Summer is when you can lazily sunbathe, exposing your face to the sun's rays. It's time to swim, but you must pack your beach bag and get ready. A beach holiday is always wonderful, regardless of whether you are relaxing on the banks of your native country or near the Indian Ocean. Here is what you need to take to make your vacation more exciting and comfortable.

 

Things useful at the beach

 

Sunscreen is the most important thing. This is an absolute must-have for a beach holiday. For those who do not want to get the color of freshly cooked cancer and lie down until the end of the vacation/vacation with a temperature below 40. In addition, such creams protect the skin from the adverse effects of ultraviolet radiation, which provokes premature aging and the occurrence of cancer cells. The lighter the skin, the higher the protection index should be.

 

1. Tanning oil (not to be confused with point 0)

 

It will help you quickly get the desired chocolate shade. But remember that it can only be used when you are already well tanned.

 

2. Sunglasses

As the name implies, they will protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet radiation (the main thing is that the lenses are polarized!) And help you feel like Agent Kay.

 

3. Selfie stick

No comments, just like.

 

4. Bottle of water

 

When relaxing on the beach, drinking plenty of water is necessary to protect the body from dehydration. And for taste, you can add a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint. So you get a great soft drink.

 

5. Cooler bag

Such a gadget will bring the level of your beach holiday closer from “like everyone else” to “#jaboheme.” It's so lovely after the next swim to drink item number 5.

 

6. Headphones

Not vehemently impose your musical preferences on your neighbors (unfortunately, not everyone is ready to listen to Chopin's Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor), but at the same time, not deny yourself listening to your favorite compositions.

 

7. Baby powder

A real-life hack. With it, you can quickly and easily clean your hands and feet from the sand. And how does it just work?

 

8. Large towel

In which it is so cozy to wrap up after swimming.

 

9. Second oversized towel/mat/bedding

To have something to lie on, basking in the sun.

 

10. Book

It will help pass the time, especially if you are alone. Read what the hands did not reach during the working days. Take yourself back to Fitzgerald and Turgenev. Or you will uncover another universal conspiracy.

 

11. Magazine/newspaper

For those who want to stay in the news flow, trend analytics and follow fashion trends. And they are also convenient for covering your face while you sunbathe, lying on your back.

 

12. Ball, sports equipment

No matter how good it is to wallow all day on the beach and splash in the water, it would help if you also warmed up a little—Volleyball, frisbee, badminton. You can buy an inflatable ball and play, for example, water dodgeball. But basketball fans will have to be patient ...

 

13. Board games

Another way to update your beach holiday. An excellent pastime both in the city and in any other place. It doesn't matter what you prefer, Munchkin, Dixit, Elias, or good old cards and chess. Positive emotions are provided to you.

 

14. Friends

Who else to laugh with? And who will turn you over in time (if you fell asleep) to ensure an even tan, if not a friend? To be with someone, use paragraph 13.14. And smear point 1? And everything else will be able to guard your belongings while diving into the water.

 

15. Diving mask, fins

The underwater world is unique and distinctive. Watch him from the side. See how a small crustacean burrows into the sand or hides under a pebble, and watch the fish scurrying. Maybe you will find Atlantis?

 

16. Case for underwater filming or action camera

It is not necessary to be a professional photographer to share the beauty of the underwater world with others. Capture your memories for years or hit the likes on social media!

 

17. Earplugs

Protect your ears from water ingress and various kinds of infection. Just do not swim very far. Otherwise, you risk swimming behind the buoys and not hearing the displeased cry of the lifeguard.

 

18. Nose clip

It will help you not to swallow water while you dive with rapture.

 

19. Balloon

If you still decide that earplugs are for wimps, then an ordinary balloon will help you get rid of water in your ears. It is enough to take a few breaths into the ball with your mouth while holding your nose with your free hand.

 

20. Insect spray

If you are relaxing on a stone or pebble beach, there is a high probability of injury. Yes, and in the grass and the sand, you can not notice, for example, a piece of glass left by negligent vacationers. To quickly treat the wound, it is enough to take peroxide, iodine, and a bandage with you. Do not forget that if you use any particular medicines, for example, for allergies, they should always be at hand.

 

22. Lip balm with SPF protection

Everyone knows that sunscreen should be applied to the body (we hope we have already convinced you of this). But most of us forget about lips. And oddly enough, the risk of cancer cells in this area is very high. Therefore, I do not think it can only be helpful for girls.

 

23. Air mattress

Enjoy that wonderful feeling when you lie on a mattress, rocked by the sea waves ... or carried away by the river current. Plus, it's an excellent alternative to a sunbed.

