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iRestore Hair Growth System Month Six Update

June 15, 2019 · 5 Comments

Welcome to our final update of the iRestore Hair Growth System for Month 6!

New to our series? Here is a quick sum-up of the iRestore Hair Growth System:

ABOUT THE IRESTORE HAIR GROWTH SYSTEM AND HOW IT HELPS GROW HAIR

If you’re just joining us on this series, you may be wondering what iRestore does for hair. The iRestore ID-500 Laser Dome is an FDA-Cleared device that is a dome-shaped helmet which is worn for 25 minutes, every other day, for a pain-free laser treatment. The iRestore unit is lightweight and has a generous length cord for ease of movement during use. It is silent, so it can be used while watching TV or while on the computer.

What makes iRestore special? On the inside of the helmet are twenty-one Class 3R lasers and thirty LED diodes that produce a red light in a specific nanometer range. This range has been clinically demonstrated to stimulate hair follicles, thereby enhancing regrowth.

How does iRestore work? Laser light can give dormant hair follicles a “kick-start” by increasing blood flow to the follicles. This brings the right nutrients and supports to bring hair follicles back to life, once again producing hair. Second, the laser can extend the growth phase of hair to restore a healthy hair production cycle once again. As a side bonus, currently producing follicles and the scalp also benefit from increased nutrients and blood flow.

iRestore ID-500 Laser Dome with an auto shut-off timer

The inside of the iRestore Helmet dome headband

And here is our six-month update and sum up!

LEE

Over the course of using the iRestore Hair Growth System in the past six months, I did see some growth. The most noticable re-growth occurred at 3-4 month point. I had hoped for even more regrowth but since I am older than the oldest of the test subjects, the study that iRestore highlights couldn’t really be predictive for me.

However, I felt the iRestore Hair Growth System was successful for me and I am continuing to use it to maintain the new growth that I experienced as well as keeping my existing hair stable. It’s now a part of my hair care routine and I expect to continue benefiting from the program. I use it when I’m waiting a TV so the time goes by fast!

Lee after Six Months

COURTNEY

The iRestore Hair Growth System really is so easy to use! It’s an easy part of my routine now. I am still using it in the morning when I answer my emails. It’s easy to use and the time goes by fast.

This month I came to a rather interesting revelation: since I started using the iRestore Hair Growth System, my hair is six inches longer (SIX INCHES!). I have been getting regular trims, but since I have been using the system, my hair has a much faster growth cycle. It was like that when I was a child, so I definitely think that the iRestore Hair Growth System has had a positive effect on my overall hair health.

Courtney after Six Months

LYN

I think that the iRestore Hair Growth System has really improved the texture of my hair. The iRestore Anti-Hair Loss Shampoo is so nourishing, which is such a bonus for a DHT-removing shampoo. So many DHT-removing shampoos dry my hair out, but iRestore Anti-Hair Loss Shampoo does the opposite: it leaves my hair sleek and hydrated!

My hair seems thicker and stronger at the roots after six months. While I haven’t had any growth in the areas I experience hair loss, I am really pleased with the effect that the iRestore Hair Growth System has had on my existing hair. I love that I can use it when I’m doing work on my computer – it fits in so well with my busy schedule!

Lyn after Six Months

Some final thoughts:

Everyone is in a different stage of the hair growth cycle, so results vary per user depending on whether he or she begins using iRestore during the growing, resting, or shedding stages.
Individual results may vary. Some people may see results in as little as 3 to 6 months while others may experience results later on. It is best to continue using the device as it is different for everyone.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Interested in trying the iRestore Hair Growth System yourself? Find it at https://www.irestorelaser.com.

iRestore is currently running a contest to win an iRestore Professional, which is the latest model in the iRestore line. You can learn more about it and enter the contest here: https://www.irestorelaser.com/blogs/content/win-irestore-professional

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Style Chicks received the iRestore Hair Growth System for review purposes. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Fitness & Style: Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings

June 8, 2019 · 8 Comments

Finding well-fitting yoga leggings can be difficult. There are issues like comfort, durability, opacity, and of course, how they look. Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings are durable enough for the toughest workout, yet they are comfortable and stylish. Best of all, they are completely opaque – even when stretching and bending.

Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Pants shown with yoga mat and gear

Ideal for yoga, barre, pilates or any active workout that would benefit from moisture-wicking fabric to stay dry

ABOUT FANTASFIT ACTIVEWEAR

Fantasfit is designed so that it ‘Fits Fantastically’ both in comfort and appearance. Yoga requires flexible, durable and comfortable activewear. Fantasfit designs active apparel for yoga enthusiasts. These yoga pants support an active lifestyle with a four-way stretch design.

Yoga requires comfortable leggings like these Fantasfit High Waisted Yoga Leggings

Yoga mat and Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Pants

Fantasfit High Waisted Yoga Leggings for yoga, pilates, barre and more

The high waisted design provides comfortable tummy control without an elastic waist

FANTASFIT HIGH WAIST YOGA LEGGING FEATURES

There are several features to these yoga leggings. There is no uncomfortable pulling or binding, it is distraction-free, comfortable activewear. Ideal to flow through your yoga practice, barre, pilates or other workout activities.

High Waist design is comfortable and provides tummy support

Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings provide tummy support but are still comfortable enough to wear while exercising or taking a walk in the park

OPAQUE FABRIC

Have you ever worn leggings in public but you didn’t realize they were see-through until it was too late? Not a problem with these leggings. The fabric is opaque even when stretched.

They are “Squat Proof”, even while bending. They remain opaque even outdoors or in bright lights. They are opaque when stretched or after several wearings. There are no thin, see-through areas on these yoga pants.

Even when bending forward and stretching, the high waist design has you covered

Even when bending forward and stretching, Fantasfit high waist design has you covered

These leggings are not see-through even when bending over in bright daylight

These Fantasfit leggings are not see-through even when bending over in bright daylight

TRUE TO SIZE

The sizes run true to size and are suitable for all body types, ranging from xx-small to large.

DURABLE DESIGN & MOISTURE-WICKING FABRIC

The double stitched seams and the comfortable yet durable fabric doesn’t run or fray. The fabric is soft, yet doesn’t wear thin even in “stress spots” such as knees and there is no pilling after washing or use.

Comfortable and moisture-wicking fabric to wear during Yoga, Pilates, Barre, and other workouts closeup look at the Squat-proof, opaque weave of the Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings and double stitched seam.

The fabric is tested for durability and consists of an 83% Nylon and 17% Spandex blend. The moisture-wicking fabric stays cool and dry even during strenuous workouts.

The fabric is suitable for all seasons.

Closeup look at Fantasfit HIgh Waist Yoga Leggings opaque material and double stitched seam.

COLOR OPTIONS

The yoga leggings come in Black, Navy, Basil, and Grape.

Moisture-wicking leggings for yoga, pilates, barre, cycling, and more

COMFORTABLE TUMMY CONTROL HIGH WAIST DESIGN

The waistline is a high waist design with comfortable compression in the midsection. This provides discrete tummy support and coverage. The waistband is spandex. It is not restrictive or uncomfortable like an elastic waistband. The high waist design provides coverage while reaching during exercise or other activities.

Not everyone is as fit or toned as we may wish to be. This is especially so when first joining a gym or starting an exercise program. There’s no need to be self-conscious when wearing these yoga leggings. These high waist yoga pants create a slim streamline look. Looking great is an excellent motivation for fitness goals.

The high waisted design conceals a tummy support panel to look trim while staying comfortable.

HIDDEN POCKET

Pocket! It is an ideal sized pocket for your phone, ID, or keys. It is perfect for working out at gym, yoga class and keeping your ID and valuables with you at all times. The slim pockets do not disrupt the line of the leggings, they are not bulky.

VERSATILE

These versatile high waist yoga pants were designed to fit like a second skin to your body.

Fantasfit Yoga Leggings are versatile enough to use as activewear and casual wear

MY EXPERIENCE

Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings fit without sagging or bunching during physical activity. They do not ride up or slip. They work for a yoga class, cycling, dance practice, barre, Pilates, hiking trips, or the gym.

Moisture wicking material is ideal for yoga, barre, pilates, and other active workouts.

