how to get it (using MC). She's never hidden her intentions, or lied about her objective. Dawn's distaste for deities is evident since the moment MC meets her, and she seems to faintly rejoice in reminding them. A very intelligent woman, Dawn loves street racing and causing some trouble online. She ‘works’ as a hacker.

Tropes: Rivals to friends to lovers, Forced proximity, (possible) Rivals with benefits.

Bruno

Hair: cropped short, dark brown/nearly black hair. Eyes: Light brown. Bruno uses glasses. Height: 181 cm Build: Average and soft, a bit chubby Skin: Bronze Race: half Hispanic, half East Asian

Personality: neurotic, idealistic and uptight. Otherwise known as MC's companion in jail, Bruno has been recently caught for a crime that is a product of his own very uncharacteristic and rare ambition: knowledge. He's a very intelligent individual, although not particularly assertive. This historian and divorced dad knows more about MC than he lets on, though Bruno insists he was just at the wrong time at the wrong time.

Tropes: Devotee/Worshipper X Deity, (Bruno's) Strangers to friends to lovers, Parent RO.

A Moonless

Hair: long (f!A, middle back / m!A and nb!A, shoulder-length), jellyfish cut. It's naturally brown with a colorfully dyed front. Eyes: Hazel. Height: f!A and nb!A, 170cm / m!A, 177cm. Build: Skinny Skin: Tan Race: Indigenous (unknown) Other: A has a few tattoos on their arms and legs.

Personality: caring, playful and a bit temperamental. Despite their new, much more modern look, A is and acts just like a human MC once knew and loved, Zain. A is protective of those they care about, and they're never afraid to speak their mind. They're Dawn's coworker at the Speakeasy, where VR services are offered to its clients.

Tropes: One-sided (MC) pining, Apparently reincarnated old flame/friend.

A’s hair inspo:

Vex

Hair: Buzz cut. Eyes: Naturally light brown, V has modified them to have synth eyes (they're a very pale green, with a faint glow). Height: 186 cm Build: Athletic Skin: Honey brown Race: Southeast Asian Other: More than half of V’s body has been modified. Their arms and legs are synthetic.

Personality: dependable, loyal and stoic. Vex is Dawn's older sibling, and while their relationship is not at its best, Dawn will always be V’s sole priority. They might not be the most affectionate person in the world, but when Vex cares they're willing to defy every norm they so dutifully abide. They've worked as a law enforcer for Lord Seth and the government for a few years.

Tropes: (V's) First love, Mutual pining, Slow burn.

Eris

Hair: coiled light brown afro. People know and recognize Eris by the wigs she wears, among which a white shoulder-length bob is the most iconic. Eyes: Dark brown. Eris often uses colored contact lenses (mostly pink, white and blue). Height: 173 cm Build: Skinny and slightly lean Skin: Ebony Race: Black Other: Eris has a few body modifications. Her left arm isn't flesh but metal.

Personality: charming, humorous and flirty. Eris (real name: Estelle Lawrence) is a celebrity in every sense of the word. She knows just what to say and how to say it, she's likable, friendly and very talkative. Beneath the public persona everyone adores, Eris is a complete mystery.

Tropes: Strangers to friends to lovers, (optional) friends with benefits, (optional, stc) Fake relationship.

Seth

Hair: long dark brown, with a few braids Eyes: light brown with golden specks Height: 193 cm Build: Lean, very muscled Skin: Olive Race: Middle Eastern Other: has a short beard

Personality: blunt, practical, and very reckless. Seth acts before he thinks (a trait that he and everyone find quite inconvenient) and seems to hate planning ahead. The God of War has a very dry/deadpan sense of humor. MC remembered him to be more outgoing, but Seth’s cold-hearted reputation precedes him.

Tropes: Enemies to lovers, Immortal love, Wrong place wrong time, (possible) ex-friend or ex-crush.