 

24. Inflatable pillow

Taking a sun lounger to read a book or take a nap comfortably is unnecessary. You can take a unique inflatable pillow with you.

 

25. Spray bottle

It will help refresh your face and body if you suddenly feel too lazy to get up to go for a swim.

 

26. Goggles for swimming

If you are into water sports, you have probably seen that all professional swimmers wear special goggles. In such a simple way, you will protect yourself from infection or salt (if you swim in seawater).

 

27. Portable charger

A handy item for any traveler. Staying connected in today's world is essential. If your smartphone has sat down at the most inopportune moment, the charger is a real lifesaver. And especially avid gadget lovers can find solar-powered modifications!

 

28. Zip-lock plastic packaging 

Zip-lock plastic packaging allows you to repeatedly open and closes the bag, which is ideal for storing items afraid of moisture. For example, phone, money, or documents.

 

29. Fruits

Excellent and very healthy snack. They will help to freshen up and satisfy your hunger a little. Well, the fact that fruits are solid vitamins has been known to everyone since childhood.

 

30. Carrot

Let's single out a separate item since this root crop contributes to the production of keratin - a substance necessary for a long and even tan. Just do not overdo it. Otherwise, you will become more like a giant carrot instead of acquiring the desired bronze hue.

 

31. Garbage bag

A cultured person is cultured in everything. So he takes care that after him, the resting place remains clean.

 

32. Rice

If you still haven’t time to take a gripper bag with you and your favorite smartphone fell into the water, put it in a pack of rice because this cereal perfectly absorbs moisture. Well, pilaf can be cooked.

 

33. Umbrella or awning

If you are relaxing on a wild beach or do not want to pay for a sun lounger, an umbrella is a great way to create shade and not get burned in the hot sun.

 

34. Clock

In the era of smartphones, the famous question “but don’t tell me what time it is” ceases to be relevant. But, if you decide to relax on the beach without any means of communication in peace, or your mobile phone suddenly sits down, and you forget your portable charging device, the watch is irreplaceable.

 

35. Fan

Creates a pleasant breeze in hot weather.

 

36. Headdress

A hat or cap will protect against sun and heat stroke and is a stylish accessory. Choose hats made from natural materials such as cotton, rayon, or straw.

 

37. Swimsuit

Make sure once again whether you took it with you so as not to sigh enviously, sitting on the shore and watching other people's water procedures.

 

38. Slippers

The most comfortable shoes for the beach.

 

39. Coral slippers/water shoes

Useful not only for vacationers on the shores of the Red Sea. Aquashoes are special slippers where you can swim and even walk on corals and rocks. And you won't have to worry that the wave will carry away your beach shoes.

 

40. Antibacterial wet wipes

Remember fruits? That's when they will come in handy for you. And in general, this is a vital thing in terms of hygiene.

 

41. Inflatable ring/arm sleeves/swimming board

If you are a useless swimmer, this is no reason to deny yourself the pleasure of splashing in the water.

 

42. Comb

Detangles your curls. This is especially true for those with long hair.

 

43. Binoculars

For the most curious. Maybe you can see the shore opposite or watch a flock of seagulls. 

 

44. Money

Without them, nowhere. You can buy Churchkhella! Praise! Khachapuri with cheese!”

 

45. Salt for hot corn

Applicable if the seller is greedy.

 

46. ​​Sketchbook

Even if you did not assume that you have the makings of an artist, do not be too lazy to take a small album with you. Nature is so beautiful and unique! Maybe the muse will come from a side you didn't expect. You don't have to show your masterpiece to anyone as a last resort.

 

47. Crosswords/Sudoko/Puzzles

Another way to pass the time and train your brain.

 

48. Coins

To throw into the sea/river/ocean/lake and be sure to return...

 

49. Bag

In which you can add all the previous 48 points.

 

50. Good mood

They simply must. Otherwise, all the previous 49 points will be unnecessary.

 

 

Relatively recently, manufacturers of cosmetic products decided to single out representatives of the strong half of humanity in a separate segment. And this is no accident because the anatomical features of a man lead to the fact that women's shampoos do not suit them. That is why there are a vast number of shampoos for men on the market today. These products are distinguished by their unique composition and active ingredients.

Why are women's shampoos different?

Men's shampoos differ significantly from women's, which must be taken into account in the process of selecting the best option. This is due to several factors. First, the body of representatives of the strong half of humanity is characterized by a lower acidity, resulting in the sebaceous glands working much more actively.

In addition, men can boast of coarser, thicker hair, so it is more difficult for them to choose the optimal product, and several factors must be considered. Men's shampoos are characterized by a certain level of acidity, which in no case should exceed the acceptable norm.