While these yoga leggings are activewear, they are stylish enough to wear in general. Wear them while running errands. They are also comfortable enough to wear while relaxing at home.

Fantasfit Yoga Leggings with casual top and espadrilles for casual wear

Fantasfit Yoga Leggings with a casual top and espadrilles for casual wear

Versatile for active wear and casual wear: Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings paired with a White Market crop button down sweater top and espadrilles

I pair them with a long drape-front cardigan and booties for a casual day shopping, a walk in the park or going to a museum. They fit well enough to wear to and from the gym without looking sloppy.

ABOUT THE BRAND

The Fantasfit brand not only designs but also manufactures and distributes all their activewear direct. This results in a high-end, quality product at an excellent price point.

Here is a look at how Fantasfit is involved in all aspects of their activewear:

Fantasfit designs their own line of comfortable and durable activewear

Fantasfit manufacturers their own activewear and ensures only quality products are sold

Fantasfit manufacturers all their activewear and ensures quality products are sold

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings at Amazon by searching “Fantasfit”!

Use coupon code CHICK15OFF for 15% off
(enter at Amazon checkout under “Payment Method” where it says “Add a gift card or promotion code”)

ABOUT THIS POST

Like you, the team here at Style Chicks needs time to evaluate and form an opinion of the products we talk about. With the Fantasfit High Waist Yoga Leggings, we received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion of this product. We produced this blog post because we think the product is great and want to share it with you!

Gifts to Pamper: the Wireless SKG Neck Massager to Soothe Sore Neck Muscles Anytime

May 3, 2019 · 9 Comments

Regular massage is an important part of our self-care to keep us at our physical and mental best. Most of us are too busy to get a professional massage. Take care of neck pain fast with the wireless SKG Neck Massager.

SKG Neck Massager operates with the touch of a button

WHY NECK MASSAGE IS NECESSARY

Phones, tablets, and laptops cause us to bend our necks in unnatural positions. This results in aches and pains. They sometimes call this “tech neck”. It is the undue stress caused by the posture our necks take while using technology. Other activities also stress our necks. These include travel, reading, gardening, washing dishes, heavy lifting or other household chores. Even sleeping in an odd position can cause a sore neck.

The SKG Neck Massager comes in an attractive box suitable for gift giving

ABOUT the SKG Neck Massager

SKG Neck Massager relieves aches, knots and muscle tension. in the neck and other areas of the body. It is the result of patented research and technology. It simulates the impact of real human massage.

The SKG Neck Massager comes with optional remote, manual and USB charger cord

SKG Neck Massager FEATURES

WIRELESS DESIGN

I especially love that this device is wireless yet still can deliver a strong massage. I can use it anywhere including walking outside or while traveling. It is never a cumbersome feel and I am not tethered to staying in the range of an electric cord during use.

No wires. Use SKG Neck Massager anywhere, even walking outside

SILENT OPERATION

The SKG Neck Massager is virtually silent. I’ve used it while watching TV, listening to music, talking on the phone, and working on the computer.

One touch button

DESIGN & AESTHETIC

It is a sleek, modern, all-white design. It has a 3D suspension and 4-point design for a comfortable neck fit. There is a soft silicone to support the neck. I like that it doesn’t look like a weird old lady health contraption. It looks like fashionable headphones so I can discretely wear it out in public.

It is discrete and looks like headphones. No sticky pads or wires to catch my hair

Padded silicone neck cushion provides a secure yet comfortable fit

Padded silicone neck cushions provide a secure yet comfortable fit

Padded and comfortable design features

Contoured for comfort and fit

LIGHTWEIGHT & EASY TO WEAR

Weighing less than six ounces (160g), it is suitable for use at home or traveling and fits into my bag or backpack. Despite being lightweight it is still sturdy. I dropped it with no cracks, dents or damage.

Lightweight and easy to carry in bag or backpack

Lightweight and easy to carry in a bag or backpack

TEN MASSAGE MODES

Many neck massagers offer two or three modes that are mostly vibration. That is soothing but not helpful enough to combat a sore neck.

