Archives for March 2018

Choosing a Blue Engagement Ring: Gem Stone King Blue Mystic Topaz and Diamonds Engagement Ring

March 18, 2018 · 15 Comments

The sapphire and diamond engagement ring worn by the late Princess Diana and now Kate Middleton is perhaps amongst the most well-known examples of an engagement ring that does not feature a diamond as the focal stone. Colored engagement rings have become increasingly popular to show individuality and to own a distinctive piece of jewelry. The Gem Stone King Blue Mystic Topaz Diamond Halo with 10K White Gold engagement ring retains a traditional engagement ring look while still having a unique and modern vibe.

Gem Stone King Blue Mystic Topaz and Diamond Engagement Ring

CHOOSING A NON-DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING

We tend to think primarily of diamonds for engagement rings, but this concept only became popular around 1900 as part of a jewelry company’s clever marketing campaign. While the sparkle of a diamond cannot be denied, other stones can be just as timeless and beautiful. Many gemstones even have more vibrant reflective properties than diamonds, catching the light in a way that makes for lovely rainbow-like reflections.

WHY CHOOSE GEM STONE KING FOR YOUR NON-DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING

You may wish for an engagement ring that is a bit different and special, but at the same time be cautious not to choose something so modern that its’ a trend that will quickly look outdated. Gem Stone King specializes in blending tradition with modern styling, resulting in an elegant timeless look that is still appealing to a younger, sleeker woman.

The Gem Stone King family has been in the diamond business for over 100 years. The president is a fourth generation diamond merchant. Based in New York, New York, and their jewelry is mainly manufactured in the United States. Gem Stone King oversees local production to keep costs low while employing old world methods with modern technology. The result is jewelry that is sleek enough for modern, young tastes while retaining a traditional design that is timeless.

Gem Stone King Mystic Topaz Engagement Ring

Gem Stone King Blue Mystic Topaz and Diamond Engagement Ring

CHOOSING THE GEM STONE KING BLUE MYSTIC TOPAZ FOR A NON-DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING

Blue sapphires, like Princess Diana’s engagement ring, are an elegant and versatile choice. One consideration about sapphires is that they can be such a deep hue of blue that they appear almost black or even opaque in some lightings, meaning there is less sparkle than may be desirable for an engagement ring.

GEM STONE KING BLUE MYSTIC TOPAZ AND DIAMOND HALO RING DETAILS

This Blue Mystic Topaz gemstone has the intensity of a sapphire without the darkness, rather it has a beautiful ocean blue clarity that many people seek in a blue gemstone ring.

Blue Mystic Topaz has a deep blue color but retains the depth and brilliance of a traditional engagement ring kind of sparkle

THE FOCAL STONE

The focal gemstone of a Blue Mystic Topaz of this Gem Stone King ring is called Tanzanite Blue, which is not quite as dark as a natural sapphire. A Mystic Topaz is brighter than a sapphire, but not an unnatural looking bright such as the royal blue shade that often occurs in created sapphires. Mystic Topaz often cast small rainbow hues within the depth of the stone. Its’ depth, sparkle, reflection, and the cut are more evident to the naked eye that is often seen in a natural sapphire.

Vibrant Blue Mystic Topaz has vibrant depth, brilliance, sparkle and light

Oval stones allow for a round cut for maximum sparkle

It is a 1.30 Carat natural stone with an oval cut held in a traditional four-prong setting. The oval cut allows for the cut style, brilliance, and sparkle seen on a round diamond but with a unique and flattering look.

Side view of four prong setting

THE SIDE STONES

The twenty-eight side stones are natural diamonds that surround the focal stone in a halo. They are a combined total weight of 0.092 carats. The round cut maximizes the sparkle of each 0.05-carat diamond encircling the focal Topaz. These side stones catch a surprising amount of light and look particularly brilliant and sparkly when hands are in motion.

All Gem Stone King diamonds are conflict-free from authorized sources with a Kimberley certificate.

Twenty-eight natural round cut conflict-free diamonds

THE BAND

The 17mm band is 10K White Gold that has a high shine and luster. 10K White Gold is highly durable which makes it ideal for a band that will be worn daily for years to come.

The appearance is smooth and shiny, sleek and modern but it also has a traditional engagement ring look and feel. The white gold also enhances the cool blue tones of the gemstones.

While this ring can be given for any special occasion or worn as a statement piece ring, it makes a lovely choice for a non-diamond engagement ring because it nods to tradition while still showing the personal unique style of the wearer. Also, the inclusion of diamonds as side stones still incorporates the traditional diamond into the ring.