Types of shampoos

There are a large number of men's shampoos on the market, which are characterized by their composition and scope of use.

Classic

Classic shampoos for men often combine several functions and are a universal remedy. In other words, they can be used to clean the hair and wash the body.

Specialized

The main task of these funds is to solve specific problems with hair. It can be a loss, too high-fat content, or scalp dryness. In addition, most men suffer from dandruff, so they purchase unique products to eliminate excess sebum. The most popular brands are Morgans, CLARINS, Matrix, and others.

Shampoos for different hair and scalp

Men's shampoos are distinguished by their uniqueness, as they include particular components and substances in their composition. A wide range of products allows each person to choose a product that will fully satisfy their needs and solve a specific problem with hair.

Anti-dandruff shampoos

Men are more prone to dandruff than women, so manufacturers focus on developing such products. The most popular and effective anti-dandruff shampoos for men today are the following products.

Adidas Calm Balance

A unique shampoo gel that not only eliminates dandruff but also prevents itching. Initially designed for professional athletes, this shampoo is packed with branded vitamins to deeply cleanse and soothe the scalp. The main advantage is the presence of panthenol in the composition, which deeply moisturizes the hair and simplifies the combing process.

In addition, polymer and zinc cations also show themselves well in the fight against dandruff. The products are distinguished by the aroma of eucalyptus, which remains on the hair for a long time. No silicones are used in the production process, so the strands stay light and voluminous.

Against hair loss

According to statistics, every second man is faced with the problem of baldness before the age of 30. That is why manufacturers offer a vast number of specialized products that can be used to prevent and treat this problem. The rating of the most popular anti-hair loss shampoos for men looks like this.

Schwarzkopf Professional 3D

The main feature of this 3-in-1 product is its professional formula, which includes taurine, panthenol, and carnitine. This combination allows you to increase blood circulation, which positively affects hair growth significantly. Panthenol helps to moisturize the hair and also prevents hair loss. With constant use, this tool perfectly stimulates the development of new bulbs, positively affecting the strands' density.

The shampoo is characterized by its liquid consistency, but this does not adversely affect its use. Two weeks after use, you can see the effect of a minimum amount of hair falling out when washing your head and providing volume.

Librederm For Men

 

A versatile shampoo that can be used regardless of hair type. The components included in the composition carry out reliable cleaning and restoration of the structurrods' structure due to new hair growth. A month after use, it can strengthen the bulbs and significantly provide maximum shine. The production process does not use any harmful components, including silicones and parabens, so the strands remain fresh and clean for as long as possible.

Plant components, wheat extracts, and hyaluronic acid can be distinguished among the active ingredients. All this helps improve the scalp's water balance and prevent dry hair. This remedy and minoxidil are different because they also protect against peeling.

Clear Vita ABE Men

One of the most favorite shampoos from the mass market segment makes it possible to fight hair loss and dandruff. According to the company, daily use reduces the number of falling hairs by eight times. Because the product foams well, it is consumed rather slowly, which is beneficial from an economic point of view.

Among the main components, one can note the presence of a complex of vitamins of various groups, amino acids, and trace elements that help protect hair from the adverse effects of ultraviolet radiation and other environmental factors. The product boasts a masculine fragrance with citrus notes and other precious woods. This is a hypoallergenic and sulfate-free product in a blue bottle that is suitable even for sensitive skin.

For volume

Men with thin hair very often choose means with which you can make their hair more voluminous. Among these shampoos, it is worth noting several options.

Schauma "Strength and volume."

The main task of this product is to give extra volume to men's hair. The shampoo lathers well, so you only need to apply a little. One of the benefits is an attractive aroma, which is a combination of pine needles and citrus. The composition does not contain harmful components, including silicones, which allows the head to remain clean for as long as possible.

The formula is enriched with various vitamins and amino acids, positively affecting the scalp's condition and strengthening the hairline. And also, the composition includes a considerable amount of proteins and keratin, considered a building material for cells.

American Crew Fortifying

Product of an American brand, which is intended primarily for thin and weakened hair. After the first use, it can achieve impressive results; the hair becomes as soft and obedient as possible. The shampoo is famous for its light formula, which does not include silicones and sulfates.

Among the active ingredients, it is worth noting wheat extracts and amino acids, which help strengthen curls and make them as strong and voluminous as possible. The composition contains tree bark, which provides deep cleaning and a unique aroma.

Syoss Men Power and Strength

 

Due to its unique composition, this product can be used daily without causing any harm to the scalp. The shampoo is produced based on a patented technology, which allows you to care at the level of beauty salons at home. After the first application, achieving maximum volume and shine became possible due to the presence of amino acids and keratin in the composition.