The SKG neck massager has ten (10) different massage modes. These range from suitable for achy and sensitive to deep muscle stiffness. It uses e-stim or TENS technology, which is found effective in reducing muscle pain and retraining muscles within physical therapy settings. Typically e-stim involves sticky pads and wires, but this device uses neither. The two heads provide massage contact points.

Heat and massage functions on two sturdy but flexible heads

SKG Neck Massager

The SKG Neck Massager provides wireless massage relief

HEAT

There is precise temperature control. Not too hot, but warm enough to soothe achy muscles. I like that there is a heat sensor, so it doesn’t get TOO hot. It is easy to burn sensitive neck skin with moist heating pads. I don’t have to worry about that with this device.

Close up: Provides heat and e-stim massage capabilities

USB CHARGER & BUILT-IN BATTERY

I get four hours of use from one charge. The charger is a convenient USB port that recharges the built-in battery.

I especially like not having to restrict my use of the device to locations near an electrical plug. I can walk around the house or outside and get a soothing neck massage. Most devices require me to stop what I am doing to get relief for aching muscles. The SKG Neck Massager lets me go about my regular day without interruption. I especially like this feature for use while traveling.

Often portable products aren’t powerful. But this device can deliver effective relief for achy neck muscles.

SKG Neck Massager with easy access USB charger port

Fast charging by USB. It blinks orange until fully charged

SKG Neck Massager charges quickly for use anywhere. Once it is fully charged, it turns blue.

Get 4 hours of massage from one USB charge

ABOUT SKG

SKG researches, designs, and manufacturers of small appliances, beauty and massage appliances. The company has won design awards and has 114 patented technologies. SKG products are popular in Germany, France, and 28 other countries.

SKG makes beauty and health devices, like this Neck Massager

MAKES A GREAT GIFT

The SKG Neck Massager is attractive, sturdy and effective. It is lightweight and easy to use anywhere. It comes in a box suitable for gift giving. Its sleek design makes for a great gift for yourself, a friend or for Mom! What Mom couldn’t use some pampering?

There is a special Mother’s day 15% discount for Amazon Prime Members on the SKG Neck Massager from May 3 to May 12.

The SKG Neck Massager makes a great gift

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the SKG Neck Massager at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P5D2TH8

The SKG Neck Massager

ABOUT THIS POST

Like you, the team here at Style Chicks needs time to evaluate and form an opinion of the products we talk about. In the case of the SKG Neck Massager, we received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion of this product. We produced this blog post because we think the product is great and want to share it with you!

Endorphins & Better Beauty Sleep with the Wellness Collections Acupressure Mat

April 18, 2019 · 3 Comments

If you could choose a daily spa treatment, what would it be? How about a massage with acupressure? Acupressure reduces stress, pain and encourages restful beauty sleep. A few minutes of acupressure makes a remarkable difference. So I’m delighted to find the Wellness Collections Acupressure Eco Cotton Mat.

Wellness Collection Acupuncture mat and pillow

WHAT IT DOES

The Wellness Collections Acupressure Eco Cotton Mat eases pain and muscle tension within minutes.

This mat has “spikes” that work like an acupressure treatment. The spikes engage the body’s natural healing and relaxation capabilities. It can improve a stiff neck, headache, chronic pain, and stress.

This Wellness Collection Acupressure Mat

This mat uses numerous spikes clustered in a shape of lotus flowers to form of steady means of acupressure

HOW DOES ACUPRESSURE WORK?

Acupressure is an ancient medical practice. It uses targeted pressure to restore body balance and blood flow. Increased blood flow encourages skin rejuvenation, improved metabolism, and releases endorphins.

Close up of the lotus flower spikes that provide steady but comfortable acupressure points

HOW DO ACUPRESSURE MATS WORK?

Acupressure mats use spike meditation to increase blood flow. The mat works by applying body weight against the spikes. The balanced force of the spikes increases blood flow and massages deep into muscles.

But… most at-home acupressure items use hard “bed of nails” style spikes that are too painful to use long enough to get the benefit.

WHAT MAKES WELLNESS COLLECTIONS ACUPRESSURE MAT SPECIAL?