[sodajerking]

Hard agree about canned bubble teas, so many brands over here keep trying to fool people into thinking they can make it work but the technology just! Isn't! There! Yet! It's like the Theranos of beverages. There's a brand here that does the popping boba version in a non-milk tea - I find it slightly less offensive because I have qualms about canned milk drinks, but its also not great as the weird little alginate skins are thicker than if you get them fresh from a boba place, presumably so they're less fragile. But a lot of them pop anyway so sometimes you just get a mouthful of oversweet tea with a bunch of limp empty skins in it, like drinking a bunch of contact lenses in juice.

Anyway as a committed bobahead, certified #ballsucker, the dream of shelf- stable bubble tea is several years away. Would love to hear your thoughts on the San Pelly G soft drinks, their pomegranate + orange one with the little tinfoil hat is my number one carbonated drink.

The tech won't really ever be there unless they figure out how to integrate straws into the can unfortunately. And the world is becoming increasingly hostile to straws. That said where I live the bubble tea flows like water from round every bend so there's really no reason to get it from a can anyways

Regarding canned milk, my dear friend was voicing similar concerns earlier this night. Most canned dairy tends to use like milk powder which has been pasteurized and had all its moisture boiled off and, honestly is probably less susceptible to bacteria than like, canned vegetables are. They use the same kind of shelf stable milk powder in most regular boba so I'd imagine canned boba is probably even more like contained on account of the canning process. But I find aversions to milk products tend to be more psychological. I've been working to rid myself of illogical mental hangups towards foods but we all have our limits. Milk isn't one of mine, eggs are, but lactose occasionally gives me trouble.

[bestprescriptiondivemask]

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Pros:

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Basic design (no extras)

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Pros:

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Modern look

Fits most face shapes

Cons:

Slightly higher price point

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Pros:

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Anti-reflective lens coating

Multiple color options

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Requires separate lens purchase

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Pros:

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Inexpensive

Easy adjustments

Cons:

May not fit all face sizes

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Pros:

Wide visual field

Great seal

Sleek design

Cons:

Lens availability limited to negative corrections

7. Deep Blue Gear Maui Prescription Mask

Best for Travel

Lens Type: Pre-installed lenses

Vision Options: -1.0 to -8.0

Features: Compact, travel-ready

Why We Love It: Lightweight and portable, this mask is perfect for snorkeling and travel diving.

Pros:

Lightweight and compact

Ready to use out of the box

UV-protected lenses

Cons:

Limited positive lens options

Types of Prescription Lenses for Scuba Masks

Not all prescription scuba masks are created equal. Here are the main lens types you’ll come across:

1. Pre-Made Optical Lenses

Available in standard diopters

Cost-effective

Faster delivery

2. Custom Prescription Lenses

Tailored to your exact prescription

Includes astigmatism, bifocals, progressive lenses

Higher cost but perfect vision

3. Stick-On Magnifying Lenses

Ideal for reading gauges

Temporary solution

Affordable but less durable

4. Drop-In Lenses

Interchangeable

Easy to replace if your vision changes

Compatible with select mask models

How to Choose the Best Prescription Scuba Mask

When shopping for a prescription dive mask, consider the following:

1. Correct Prescription Fit

Check your SPH (Sphere) and CYL (Cylinder) values

Ensure compatibility with the manufacturer’s range

2. Comfort & Fit

Silicone skirts offer a better seal

Look for adjustable straps and ergonomic designs

3. Field of Vision

Low-volume masks = wider view

Dual lenses offer easier prescription adjustments

4. Ease of Lens Replacement

Choose drop-in lenses for flexibility

Custom-built masks are best if you have a stable prescription

5. Budget

Pre-made lenses are cheaper

Custom lenses provide better clarity but cost more

Where to Buy Prescription Scuba Masks

Here are the best places to shop for prescription scuba masks:

Online Retailers: Amazon, Dive Right In Scuba, LeisurePro

Brand Stores: Cressi, Scubapro, TUSA

Local Dive Shops: Great for fitting and trying before buying

Optical Dive Specialists: SeaVision, Prescription Dive Masks, DiveSight

Maintenance Tips for Longevity

To keep your prescription scuba mask in top condition:

Rinse After Every Dive: Use fresh water to avoid salt damage

Avoid Hot Sunlight: Prevent lens distortion and skirt fading

Store in a Hard Case: Protects from scratches and drops

Use Defog Solutions: Prevents fogging and enhances visibility

Check the Seal: Regularly inspect the skirt and strap for cracks

FAQs

Q1: Can I wear contact lenses instead of getting a prescription mask?

