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Estarer 17.3” Laptop Messenger Bag Why You Will Love It

April 24, 2021 · 7 Comments

I love a larger screen laptop for presentations, photo editing and streaming movies, so I often use a 17.3-inch screen laptop at school and work. But finding a professional bag that fits my 17.3-inch laptop is difficult, especially when carrying other gear. The Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag is made for both professionals and students and holds my large laptop and tablet, plus my gear, supplies, notebook, and water bottle. It’s roomy without being cumbersome or heavy and has numerous compartments and pockets to securely hold everything I need to take me through the day at from work to school.

Using my Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag while on campus to hold my large laptop, books, notebook, water bottle, phone, and tablet

Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag FEATURES

  • MATERIAL: Water-resistant canvas to protect your laptop even in rain and snow
  • MULTIPLE COMPARTMENTS: In addition to a laptop sleeve, there is a roomy compartment with an organizer pocket with two inner pouches, three front pouches, and rear pocket and an impressive multi-row and column storage panel to numerous items to be found quickly at a glance including cards, ID, phone, USB, cords, makeup, mints, power bars
Inner compartment with multi-columned pocket sleeve for pens, mints, and a key ring

Inner compartment with multi-columned pocket sleeve for pens, mints, and a key ring

  • OVERFLAP to hold an ID card, pen, and wallet in an accessible but safe spot
  • TWO WATER BOTTLE POCKETS, so you can carry two water bottles or a water bottle and coffee thermos.
  • EASY TO CARRY There is an adjustable reinforced shoulder strap (up to 25.3 inches) and a sturdy top handle
  • SAFE & SECURE: Hidden pockets, velcro and zip closures
  • SIZE: 18.5 x 13.78 x 5.91 inch. Holds laptops up to 17.3-inch

CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN

Made with a thick, durable, water-resistant canvas, it has both a top handle and a rugged adjustable shoulder strap, up to 25.3 inches in length, so the bag can be worn across the body if desired or hung by the shoulder.

The adjustable strap allows for wearing the bag off the shoulder or cross body

The main compartment fits multiple books or up to a three-inch binder notebook in addition to the laptop compartment.

A view of the front pocket and the 17.3-inch laptop sleeve

Ideal for college students, in addition to a laptop, the bag holds a 3-inch binder notebook, books, and supplies

The stitching is well done with no loose threads and it is made with quality materials without shortcuts. For example, the connection between the bag and strap is metal, not plastic. The shoulder strap leather is well stitched and thick and bears the weight well.

Sturdy adjustable strap with strong leather shoulder piece

Sturdy adjustable strap with strong leather shoulder piece

Close up of the leather, it is thick and durable

The over-flap front pocket is especially useful for quick access to Photo ID, pens, key, and phone.

USES: WHAT THE BAG CAN HOLD

The laptop sleeve

The case holds everything here, including a large textbook, my 17.3-inch notebook, gloves, makeup bag, bottled beverages, mints, keys, sunglasses, phone, tablet, with plenty of room to spare

Finally a case that can hold my 17.3-inch laptop and other wares, books and equipment at the same time!

There are so many compartments and pockets to keep items safe and secure and easily accessible in addition to the laptop compartment, including front and back pockets, side pockets for water bottles or thin thermos

Multiple zippered pockets for the laptop, binders, gear, and supplies

Quality stitching, top handle, side water bottle pockets

It’s also useful as a travel bag or DSLR camera bag (in its’ own padded case), and the velcro and zip closures keep the bag contents safe.

A versatile, sturdy laptop bag with lots of pockets and secure velcro on the outer flap, multiple zippers and velcro secure strap on the laptop compartment

A versatile, sturdy laptop bag with lots of pockets and secure velcro on the outer flap, multiple zippers and velcro secure strap on the laptop compartment

The front of the bag has a secret thin zippered pocket to hold my phone or wallet, tablet or gloves. This pocket is hidden but accessible so it is a safe place to store such smaller items securely.