The Wellness Collections Acupressure Mat has 27 point Yoga Lotus Flower spikes. The spikes are not too hard but not too soft. This gives the ability to tolerate a long enough session to gain benefit. This enables pain relief, muscle massage, and increased blood circulation. Twenty minutes relaxing on the mat gives acupressure session type benefits.

The Wellness Collection Acupressure Mat and pillow

MY EXPERIENCE: PUTTING THE WELLNESS COLLECTIONS ACUPRESSURE MAT TO THE TEST

We tried the Wellness Collections Acupressure Mat for seven days to test if it eased muscle aches, improved sleep, and promoted relaxation.

The spikes look sharp and scratchy but are comfortable to lay on

The spikes look sharp and scratchy but are comfortable to lay upon

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

HOW IT FEELS
At first, I was a bit worried about these spikes. I thought they would be too hard and scratchy. But this mat works for me because it relaxes my muscles and is firm enough without being too pointy. It emulates the gentle but steady pressure of practitioner acupuncture.

The mat and pillow fit comfortably on a chair, bed or on a yoga mat, overhead view

Wellness Collections pillow and mat, side view

Just twenty minutes a day provides relaxing acupuncture benefits

If you’ve had acupressure or a deep massage before, you recognize the feeling. If you haven’t had acupressure, it is comfortable but still a pressure that takes a few minutes to get used to. Then it feels very relaxing.

After I adjusted to the mat, it was relaxing enough to fall asleep!

The neck pillow is comfortable. It is an ergonomic neck position and precise acupressure point delivery. Ever sleep the wrong way and awake with a crick in your neck that is sore all day? The pillow is helpful to ease that feeling.

The acupressure pillow works on neck and calves

Closeup of pillow and lotus spikes. Try it under the knees for rejuvenating tired legs!

The spikes are resilient but not stiff. Muscles in my shoulders and back relax with use. As someone who spends time hunched over a laptop, that’s a huge selling point.

Standing on the mat in bare feet relieves foot fatigue from standing or walking in high heels.

Try standing on the mat after a long day on your feet for instant foot relief

I also like to sit on the mat for post-workout recovery. I also found it useful when sitting at my desk.

While I have used it on my bed with successful results, I have a fluffy pillowtop mattress that makes the surface less even. I personally find that I get the most benefit using it on the floor or laying the Wellness Collection Acupressure Mat on top of a rug or on my yoga mat.

DOES SCIENCE SUPPORT ACUPRESSURE?

Style Chicks own in-house researcher located many clinical studies supporting acupuncture benefits. Studies showed acupressure helped anxiety, sleep problems, fibromyalgia, myofascial pain syndrome, and nausea. Pain reduction occurred in chronic neck and back pain and acute orthopedic injuries. Acupressure even helped reduce labor pains. Improved circulation and endorphin release are both benefits of acupressure.

One acupuncture study appeared last month in The Journal of Alternative Complementary Medicine.

This large hospital-based study included 519 acupuncture treatments. Acupuncture was done on subjects with anxiety, sleep disturbance, and pain ranging from minor to serious. Serious pain included bone cancer pain. Some study finding excerpts:

“Seventy-five percent of participants were highly satisfied with acupressure treatments.”
“96% of treatments were administered in less than 30 minutes”.
“Acupressure is a highly satisfactory complementary therapy that can demonstrate a clinically significant decrease in self-rated pain and anxiety scores.” (1)

A second acupuncture study was done on injured athletes. It showed consistent pain reduction in even acute musculoskeletal sports injuries. (2)

CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN

The mat is attractive and well made with spikes formed into lotus flowers.

The mat itself is 100% organic cotton, soft hypoallergenic pad. The spikes are made of organic cotton and polymer. It is sturdy and well made.

Mat and pillow fold together with handles to carry

Each mat and neck pillow set has attached handles and a sturdy waterproof carrying bag. This makes it easy to use after long flights or cramped car rides.

Zippered carrying case for ease of storage or for use while traveling

Included zippered bag with handles for easy storage and use while traveling

GUARANTEE

The mat comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 1-year free replacement warranty.