A: It’s possible, but not recommended. Soft contacts may shift or be lost underwater, and water contamination can cause eye infections.

Q2: Are prescription scuba masks expensive?

A: Prices vary. Pre-made lens masks start around $50–$80, while custom prescription masks can cost $150–$300 or more.

Q3: How accurate are pre-made lenses?

A: They’re accurate within 0.5 diopters. For minor vision issues, they work great. For complex prescriptions, opt for custom lenses.

Q4: What if my prescription changes?

A: Choose a mask with replaceable lenses or drop-in systems so you can update your vision correction easily.

Q5: Can I get bifocals in a scuba mask?

A: Yes. Several manufacturers offer bifocal or reader lenses, ideal for checking gauges or camera settings underwater.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the best prescription scuba mask transforms your diving from blurry to brilliant. Whether you’re a casual snorkeler or a deep-sea adventurer, clear underwater vision is a must-have.

Here’s a quick recap:

For budget buyers, go with Promate

For premium vision, try SeaVision

For easy DIY lens swaps, choose Scubapro Zoom Evo

For comfort and fit, TUSA Freedom Ceos is top-tier

Make sure to match your prescription, get the right fit, and choose a reliable brand to ensure the best underwater experience.

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Hydrogel Market Analysis: Applications in Healthcare, Agriculture, and Cosmetics

Increasing Demand in Medical, Agricultural, and Personal Care Applications Drives Growth in the Hydrogel Market.

The Hydrogel Market Size was valued at USD 28.4 billion in 2023, and is expected to reach USD 50.0 billion by 2032, and grow at a CAGR of 6.5% over the forecast period 2024-2032.

The Hydrogel Market is driven by its versatility, biocompatibility, and superabsorbent properties. Hydrogels, which are three-dimensional polymer networks capable of holding large amounts of water, have widespread applications in medical, pharmaceutical, agriculture, personal care, and industrial sectors. The growing demand for advanced wound care solutions, drug delivery systems, contact lenses, and smart sensors is fueling market expansion. Additionally, the rising focus on sustainable and bio-based hydrogel materials is further boosting market growth.

Key Players in the Hydrogel Market

Ashland Global Holdings Inc, Cardinal Health, Essity, Inc, 3M Company, B. Braun Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Medline Industries, Paul Hartmann, Procyon Corporation, Smith & Nephew, The Cooper Companies, and other players.

Future Scope of the Market

The Hydrogel Market is expected to expand due to:

Increasing demand for hydrogel-based wound dressings and medical implants.

Rising applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.

Growing adoption of hydrogels in the cosmetics and personal care industry.

Expanding use in agriculture for water retention and controlled-release fertilizers.

Advancements in smart hydrogels for biosensors and flexible electronics.

Emerging Trends in the Hydrogel Market

The Hydrogel Market is evolving with continuous innovations in material science and biomedical engineering. Smart hydrogels, which respond to pH, temperature, and electric fields, are gaining traction in targeted drug delivery and biosensors. The development of bio-based and biodegradable hydrogels is becoming a priority due to environmental concerns and regulatory requirements. Moreover, 3D bioprinting and tissue engineering advancements are opening new possibilities for artificial organs, cartilage repair, and regenerative medicine. The integration of nanotechnology in hydrogel formulations is further enhancing their mechanical strength, conductivity, and functionality.

Key Points:

High demand for hydrogels in medical applications such as wound care, drug delivery, and tissue engineering.

Increasing use in personal care, including skincare and hygiene products.

Growing adoption in agriculture for water retention and soil conditioning.

Advancements in smart hydrogels for wearable sensors and soft robotics.

Shift toward sustainable and biodegradable hydrogel materials.

Conclusion

The Hydrogel Market is poised for significant expansion, driven by its diverse applications across healthcare, agriculture, and smart materials. With technological advancements in bioengineering and material science, hydrogels will continue to revolutionize wound care, drug delivery, and regenerative medicine. The emphasis on sustainability and smart materials is expected to further propel innovation and market growth in the coming years.