Moisturizers

The main advantage of moisturizing shampoos is that they are suitable for everyone so that they can be used permanently, regardless of hair type. Among the top products, it is worth noting the following.

Festiva Blue Marine

The main feature of this tool is that it provides an unsurpassed aroma. Shampoo can be used on an ongoing basis, especially when leading an active lifestyle. Thanks to the keratin included in the composition, it perfectly washes the scalp and provides it with the necessary nutrients.

In addition, the product has a persistent odor, so it can easily replace eau de toilette. It is produced in small containers, making it convenient to transport.

Smoothing

Men with curly hair are the least fortunate because such strands are naughty, challenging to care for, and constantly need to be cleaned. Among the top men's smoothing shampoos are the following.

Constant Delight Barber Daily

A professional shampoo that can also be used at home. Thanks to its universal components, it is suitable for all hair types but is famous for its leveling properties. That is why owners of curly strands often use it. In the production process, only natural ingredients and plant extracts are used, which contribute to effectively cleaning the head from any contaminants.

Tigi Bed Head B for Men Clean Up

Another professional tool that can be used regularly. The formula includes special additives that protect the scalp from the adverse effects of ultraviolet rays. The products are distinguished by their menthol aroma, which remains throughout the day. Herbal extracts allow you to straighten your hair and make it as obedient as possible. And also, in the composition, there is sunflower oil, designed to saturate the hair with nutrients and prevent its fragility.

What to choose?

When choosing a men's shampoo, you must be extremely careful since this product is used every day and should be as suitable as possible, taking into account the characteristics of a person's hair and scalp. Many options on the market are offered in gift sets, characterized by hypoallergenicity and the absence of sulfates. In developing such products, manufacturers are guided by the data that men have a thicker scalp and different acidity than women, and their sebaceous glands work more actively.

All this leads to the fact that the hair falls out in the more vigorous sex much more often; therefore, with the cleansing effect, shampoos for men provide a higher strength of the strand. When choosing, you should pay attention to aromatic compositions, which, considering gender, are usually limited to the aroma of menthol, lavender, citrus, or fruits.

In addition, shampoos with sandalwood scents are very popular today. The presence of pheromones also distinguishes some products on the market.

When choosing the right shampoo, consider the type of hair and its problems. One of the common problems is dandruff, which is associated with a dry scalp. That is why it is recommended to give preference to shampoos characterized by the presence of zinc and other components to moisturize the scalp. This is enough to wash off the scales and slow down their appearance. If the problem is too big and impossible to solve by conventional means, you can pay attention to pharmacy shampoos that perfectly deal with a similar situation.

And you can also choose a quality paraben-free charcoal shampoo or a solid option to soften the strands. Korean brands often offer such opportunities. They are suitable for both normal hairs and for oily or dry.

If there is gray hair, then it is better to wash your hair with a coloring agent. There are several types of tonic tinted shampoos for men on the market.

Usage Tips

For the shampoo to be as effective as possible, it must be used correctly. Manufacturers usually recommend washing your hair several times a week, but it all depends on the individual characteristics of the human scalp. Most shampoos provide cleanliness for two days, but those with extremely oily hair can use shampoos daily.

Before applying the product, be sure to wet your hair so that it becomes slightly damp. The care product should be distributed evenly over the entire head and can be washed off only after three minutes. If a toning shampoo is used, then it will take more time. It is best to read the instructions on the package and follow them clearly to achieve an effective result. Rinse off the shampoo only with warm water so that no residue from this product remains on the head.

Anti-dandruff shampoos are not recommended for permanent use. It is necessary to apply them until the problem is resolved and then switch to the standard or universal options.

With all the variety of goods and discounts, we try to buy what we need, whether it be food, cosmetics, or household appliances, as profitably as possible for ourselves. And we feel happy when we manage to save at the same time. But if you knew how the things you use are made, would you just as passionately want to own them?

Unsightly facts, after which we took a fresh look at everyday products and things

The main thing is that it looks attractive and the price suits it. Meanwhile, sometimes it is worth at least a little idea of what happens to the product before it is on the counter.

As it turns out, everything is not as rosy as it seems when you see a product beautifully packaged or served on the table. Because its origin is sometimes very unattractive, which, of course, the consumer can learn about. But we at Bemorepanda, thanks to Reddit users, found out something and are now sharing it with you. And then you decide for yourself what to do with this knowledge. And finally, you will find a bonus of ingredients in favor of orite products that can both surprise and scare you.