CONCLUSION

The Wellness Collections Lotus Acupressure Massage Mat addresses pain, post-workout soreness, and stress. It is comfortable enough to use but stiff enough to be effective. It is an easy way to get the benefits of acupressure at home or while traveling. A great gift for men or women, students, a new mom or someone on their feet or sitting at a computer all day.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the Wellness Collections Lotus Acupressure Massage Mat with Original Yoga Lotus Spikes at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FTRGD2Z

REFERENCES

“Beyond Pills: Acupressure Impact on Self-Rated Pain and Anxiety Scores.”
Altern Complement Med.2019 Mar 30. doi: 10.1089/acm.2018.0422, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30932686.
“Does Acupressure Hit the Mark? A Three-Arm Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial of Acupressure for Pain and Anxiety Relief in Athletes With Acute Musculoskeletal Sports Injuries.”
Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine. 27(4):338–343, JUL 2017
DOI: 10.1097/JSM.0000000000000378
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28653963

ABOUT THIS POST

Like you, the team here at Style Chicks needs time to evaluate and form an opinion of any of the products we talk about. In the case of the Wellness Collections Lotus Acupressure Massage Mat, we received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion of this product. We produced this blog post because we think the product is great and want to share it with you!

Health: Yunmai Premium Smart Scale for Meeting Health & Fitness Goals

November 17, 2018 · Leave a Comment

I’ve had the same scale in my bathroom for most of my life, and it has long lost its’ precision. So when I get weighed at the doctor or weigh myself at the gym, on occasion, I’m in for a bit of a shock. And an overall weight isn’t indicative of several factors, such as muscle mass, my percentage of fat, or percentage of visceral fat. So I’m thrilled to have found the Yunmai Premium Smart Scale which not only measures these important weight-related statistics, but pairs with its’ own Yunmai APP to sync with Apple health, Fitbit, and Google Fit to help track and achieve the overall fitness goals of the entire family.

FEATURE OVERVIEW

The Yunmai Premium Smart Scale measures ten important statistics of weight and overall health. These statistics can upload via Bluetooth to the Yunami app to monitor progress, track goals, or get an advisory report. The ten important statistics include:

Weight
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Body fat ratio
Water weight
Muscle weight
Bone weight percentage
Visceral Fat
Protein
Body Age
Basal Metabolic Rate

Not just a regular scale, it weighs and calculates multiple weight factors

The Yunmai APP is available for iOS (Apple) and Android smartphones. There is also a version for the iPad. The app is free to download and syncs itself up to the scale and can also be used with Apple health, Fitbit, and Google Fit.

The app is available for Android and Apple devices, including iPhone and iPad tablets.

ABOUT THE SCALE

PACKAGING

The packaging is understated and elegant. It is suitable for gift giving. The outer box contains the scale in a good looking inner box, and it is packed quite securely. The scale is secured even in the inner box with a foam wrap envelope. The batteries are included.

Yunmai Premium Smart Scale gift box

It is wrapped and secured exceptionally well.

Sturdy internal packing materials keeps scale safe

Sturdy internal packing materials keep the scale safe

Well packed

Well packed and comes with a concise User Guide

AESTHETIC & DESIGN

The scale itself is sleek and modern. The surface is highly reflective but gives an almost enameled look. It is a simple design, but eye-catching.

Yunmai logo on the sleek scale surface

Yunmai Premium Smart Scale comes with batteries and is designed to be stable

Sturdy feet has slip-proof grips

The LED display is clear, crisp and easy-to-read with a modern chrome circular design.

The display shows weight in lbs or kg based on your settings

ABOUT THE YUNAMI APP FEATURES

The Yunmai Premium Smart Scale is a Bluetooth-enabled scale that gives precise measurements of a number of body composition factors. Since it is a scale, it does indeed measure weight, but it gives the reasons behind that weight.

The Bluetooth feature allows you to connect up to the Yunmai App, which is available for both Android and iOS. The Bluetooth pairs effortlessly and automatically shows detailed results of your weigh-in. It keeps a history of your stats so you can track your progress over time. This doesn’t just apply to weight, but all stats that are calculated with each weigh-in. For instance, it tracked that I lost nearly a pound of fat in a week’s time. Considering that a standard weight in pounds (or kilograms, the app gives both options) can be affected by the loss of muscle, water weight, etc., I was glad to know that the lost was fat.