10KT White Gold band has a shiny, smooth finish that is durable

GIFT PRESENTATION PACKAGING

The ring comes in a double box gift presentation. The outer box is a white gift box with a gold Gem Stone King logo on the top. The inner box is a gold logo on a blue hinged ring box with velvet lining inside. The ring comes in a small bag to keep it free of lint or damage while in storage or before the presentation of the ring.

The ring comes in a Gem Stone King white outer box and blue inner box

Gem Stone King Ring box

FULLY INSURED

While buying jewelry online offers lower prices than brick and mortar stores, there is always some risk of the item getting lost or damaged in the mail. This Gem Stone King ring comes fully insured at no additional cost. This insurance protects you from any risk of damage or the loss of your item while in transit.

CONCLUSION

If you’re considering a blue gemstone engagement ring but want a naturally bright stone with more sparkle, this Gem Stone King ring featuring a 1.30-carat Blue Mystic Topaz makes an excellent choice. It is not an overly dark stone yet also doesn’t appear too bright like the intense royal blue hue of a created sapphire. The halo of twenty-eight diamonds add sparkle and lend an elegant, traditional look. The diamonds are conflict-free. The 10K white gold band is durable and shiny. A modern yet timeless look durable enough to wear for years to come.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the Gem Stone King 10K White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring set with 1.30 Ct Oval Blue Mystic Topaz at

Style Chicks received the Gem Stone King 10K White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring set with 1.30 Ct Oval Blue Mystic Topaz in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Why We Love reVive dpl IIa for Wrinkles and Acne

March 6, 2018 · 25 Comments

As part of our Style Chicks Hair and Skin Care Series, we’re exploring the advantages of home light therapy for improving skin.

LED light therapy builds collagen, reduces wrinkles, improves acne, fades discoloration and scars. A high-quality light therapy device is a worthwhile investment.

We recently tried the reVive dpl® IIa“ Professional Wrinkle Reduction and Acne Treatment Light Therapy, which is an FDA-cleared, OTC Class II medical device. It is a lightweight panel big enough to cover the entire face at once. It uses powerful LED diodes that emit safe light therapy that tackles acne and wrinkles while building collagen.

WHAT LIGHT THERAPY DOES FOR SKIN

Backed by numerous clinical studies, blue and red light therapy are both effective, pain-free, chemical-free, non-invasive way to improve the skin’s texture, tone, and firmness.

WHAT THE REVIVE dpl® IIa PANEL DOES

This device is for acne treatment and wrinkles. Today we focus primarily on the anti-wrinkle/anti-aging aspect of this device.

It reduces wrinkles by promoting collagen production. More collagen means stronger, more elastic skin with less sagging.

The device also improves skin tone, texture and reduces hyperpigmentation, which promotes the appearance of healthy, glowing, and youthful skin.

The reVive dplÂ® IIa is the only full-face professional light therapy devices with FDA clearance for in-home use.

THE REVIVE DPL® IIa SET INCLUDES:

Device
AC/DC power supply
Instruction manual
Goggles
One year warranty

HOW DOES THE REVIVE DPL® IIa RATE?

As beauty bloggers, we’ve tried many at-home light therapy products. The reVive DPL® IIa is in a class by itself. This light is powerful and consistently even, and feels much more like an in-office caliber treatment than other commercially available light therapy devices we’ve tried.

GOGGLES

The goggles say optional, but in my opinion, they are mandatory. The reason is that even with the goggles AND my eyes closed, I can still see the brightness of the light, just like a professional in-office IPL or light therapy treatment.

But I do like using these goggles, though, as they’re designed to fit just over the actual eye, exposing the maximum amount of orbital skin area for treatment. This allows dark circles, sagging upper lids and browbones, and the general orbital skin to get treatment, including crow’s feet.

The goggles are adjustable to be secure but comfortable.

FULL-FACE TREATMENT AT ONCE

This book-sized device covers your entire face (and much of throat) at once, making for faster and evener treatment.

DEEPLY SATURATED COLORED LIGHT

This device produces a powerful light! The whole wall behind you will be illuminated with color like a neon sign. Once you see that, other at-home light therapy devices pale in comparison. It’s not that other devices can’t deliver results, but if I’m going to spend the time and money do light therapy at home, I want a powerfully effective device.

The reVive dpl IIa bathes you in colored light

MULTIPLE LIGHT THERAPY MODES

Choose the red or blue light setting, or use both at once.

RED LIGHT WRINKLE SETTING

RED LIGHT jump-starts tissue rejuvenation by increasing blood flow and collagen stimulation. Red light therapy significantly improves skin complexion, tone, and texture. It also reduces roughness, wrinkles, and fine lines. In clinical studies, Ultrasonographic tests show red light therapy increases collagen.