1. About garlic. “It reminds me of a documentary series that my father used to watch. The garlic industry is a hell of a lot darker than most people might think. I don't remember everything, but apparently, many Chinese companies that sell garlic to restaurants overseas use prison labor.

These prisoners must peel the garlic entirely by hand, without any tools. Several prisoners were missing nails. If I remember correctly, one man said he had a friend who had to resort to dental help because he had no pins left.

They work unimaginably grueling shifts, during which they must meet their daily quota or face the consequences. They are paid very little if anything at all. They all seemed so unhappy. The show is Rotten, and you can find it on Netflix." — foxglove37 / Reddit.

2. Salted cucumbers. I'm a forklift mechanic, and one of our customers is Mrs. Klein's Pickles. They use concrete outdoor vats for marinating, with no coating on top.

One day, when I was in service, I decided to go up to a small platform where workers stirred the mixture.

When I looked into the first vat, I saw a dead cat, some dead rats, and more bugs than I could count. I almost threw up right there. So far, I have not eaten a single pickled cucumber and will never eat Mrs. Klein's products again." — sober gophers / Reddit

3. “Vodka. Most types of vodka of different price segments are made from the same raw material. I work at an industrial distillery where we produce millions of gallons of high-purity ethanol from corn. We have clients in the beverage industry who dilute our product to 80% or so, pass it through a filter and bottle it for sale. These firms sell their products at prices ranging from $8 to $50 per liter. And do you know what the main difference is? The more expensive a bottle of vodka, the more “beautiful” it is. — AndJuan247 / Reddit

4. “Fruit juices. Freshly squeezed juices don't seem to be all that fresh. A friend whose family owns a mango orchard told me that almost all juice producers buy old fruit leftovers from warehouses, which are then processed into a smooth mass. Further. — Curious_pari / Reddit

5. “Grain. My job is to fumigate the grains with the colorless, poisonous gas phosphine. Wheat, barley, and oats are susceptible to infection by the red flour beetle and weevil.

We are talking about kilograms of insects in a 600-ton bunker. I treat the grain with a particular gas so that the insects die. Unfortunately, there is no way to remove dead pests from the grain, so they end up in the mill, and then they go to bake our bread.” — jtown82 / Reddit.

6. “Coffee and cockroaches are connected…” – demonardvark / Reddit

“For those who don’t know, this happens to coffee because large piles of coffee beans in warehouses and sheds are infested with cockroaches. According to entomologist Douglas Emlen, it’s impossible to remove them completely. So they are ground together with the coffee beans.” — reddit.com

7. “Liquid hand soap. That's ¼ soap and ¾ water. The production uses a special pump and mixer to turn the mixture into a soapy solution. Plus, thoughtful packaging visually increases the volume of goods. You end up paying the same amount as you would for a whole bar of soap, but you are only buying a quarter of it.” — Crapulousmumblecrust / Reddit

8. “Food from the grocery store. Even “fresh” products can end up stale on the shelves. I worked as an assembler in a grocery warehouse that serves seven states.

Everything in our warehouse was unsterile and dirty. But the floor was littered with rotting fallen lettuce leaves, which turned into a stinking slurry. The bed was concrete smeared with jacking oil, tire debris, and other dirt.

The worst thing is that. Many employees lifted these products and put them in boxes. The salary of employees in the picking warehouses depends on the number of packed containers.

Do you want to ask if someone cleans the floor in the warehouses? Wash, but very rarely. So always wash vegetables and fruits, even if the seller says they are washed and organic. — Muninwing / Reddit

9. “Fast food milkshakes. I used to work at a fast food place, and they used to put a mixture in the milkshake that had already curdled and sometimes had mold in it.” — Suyefuji / Reddit

10. Toilet water. Many perfumes are made from the musk glands of animals (musk deer, muskrat, musky duck). They are killed to get them, and it is unpleasant. In addition, some vanilla flavors use a liquid that is released from the base of the beaver's tail." — DudeGuyVR / Reddit

"These products are costly, and both castoreum (a specific odorous secret produced by beavers) and ambergris are used in high-end perfumes." — Waystone / Reddit.

11. Viscose. Clothing made from viscose (an artificial fiber obtained by processing natural cellulose) could be more environmentally friendly. It turned out that the production of viscose creates tons of waste, which is very, very harmful to the environment.” — greetindsfromsaturn / Reddit

12. “Fruit smoothies. People think they're getting their daily dose of fruit, but it's mostly ice, yogurt and high-sugar juice, and just a few pieces of hard fruit." — throwaway36295224 / Reddit

13. "Jelly is a meat product masquerading as dessert."