Front full thin pocket holds a tablet or gloves

The front overflap has a full thin pocket that holds a tablet, scarf or gloves

The back also has a full panel zippered pocket ideal for holding documents, important papers or presentations or even a thin tablet.

Hold a tablet or papers in the full length back zippered pocket

MY EXPERIENCE with Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag

I was able to carry not only my laptop but a 3-inch binder notebook, a textbook, my tablet, and my water bottle all in separate compartments.

The front slit pocket fits a tablet, passport, a phone and wallet

A roomy compartment holds books and a binder

Laptop, binder, textbooks, notepad and tablet compartments

The front flap holds my ID in place so I can swipe scan into the secure access only buildings without having to remove my ID from the case, which is convenient when I am carrying coffee or rushing around work or school.

I like that I can carry everything I need for a full day of work or school or travel. There are two water bottle pockets which means I can carry a water bottle for during the day and another bottle for the gym, or a water bottle and a thin coffee thermos. This is more convenient than waiting in line for coffee before a class, yet the bottles are safely kept away from my laptop, papers, books, and equipment.

Large roomy compartment has multiple pockets for finding items quickly

I could also fit a scarf in my bag in case the weather gets chilly.

This case holds everything I need for a full day at school or work

The bag is highly durable, even when I overstuffed the bag, the shoulder strap bore the weight and the bag did not rip. The top handle is sturdy and comfortable to carry the bag without chafing.

Long adjustable shoulder strap is ideal for travelers, college students, and professionals for carrying lots of gear

The back could be used for an overnight trip. I could fit my makeup and toiletries into the back pocket, socks, spare t-shirt, flat shoes, tablet, small hairdryer, and my camera, etc.

I particularly like the double security of both the velcro over flap and the zippered top compartments to keep the contents of the bag secure from theft, loss, or the weather.

Find items quickly inside the multiple inner pockets

Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag Benefits

A highly versatile bag that can carry a 17.3 inch laptop, water bottles, paperwork, books, a notebook, a camera, a thermos, and boasts an abundance of pockets including an overlap with quick access to important items like the built-in key ring, pen holder, and ID holder, this water-resistant messenger bag is ideal for a college student or someone who travels a great deal for work. It is also very useful for someone who likes to work in a cafe and carry with them all the supplies they might need during the day. The rugged shoulder strap is adjustable, making it easy for both women or men of various heights to wear the messenger bag across the body for maximum ease and security.

Holds everything I need for a long day of classes: my 17.3-inch laptop, a three-inch binder notebook, water bottle, pens, pencils, ID, a scarf, my tablet and more

The Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag is ideal for a casual but put-together urban campus style

WHERE TO BUY Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag

Sturdy, roomy, versatile and easy to carry, find the Estarer Laptop Messenger Bag at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07313JSN4/

Style Chicks received the Estarer 17.3-Inch Laptop Messenger Bag 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.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Fashion
Tagged: Estarer Laptop Messenger bag, Laptop Case, Laptop case for 17.3-inch laptop, Laptop Messenger Bag

Black Cumin Seed Oil: How to Get Hair Growth Benefits

April 6, 2021 · Leave a Comment

Black Seed Oil, also known as Black Cumin Seed Oil, is an excellent hair conditioning and hair growth remedy. It also has skincare benefits.
Black Cumin Seed Oil comes from the seeds of this flower

Black Cumin Seed Oil comes from the seeds of this Nigella sativa flower

What is Black Cumin Seed Oil?

Black Seed Oil comes from the Virgin in the green flower.

Rich in fatty amino acids, Black Seed Oil is moisturizing to the skin and hair. It makes an excellent scalp treatment.

  • It is an anti-inflammatory that soothes chronic skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
  • The fatty amino acids make the skin glow and give hair a natural shine.