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Health History Examination FUNDAMENTAL IN ADULT CARE Individual Client Health History Examination of an Older Adult Client/Patient Initials LNP Sex: F. Age Occupation: free-lance researcher- journalist Health History/Review of Systems Neurological System -- the patient seldom suffers headaches or dizziness. She has no difficulty speaking or swallowing. She only takes vitamin and mineral supplements on a daily basis. She sits long hours before a computer because of her work, however. And thus experiences numbness in the legs and feet. Head and Neck -- except for stiff neck due to computer work, she does not suffer from any significant causes in this area. the patient is highly myopic and occasionally experiences visual migraine. She wears contact lenses but no medications. Ears -- Nothing abnormal or disturbing about her hearing Nose, Mouth and Throat -- no disturbing nose, mouth or throat discharges except for 3 defective teeth that need root canal therapy. Skin, hair and nails -- no color changes, dryness, bruising, hair loss, nail problems. Patient's skin is clean and soft. Breasts and axilla -- no tenderness, no lumps or discharges, swelling or injury. Peripheral, vascular and lymphatic system -- leg pains and cramps but no swelling. Leg pains are relieved by stretching from ergonomic work. Cardiovascular system -- no chest pain or tightness, no coughs or swelling of the hands or feet. She does not tire easily but walks fast for hours with very little fatigue. She does not take any heart medications. Thorax and Lungs -- no coughs or painful breathing and no history of lung disease although she smoked for 10 years and then stopped. No flu or TB shots. Musculoskeletal system -- joint stiffness and muscle pains most of the day because of daily and intense computer work. Gastrointestinal System -- no appetite problem or difficulty swallowing. Food is well tolerated. She seldom suffers from loose bowel movement or constipation or ulcers. She has been eating brown rice and whole wheat products for 3-4 years now. Genitourinary system -- no abnormal discharges or pain except for pain in sitting down for long hours before the computer for online work. Physical Examination Neurological System -- no abnormalities in any of the 12 cranial nerves. Motor and sensory reflexes are normal and strong. Head and Neck -- no abnormalities, no lumps or cuts on the face, lymph nodes, the trachea or thyroid glands. Eyes -- visual migraine occasionally occurs, often after long hours of computer work and exposure to bright light of the monitor. High myopia is corrected by contact lenses. Visual fields are normal. Ears -- normal external structure. Hearing normal and strong. Tympanic membrane intact. Nose, Mouth and Throat -- nasal irritation and occasional discharges because of patient's allergic reaction to dust. She wears partial removable dentures to compensate for missing teeth. No visible throat abnormalities. Tissues look normal in form and color. Skin, Hair and Nails -- Patient's skin is clear, clean and youthful-looking despite her age. Her skin is almost flawless and well-moisturized. Hair is glossy, soft and clean with increasing grays. Nails are healthy and pink. Peripheral vascular and lymphatic system -- Arms and legs are symmetrical and normal looking and functioning. There are no swellings or varicosities. Her skin texture throughout is fine and smooth. The patient has been taught self-examination techniques and she uses them on herself. Cardiovascular system -- carotid arteries appear slightly inflamed probably because of long hours of computer work. Heart rate seems fast. Blood pressure is 120/80. There are no abnormal heart sounds or murmurs. Thorax and lungs -- thoracic cage, trachea and other parts in this system are normal looking and functional. There are no abnormal breathing sounds. Musculoskeletal system -- The patient has no swelling or masses, deformities in any of the parts in this system. Her extremities are painful from continued computer work but are otherwise normal functioning. The patient sees a physical therapist or chiropractor to correct defects in these parts. Gastrointestinal system -- the patient has normal or ideal symmetry. The abdomen is slightly distended and she says she has gained a few pounds in the last months. Her skin color is normal and pinkish. Hair distribution is normal. No bowel movement abnormalities in the last years except a few times. No