BLUE LIGHT ACNE SETTING

BLUE LIGHT is used to treat acne because it eliminates bacteria, reduces inflammation and redness, stabilizes oil glands, fades old and new scars and discoloration. This is especially helpful for adult acne, as the harsh drying methods we may have used as a teen are too rough on adult skin, especially wrinkling skin.

COMBO MODE: BOTH RED AND BLUE AT ONCE SETTING

Treat wrinkles and acne simultaneously with both red and blue light. This mode uses all of the colored light diodes for a super powerful light therapy treatment. The combo of works very effectively for wrinkles and maximizes light therapy based collagen production while fading discoloration and redness.

Interested in the expanded details on how these specific colors of light therapy work from a clinical view? Read our upcoming post covering all the need to know science behind home light therapy.

Using the device for a dual red and blue light therapy treatment. The diodes are powerful enough to cover my face, neck, palms, and the wall behind me in intense colored light

EASE OF USE

It’s comfortable on the skin, there is no burning or any discomfort at all, it’s quite relaxing. The device opens like a book, and it’s easy to hold the device for treatment right on the face. It’s lightweight like a Kindle tablet and can be propped up if needed.

It beeps at every minute interval until the treatment is over and it shuts itself off.

TIP: Before a light therapy session, apply an SPF-free serum or moisturizer for maximum benefit.

This device is a collagen-building lifesaver for those with sensitive skin who cannot tolerate Vitamin C serums or Retinol because it works without any irritation, redness or dryness.

The device is lightweight like a Kindle tablet and opens like a book for a double paneled treatment display

RESULTS

The reduction of wrinkles, fine lines, and crows feet are the hallmark of this light therapy device. My eleven lines appeared less deep and long even after a few uses. I find both eleven and smile lines look much smoother the day after I use the reVive DPLÂ® IIa and my skin appears brighter.

I’m particularly happy with the ability to treat the eye area including crows feet, my undereye area gets a nice treatment of wrinkle reduction and lightening discoloration. The long-term ability to build collagen along the upper eyelid and browbone turns back time in a way that a topical eye cream alone cannot.

When I use the device at night before bed, my skin also has a lovely glow to it in the morning, I look more vibrant and awake, my skin tone seems more rosy and even.

Since using the device, I tend to use less foundation and concealer so the glow of my skin can shine through.

CONCLUSION

An outstanding addition to your at-home anti-aging arsenal, the reVive dplÂ® IIa â€“ Professional Wrinkle Reduction and Acne Treatment Light Therapy provides powerful, professional quality results in an easy-to-use device that takes just minutes to use. This highly worthwhile investment treats face, throat, decolletage, and hands whenever you want.

This FDA-cleared, OTC Class II medical device is lightweight and covers the entire face at once for fast, even treatment. The three light mode settings deliver precious collagen building therapeutic light, which over the course of a few months, makes a meaningful difference in the strength, firmness, texture, and appearance of skin.

Treating adult acne and wrinkles at the same time is tricky business. Up next is all the details on using reVive dplÂ® IIa â€“ Professional Wrinkle Reduction and Acne Treatment Light Therapy for acne treatment.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the reVive dpl® IIa Professional Wrinkle Reduction and Acne Treatment Light Therapy at https://ledtechnologies.com/collections/revive-light-therapy-skincare/

Style Chicks received the reVive dpl® IIa Professional Wrinkle Reduction and Acne Treatment Light Therapy Panel for review purposes. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

How to Wear the Gem Stone King Morganite Peach Sterling Silver Promise Ring

March 1, 2018 · 16 Comments

My Grandparents met when he was 16 and she was 13. And they always knew they were meant to be. A few years later, he gave her his class ring, which at that time, was common to give as a promise ring. Once married, Grandpa bought her several valuable pieces over the years, but out of all her jewelry, this simple promise ring was always one of her favorite pieces because of what it symbolized. Today, many couples also want some physical symbol or token that they’ve made a promise or commitment to each other. So promise rings have made a resurgence, and Gem Stone King has a great promise ring for the modern yet classic lady: a Morganite Peach Cubic Zirconia and Diamond .925 Sterling Silver and 10K Rose Gold Promise Ring – it’s pink, elegant, and traditional yet thoroughly modern.

Gem Stone King

WHY CHOOSE THIS GEM STONE KING PROMISE RING

If you’re looking for a promise ring that has the traditional engagement ring look while still retaining a modern and young feel, this piece is an excellent choice because it made of quality materials and superior construction. Gem Stone King is a New York City-based diamond wholesaler, Gem Stone King oversees local production to keep costs low while employing old world methods with modern technology.