This applies to anything containing gelatin (gummy bears, etc.) - knockoutroundtwo / Reddit.

14. Phones. People will still buy phones, but the world urgently needs modern gadgets made from materials that do not harm anyone. Why? And so that enslaved children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are not involved in hard work for cobalt extraction.

Miners can be as young as four years old, paid as little as ten cents an hour (US equivalent), and work 12-hour days, all to extract cobalt (60% of the world's reserves), which is needed to make batteries." — WapperDude/Reddit.

15. “Tropical fruits! After Spain ceded control of its territories in South America, the US invaded several districts in South America to secure access to the Panama Canal and farmland suitable for confiscation and sale to fruit companies. People were killed, dictators were supported, railroads were built, and mangoes were exported.

These banana wars were some of the most egregious acts of US imperialism since Manifest Destiny ("Manifest Destiny" is the term used to describe the widespread belief in the mid-19th century that the United States had a special mission to expand westward). Many of these countries have not yet recovered economically.” — reddit.com

16. “Turkey bacon. It's marketed as a healthier alternative to bacon, but it's a terrible extruded meat product. It's a greasy and unhealthy breakfast food that's worse than a hot dog." —down blanket/Reddit

17. “Fish sauce. The basis for many Thai dishes. The fish is fermented for six months with salt until it becomes a thick slurry. It is then filtered and then stored in containers for years.” — f0nluva / Reddit

18. “About sausage. Anyone who loves sausage should not know how it is made. Otherwise, you won't be able to eat it anymore." — deuxclydion/Reddit

19. “Mica products. I watched a documentary about mica mines in areas where there is usually child labor, and the interviewer asked one girl about her work. She told me how her sister died in the mine and that she works underground daily. Mica is found in almost all cosmetics. — hi_im_a_coffeeholic / Reddit

20. “Batteries for electric vehicles. , and cobalt is a vital component in electric vehicle batteries. However, companies like Tesla are trying to find a way to produce cobalt-free batteries, but no solution has yet been found.” – KingDexter34 / Reddit

21. “Food in a restaurant. As a former waiter, I can say that most people would be shocked at the way their food is prepared and the lack of quality/effort that goes into it. I'm not talking about fine, expensive cuisine because I have never worked in these establishments. I mean inexpensive mass restaurants and cafes. Usually, in such places, cheap low, quality food is used. Watch the movie "Big Grub" in an ordinary, inexpensive chain restaurant. There's a lot of truth in it." — bcjc78 / Reddit

22. “Silk. The extraction of raw silk begins with the cultivation of silkworms on mulberry leaves. As soon as the worms begin to pupate in their cocoons, they are dissolved in boiling water…” — dreadedxalchemy / Reddit

23. “Fake art paintings. Some copyrighted (signed) works of art are fake. I used to work in an art printing house, where we made copies of images by some famous artists.

We were forced to learn all the artists' signatures, and we signed the paintings by hand. We even had special printers that could imitate signatures (by the way, to comply with the law, we also put a warning in small print on the paintings that these were not authentic autographs).

But customers only saw this text after buying. I am sure that most buyers would never have bought the engravings if they knew their signatures were not original. – Dr_Edge_ATX / Reddit

24. “Meat in stores. I worked in 2 different meat departments in 2 grocery stores. is about to go bad. This marinade hides how bad the meat looks and beats off the smell. — Mroder1 / Reddit

"Color of meat. The characteristic bright red color of the meat is the result of treatment with carbon monoxides and food colorings such as Red No. 40 and lycopene extract. ANY red meat is a SCAM." — reddit.com

25. “Inexpensive motorhomes. They are not very high quality and modern. Everything is securely fixed. All supposedly "trendy and new" electronics are outdated and inefficient. Manufacturers use the cheapest materials, and all motorhomes are built in 8 hours. House for rest and travel on wheels. For 8 hours?! Are you seriously?!" — Leftydude777 / Reddit

“When you get into a relatively new and relatively expensive van and touch something, it all feels pretty damn cheap. How do you like the furniture? Cheap chipboard with plastic cladding. The sofa cushions seem stuffed with 20-year-old soft toys. The bathroom door seems to be about to break if you touch it. The list goes on and on. I don’t understand how everything can be so expensive and at the same time seem so cheap.” — sharp/Reddit

26. “Parmesan cheese. An essential ingredient in its production is abomasum (part of the stomach of a young calf, lamb, or kid, in which the enzyme renin is produced). — MasterMirror92 / Reddit

"There's a 'ParmesanGate' video online about the fake parmesan market - it turns out only cows in Italy have the right bacteria, which then gets into their milk, which is used to make real parmesan cheese." — reddit.com