Follow the step-by-step instructions in the Quick Start guide to connect the scale and app.

MY EXPERIENCE USING THE Yunmai Premium Smart SCALE & APP

The app’s comprehensive analysis feature allows you to see both an overview and individual statistics. For instance, my general health report showed that I lost 1.2 lbs over the course of seven days. It gives the option to share this information on Facebook and/or Twitter. This is a helpful option if you and your friends are supporting each other in a quest to get healthier.

The app then gives specifics of Body Components and how they factor into overall weight and health. Here’s an overview of the Body Components:

The first component is BMI. The app explains that BMI (Body Mass Index) is a value derived from the weight and height of a person. It shows where your figure falls on the spectrum of health to unhealthy numbers. I have a BMI of 18.6, which is pretty good.

Screenshot: Yunmai Bluetooth 4.0 Premium Smart Body Fat Scale

The second component is your Body Fat percentage. The percentage comes from the total mass of your fat divided by your overall body mass, so it shows what percentage of your body is fat. This is an excellent percentage to know in order to ascertain what lifestyle changes you might need to make.

Screenshot: the measure of body fat

The third component is Muscle mass. Muscle weighs more than Fat, it is good to know the two percentages. If you have been doing a lot of muscle-building exercises, your weight can go up, even though you are losing fat. So knowing both your fat percentage and your Muscle Mass can give a better understanding of how your efforts affect your overall health, not just your weight.

I never gave Body Water much thought, but it is an interesting statistic to know. It is the total amount of fluid in the body. This is important to know when you may under or over attribute a weight gain or loss to high-sodium foods, or even if you are dehydrated.
Track water weight screenshot
Protein Percentage is a good statistic to have as it is the most abundant kind of molecule in the body aside from water. It assists in the growth, repair, and maintenance of the body, so it is essential to have a proper amount of protein in your system.
A component that is very good to know is the amount of Visceral fat in your system. Visceral fat is the fat that is stored in the abdominal cavity and surrounds many internal organs. Since a high level of Visceral Fat can be a predictor of metabolic disease, this is a very important statistic to track over time. I was glad to see that my figure was low but healthy.

Yunmai app screenshot

Bone Mass is the estimated weight of bone mineral in the body. Many women have lower than expected bone mass, but this can be reversed with dietary modifications if it is caught early enough. This feature is very helpful.
BMR is a very interesting statistic. Your Basal Metabolic Rate is the amount of energy expended while at rest. Basically, it is the number of calories per day that you burn if you are sedentary. My BMR is 1222, which motivates me to get in a little bit of extra exercise since I can burn off weight fairly quickly if I eat a healthy diet.
Body Age is the last component and is a rather motivating one. It shows the age of your body based on health and fitness based on all of the Body Components combined. My Body Age is two years younger than my chronological age, but it does motivate me to work harder to keep my body and health at its’ optimal!

NOTABLE FEATURES

This is a great scale for families. The app can track the stats of up to 16 individual users and can be used on separate devices.

The app allows for adding up to sixteen family members to monitor and track progress

A screenshot from the app which allows for adding up to sixteen family members to monitor and track progress

The extra large display is very useful: my vision isn’t terribly bad, but some scales are hard to see. The digital display is quite clear on this scale.

Another feature of this scale is that it still works even if the floor surface is not entirely flat, such as an older house, or on wide wood beams, tiles, or carpeting. This assures consistent results.

This scale is quite beautiful and works with a variety of decors, and it gives very helpful information to help you better manage your health. Of course, you should always work with your doctor if you are making any major lifestyle change, especially if you have a pre-existing condition.

WHERE TO FIND IT

Find the Yunmai Premium Smart Scale at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C6E2YSI/smart+body+scale?fbclid=IwAR2fjDsNpVMSg0ov71oL2VhAakQViVbghjoMKPXodbbwbrEZpYku05jLQtw&th=1

I received this product in exchange for my unbiased review and received compensation for my time and effort. However, my experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine.