
The consistency is what you would expect it to be, considering that it's a face oil, so nothing out of the ordinary there. It smells like a combination of fresh herbs, essential oils, and camping in the mountains in the best possible way. The first thing I noticed about Blume's Melt Down was the smell - I'm kind of in love with it. SHOP IT: Blume, starting at $28 First impressions Blume Meltdown Acne Oilīlume Meltdown Acne Oil (Photo via Blume)

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As I've gotten older, this main character attitude has extended itself to my cheeks and jawbone, and even though no one asked for it, the occasional neck pimple.ĪLSO SEE: These are the best skin care products to use in yours 20s, according to a dermatologistĪnd while I, along with many others, have been taught that acne treatments need to involve skin-stripping ingredients and mild discomfort, I've come to learn that my low-maintenance skin jives best with gentle targeted products, like the Meltdown Acne Oil from Blume. During my period, it's like every pore on my face suddenly thinks they're the main character and demands all eyes be on them. However, when that hormonal imbalance comes to play, it doesn't mess around. Granted, as far as skincare concerns go, my bumps and blackheads pretty much go hand-in-hand with my cycle, so for the majority of the month, my skin tends to be more friend than foe. Pricing and availability are subject to change.Īs someone who, in part, writes about beauty for a living, I like to think I have a relatively low-maintenance skincare routine.

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But as long as you’re using its optical output instead of its 3.5 mm analog output, the sound quality is pretty solid.I put Blume's Meltdown Acne Oil to the test - here's my honest review (Photos via Blume & Kayla Kuefler) Unfortunately, it has some operational quirks that appear to be common for models in its price class and make it less intuitive than the iFi Audio picks.
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It also has transport controls that allow you to skip tracks without unlocking your phone or other portable media player. In addition, you can either leave it connected to power or use it as a portable device, as it has pretty decent battery life.
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The 38071 can function as a Bluetooth receiver or transmitter, though we tested only its reception capabilities for the purposes of this guide. It supports the most common Bluetooth audio codecs but lacks support for a couple of the more esoteric ones that audiophiles may appreciate. If your main priorities when shopping for a Bluetooth receiver are price and portability, as opposed to ergonomics and pristine sound quality, the Monoprice 38071 Premium Bluetooth 5 Transmitter and Receiver wins out over other comparably priced offerings.

All the rest of our test units either became unstable or lost connection somewhere within the 1,518-square-foot suburban home in which we did our testing, but the Zen Blue V2, fitted with the supplied long-range antenna, maintained a stable connection from an iPhone located all the way in the far corner of the backyard.Ĭombine that with easy setup, reliable and near-instantaneous reconnections, and an attractive form, and the Zen Blue V2 is the best pick for demanding audiophiles, despite its lofty price tag. The Zen Blue V2 is also a great choice if you need more signal range than most Bluetooth receivers can provide. Connection-wise, it has you covered with both optical and coaxial digital audio outputs, as well as a 4.4 mm balanced audio connection and stereo analog RCA outputs. If you have a high-end audio system or would prefer a Bluetooth audio receiver with digital audio outputs, the iFi Audio Zen Blue V2 was without question the best-sounding Bluetooth receiver we evaluated in our latest round of tests.