muscle tenderness or masses or enlargements in any organ in this system. FHP Assessment Cognitive-Perceptual Pattern -- the patient is largely informed and conscious about health maintenance. She walks 3 hours around the block per week. She complains chiefly of allergic reaction to dust, which she manages to prevent by keeping herself and her surroundings as clean as possible. Her other chief problem is an abnormal circadian rhythm, which makes her sleep at irregular intervals and for only a few hours in the last few months. Nutritional Metabolic Pattern -- the patient is largely well-nourished: her regular intake corresponds to recommended amounts. She puts her learning about health into actual use in her lifestyle and diet. Her diet is quite fibrous and with minimal fats and sugars. Sexuality-Reproductive Pattern- the patient is single, lives alone and celibate. She finds fulfillment and freedom in that. Pattern of Elimination -- her fibrous diet prevents problems in elimination. She evacuates 2-3 times a day without fail. Her stools are always normal. Pattern of Activity and Exercise -- She balances her long hours of computer work and sitting down with alternate days of walking fast and long distances around her residence. She walks from one end of the street to the other and then ends by buying groceries. She climbs 3 sets of stairs each time as there are no elevators or escalators in her residence building. This routine complements her every-other-day walks to the grocery. Pattern of Sleep and Rest -- Although she suffered from delayed phase sleep disorder a few months ago, she has to some extent overcome it. The time she actually falls asleep has not been consistently regulated, but she falls asleep and sleeps restfully in the last many weeks after eliminating her prescribed prescription for midazolam. Pattern of Self-Perception and Self-Concept -- The patient likes to look at herself because she looks much younger than 66. Everyone also tells her so. Her older family members slow-agers like herself. This is her self-perception despite stereotype perceptions about aging (Besdine, 2009; Debacker, 1999; Wiggins & Swagerty, 2008; Christ, 2012). She is quite functional and enjoys both work and relationships at high levels. Summary of Findings Situation -- the patient seeks care for visual migraine, muscle cramps, tooth abscesses, and allergic reaction. She says she has panic attacks at times when walking in tall footpaths. Her father died from head trauma at age 99. Her paternal grandfather died from a heart condition at age 93. Her mother died at 59 from color cancer. Her high-cholesterol level due to an uncontrolled fatty diet but this has been eliminated. Assessment of health state, problems or diagnosis -- The patient develops allergic reactions to dust and severe and sustained headaches for days. She cannot fall asleep except at around 4 or 5AM and wakes up at around 10 AM but refreshed. When she has no outside activity, she sleeps every less. Her muscle cramps and leg soreness are associated with long hours of computer work. She also has at least 3 defective, aching teeth, which require prompt attention. Recommendation -- the patient should consult a sleep disorder expert to improve her sleep pattern. She needs to undergo root canal therapy for her teeth. She also needs to seek medical help for her allergy to dust. She likewise needs to restructure her work hours and ergonomic paraphernalia to reduce muscle cramps and tingling. BIBLIOGRAPHY Besdine, R.W. (2009). Evaluation of the elderly patient. The Merck Manual: Merck, Sharpe & Dohme. Retrieved on July 18,2012 from http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/geriatrics/approach_to_the_geriatric_patient/evaluation_of_the_elderly_patient.html Christ, S. (2012). Physicals and health assessments. eHow: Demand Media, Inc. Retrieved on July 19, 2012 from http://www.ehow.com/about_6164408_physicals-health-assessment.html Debacker, N.A. (1999). History and physical examination of the older adult. Galter Health Services Library: Northwestern University. Retrieved on July 19, 2012 from http://www.galer.northwestern.edu/geriatrics/chapters/history_physical_examination.cfm Wiggins, S.A. And Swagerty, D.D. (2008). Physical diagnosis of older adults. Landon Center on Aging: the University of Kansas Medical Center. Retrieved on July 19, 2012 from http://www2.kumc.edu/coa/education/AED900/PhysiologicAging/PhysicalDiagnosisinOlderAdults.htm Read the full article

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Waking up with perfectly curled lashes without needing mascara sounds great, right? A lash lift gives natural lashes a lifted look that lasts for weeks. But before booking an appointment, there are a few things to know to get the best results.

How Does a Lash Lift Work?

A lash lift in Sarasota, FL is a semi-permanent treatment that makes natural lashes look longer and curled. A technician applies a lifting solution to shape the lashes, followed by a setting lotion to hold the curl. The process takes about 45 minutes to an hour, and the results can last up to six weeks.

Preparing for a Lash Lift Appointment

To get the best results, it is important to arrive with clean lashes—no makeup, mascara, or oils. Avoid using waterproof mascara a few days before the session, as it can leave that affects the process. Those who wear contact lenses may want to remove them before the treatment for comfort.

Aftercare Tips for Long-Lasting Results

The first 24 hours after the lash lift are very important. It is best to avoid water, steam, and eye makeup to allow the lashes to set properly. Rubbing the eyes or sleeping face-down can also affect the lift. Using a gentle cleanser and avoiding oil-based products around the eyes can help keep the results longer.

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A lash lift gives natural lashes a more lifted and curled look without adding anything extra. On the other hand, eyelash extensions in Sarasota, FL involve attaching individual synthetic lashes for a fuller and more dramatic appearance. A lash lift is great for those who want a natural look, while extensions are better for those who prefer more volume and length.

Additional Beauty Treatments to Consider

Many people who love lash lifts also try other beauty treatments. For example, lip blushing in Sarasota is a semi-permanent treatment that adds a soft tint to the lips, making them look more defined. Combining these treatments can help create a fresh look without daily makeup.

Choosing the Right Lash Studio

When looking for a place to get a lash lift, it is important to choose a professional salon with trained technicians. A good lash studio will use high-quality products and ensure that the process is safe. Checking reviews and looking at before-and-after photos can help in selecting the right place.

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High vs. low contrast

Avoid if you have a round face

Different brow styles (JP)

Idol body makeup — face lighter than body? Mix tone up cream and body lotion

Wide rib cage styling

Decode acne breakout face chart

Color correcting for “dreamy base”

The chicken hair style tutorial

Features by country face diagnosis

DHC supplements (JP)

Heel stoppers for heels in the grass

How to do 3D blush

Korean lip blushing -> lighten dark lips

Lightening brows trend

Whiten skin like Dahyun

Japanese sauce face diagnosis

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The black eye / bruise / texture proof concealer

Styling curtain bangs / version 2

Flower knows perfume quiz

How to do a Japanese hair mask

Shiseido shampoos for you

Wide rib cage dresses

Petite girl styling tips

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Wonyoung’s Dior eyeshadow dupe: holika holika tulle

Idol reality show lip makeup: water tint that’s not a gloss + same undertone gloss overlayed

Brmud — relief mud daily scrub wash — helps dry skin and removes dry skin texture

One size blurring setting powder in translucent

Korean supplements (JP)

Japanese oil for super dry and sensitive skin

Romand diffusing pale blush colors for super natural look

Korean celebrity skin secrets: ulttherapy for sagging jowls and the LA clinic that does it too

Japanese subtly rounder foreheads / part 2

Diamond contour / another example

THE PERFECT CURTAIN BANGS

Japanese hair products for smooth soft hair — has a product that makes hair nice THE NEXT MORNING

L’occitane shower oil — 4 uses: body wash, shaving cream, mix with bath water, and as regular oil (use straight out of shower on damp skin)

Which brightening serum is best for you?

Cats eye nails

Japanese pimple creams

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Japanese girl using steamer and ReFa products

Japanese recommend shampoo for shiny straight hair

Long layers example

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Japanese bath salts that are worth it

Best Korean sheet mask

Japanese exfoliants

Korean recommends American products

How idols part their baby hairs

Bruise and texture proof concealer

Wax off neck hairs

Difference between contour and bronzers

Japanese powder you SLEEP IN

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Chin filler?