27. "Gelatin." — fundyfisher/Reddit

“Imagine a giant vat filled with thousands of pigskins (or cattle skins) being boiled. The protein is separated from the skin, cleaned, and deodorized. It turns out gelatin. The rest is thrown away. By the way, all this is cooked with bones and tendons. Including sometimes fish is added to the vat. ” — fundyfisher/Reddit

28. “Energy drinks. I worked in a bottling plant. Beverage tanks are never properly cleaned until a build-up affects the taste. Although cleaning the tank is not necessary. The fact is that energy drinks are so acidic and chemical that bacteria and mold do not form in drinks.” — 1skepticalguy/Reddit

29. “Crab chips. First, boil the crabs. This creates a lot of foam on top of the boiling water. It is separated, pressed into shavings, and dried. This is what chips are made from. After I found out about this, I stopped eating them.” — bulwix/Reddit

30. “Wine. . But not only grapes get into the mixer, but also branches, leaves, insects and even mice, etc.” — control / Reddit

31. “Syrup for cocktails. Boil equal parts sugar and water. Let cool. The syrup is ready. — literally step back / Reddit

32. “Citric acid. Most citric acid is produced from fungi of the genus Penicillium. Now I don’t want to eat all the products where there is this acid. ” — LilaInTheMaya / Reddit

33. “Palm oil. After I learned the history of palm plantations to produce palm oil, I made it my mission to cut it out of my life completely.” Junduk / Reddit

“Palm oil is the leading cause of massive deforestation around the world. The most significant production volume falls in South America and Southeast Asia (Indonesia). There are moratoriums on new palm oil plantations, but companies get around this issue by paying criminals to set forest fires so that companies can buy land where the forest used to be for a penny.

Deforestation destroys the habitat of animals such as orangutans and tigers. And all the fires in the forest are also the burning of peat. Peat is, in fact, forest debris, which contains a vast amount of CO2. By burning it, we quickly release all this CO2 into the atmosphere.

Worst of all, the plantations are only good for one or two cycles, then the land is essentially abandoned, and new plantations are created. I believe palm oil production is the most significant environmental disaster in history.” - delayed registration / Reddit.

It is the eighth day of the war in Ukraine, and the attacks of the Russian army continue. New explosions took place overnight in Kyiv and Kherson, while anti-aircraft sirens sounded in many other cities. Ukrainian authorities have confirmed that Kherson and the surrounding area are under Russian military control. The head of the regional administration asked the residents to stay in the house, because the Russians are everywhere in the city and they are dangerous. And the mayor says he is having a hard time gathering the dead and burying them, as well as delivering food and medicine. The strategically important port city of Mariupol on the Sea of ​​Azov is surrounded by Russian troops.

 

The United States fears an increase in the number of civilian casualties in Ukraine, in a context in which the Russian army seems determined to bomb large cities to force Ukrainians to surrender, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday.

 

One million refugees have fled Ukraine to neighboring countries since the start of the Russian invasion a week ago, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said on Thursday.

 

The 50 emotional photos from the Ukraine war:

 

1. People running from cities

 

2. People left without houses

 

3. Ruins

 

The town of Borodianka, northwest of the capital Kyiv, was destroyed by Russian army bombing. Residential buildings were hit by rockets on Wednesday and Wednesday night through Thursday.

 

On Wednesday, a local filmed a Russian tank firing a shell at the block where he lived.

 

A Ukrainian delegation is traveling by helicopter to meet with Russian counterparts in the second round of talks, according to Reuters, which quotes a Ukrainian presidential adviser.

 

Talks between Ukraine and Russia will begin in a few hours, Ukrainian Presidential Adviser Mihai Podoliak said in a post on social media.

 

Russian forces have occupied the Kherson regional administration building, regional governor Hennady Laguta said, according to The Guardian. The city is strategically important, being a port city on the Dnieper River, with access to the Black Sea.

 

4. Kyiv 

 

5. Kyiv

 

6. Kids crying everywhere

 

Russia's defense ministry says it has captured Kherson on Wednesday, but Ukraine says its forces continue to defend the Black Sea port, which has a population of about 250,000.

 

Kherson Mayor Igor Kolikhaiev said in a Facebook post on Thursday morning that Russian troops have control of the town hall and that residents should stay in their homes.

 

Kolikhaiev said he had made "no promises" to Russian forces and was only interested in normal life in the city. "I just asked them not to shoot people."

 

Restrictions imposed on the city include a traffic ban from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am, with permission to enter the city only for vehicles carrying food, medicine and other goods.