This ring comes in this presentation gift box. The Gem Stone King family has been in the diamond business for four generations

HOW TO WEAR A PROMISE RING

Promise rings are typically worn on the left-hand ring finger if not married or the right-hand ring finger if married. Promise rings can be worn on any finger, and they’re sometimes even worn on a chain around the neck.

Because many women decide to continue to wear their promise rings on their right hand after marriage, choosing a timeless style is important in promise ring selection.

This timeless Gem Stone King Promise ring can be worn for years to come on the right hand after the wedding

A promise ring is less formal in style than engagement ring style, meaning it can be made of different metals and contain composite or colored stones. There’s more leeway for showing one’s personal style.

On this ring, the 10K Rose Gold metal element and peachy-pink center gemstone is a flattering look for most skin tones and matches both classic and modern wardrobe styles. The look is modern and young while retaining the timeless style necessary for a ring that will often be worn daily for years.

10K Rose Gold detailing frame the center stone

CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS

This Gem Stone King Ring is a .925 Sterling Silver band with 10K Rose Gold with a Swarovski Morganite Peach Cubic Zirconia surrounded by diamond side stones. There are seven total stones: one center stone and six side stones, three on each side.

Featuring 10K Rose Gold on a .925 Sterling Silver band

BAND

The band is made of .925 Sterling Silver with 10K Rose Gold accent elements. This gives the band a modern look while retaining a clean traditional feel. The metal has a high sheen.

The band has .925 Sterling Silver with 10 KT Rose Gold

.925 Sterling Silver markings

The Setting

Band and setting side views

CENTER STONE

The center gem stone is an oval cut Morganite Peach Swarovski Cubic Zirconia in a peachy-pink color. The gemstone color compliments the rose gold of the ring band, giving it a modern yet classic look. It’s a 1.21-carat gem in a four prong setting and the stone is 6 by 8 millimeters. It is eye clean so you will not spot any distracting inclusions. The color is ideal for matching rose gold jewelry trends while not being a look that will become dated over time.

The center stone is in a classic four prong setting

The stone has a lovely luster and hue

As Swarovski is known for precise gemstone cuts that impart particular brilliance, the cut of this gemstone gives a particularly bright sparkle to the stone and maximizes the feminine, clear color. I love how it takes on a range of hues from a tealight rose to lavender, depending upon the light. And the cut creates a beautiful fire to the gemstone.

SIDE STONES

The six side stones (three on each side) are each natural 0.3 carats round single cut diamonds. They are each 1 mm in length. They add sparkle without being excessively flashy. I like having the diamonds in this ring as it adds an engagement ring feel that sets it apart from other fashion rings that one might wear, giving it a distinctive look.

The six side diamonds add subtle side sparkle

ABOUT GEM STONE KING DIAMONDS

All Gem Stone King diamonds are conflict-free from authorized sources with a Kimberley certificate. The Gem Stone King family has been in the diamond business for over 100 years. The president is a fourth generation diamond merchant. Based in New York, New York, and their jewelry is mainly manufactured in the United States.

ABOUT SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL GEMSTONES

Swarovski is internationally known for crystals with astounding light and sparkle resulting from their precise cutting methods. Swarovski uses a patented machine to perfect the look of a hand-cut to make crystals of high brilliance like a diamond available for the price of a crystal. Because Swarovski crystals have such a glamorous sparkle, they are frequently used in costumes, bridal wear, and designer gowns. The Morganite Peach gemstone in this ring has such a sparkle and reflects light so well that it takes on a hue from surrounding colors worn, making it a highly versatile pink stone that depending upon the light, takes on pink, lavender or even coppery tones. The stone reflects light amongst the various facets and it catches the light so well that small rainbows appear within the stone.

The ring has lovely fire to it. See how this ring sparkles as it catches the light with each tiny movement in this video:

CONCLUSION

A promise ring shows a commitment between a couple. Have you met the “one” but time and circumstances separate you until you can officially tie the knot? You’re not alone: couples are getting married later in life to finish college or meet career goals. If you want a timeless ring that can be worn for years to come, the Gem Stone King Morganite Peach and Diamond Sterling Silver and 10K Rose Gold Promise Ring offer a modern yet classic look.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the Gem Stone King Morganite Peach and Diamond Sterling Silver and 10K Rose Gold Promise Ring at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079G898BJ

Gem Stone King promise ring

Style Chicks received the Gem Stone King Morganite Peach and Diamond Sterling Silver and 10K Rose Gold Promise Ring in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.