Chin liquid lip treatment example

Japanese advanced clinicals recommendation

Subtle Japanese rhinoplasty

Photo — Jeans for your body shape

Black eye proof concealer

Dentist rec — Crest white strips supreme 3x / week 30mins for sensitive teeth

Romand pale blush that blurs skin

Staining between teeth? Mix water + 1 tbsp hydrogen peroxide and soak floss or put toothpaste on floss

New Jeans’ pure, big, natural eyes — Olens glowy 1 day lenses in black plus size

Wonyoung’s blush — Dior 343 panarea (layered over a pale pink Kylie blush)

Using retinol on neck lines (gradual)

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Favorite hair color in motion — shoma hair stylist

Chestnut brown hair color — straight — shoma hair salon

Wavy shiny black hair — shoma hair salon

Layered haircut idea: curtain bangs and few long layers

Heart Evangelista’s perfume: Mugler angel nova

Hair porosity test

Bacne? Tia’m anti blemish body lotion back and chest

CONTACT LENSES

Efos — Fog Biege

Milimore — Onedari Pearl

Chuu Lens — aery rose in lucid brown

EYEIS — melo brown, ash brown, essential gray

Cheritta — Mimi olive

Olens — 1 day purity shine in taupe brown

Jennie’s met gala prep face ice bath

Wonjungyo face sheets

Color analysis also gives glasses, fashion styling, style aesthetic type, and hair dye advice

Japanese nail oils

Japanese item recommendations for going sleeveless in summer time

Japanese softener scent combos (light floral)

Japanese softener scent combo 2 (peach & floral?)

Korean hair long layers cut with baby hair perm

Korean layered hair cut without curtain bangs

Soft jawline to defined with Japanese surgeon

Different Japanese brows

Japanese clothing (fresh) stain remover in packets

Hapa Kristin — Tweed Kristin in mauve gray

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Jewellery Photography by LensClicker: Capturing Elegance in Every Shot

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Techniques for Captivating Jewellery Photography

Perfect Lighting Setups

Lighting can make or break a jewellery photograph. LensClicker uses soft, diffused lighting to minimize harsh shadows and bring out the true beauty of each piece.

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Tips for Preparing Jewellery for Photography

Clean and Polish: Make sure your jewellery is spotless. Every smudge or fingerprint will show in high-resolution images.

Organize Pieces: Group similar items together to streamline the shoot.

Consider Props: Adding props can enhance the story behind the jewellery.

LensClicker’s Portfolio

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Satisfied clients have praised LensClicker for their professionalism, creativity, and dedication to excellence.

The Future of Jewellery Photography with LensClicker

As trends evolve, LensClicker continues to innovate. From 360-degree photography to augmented reality integration, the future looks bright for brands partnering with LensClicker.

FAQs

1. What equipment does LensClicker use for jewellery photography? LensClicker uses high-resolution cameras, macro lenses, and advanced lighting setups to achieve stunning results.

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5. How can I book a session with LensClicker? Simply reach out through their official website or contact them directly for more details.

Conclusion

Jewellery photography isn’t just about capturing an image; it’s about telling a story. With LensClicker, you can be assured of photos that reflect the elegance and craftsmanship of your pieces. Whether you’re an established brand or a budding jeweller, LensClicker is your ultimate partner in creating visuals that captivate and convert.

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Naomi World Perfumes & Cosmetics: The Ultimate Shopping Experience

If you are looking for a store that offers a distinctive shopping experience combining quality and variety, then Naomi World of Perfumes & Cosmetics is the perfect choice. This store is considered one of the leading destinations for lovers of luxury perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products. Thanks to its wide selection of the best men’s and women’s perfumes, as well as skincare and haircare products, Naomi World has become a favorite among many shoppers.

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Naomi World of Perfumes & Cosmetics stands out as the ultimate perfume and beauty store, offering its customers a wide variety of perfumes that cater to all tastes and age groups. Whether you are looking for a classic fragrance افضل متجر عطور  that reflects elegance and luxury, or a modern and bold scent that expresses your personality, Naomi World has something that suits your needs.

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The advantages of Naomi World of Perfumes & Cosmetics don’t just lie in the variety of products, but also in the attractive perfume offers that make the shopping experience both enjoyable and cost-effective. You can benefit from significant discounts on the best men’s and women’s perfumes, giving you the opportunity to acquire high-quality fragrances at affordable prices.

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Best Contact Lenses in Dubai – Soft, Daily, & Monthly Options Available

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