 

The situation in the capital Kyiv is "difficult, but under control", the mayor of the city, the former boxing champion Vitali Kliciko, declared on Thursday, according to Guardian, quoting Reuters.

 

7. No hope

 

8. Kyiv

 

9. Devastated

 

He said there were no casualties during the night and that the explosions were from the Ukrainian air defense, which shot down Russian missiles. Russia's bombings on Wednesday caused damage to the city's district heating system, which will be repaired on Thursday, Kliciko said.

 

A rocket or a bomb hit a cargo ship registered in Bangladesh in the Ukrainian port of Olvia on the Black Sea, killing one of the crew members, the ship's owner announced on Thursday. Rescue operations are currently underway for the other crew members.

 

Vladimir Putin gives the impression that he is a lone leader, leading the Russian army alone in a war that threatens his country's economy. It is true that in his capacity as supreme commander of the armed forces, he is responsible for the invasion of Ukraine, but any decision taken comes after consultations with his deeply loyal entourage.

 

Many of his relatives, with whom he consults in decision-making, have started their careers in the security services, says the BBC, which reviewed Vladimir Putin's circle of relatives.

 

More than 700 people protesting against the war in Ukraine have been arrested in Russia in the last 24 hours.

 

More than 700 people have been arrested in more than 25 Russian cities during new protests against the war in Ukraine, according to the civil rights portal OVD-Info.

 

10. Kindergarten

 

11. Suffering people

 

12. Refugees

 

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov again threatened Western countries in an interview with state television on Thursday. "If they are going to start a real war against us, then they have to think carefully," Lavrov said when asked about Russia's nuclear bomb threats.

 

He said the West was preparing for war with Russia, and that the nuclear threat was "not in the minds of the Russians." Asked about Russia's war crimes in Ukraine, Lavrov made a hallucinatory statement in which he accused the Ukrainian military of robbing civilians in cities attacked by Russians and using them as human shields. He also said that Russia would continue its military operation in Ukraine "until the end", according to Sky News and Reuters.

 

The President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, convened a meeting of the Security Council. At the previous meeting, Putin decided to recognize the independence of the separatist regions in eastern Ukraine.

 

Residents of the key Black Sea port of Odessa have stepped up their efforts to defend it against a Russian attack from the sea after a convoy of Russian warships was spotted, and the United States warned that the attack could take place again.

 

13. There is still a hope

 

14. After bombing

 

15. Every life matter

 

Residents of the city reported a significant increase in Russian airstrikes on Thursday, as images of beaches near the city, mined and prepared for the Russian attack, appeared.

 

The convoy of Russian warships appears to include 4,080 tons of large landing craft and support ships of the Ropucha class.

 

Two weeks before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, several Ropucha-class ships - each carrying ten tankers - entered the Black Sea under the pretext of conducting exercises with a larger Ivan Gren-class landing ship. which can carry 13 tanks or 40 smaller armored vehicles.

 

The loss of Odessa, Ukraine's largest port city, would be an economic catastrophe for Ukraine, writes The Guardian.

 

An oil tanker has been bombed in the Chernivtsi region, northeast of Kyiv, according to images released by Ukrainian emergency services on Thursday morning.

 

A projectile hit a group of fuel tanks with a total capacity of 3,000 cubic meters, according to authorities. Chernivtsi was the target of several overnight air raids.

 

16. In the shelters

 

17. Kids left without fathers

 

18. Hospitals

 

19. Houses in Ukraine

 

20. Centers of cities

 

21. Mariupol

 

22. Now in Ukraine

 

23. Rocket

 

24. No more hope

 

25. Kyiv

 

26. Burning cities

 

27. Nothing left

 

28. People running

 

29. War in 2022

 

30. Burning cars

 

31. Tanks riding cars

 

32. Streets in Ukraine

 

33. Bombing in Ukraine

 

34. Crying kids

 

35. Saying goodbye

 

36. Nearly a week passed

 

37. People sleeping in metro

 

38. Explosions

 

39. Ruining cities

 

40. Nights here are horrible

 

41. Whole house burning

 

42. Apartments

 

43. Civilians getting ready

 

44. Residential houses

 

45. City center

 

46. Burning 

 

47. Waiting for the tanks

 

48. Kyiv

 

49. Cities

 

50. Ukraine now

50 emotional photos from the Ukraine war

 

These photo sets are a reminder of the pain and suffering that people go through in the Russian-Ukrainian war. The photos capture the fear, sorrow, damage and horror of the Ukraine war. They show us how little control we have over our lives when we are on the battlefield.

These pictures will definitely make us appreciate all the things in our lives.