Black Cumin Seed Oil Benefits

Black Seed Oil comes from seeds of the virgin on the green flower

Hair enhancing Black Seed Oil comes from the seeds of Nigella sativa

Black Cumin Seed Oil or Black Seed Oil:

  • comes from the seeds of the Nigella sativa, commonly called virgin in the green flower.
  • is also known as Black Cumin Seed Oil
  • works well with other ingredients to provide therapeutic effects.
  • is an antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant oil
  • Black seeds and their oil have a long history of traditional medicine use in Indian and Arabian civilizations.

Why Use Black Cumin Seed Oil as a Scalp Treatment

For scalp care, Black Seed Oil contains Thymoquinone. This is an excellent antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant.

Black Cumin Seed Oil makes for an excellent scalp treatment. It hydrates the scalp to keep it in optimal condition for growing healthy hair.

Black Cumin Seed Oil also combats scalp conditions such as dandruff, psoriasis, and other skin conditions [1] that can impair healthy hair growth.

How to Use Black Cumin Seed Oil as a Scalp Treatment

Virgin in the green

  1. Mix the oil with Coconut or Olive Oil, about a 50/50 ratio.
  2. The oil can be warmed and applied directly to the scalp with a cotton ball or nozzle applicator tip.
  3. Massage gently into the scalp in a circular motion.
  4. Leave the oil mixture in the hair for at least 30 minutes, but it can be left in for even a few hours.
  5. Wash with a mild shampoo.

Can Black Cumin Seed Oil Cause HAIR GROWTH?

You may have heard about this oil as a hair growth remedy. This is the case for certain types of hair growth.

Medical research studies of Telogen effluvium hair loss show topical Black Seed Oil application reduces temporary hair loss. [2]

Black Cumin Seed Oil does not directly stimulate hair growth in those within normal, healthy hair growth. But it does enable the keeping maximum hair length by combatting hair brittleness.

Hair breakage can give the appearance of slower hair growth when the hair breaks as fast or faster than it grows. By stopping hair breakage, hair retains healthy length.

It works well with other ingredients to provide therapeutic effects. It is synergistic with other humectant and moisturizing ingredients to lock moisture into the hair. Hydrated hair is more elastic and resilient to breakage than brittle hair.

Black Cumin Seed Oil comes from the seeds of this flower

Black Cumin Seed Oil from the seeds of this flower is an excellent scalp treatment

How to Use Black Cumin Seed Oil for Conditioning Brittle Hair

  1. Mix Black Seed oil with Coconut or Olive Oil, about a 50/50 ratio.
  2. This mix can be warmed and applied to the lengths of the hair with or without a scalp treatment.
  3. Smooth the oil onto the hair with the palms of the hands, do not rub.
  4. Squeeze in extra onto the hair ends and damaged sections.
  5. It can also be added to your favorite hair conditioner to make a hair masque.
  6. Leave the mix in the hair for an hour before rinsing.
  7. The advantage of mixing the oil into a cream conditioner is it is far easier to rinse from the hair without excessive shampooing or leaving a residue.
  8. If possible, allow hair to dry within a towel or on a cool air setting to retain the moisture.

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References

  1. Salih H.M. Aljabre, et al. Dermatological effects of Nigella sativa, Journal of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery, Volume 19, Issue 2, 2015, Pages 92-98, ISSN 2352-2410, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdds.2015.04.002.
  2. A. Rossi, L. Priolo, A. Iorio, E. Vescarelli, M. Gerardi, D. Campo, D. Nunno, S. Ceccarelli, S. Calvieri, A. Angeloni and C. Marchese, “Evaluation of a Therapeutic Alternative for Telogen Effluvium: A Pilot Study, Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications, Vol. 3 No. 3A, 2013, pp. 9-16. doi:10.4236/jcdsa.2013.33A1002.

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The Style Chicks personally researches each ingredient we feature. Our research comes from respected, peer reviewed medical and scientific journals. All research articles are cited in the References section.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Ingredient Glossary, Ingredient Guides
Tagged: Black Cumin Seed Oil, Black Seed Oil, Hair Growth Oil, How to Use Black Seed Oil, Scalp Treatment

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